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All you need are a few healthy meal options to commit to eating healthier this year. That’s where the Food Monster App comes in. wW’ve dived deep into it to help you find 15 recipes, categorized into some of the more popular health choices. Whether you’re interested in eating paleo, raw, or gluten-free, we’ve got you covered!
1. Fresh Herb Walnut Pâté, Oil-Free
Making your own pâté might sound complicated, but the truth is that this fancy walnut pâté comes together very easily and the results are impressive. Next time you’re entertaining, or want to treat yourself to something extra special try this plant-based Herb Walnut Pâté! Serve this with vegetables, chips, and crackers for a stunning spread.
2. Veggie Protein Burritos, High Protein
These Protein-packed Veggie Burritos are the perfect make-and-freeze meal for quick, convenient lunches and dinners. They’re stuffed with quinoa and black beans, plus you can boost the protein content by throwing in tofu or meatless crumbles, so you can customize them to your favorite plant-based proteins.
3. Pumpkin Chickpea Enchiladas, Gluten-Free
This Mexican-inspired dish is all about corn tortillas stuffed with pumpkin and chickpeas (plus a roasted shallot), covered with a tomato and chipotle chili sauce, and baked until everything’s hot and the tortilla ends are nice and crispy. These Pumpkin Chickpea Enchiladas are also gluten free!
4. Smoky Tofu Bolognese, Gluten-Free
There’s nothing better than tucking into a warming bowl of delicious pasta, topped with a nourishing tomato sauce! This Smoky Tofu Bolognese is a new take on bolognese – with a smoky twist (from smoked paprika) and an addition of tofu. This is a protein packed, Italian classic made vegan!
5. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars, Gluten-Free
Vegan Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars are full of perfectly spiced pumpkin and loaded with chocolate chips. Healthy, gluten free and naturally sweet! All rich, fudgey, perfectly gooey, and they couldn’t be easier to make.
6. Caramel Apple Nice Cream Sundae, Low-Fat
In this decadent Caramel Apple Nice Cream Sundae, the apples are blended with the bananas for a fresh apple-flavored frozen dessert that is as yummy as it is unexpected. It’s then layered with warm homemade caramel sauce and chopped peanuts, for a delicious treat that tastes just like biting into a caramel apple. You could even make this a decadent breakfast by adding fresh chopped apples and homemade granola.
7. Potato Tacos With Brussels Sprouts Slaw and Quinoa Tortillas, Grain-Free
Homemade fluffy quinoa tortillas filled to the brim with soft white potatoes, black beans, and a fresh Brussels sprouts slaw. A perfect medley of fall-inspired and Mexican flavors! Taco Tuesday (or any other day) will never be the same again with the addition of these Potato Tacos!
8. Scalloped Sweet Potatoes in Cauliflower Sauce, Gluten-Free and Grain-Free
Rich, creamy, and oh so very comforting, these Scalloped Sweet Potatoes in Cauliflower Sauce are a delicious addition to any dinner. This healthy carb meal is composed of thinly sliced sweet potato layered in between a velvety and garlicky Alfredo-like sauce made with cauliflower and almond milk. After some time in the oven, the potatoes become tender and the thick sauce becomes golden brown on top. Sprinkle with parsley and pepper and serve steaming hot!
9. Easy Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole With Pecan Topping, Grain-Free
This paleo Easy Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole With Pecan Topping is the best side dish for any occasion, but especially during the winter months. Crisp and creamy combined into one delicious recipe!
10. Slow Cooker Rosemary Parsnip Mash, Grain-Free
This Rosemary Carrot Parsnip Mash makes a great crockpot alternative for those who eat vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, or paleo. The nutty flavor of the root vegetables mixed with the creamy almond milk and coconut cream creates a satisfying dish to add to any menu. This is an easy-to-make, comfort-food style dish that is perfect for any family party.
11. Asian Healthy Broccoli Salad, Gluten-Free
This crowd-pleasing Asian Healthy Broccoli Salad is a no-cook side dish that could also function as lunch or dinner. Drizzled on top of the fresh, crunchy broccoli is a creamy peanut sauce that adds the perfect amount of sweetness and salty flavor. That’s not all. The salad also has a underlying flavor of coconut, a tangy bite of fresh lime, salty notes of soy sauce, and the most perfect pow of spicy ginger and sriracha that warm your throat as you munch through crisp broccoli, water chestnuts, and crispy roasted peanuts. It’s quick, easy, gluten-free, and vegan with a paleo option!
12. Activated Buckwheat and Coconut Porridge With Blueberry Sauce, Raw
Soaking the buckwheat not only makes them easier to digest, but easier for the body to absorb the nutrients. This is a quick and easy raw Activated Buckwheat and Coconut Porridge With Blueberry Sauce that everyone can enjoy! Kick off your day in a healthy way with activated buckwheat and creamy coconut.
13. Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Soup, Raw
Have you tried raw Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Soup? Raw soups are a quick and easy way to get all the nutrients in. Heated to 110°F to preserve the vitamins, this soup is filled with sweet sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs.
14. Raw Beet-Sunflower Burgers, Raw
This nut-free Beet-Sunflower Seed Burger recipe is awesome. It’s seasonal, raw, and so savory! This kid-friendly raw recipe is perfect to prepare at home with the family.
15. Peanut Butter ‘Raw-eos’, Raw
A bit of a healthy twist on the world-famous Oreo biscuits. Introducing Peanut Butter “Raw-eos!” The combination of chocolate and peanut butter creates something sweet you can feel free to indulge in — guilt-free!
Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home
Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental well-being, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, and prostate cancer, and has many side effects.
For those of you interested in eating more plant-based we highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App — with over 20,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals, and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.
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