15 Plant-Based Recipes to Kickstart Your New Year

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Three tacos, with crispy tortillas on a baking dish topped with black bean, sweet potato, avocado and cilantro

Easy Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

When you’re craving something hearty, flavorful, and easy to make, these vegetarian tacos with sweet potato and black beans are the ultimate go-to recipe.

soup in bowls with vegetable broth carton in the back

Vegan Chickpea Noodle Soup

This Vegan Chickpea Noodle Soup is a plant-based take on the classic chicken noodle soup, offering the same cozy vibes but with wholesome, nutrient-packed ingredients like chickpea pasta, fresh vegetables, and hearty beans. Whether you’re detoxing post-holiday, seeking a meal to boost your immune system, or simply craving a bowl of comfort, this soup is for you.

Picking up spaghetti squash bites with serving tongs and dipping them in maple aoli

Elf Movie-Inspired Spaghetti Squash Bites with Maple Aioli

These Spaghetti Squash Bites capture the whimsy of the holiday season in a delicious, crispy bite, paired perfectly with a Maple Aioli dipping sauce for a hint of sweetness. They’re a crowd-pleaser and will be the talk of any holiday gathering.

Bowl of tomato soup with basil sprinkled on top and toasted bread in the bowl

Roasted Blender Tomato Soup

This roasted tomato soup is super easy and all it takes is a little time and a trust household blender! Get ready for soup season and try this recipe today!

Bowl of guacamole with chips, cherry tomatoes and a glass of water in the background

Easy Homemade Guacamole

Enjoy easy homemade guacamole for Cinco de Mayo or Taco Tuesday! Made with fresh ingredients, this recipe is quick, healthy, and delicious.

Black plate with sun-dried tomato hummus and pita bread in the background.

Easy Sun-dried Tomato & Garlic Hummus

Whip up this easy Sun-dried Tomato and Garlic Hummus using Trader Joe’s sun-dried tomatoes, garbanzo beans, and roasted garlic tahini.

Pouring a green smoothie into a glass with bowl of cereal in the background

Nutrient-Boosting Green Smoothie

A quick and customizable green smoothie recipe packed with key nutrients to have you feeling your best.

Salad with golden beets, avocado and grapefruit in a gray bowl on a wood counter.

Mixed Greens Salad with Avocado, Grapefruit, and Honey Balsamic

Enjoy a refreshing Mixed Greens Salad with Avocado, Grapefruit, and Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette. This nutrient-rich, citrusy salad is perfect!

Apple and butternut squash soup with fresh pepper and parsley on top and a slice of toasted bread

Apple Butternut Squash Soup

A quick and easy pressure cooker recipe, this Apple Butternut Squash Soup is packed with nutrients that will fill your house with a beautiful aroma in as little as 30 minutes. 

Rainbow carrots layered in a baking dish

Maple Roasted Carrots

Make these healthy Maple Roasted Carrots with a sweet maple glaze and rosemary, an easy side dish for any meal or holiday gathering

Bowl of lentils, tomato, basil and a creamy dill dressing

Simple Lentil Bowl with Tomato & Basil

Enjoy a simple and flavorful lentil bowl with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a creamy dill dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal!

Pumpkin flavored overnight oats in a jar on the table

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats 

Enjoy a cozy fall breakfast with these pumpkin pie overnight oats! Made with simple ingredients like oats, pumpkin puree, and almond milk, this healthy recipe is perfect for meal prep and busy mornings. Low-sugar, vegan, and full of flavor

Bowl filled with tomatoes, feta cheese, cucumbers, green bell pepper on stripped napkin

Santorini Salad

Explore the flavors of Greece with our Santorini Salad recipe! Learn about my unforgettable trip to Santorini, the cooking class where I discovered this vibrant dish, and how to make it at home. Perfect for a healthy, Mediterranean-inspired meal!

Basil Pesto Sandwich sliced and stacked on a black plate.

Toasted Sourdough Sandwich

This easy vegetarian sandwich recipe combines toasted sourdough, basil pesto, roasted peppers, zucchini, and tomato sauce for a flavorful and healthy lunch option.

Spinach salad on a long white plate with pears and pomegranates on top and a dressing container in the background.

Spinach and Pear Salad with Crispy Chickpeas and Cinnamon Maple Vinaigrette

Fall is my favorite season to embrace the cozy, to slow down, rest and reset after a busy summer. This Spinach and Pear Salad with Crispy Chickpeas and Cinnamon Maple Vinaigrette is the perfect way to enjoy seasonal flavors and provide your body with important nutrients.

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