 I am always excited to see so many new vegan products hitting the shelves. There is a vegan version for everything. Soup is no exception. My husband was feeling a little under the weather, so I found myself frequenting Whole Foods to buy Amy's No Chicken Noodle Soup. Vegan options aren't the only things that have increased. Grocery prices have increased and continue to increase as well. I quickly realized that I could save so much more money if I figured out how to make soup myself. My mom used to make soup when I was growing up, so I used the same veggies that she used in hers: onions, carrots, and celery.  This recipe quickly brought back the nostalgia of my childhood, and with a few modifications it was cruelty free as well. My meat substitute was organic extra firm tofu. I love the versatility of tofu, and I enjoy using it in different types of recipes. From tofu pizza to vegan stir fry, with tofu there are many recipe possibilities. Tofu is low in calories and a great source of calcium and iron. It also contains isoflavones that may help protect against heart disease, some cancers, and osteoporosis. Tofu is also inexpensive. I usually purchase organic extra firm tofu from Whole Foods and Sprouts Farmer's Market for under $1.80 per 16 oz. package.  I prefer pressing the moisture out of the tofu with paper towels and then baking it in the oven on parchment paper. This method is so easy to do.  When I saute my veggies I use a couple of tablespoons of water. You may also use a tablespoon of your favorite oil instead. Using water to saute vegetable yields a similar outcome as with oil. You just need to add a little water at a time and stir to keep the vegetables from sticking to the pan.  When it comes to pasta, feel free to use your favorite type for your soup. I decided to use fusilli. It's similar to rotini, the pasta that I use in some of my favorite vegan pasta recipes.  Order your copy of my vegan children's book today!  Easy Vegan Tofu Noodle Soup Healthy, hearty, and nutritious comfort food made with only eight ingredients. Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main course, Appetizer Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 16 Ingredients: 2 16 oz. packages of fusilli pasta 1 cup diced carrots 1 cup diced white onion 1 cup diced celery 1 16 oz. package organic extra firm tofu 4 squares of Not Chick'n Bouillon cubes 2 tbsps garlic powder 1 tbsp cracked black pepper Directions:
Store leftover soup in the refrigerator up to five days. Nutrition Info: Serving size: 1.5 cups Calories: 245 Fat: 2.4g Saturated Fat: 0.3g Protein: 10g Sugar: 2.7g Fiber: 2.3g Sodium: 407mg Carb: 44.6g DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Please share online and tag #thesensiblevegan.
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 In our busy household, meal prep is essential. One of my favorite meals to prep is pasta. Before our week starts, I prepare a large pot of vegan pasta that will get us through the week. This week I decided to switch it up and make vegan chicken Alfredo. I found a great new meat substitute called CHKN not Chicken at Sprouts Farmers Market. Before becoming vegan I consumed a lot of chicken. I was like millions of Americans that do not consider what happens to our food before it gets to our plates. When I became vegan and started watching documentaries, I was horrified to see footage of chickens being stomped, punched, kicked, and continuously abused on their way to ending up on grocery store shelves. Today I am glad to no longer be part of that vicious cycle.  CHKN not Chicken is simply that...chicken without the chicken. It's a great plant-based meat alternative that contains no artificial ingredients. In fact, the ingredients include: VEGAN CHKN BLEND (PEA PROTEIN, VEGETABLE BASE {Carrots, Celery, Onion, Tomato} Maltodextrin, Cane Sugar, Salt, Food Starch, Garlic, Natural Flavors, Spice), WATER, UNREFINED MCT COCONUT OIL, YEAST EXTRACT, SUNFLOWER OIL, MUSHROOM EXTRACT It is also a great source of iron and contains 20 grams of protein per serving. It's quick and easy to make, and it's so versatile that it can be included in many recipes as a substitute for chicken.  Rich, creamy, savory, protein-packed, delicious and four ingredients! Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Lunch, Dinner Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 24 Ingredients: 3 lbs. whole wheat pasta 3 jars 15 oz. plant based alfredo 2 packages Naked CHKN Not Chicken 1.5 cups steamed chopped spinach Directions: 1. Prepare pasta, drain, and set aside. 2. Prepare CHKN not Chicken per package instructions. Set aside. 3. Prepare spinach and set aside. (I used frozen, chopped spinach). 4. In the large pot of pasta, stir in a third of the CHKN, one jar of sauce, and a third of the spinach. Continue until all ingredients are evenly combined. 5. Serve and enjoy! Nutrition Info: Serving size: 8 oz. Calories: 275.8 Fat: 6.3g Saturated Fat: 0.2g Protein: 9g Sugar: 2.3g Fiber: 1g Sodium: 425mg Carb: 42g DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Please share online and tag #thesensiblevegan.  
