Hey Reader, It's always good to know a few good key recipes. Not only are they usually easy to make, they can also be used to heighten other ingredients. Whether sides or mains, these recipes can make meal time easy! Easy Vegan Go-to Recipes Vegan Orzo Soup Cozy, flavorful, and hearty, this Vegan Orzo Soup is super easy to make in 30 minutes or less! It has a lemon chicken soup vibe and it’s packed with veggies, vegan protein, and SO MUCH FLAVOR you might not have leftovers. Vegan Creamy...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, We LOVE mug cakes around here. You can make it in just a few minutes and it's single serving so if you're trying not to over-indulge, it's the perfect dessert to make for yourself or a loved one. We've got flavors like brownie, matcha, cinnamon, strawberry, and more! Oh, and if you don't have a microwave, no worries! Use an oven safe mug or ramekin and you can easily make these in the oven as well (it's just faster in the microwave). Vegan Mug Cake Recipes Carrot Cake Mug Cake...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, Looking to increase the amount of protein in your meals? This email is for you then! In the 8 years we've been vegan, we've honestly never worried about protein. Non-vegans seem overly concerned with our protein intake, but even in a calorie deficit Liz can get plenty of protein. However, we have been hitting the gym pretty hard lately, looking to build muscle so we're increasing our protein by just a bit to get those gains! So if you're looking to increase the protein a bit,...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, Another great year has gone by. We've met a lot of great people and made a lot of delicious recipes. Hopefully next year will be even better for us and Zardyplants! To celebrate the end of a year, we like to make lots of vegan snacks and hors d'oeuvres. We have a lot of great recipes on ZardyPlants to make a great charcuterie board. We've even got a great article about how to make a great vegan charcuterie board, but you can also just pick and choose from the recipes below if you...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Whether you celebrate or not, it never hurts to have a few more recipes for sweet vegan treats! These vegan dessert recipes are fun and festive, perfect for sharing if that's your jam. Many of these are really easy to make too, so it shouldn't be hard to get everything you need to whip these up! Sweet Vegan Holiday Recipes *New!* Vegan White Chocolate Matcha Fudge Rich and delicious, this 3-ingredient Matcha Fudge is the perfect gift or dessert for any occasion. This white...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, With holiday gatherings happening now and Christmas right around the corner, it's time for some delicious and festive vegan food. We've got some super cozy veganized classics that will make those meals that much greater. (Look out for our holiday desserts email next!) Savory Vegan Holiday Recipes Vegan Seitan Ham Smoky, sweet, and satisfying yet healthy, this Vegan Ham is the perfect holiday centerpiece or family dinner. It’s moist, packed with flavor, has a great meaty texture...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Hannukkah 2025 starts December 14th this year! It's time to get the candles and find the menorah. It's also time to start planning out some vegan treats to serve! We're sending you some of our best recipes for this time of year. With lots of veganized Jewish classics, you'll have plenty of treats to celebrate with. Whether you celebrate or just want some great food for this time of year, you'll find amazing recipes below. And if you're looking for more recipes (or an easy gift),...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Air Fryer Pecans are the best way to make is decadent holiday treat. Candied pecans have never been faster! Just mix everything in a bowl and then add your coated pecans to an air fryer. They'll be done in 10 minutes or less. Air Fryer Pecans Enjoy! Liz and Paul
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, We're in the middle of a winter storm where we are... Yup, it's that time of year. We're supposed to get a foot of snow, eek. I am now feeling a strong need to make some cozy recipes to warm up with! So without further ado, here are my favorite cozy vegan recipes to make when I'm freezing and just want to live under the blankets. Protein Hot Chocolate Protein Hot Chocolate will be your favorite new way to get gains in Winter. With the right non-dairy milk and protein powder, this...
3 months ago • 1 min read