Vegan Recipes
Vegan cooking beginner? Don't miss my post on 30+ Whole Foods Plant Based Snacks. You'll find an assortment of vegan recipe ideas.
I was vegan in my late teens and throughout my 20s, up until my cancer diagnosis at age 29. As a result of this experience, I know a thing or two about vegan cooking and how to make plant-based foods DELICIOUS. (Woohoo!)
Yum factor aside, there are some nutritional differences between vegan and omnivore diets. You need to learn about them if you're interested in this way of eating.
First, vitamin B12 is only naturally sourced (reliably!) in animal-based foods. Vegans must supplement with this vitamin and use fortified foods to get what they need.
Next, vegetarians and vegans have nearly twice the RDA for iron compared to omnivores. Beans and iron-fortified cereals are two great sources. Enjoy plant-based foods containing iron with sources of vitamin C to help increase absorption.
Vegetarians should be aware that milk is not a good source of iron. Eggs contain a protein called phosvitin which binds to iron, leading to poor bioavailability of the mineral from this food source.
Additionally, unlike the protein in animal-based whole foods, most sources of plant-based proteins are lacking in one or more of the essential amino acids. Eating a variety of plant-based protein sources daily will help ensure you get the essential amino acids you need. That said, you likely don’t need to worry about combining foods to make “complete proteins” with each meal.
Ready to get started on your vegan journey? Here are my most recent posts in this category:
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How do you grow popcorn grass?
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Dandelion Vinegar Recipe (How to Make Dandelion Vinegar)
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Potato Rice (Potatoes and Rice Recipe)
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Garlic Kale Chips (Vampire Killer Kale Chips Recipe for Dehydrator)
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30+ WFPB Snacks (Whole Foods Plant Based Snacks) Vegan
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Costco Apple Pie (Kirkland Signature Bakery Pies at Costco)
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Microwaving Vegetables (How to Microwave Vegetables)
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How Long to Bake Potatoes at 375 (Baked Potato at 375)
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MyPlate Meals (MyPlate Meal Planner Food Guide)
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Fermented Red Cabbage Sauerkraut Recipe
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Peruvian Beans Recipe (AKA Canary, Peru, or Peruano Beans)
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Tahini Pasta Recipe (Vegan Pasta with Tahini Sauce)
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Asparagus in a Can (Canned Asparagus Recipe)
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Chocolate Covered Pineapple Recipes (Pineapple Rings, more!)
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Carrot Candy Recipe (Candied Carrot Cake Garnish and Topping)
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Air Fryer Toast (Toasted Bread Recipe + VIDEO!)
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Instant Pot Fries (Pressure Cooker French Fries Recipe + VIDEO!)
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Frozen Waffles in Air Fryer (Eggo, Protein Waffles, Mini Waffles, more!)
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Best Salsa Substitutes (Plus Substitute for Salsa Recipe!)
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Best Popcorn Alternatives (Popcorn Substitute Ideas!)
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Healthy Alternative to Ice Cream (Ice Cream Substitute Ideas!)
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Keto Berry Smoothie (Vegan Keto Smoothie Recipe)
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Mexican Buddha Bowl (Vegan Protein Bowl with Tofu Recipe)
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How to Smoke Tofu in a Smoker (Smoked Tofu)
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Vegan Honey Mustard Recipe (Salad Dressing and Dipping Sauce)
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Air Fryer Frozen French Fries (Healthy Recipe with Calories, Nutrition Info)
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Peach Pineapple Salsa Recipe
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Sugar Free Dalgona Coffee Recipe (Keto Whipped Coffee without Sugar)
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Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce Recipe
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Banana Watermelon Smoothie (Watermelon and Banana Smoothie)
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Chickpeas for Babies (Baby Chickpea Puree Recipe)
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Ninja Foodi Popcorn Recipe
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Ninja Foodi Chickpeas Recipe (Garbanzo Beans Time and Temp)
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Vegan Spinach Salad Recipe with Balsamic Salad Dressing
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Black Bean Curry Recipe (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
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Baby Vegetable Stock (Veggie Broth for Babies Recipe)
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Mug Pancakes (Pancake in a Mug Recipe)
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Spelt Flour Sourdough Starter Recipe for Bread
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Frozen Spring Rolls in Air Fryer (Frozen Mini Egg Rolls, Lumpia)
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Oat Milk Yogurt Recipe (How to Make Oat Yogurt)