Roasted Lima Beans

Roasted Lima Beans

Roasted to perfection, these lima beans are paired with sweet caramelized onions and a touch of balsamic vinegar, creating a delicious and easy side dish.
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Preparation 10 minutes
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Equipment

  • aluminum foil
  • Baking sheet
  • Knife
  • oven
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 455 g lima beans, fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 red onion sliced into julienne
  • 2 tablespoons 30 g minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons 30 ml balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • In a bowl, toss together all the ingredients to coat.
  • Spread the mixture evenly on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the lima beans are tender and the onions are translucent and beginning to brown.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
A light red wine, such as Pinot Noir, will complement the sweetness of the roasted lima beans.

Nutrition values

Calories: 180 kcal | koolhydraten: 27 g | Eiwitten: 8 g | Vet: 8 g | Suiker: 4 g
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Roasted Garlic Steamed Broccoli

Roasted Garlic Steamed Broccoli

This dish combines roasted garlic with fresh broccoli for a savory, antioxidant-packed treat. Perfect for any occasion, it’s quick, easy, and nutritious.
Couverts4
Preparation 15 minutes
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Equipment

  • aluminum foil
  • Knife
  • oven
  • Steamer,

Ingredients

  • 20 cloves garlic peeled (about 2 full heads)
  • 6 tablespoons 90 ml extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • Sea salt to taste
  • 1 pound 455 g broccoli florets

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
  • Place the garlic cloves in the center of a 10-inch (25-cm) square piece of aluminum foil.
  • Add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of the olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  • Bring the corners of the foil to meet and twist together to form a closed pouch.
  • Bake the garlic for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, steam the broccoli to your desired tenderness.
  • Toss together the broccoli, roasted garlic, remaining 4 tablespoons (60 ml) olive oil, and sea salt to taste.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
A crisp, light white wine like Sauvignon Blanc would pair beautifully.

Nutrition values

Calories: 150 kcal | koolhydraten: 13 g | Eiwitten: 5 g | Vet: 11 g | Suiker: 2 g
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Chorizo, Cranberry, and Cornbread Stuffing

Chorizo, Cranberry, and Cornbread Stuffing

A festive twist on traditional stuffing, combining spicy chorizo, tart cranberries, and sweet cornbread, perfect for any holiday spread.
Couverts6
Preparation 15 minutes
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Equipment

  • 9-inch (23-cm) square baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 recipe Sweet Skillet Cornbread page 326
  • ½ cup 61 g dried cranberries
  • 12 ounces 340 g soy chorizo, casings removed, crumbled, or 2 recipes Seitan Chorizo Crumbles (page 209)
  • 1 cup 160 g diced yellow or red onion
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup 120 ml vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C, or gas mark 6).
  • Have ready a 9-inch (23-cm) square baking dish.
  • Crumble the cornbread into a mixing bowl.
  • Add the cranberries, soy chorizo, onion, and cayenne pepper.
  • Mix well with your hands.
  • Add the vegetable broth and toss to coat.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until the top begins to brown.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a medium-bodied red wine like Zinfandel or a dry rosé to complement the spicy chorizo and sweetness of the cranberries.

Nutrition values

Calories: 290 kcal | koolhydraten: 35 g | Eiwitten: 7 g | Vet: 15 g | Suiker: 8 g
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Course; Side Dish
Cuisine; American
Diets; Gluten-Free / Vegan

Greek Stuffing

Greek Stuffing

A Mediterranean-inspired twist on traditional stuffing, featuring seitan, wild rice, raisins, and a hint of cinnamon for a unique, flavorful dish.
Couverts10
Preparation 25 minutes
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Equipment

  • Large pan or wok
  • medium-size saucepan
  • Cooking spoon

Ingredients

  • cups 400 g uncooked wild rice blend
  • 2 cubes 9 g each vegetable bouillon or 1 tablespoon (6 g) powdered
  • ¼ cup 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • pounds 680 g seitan, diced or 1 recipe Basic Seitan Crumbles (page 210)
  • 2 cups 320 g diced yellow onion
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 teaspoons 9 g ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup 120 g golden raisins
  • ¼ cup 66 g tomato paste
  • 1 cup 120 g toasted pine nuts
  • 2 teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Prepare the rice according to the package directions, adding the bouillon cubes to the water.
  • In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of the olive oil and cook the seitan over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until browned and beginning to crisp.
  • Add 2 more tablespoons (30 ml) of olive oil to a large-size pan or wok and sauté the onion and garlic over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
  • Reduce the heat, add the seitan, cinnamon, raisins, tomato paste, pine nuts, salt, and pepper, mix well, and remove from the heat.
  • After the rice is fully cooked, add it to the sautéed ingredients along with the remaining 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil and combine.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a medium-bodied white like Chardonnay or a light red like Pinot Noir. The cinnamon and raisins will complement the subtle fruitiness of the wine.

