Vegan
What Is Vegan Calamari? How to Make Tasty Squid Rings Without the Squid
When most of us see calamari on a restaurant menu, it’s unlikely we think of the sea creature it was made from. But the clue is actually right there in the name—in Italian, calamari directly translates to squid. In fact, every year, more than 2 million tons of squid and its cephalopod cousin, the cuttlefish, … [Read more…]
35 Vegan Candy Bars You Can Find Every Day of the Year
The world is full of vegan sweets, but candy bars are the new frontier. Brownies, cakes, and cookies that ship have somewhat eclipsed the evolution of chocolate-coated nougats and caramels, but right now, we are celebrating the novelty of the candy bar. From mainstream look-a-likes to completely unique confections, these 35 vegan candy bars will … [Read more…]
14 Healthier Vegan Halloween Treats That are Ghoulishly Good
It’s a real bummer when you’re stuck eating carrot sticks and hummus while constantly seeing images of vegan peanut butter cups and solid dark chocolate Halloween skulls. If you’re avoiding sugary treats and foods, don’t fret … there is what we like to call the “in-between treat.” It’s when we crave that dopamine response from … [Read more…]
Vegan Butternut Squash Salad With Dukkah
Not only is this salad from the Vegan Everything cookbook packed with nutrients from beta carotene-rich squash and whole grains, but it gets a huge bump in flavor from buttery, toasted nuts and a tangy lemon dressing. For the dukkah: ½ cup mixed raw nuts2 tablespoons sesame seeds2 tablespoons coriander seeds1 tablespoon cumin seeds½ teaspoon … [Read more…]
Vegan Slow Cooker Apple Pie Coconut Oatmeal
This easy and nutrient-ladened breakfast from the Plants First cookbook makes for a no-stress start to your day. To cook the oatmeal overnight so its ready when you wake up, set the slow cooker for 4 hours on low. It will turn off when done and be ready for you to enjoy when you wake … [Read more…]
These Are the Best Vegan Desserts, According to a Dietitian
Dessert is often portrayed as something that’s a little bit “naughty,” which implies it’s something we shouldn’t really be doing. But we’re here to tell you that is simply not true. For one, there’s nothing wrong with a treat here and there. But also, your much-loved after-dinner sweet can be delicious and nutritious at the … [Read more…]
The Health Benefits of Walnuts (Plus, Vegan Recipe Ideas!)
The walnut market is thriving. In fact, to keep up with demand, more than one billion pounds of walnuts were harvested in 2022, according to the California Walnut Board. They are particularly popular in the UK, where consumption has grown almost five-fold since 2011. But around the world, people really, really love walnuts. In fact, … [Read more…]
29 Vegan Businesses Backed By Celebrities Like Serena Williams, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Cameron Diaz
We feel indebted to celebrities. Not only do they provide us hours of entertainment and titillating gossip, they’ve also provided significant funding for our favorite vegan brands. In today’s economy, a solid investment can breathe new life into a fabulous product; without proper funding, even the best ideas can fail or never reach nationwide distribution. … [Read more…]
2024 Will Be the Most Vegan Year Yet According to These 2 Trend Predictors
As we inch closer to 2024, trend forecasts continue to point to plant-based eating as a cornerstone of the modern diet. While vegan burgers were a mega trend in recent years, plant-based seafood is now stepping into the spotlight as the trend to watch for 2024, according to reports released by both The Specialty Food … [Read more…]