Kale is great for caesar salads. Other lettuces tend to be too delicate for the thick, creamy dressing featured in this recipe. Feel free to add bulk to the finished product with sweet and salty toppings. Dried fruit, toasted nuts, and roasted chickpeas fit in nicely.
Read MoreThis fava bean dip is composed of a handful of simple spring favorites. If you've never done it before, you'll likely be surprised at how meditative it is to shell and peel these little guys. If you're not so fond of the process, trust us, you will be once you taste this. The final mixture is versatile, easy to manipulate, and perfect served as a dip or used in sandwiches, on bread, in rolls, wraps, and more. Keep in mind, the fresher your ingredients, the greener the dip will be and the more it'll brighten your table.
Read MoreThis salad comes together quickly and is endlessly adaptable. Fresh, hearty lettuce and a punchy lemon dressing form the base of the recipe. To give it more substance, feel free to mix in other toppings - toasted bread bits, nuts and seeds, thinly sliced radish, and dried fruit all compliment this mixture nicely. Let your imagination run free.
Read MoreThis is beyond a doubt one of the best ways to prepare mushrooms. When roasted at high heat, mushrooms manage to maintain their meatiness and quickly become tender - they also leave behind delicious juices. The final sauce in this dish is rich and buttery, made all the more interesting by the addition of garlic and capers, and rounded out at the end by fresh parsley and lemon. Salivating yet?
Read MoreIf you've only ever had canned or frozen artichokes, you need to try the real thing - fresh artichokes are much more delicate and subtle in flavor. This pasta dish is built around eight baby artichokes and nicely complimented by bright lemon and white wine. Topped with garlicky bread crumbs and nutritional yeast, this it's the perfect vegan dish for Spring's tentative arrival.
Read MoreRhubarb is one of the prettiest vegetables that grows in often dreary spring weather. It has a tart flavor that lends itself well to baking. These rhubarb buckle squares are no exception. Similar to a crumb cake, this recipe is truly a delicious way to enjoy a vibrantly rich vegetable at its peak.
Read MoreOne of the most delicious ways to prepare asparagus is to roast it. It cooks very quickly in the oven and develops great depth of flavor as it browns on the sides. Preparing this dish is quite simple and requires only a handful of ingredients. Feel free to add toasted almonds or serve the asparagus over a bed of arugula or to make the dish more hearty.
Read MoreThis creamy cashew based cheesecake is easy to pull together. It's also fashionably tinted pink thanks to fresh strawberries. Make sure you plan this one in advance - once all of the ingredients are combined, it needs time to sit in the freezer for a few hours to set up. Trust us, adhering to the recommended chilling time will reward you through and through.
Read MoreA simple vinegar-and-chile glaze add heat to the sweet and soft textured delicata squash. This recipe can be easily adapted for other squash such as butternut or carnival. Just vary the cooking time as needed. Serve alongside a mild salad or other main.
Read MoreThis staple vinaigrette is especially nice in the winter when quality citrus is available. With two types of lemon - both juice and zest - this dressing makes any basic blend of salad greens bright and lively.
Read MoreOne of the best parts about coffee cake other than the way it makes your house smell when it’s baking? The tender crumbly topping. This vegan coffee cake more than delivers, with a cinnamon oat topping and a moist, flavorful cake base.
Read MoreParsnips are a root vegetable closely related to carrots and parsley. They have a decadently sweet, earthy flavor made richer by winter frosts. Here, the root is paired with tangy lemon juice and some fresh, mild herbs, and roasted to a crisp. Feel free to adjust these additions based on your preferences. You really can't go wrong!
Read MoreAre you a fan of hiding fruits and vegetables inside your desserts? This decadent chocolate cake, made with beets and topped with a rich chocolate avocado frosting, will fuel your fandom. It's a delicious way to consume fiber and antioxidants while minimizing the potential for waste in your kitchen. If you're serving a big crowd, you can double the recipe and turn it into a layer cake!
Read MoreThis soup is perfect for a cold winter night. It has a bit of a citrus zing and some spice, but is also incredibly soothing. The navy beans, which are partially pureed, add mellow earthy notes to a simple base of root vegetables and herbs. The final product tastes best when your ingredients are fresh, so don't hesitate to begin this one with a homemade veggie stock.
Read MoreThis salad contains completely fresh ingredients, along with some hearty seeds. They add a little crunch and provide a good amount of protein. The lightly dress final product is full of color - the perfect compliment to a plate of pasta, fried rice, or any other starchy main dish.
Read MoreIn need of something heartwarming? We've got you covered. This comfortingly creamy dish is quick and easy to pull together - that's the beauty of pasta. It can easily be doubled or tripled in size for large dinner parties. The light cashew cream, garlic and herbs all pair deliciously with the mushrooms. If you've run out of tarragon and chives, don't worry, rosemary and sage will also do the trick.
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