Recipes For Compassion

My Vegan Story

I thought vegans were snobs, even though I’d never met one. I was 18, living in the midwest, where I grew up on meat and potatoes. I heard about vegetarianism for awhile. I decided to try it just for kicks. Within a week, a piece of meat made it’s way into my mouth. Only this time…

Decadent Chocolate Mousse

Rich, chocolatey heaven. This veganized version of the classic French dessert makes a perfectly indulgent treat. Creamy, smooth, and mouth-watering. Not all chocolate chips are vegan so read your ingredients. Choose semi-sweet or sweet. If you only have bittersweet add some maple syrup (see notes). Everything can be made with plants! Here’s the printable, Pin-able recipe: Remember…

White Bean Dip

Your new favorite “hummus” that’s not hummus! White Beans (aka as Cannellini Beans), make an incredibly smooth and creamy dip. Dare I say it’s better than our beloved chickpeas? You decide… This delicious appetizer works great for a dinner party and pairs nicely with a glass of wine. It’s zesty, fresh, creamy, and cheesy. Here’s the printable, Pin-able…

Beyond Classic Meatballs and Spaghetti

I’m a proud shareholder of Beyond Meat! It’s the only stock I ever bought, but that’s how much I believe in this product. I normally don’t feature mock meat meals here on the blog, but I’m so impressed with Beyond that I had to share. Beyond Meat is both revolutionary and delicious. Fast food restaurants now…

Chickpea Buddha Bowl with Smoky Garlic Dressing

This bowl of plant powered fuel is super easy to whip up! I doubled the recipe for an easy meal to grab from the fridge throughout the week. Chickpeas are a powerhouse food. Aka garbanzo beans, one cup gives ya 15 grams of protein. They’re high in fiber and folate (great for pregnant mamas!) Chickpeas improve blood…

Fudge Tuffles

These are some of the yummiest truffles I make! Yet so simple. They’re rich, chocolatey, and perfectly sweet, with a hint of sea salt. All while staying surprisingly healthy. Sugar-free, oil-free, gluten-free, and vegan of course! Pecans are one of my all-time favorite nuts. The tender American tree nuts are rich and buttery tasting. Pecans are a great…

Creamy Artichoke Cauliflower Bake

A rich, cheesy, satisfying meal that leaves you feeling light and healthier for it. It tastes bright, warming, and mouth-watering. It’s surprisingly healthy, which I think is the Holy Grail for all dishes – it tastes super decadent, but is very low-fat, gluten-free, and oil-free. Cauliflower is a descendant of wild cabbage, believed to have…

Cucumber Rolls

These appetizer rolls are filled with an Italian-inspired seed paste. They’re actually really easy and super fun to make. They’re almost-raw, gluten-free, and oil-free. Gather ye earthy ingredients: Using a mandolin, you’ll slice the cucumbers like so: Adding the yummy filling, then roll em up: Friends, if you try this lovely recipe, let us know! Leave a…