Examples of Easy Vegan Recipes for Beginners
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Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!If you ever think about going vegan you may wonder what food do vegans eat? Unlike a decade ago today there are tons of vegan options and delicious meals. To give you an idea here is an example of easy vegan recipes for beginners!
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but it’s also a reminder of the flavor and aroma of that apples pack.
One of my favorite’s is a granny smith apple, for its extra crisp texture and tart flavor. There are so many varieties of apples you’ll be sure to find your favorite too.
Apples in general are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, folate and potassium-and they’re rich in cancer-fighting antioxidants. Plus, one medium apple contains just 80 calories.
Lets Begin – Examples of Easy Vegan Recipes for Beginners
Here’s one simple, delicious and zesty way to enjoy apples.
Apple Salsa
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Refrigeration time: 1/2 hour
Makes: 4 cups
- 2 cups Cameo or other apples, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup (1 large) Anaheim chili pepper, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Combine all ingredients in large bowl and mix well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
Tip: For a snack, serve with grilled tofu or use as a topping to make impressive and crunchy tortilla chips.Peanut Butter Quick
Simple Easy Example Snack Recipes for Vegan Beginners
Peanut butter (and now other nut butters) is a pantry for lots of households. And it’s time to think of peanut butter for more that the a humble (and yummy) sandwich. This beloved American icon is more than a spread destined to partner with jelly. Peanut is also a nutrient dense food that is easily overlooked for its simplicity. Incorporating peanut butter into a variety of dishes and snacks can help add important protein and nutrients to one’s diet.
So whether you a looking for simple vegan beginner recipes or want budget friendly and nutritious options then discover other ways to eat PB.
Peanut Butter Nutrition Why It’s Great for Vegan Recipes
One serving of peanut butter -; just two tablespoons -; provides eight grams of protein, two grams of fiber, 10 percent of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of vitamin E and 12 percent of the RDI of magnesium.
Additionally, the USDA’s new MyPyramid recognizes the importance of varying dietary protein sources. It suggests that peanut butter, or other nut butters, may a substitute for meat or poultry in meals. In addition to being a great filler, peanut butter is cholesterol free and contains zero grams of trans-fats per serving. It is a perfect example of a food to add into vegan recipes beginners) .
A walk down the grocery store aisle reveals a wide selection of peanut butters to meet different tastes and dietary needs. Creamy, crunchy or with a touch of honey. There are lots of peanut butter brands such as Smucker’s® and organic options. For optimal benefit it is important to pick a quality peanut butter. One that is free from sugar and fillers that is commonly found in commercial brands.
Next, think outside the sandwich and spread peanut butter on apple slices for a delicious snack. Or put a dollop in, and then stir into hot oatmeal. Peanut butter can also be the base of sauces that can turn plain noodles or tofu into a wonderfully exotic dish as in this recipe for Asian Noodles with Chili-Nut Sauce.
Asian Noodles with Chili Nut Sauce
- 3 tablespoons Natural Chunky Peanut
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1-2 tablespoons Chinese chili oil
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 (10 ounce) package Chinese
- wheat noodles or 1/2 pound
- pack whole wheat spaghetti, cooked according to package directions
- 4 green onions, sliced diagonally into 1/4 inch slices
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, chili oil, rice vinegar and brown sugar in a large bowl. Stir to blend well. Toss drained noodles with chili-nut sauce, onions and peppers. Cool noodles to room temperature. To serve, place noodles on serving platter, garnish with sesame seeds. For a variation, add 2 cups chopped firm tofu.
Quick and Simple Chickpea Salad
Served cold, this salad is refreshing. It’s terrific with grilled summer foods, such as organic portobello burgers or vegan style burgers.
Although this salad is delicious as a side dish, why not make it the centerpiece of the meal. This organic salad is high-protein, so you get plenty of mileage with this meal; you will not be hungry in just two hours!
It’s terrific served with hearty whole grain bread on the side, preferably organic and baked by a local baker, to sop up the vinaigrette.
Ingredients:
2 15 oz. cans organic chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
2 15 oz. cans organic artichoke hearts
4 large organic tomatoes2 15 oz. cans organic black-eyed peas
½ large organic onion
6 large fresh organic garlic cloves
¼ cup organic olive oil
½ cup organic balsamic vinegar
A few pinches of dried organic parsley
Fresh ground salt and pepper to taste
How to Make Easy Vegan Chickpea Salad
Another one of the examples vegan recipes for beginners and foodies is a protein packed salad. The chickpea salad is contains fiber rich chickpeas and black-eyed peas. In a bowl dump the peas into a large bowl. Then chop artichoke hearts (into eighths if they’re whole). And next chop tomatoes and dice onion; then add the artichokes, tomatoes and onion into bowl. Crush garlic cloves with garlic press and add to the luscious pile of goodies.
Whip olive oil and balsamic vinegar together in a smaller bowl, then pour over the mix. Then add a few generous pinches of parsley, plus salt and pepper to taste. Stir all the ingredients thoroughly with a large spoon. Then spread the ingredients evenly and add a your vinaigrette.
Adding Flavor to These Examples of Easy Vegan Recipes
You can increase the ratio of balsamic vinegar to olive oil if you like the vinaigrette to taste more tangy! And you can increase the overall amount of oil and vinegar if you want the salad to be more juicy.
You can also experiment with which type of vinegar flavor you like best. Red wine or raspberry balsamic vinegar taste great in this dish.
As for the fresh ground salt and pepper, you can either add them to the oil and vinegar mixture, just sprinkle them onto the ingredients before stirring, or both.
Adding fresh chopped basil–or any fresh organic herb you think would harmonize well with this dish–is also an option. You can also substitute organic scallions (green onions) for the diced onions, which also adds more color.
The trick to delicious recipes is to cook by your own taste, not necessarily by following the recipe verbatim. Besides, how fun would cooking be if you couldn’t sample the dishes while you’re creating them?
This dish, which serves 6 or more, also works great for summer pitch-ins, especially if you’re vegan. You can’t always count on non-dairy, high-protein dishes at such gatherings, but you can definitely depend on this hearty summer salad!
Easy Peasy Quick and Example of Vegan Recipes – Easy Vegan Wraps
Fast and easy, there is no reason not to go vegan when there are quick and simple vegan recipes for beginners like these vegan wraps.
- 4 tortilla wraps (use GF where necessary)
- 250g/1 packet pre-cooked grains or lentils
- 120g cherry tomatoes or 2 medium-sized tomatoes
- 1 tin black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small tin sweetcorn, drained and rinsed
- 150-200g marinated tofu (eg Cauldron or Taifun), diced
- 1 avocado
- 1 tbsp of runny tahini per wrap (or use vegan mayo or hummus)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Chilli sauce (eg Sriracha)
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make These Simple Vegan Wraps
Simply lay out the tortilla wrap and fill with a quarter of all of the ingredients. Then drizzle or spoon over the sauce of your choice and add salt and pepper if desired. Make sure you don’t make the wrap too full or it’ll be difficult to roll. Then fold up each end of the wrap, and tuck in each these. Simple yes, delicious you bet.
Concluding Examples of Easy Vegan Recipes for Beginners
Eating vegan food is easier than you think. Try the above vegan recipes and see what you think. If you want to eat vegan for health or for the love of animals , there is plenty of recipes and vegan products to change your life and for the love of animals (or whatever your reason) you can do it.
Eating vegan and vegetarian is easier than ever. There are tons of great recipes and ready made food items, that are simple, quick that everyone will love. Get started today!