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Lentils are packed with plant-based protein, loaded with fiber, and filled with lots of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Plus, they don’t require soaking before cooking. Combine them with garlic and herbs to make a delicious side to a plant-based meal, a tasty addition to green salads, a fun topping on whole grain bread, or a satisfying snack all by themselves.

You may have heard that variety is the spice of life. Well, that certainly holds true when it comes to food and its effect on health. More and more research is showing that eating a variety of plant-based foods is key to gut health, which can impact short and long-term health. This recipe alone has a variety of fiber from the lentils, quinoa, and vegetables and a variety of colors from the broccoli, tomatoes, and peppers. Enjoy!

Pomegranates are chock-full of antioxidants, including vitamin C which supports immune function. They’re also high in nitrates (the good kind!), which are potent vasodilators. Cranberries are also high in antioxidants responsible for increasing blood flow, dilating blood vessels, and lowering blood pressure. Use this sauce on top of grilled tempeh, spread over berry muffins, or enjoy it alongside your favorite plant-based cheese.

Creamy and comforting, this delicious soup uses nutrient-rich carrots and sweet potatoes as its base. These root veggies get their vibrant orange colors from carotenoids, compounds that act like antioxidants in the body, scavenging free radicals and protecting from lifestyle diseases. They’re also both packed with fiber, making this soup gut-loving and satisfying.

There’s no need for alcohol when you have this antioxidant-charged beverage on hand. Sip on your Pomegranate Sangria outside as you watch the trees, listen to the birds, and feel the grass underneath your feet. And don’t forget to take some deep breaths to let it all soak in. Consider this your safe and comforting place when you need a reprieve from the daily tasks of life.

The combination of toasted walnuts with warm lentils stuffed in baked mushrooms creates a hearty, flavorful, and exquisite appetizer that will enchant your guests. It’ll look and taste like you labored over this appetizer for hours, but this dish is very simple to prepare. Bonus that it’s bursting with lots of nutrition from walnuts, lentils, and mushrooms!

Substituting plant-based foods for meat can lead to enormous health benefits. Research shows that organic soy products may lower cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation, and, in tempeh’s case, improve digestive health due to its high fiber content. In this traditional-tasting recipe, tempeh adds a rich texture when cooked with whole grain bread, and the fennel and other spices give it a delectable flavor.

Spice up your dinner party with this tasty pop-in-your-mouth appetizer. Cashews serve as the base for cream cheese, and chickpeas pose as a crunchy breadcrumb topping in this dish. Be forewarned, Jalapeño Poppers may be what turns your friends and family on to plant-based eating!

Warm grains mixed with winter veggies create a hearty salad that is both satisfying and nourishing to the body and the soul. Not to mention, the array of colors create a beautifully presented dish!

This risotto is lightly fragranced with star anise and nutmeg, which get cozy with the fresh cream sauce. Much like how a cream or fat like whipping cream or butter is folded into traditional risotto just before serving, my Fresh Cream Sauce adds a lot of body and flavor to this whole-grain risotto. This version of risotto is much heartier and chewier than traditional ones using arborio rice, and is also more nutritious.