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Darshana Thacker Wendel

Darshana Thacker Wendel

Darshana Thacker Wendel is a whole-food, plant-based chef and former culinary projects manager for Forks Over Knives. A graduate of the Natural Gourmet Institute, she is the author of Forks Over Knives: Flavor! She created the recipes for Forks Over Knives Family and was a lead recipe contributor to the New York Times bestseller The Forks Over Knives Plan. Her recipes have been published in The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook, Forks Over Knives—The Cookbook, Forks Over Knives: The Plant-Based Way to Health, and LA Yoga magazine online.

All Contributions from Darshana Thacker Wendel (447)

  • Creamy Carrot Soup for Wordpress

    Creamy Carrot Soup

    This bold-hued soup is perfectly sweet and seriously comforting. Peeling the red bell pepper helps make this carrot soup extra silky. Dress it up with a drizzle of rich cashew cream, pomegranate seeds, and chopped fresh parsley for a festive fall presentation.  How to Peel a Bell Pepper: Using a vegetable knife, peel as much […]
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  • Hearty Purple Cabbage Soup in a white bowl with metal spoon

    Hearty Purple Cabbage Soup

    Green peas bring earthy sweetness and dramatic color contrast to this purple cabbage soup. Hearty potatoes soak up the savory herb-infused broth that will leave you feeling warmed from the inside out. Top it all off with a sprinkle of parsley, and you have an eye-catching stew ideal for the winter season. Tips Optional oil: […]
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  • No-Knead Boule Bread in an oval dish on a rustic tiled background

    No-Knead Boule Bread

    This tasty no-knead bread can be baked as a traditional boule (ball shape)—or shaped with a well in the center to create a bread bowl for your favorite dip (see tip, below). A blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours hits the sweet spot between wholesome and tender, and cooked potato keeps every slice of […]
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  • waffles, plant based, plant-based

    Cinnamon-Oat Waffles with Sweet Potato “Butter”

    These vegan waffles have a wonderful taste and texture, thanks to aquafaba. Though the waffles have a nice crunch and are lightly sweet, you can use vanilla-flavored plant milk if you’re looking for extra sweetness. If you don’t want to make the sweet potato spread, serve with maple syrup and fresh fruits. Tips Aquafaba: Aquafaba […]
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  • Sweet Moroccan Pancakes with Chocolate Banana Sauce and fresh fruit on a colorful plate and red tablecloth

    Sweet Moroccan Pancakes with Chocolate Banana Sauce

    These breakfast pancakes, called baghrir in Morocco, are similar to crepes, with a light, spongy texture. They’re traditionally topped with honey and butter, but are delicious with fresh fruit and a hearty drizzle of homemade chocolatey banana sauce. Spread the scrumptious batter very thin on your skillet to create the delicate mouthfeel these pancakes are […]
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  • Herbed Savory Pancakes with Sauteed Spinach

    Savory Pancakes with Sautéed Mushrooms and Spinach

    A hot open-face sandwich is always a welcome meal, especially on a chilly evening. The ”bread” for this saucy sandwich is a savory pancake that goes from the skillet to the plate. Note that this recipe is gluten-free if you make sure to purchase certified gluten-free oat flour. Tips Optional oil: This is a Forks […]
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  • Mini Vegan Tamale Pie in white ramekins

    Mini Vegan Tamale Pie

    Savory Southwest flavors are abundant in these delectable (and freezer-friendly) tamale pies. Each individual-size casserole is packed full of fresh veggies and hearty black beans that get deliciously tender as they bake in a tomato sauce infused with taco seasoning. The crispy crust is formed with traditional masa harina and almond flour to deliver the […]
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  • Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Pancakes made with buckwheat flour and drizzled with maple syrup and banana slices

    Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Buckwheat Flour

    These gluten-free pancakes combine nutty buckwheat flour with coconut flakes and vegan chocolate chips to create a good-for-you breakfast feast. Topped with fresh banana slices and extra maple syrup, these vegan gluten-free pancakes pair perfectly with a cauliflower scramble or a roasted veggie hash.  Tips Buckwheat flour: Despite the name, buckwheat flour is in fact […]
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  • Air Fryer Taquitos Recipe

    Air-Fryer Taquitos with Cauliflower and Black Beans

    The air fryer cooks these taquitos just right—crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. When placing taquitos in an air fryer, it helps to position them seam side down so that they hold their shape and stay closed as they cook. Check out more of our favorite vegan air-fryer recipes! Tips Gluten-free: To […]
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  • Tortilla Española with Potatoes and Red Sweet Peppers

    Tortilla Española with Potatoes and Red Peppers

    The Spanish tortilla is quite different from the Mexican tortilla. More similar to a frittata, it’s traditionally served as an appetizer but is tasty when served warm or at room temperature for breakfast, brunch, or even a picnic. Tips Optional Oil: This is a Forks Flex Recipe, which means it includes a small amount of […]
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  • Sweet Spinach and Berry Salad in a green ceramic serving bowl with wooden tongs

    Sweet Spinach and Berry Salad

    The slightly sweet flavor of spinach pairs well with ripe, juicy fruits in this delectable 15-minute salad. Layers of lush berries, bright citrus, meaty hearts of palm, and crunchy pepitas add color and texture to this tasty dish, which might as well be the official recipe of springtime. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar is all […]
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  • Chickpea Wraps with Homemade Spinach Tortillas on a wood tabletop

    Chickpea Wraps with Homemade Spinach Tortillas

    Gobble up one of these wholesome chickpea wraps when you’re craving something fresh, filling, and full of flavor. While you’re welcome to buy your own whole wheat spinach tortillas, our homemade version is easy to make and extra delicious. The combination of almond flour and whole wheat flour make them super soft, and a dash […]
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