Nutrition values

Calories: 330 kcal | koolhydraten: 45 g | Eiwitten: 18 g | Vet: 14 g | Suiker: 10 g
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Course; Side Dish
Cuisine; Mediterranean

Curried Apple Brussels Sprouts

Curried Apple Brussels Sprouts

This spicy and sweet curried apple Brussels sprouts dish combines savory flavors with a hint of sweetness and heat. Quick and easy, it’s the perfect side to complement any meal.
Couverts4
Preparation 10 minutes
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Equipment

  • Large-size saucepan
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Grater for garlic
  • Food processor (optional for slicing Brussels sprouts)

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup 56 g nondairy butter
  • 4 cloves garlic grated
  • 1 tablespoon 2 g dried sage
  • 2 teaspoons mild to medium curry powder store-bought or homemade (page 307)
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt plus extra for sprinkling
  • 2 Fuji or other tart apples cored, quartered, and shredded
  • ¼ cup 40 g chopped red onion
  • 1 pound 455 g Brussels sprouts, trimmed, cleaned, and thinly sliced in a food processor
  • Ground pepper or crushed chili pepper optional, to taste

Instructions

  • In a large-size saucepan, cook the butter, garlic, sage, curry powder, and 1 teaspoon salt over medium heat for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the apples and red onion, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the Brussels sprouts and cook for another 4 minutes, or until tender.
  • Sprinkle a little extra sea salt and pepper or chili pepper on the plates upon serving, if desired.
  • Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a dry Riesling or an off-dry Chardonnay to complement the curry and sweetness of the apples.

Nutrition values

Calories: 150 kcal | koolhydraten: 28 g | Eiwitten: 3 g | Vet: 7 g | Suiker: 12 g
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Roasted Butternut Squash with Fennel, Onion, and Garlic

Roasted Butternut Squash with Fennel, Onion, and Garlic

This roasted butternut squash, paired with caramelized onions, garlic, and fennel, delivers a savory, fragrant side dish with a touch of licorice flavor from fennel—an unexpected twist on classic roasted squash.
Couverts4
Preparation 10 minutes
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Equipment

  • Baking dish or baking sheet
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash peeled, cored, and cut into bite-size chunks
  • 2 yellow onions roughly chopped
  • 1 full head garlic cloves peeled and cut in half
  • 1 bulb fennel roughly chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
  • Toss together the squash, onion, garlic, and fennel in a shallow baking dish or on a baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
  • Bake for about 1 hour, or until fork-tender, tossing halfway through the cooking time.
  • Serve hot as a side dish.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a light, crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a dry Pinot Grigio to balance the sweetness of the roasted squash.

Nutrition values

Calories: 180 kcal | koolhydraten: 45 g | Eiwitten: 4 g | Vet: 5 g | Suiker: 8 g
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Cuisine; Fusion

Seitan Monte Cristo Reuben

Seitan Monte Cristo Reuben

This Seitan Monte Cristo Reuben blends the best of a classic Monte Cristo and a Reuben sandwich with crispy French toast-style bread, savory seitan, tangy sauerkraut, and a delightful sandwich spread.
Couverts4
Preparation 25 minutes
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Equipment

  • Shallow dish
  • Frying pan or cast-iron skillet
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Sandwich spread container (optional)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup 235 ml unsweetened soy or other nondairy milk
  • ¼ cup 31 g all-purpose flour
  • Pinch paprika
  • Pinch dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • 8 slices stale or firm sandwich bread
  • 1 pound 455 g seitan, cut into thin strips
  • 1 cup 240 g sauerkraut, drained
  • 1 red onion sliced into julienne
  • Favorite sandwich spread optional

Instructions

  • In a shallow dish, mix together the milk, flour, paprika, dill, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat about 2 tablespoons (30 ml) oil in a frying pan or cast-iron skillet over high heat.
  • Dip each slice of bread into the batter and panfry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy.
  • Repeat with the remaining slices of bread, adding oil as needed.
  • Once all bread slices are cooked, add a bit more oil to the pan and panfry the seitan strips with the sauerkraut and onion for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • To assemble: Place equal amounts of the seitan mixture on 4 slices of the fried bread.
  • Top each with the remaining 4 slices of bread to form sandwiches.
  • Serve with your favorite sandwich spread, if desired.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a crisp, dry Riesling or a light, sparkling wine for a refreshing contrast to the richness of the sandwich.

