Veggie Inspired

healthy plant based recipes for the whole family

Cold Cucumber Soup (Dairy Free, Gluten Free)

Cold Cucumber Soup – a cool and creamy, dairy free soup that’s perfect for summer. And it’s all made easily in a blender.

Two bowls of cold cucumber soup with silver metal spoons in them. A lime wedge lies nearby.

The kids might be going back to school this week, but we’ve got plenty of hot summer days ahead. Easy recipes to cool us down are still a must.

This Easy Watermelon Blender Juice is a favorite, as is this Tart Cherry Sparkling Lemonade.

As far as dinners go, we’ve been enjoying lots of this cucumber quinoa salad and these 15 minute burgers.

One of my favorites to reach for at lunchtime is this cool and creamy Cold Cucumber Soup. It’s so light and fresh – perfect for using up all of those garden cucumbers. It’s an excellent starter for a heartier meal, too.

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Tart Cherry Sparkling Lemonade (Dairy Free)

Closeup overhead view of a glass of Tart Cherry Sparkling Lemonade garnished with sugar on the rim and a twisted lime slice floating in the glass.

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RWKsinglefruit #CollectiveBias Tart Cherry Sparkling Lemonade – sweet, tart, and a little fizzy, this easy to make fruit juice drink is the perfect summer sip! We’ve had several weeks here in the Midwest with the temperatures in the…

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Summer Stew (Vegetable & White Bean Soup Recipe)

White Bean Soup recipe in a white bowl next to a white napkin with a wooden handled spoon. Loaf of sliced crunchy bread on the table behind next to another bowl of soup.

Summer Stew from Vegan Yack Attack On The Go – an easy vegetable and white bean soup recipe that uses the best of summer garden offerings. It all comes together in less than 30 minutes! Hearty and comforting, yet light and nutrient-packed, this Summer White Bean Soup recipe can be on your table in less…

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Easy Watermelon Juice – No Juicer Needed!

Two glass bottles of watermelon juice with straws and lemon wedges on top.

Easy Watermelon Juice – just three ingredients and quickly made in a blender! Super refreshing and hydrating. The perfect summer sip! One of my kids’ most favorite things about summer – watermelon! They can easily take down a whole one…a BIG one…in less than 2 days. We love eating it in triangles, in cubes, scooping…

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Vegan Quinoa Salad w/ Fresh Dill & Lime Vinaigrette

Overhead view of Vegan Quinoa Salad in a black bowl.

Healthy Vegan Quinoa Salad w/ Fresh Dill & Lime Vinaigrette – a light and refreshing, yet high protein salad that’s perfect for spring or summer. I’m all about easy salads for lunch and dinner in the summer. I even sometimes eat them for breakfast! Recipes that can be thrown together in a hurry with few…

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Poached Nectarines from The Plantpower Way: Italia

Close up overhead view of poached nectarines in red wine, topped with mint sprigs and cloves, in a cast iron skillet.

Poached Nectarines in red wine and spices from The Plantpower Way: Italia from Julie Piatt and Rich Roll. Elegant enough for entertaining, simple enough for a summer dessert any day of the week.  I’ve never been to Italy, but it’s on my bucket list. My husband and I always dream about how, once our kids…

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Falafel Burger w/ Cucumber Peanut Relish

Front view of a falafel burger on a pretzel bun with sliced tomatoes and cucumber peanut relish.

Falafel Burger – super easy and packed with flavor, this meatless burger is a creative dinner that can be on your table in under 30 minutes.  I’m all about quick and easy recipes that bring tons of flavor. These falafel burgers are made from ingredients you likely already have in your pantry and fridge. They…

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Mint Chocolate Chip Healthy Homemade Granola

Bowl of healthy homemade granola with chocolate chips, vanilla yogurt, and fresh sliced strawberries and mint leaves.

Mint Chocolate Chip Granola – healthy homemade granola with hints of vanilla and mint and studded with dairy free chocolate chips. With big crunchy clusters this gluten free and oil free granola is approved by adults and kids alike! This healthy homemade granola recipe is the ultimate in crunchiness. No fruit, no nuts, no seeds…

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Banana Bread Cake (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Square slice of banana bread cake toped with fresh banana slices and slivered almonds.

Gluten Free Banana Bread Cake – a delicious, fluffy, and easy way to use up those overripe bananas. Bonus: it’s gluten free and grain free thanks to banana flour! This Gluten Free Banana Bread Cake bakes up light, fluffy, and moist! It’s loaded with banana flavor and my kids went crazy for this on their…

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My name is Jenn. This is my blog where I share delicious plant based recipes for the whole family. I love to cook; I can read cookbooks like novels; and I enjoy experimenting in the kitchen by making standard American favorites healthier.

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