Lisa Esile, MS

Not in the mood for a long list of ingredients? Need a nosh that satisfies your taste buds and is simple to prepare? We’ve got you covered with this collection of vegan recipes that call for seven ingredients or less (not counting salt and pepper). From pasta to salad, soup, wraps, elevated toasts, and even […]

Looking for recipes using silken tofu or just wondering what silken tofu is and when to use it? Read on for more info, or jump down to the recipes and get cooking. What Is Silken Tofu? As the name suggests, silken tofu is extra smooth and silky and has a soft, pudding-like texture. Like regular […]

Their delicate, melt-in-your-mouth, perfectly tangy flavor makes raspberries a favored berry for adults and kids alike. In addition to eating them by the handful (which we suggest you do!), there’s a lot you can do with these charming berries. Layered into a pudding, brownie, or oaty breakfast; used as a garnish; tossed through a salad; […]

Need a delicious meal in 20 minutes or less? From hearty salads to pastas, tacos, sandwiches, wraps, and more, these quick vegan meals can be prepared faster than the speed of takeout and are perfect for busy weeknights—or any time you need a satisfying meal, pronto. They also happen to be extremely healthy! For more […]

It’s easy being green when you’re as cute and sweet as the garden pea. Snap-frozen at their freshness peak with zero additives, these quick-cooking gems are affordable and loaded with nutrition—the only prep they need is a quick shake of the freezer bag. Featuring salads, casseroles, grain bowls, pasta, spreads, and dips, this delicious collection […]

Crisp, mild-flavored, and hydrating, cucumber has a refreshing coolness that appeals to people of all ages. This delicious collection of vegan cucumber recipes includes some of our favorite salads, pickles, grain bowls, sandwiches, wraps, and chilled summer soups. Whether you’ve got a bumper crop of cukes in the garden or a straggler lurking in the […]

Seriously scrumptious and brimming with fresh ingredients, homemade salsa is the ultimate whole-food, plant-based condiment and can turn a ho-hum meal into a party-worthy dish. These taste bud tinglers are excellent served as a dip with baked tortilla chips, whole grain crackers, pita squares, or crudités, or dolloped on a grain bowl, salad, burger, burrito, […]

Tacos are a great family friendly meal, perfect for busy weeknights and entertaining. Filled with grains, beans, fruits, veggies, herbs, and spices, vegan tacos are affordable, easy to pull together, and fun to eat. Here are some of our favorite vegan taco recipes guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling and your mind thinking of […]

Quick-growing and brightly colored, radishes are the daffodils of the vegetable world, popping up early to signify spring’s arrival. These versatile veggies are easy to overlook, but their sharp, almost spicy flavor and vibrant color mean a little goes a long way when added to salads, grain bowls, or as a garnish for soups, veggie […]

Mildly sweet, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and with a slight nuttiness that leaves you wanting more, artichokes remind us what a genius Mother Nature is! This stunning collection of vegan artichoke recipes covers the gamut, from perfectly steamed Instant Pot artichokes to garlicky roasted baby artichokes, tantalizing pasta and salads, hearty grain bowls, and primo pizza. And […]

Whether you’re heading to the great outdoors, packing a school lunch, or running to the office for a few hours, having a stash of healthy snacks on hand is a godsend for combating the munchies. Loaded with nuts, seeds, grains, and fresh and dried fruits, this collection of healthy, high-energy vegan snack bars and bites […]

In this delicious collection of vegan bok choy recipes, you’ll find everything from creamy Thai curries to sensational stir-fries, nourishing noodles, satisfying soups—even some steamed dumplings! Bok choy (also called pak choi) is a small, quick-cooking Chinese cabbage with a mild grassy flavor, crunchy stalks, and spinach-like leaves. Bok choy is widely available in supermarkets […]