Vegan

Lentils with Roasted Beets and Tomato

Back when I was a starving student, I came across a create-your-own salad bar. The salad I made on one particular day changed my life forever. So, I tried recreating it on my own and the rest is history. It is without a doubt the best salad I’ve ever had in my entire life.

It is estimated that more than half of the world’s population is sustained wholly or partially on rice. The grain has been cultivated in Asia for centuries. In several Asian languages the words for rice and food are the same. There are thousands of varieties of rice, but the original form of the grain is unknown. From Asia, it traveled to India, the Mediterranean basin and Europe, and finally Africa.

Andy Renard, Fermentation and Preservation Lead at Three Stone Hearth in Berkeley, California, told a group of parents and kids that “all my ferments sing to me,” through their bubbling and burping in the kitchen.

The first vegan butcher shop has opened in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and has become a popular stop in the area. It is an oxymoron because there are no animal products in the store, yet they sell bologna, ham, chicken and sausage -- all made with wheat gluten, yeast, soy and miso. Owners Aubrey and Kale Walch hand make these vegetable protein items in small batches to ensure freshness. Enjoyed by vegans, vegetarians and carnivores, the products taste like the real thing with the same texture as meat. They also sell deli meats and cheeses -- all vegan and tasty.

It’s blueberry season and the fields are bursting with juicy berries! Make the most of them with this simple muffin recipe that will melt in your mouth. The applesauce both substitutes for eggs and acts as a natural sweetener, reducing the overall amount of sugar. With the chewy exterior, slightly tart flavor and incredibly moist insides, these muffins make the perfect summer snack.

Makes 12 Muffins

Recipe:

½ cup vegan butter

½ cup sugar

The Fourth of July is upon us, and there’s nothing I love more than a traditional barbecue. While there are tons of vegetarian and vegan items to grill up, the barbecue sides are equally as important. That’s why this potato salad is the ticket to a delicious summer meal.

These Portobello mushroom “steaks” are meatless and can be used in a wide variety of dishes. Their versatility makes them great for experimenting with different combinations of spices and sauces, so feel free to put your own spin on it and try some new things!

Vegan desserts are one of the latest food fads for both vegans and non-vegans alike, as they offer a heart-healthy alternative to some seriously fatty cravings. This vegan chocolate mousse is not only sweet and flavorful, but it’s also very rich, which means you can simply have a couple spoonfuls to satisfy those sweet cravings without any added guilt.