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Veggies Save The Day - Plant-Forward Vegan Recipes

By Amy Katz

Discover plant-forward vegan recipes with California roots and a splash of Mediterranean sunshine. Simple ingredients, seasonal favorites, and a place where ALL eaters are welcome.💙

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Bowl of zucchini and potato veggie stew.
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🍲 hearty veggie stew

Hi Reader, Even though I live in sunny Southern California, it gets cold in the evenings, so lately I've been making warming soups and stews almost every night. One of my favorites is Italian-inspired zucchini stew with potatoes. Zucchini seems to available at my local supermarkets year round now, so hopefully you can get it where you are too. This stew is easy to make on the stove and is loaded with veggies. It's perfect on its own or with some warm crusty bread for dipping. Get the recipe...

11 minutes ago • 1 min read
Green smoothie, tomato soup, mac and cheese, and Balela salad.

Hi Reader, January (aka Veganuary) is one of my favorite months because I see more and more people interested in learning to cook plant-based meals. Whether you’re looking to go vegan in the new year or simply want to try some new veggie-forward recipes, I’ve put together a collection of Vegan Veganuary Recipes for you to browse. If there’s something you’re looking for but don’t see, hit reply and let me know so I can work on adding it. Check out the Vegan Veganuary Recipes Love and Veggies, Amy

3 days ago • 1 min read
Quinoa salad with pomegranate and fresh herbs.

Hi Reader, Pomegranate season always feels a little fleeting, so I like to make the most of it while it lasts. Pomegranate quinoa salad features fluffy quinoa, fresh mint and parsley, and a tangy pomegranate dressing, plus plenty of juicy arils on top. It works as a satisfying main or a colorful side, and it's a great make-ahead option for busy days. Don’t let pomegranate season pass you by without trying this recipe. If you make it, I’d love to hear what you think, so please leave a comment...

5 days ago • 1 min read
Bowl of soup with star-shaped noodles.

Hi Reader, Did you have a favorite soup growing up that you always requested when you weren't feeling well? Mine was chicken and stars, but I always left the bits of chicken at the bottom of my bowl. 😄 So now when I make comforting homemade soup for sick days, it's got to be Chickenless Vegan Noodle Soup. It’s simple yet full of flavor thanks to fresh herbs and lemon. I like to make it with star-shaped stelline pasta for the nostalgia, but orzo and ditalini work too. If you make it, I’d love...

7 days ago • 1 min read
Amy holding a cut avocado like a heart.

Hi Reader, I appreciate the support you've given me this year by being part of the community and cooking my recipes. You may have seen all the AI slop flooding the internet lately, especially in AI overviews, Pinterest, and Facebook. I'll be honest, it's made creating recipes much harder than it used to be, and some days the future feels a little uncertain. But there’s a quick thing you can do that truly helps and only takes a few seconds. You can mark Veggies Save The Day as a preferred...

9 days ago • 1 min read
Platter of chickpea stir fry and bowl of rice.

Hi Reader, Merry Christmas and a belated Happy Hanukkah, if you celebrate! As someone who grew up going out for Chinese food on Christmas, I couldn’t resist sharing my Chickpea Stir Fry recipe with you today. It’s not authentic, of course, but it is incredibly flavorful and easy to make at home. Several readers have told me they like to double the sauce because it’s just that good. Get the recipe for Chickpea Stir Fry Love and Veggies, Amy

10 days ago • 1 min read
Platter of green beans topped with sauteed tomatoes and pine nuts.

Hi Reader, I know my sauteed green beans and mushrooms gets a lot of love this time of year. It's definitely earned its spot. But I have another green bean recipe that deserves a place on your holiday table too. Sauteed green beans and tomatoes with garlic and pine nuts is an Italian-inspired red and green skillet side. Tender-crisp green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh garlic, buttery pine nuts, and a squeeze of lemon all come together in about 15 minutes. It looks festive next to all...

12 days ago • 1 min read
Serving of Vegan Breakfast Casserole on a plate with a fork.

Hi Reader, Do you know what you’re making for breakfast on Christmas morning? One of my all-time favorites is tofu scramble tater tot casserole, a cozy crowd-pleaser layered with savory tofu scramble, colorful sauteed veggies, and golden crispy tater tots. It’s been a tradition in my house for years, and I love hearing from readers who’ve made it part of their holiday mornings, too. This dish always wins over guests (vegan and non-vegan alike), and the leftovers are even better the next day....

14 days ago • 1 min read
Bowl of Mediterranean lentil soup.

Hi Reader, When I am craving a cozy bowl of soup but don't want a long ingredient list, I go straight to this Mediterranean lentil soup. It's inspired by Greek fakes, uses mostly pantry staples, and gets its deep flavor from lentils and rich tomato paste. The best part is how you finish it. Right before serving, you drizzle each bowl with a little olive oil and red wine vinegar. Love the mix of flavors especially adding red wine vinegar at the end. Yum! -- Freddi Fun fact: In some parts of...

17 days ago • 1 min read
Kale salad with pomegranate, apples, and walnuts.

Hi Reader, Add some sparkle to your table this winter with my pomegranate kale salad. Massaged kale, juicy arils, crisp apples, and walnuts are tossed in a simple homemade pomegranate vinaigrette. It's lovely for weeknight dinners and holiday menus. Get the recipe for Pomegranate Kale Salad Love and Veggies, Amy P.S. The fresh pomegranate dressing makes any salad extra special, so you may want to make a double batch.

19 days ago • 1 min read