These Easy Marinated and Grilled Portobello Mushrooms are the go-to vegan substitute for several grilled meats, steaks, and burgers. This simple recipe teaches you how to make them packed with umami flavor without using too many ingredients or putting in too much effort! These mushrooms are incredibly versatile; serve them on skewers, over rice, on a burger, and more.
When mashed and mixed with other flavors it creates a texture that is unmatched by beans or tofu alone. This Tempeh Black Bean Burgers With Dill Sauce is perfected by mixing black beans and tempeh and it’s baked, not fried. Pair with the homemade creamy dill sauce for the perfect flavor combo!
Love spicy food? You will love these High Protein Jalapeno Black Bean Burgers. Each patty is packed with beans, onions, and garlic, plus spicy brown mustard, Sriracha, and jalapeños. These burgers are also freezer-friendly, so you can make a big batch and just freeze them for a later date.
4. Spicy Fried ‘Chicken’ Sandwich
Crispy, crunchy, spicy, and reminiscent of something you would order in a fast food joint. The patty in these Spicy Fried “Chicken” Sandwiches is made from vital wheat gluten that has been cooked in vegan chicken broth, then dredged and fried in a spicy batter until crisp and golden. Serve this crispy patty with your favorite greens and a creamy sauce that’s addictively spicy.
Red, White, And Blue Desserts:
1. Blueberry Strawberry Banana Ice Cream Cake
This Blueberry Strawberry Banana Ice Cream Cake is one delicious dessert. It is creamy, sweet, fresh, tart, and colorful all at once. Actually, that has nothing to do with demons so never mind that. Plus, it is super easy to make (surprise, surprise) and can be eaten the same day you make it.
2. Rhubarb Dream Bars
This Rhubarb Dream Bar is made with rhubarb and aquafaba, the magical liquid from a can of chickpeas. It’s a meringue base, so the name is quite fitting because they are dreamy like clouds, baked atop a shortbread crust. Enjoy!
Festive Drinks:
1. Lychee and Kombucha Spritz
Sweet lychees mixed with fresh mint and sparkling kombucha- what a refreshing treat! Lychee is a unique summer fruit that is filled with antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin B, and folate. Plus kombucha is amazing for gut health and improving digestion. This Lychee and Kombucha Spritz is sure to hit the spot.
2. Watermelon Frosé
Frosé is the super trendy wine-based slushie that’s cold and refreshing! Put a fruity spin on the drink by adding in chunks of frozen watermelon to make it extra frosty. This recipe also adds coconut milk, lime juice, and raspberry purée.
3. Peach and Lemongrass Shrub
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