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Kung Pao Sauce (Oil + Gluten-Free)

I love Chinese takeout as much as the next person, but the stir-fry sauces typically used in restaurant food is not something I want to be eating on the reg. Making my favorite dishes at home, saves major cash, and also lets you control the amount of additional salt, fat. etc. that makes its way […]

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Pretty in Pink Vegan Smoothie

John Hughes’s iconic rom com “Pretty in Pink” has been a longtime favorite of mine— the soundtrack, actors, and teenage angst is so relatable. Inspired by the colors of this movie, I made a classic and beautiful smoothie! With only 7 whole-food and filling ingredients, this Pretty in Pink Smoothie is cost-effective and filling. I […]

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Chocolate Protein Mug Cake

Time: 3 minutes Serves: 1 Ingredients: 2 tbsp flour 2 tbsp cocoa powder 2 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp @vegateam powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 4 tbsp coconut milk 1.5 tbsp coconut oil pinch of salt Direction: Mix dry ingredients (flour, cocoa, sugar, protein powder, baking soda, and salt) together in the microwavable mug using a […]

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Sweet and Spicy Enchiladas

When the weather is bitterly cold, warm and flavorful food is so comforting to come home to! I especially love making large dishes like chili or casserole bakes in the winter because they can easily be re-heated as leftovers that week or put in the freezer. These Sweet and Spicy Vegan Enchiladas are a variation […]

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Cashew-Based Queso

Time: 10 minutes   Serves: 3-5   Ingredients: 2 cups cashews (soaked for 2+ hours) 3 cups water or unsweetened dairy-free milk 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon paprika 1 cup nutritional yeast hot sauce (optional)   Directions: 1. Combine ingredients in a blender or food processor. 2. Pulse 2-3 times for approximately […]

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Protein-Packed Waffles

Time: 10 Serves: 6 (can easily be refrigerated or frozen for later) Ingredients: 2 cups almond milk 1 tablespoon flax seed 3 tablespoons water 1/2 cup French Vanilla Vega All-in-One protein powder 2 cups flour 1/2 banana, blended 1 tablespoon sugar or agave 2 tablespoon coconut oil Directions: Make an “egg” with by combining water […]

LIFESTYLE

Navigating College Meal Plans

Here’s a stereotype with some truth to it: in college, most people gain weight their first year. It’s not the end of the world, and could be due to stress, heavy alcohol consumption, or hormones. The steady diet of pizza, subs, and ice cream from the school’s dining hall also plays a role for many. […]

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Tofu Scramble

Time: 15 minutes Serves: 2 (or one very hungry person!) Ingredients: 1 block of firm silken tofu (12-14 oz.) 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric generous shake of nutritional yeast salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Heat oil or water, over a medium-hot pan. Gently mash tofu block to create a “scrambled egg” consistency. Chunks should be […]