Lightly flavored with tahini, this basic hummus is creamy-smooth. For a more full-bodied flavor, increase the tahini up to 1 cup. Stir the tahini well right before measuring—it separates when it sits.YIELD: SERVES 163 cups cooked chickpeas, or 2 15-oz. cans chickpeas,...
VEGETABLE POT PIE
A lot of good things are tucked beneath the crust of this crowd-pleasing recipe.YIELD: SERVES 8FILLING2 cups diced potatoes1 cup sliced carrots3 Tbs. olive oil, divided16 oz. firm tofu, drained and cubed¼ cup plus 2 Tbs. tamari, divided½ tsp. granulated garlic,...
WARM SPICED LENTIL BOWL WITH YOGURT AND SMOKED ALMONDS
This hearty one-bowl meal comes together in under 30 minutes.YIELD: SERVES 42½ tsp. toasted sesame oil2½ tsp. whole cumin seeds1 medium carrot, chopped (⅓ cup)1 rib celery, chopped (¼ cup)1 medium leek, trimmed and chopped (white and light green parts)3 cups...
CHORIZO & PINTO BEAN TACOS
We love soy chorizo sausage because it adds spice and texture to recipes without a processed fake meat flavor. Here, it fills out a simple bean filling for homemade tacos that can be on the table in under 30 minutes.YIELD: SERVES 612 6-inch corn tortillas1 Tbs. canola...
CHICKPEA-STUFFED ZUCCHINI
A cheesy-crunchy topping makes this easy summer dish a kid favorite. Try it with other beans or lentils as well.YIELD: SERVES 44 large zucchini, halved lengthwise1 Tbs. olive oil1 medium onion, chopped (1½ cups)1 red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)1 cup cooked chickpeas3...
CHICKPEA CROQUETTES
Whole chickpeas give these sautéed croquettes (held together with chickpea flour!) a hearty texture. Garnish with crumbled vegan feta cheese, if desired.YIELD: SERVES 4TOPPING1 cucumber, sliced (1 cup)1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered2 green onions, chopped2 Tbs. lemon...
CANNELLINI AL GRATIN
This hearty, crumb-topped main dish is ideal for parties. It will serve six to eight people generously and still leave plenty to freeze in small portions for easy weeknight suppers. Using dried beans gives the dish superior texture and the beans a chance to soak up...
BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS WITH KIWI SALSA
Marinating onions in lime juice for just 15 minutes develops the flavors of a quick-stir fruit salsa. Taste the jalapeño before you add it to the salsa; fresh chiles can vary in heat and intensity.YIELD: SERVES 4½ cup chopped white onion, plus ⅓ cup minced white...
QUICK-BRAISED BROCCOLI WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES & GOAT CHEESE
This simple dish makes a satisfying weeknight supper when served over brown rice or quinoa. Sautéing the broccoli before steaming it helps caramelize its natural sugars and gives it a fuller, richer flavor. YIELD: SERVES 62 Tbs. pine nuts1½ Tbs. vegetable oil2 large...
GINGER-GARLIC MARINATED ASPARAGUS
Here, an Asian-inspired marinade brings a balance of sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy to blanched asparagus.YIELD: SERVES 43 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari⅓ cup rice vinegar3 Tbs. vegetable oil3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)2 Tbs....