There was a time in my life when I thought terms like "free-range" or "organic" meant a lot when it came to buying groceries and preparing healthy meals for my family; however, after becoming vegan I had a rude awakening.
Free range is such a vague term. It is supposed to guarantee animals get some outside time. How long? It could be five hours or five minutes. There is no guarantee. The only guarantee is that the sentient, peaceful, animals' lives are cut short so they can eventually end up on someone's plate. One of my favorite meals I cooked before becoming vegan was lasagna. I made several different pasta dishes that were loaded with meat and dairy. That's exactly why I suffered with health issues before becoming vegan, but after I started my vegan journey the problems were gone within weeks and never returned. ​With all of the varieties of vegan meats and cheeses, I had no problem creating a recipe for a vegan lasagna. It's quick, easy to make, cheesy, and so flavorful. It's packed with protein and fiber, and it's a low-sodium option. When preparing vegan meals for my family, I look for ways to create healthy meals with ten ingredients or less. This six-ingredient lasagna is a much requested meal in my family, and the vegan ricotta by Kite Hill is exactly what I needed to create this great recipe. ​
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 Six-ingredient Vegan Lasagna
This quick and easy six-ingredient vegan lasagna is loaded with flavor and will soon become a family favorite!
Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 35 MinTotal time: 50 Min
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Six-Ingredient Vegan Lasagna
InstructionsNutrition FactsCalories 252.5Fat (grams) 8.25Sat. Fat (grams) 2.3Carbs (grams) 36.9Fiber (grams) 4.4Sugar (grams) 3.7Protein (grams) 8.3Sodium (milligrams) 380 Mac and cheese is a Southern staple. This cozy, creamy, comfort food is the epitome of soul food and the side dish that always steals the show. It is also one of my daughter's favorite foods, and I wanted to learn to "veganize" it well. This recipe is a winner, and it's kid and husband approved. I can't take all the credit though. I have to give a shout out to the tofu that made it all possible.  There are many brands of tofu, but the Southern Barbecue Tofu Cubes from Hodo Foods were exactly what I needed for this recipe. I used the Harissa cubes in my vegan pot pie recipe, and I knew the barbecue would add the right flavor to my mac and cheese. The smokey blend of paprika, garlic, mustard, cumin, and cayenne in the dry rub says it all. Hello taste buds! They are more than just a pretty face though. They contain 13 grams of USDA certified organic, gluten-free, kosher, plant based protein! I am a label reader, and I like to know exactly what I am feeding myself and my family. I learned that just because a product is labeled "vegan" doesn't necessarily mean it's good for me. If I look at the label and see fine print listing forty ingredients that sound like a science project, then we have a problem. I learned that first hand when I started my vegan journey. Ingredients matter. It was refreshing to read the label on the package of the barbecue tofu. I only saw fresh, wholesome ingredients. This definitely is the best tofu for my family. All the prep work is done, too. There is no draining the package, pressing out the liquid, figuring out which seasonings to use, or a long cooking process. They are literally ready to eat in five minutes. Time is so precious, and the Hodo tofu cubes are a quick and easy plant based meal option. If you like barbecue and pizza, you should definitely try this easy vegan pizza recipe. You can thank me later.   Creamy, cheesy, smoky, tasty, and only ten ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Entree Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 8 Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni pasta 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp turmeric 1/2 cup raw carrots 1 cup raw whole cashews 1/2 cup potato leek soup. I found this one at Publix. 1 package Southern Barbecue Tofu Cubes 1/2 cup coconut milk 2 1/2 tbsps nutritional yeast 1 tbsp smoked paprika Directions: Preheat oven to 350. Soak cashews and carrots in bowl of hot water for 30 minutes. I boiled a bowl of water for five minutes in the microwave, added the cashews and carrots, and covered them. Prepare pasta and set aside. When the cashews and carrots are tender, remove them from water and add them to your blender. You may also use a food processor. Add in garlic powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, soup, coconut milk, and nutritional yeast. Blend or pulse until thick and creamy. Add macaroni to skillet on medium low heat. Stir in tofu cubes. Pour cheese sauce atop pasta and stir until evenly