OUR VEGETARIAN BLOG
PROVENCAL FONDUE
A riff on the classic alpine favorite, this lightened-up fondue draws inspiration from southern France.YIELD: SERVES 6FONDUE1 tsp. olive oil1 small onion, finely diced (1 cup)1 pinch salt1½ cups peeled, diced tomatoes, or 1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes2 cloves garlic,…
MUSHROOM, CHEESE & VEGETABLE STRUDEL
Here’s a gorgeous option for holiday meals that everyone at the table will love. Whole-wheat phyllo dough lends a wholesome, nutty taste and golden color to the finished strudel.YIELD: SERVES 12FILLING1 Tbs. olive oil1 medium onion, chopped (1½ cups)1 medium red bell…
HUEVOS RANCHEROS ENCHILADAS
Thin egg crêpes replace tortillas in a high-protein version of a Mexican favorite. The recipe is great for brunch because everything can be assembled the day before, then baked just before serving.YIELD: SERVES 610 medium eggs½ cup chopped onion1 tsp. ground cumin1½…
GOAT CHEESE–ASPARAGUS CRUSTLESS QUICHE
For a pretty presentation, reserve a few asparagus tips to steam and use as a garnish for this quick supper dish. Fresh out of asparagus? Substitute broccoli florets—they’re also rich in folic acid.YIELD: SERVES 41 lb. asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths,…
EGGPLANT SHAKSHUKA
This version of shakshuka, a Middle Eastern poachedegg dish, adds eggplant and olives to the tomato sauce for a quick vegetable-stew base. Choose the freshest eggs possible for whites that will hold their shape and for more durable yolks.YIELD: SERVES 42 Tbs. olive…
CHEESE & MUSHROOM EGG NESTS
Omelet ingredients—eggs, cheese, mushrooms, and herbs—get a stylish makeover when baked in a “nest” of whole-grain bread. With hard-cooked yolks, the nests make wonderful take-along breakfasts that can be heated in the microwave at work.YIELD: SERVES 66 slices…
CARROT-RICOTTA QUICHE IN A PHYLLO CRUST
With phyllo dough on hand, a homemade quiche crust takes only a few minutes to assemble—no rolling pin necessary! Layers of phyllo are also much lower in fat and calories than a traditional quiche crust.YIELD: SERVES 65 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed2 large eggs1½…
BUTTERNUT SQUASH & GREENS KUKU
Kuku is an Iranian egg dish made with more greens than a frittata. It’s traditionally served in small squares warm or at room temperature.YIELD: SERVES 41 Tbs. olive oil, divided8 oz. butternut squash, cut into ½-inch cubes (2 cups)1 medium leek, thinly sliced1 5-oz….
BROCCOLI RAAB FRITTATA
Any type of broccoli can be used in this recipe, but we like the play of classic Italian flavors that slightly bitter broccoli raab brings to the dish. Extra egg whites keep the frittata light and lower in cholesterol.YIELD: SERVES 41 Tbs. olive oil1 large red onion,…
AQUAFABA MERINGUE
This basic meringue recipe can be used to make cookies and pie toppings. The liquid from any cooked beans can be used as aquafaba—just make sure it’s thick and has a viscosity similar to egg whites.MAKES 2 CUPS¾ cup aquafaba (liquid from 1 15-oz. can chickpeas or…
TEMPEH REUBENS
Thinly sliced tempeh simmered in a flavorful broth makes a great sandwich “meat” in this deli classic.YIELD: SERVES 8SEASONED TEMPEH¼ cup Bragg Liquid Aminos1 small onion, quartered2 cloves garlic, peeled1 bay leaf1 8-oz. pkg. tempeh, slicedTHOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING¼…
SWEET & SOUR BAKED TOFU SANDWICHES
Stuff marinated, baked tofu into a crusty roll with crunchy cabbage, refrigerate it, then grab it on your way out the door the next morning for an on-the-go version of a Vietnamese bahn mi sandwich.YIELD: SERVES 21½ Tbs. low-sodium soy sauce1½ Tbs. lime juice1 Tbs….