Quinoa with Leeks & Shiitake Mushrooms

Quinoa with Leeks & Shiitake MushroomsThree Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional value.

Leeks and shiitake mushrooms team up to bring an earthy, complex flavor to this easy-yet-elegant quinoa dish. Serve it at your next dinner party to provide a vegan side that will wow and sustain all your guests.

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Parmesan-Thyme Mushrooms

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Mushrooms compete with meat for satiety, making them a brilliant choice for vegetarian main courses or sides to cut down on the meat on your plate. These particular mushrooms are bursting with flavor provided by fresh herbs, cheese, and a hint of wine. Tip: To make these a main course, reduce the number of servings.

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Gnocchi & Mushrooms

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This simple dish cooks up quickly for an easy weeknight vegetarian meal. Gnocchi can be found either with the fresh pasta, with dried pasta, or in the freezer section of your grocery store.

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Portobello Pot Roast

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If you can find vegan Worcestershire sauce, you can make this dish completely vegan. Packed with deep umami flavors, you’ll certainly find it a satisfying alternative to a meat-based roast, no matter how much you love beef.  

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Dairy-Free Fish Chowder

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Pureed potato makes this chowder creamy without the use of dairy. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal on a cool evening.  

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Lemon-Ginger Chicken

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This classic stir-fried chicken dish is an excellent introduction to techniques for producing a flavorful dish with aromatics that are just cooked enough to flavor the dish, tender meat, and crisp veggies.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Pistachio & Shallot

Roasted Bressels Sprouts with Pistachio and Cipollini OnionTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

This dish will win over even those who don’t think they like Brussels sprouts, and with a boost of protein from the pistachios, the leftovers makes a great snack…assuming there are any leftovers. Tip: For a little extra sweetness, sauté the shallots lightly in part of the olive oil before roasting them with the Brussels […]

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Red Bean Risotto

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The hands-on process for turning arborio rice into a creamy dish is entirely worth the work for the flavor and texture. Red beans and kale add visual texture and colorful appeal to make this a beautiful centerpiece for any vegetarian feast. Tip: For sweeter kale, wash it a second time after slicing to remove the bitter […]

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