combined. Season with salt to taste. Place in oven and bake for 25 minutes. You may use a baking dish or oven skillet pan. Remove from oven, dust with a few pinches of smoke paprika, and enjoy! For Serving: Drizzle with your favorite barbecue sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley. Nutrition Info: Serving size: 1/8 Calories: 418 Fat: 15.9g Saturated Fat: 3.25g Protein: 16.6g Sugar: 4.3g Fiber: 4.5g Sodium: 398mg Carb: 53g  As I was getting together the ingredients for everything I needed to prepare the Father's Day meal for my husband last weekend, I received the most amazing message. A dear friend of mine messaged me that she was going vegan and was asking about Mexican restaurants with vegan options in Atlanta. Needless to say I was pretty excited about this. I absolutely love Mexican food. Some of my favorite recipes on my website are vegan quesadillas and vegan burritos, and I was really looking forward to making these vegan chick'n tacos for Father's Day. Along with my vegan banana pudding they were fabulous.  Tacos are great for many reasons. They are tasty, inexpensive, family friendly, and quick and easy to make. In this recipe I used Gardein meatless chick'n strips. The flavor and texture is perfect for tacos, but you can substitute any vegan meat or even forego using mock meat and fill them with fresh veggies and a delicious sauce! Everyone in the family and your dinner guests can choose their own ingredients to customize their tacos. I love spicy foods and seasonings, but my husband and daughter don't. I usually top mine with spicy salsa, while my husband and daughter savor the mild version. Everyone wins.  Tasty, crunchy, filling, flavorful, and only five ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Entree Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 6 Ingredients:
Nutrition Info: Serving size 2 tacos Calories: 250 Fat: 9.9 g Saturated Fat: 0.7g Protein: 10g Sugar: 0.8g Fiber: 7.8g Sodium: 367.2mg Carb: 31.5g  Meal prepping is a normal routine in our home. From veggie bowls to salads, meal prepping saves us a lot of time and money. One of my favorite prep meals is pasta. Pasta is inexpensive, loaded with protein and fiber, and can be customized into many different recipes. I usually make a large pot of pasta that typically lasts four or five days. This recipe is a family favorite.  I use Gardein chick'n strips in many recipes. It's great in vegan quesadillas as well. I just tossed them in a little avocado oil for this recipe, and they browned perfectly. They are packed with protein and can be seasoned to suit your taste. I usually add a little chili powder and lime if I am using them with tacos or burritos and saute them in a pan with onions and peppers.  Savory, cheesy, flavorful, and only eight ingredients.
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Entree Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 12 Ingredients:
Baked sprouted grain garlic bread Nutrition Info: Serving size 2 cups Calories: 416 Fat: 3.1 g Saturated Fat: 0g Protein: 13g Sugar: 5.8g Fiber: 7.3g Sodium: 195mg Carb: 60g  We try to have a weekly pizza night at our house. My daughter loves creating her own pizza! Sometimes we order the amazing vegan pizza from Mellow Mushroom, but most of the time we like to make our own. Each time I go to the grocery store I am constantly amazed at all of the new plant based products hitting the shelves. Vegan options are in high demand, and it is very exciting to see. I love creating vegan pizza recipes, and this time I decided to try some new products.  The toppings you use on your pizza can make or break the recipe, but I believe the right crust makes all the difference. I have used several different kinds of crusts in my recipes, but when I stumbled upon this product at Whole Foods, I had no idea it would end up being my preferred crust for future pizzas. Years ago when I first became vegan I was devouring documentaries and watching as many as I could. I remember watching the Forks Over Knives Engine 2 Kitchen Rescue with Rip Esselstyn, so I was super excited to see this Engine 2 pizza crust! Rip is the Engine 2 founder. He is also a former firefighter, premier triathlete, and All-American swimmer. When he was with the Austin Fire Department, he introduced the whole foods plant based diet and helped rescue a firefighting brother's health. This birthed the best selling book, The Engine 2 Diet. In 2009 Rip teamed up with Whole Foods Market as one of their Healthy Eating Partners and continues to raise awareness about the benefits of a whole foods plant base diet through books, speaking engagements, podcasts, a phenomenal food line, and so much more. The pizza crust is excellent! It delivers the pizzeria taste with plant based, non-GMO ingredients.  Saucy, spicy, meaty, cheesy, and only seven ingredients.
