Spinach Hummus Pizza with Artichoke Hearts from Veggie Primer

Spinach Hummus Pizza with Artichoke Hearts
(Vegan + GF) from Veggie Primer

This is an ingenious, amazing vegan and gluten-free healthy pizza recipe!  Nutritious ingredients include easy, homemade hummus and toppings like artichoke hearts, spinach, red bell pepper, kalamata olives and onions.  For a gluten-free version, the recipe author suggests simply using a GF tortilla.

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Spinach Hummus Pizza with Artichoke Hearts.

Wild Rice Stuffed Portobellos from The Healthy Maven

Wild Rice Portobellos from
The Healthy Maven

We are wild about these wild rice stuffed portobello mushrooms!  Featuring healthy ingredients including almonds, olive oil, garlic and onions, this recipe is exquisitely easy and delicious.  They work equally well as an appetizer or a component of an entree.

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Wild Rice Stuffed Portobellos - The Healthy Maven.

Bean and Zucchini Cutlets from Sandra Vungi Vegan

Bean and Zucchini Cutlets from Sandra Vungi Vegan

From Sandra Vungi, the author of this delicious and healthy recipe:

"I must say these are the best vegan cutlets I have eaten so far. They are chunky, crispy and juicy and they kinda remind me the classic cutlets my grandma used to make. Since many nice folks have been interested in this recipe, I finally wrote it down and I am really happy to share it with you, since these cutlets are super tasty, cheap and very easy to make."

Indeed!  These cutlets can't be easier, tastier or healthier!  Served on a bun or bread, they make a great burger or sandwich, as well as the main attraction in a lunch or dinner entree.

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Bean and Zucchini Cutlets - Sandra Vungi Vegan.

Crispy BBQ Tempeh Caesar Salad Wraps from Flourishing Foodie

Crispy BBQ Tempeh Caesar Salad Wraps
from Flourishing Food

From Flourishing Foodie:

"Tempeh is one of those high protein meat substitutes that imparts a sweet nutty flavor and has the ability to soak up flavors from sauces and spices. It's a great addition to salads, noodles dishes, rice dishes, or on sandwiches. I started eating it a great deal after a trip to Indonesia a few years back. My favorite way to prepare is soaking in some marinade and grilling or frying in a little oil. It's a nice substantial addition to these highly crunchy vegetable based wraps. The vegan caesar dressing that I use knocks any thick creamy eggy anchovy dressing out of the park."

Indeed!  These flavorful and healthy wraps (including the vegan Caesar Dressing) are delicious, easy to make and highly nutritious.


Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Crispy BBQ Tempeh Caesar Wraps - Flourishing Foodie.

Vegan Eggplant Gyros from Delish Knowledge

Vegan Eggplan Gyros from Delish Knowledge

From Delish Knowledge:

"Vegan Eggplant Gyros! Za’atar seasoned eggplant stuffed into warm pita and topped with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and the BEST hummus-dill sauce. You’ve gotta try these!"

We agree!  This is one of the best Greek cuisine vegan recipes we have tried to date.  Delicious and nutritious, these gyros are loaded with healthy ingredients including eggplant, tomato, cucumber, and onions.

Recipe details (including the recipe for the Hummus Sauce), a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Vegan Eggplant Gyros - Delish Knowledge.

Avocado Chickpea Lettuce Wraps from Gluten Free Vegan Pantry

Avocado Chickpea Lettuce Wraps
(Vegan + Gluten-Free) from Gluten Free Vegan Pantry

From Gluten Free Vegan Pantry:

"My favourite part about these Avocado Chickpea Lettuce Wraps, other than their amazing flavour, obviously, is the fact that you can dress them up in a million different ways. We decided to top ours with alfalfa sprouts, yellow peppers, cucumbers and tomatoes. Mmmmm my mouth is watering just typing all of this up. You seriously need to try these. Plus, each wrap has a whopping 8 grams of protein! All this protein leaves you feeling full and satiated for hours, helping you to fend off those pesky after dinner cravings ..."

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Avocado Chickpea Lettuce Wraps - Vegan + Gluten-Free - Gluten Free Vegan Pantry.

