Protein is the word on everyone’s lips when it comes to vegan nutrition! It’s an important building block for the human body and everyone needs it. We are here to help you discover the power of plant-based protein through these simply amazing recipes!
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1. Breakfast Lentils
These by are delicious any time of day, as they are sautéed here with shallots, paprika, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. The versatile legume stands in as a savory alternative to jam, as the spiced lentils top toast in this protein-packed morning pick me up.
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2. Quick Tofu Pad Thai
This delicious by is packed with vegetables and made in just about 30 minutes.
3. Zesty Tofu Salad Sandwich
This by is such a great lunch! It’s healthy, full of flavor, and super filling! Speaking of filling, the filling in this sandwich is so amazing! You are going to fall in love.
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4. Tomato Basil Roasted Red Pepper Lentil Soup
This by is a comforting treat that can be served any time of the year. The red lentils provide the heartiness and the roasted peppers, tomato, and basil bring in the comfort!
5. White Bean Brownies
These by are fudgy, gooey, naturally high in protein, and delicious. You only need 8 simple ingredients (no gluten, dairy, or eggs) and a food processor to whip them up in less than 15 minutes!
6. Cauliflower Tikka Masala
This by is a vegan take on the always popular chicken tikka masala and uses cauliflower instead of chicken. Using red, yellow, or orange bell peppers rather than green gives the dish the desired color. Serve this lovely recipe with flatbread or rice to soak up the deliciously rich and creamy sauce. Excerpt from The Essential Vegan Indian Cookbook by Priya Lakshminarayan, published by Rockridge Press. Copyright © 2021 by Callisto Media, Inc. All rights reserved.
7. Black Eyed Pea Patties
These by can be served any time of the day. They’re at their best when warm, but retain a lot of texture at room temperature which makes them a great choice to carry with you for a meal on the go. They can be eaten plain as shown or served up sandwich style with your favorite fixings.
8. Curry Chickpea Salad
This by is an easy and flavorful spread. You can use it to top crackers or turn it into a sandwich for a filling lunch. It can be made in advance so it works great for meal prepping. Use either vegan mayo or vegan sour cream to make it creamy, curry powder for lots of flavor, red bell peppers for a little sweetness, and sriracha if you want to kick up the heat level.
9. Italian White Beans with Kale
This by , served over a bed of warm polenta, is just the thing to serve for supper as cooler weather moves in.
10. Pumpkin Chickpea Blondies
How ready are you to sink your teeth into these by ? If you’ve never baked with chickpeas before, you are in for a treat, literally! Because contrary to belief, the chickpea is versatile enough to be used in delicious baked goods. Including these healthy and gluten-free chickpea blondies.
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