BBQ Sweet Potato Chickpea Tacos

If you’ve ever felt left out by the lack of quality vegan options at a BBQ, consider those days over! Introducing the smoky, sweet, spicy flavors of BBQ in a sweet potato chickpea taco with cabbage, lime, and chipotle crema. It’s a plant-based wi…

BBQ Sweet Potato Chickpea Tacos

If you’ve ever felt left out by the lack of quality vegan options at a BBQ, consider those days over! Introducing the smoky, sweet, spicy flavors of BBQ in a sweet potato chickpea taco with cabbage, lime, and chipotle crema. It’s a plant-based winner worthy of sharing with friends!

Satisfying, nourishing, and ready in just 30 minutes! Grab your tortillas — let’s make tacos!

These tacos begin with roasting chickpeas and cubed sweet potatoes in a BBQ-inspired spice mixture of smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne!

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Vegan White Bean Chile Relleno (Baked!)

One bite into the chile relleno at Nick’s in San Clemente and we wanted to move in next door. We’d had dozens of fried chile rellenos before, but this baked version stole our hearts. A plant-based version of this show-stopping dish had to make it on th…

Vegan White Bean Chile Relleno (Baked!)

One bite into the chile relleno at Nick’s in San Clemente and we wanted to move in next door. We’d had dozens of fried chile rellenos before, but this baked version stole our hearts. A plant-based version of this show-stopping dish had to make it on the blog!

Equally satisfying, our inspired, 10-ingredient version is HERE (cue cartwheels): a creamy white bean vegetable filling nestled into smoky poblano peppers smothered in red enchilada sauce and a garlicky cashew cream.

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Aji Verde Sauce (Peruvian-Inspired, Dairy-Free)

This sauce is SO good we licked the blender clean. Inspired by Peruvian aji verde, this dairy-free version is equally creamy, spicy, smoky, and vibrant! 
Just 5 minutes, 1 blender, and 8 ingredients required for this versatile condiment perfect fo…

Aji Verde Sauce (Peruvian-Inspired, Dairy-Free)

This sauce is SO good we licked the blender clean. Inspired by Peruvian aji verde, this dairy-free version is equally creamy, spicy, smoky, and vibrant! 

Just 5 minutes, 1 blender, and 8 ingredients required for this versatile condiment perfect for bowls (recipe coming soon), salads, tacos, roasted potatoes, chicken, and so much more. Let us show you how it’s done!

What is Aji Verde?

Ají verde is a green hot sauce commonly served at Peruvian restaurants.

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Creamy Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pasta (1 Pot!)

Pasta with all the creamy comfort of spinach artichoke dip? Sign us up! This comforting, veggie-filled dish comes together with simple methods and just 10 ingredients. It’s a weeknight dream! 
Bonus? This crowd-pleasing recipe is vegan, optionally…

Creamy Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pasta (1 Pot!)

Pasta with all the creamy comfort of spinach artichoke dip? Sign us up! This comforting, veggie-filled dish comes together with simple methods and just 10 ingredients. It’s a weeknight dream! 

Bonus? This crowd-pleasing recipe is vegan, optionally gluten-free, and packed with vitamins and minerals (C, K, folate, iron, potassium, and more!). Let’s make pasta!

This creamy pasta party kicks off with cooking your favorite pasta and (quickly!) soaking cashews to soften them and ensure a more neutral flavor.

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Creamy Italian White Bean Skillet Meal (25 Minutes!)

We have a NEW comforting, protein- and fiber-packed dish for your weekly meal plan! This creamy, garlicky skillet meal features white beans, burst cherry tomatoes, and greens cooked in a flavorful cashew cream sauce. Ready in 25 minutes with just 10 in…

Creamy Italian White Bean Skillet Meal (25 Minutes!)

We have a NEW comforting, protein- and fiber-packed dish for your weekly meal plan! This creamy, garlicky skillet meal features white beans, burst cherry tomatoes, and greens cooked in a flavorful cashew cream sauce. Ready in 25 minutes with just 10 ingredients, it’s cozy weeknight perfection

Pair with pasta or toasted crusty bread for a satisfying meal that will WOW. Let’s make it happen!