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Pizza Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 3 Ingredients:
Nutrition Info: Serving size 2 slices Calories: 333 Fat: 7.7g Saturated Fat: 2.7g Protein: 12.3g Sugar: 6g Fiber: 8.7g Sodium: 573mg Carb: 49g  ..If you're looking for a simple, fast, nutritious, and delicious family meal, then you should consider making stir fry. These days you can buy entire stir fry meal kits in stores, but I like to be in control of things like sodium content. Some of the kits contain sauces that are very high in sodium. One of the things I do enjoy using in my stir fry recipe is frozen veggies. It saves so much time, and there are so many to choose from. The package I used contained carrots, snow peas, shelled edamame, mung bean sprouts, mushrooms, and water chestnuts. Of course you can use your own combination of fresh veggies as well. Both are equally delicious.  For my protein, I used Gardein chick'n scallopini. It's lightly seasoned, tender, juicy and perfect for stir fry. It also contains 9 grams of protein per serving. I look forward to trying the scallopini in other vegan chick'n recipes.  Savory, protein-rich, filling, and only four ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Entree Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 8 Ingredients:
Nutrition Info: Serving size- 1.5 cups Calories: 153.6 Fat: 2.7g Saturated Fat: 3.9g Protein: 9.3g Sugar: 5.6g Fiber: 4g Sodium: 362.5mg Carb: 11.3g  Before becoming vegan, tuna salad was one of our favorite quick meals. My daughter absolutely loved it. After becoming vegan I started making vegan tuna salad, but it still was not the same. Don't get me wrong. The chickpea tunaless salad did the job, but then along came fish-free tuna by Good Catch™ Foods, and the rest is history!  When I opened the pouch to begin making my tuna salad I was amazed by the taste and texture of the tuna. It has the chunky albacore taste and texture without the cruelty! What cruelty? Many people don't think about the cruelty that's involved in the fishing industry. PETA has compiled a very good list regarding tuna. Besides being absolutely tasty, this tuna has 14 grams of protein per serving and is made with a six-plant protein blend.  To make the perfect sandwich you have to have the right bread, and I think I've found it. Sometimes when I look at labels for "healthy" foods I am amazed at the number of ingredients in some products. This bread only contains four: Freshly Stone Milled Whole Grain Sprouted Spelt Flour, Filtered Water, Freshly Stone Milled Whole Grain Spelt Flour and Sea Salt. That's it! It's alkaline, a great source of fiber, non-GMO, and made with spelt gluten which is naturally more water soluble that wheat gluten and easier for the body to break down. On top of all that it's absolutely delicious. It's made by Berlin Natural Bakery.  Protein-rich, filling, chunky, creamy, and only six ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Salad Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 3 Ingredients:
Nutrition Info: Serving size- 3 tbsps Calories: 95 Fat: 4.7g Saturated Fat: 0.2g Protein: 9.3g Sugar: 1g Fiber: 1g Sodium: 340mg Carb: 5g  I was about to purchase a veggie bowl at Whole Foods the other day. They had brown rice, tofu, brussel sprouts, green beans, and several other items to add. Everything was great until I asked how the tofu was prepared. I was disappointed to find out that it was cooked in the same oil as the meat items. This should not be! Needless to say, I walked away and decided to make my own stir fry instead. I found the perfect veggies for my family meal, and picked up some Gardein Chick'n to add to the recipe as well.  Gardein Crispy Chick'n Gardein products are absolutely superb. Before my husband became vegan I would use Gardein products in my recipes, and he didn't even know he was not eating meat. When I talk to people about becoming vegan, one of the excuses I often hear is "but I can't live without meat!" It doesn't phase me, and I assure them that they can. I tell them that they like the taste of meat and like how it's seasoned and prepared. Then, I usually explain how true carnivores in their natural habitat don't season their meat. They catch their meat with their teeth and claws while ripping through fur and crushing through bones. Those are true meat eaters. They don't season their meat with herbs and spices made from plants. There are hundreds of vegan products on the market today that look and taste like meat. You can have the taste without the cruelty or animal abuse involved. Some of my favorites are Tofurky, Beyond Meat, Hilary's, and Dr. Praeger's products.  Protein-packed, colorful, savory, and only six ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Entree Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 10 Ingredients:
