Chocolate Mug Cake

Perfect for when you want a chocolate treat quickly, this mug cake takes

such little time to make but comes out with a great result.

Ingredients:

2 tbsp flour

2 tbsp cocoa powder

2 tbsp white sugar

1/4 tsp baking powder

1 tbsp olive oil

3 tbsp almond milk

1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

2 tbsp vegan chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a mug.

2. Pour the wet on top and mix to combine.

3. Fold in the chocolate chips.

4. Cook in the microwave for one minute and enjoy!

The Best Marinated Tofu

This decadent dish is the perfect addition to so many dinners or lunches.

The tofu comes packed with so much flavor and is a family-favorite.

Ingredients:

10 oz firm tofu, diced

1/4 cup water

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp maple syrup

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients except the tofu until well combined.

2. Add the diced tofu into the dish and cover it with plastic wrap. Let

sit in the fridge for 30 minutes.

3. Strain the tofu and then sautée it in a pan until golden-brown.

Cinnamon Swirl Bread

This cinnamon swirl bread is a no-yeast recipe so it is very fast to 

Prepare, but it still comes out with a wonderful flavor! I definitely

recommend trying this one out.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup brown sugar

2 tsp cinnamon

2 cups flour

2 1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup white sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 cup almond milk

1 vegan egg substitute

1/3 cup vegetable oil

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

1. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugars.

3. In a large bowl, combine milk, egg, and vegetable oil.

4. Add the flour mixture to the bowl.

5. Pour half the batter into a greased and floured 9x5 inch loaf pan.

Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top. Then pour the

Remaining batter on and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon-sugar.

6. Use a knife and draw the cinnamon-sugar through the batter to swirl it.

7. Bake for 50 minutes at 350 F degrees.

Mint Chip Cookies

A unique and delicious dessert perfect for all year round, these mint

chip cookies are such a creative idea! They always disappear from the

kitchen so fast because they’re such a favorite.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup vegan butter

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup white sugar

1 vegan egg substitute

1/2 tsp pure peppermint extract

1 1/2 cups mint chips

Instructions:

1. Whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt.

2. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugars until combined.

3. Mix in the egg and peppermint extract. Then the dry ingredients.

4. Fold in the mint chips.

5. Scoop about 2 tbsps of dough onto two lightly greased baking sheets.

6. Bake at 350 F degrees for 8 minutes. Cool before enjoying!

Lentil Salad

Great for a side dish at dinners or for a on-the-go lunch, this lentil

salad is so simple but tastes amazing. It has such few ingredients and is 

so quick to prepare.

Ingredients:

½ cup cooked brown lentils

1 tomato

⅓ cucumber

½ avocado

2 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Chop the tomato, cucumber, and avocado into bite size pieces.

2. Toss everything together in a bowl and enjoy!

Healthy Chocolate Smoothie

This smoothie tastes so good, like a healthy chocolate milkshake.

It’s packed with nutrients that will last you through the morning,

making it perfect for breakfasts.

Ingredients:

1 cup spinach

½ banana

¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tbsp almond butter

⅓ cup frozen blueberries

½ cup almond milk

Instructions:

1. Put all ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth.

Best Buddha Bowl

Buddha Bowls have been increasing in popularity, as they are an easy

and delicious way to eat lots of nutrients, but not feel like you’re

having a salad. This recipe is my personal favorite one.

Ingredients:

1 cup spinach

1 cup garbanzo beans

½ avocado

1 cup cooked brussel sprouts

1 cup cooked quinoa

Instructions:

1. Toss everything in a bowl and enjoy! Yes- It’s that easy!

Microwave Sweet Potato

This recipe for a sweet potato is perfect for a quick snack that you

want to get nutritional value in. It tastes amazing but is so fast!

Ingredients:

1 sweet potato

Salt and Pepper

Instructions:

1. Wash sweet potato thoroughly and pierce all over with a fork.

2. Microwave for 6 minutes or until the potato is fork tender.

Healthy Chocolate Cake

A healthier alternative, this chocolate cake tastes amazing and has 

an extra kick of flavor. I definitely recommend trying to vegan recipe out.

Ingredients:

2 cups flour

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt

1 cup chocolate chips

1 1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup applesauce

1/2 cup almond butter

1 1/2 tbsp pure vanilla extract

1 1/2 cup almond milk

Instructions:

1. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

2. In a separate bowl, stir together the applesauce, almond butter, 

almond milk. And vanilla extract.

