Vegan recipes

Other dietary criteria:

• Nut-free
• Peanut-free
• Reduced fat
• Vegetarian

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   Avocado Salsa

   • In bowl, mix together avocado, tomato, onion, oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and jalapeño pepper (if using).
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   Baked Beans with Apples

   • A great source of protein, vitamins, minerals and fibre, beans are something we should include more of in our diet. However, some delicious bean...
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   Balsamic Grilled Vegetables

   • Grilled and lightly dressed summer vegetables are equally delicious served warm or at room temperature. Red or yellow peppers (or a combination)...
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   Barley Lentil Soup

   • Omit the yogurt for a vegan soup - a stellar warm-up on a chilly day.
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   Black Currant Gooseberry Jelly

   • Jostaberries are a gooseberry-black currant hybrid originating in Europe but now grown in western Canada. In order to duplicate their intense...
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   Blanched Broccolini

   • Discard bottom 1/4-inch (5 mm) stalks. Cover and cook in large pot of boiling salted water for 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and chill in cold water; drain...
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   Blanched Collard Greens

   • Discard tough stems and ribs; coarsely chop leaves. Cover and cook in large pot of boiling salted water for 8 to 12 minutes. Drain and chill in...
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   Blanched Kale

   • Discard tough stems and ribs; coarsely chop leaves. Cover and cook in large pot of boiling salted for 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and chill in cold...
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   Blanched Rapini

   • Discard bottom 1/4-inch (5 mm) stalks. Cover and cook in large pot of boiling salted water for 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and chill in cold water; drain...
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    Blanched Swiss Chard

    • Discard bottom 1 inch (2.5 cm) of stems; coarsely chop remaining stems and leaves. Cover and cook in large pot of boiling salted water for 2 to 4...
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    Braised Tofu Napa Nabe

    • Chop cabbage to make about 8 cups (2 L). Halve onion; cut into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick slices. Remove and discard mushroom stems; thickly slice caps....
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    Broccoli Amandine Stir-Fry

    • In large skillet, toast almonds over medium heat.; pour into bowl. Add vegetable oil to skillet. Stir-fry broccoli, garlic, salt and pepper...
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    Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup with Tofu

    • Serve with: Romaine salad and whole wheat bagels This makes a great last-minute soup using frozen vegetables. Look for tofu with calcium sulfate...
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    Brown Rice, Bean and Pepper Pilaf

    • This high-carbohydrate side dish has whole grain brown rice, which has a low-glycemic index (or is slow acting). It's also low in fat and includes...
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    Chestnut Tournedos on Hearty Autumn Greens

    • The tournedos, seasoned chestnut patties, are the specialty of chef de cuisine David Berggren. While they're worth every minute they take to make,...
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    Chickpea and Black Bean Salad

    • Canned beans are a must to have on hand for satisfying salads. For a vegetarian meal, serve with grilled portobello mushrooms and bread such as...
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    Chickpea Pita Salad

    • Grilled pitas add a bit of crunch to this end-of-summer salad. Divide it into two or three large portions for a refreshing vegetarian main meal.
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    Chickpea Ragout with Polenta

    • This easy, vegan dish is packed with protein and can be made in under 30 minutes.
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    Chickpea, Feta and Raisin Couscous

    • In small saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat; cook onion, garlic, salt, pepper, chickpeas, raisins and cumin stirring often, until...
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    Chocolate Soy Banana Smoothie

    • Craving something sweet? Instead of reaching for the usual cola, blend up a healthful smoothie. The nutritional benefits of soy and banana can help...
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    Citrus Mushroom and Tofu Soup

    • This clear soup is inspired by fragrant Thai soups. Use all lemon or all lime and garnish with thin slices of the fruit.
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    Cumin Carrot Tofu Patties

    • In nonstick skillet, heat 2 tsp (10 mL) of the oil over medium heat; cook onion, carrot, garlic, pinch of the cumin and cayenne, stirring...
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    Double Celery Soup

    • Using olive oil instead of butter makes this lovely light green purée vegan.
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    Five-Spice Tofu Stir-Fry

    • Chinese five-spice powder (a mixture of cinnamon, cloves, fennel, star anise and Szechuan peppercorns) is available in the spice section of the...
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    Four-Fruit Jewel Jam

    • The combination of tart and sweet fruit (some of which are pectin-rich, such as red currants) results in a naturally set jam.
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    Garlicky Steamed Broccoli

    • Cut broccoli into florets; peel and chop stalks. Set aside. In large skillet, vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry onion, garlic, salt and...
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    Gingered Sugar Snap Peas

    • This quick and simple side dish is perfect for busy nights.
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    Green Bean Salad with Dill Vinaigrette

    • A bright, citrusy dressing accented with dill gives a sweet-tart tang to green beans. Toasting the pine nuts makes their flavour richer.
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    Green Onion Couscous

    • In saucepan, bring  water and salt to boil. Stir in couscous and green onions. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for about 5 minutes or until...
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    Green Salsa

    • In bowl, mix together tomatillos, jalapeño pepper, onions, coriander, lime juice, sugar and salt.

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