This roasted tomato & aubergine sauce is creamy and rich, but completely dairy-free. The roasted aubergine adds a delightful creaminess to the sauce, without relying on any plant-based milks, creams or cheeses. I’ve been enjoying this stirred through spaghetti, as the sauce clings to the pasta really well I don’t know how other people who… Continue reading Roasted Tomato & Aubergine Sauce – Ideal for Pasta
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Spicy Whipped Tofu Feta – High Protein & Vegan
This spicy whipped feta is made from marinated firm tofu, pickled jalapeños and spices. Tofu is a brilliant source of protein, iron and calcium, and you can use it either as a spread or a dip. I recently created a whipped feta from tofu, which works brilliantly on sandwiches and wraps. It also worked really… Continue reading Spicy Whipped Tofu Feta – High Protein & Vegan
Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade – with Olives
Recently there was a food festival here, and to my surprise there were quite a few vegans options to choose from. So I went along with my Mom and sister and tried out some vegan food. It’s always encouraging when people put effort in the make sure they offer at least a few options that… Continue reading Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade – with Olives
Whipped Tofu Feta : Dairy-Free & Vegan
This whipped tofu feta is dairy-free, vegan, high in protein and a good source of both calcium and iron. It’s rich and creamy and would be ideal on sandwiches, wraps, or you can use the tofu as dip with crisps, breadsticks or veggie sticks. Tofu is an incredibly versatile ingredient and you can use it… Continue reading Whipped Tofu Feta : Dairy-Free & Vegan
Vegan Chicken & Tomato Pesto Pasta
It’s been hotter than a dragon’s armpit here in the UK. Due to this weather, I’ve been craving fuss-free, simple things that I can make, that don’t make me feel mere moments away from spontaneous human combustion. This combines a simple pesto, mock chicken and pasta to create a delicious pasta salad Make the pesto… Continue reading Vegan Chicken & Tomato Pesto Pasta
Simple Vegan Anchovies Fish-Free and Delicious with Mushrooms and Seaweed
You can make a pretty convincing vegan substitute for anchovies that are oily, salty, briny and fishy. You can use these in sauces to add a boost of umami, or to top toast with. Shiitake mushrooms alone already have plenty of umami flavour. So after dehydrating them slightly, then rehydrating with a marinade that’s bursting… Continue reading Simple Vegan Anchovies Fish-Free and Delicious with Mushrooms and Seaweed
Mixed Grain Salad with Creamy Garlic & Herb Dressing
This nutty, fresh salad would be perfect served as a main meal, or you can eat it as a side dish. It would also be great for a packed lunch or picnic. I got this grain mix from Trader Joes the last time I was visiting my partner in the US, it worked really well… Continue reading Mixed Grain Salad with Creamy Garlic & Herb Dressing
Warm Edamame Salad
This whole-food plant-based salad combines edamame, red cabbage, spring onion and carrot in a soy, ginger and peanut sauce. I really enjoyed this warm, it can also be served cold too. I paired this with some simple white rice, but it would also be perfect with Vegan Chicken Fried Rice or this Vegan Peanut Noodle Stir Fry… Continue reading Warm Edamame Salad
Vegan Peanut Noodle Stir Fry
Thi is a really simple, quick, meal for one that you can whip up in 15 minutes. It’s also really easy to customise too. The noodles and sauce will go with all manner of vegetables or protein. So feel free to swap out the vegetables I’ve used, or swap the tofu for tempeh, seitan or… Continue reading Vegan Peanut Noodle Stir Fry
Edamame Houmous
This nutty, fresh houmous is as easy to whip up as its chickpea counterpart, and is a fun twist on traditional houmous. You can use it for anything you’d use houmous for, spread it on sandwiches, use it as a dip or eat it with crackers for a delicious high protein snack. You can use… Continue reading Edamame Houmous