 Last week was an exciting week. It's always great to receive product samples, and I was anticipating my package from VIVOTRIBE. The company makes ready-to-eat organic beans with flavors like Chimichurri, Pad Thai, and Miso Ginger. I was extremely impressed with the products, and I will do a seperate review post soon. The first one I sampled was the Chimichurri. It's high in protein and packed with fresh flavors like organic parsley, organic cilantro, organic garlic, and fresh organic black beans. The delicious flavors immediately reminded me of tacos, but I had decided to make vegan pizza for dinner. So, I decided to combine my love for both foods, and I created a taco pizza. This is a quick and easy vegan recipe. You can use your creativity to customize it, and make it your own. I look forward to hearing from you!  Festive, flavorful, speedy, spicy, and only nine ingredients to make!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Entree Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 2 Ingredients
Nutrition Information Serving size: 1/2 Naan Calories: 259 Fat: 10.8g Saturated Fat: 2.9g Carbohydrates: 28g Sugar: 3.2g Sodium: 437mg Fiber: 4g Protein: 7g  I have been on a seitan kick lately. We made vegan quesadillas using it, and that was a huge success. Since it was pizza night, I thought, why not give it a try on a pizza? The results had me thinking, "Why didn't I think of this sooner?" I mean, my BBQ chick'n pizza was the best by far, until I made this pizza. It is now my favorite and my husband's absolute favorite as well. He actually asked me to make it for lunch the next day, too. Although this dish tastes absolutely amazing, I had to change a few things once I started calculating the nutrition information. The only thing I do not like about the recipe is that it is 900 mg of sodium per serving. YIKES! When I am shopping in stores, if I want to buy a packaged meal I always make sure the sodium is less than 500 mg per serving, If it's more than that, then I won't buy it. So basically, I would not purchase this pizza at the store because of the sodium content. Granted, we barely consume sodium in our diet. The recommended daily allowance for sodium is between 1500 mg-2300 mg per day according to the American Heart Association, but then again that same organization also recommends eating meat and dairy so....Anyway, since I don't consume much sodium daily, I was not worried too much about the sodium content this time. But, for those watching their sodium intake I would: (a) cut the serving of cheese and seitan in half the next time I make it and use a different crust (the Stonefire Naan crust was 440 mg of sodium per serving) (b) make my own seitan and crust. The best thing about this pizza is what I top it with after it comes out of the oven, Ol' Dirty Sheets Hot Sauce! I received a bottle of it in my swag bag when I spoke at The Cleveland Vegfest in Ohio. This stuff is the absolute truth! I use it on pizza, burritos, steamed veggies, etc. I need to get more because my bottle is on it's last leg. If you love hot sauce, this brand is unlike any brand I have ever tasted. You have to try it for yourself. You''ll thank me later.  Of course, I cannot leave out my daughter! This is the pizza she made. She loves cooking and made this spinach and vegan cheese pizza.  Sweet, spicy, cheesy, packed with protein, and only six ingredients to make!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Entree Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 4 Ingredients
Nutrition Information Serving size: 1/2 Naan Calories: 440 Fat: 14.5g Saturated Fat: 3.5g Carbohydrates: 55g Sugar: 13.7g Sodium: 900mg Fiber: 5g Protein: 21g  I was standing in Whole Foods the other day waiting on the person in front of me to choose their item out of the mock meat section. As they blankly stared into the glass, I knew they would be a while. I finally said "excuse me" and proceeded to grab two packages of seitan. They looked at me and said, "What are you gonna do with that?" I love when people ask me food questions! I proceeded to let them know and educated them about the product. They were so excited, I was happy, and I was feeling great about gaining a few new followers to my blog. Seitan is such a quick, versatile, inexpensive, and high-protein ingredient. It is made from cooked wheat gluten. I have used it in many meals, and on this particular day I wanted to make vegan quesadillas. My husband liked the idea, so we made it a family event. My husband, daughter, and I had a blast creating this meal, and I hope you enjoy the recipe!  Flavorful, filling, guac-tastic, nutritious, and only seven ingredients to make!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Entree Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 6 Ingredients
