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An overhead shot shows baked sesame tofu triangles garnished with sliced green onions.

Baked Sesame Seed Tofu Triangles with Gochujang

An overhead shot shows a hand dipping a crust of bread into a bowl of creamy vegan parsnip soup. The soup is garnished with parsnip chips.

Vegan Parsnip Soup with Apples & Curry Spices

An up close, overhead shot shows a Gochujang peanut sweet potato salad with green beans, red bell peppers, shredded cabbage, and chopped herbs. The roasted vegetables are piled on top of the cabbage on an oval platter and topped with peanut Gochujang dressing and sesame seeds.

Gochujang Peanut Sweet Potato Salad with Green Beans

An overhead shot shows a bowl of mango slaw noodles with shelled edamame and lots of chopped mint and basil.

Mango Slaw Noodles with Peanut Sauce, Edamame & Herbs

An up close, overhead shot shows a round ceramic dish filled with a roasted asparagus salad. The salad also features shelled edamame, snap peas, cucumber, fresh mint, and ginger lime dressing. The salad is dusted with finely chopped salted peanuts. A wooden serving spoon is tucked into the salad.

Roasted Asparagus Salad with Ginger Lime Dressing & Peanuts

An overhead shot shows a crunchy shredded snap peas and carrots salad with chunks of avocado on top. The salad is dressed with a sesame, lime and garlic dressing. Chopped cilantro, Thai basil, and toasted sesame seeds fleck the salad throughout.

Crunchy Snap Peas & Carrots Salad with Sesame Lime Dressing

An overhead shot shows a bowl of crispy air fryer tempeh, cooked snow peas, and white rice. The food is drizzled with a gochujang glaze and garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Crispy Air Fryer Tempeh with Gochujang Glaze & Snow Peas

An up close, overhead shot shows a caramelized fennel, tomato and butter bean skillet garnished with chopped parsley and walnuts. A serving spoon is sticking out of the pan.

Cherry Tomato & Butter Bean Skillet with Caramelized Fennel

An overhead shot shows an oval platter filled with watermelon salad that also features avocado, sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely crushed salted corn nuts. Fresh basil leaves garnish the top and a napkin plus wooden serving spoon are seen to the side.

Spicy Vegan Watermelon Salad with Corn Nuts and Basil

An overhead shot shows a bowl of creamy and crunchy dill pickle broccoli slaw with cabbage, broccoli, dill pickles, fresh dill, and a creamy dill pickle dressing. Wooden tongs are sticking out of the bowl.

Crunchy & Creamy Dill Pickle Broccoli Slaw

An overhead shot shows a bunch of vegan Gochujang noodles in a skillet with lots of sautéed chopped vegetables. The noodles are garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Quick Vegan Noodle Stir Fry with Gochujang Sauce

An up close, overhead shot shows a platter of roasted green beans and potatoes dressed with a lemony pesto sauce. The veggies are garnished with fresh basil and toasted pine nuts.

Fresh Green Beans & Baby Potatoes with Pesto

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About Laura Wright

I'm a vegan cookbook author, recipe developer, and I've been a food blogger for over 10 years. Here, you'll find seasonal vegan recipes, wholesome meals, and plenty of feel-good inspiration for a compassionate lifestyle. My hope is to always inspire and encourage anyone, at any level, to try plant-based cooking at home.

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