Need vegan breakfast ideas? Breakfast doesn’t have to be all eggs or yogurt! Whether you eat a fully plant based diet or want to cut dairy and meat out of your morning, we’ve compiled our most delicious vegan breakfast ideas for you! Most of these plant based recipes feature minimally processed foods like vegetables, plant based proteins and whole grains, like oatmeal and acai bowls. Of course, we’ve got a few waffles and pancakes in there too!...

Are you overwhelmed by what healthy food to cook but don’t know where to start? Alex and I were there too! Over the last 10 years, we’ve invested a huge amount of time and energy into a system of eating healthy that actually works. Since then, we’ve written the cookbook Pretty Simple Cooking, named one of the best healthy cookbooks of 2018 and best vegetarian cookbooks (with plenty of vegan options!...

Hungry for more vegetable soups? Try my cream of asparagus soup, cream of celery soup, and roasted cauliflower soup next. We love simple and creamy soup recipes in my house. Come the cold winter months, my easy potato soup recipe becomes a staple dish. Don’t let the short list of ingredients fool you–it never tastes bland. The careful balance of tender potatoes and cheese gives it a creamy texture, while the green onion adds much-needed aromatics....

And now, our top summer recipes to try this season! These ideas are great for any time in summer, as well as Memorial Day recipes, 4th of July recipes, and more. Vegetables like tomatoes, corn, zucchini, summer squash, green beans, eggplant, and cucumber Herbs like basil, thyme, dill, and mint Fruits like watermelon, peaches, strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. Summer dinner ideas like burgers, sandwiches, main dish salads, and more. Grilled foods like grilled salmon and grilled chicken, along with grilled vegetables....

Okay, so we know what you’re thinking: chili is about meat. But your chili cookoff this year, what about trying something a little different? Eating veggies is getting cool again. And chili without meat can be even more creative and delicious as as its meat-filled counterpart. Here at A Couple Cooks, Alex and I are not even vegetarian: we’re flexitarian. This means we eat a mostly plant based diet, but splurge on meat on occasion....

Love beef air fryer recipes? Try my air fryer meatballs, air fryer meatloaf, air fryer hamburgers, and air fryer steak recipe next. Friends, if you ever thought filet mignon was best left to the professionals, my recipe will convince you otherwise. By cooking filet mignon in the air fryer, you’re guaranteed a perfectly cooked cut of beef that’s tender, savory, and practically melts in your mouth. Each cut is topped with healthy portions of garlic butter, infusing every bite with garlicky goodness!...

Tandoori Chicken is one of my all-time favorite Indian classic dishes. I’d gladly enjoy it in any form – be it whole roast, salads, or this beautiful avocado tandoori chicken sandwich. So, what’s so special about this sandwich? Needless to say, the combo of tandoori spiced chicken and mashed avocado makes every bite delightful. It’s incredibly tasty that right now I’m obsessed with this amazingly delicious sandwich. Chicken marinated in spices and then oven baked is undoubtedly the star of this sandwich....

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If you’ve tried my oatmeal banana bread but want something quicker but just as delicious, my simple banana bars recipe is your answer. These bars are a spin on two of my favorite simple banana recipes: my banana bread cookies and oatmeal breakfast cookies. Instead of cookies, you get a thick, chewy, soft bar that is so satisfying! Why I love this recipe Healthy. I am not overselling the goodness of these bars....

Got a few extra dark bananas ripening in the fruit bowl? Try this Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe! These are pretty darn perfect, and we’re not quite sure how to describe the magic. Moist and sweet, they’re vanilla scented with just the right hint of cinnamon and pure sweetness from the banana. They’re studded with rich chocolate chips, then topped off with a glittering sprinkle of crunchy sugar. There’s a total “wow” factor, but the recipe is straightforward and simple....

