Start Here: Simple Plant-Based Recipes for Newbies
Beans, peas, and quick proteins
Keep canned chickpeas, black beans, and lentils on hand for instant protein without soaking or stress. Add frozen edamame for quick bowls or salads. Tell us which beans you reach for when dinner must happen fast.
Grains that cook themselves
Stock quick-cooking couscous, rolled oats, and microwavable brown rice for reliably easy meals. Quinoa cooks in about fifteen minutes and delivers complete protein. What grain do you grab when time is tight and hunger is loud?
Breakfasts in Ten Minutes or Less
Overnight oats, two ways
Stir oats with plant milk and chia, then try peanut butter–banana or cocoa–cherry. Mix at night, grab in the morning. It’s creamy, budget-friendly, and endlessly customizable. Post your favorite add-ins for tomorrow’s bowl.
Toasty avocado mash with a twist
Mash avocado with lemon and chili flakes, then scatter smashed chickpeas or white beans for extra protein. Crunchy seeds add bite. It’s fast, filling, and beginner-proof. What toppings make your avocado toast irresistibly yours?
A smoothie that feels like dessert
Blend spinach, frozen banana, peanut butter, cocoa, and a splash of oat milk. Add oats for thickness and longer-lasting fullness. It’s chocolatey, nutrient-dense, and wildly simple. Tag us with your most photogenic glass.
One-Pan, One-Pot Lunches
Sauté chickpeas with taco spices and a spoon of tomato paste, then pile into warm tortillas with crunchy slaw. It’s flexible, fast, and satisfying. Subscribe to grab our seasoning mix and swap ideas.
One-Pan, One-Pot Lunches
Pour boiling water over couscous, fluff, then fold in canned beans, cucumber, lemon, and olive oil. Bright, simple, and ridiculously lunchable. Save extras for tomorrow’s box, and share your favorite crunchy add-ins.
Egg swaps you’ll actually use
For pancakes or quick bakes, try a flax egg, mashed banana, or store-bought replacer. They mix in easily and keep things tender. Comment with which swap rescued your brunch and why you loved it.
Creaminess without cream
Blend white beans with broth, stir silken tofu into soups, or whisk tahini into sauces. Each method adds body without heaviness. Which approach fits your style? Share your favorite creamy yet simple success.
Umami boosters for depth
A teaspoon of soy sauce, miso, tomato paste, or sautéed mushrooms can make quick meals taste slow-cooked. Add gradually and taste as you go. Which umami hero lives near your stove at all times?
Budget-Friendly Shopping and Prep
The cart that saves you time
Choose frozen vegetables, bulk grains, and store brands for big value. Plan three meals that share ingredients to reduce waste. What local deals do you love? Comment and help another beginner stretch their budget.
Weekend prep that pays off
Cook a pot of lentils, roast a tray of vegetables, and whisk a basic vinaigrette. Mix-and-match into bowls all week. Store components in jars. Share your Sunday prep playlist for kitchen motivation.
Batch it and freeze it
Double a soup or stew, cool, portion into containers, and label with the date. Future dinners: sorted. Freezing protects flavor and sanity. Join our newsletter for a simple freezer guide and reheating tips.
Sauces That Make Every Simple Recipe Shine
Lemon-garlic tahini in two minutes
Whisk tahini, lemon, grated garlic, and water until pourable. It brightens roasted vegetables, salads, and grain bowls. Kids often love it, too. Comment if you prefer extra lemon or a pinch of cumin.
Five-ingredient pesto, dairy-free
Blend basil or kale with walnuts, garlic, olive oil, and lemon or nutritional yeast. Toss with pasta, roasted potatoes, or sandwiches. It’s fresh, fast, and forgiving. Share your favorite greens for thrifty pesto.