BBQ Tempeh Wraps with Spinach from The Garden Grazer

BBQ Tempeh Wraps with Spinach
Vegan + GF from The Garden Grazer

This is another easy, very yummy and very nutritious recipe from The Garden Grazer.   These wraps feature tempeh (a protein powerhouse) marinated in BBQ sauce and fresh ingredients such as bell pepper, onion, baby spinach, tomato. Easily make this recipe gluten-free by using GF wraps.

Recipe details,  a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at BBQ Tempeh Wraps with Spinach - The Garden Grazer.

Black Bean Tempeh Tacos from The Garden Grazer

Black Bean Tempeh Tacos from TheGardenGrazer.com

From thegardengrazer.com, the author of this recipe:

I love using tempeh as a ground meat substitute! Most often I use it in pasta sauce, but it's awesome in so many other dishes as well. These Black Bean Tempeh Tacos were an early recipe ... Tacos are always a great choice for weeknight meals - quick, easy, delicious! Plus everyone can personalize their own with the toppings they love. These are pleasantly filling, with a double protein punch from both the beans and tempeh. (For us, each taco has over 10g protein!) My favorite toppings are avocado, lettuce, and juicy pico de gallo which pairs wonderfully. Let's get this taco party started!

Recipe details, including a link to a light and creamy peanut sauces, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Black Bean Tempeh Tacos - The Garden Grazer.

Our tip:  for additional health benefits, be sure to include avocado as part of this recipe!
 Why You Should Eat An Avocado a Day

Vegan Stuffed Peppers from Ceara's Kitchen

Vegan Stuffed Peppers from Ceara's Kitchen

These colorful, delicious stuffed peppers are full of healthy ingredients including wild rice, tomato sauce, chopped mushrooms, red onion, red bell peppers, kidney beans, corn and various spices with optional garnish of green onion, avocado and vegan cheese sauce.

Recipe details, including a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Ceara's Kitchen - Vegan Stuffed Peppers.

More information on a few of the ingredients:
12 Benefits of Olive Oil
Onion Medicinal Properties and Uses

Spicy Black Bean Soup from Connoisseurus Veg

Spicy Black Bean Soup from Connoisseurus Veg

Healthy, hearty with "meaty" flavors and a kick of spice, this delicious spicy black bean soup features black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno pepper, olive oil, lime, garlic, spices and optional toppings including cilantro, avocado and scallions.

Recipe details, including a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Connoisseurus Veg - Spicy Black Bean Soup.

More information on a few of the ingredients:
12 Benefits of Olive Oil
A Chili a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Garlic Health Benefits

Spiced Vegan Lentil Soup from Cookie + Kate

Spiced Vegan Lentil Soup
from Cookie + Kate

A healthy lentil soup made with mostly common vegetables (onion, carrots, garlic, collard greens or kale), pantry ingredients (brown or green lentils, canned diced tomatoes, olive oil) and a squeeze of lemon for bright, fresh flavor. It is well seasoned with a several spices including curry powder, thyme, red pepper flakes and ground black pepper.

Recipe details, including a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Cookie + Kate - Spiced Vegan Lentil Soup.

More information on a few of the ingredients:
12 Benefits of Olive Oil
A Chili a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
The Benefits of Going Green

Chunky Guacamole Recipe [Infographic]

Chunky Avocado Recipe by Claudia Dominguez

We love this infographic from Claudia Dominguez (found on Behance) illustrating a chunky guacamole recipe!

Of course, every tasty guacamole recipe has ripe avocados and tomatoes, finely diced onion, seeded and diced Jalapeno chili, fresh lime juice and cilantro!

Check out more illustrations and handmade items from Claudia Dominguez.

Read:
Why You Should Eat an Avocado a Day

Southwest Stew from Straight Up Food

Who doesn't like a warm, spicy, nourishing stew?  This vegan Southwest Stew recipe features black beans, pinto beans, corn, collard greens, red bell pepper, cremini mushrooms, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, onion, fresh cilantro leaves, chili powder, dried oregano and ground cumin.

Recipe details, including a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Southwest Stew from StraightUPFood.

Vegan Southwestern Green Chili Stew from Treehugger

This easy, south of the border vegan stew is full of bold flavors and is so healthy!  We like ours with a little fresh cilantro sprinkled over the top just before serving!  The recipe features canned green chili peppers, fresh jalapeno pepper, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, fresh tomatoes, corn, new potatoes, red beans, pinto beans, kidney beans and olive oil.

