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Vegetarian White Bean Chili in a bowl garnished with tortillas, jalapenos, avocado and sour cream.

Vegetarian White Bean Chili with 3 Beans

Packed with hearty pinto, navy, and black beans, along with vibrant salsa verde, aromatic cumin, zesty chili powder, and a kick of garlic and jalapeños, this Vegetarian White Bean Chili offers flavor and cozy with every spoonful. Frozen corn adds a bit of sweetness while masa harina flavors and thickens the chili to perfection. Make it vegetarian or vegan white bean chili.

Chana Dal Recipe with cauliflower, cashew and coconut milk in a Dutch oven ready to serve.

Chana Dal with Cauliflower and Coconut Milk

Chana Dal with Cauliflower and Coconut Milk is an Indian-inspired curry that comes together in about 50 minutes. It’s infused with spices like turmeric and cumin with fresh ginger and garlic. Creamy coconut milk and crunchy cashews tie all the flavors together.

Chana dal is smaller but similar in flavor to chickpeas, so if needed, they can be substituted with delicious results. Share with Basmati rice and/or naan to round out the meal. This recipe is vegetarian, vegan and easily gluten free.

Creamy and warm Black Eyed Pea Dip with Cream Cheese in a skillet garnished with fresh jalapenos, green onions, parsley and tortilla chips.

Warm Black-Eyed Pea Dip with Cream Cheese

Made with the convenience of canned black-eyed peas, creamy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, sour cream and a mix of aromatic veggies, it’s a breeze to whip up on the stovetop in about 25 minutes. You can make it ahead for ultimate easy!

Serve Warm Black Eyed Pea Dip with tortilla chips, sliced or pickled jalapenos, green onions and a few glugs of hot sauce for an extra flavor boost. This lucky black-eyed pea appetizer is perfect for entertaining or game-day snacking!

vegetarian and vegan ramen in a bowl with chop sticks pulling noodles out of the bowl, garnished with onions and sesame seeds with noodles being picked up with chop sticks.

20 Vegetarian Dinner Recipe Ideas with Fresh Mushrooms

If you enjoy recipes with mushrooms, you’re going to love this list of 20 vegetarian dinner recipe ideas with mushrooms. Mushrooms have an earthy, umami flavor, meaty texture and are easy to prepare.

From Thai-inspired fried rice, creamy mushroom pasta bolognese, and wild rice mushroom soup to delicious mushroom-spinach lasagna and pulled portobello BBQ sandwiches this list of mushroom dishes doesn’t skimp on flavor or interest. These mushroom dishes are vegetarian with vegan and gluten free options throughout.

Soup bowls full of cabbage and lentil soup with a slice of sourdough for dunking.

Mushroom and Cabbage Lentil Soup

Umami flavors come together in this cozy and hearty vegetarian Mushroom and Cabbage Lentil Soup Recipe. With about 25 minutes of hands-on time and a 45-minute slow simmer, dinner is on the table with little effort and plenty of time to whip up a salad. 

Two glasses of citrus ginger carrot smoothie on a table sprinkled with hemp hearts.

5 Minute Citrus Carrot Ginger Smoothie

For the coldest months of the year, add a little sunshine to your routine with a vibrant and delicious Citrus Carrot-Ginger Smoothie.

This plant-based smoothie recipe comes together in a high-speed blender in five minutes, featuring orange, lemon, carrots, banana, ginger, hemp hearts and a touch of turmeric (fresh or ground). It’s an easy way to start the day on a nourishing note! This recipe is vegetarian, vegan and gluten free.

Baked Lemon Shortbread Cookies on a sheet pan.

Crisp Lemon Shortbread Cookies

Not too sweet and not too sour with the warm scent of vanilla, these Lemon Shortbread Cookies are tender and crisp with just the right amount of fresh and bright lemon flavor. Mix and refrigerate so flavors have time to marry, then freeze the dough for later or cut with your favorite cookie cutter and bake. Share with friends and family for the holidays or anytime. This recipe is vegetarian and egg-free.

Vegetarian mushroom bolognese in a Dutch oven garnished with basil.

Mushroom Bolognese with Creamy Sauce (Vegetarian) 

A flavorful variation of the traditional meat-based recipe, this Vegetarian Mushroom Bolognese offers umami flavors and hearty texture. You’ll never miss the meat. The food processor handles the chopping, making prep a snap, so dinner is on the table in under an hour.

Creamy Mushroom Pasta Bolognese features earthy flavors from crimini and dried porcini mushrooms, enhanced by full-bodied garlic and red wine, while cream creates a silky texture. Its flavor is boosted with canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and Tamari for a bold finish. The creamy sauce easily clings to pasta, delivering comfort with every bite. This recipe is vegetarian, easily vegan and gluten free.

Overhead shot of a baked sourdough discard pizza.

Discarded Sourdough Pizza Dough

With step by step video guidance, my Sourdough Discard Pizza Dough is made with inactive starter for flavor and instant yeast for leavening. It features whole wheat flour for an earthy flavor and bread flour for an easy-to-shape dough and chewy texture. Make it same day or overnight.

Plain olive oil sourdough discard crackers on a sheet pan.

Sourdough Discard Crackers Recipe for Beginners

Make crisp and tasty homemade sourdough crackers using your sourdough discard (inactive starter). This simple recipe utilizes olive oil, sourdough discard, all purpose flour, and seasonings to create flavorful, and tender sourdough crackers delicious for scooping up dips, enjoying with cheese, soups, or as a snack. This recipe is vegetarian and vegan.

Close up of Roasted Garlic Rosemary Potatoes on a sheet pan.

Roasted Garlic Baby Potatoes with Rosemary

Enjoy these hearty and satisfying Oven Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Potatoes as a side dish, paired with your favorite mains. The potatoes are first parboiled on the stovetop, then roasted in the oven. Fresh garlic and rosemary are added at the end of roasting to add flavor but without the risk of burning. 

Roasted rosemary cashews in a serving bowl garnished with rosemary leaves.

Sweet and Spicy Maple-Roasted Rosemary Cashews

These rosemary-roasted cashews blend sweet and savory, with a subtle kick of spice. Roasted in the oven they become caramelized and delightfully crunchy. Just a touch of cayenne pepper adds interest and a hint of spice. The best part? You can make them in advance and freeze them for later.

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