Hearty split peas and fragrant basmati rice are simmered up with fresh herbs and caramelized onions to create this cozy and flavorful Persian-inspired split pea soup. I know, the title for this one is a mouthful. I never know what to call ...
cilantro
Thai Lemongrass Soup
This refreshing Thai lemongrass soup is made with a light gingery broth, pan-fried tofu, cherry tomatoes and fresh cilantro. Alissa's note: I originally published this one back in December of 2014, and just updated the photos and recipe. That ...
Cuban-Inspired Black Beans and Rice with Collard Greens and Pan-Fried Plantains
Black beans are simmered up with cumin and lime, then served over rice with sweet pan-fried plantains to make this mouthwatering Cuban-inspired vegan meal. I'm a bit jealous of the newest generation of vegetarians. I think it's great and all ...
Cilantro Peanut Soba Noodles
Buckwheat noodles are cooked up with broccoli and tossed with a zesty cilantro and peanut butter dressing to make these easy and flavor-packed peanut soba noodles. Spicy peanut and cilantro sauce is the flavor combination that first sold me on ...
Red Curry Noodle Soup
This cozy red curry noodle soup is made with tender noodles, veggies and tofu, swimming in a spicy Thai coconut milk broth. I started the week with a curry recipe, and now here I am ending it with another curry. Don't be fooled though - the two ...
Spiced Afghan Pumpkin Stew
Juicy chunks of sugar pumpkin are simmered in tomato sauce with spices, then served over basmati rice with cashew cream to make this Afghan-inspired pumpkin stew! Things have changed quite a bit since I went vegetarian back in the early ...