Here’s a unique grain salad that you won’t be able to resist: try Barley Salad! To be fair, barley isn’t often the star in a salad; typically trendier grains like quinoa and farro rein supreme. But this whole grain is absolutely ideal: its chewy texture and nutty flavor are the perfect contrast to crunchy veggies, garlic, herbs, and lemon olive oil dressing. On first bite, we were both smitten…and a bit surprised, honestly: it’s weirdly delicious!...

As I write this, the sun is shining bright outside and the pretty spring blooms are dancing in the breeze. Honestly, I absolutely love warm sunny days, but the slight chill in the evening air is my current excuse to create more comforting meals for dinner. A few weeks ago, I shared the Indian style beef curry that’s perfect to warm your soul inside out. Today’s recipe is all about this beef korma curry featuring homemade korma paste as the base ingredient making this curry rich and flavorful....

There’s a margarita recipe for every flavor and rainbow color, and this new one has captured our hearts. Meet the Beet Margarita! This beautifully balanced cocktail pairs earthy beet juice with the zing of lime, citrus perfume of Triple Sec and the bite of tequila. The main reason to use this juice in a drink? The vivid crimson color it makes in the glass. Add a salt rim and it’s sublime....

Making a recipe that calls for allspice and don’t have it? Don’t worry, there are few options that are perfectly suited as a substitution. Allspice might sound like it’s a mix of spices, a blend like pumpkin spice or chai spices. But it’s actually a berry! The allspice berry is berry that grows on evergreen trees in Jamaica, Mexico and other tropical climates. Its flavor tastes like a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves....

Making a recipe that calls for coconut aminos and don’t have it? Coconut aminos is a common gluten-free and soy free substitute for soy sauce. It’s savory and salty, and made from the sap of the coconut palm. It doesn’t taste like coconut: it’s like a milder version of soy sauce that’s less salty. It has loads of umami (savory flavor), which is what soy sauce adds to recipes. Whether you’re working around an allergy or just can’t find it, here substitute ideas for this tasty ingredient....

Making a recipe that calls for fish sauce and don’t have it? Or, want to find a vegetarian or vegan fish sauce alternative? Fish sauce is a condiment made from fermented fish that’s used often in Southeast Asian cuisine, like the food of Thai, Cambodian, Laotian, Burma, and Vietnam. Fish sauce is used to bring umami (savory flavor) to recipes. It’s got a funky, tangy and salty flavor that’s hard to replace....

Frequently asked questions More recipes with lemon The lemon is one of our most used ingredients in the kitchen! Here are a few more tasty lemon recipes: Make a big pitcher for parties, or you can make it by the glass. Either way, you’ll be absolutely smitten! Here’s the best homemade lemonade recipe: and it’s quicker and easier than most methods, too. Lemons: You’ll need about 7 to 8 large lemons to make a full pitcher of 8 servings....

Love a good Manhattan? Here’s a sophisticated variation using a trendy new amaro. Try the Bitter Giuseppe, essentially a Cynar Manhattan! This modern classic features Cynar, a popular Italian liqueur with a bittersweet flavor. Using it in a Manhattan makes for an intriguing spin on the classic, with notes of bitter herbs, caramel, and toffee. It’s an impressive drink to serve to friends, but easy enough that you can whip up one as a nightcap on moments notice....

Here’s a fun summer salad recipe that we’ve been eating on repeat: Broccoli Cauliflower Salad! Crunchy broccoli and cauliflower are covered in a creamy zingy dressing, then paired with sundried tomatoes, toasted pine nuts and feta cheese. We recently brought this to a cookout and when someone said “Wow!” after the first bite, we knew it was a winner. It’s similar to that retro salad with cheddar cheese and bacon, but with a twist!...

Manchurian is basically a fusion dish originating from the Indo Chinese cuisine, and it’s all about veggies or meat tossed in delicious and simple Chinese sauces. The sauce brings in the vibrant color while the crispy veggies or meat adds a beautiful contrast to the lusciousness of the sauce.Cauliflower manchurian. Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in delicious vibrant spicy sauce. Even though cauliflower is the preferred vegetable in this recipe, you can substitute it with broccoli or paneer if you like....