Recipe details including a complete list of ingredients and step by step instructions at Southwestern Green Chili Stew from Treehugger.

More information about the healthy ingredients:
A Chili a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Garlic Medicinal Properties and Uses

Black Bean and Red Pepper Burgers from Veggies on the Counter

This vegan burger recipe features black beans, red bell pepper, onions, garlic, buckwheat flakes (or rolled oats), green olives and olive oil, sunflower seeds and a delicious blend of spices, including cumin, coriander and smoked paprika.  The patties and condiments are wrapped in large, think slices of eggplant - a fabulous, healthier, gluten-free option!

Recipe details at Black Bean and Red Pepper Burgers from Veggies on the Counter

Gluten-Free Vegan Biscuits and Mushroom Gravy from Bold Vegan

This awesome recipe for gluten-free, vegan biscuits and mushroom gravy is easy and delicious.  The gravy can be used as a sauce over GF pasta or brown rice and served as an entree.  The biscuit recipe features coconut milk, apple cider vinegar, tapioca and rice flours.  The gravy recipe features fresh mushrooms, onion, garlic, rice flour and spices.  Both recipes incorporate Earth Balance buttery spread.

Recipe details at Gluten-Free Biscuits and Mushroom Gravy from Bold Vegan

More information about vegan buttery spread products:
Earth Balance All Natural Spreads

Tofu Makhani : A Delight for the Vegans from Bold Sky

In Indian cuisine, "Makhani" means "with butter" and is typically associated with dishes containing chicken ("Murgh Makhani") or an Indian white cheese ("Paneer Makhani").

This exotic and easy vegan version features tofu, onions, lemon juice, fresh tomatoes and tomato puree, cashew nut paste, ginger-garlic paste, fresh cilantro, jaggery (an unrefined natural sweetener made from evaporated sugar cane) and lots of healthy spices, including turmeric, cumin, coriander, and kasuri methi (dried Fenugreek leaves).

Recipe details at Tofu Makhani: A Delight for the Vegans! from Bold Sky

Jaggery and kasuri methi are available at many Asian or Oriental grocery stores as well as on Amazon:

Quinoa, Black Bean and Corn Tacos from Cooking Classy™

This delicious vegetarian version of a Southwest favorite, soft tacos, is quick and easy and features quinoa, canned black beans, frozen corn, onions, garlic, avocados, fresh tomatoes, fresh lime juice, canned green chili, onion, garlic, fresh cilantro and various spices, including chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander and cayenne pepper.

It can be easily vegan-ized by using vegetable broth and substituting the dairy shredded cheese with dairy-free cheese shreds available from Daiya, Go Veggie or Follow Your Heart.

Recipe details at Quinoa, Black Bean and Corn Tacos from Cooking Classy™

More information about vegan cheese shreds:

Daiya Pepperjack Style Shreds
Go Veggie Mexican Style Shreds
Follow Your Heart Vegan Gourmet Fiesta Blend Shreds

Quinoa and Bean Burger: Great to Grill Vegan Recipes from Holy Cow!

This healthy burger patty has a texture that holds well on the grill and has all kinds of veggie goodness rolled into it as well as a surprising and unique traditionally Indian spice mixture:  mustard, cumin, coriander, paprika and garam masala powders.  It can be made spicy with the addition of cayenne pepper.  The recipe features red kidney beans, quinoa, chickpea (garbanzo bean) flour, kale, carrots, onions, garlic, sage and tamari or soy sauce.

Recipe details at:  Quinoa and Bean Burger:  Great to Grill Vegan Recipes from Holy Cow!

Vegan Philly Cheezsteak Sandwich from Namely Marly

An absolutely delightful version of an American favorite: a vegan version of Philly cheese steak sandwich or hoagie!  This takes some work and effort as you actually have to follow three recipes, but is well worth it.  The first recipe given is for Slow Baked Cheezsteak Tofu.  The second recipe is for the Garlic Avocado Aioli.   The third recipe is the step by step instructions on putting it all together and finishing it off in foil in the oven.

Recipe details (all three recipes) at:  Vegan Philly Cheezsteak Sandwich by Namely Marly