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Be prepared to feel decadent when enjoying this creamy mousse. Decadent without the downside, that is. There are four stars in this show — fiber-rich avocado, phytonutrient-rich cacao powder, protein-packed almond butter, and iron-rich dates. See what we mean?

Stay cool and energized this summer with dark chocolate and sea salt ice cream, which gets its creaminess from coconut milk and natural sweetness from dates. Bananas act as a double agent giving the ice cream some of both. One thing that’s awesome about homemade ice cream is that you can adjust the sweetness to your liking. No more “this is too sweet” or “it’s not sweet enough.” Taste as you go, using the reference amount of date paste below (it’s pretty dark!), and add the amount of date paste you need based on your sweet preference.

Adding nutrient-packed natural sweetness to desserts can come from fruit pastes, which are made by soaking dried fruit in water, sometimes with spices or citrus, and then pureeing the thick mixture until smooth. Commonly made from dried dates, figs, apricots, or mangoes, fruit pastes are core ingredients for a plant-based diet.

This plant-based condiment receives the “most refreshing” award for its fresh, nutritious herbs and light, bright flavors. Made with mint, cilantro, avocado, and lemon, it offers you a nice dose of nutrients with each tablespoon — healthy fat from avocado, vitamin C from the citrus, and tons of phytonutrients from the herbs!

Enjoy this sweet and tangy condiment in a sandwich, on top of baked organic tempeh or tofu, or with grilled vegetables. This homemade version tempts your tastebuds with a savory blend of spices in nutrient-dense organic tomato paste without excessive sugar.

Raise your hand if you love the versatility of beans. (Our hands are high!) White beans give this dressing some texture, as well as protein and fiber. The healthy fat in the avocado not only gives it a creamy mouthfeel but will also help the dressing stick to your greens a bit better. Swap a bell pepper in place of jalapeno if you want to skip the spice — it’s still delicious!

If you love Chinese ginger salad, or if it sounds like something you’d love, then you’re going to adore this dressing. The blend of miso and tahini creates an oil-free, creamy umami and nutty flavor combination that is out of this world!

The combination of naturally sweet almond butter combined with savory tamari and tangy lime makes for an almost drinkable dressing — but save it for your salad because it’s even better mixed with greens! Almonds create a creamy mouthfeel without the oil due to their healthy monounsaturated fat content. The bonus is that you also get the protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that come with enjoying the whole almonds versus only the oil.

The smoky vegetables and tofu combined with sweet pineapple then topped with creamy mozzarella cashew cheese makes for an out-of-this-world combination. Make the mozzarella cheese, press the tofu, and precut the vegetables and pineapple ahead of time to save some prep minutes.

This pizza is simple to create if you make the Turmeric Cashew Cheese first and use store-bought cauliflower crust (however, I do recommend making your own if you have the time!). The cheese recipe will make more than double the amount you need for the pizza, allowing you to make it on one day and use it throughout the week on wraps, in salads, and, of course, reserving some for the pizza. With the cauliflower crust and fresh vegetables, this is a light, refreshing, and nourishing dish for the spring and summer evenings!