Nutrition Information Serving size: 1 whole quesadilla Calories: 398 Fat: 11g Saturated Fat: 3.5g Carbohydrates: 70.5g Sugar: 2g Sodium: 430mg Fiber: 10.3g Protein: 23.2g  Burrito bowls, burritos, nachos, and salads are some of my favorite vegan recipes to make. I just finished my 21 Day Vegan Challenge group, and during the last week of the group I ate only a raw vegan diet. I felt really great, and I decided to start incorporating more raw meals into my week. I had decided to make taco salad for dinner, so I made a raw version and another version with tofu as well. Normally I make walnut meat, but I was out of walnuts. So, I improvised and hoped for the best. I used cashews instead, and I am so glad that I did! I will probably use cashews for this recipe from now on. The sweetness of the cashews combined with the seasoning that I used made the salad extraordinary.  I don't know why I didn't think of making cashew meat before now! Sometime the best recipes happen accidentally. Occasionally I have a bunch of ingredients to put together, and I think it's going to make the best recipe...and it doesn't happen. I don't do that often, but sometimes what I think is great in my head doesn't translate as greatness to my taste buds with the finished product. Trial and error. Anyway, if you like cashews I think you will be pleased with this recipe.  Fresh, zesty, packed with protein and fiber, and only 10 ingredients to make!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Raw Salad Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 1 Ingredients
Nutrition Information Serving size: 1 salad Calories: 187 Fat: 12g Saturated Fat: 2g Carbohydrates: 25g Sugar: 3.7g Sodium: 171mg Fiber: 12g Protein: 8.5g  The idea started with a challenge I posted to my 21 Day Vegan Challenge Facebook page. Participants were required to list an ingredient and choose three ingredients off of the list to create a meal. Kale and sweet potatoes were both on the list, and as I was walking through the grocery store last night the idea hit me: Why not make some type of burger? So I did.  So, I put my ingredients together and hoped for the best. A lot of my recipes are trial and error, and most of the time they turn out well. I didn't want to use black beans like I did in my previous vegan burger recipe, and I figured chickpeas would work just as well! They tasted great! They had just the right amount of crunch on the outside, and they were firm and exploding with flavor on the inside. I knew I would be on to something if they passed the husband taste test...  My husband is one of the hardest working people I know. He was exhausted going to work this morning and packed two burgers for breakfast. I got a call from him at 8:00 a.m., and he was fired up. He said, "I don't know what you put in those burgers, but they gave me so much energy!" I was so happy because not only did he like them, the superfood ingredients gave him a great energy boost for the day. Not caffeine. Not supplements. Just a fabulous plant based meal. When I started my vegan journey, he was so supportive, and encouraging, and I enjoy cooking great meals for such a great man.  Savory, filling, tasty, energy-boosting, and only ten ingredients to make.
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Burger Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 5 Ingredients
Chips Vegan Cheese Lettuce Ketchup Buns or Rolls Nutrition Information Serving size: 1 burger Calories: 143 Fat: 1g Saturated Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 27.2g Sugar: 4.1g Sodium: 123mg Fiber: 4.4g Protein: 6g  One of my favorite things to order at Vito's Pizzeria and Ristorante is the apple walnut salad. If you are ever looking for vegan food in Alpharetta, GA, you should definitely check them out. Their salad truly inspired my recipe. It's quick and simple to make, and it is packed with nutrition. There are so many health benefits to list, but I will just name a few. With ingredients like walnuts, apples, avocado, and mixed greens you get a heart healthy, protein-rich, fiber filled salad that is healthy, filling, and delicious.  Sweet, crunchy, creamy, nutritious, and only seven ingredients to make.
