vegan recipe

As the weather gets colder in the Northern Hemisphere, we often find ourselves looking for warming soups, stews, and other hearty meals. This recipe is perfect for a warm fall meal! Since fall is the season of the Vata dosha (light and airy), warm hearty meals are also particularly beneficial for grounding. Whip up this recipe for a nice lunch or dinner that you and your guests are sure to enjoy!

Chickpea Turmeric Soup with Fresh Cilantro

1 tbsp. coconut oil

1-2 garlic cloves, minced

½ white onion, sliced lengthwise

Tofu scrambles are a staple in many vegan diets because of their versatile nature and high protein content. This recipe stands out with the nutritional yeast and spinach which add essential vitamins and minerals such as iron, calcium, B12 and more. The onion, garlic and bell pepper add some rich flavors and color without overpowering the dish, making it the perfect way to start your morning. Try it as the filling for a delicious breakfast burrito with the simple addition of some vegan cheese and a tortilla!

Tofu Scramble (Vegan)

This parfait is a nice light treat to enjoy after a big meal! The balance of cool creamy coconut, rich chocolate pudding and chewy granola combine to create a blend of flavors and textures that are unlike any other dessert. With easy ingredients and minimal preparation, no one will ever know that you spent less than hour making this from scratch. Serve it in a tall glass for a fancy affair where you are sure to impress!

Chocolate Pudding Parfait (Vegan)

*Serves 2-4

Ingredients:

1 cup Coconut Cream (chilled)

Sweet potatoes have gained a reputation of being healthier for you than white potatoes, and this is 100% true. Although both kinds of potatoes have similar profiles when it comes to carbohydrates and protein, their nutrient profile is very different.

Easy Mushroom Gravy (Vegan)

*Makes about 4 servings

This easy mushroom gravy is quick and only requires a few simple ingredients to make it! Any mushroom can be used, though I recommend Cremini mushrooms. The mushrooms, red wine and soy sauce blend together to create a deliciously complex and savory flavor profile. This gravy is creamy, earthy and well-balanced, making it the perfect complement to your mashed potatoes, biscuits or another main dish.

Ingredients:

1 cup chopped mushrooms

¼ cup vegetable oil

Vegan Pie Crust

*Yields 2 crusts

Treat yourself or some party guests to a homemade vegan pie (or two) this season. With the holidays in sight, colder weather is the perfect excuse to stay inside and bake! Whether you prefer the classic apple pie, a fruity berry blend, or creamy key lime, the options for delicious vegan pie fillings are endless. Pro tip: to achieve the creaminess of key lime, or zest up your pumpkin pie, try adding some silken tofu to the filling!

Ingredients:

2 cups Flour

¼ teaspoon Salt

Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Cauliflower

*Serves about 4

Stuffed Acorn Squash

*Serves 2

Need something colorful, warm, healthy, and hearty this fall? Try this scrumptious sweet potato pumpkin soup recipe! Sweet potato is high in vitamins A, C, and E —which is awesome for supporting a healthy immune system. Pumpkin contains a great source of vitamin A for aiding in eye-vision, as well as potassium for helping out the body’s nervous system. This soup is not only good, it’s good for you!

Takes 30-45 minutes

Serves 5-6 bowls

Ingredients:

Time for some hearty vegetable soup! Its thick and creamy consistency provides a comforting antidote to those first chilly days as we move into fall. Simple and easy, you only need one pot to cook enough soup for the whole family and you can even make the most of extra veggies or herbs that you have laying around the house! The  wonderful mix of both richly developed and subtle flavors is what sets this dish apart.

*Serves 4

Ingredients

2 Large Carrots

1 Celery Stalk

1 Small Onion

1 Medium Zucchini