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Is it dessert? Or is it a snack? Can it be breakfast? It can be all of the above! Chickpeas magically create a sweet treat that can be enjoyed as dessert, or you can use the minimum amount of sugar and omit the chocolate chips to create a delicious breakfast (although we can’t blame you if you include fair trade dark chocolate chips as a part of a healthy breakfast). Any way you love it, you’re getting lots of plant-based goodness through the fiber- and protein-rich chickpeas, oats, and almond butter!

Making your own homemade veggie broth means you save on cost, eliminate packaging, and get all of the fiber that’s missing in store-bought broth. One of the reasons I personally love this bouiIIon so much is that you can freeze and use it as needed. Just one tablespoon of the bouillon plus one cup of water is equivalent to one cup of store-bought broth. It’s also versatile. Feel free to experiment by substituting any of the ingredients with vegetables you have on hand or, even better, fresh veggies from your garden! Have fun with this simple staple and make it your own.

Whether you’re looking for a sweet and crunchy snack, a little sweet to balance out the acid in your salad, or a tasty topping for your morning smoothie bowl, this omega-3 rich nut coated in spices and a touch of maple will do the trick! There are so many ways to use this snack as a complement to a variety of recipes — let us know how you choose to enjoy them below!

Emerging research is showing a connection between gut health and inflammation, including the inflammation that can lead to lifestyle diseases. Fermented foods that include probiotics, along with fiber from plant-based foods, can help to balance healthy bacteria in the gut. When you have a variety of high fiber, plant-based foods plus fermented foods that include probiotics (like miso!) your digestion improves and your risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity and diabetes may decrease. Also, this sauce tastes pretty darn good on everything from grain bowls to salads to sandwiches, making it an easy way to get in a daily dose of probiotics.

How can something so simple be such an important part of a meal? You might find yourself not being able to live without these pickled onions once you start adding them to meals. They elevate any dish just the way they can elevate your mood. Onions are chock-full of prebiotics, a specific type of fiber that has been shown to foster gut health, which is linked to brain health and a better mood.

Crunchy snack-lovers, we get you and we got you. Transform soft raw almonds into crunchy snacking delights by roasting or, if you’re lucky enough to have a dehydrator, dehydrating them until crispy. Sesame seeds add even more fun crunch, as well as calcium, to an already calcium-rich (almonds!) snack.

If you’re new to making your own crackers, get ready to feel excited, accomplished and thrilled that 1. you (easily) made your very own crackers and 2. you have a tasty and crunchy snack for noshing throughout the week! If you’re a cracker-maker pro, we can’t wait to hear what you think about these Crispy Rosemary Cracker Thins. Share below!

This salad might set the bar, with its flavor bursts and nutrient density. Shiitake bacon is bursting with flavor and complements the kale and edamame perfectly for a light meal. Not to mention they all bring plant-powered nutrients that are healing and nourishing. Make it even more complete and satisfying by adding a scoop of whole grains.

This nutritious and flavorful sauce can easily elevate any Southwest-inspired meal, soup or bowl. Not to mention, it only takes ten minutes to prepare!

The classic Club Sandwich gets a plant-based makeover — and we think you’ll like this one better! Coconut bacon gives the traditional flavor you love without unwanted environmental and health impacts, while the nutrition in the sweet potatoes, hummus, tomato and whole grain bread gives this sandwich its nutrient-power. Sandwiches that taste delicious and offer a ton of nutritional value? Sign us up!