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Salad Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 2 Ingredients
Nutrition Information Serving size: 2 cups Calories: 278 Fat: 20g Saturated Fat: 3.5g Carbohydrates: 21g Sugar: 8g Sodium: 55mg Fiber: 10.2g Protein: 6.2g  According to statistics, over 3 billion pizzas are sold in the U.S. each year. I know I have eaten a lot of pizza in my lifetime, but after becoming vegan I gained a whole new appreciation for pizza pies. I enjoy making vegan pizza recipes and experimenting with different ingredients so I was really looking forward to incorporating guacamole instead of using traditional pizza sauce.  We always look forward to pizza night, and this is the pizza my five year-old daughter made. I have had several people contact me asking how they can get their children to eat the vegan food they prepare. One of the main suggestions I give is to allow them to be part of the entire process. Whether it's shopping for ingredients or preparing the meal, allow them to help! Pizza is a great kid-friendly vegan recipe, and fun for the entire family. Everyone can customize their own pizza.  Spicy, flavorful, filling, protein-packed, and only six ingredients to make.
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 2 Ingredients
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Nutrition Information Serving size: 1/2 Naan Calories: 280 Fat: 9g Saturated Fat: 1.5g Carbohydrates: 44g Sugar: 6g Sodium: 443mg Fiber: 6g Protein: 9.3g  The first time I had broccoli salad was about three years ago, and it was pretty good. The only problem is that back then I was not vegan, and the salad contained cheese. Yesterday, I decided to make my own broccoli salad, and it turned out very well. Most traditional broccoli salads contain cheese and bacon, but this vegan broccoli salad is divine, and meat and dairy free.  Broccoli has a long list of great health benefits. It contains sulforaphane, and it's what gives cruciferous vegetables their bitter bite. It is also what gives them their cancer-fighting power. Broccoli is also a great source of calcium, antioxidants, and many other vitamins and minerals.  Crunchy, nutty, filling, tasty, and only five ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main, Side, or Appetizer Cuisine: Vegan Servings: 10 Ingredients
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Serve with your dressing of choice. I used organic ginger soy sauce. Nutrition Information Serving size: 10 Calories: 75 Fat: 4.2g Sat Fat: 0.3g Carbohydrates: 8g Sugar: 5g Sodium: 16mg Fiber: 3g Protein: 5g  It was an early morning for me today. I arrived at the gym at 4:30 a.m. and did a cardio and biceps/back workout. When I got home I was pretty hungry, and as I looked in the fridge the zucchini stood out. I was going to just slice it up and eat it raw, but I decided to try something new. I decided to fry it. I do not eat many fried foods, so this was a splurge for me. When I really want to go all out, I do a tofu scramble for breakfast, but today I needed something quick and simple.  Zucchini is such a versatile ingredient. It can be steamed, fried, or eaten raw. It is a great addition to salads, soups, and pastas, and the health benefits of zucchini are outstanding! It's loaded with vitamins and minerals, and studies show that it helps with the management of diabetes and helps reduce blood pressure as well.  Quick, tasty, crispy, amazing, and only five ingredients! Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main, Side, or Appetizer Cuisine: Vegan Servings: 2 Ingredients
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Nutrition Information Serving size: 2 Calories: 195.5 Fat: 2.9g Sat Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 17g Sugar: 1.8g Sodium: 247mg Fiber: 1.1g Protein: 3g  I have not posted many vegan pasta recipes, but after making this one I definitely had to share it! I normally add vegan crumbles to my recipes, but this time I opted for veggies. I added steamed spinach and roasted zucchini and created a fresh, healthy, tasty dish that feeds eight. I used all organic ingredients, and the cost was $18. I plan on using zucchini in more recipes. The health benefits are outstanding. Zucchini contains about 295 milligrams of potassium per cup. According to the American Heart Association, potassium can help control blood pressure because it lessens the harmful effects of salt. Zucchini is also a great source of vitamin C, it can be eaten cooked or raw, and it can even be used as a pasta substitute!  Inexpensive, healthy, filling, flavorful, and only six ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main, Pasta Cuisine: Vegan Servings: 8 Ingredients
