Vegan Tofu Soba

Tofu is one of those plant based foods that oh so tasty and filled with good protein; but a word of caution, tofu should be eaten in moderation. It is not something that you want to eat on a daily basis. And if you do, keep it in very small portions. For this dish we are going to enjoy a good dose of this marinated tofu. The marinade is so good and will make the plain tasting tofu come to life. Paired all together with the soba noodles and sautéed vegetables and this is completely healthy, satisfying and stress free meal.

Vegan Zucchini Avocado Pasta

This recipe is really simple and quick to make, but you would need a food processor/blender to make it. If you don't have one, you should strongly consider getting one. They are well worth it and makes being a vegan that much easier. My friend Tam's blog has a pretty well written review of the different types of blender - check it out.

This is one of the best avocado pasta I've made and you can do so much with it and make so many variations at the same time and you can always substitute the zucchini with any pasta of your choice.

Vegan Curry Lentil Soup

This is a delicious and nutritious meal on cool nights with just the right amount of spiciness. The soup goes with almost any greens - add what you have in your fridge or what you feel like on that day - spinach, rainbow chard, beet greens, or kale. This soup is also relatively quick to make, it will only take you about an hour from start to finish.

Vegan Sweet Potato, Bean and Kale Soup

You may wonder what's with me and sweet potatoes? I love sweet potatoes. They are as versatile as any root vegetable can be. Sweet potatoes can be a star of a satisfying meal or as a accompanying side to a main course - steam it, bake it, roast it, puree it, do whatever you want with it and it'll still come out good.

Now, I do not want to be a 'sweet potato pusher' but just hear me out on the list of nutrients found in sweet potato - like a one stop jar of vitamins - your source of vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, iron, magnesium, potassium, and beta carotene. Now are you convinced about adding sweet potatoes to your meals? Then, read on for the recipe to the best vegan sweet potato soup. This soup is simply delicious and perfect for a cold winter's day.

Vegan Mexican Sloppy Joes

No need for beef in your sloppy joes. You've got beans. Yes. Good old black beans and kidney beans, seasoned to perfection with lemon, cilantro, cumin, onion, garlic, and cayenne. You’re going to love the chewiness of the beans, the crunch of the bell pepper and the fresh flavor of lemon and cilantro. Add some fresh greens like lettuce, cabbage, kale, or arugula, and you’ve got yourself a nutritious and protein-rich meal.

Vegan Mac 'N Cheese

This is a quick and simple killer Mac 'N Cheese recipe. No added vegetables, grains, breadcrumbs or baking - nothing! Simply just add your pasta with your vegan cheese sauce. If Kraft had a vegan version of its 'Macaroni and Cheese', it would look something like this, although they would process the hell out of the ingredients first. Try the recipe and try different spice combos - I guarantee you'll love it and make it over and over again. And this can be made done in 10 minutes!

Vegan Sweet Potato Quinoa Chili

For those really busy days, it's always nice to have a delicious and comforting recipe that you can whip up quickly and easily. This vegan chili recipe is pretty straightforward - everything you need is probably in your kitchen right now or you can find right away at your grocery store.

Vegan Vietnamese Pho

Not long ago I had a delicious vegan pho in a Vietnamese restaurant in New York City. The broth was heady with sweet spices and, like the traditional meaty soup, was served with rice noodles, bean sprouts and fresh herbs. I asked the waiter if he knew how the chef made the stock, and the sous chef came out and told me it involved lots of vegetables and a combination of spices.

I tried and tested numerous combinations or vegetables and spices and this recipe here I must say beats out all other vegan broths I have tasted.

Vegan Chickpea Lentil and Kale Stew

It's been such a crazy cold and wet season out there so far that my children have been calling for soups and stews. Nothing beats a nice big bowl of stew as something super comforting to come home to after school and work.

This recipe features carrots, zucchini and onion, but you can certainly add or substitute in any other veggies that you have on hand – celery, sweet potato, and squash would all work well too. This is absolutely easy and delicious to make. It just takes about 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook - it's all vegetables, so breaking down the hardest vegetables (carrots) will not take long.

Vegan Roasted Vegetable Enchilada

These enchiladas are simple to make and just seriously out of this world yummy. To boot, kids just love this dish.

Vegan Falafel

I've always loved falafels and always in the glorious deep fried form. As I got older, the healthy side in me has led me to find ways to make falafels the healthy way, i.e. baking them instead of deep frying but they were never satisfying and they never gave me that crispy crunch that defined a falafel.

I finally found a balanced between deep frying and baking, basically just pan frying them in healthy canola oil. And the outcome can't be more perfect - I get the crunch that I want without the need to raise my cholesterol level.

Vegan Vegetable Pot Pie

It can be hard to find a vegan pot pie given that the traditional classic American version comes with meat and more meat. But fear not, I'm tackling the classic savory pastry dish head on. I took a traditional meat pie, substituted seitan (one my favourite proteins) and added some fresh asparagus, leeks and a little habenero pepper for some kick. Try it, you will not miss the meat flavour.

Vegan Italian Orzo Tomato and Spinach Soup

This soup is loaded with classic Italian flavors and it’s so simple to make! Orzo tomato spinach soup is completely vegan friendly and it’s so warm and comforting! This is the perfect soup so serve on a chilly winter day.

Vegan Sicilian Caponata

This hearty dish captures the essence of the Sicilian summer. If strongly flavoured fresh tomatoes are available, use them. Otherwise, the flavour of canned plum tomatoes is preferable to hard, hothouse ones.

Vegan Caramelized Onion Polenta Pie

A great dish to cook ahead of time and it freezes well too. Hot or cold, it is great accompanied by a salad, particularly one containing lost of ripe, juicy tomatoes.

Vegan Black Bean and Quinoa Burgers with Mango Salsa

These lentils and quinoa burgers have a good texture and go well in a soft bun or served on their own with the mango salsa. They can be delicate to handle at first but will firm up if you chill it in the fridge before cooking.

Vegan Pasta e Fagioli

Some call it a stew, others a soup, but either way this dish makes a wholesome meal. It is a good recipe to cook in bulk for a crowd.

Vegan Three Bean Chilli

Here's a comfort food that is always a hit with meat-eaters. Make this recipe in bulk for parties or potluck dinners or freeze it in meal-sized portions. It improves with keeping, so it is a great dish to prepare ahead of time.

Vegan Spaghetti with Pesto and Pine Nuts

Pesto comes from Genoa in northern Italy and is made from basil, olive oil, pine kernels along with Parmesan or Pecorino cheese. This vegan version uses nutritional yeast in place of the cheese and tastes just as good. Leftover pesto can be stored in the fridge for a few days. Simply spoon it into a jar and cover it with a thin layer of olive oil. It is great on potatoes, french beans, or stirred into tomato soup or any kind of soup.

Vegan Biryani

Biryani was originally a dish created for the Moghul emperors and was a very complicated affair. This is a simple variation and quick to cook. It's packed with aromatic spices and would make a great party dish.