These plant-based recipes are delicious ways to incorporate more heart-healthy meals into your routine.
Enjoy it with a warm baguette or steamed rice.
For pretty snap pea slices, cut them into long, thin strips.
Greg DuPree
Cumin and chipotle chile powder give these vegan burgers a Southwestern spin.
Using your hands to combine the mixture creates a soft, uniform texture.
Mix it up with different flavors of hummus and different types of vegetables depending on your mood.
Greg DuPree
They are so tasty no one will miss the meat or dairy.
Serve with whole-wheat naan to sop it all up.
Serve them on buns or stuff them in pitas.
Jacob Fox
We love peanuts for their inexpensive price and versatile flavor.
They’re also a great source of protein–1 ounce has 7 grams.
Falafel Burgers
Pureed chickpeas, seasoned with the characteristic flavors of falafel, make excellent veggie burgers.
No-Cook Black Bean Salad
A classic black bean salad is a must for picnics and potlucks.
This vegan version gets its creaminess from blended avocado.
But we prefer to keep things classic and simple with hummus, quinoa, avocado and loads of veggies!
Four-Bean & Pumpkin Chili
This healthy vegetarian chili has a fragrant touch of cinnamon for added flavor.
Let diners top it with whatever suits their taste.
To keep them vegan, top them with shredded cabbage, fresh pico de gallo and guacamole.
Jacob Fox
For vegetarians, add crumbled queso fresco.
