Ratatouille is often served as a side dish, but for me, cooked like this, it’s the star of the show. Roasting the ingredients in one pan not only makes this a quick and easy dish to make but gives a depth of flavour that’s very rich and satisfying. Serving it with quinoa (complete in all […]
Specially for British Pie Week 2015 I rustled up this beauty again. You can add faux meat pieces if you like or stick with the mushrooms and try different varieties too. The rich flavourful gravy makes this a hearty crowd pleaser.Chantal x
“These muffins are really simple to make and you could add different fruits and flavourings to the basic recipe.”Chantal x
When butternut squash first became fashionable I just couldn’t understand what all the fuss was about – I didn’t really like its sweet taste. But knowing it was good for me (being extremely rich in vitamins and flavonoids etc) I persevered and devised this soup. I’m so glad I did because now it’s one of […]
I’ve topped my pancakes with lightly spiced peaches and oodles of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Yum!Tomi
These pancakes are something special. I love these things so much that in the week I developed the recipe I made them no fewer than four times!Emily *recipe first featured on Veganuary
Pancakes were my all-time favourite breakfast before I became Vegan – and they still are! It was a total revelation that you can make them egg-free and dairy-free. I think they are even more delicious!!Chantal x
“This is great as a starter or you can serve with corn on the cob and crusty homemade bread for a main meal.”VV
“Mexican food speaks to me in a way that nothing else does. It’s laid back and comfortable, fresh and flavourful, simple and satisfying. These tacos depend on my favourite flavour and texture combinations, with creamy lime guacamole, herby tomato salsa, rich and meaty lentils, stringy vegan cheese, and salty, crunchy taco shells.”Emily
“This pad thai is satisfying. And I mean SATISFYING. Thanks to its extra-filling combo of big, fat, starchy noodles, protein-packed tofu, and salty-fatty peanuts, it will sate even the most rabidly hungry person, vegan or not. (You can either marinate your own tofu or buy ready-made.)” Emily
“This recipe is delicious, nutrient dense and slices very well cold the next day for sandwiches too. Quantities are for a large loaf serving four generous roast dinner portions with leftovers.”Lucy
“These quantities make a huge one! Muchly yum” Lucy
“Not only are these falafels gluten free and vegan but they are filling, temptingly tasty and really nutritious.”Trinity
“If you’re looking for some last minute inspiration for the dinner table tomorrow then how about this medley of bright roasted veg. Nigerian-style no less, with yam and plantain and sweet potatoes thrown in for good measure.” Tomi
“…refreshing pineapple, crunchy peppers and earthy groundnut coated in a sticky-sweet sauce.”Tomi
“This can be made a day in advance and takes less than 30 minutes. It can be enjoyed hot or cold. Wonderful eating all year round.”Katy
“This is a perfect mid-week recipe that is easy to prepare- and the oven does all the hard work. It’s also cooked in one pot, so less washing up!”Katy
“This veggie korma includes my all-time favourite combination of veggies for curries. It’s quick and incredibly simple to make.”Sharon
“I make the tagine mild, so that it’s suitable for children, but once I’ve removed the kiddie portions, I add some harissa paste, North African spices or cayenne pepper to spice it up for the adults.”Sharon
“Packed with an array of colourful, crispy vegetables that need only a brief moment in the pan, stir fries can be prepared, cooked and served far quicker than it will take you to order and pick up a take away!”Sharon
“This dish was ready and on my plate in 20 minutes, how’s that for speed?!”Jasmine
“The coconut adds creaminess, while the lime and lemongrass add some tanginess to the sweet peas. We hope you will love this soup just as much as we do.”Michael & Julia
“…a chickpea flour and olive oil pancake baked in a large pan until golden and slightly crispy on the outside, seasoned with cracked black pepper and eaten with fingers, hot from the oven.”Michael & Julia
“This is the perfect recipe to make the night before as a packed lunch for work, and still tastes delicious cold from the fridge several days later.”Michael & Julia
“Suya is a popular street food in Nigeria – a shish kebab usually prepared using strips of skewered beef coated with suya spice (a.k.a. ‘yaji’) and oil, and then grilled over charcoal. It is normally sold wrapped in old newspaper and is a firm favourite among consumers across the nation. Various spice mixes exist; this […]
“Be warned: with its multiple layers, this sandwich is enormous and you’ll probably need to share it with someone. Enjoy!” Tomi
“…I always wondered why so much effort went into making mock versions of meat products. … but I’ve come to realise that there’s something fun about trying to re-appropriate long-standing dietary favourites that I once thought I couldn’t live without.” Tomi
“This is a hearty sandwich – famous in the US – made vegan by Vegan Vox!” VVx
“Mixed Beans with homemade Spicy Salsa, Lime Rice and Guacamole in a Soft Tortilla Wrap – great for lunch!” (p.s. you can make your own lime rice, guacamole & salsa or buy some pre-made.) VVx
“Super Quick Pitta Pizzas are easy to make, taste great and are a quick meal when you’ve had a long day at work. They are fun to make with children too and taste lovely.” VVx
My own favourite scramble and my go-to savoury breakfast dish is inspired by a visit to Wayward, a well-known vegan café in Seattle, Washington. Their herby Mediterranean-style tofu breakfast really stole my heart, and I’ve been making my own scramble like theirs ever since. This recipe makes a fragrant, protein-rich scramble that’s great with fresh […]
