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Get ready for a delicious veggie burger that’s made with tempeh and holds together so well that you can cook it on the grill! These homemade burgers are made with tempeh and rolled oats as the base and seasoned with lots of fresh veggies, wholesome herbs, and fragrant spices. The great thing about these burgers is that they freeze beautifully, making them a great option for preplanning weekly meals!

Tuscan Beans and Kale is a hearty, easy-to-prepare dish that is full of flavor and nutrition. Beans are packed with protein, fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like iron, magnesium, and phosphorus. When combined with antioxidant, folate, and vitamin-rich kale you’ve got a nutrient-dense meal you’ll be glad to eat. What’s nice about this dish is that you can customize it (see ideas in the Chef’s Notes). Plus, this dish can be a side to your main meal or its own meal on top of a bed of brown rice, farro, or legume pasta.

Savory, umami, smoky, and absolutely delicious, this White Bean and Mushroom Burger hits all the same flavor notes as a beef burger, but it’s way better for you! Meaty mushrooms bring plenty of flavor and texture, while protein-rich white beans and fibrous oats make a hearty base for the ultimate outdoor grillable patty. Say bye-bye to dry, mushy, and crumbly veggie patties because this burger has some serious bite!

If making homemade tofu from scratch with soybeans sounds daunting to you, then start with this simple chickpea tofu recipe. All that’s needed is chickpea flour, water, and some seasonings that come together to create delicious tofu cubes in minutes. Chipotle Cheese Chickpea Tofu is smoky, cheesy, and full of umami flavor. We are pretty sure it'll make its way into a few of your favorite plant-based dishes!

Bring some razzle-dazzle to sweet and tart grapefruit slices by broiling them with maple syrup and cinnamon! While those might not be two flavors you associate with grapefruit, the flavor combination is surprisingly delightful. The natural sweetness from the maple syrup and cinnamon balances the tart bite from the grapefruit to make a delicious and refreshing snack to rave about! There are also bursts of nutrients like vitamin C and lycopene (thanks to grapefruit) in this unique plant-based pairing. So go ahead and give it a try. We promise you won't regret it!

Sweet and refreshing Watermelon Ceviche is a plant-based lover's dream come true! This colorful watermelon creation is bursting with antioxidants, vitamins A and C, and other nutrients. Serve it with your favorite homemade vegetable chips or alongside your favorite plant-based taco recipe, and get ready for a restaurant quality dish at home!

Mushroom Lentil Chorizo is “meaty,” hearty, slightly spicy, and rich in flavor thanks to a variety of sweet and savory spices along with the lentils and mushrooms. What’s great about this recipe is that it will give you an opportunity to experiment with spices and experience flavors similar to traditional chorizo, but without the saturated fat and other unhealthy aspects that come with traditional chorizo. Add this chorizo to tacos, mix into your favorite pasta sauce, or sprinkle on top of plant-based pizza.

Creamy Red Lentil Soup is a bright, creamy, and flavorful soup that is loaded with sweet veggies, hearty potatoes, red lentils, and plenty of spices. These wholesome ingredients come together to create a creamy mouthfeel … without any cream! Once blended, this ultra creamy and comforting soup creates a warm and cozy, beautifully-hued soup that feels indulgent but is bursting with plant-based nutrients. And did we mention that it is super simple to make?

They’re called Sloppy Joes for a reason — they’re sloppy, delicious, and fun to eat! This super-nourishing version of a traditional Sloppy Joe is packed with fiber from the lentils, immune-supporting compounds from the onion and garlic, and a huge amount of healing phytonutrients from the spices. Make friends and family happy by serving these at a spring or summer barbeque — they also make great little slider appetizers!

If you ask us, leafy greens like kale are the answer to just about anything, including creating a uniquely satisfying and flavorful crunchy slaw that is delicious solo or piled high on your favorite bean burger, grain bowl, or wrap. Harissa adds a nice element of sweetness with a subtle hint of heat and pairs well with the crunch of earthy green kale as well as red cabbage, carrots, and pumpkin seeds. Not to mention the gorgeous spectrum of colors you’ll get once you toss it all together!