The vegan diet is a type of a diet that excludes animal products. The reasons for adopting a vegan diet vary from person to person. But generally speaking, the decision to change the dietary plan is driven by concerns about animal welfare, the environment, or health.
If you're a vegan or anyone looking to try out a vegan cuisine, or maybe even switch over to a vegan diet completely, here are some delicious dishes that can be made right in your own kitchen.
Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothies
Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothies are a delicious way to start your day. The smoothie is simple to make and will keep you full for hours. It contains potassium, fiber, and vitamins that give you a boost of energy in the morning. All you need is some bananas, peanut butter, almond milk, ice cubes, and vanilla extract. If you want to add some greens like spinach or kale then go ahead!
Vegan Sushi
Making your own sushi is a great way to save money and get creative, but getting the right ingredients can be tricky.
To make vegan sushi, all you really need is whole grain rice (for extra fiber and protein), some seaweed sheets (nori), and fillings of your choice. Popular vegan fillings include avocado, cucumber, carrots, bell peppers, radish sprouts, pickled ginger (gari), and seaweed salad (wakame).
The health benefits of eating sushi are numerous: the nori contains high levels of iodine for thyroid function; vegetables are rich in potassium; wasabi has anti-inflammatory properties; pickled ginger helps settle the stomach. In other words: sushi is good for you!
Garlic Pasta
Garlic pasta is a delicious and simple dish that can be made in a variety of ways. For example, you could use whole wheat pasta for a healthy option, or you could use vegan butter instead of olive oil for an even healthier version!
To make garlic pasta, first boil water and cook your favorite type of noodles according to package directions until al dente (or firm but not hard).
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add minced garlic cloves. Cook for about three minutes until fragrant before removing from stovetop; this will prevent burning the garlic which can happen if it's left longer than four minutes. If using spinach as part of your ingredients list then sauté this first until wilted before adding any other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers.
Vegan Spring Rolls
Vegan spring rolls are an excellent choice for a vegan diet. They’re easy to make, and the ingredients are generally affordable. Get some fresh veggies, wrap it up in rice paper, and you have yourself a healthy meal. You can customize your spring roll by adding your favorite vegetables. Popular additions include carrots, red cabbage, and cucumber. You can also add sauces such as sweet chili or soy sauce to give it extra flavor.
To prepare the spring rolls, chop all of your vegetables into thin strips so they’re easier to work with. Then bring a pot of water to boil and dip each sheet of rice paper into the hot water for about 5 seconds until the paper has softened enough for you to wrap it around the vegetables without tearing it apart. After you remove the softened sheet from the hot water, put all of your prepared vegetables in it and fold both sides inward before rolling up from bottom to top like a burrito.
You can serve this delicious dish with peanut sauce or even just plain old ketchup if that’s what you prefer!
Grilled Caesar Salad
A great way to grill vegetables is to toss them with olive oil, salt and pepper; then, lay the veggies on the grill and cook until tender. But this vegan Caesar salad recipe will give you a new idea on how to make your grilled vegetables from now on!
The best part about this grilled Caesar salad recipe is that you can use any vegetable grill: a stand-alone vegetable grill for the backyard, a small electric indoor vegetable grill or an inexpensive stovetop vegetable grill. You can also use any sort of heat-resistant pan over an open flame like on a gas or charcoal barbecue.
Grilled romaine lettuce hearts are dressed with maple syrup-spiked vegan Caesar dressing made with raw cashews and nutritional yeast flakes (for cheesy flavor). Panko bread crumbs add extra crunch while shavings of crispy baked tofu add even more texture and protein.
Vegan Caprese Salad
A classic Italian dish, Caprese is one of those dishes that you can always find a way to improve upon. Just think about it: there's tomatoes and mozzarella, two things that are almost always delicious together. But then add basil and olive oil? You've got yourself an instant family favorite without a lot of work.
The simplicity of this salad makes it ideal for home cooks. The only ingredients needed are fresh vegetables and good quality olive oil. If you're looking for something different to serve at a dinner party or Sunday lunch with the family, give this dish a try!
Vegan Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich
This is one of the most delicious recipes for vegans and health enthusiasts. It is a healthy alternative to regular Parmesan since it uses vegan cheese. The ingredients are eggplants, olive oil, onions, mushrooms and vegan cheese.
The recipe involves heating the oven to 500 degrees F. Place eggplants on an ungreased baking sheet and bake them until they are browned, which takes around 15 minutes. Once this is done add some water to a pan on medium heat and cook onions till they turn brown. Then add mushrooms into the mixture and cook them for another five minutes. Next combine all these ingredients into a bowl along with olive oil, tomato sauce and vegan Parmesan cheese to make your sandwich filling!
Vegetarian Buffalo Wings
Vegetarian or vegan buffalo wings are the perfect healthy and tasty snack. You can prepare it easily at home using three basic ingredients as well as herbs and seasonings. All you have to do is marinate cauliflower florets in a batter made with baking powder, spices, and olive oil. Then, air-fry them alongside sauce made from hot sauce and vegan butter.
For this recipe, you need one head of cauliflower (cut into florets), one cup of non-dairy milk, two tablespoons of vinegar, half a cup of all-purpose flour, two teaspoons of garlic powder, one teaspoon of onion powder, a quarter teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional), salt to taste (you can also use black pepper if desired), half a cup of hot sauce such as Frank’s Red Hot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce, three quarters of a stick or six tablespoons worth vegan butter (melted), and one tablespoon each dried parsley flakes and paprika.
Whether you're trying to incorporate more plant-based dishes into your diet or just want to explore the exciting culinary possibilities offered by a plant-based kitchen, there are countless easy vegan recipes that can be made with simple ingredients at home!
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