How to Eat Plant-Based

Have you been curious about plant-based eating but unsure where to start? Or perhaps you have successfully made some plant-based meals, but haven’t yet ventured beyond what you know. In this How to Cook series article, we review our top ten tips (plus a bonus tip!) to getting started — or progressing — in a plant-based kitchen.

The explosive growth of plant-based eating in recent times can make it easy to forget that many cultures around the world have long and vibrant plant-based traditions. Where in the world do people enjoy plant-based cuisine as part of their culture and heritage? And what do the world’s most historically plant-based cultures have to teach the rest of us?

Passover is one of the most important Jewish festivals. Traditionally, it’s celebrated with animal-based ingredients and dishes. But are there ways to have a “kosher” vegan Passover? And might a plant-based Seder actually convey the spiritual and ethical significance of Passover in an even deeper way?

SNAP is a US government program that provides financial assistance to help low-income people feed themselves and their families. One mostly unknown feature of the program is the ability to use it to purchase seeds and plants that will grow into healthy, fresh produce. In this article, we’ll look at how to make use of this benefit, as well as how to navigate and overcome the obstacles that may arise.

Feeling festive this St. Patrick’s Day? Get your greens going from the inside out! Explore traditional St. Patrick’s Day foods and how to make them greener and more plant-based. And get seven tasty, vegan Irish food recipes that are sure to nourish and impress!

Most of us don’t think of lettuce as a super-nutritious food. Sure, it makes up the bulk of “ordinary” salads, and iceberg accompanies fast food meals — but in terms of raw nutritional value, we tend to think of it as a sideshow. But should we reconsider our tepid view of lettuce? Might it turn out to be a nutritional powerhouse after all? And are there ways to enjoy it that don’t just involve salad dressing?

Buckwheat’s earthy and nutty flavor makes it a great addition to both sweet and savory dishes. A nutritious, affordable, and versatile food, buckwheat can be used as a gluten-free substitute for commonly used whole grains or as a way to add diversity to your whole foods, plant-based diet. In this article, we share why buckwheat is a true superstar in the plant kingdom and how to use it to create seven delicious plant-based recipes.

Feeling uninspired in the kitchen? Just about any plant-based recipe, new or tried-and-true, can be easily taken to the next level by adding a tasty and wholesome homemade sauce. Below we share some tips and tricks for crafting homemade sauce recipes that will inject inspiration and plenty of flavor whenever you need it. Plus, we’ll leave you with 7 of our favorite homemade sauces to add to your sauce recipe repertoire.

Whether your appetite has you yearning for savory or sweet, toast can surely satisfy. A versatile and nutritious food enjoyed by millions across the globe, toast works morning, noon, or night since bread goes well with a wide array of whole food, plant-based ingredients. Yet, with so many types from which to choose, differentiating between the most and least nutritious is essential. Gluten-free? You’ve still got options! In this article, we’ll provide our top tips for creating tempting, whole food plant-based toast, along with seven tasty toast recipes that you can enjoy any time of day.

Beans are one of those foods that you either love or loathe. If you’re in the latter camp it’s probably because you had an experience where you tried to love them, but they didn’t love you back. In this article, we will make our best attempt to show you that beans are a food to love due to their nutritional value, culinary versatility, and economic benefit. And, of course, we will also discuss the various ways of preparing beans so that they love you back by being kind to your belly.

When you’re hungry and want something yummy to eat, bitter foods probably don’t spring to mind. With so many sweet, salty, and savory foods to enjoy, why would you opt for bitter? We’re about to share some reasons bitter may be better (and how you’re most likely already consuming some delicious and healthy bitter food and beverages!). With the plethora of nutritious fruits, veggies, and other plants that can be categorized as bitter, you’re sure to find at least a few you enjoy. And, if the thought of bitterness makes you cringe, we have a few suggestions for you! We’ll share helpful tips on balancing bitter flavors and share seven bitter foods recipes to win over even the pickiest eaters!

While processed grains like those made from white flour can lead to health problems, many whole grains might actually be good for you. So what makes something a whole grain? What kinds are available beyond wheat, rice, and corn? And how can you safely incorporate them into a healthy, convenient, and economical lifestyle?