Plant-based Fresh and Foraged Recipes
The nights are getting longer and colder, and the snap of October brings the first of winter’s frosts. But before the dark and cold nights of winter take hold, we’ve got another stop to make- this one just as dark, but a whole lot more …
We’re heading into Fall, and one food that always get’s me in Autumn mood is cornbread. We’ve added a sweet and savory, foraged, vegan, healthier twist on ours though! Crumbly, sweet, with warming or curry spices, this pawpaw cornbread is delicious warm with vegan butter …
It’s Wednesday night, you’re home at 5:30 and eating dinner by 6- nothing boring, it’s arugula topped mushroom flatbreads. These flatbreads are crispy, with all the umami greatness of the mushrooms and garlic and onions. On top, a simple arugula salad, dressed with balsamic vinegar …
I found it sitting at the base of a large, old oak tree- dinner. Fall heralds the arrival of maitake mushrooms, also known as hen of the woods, and they’re one of the tastiest wild mushrooms you’ll ever try. They’re large, meaty, and filled with …
Soft, crusty bread with a flavorful, creamy sauce, crunchy cabbage, sharp pickles, and sweet and savory tomatoes lay the background for the real star of the show- deep fried shrimp of the woods. Because if you’re going to go through the effort of foraging, why …
For the past three days, my lunch has been flaky crackers, vegan cream cheese, and tomato jam. Not the most healthy meal, for sure, but I can’t help it. It’s so delicious! The secret is all in fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes and the perfect savory tomato …
If you’re looking to make a simple dinner with a bit of a wow factor, try these vegetarian (and vegan!) stuffed peppers. They’re filled with Israeli couscous salad, made with fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, lemon zest, fresh basil, and other herbs and spices. They’re individually …
Hello snackers- this one’s for you! These sesame blistered shishito peppers are fantastic snack food. Mildly spicy, flavorful, sesame, and salty, they are also healthy, quick to make, and super snackable. I like to think of them as edamame’s more interesting cousin- the one with …
As the hot days come to a close, I’m treasuring ever last warm moment with this heirloom tomato summer watermelon salad, complete with fresh herbs, spicy peppers, and crunchy cucumbers. The juicy red tomatoes and watermelon are savory and sweet, filled with juice, and complemented …
Something about tomato soup just can’t help but be comforting- it brings me back to childhood, when I ate it as a lunch along with a grilled cheese. This fresh tomato soup with crispy garlic toasts is actually a lot healthier than my childhood version, …