3. Combine the mixtures and stir in the chocolate chips.

4. Pour into two greased 8 inch pans. Bake at 350 F for 25 minutes.

Zero-Waste Carrot Soup

This zero-waste carrot soup is not only environmentally friendly,

but tastes amazing and is a perfect dinner staple. It is affordable

and vegan!

Ingredients:

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp flour

1 cup almond milk

2 cup vegetable broth**

3 cups chopped carrots (skin on)

Sprinkle of Thyme, Oregano, Salt, and Pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Whisk together the oil, flour, milk, and broth until it’s at a boil.

2. Boil the carrots until soft. Add spices.

3. Purée the soup with an immersion blender. Enjoy!

**using a homemade vegetable broth will make this zero-waste

Healthy Almond Butter Banana Bars

Perfect for a snack or addition to a balanced breakfast, these almond

butter banana bars are a delicious and nutritious treat! They’re super

simple to make and are vegan.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup olive oil

3/4 cup almond butter

1/4 cup ground flaxseed

2 smashed bananas

1 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1 1/4 cup old fashioned oats

Instructions:

1. Mix together the olive oil, almond butter, flaxseed, and bananas.

2. Stir in baking powder, salt, and oats.

3. Pour batter into an 8 inch pan.

4. Bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees F and allow to cool before enjoying.

Vegan Carrot Cake

For any fans of carrot cake, I definitely recommend trying this recipe.

It has a nice bit of spice to it that really compliments the carrot flavor.

Ingredients:

2 cups flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp nutmeg

2 and 1/3 cups Grated Carrot

1 brown sugar

2 vegan egg substitutes

1/2 cup olive oil

1 tsp vanilla 

1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

1. Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and

nutmeg into a mixing bowl.

2. Add the grated carrot and the brown sugar.

3. Add the oil, vanilla, flax eggs, and apple cider vinegar.

4. Mix everything and let it sit for 5 minutes.

5. Bake at 350 F degrees for 30 minutes in 2 lightly greased cake pans.

Let the cakes cool before frosting and enjoying!

Quinoa Crumble Meat

This quinoa crumbled meat is a great substitute for so many traditional

dishes- lasagna, tacos, sandwiches, and more! Besides tasting incredible,

it is very realistic and a favorite addition to many meals according to

multiple meat eaters. I definitely recommend trying this!

Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa

1 cup vegetable broth

3/4 cup water

1/2 cup salsa

2 tsp cumin

2 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp each salt & pepper

1 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Over medium heat, toast rinsed quinoa for 4-5 minutes.

2. Add water and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.

3. Cook at low for 20 minutes and then rest for 10 minutes without heat.

4. Add cooked quinoa to a mixing bowl and add remaining ingredients.

5. Spread on a lightly greased baking sheet.

6. Bake for 30 minutes at 375 F degrees. Enjoy!

Budget-Friendly Indian Dal Soup

Indian Dal Soup is one of my favorite dishes, but I always thought

it so complex to make. I started experimenting around and came up

with a recipe that is not only delicious and simple to make, but also

budget friendly, as it has very few ingredients!

Ingredients:

1 cup red split lentils

3 cups water

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp turmeric powder

3/4 tsp red chili powder

½ tbsp lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Soak the lentils in water for 15-20 minutes.

2. Transfer to a pot and add all other ingredients.

3. Cook on medium high heat for about 30 minutes. Enjoy!

Affordable White Cake

This white cake recipe is an amazing staple that you can add any

mix-in or decorate any way you like to be perfect for any occasion.

The best part about this recipe is that it is an affordable option

because it only uses 7 ingredients, so that you can save money

while making delicious dessert.

Ingredients:

1 cup sugar

½ cup butter

2 egg substitutes

2 tsp vanilla

1 ½ cup flour

2 tsp baking powder

½ cup almond milk

Instructions:

1. Cream together the butter and sugar.

2. Mix in the egg substitutes and vanilla.

3. Whisk together the flour and baking powder.

4. Alternate adding in the dry mixture and almond milk to the

butter mixture.

5. Pour into 2 greased cake pans and bake for 30 minutes

at 350 degrees F. Enjoy!