This EASY, flavorful recipe starts with a base of sautéed shallot, cherry tomatoes, garlic, red pepper flakes, and sea salt.

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No-Bake Vegan Cheesecake Cups (5 Minutes!)

Cheesecake can feel like an undertaking, but not anymore! These 5-minute, no-bake vegan cheesecake cups solve your cheesecake challenges – all of the flavor, none of the waiting!
Layered with crushed granola, a creamy cashew cheesecake filling, and fre…

No-Bake Vegan Cheesecake Cups (5 Minutes!)

Cheesecake can feel like an undertaking, but not anymore! These 5-minute, no-bake vegan cheesecake cups solve your cheesecake challenges – all of the flavor, none of the waiting!

Layered with crushed granola, a creamy cashew cheesecake filling, and fresh berries, these parfaits are not only adorable, but perfectly sweet and oh-so delicious! Swap in your favorite seasonal fruit to enjoy this naturally sweetened dessert year round! Just 7 ingredients and 1 blender required.

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Curried Chickpea Salad

I love chickpea salads. A few of my favorites include: Easy Chickpea Salad, Chickpea, Avocado, Feta Salad, Greek Chickpea Salad, Smashed Chickpea Avocado Salad, and Fall Chickpea Salad. I also really love this Curried Chickpea Salad because the flavors…

I love chickpea salads. A few of my favorites include: Easy Chickpea Salad, Chickpea, Avocado, Feta Salad, Greek Chickpea Salad, Smashed Chickpea Avocado Salad, and Fall Chickpea Salad. I also really love this Curried Chickpea Salad because the flavors are unique and SO delicious. Smashed chickpeas are combined with celery, onion, cilantro crunchy cashews, raisins,…

Lemon Garlic Pasta with White Beans (Vegan)

Creamy, garlicky pasta — what’s not to love? This quick and easy pasta is the ultimate satisfying, nourishing meal with tomatoes, arugula, and fiber-rich beans. YUM. 
Just 10 ingredients required for your new favorite weeknight-friendly pasta, fri…

Lemon Garlic Pasta with White Beans (Vegan)

Creamy, garlicky pasta — what’s not to love? This quick and easy pasta is the ultimate satisfying, nourishing meal with tomatoes, arugula, and fiber-rich beans. YUM. 

Just 10 ingredients required for your new favorite weeknight-friendly pasta, friends. Let us show you how it’s done! 

This garlicky pasta starts with (you guessed it) garlic! And there’s more in the sauce, friends. We aren’t playing around! Canned white beans combine with the garlic and some tomatoes for a savory, garlicky base.

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Smoky Black Bean & Quinoa Chili Bowl

When everyone in the test kitchen agrees a new recipe will be on dinner rotation, it’s a winner! This hearty and nourishing chili bowl is inspired by the Chipotle Chili Bowl at Harlow in Portland. We love them, and we love this bowl! 
Not only is …

Smoky Black Bean & Quinoa Chili Bowl

When everyone in the test kitchen agrees a new recipe will be on dinner rotation, it’s a winner! This hearty and nourishing chili bowl is inspired by the Chipotle Chili Bowl at Harlow in Portland. We love them, and we love this bowl! 

Not only is this plant-based meal full of fiber and protein — it’s also easy to assemble and perfect for meal prep! Let us show you how it’s done!

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Creamy Cashew Jalapeño Sauce (6 Ingredients!)

Introducing a tasty new sauce for your next taco night or burrito bowl lunch: creamy cashew jalapeño sauce! This subtly spicy, savory sauce comes together with just 6 ingredients and 5 minutes active prep time. 
Inspired by a restaurant called Har…

Creamy Cashew Jalapeño Sauce (6 Ingredients!)

Introducing a tasty new sauce for your next taco night or burrito bowl lunch: creamy cashew jalapeño sauce! This subtly spicy, savory sauce comes together with just 6 ingredients and 5 minutes active prep time. 

Inspired by a restaurant called Harlow, it’s a versatile flavor addition to bowls (recipe coming soon), quesadillas, and so much more! Get ready to level up your next meal. Let us show you how it’s done!

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