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Nutrition Information Serving size: 2 cups pasta Calories: 476 Fat: 2.5g Sat Fat: 1.2g Carbohydrates: 95g Sugar: 12.6g Sodium: 120mg Fiber: 6.6g Protein: 16.1g  Who doesn't love tacos? They are a quick, easy, and inexpensive meal. I spent under $20 on ingredients that would feed eight people. The recipe is simple, and the end result is savory and delicious. This is the perfect vegan taco recipe for family night or any night!  Simple, savory, and quick tacos using only eight ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main, Tacos Cuisine: Vegan Servings: 8 Ingredients
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Nutrition Information Serving size: 1 taco Calories: 238.8 Fat: 5.8g Sat Fat: 0.2g Carbohydrates: 32.8g Sugar: 4.3g Sodium: 497mg Fiber: 4.6g Protein: 14.4g  Now that school is back in session, I am very focused on quick and easy vegan meals. All of the recipes that I post are ten ingredients or less already, but when you're preparing for school, preparing for work, and preparing healthy and delicious meals for your family, every minute counts! This recipe has over 15 grams of protein per serving, and the chick'n salad can be used in wraps, sandwiches, salads, or eaten alone. It only takes about 10 minutes to make.  This chick'n salad is protein-packed, fools non-vegans, very tasty, and uses only eight ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main, Chicken Salad Cuisine: Vegan Servings: 4 Ingredients
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Nutrition Information Serving size: 1/2 wrap Calories: 158 Fat: 14.3g Sat Fat: 0.9g Carbohydrates: 10g Sugar: 1g Sodium: 470mg Fiber: 3g Protein: 15g What do you use in your vegan chick'n salad recipe? Please tag me in your recipe photo #thesensiblevegan. Thank you!  It is day three of my Dr. Sebi challenge. After watching one of his videos, I decided to try his food plan for one week eating all alkaline foods. An alkaline diet helps balance the body's pH levels. By eating more alkaline and less acidic foods, studies show that this can help prevent plaque formation in blood vessels, prevent kidney stones, build stronger bones, and much more. This Thursday will be the end of my challenge week, and I will post a detailed review. I created this recipe using only food items from his nutrition list. It is a simple and easy vegan recipe, and the taste and texture make it the perfect meat substitute.  Not only did I use my homemade guacamole for this recipe, it was a great snack paired with fresh cucumbers as well.  Meaty, flavorful, filling, and only six ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 12 Ingredients
Nutrition Information Serving size: 2 tbsps walnut "meat" Calories: 119 Fat: 8.8g Sat Fat: 0.9g Carbohydrates: 9.4g Sugar: 1.5g Sodium: 91mg Fiber: 3.5g Protein: 4g  Before becoming vegan, fish was part of my weekly diet. Often times, tuna salad was my go-to meal. Now that I am vegan, many people say to me, "I mostly eat fruit and vegetables, but I still eat fish and chicken." I used to be that person, but not any more. When I researched about tuna, I was both shocked and saddened. Knowledge is definitely power! So I created this meatless version that tastes better than any tuna sandwich I ever had in the past.  The taste and texture are extremely similar to tuna, except for the fact that no fish were harmed in making this vegan recipe!  Tasty, filling, hearty, tunaless, and only six ingredients!
Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main Cuisine: Vegan Serving: 5 Ingredients
For Serving I used seeded bread and made a sandwich with curly kale and sliced tomatoes. Nutrition Information Serving size: 3 tbsps Calories: 105 Fat: 2.4g Sat Fat: 0.1g Carbohydrates: 16.4g Sugar: 2.9g Sodium: 117mg Fiber: 5g Protein: 5g  Pizza night is a fun time at our house, and on this particular night we decided to make mini personalized pizzas instead of a large vegan pizza. My five year-old daughter was super excited and talked about making pizzas all day. This was a big deal.  You see, pizza night is about more than just making pizza. It is also a time where my daughter can taste and learn about fresh, healthy ingredients, participate in putting recipes together, and feel a sense of pride about the finished product. We talk, laugh, and make special memories that are priceless. The great food is an added plus!  Spicy, cheesy, crunchy, the perfect size, and only six ingredients to make! Author: The Sensible Vegan Recipe Type: Main Cuisine: Vegan Serving: Two Ingredients
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Nutrition Information Serving size: One muffin half Calories: 191 Fat: 10.5g Sat Fat: 6.3g Carbohydrates: 20g Sugar: 1.3g Sodium: 416mg Fiber: 2.5g Protein: 3.4g What are your favorite pizza toppings? I'd love to hear from you and see your variation of the recipe as well! Post your recipe photos #thesensiblevegan. Thank you! |
About Tabatha JamesTabatha James is a wife, mom, and children's book author who loves creating vegan recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Vegan Categories
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