Fennel! It’s crunchy, sweet, and I can’t get enough of it. It’s the star of this salad, and works really well with its partners: celery, green lentils, and apple cider vinegar.Emily x
Is it me, or is avocado toast everywhere lately? It’s been a good while since my various news feeds haven’t had some variant of this dish on it: with smushed-up avocado, or sliced-up, or somewhere between smushed and sliced. Anyway, here’s my take on avocado toast. I like my avocados semi-smushed, on rye, with a […]
Made using up leftover Redwood turkey roast here but you could also use a pack of ‘cheatin chicken’ or indeed leave out the meat sub altogether – it’s the veg that makes it delicious anyway!Lucy x
The coconut and tomato in this recipe dance and twirl so delightfully through the cauliflower and chickpeas (garbanzo beans) to provide a lip-lickin’ nurturing meal. It’s simple (less is more in this case) and incredibly satiating. Enjoy…Trinity x
This is a thick, creamy, nutritious dish that serves delightfully well as part of a salad buffet. Like most vegetables, cauliflower is really good for you and an essential addition to a healthy diet. The thick tahini sauce complements it perfectly as a nutrient rich, protein dense, satiating and delicious addition to the plate.Trinity x
This kale wrap is exactly the sort of thing that I might have to give me a super nutrient boost (although, not forgetting that it makes an excellent every day salad too). Trinity x
I don’t normally like fruit in savoury dishes, pineapple on a pizza is a no no, but I need to push my taste boundaries and so I included a fruit in this dish. I was absolutely amazed with the results, I ended up making more dressing just so I could dip more plums into it! […]
The soup was as creamy as creamy can be, and was the easiest soup to make. I followed my theory of the “one” soup recipe, which uses one of each ingredient. You can never go wrong as everything you add is one of something. My Dad even remarked that this ‘soup’ was the best tasting […]
My favourite item in a picnic hamper without a doubt is a porcini and sweetcorn tofu quiche. The filling can either be used in a quiche or as a filling for a pasty, both taste so good.Jasmine x
This soup is so simple to make and you can make it while your bread is baking. You’ll have lunch on the table in no time. The best thing is, if you’re using a bread maker you can put your feet up with a cuppa while the lentils are cooking. The soup will easily feed […]
I love butternut squash; in risotto, pasta and especially soup. It roasts beautifully and blends like a dream to create a silken soup that is perfect for the summer-to-autumn transitional season. This dish is so easy to make, you don’t even have to peel and chop the butternut squash- simply bake it whole in it’s […]
It’s that time of the week again; I look inside my fridge and there’s very little left! So I rustled up some store cupboard ingredients and grated a lonely looking courgette to create these scrummy pea and courgette fritters. Within ten minutes, you can also create a smokey, fiery pan-chutney with juicy ripe tomatoes, flavoursome […]
For me, this is the perfect soup for Autumn Winter. It’s hearty, warming and filling. It’s also low prep and super cheap to make (even if you use quality organic ingredients!) We often serve it for Saturday lunch, but it also makes a great week day dinner, served with crusty seeded bread or warm garlic […]
This soup is sweet, silky smooth, warming and oh so yummy! For me, this is another soup that’s perfect for Autumn/Fall. The spice I used was Garam Masala, which gives the soup a gentle hint of Indian curry. Lil’ L loves it, so hopefully other children will too.
I’ve tried many vegan French Toast recipes over the years and have gradually adapted my go-to recipe. One thing I love about vegan cooking is that without heavy eggs and butter, flavours can shine and this French Toast has a sweet flavour of vanilla and cinnamon which contrasts well with a sharp compote.
These pancakes are fantastic if you’re trying to reduce your sugar intake. A wholesome way to start the day. The touch of cinnamon also creates a warm Christmassy aroma that fills the entire house.
…packed full of all the good stuff. Sugar-free and sweetened with 100% natural apple sauce and raisins, these will give you the energy you need to start the day off, without the mid-morning sugar-induced crash.
…the perfect, cooked, gluten-free, dairy-free morning meal. It leaves me feeling vibrant, light and alive as well as pleasantly nourished and satiated. It’s ideal for occasions where regular porridge would just be too heavy. Use fair trade organic quinoa and a good quality organic coconut milk for the best results.
If you enjoy porridge then this is a lovely super-easy alternative, and one you can eat cold.
You could argue that everything is portable but I don’t want to carry multiple items to and from work every day. My solution is homemade vegan muesli, which I transport in a nifty 2 pot stacker with vegan yoghurt. When I get to work I mix the two together and voila breakfast is served! As […]
Warmly spiced like your favourite cookies these pancakes are delicious!Any leftover pancakes can be stored in the fridge for up to three days. They make a great after-school or post-exercise snack! Gently heat through on the hob or in the microwave before serving.
These pancakes are delicious served with a sprinkling of nuts, ground linseed and a drizzle of natural syrup. Any leftover pancakes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Gently warm through in the microwave or on the hob before serving.