Fun Vegetarian Salads That Pack a Protein Punch


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Protein-Filled Vegetarian Salad Recipes

I'm usually a salad girl for lunch, but I hate when I choose the wrong toppings and end up starving just a few hours later. Plus, an everyday salad routine can get a little boring. The solution: colorful, fun, all-vegetarian salads with high protein contents to keep me full. Here are five protein-filled salads that do just that! Sources: Flickr Users norwichnuts and jules:stonesoup; FitSugar Read more

6 Ways Vegetarians Can Be Economical


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Affordable Vegetarian Cooking

There's always the perception that being vegetarian is expensive, but that's not necessarily the case. Deborah Madison, the author of Vegetarian Cooking For Everyone and Vegetable Soups From Deborah Madison's Kitchen, says in general, "vegetables aren't that expensive compared to meat." Here are tips from Madison on a few ways vegetarians can save: Learn to cook and eat grains and legumes of Read more

Healthy Snack: Vegan Cucumber Tofu Rolls


Updated 02/08/12 7:59 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Cucumber Tofu Rolls Recipe

Tofu usually shows up as part of a full meal, but it also makes a delicious and satisfying snack. Prepare tofu ahead of time and store it in the fridge to whip up these protein-packed vegan cucumber tofu rolls in a matter of minutes. If you've never cooked with tofu, this is a great no-fail recipe to try out. Keep reading to learn how to make this savory tofu recipe. Read more

8 Meatless Meals to Warm You Up


Updated 02/06/12 4:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Winter Vegetarian Dinners

Super Bowl Sunday is the second biggest day of eating after Thanksgiving. And if you had as good of a time as I did yesterday, chances are you're looking for a little reprieve from all that decadent (and amazing) party food. The perfect way to lighten up your night? Going for a meat-free meal. Have no fear — we've got you covered with 10 vegetarian recipes that are sure to fill and warm you up. Read more

Make a Super Bowl of This Meatless Chili


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Easy Vegetarian Chili Recipe

Are you ready for some football? The Super Bowl is right around the corner, and we're cooking up some tasty chili to celebrate. Our chili is meat-free and flavored with a variety of spices — including cinnamon and nutmeg. Watch the video to see just how easy it is to whip up a pot of this chili! Click here for a printable version of this recipe. Read more

Killer App: Mushrooms Stuffed With Artichoke and Spinach Dip


Updated 02/08/12 11:04 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms

I'm always on the hunt for those perfect bite-size appetizers that are suitable for just about any party, even this weekend's Super Bowl. These button mushrooms stuffed with artichoke and spinach dip are just that; they only require a small cocktail napkin and are best served warm, but are even satisfying at room temperature. The earthy mushrooms are filled with a creamy vegetable mixture and Read more

The Perfect Guacamole Recipe For Super Bowl Sunday


Updated 02/08/12 3:07 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Easy Guacamole Recipe

If you're serving up a spread of your favorite Super Bowl favorites this Sunday, skip the store-bought guacamole and make your own instead. With just a few everyday ingredients and a totally simple technique, delicious guacamole is only minutes away. Watch our video now to see how easy it is — then print out the recipe and experiment with your own addictive bowl of guac. Read more

5 Reasons to Love Mushrooms


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Health Benefits of Mushrooms

Even though we're still in Winter mode, you deserve to do your body good with hearty recipes that won't break the calorie bank. It's time to give those buttons and shiitakes another chance. Learn more about the nutritional properties of mushrooms and try out these five savory, rich mushroom recipes that are sure to make you change your mind about them for good. Read more

20 Killer Vegetarian Appetizers


Updated 01/27/12 9:50 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 7 comments

Vegetarian Appetizers

With game day season in full swing, there are a multitude of reasons why it's time to dig deep and find some killer appetizers to pull out of your pocket. But this year, for various reasons (among them, health, budget, and more sustainable eating), there are sure to be at least a few partygoers who are passing on the poultry, meat, and seafood this year. Thankfully, we've got an array of Read more

Parmesan Twists: A Super Bowl Snack in 15 Minutes


Updated 02/05/12 4:50 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Parmesan Twists Recipe

If you're hosting or attending a football gathering, and you're in a crunch for time, turn to these ridiculously easy parmesan twists. Here, chef Meg Hall shows you how to turn little more than puff pastry, parmesan, and ingredients you've already got on hand into an mouthwatering finger food in under 15 minutes. Keep watching for a quick and simple vegetarian appetizer that's as fun to make as Read more