Nutrition values

Calories: 380 kcal | koolhydraten: 45 g | Eiwitten: 24 g | Vet: 18 g | Suiker: 3 g
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Veggie Tofu Bake with a Savory Crust

Veggie Tofu Bake with a Savory Crust

This Veggie Tofu Bake is a comforting, family-friendly dish that combines tofu with fresh veggies and a savory crust—perfect for those new to tofu!
Couverts8
Preparation 40 minutes
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Equipment

  • 9 × 13-inch (23 × 33-cm) baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Knife

Ingredients

For the tofu:

  • 20 ounces 570 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • ¼ cup 30 g nutritional yeast
  • ¼ cup 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup 32 g finely chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the veggies:

  • 8 ounces 227 g thinly sliced carrot coins
  • 8 ounces 227 g broccoli florets
  • 8 ounces 227 g green peas
  • 8 ounces 227 g yellow corn kernels
  • 8 ounces 227 g sliced water chestnuts
  • 2 tablespoons 15 g minced garlic
  • ¼ cup 60 ml soy sauce or tamari
  • ¼ cup 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
  • Grease a 9 × 13-inch (23 × 33-cm) baking dish and set aside.

For the tofu:

  • In a mixing bowl, crumble the tofu until it resembles ricotta cheese.
  • Add nutritional yeast, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Spread half of the tofu mixture evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pressing it down to form a crust.
  • Set the other half aside.

For the veggies:

  • In a large mixing bowl, toss together the sliced carrots, broccoli florets, green peas, corn, water chestnuts, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the veggie mixture evenly over the tofu base.
  • Top with the remaining tofu mixture, sprinkling it evenly on top of the veggies.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the carrots are tender.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a crisp, light Sauvignon Blanc or a smooth Chardonnay for a lovely contrast to the savory flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 220 kcal | koolhydraten: 22 g | Eiwitten: 16 g | Vet: 14 g | Suiker: 5 g
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Cuisine; Fusion

Grilled Ginger Lime Tofu

Grilled Ginger Lime Tofu

Fresh, zesty, and full of flavor—this Ginger Lime Tofu is perfect for grilling and pairs well with a variety of sides. Also works with tempeh or seitan!
Preparation 1 hour
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Equipment

  • Shallow dish or resealable plastic bag
  • Whisk
  • Grill or oven-safe baking dish
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup 60 ml lime juice
  • ¼ cup 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons 18 g finely grated fresh gingerroot
  • 2 tablespoons 30 ml soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
  • 12 to 15 ounces 340 g to 425 g extra-firm tofu, drained, pressed, and cut into 4 “steaks”

Instructions

  • Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, grated ginger, and soy sauce in a bowl.
  • Place tofu steaks in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
  • Pour marinade over the tofu and let marinate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight in the fridge.
  • After marinating, remove tofu from the marinade and set the marinade aside.

For grilling:

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Place tofu steaks on the grill and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden and slightly crispy.

For baking (if no grill):

  • Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C, or gas mark 8).
  • Place tofu and any reserved marinade in a glass, oven-safe baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered for 10–12 minutes, spooning extra marinade over tofu halfway through.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a crisp, citrusy Sauvignon Blanc or a light, refreshing Riesling.

Nutrition values

Calories: 250 kcal | koolhydraten: 12 g | Eiwitten: 18 g | Vet: 16 g | Suiker: 3 g
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Cuisine; Fusion

Tofu Marsala with Mushrooms and Wine

Tofu Marsala with Mushrooms and Wine

Savor the rich flavors of Tofu Marsala, featuring golden tofu steaks sautéed with mushrooms in a luscious Marsala wine sauce. A true gourmet experience!
Couverts4
Preparation 25 minutes
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Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet or large frying pan
  • Small bowl (for flour mixture)
  • spatula
  • Knife

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup 31 g all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for GF)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 20 ounces 570 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed, cut into 4 “steaks”
  • ¼ cup 56 g nondairy butter (or 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil)
  • 8 ounces 227 g button mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ cup 120 ml Marsala wine
  • ¼ cup 60 ml cooking sherry

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, and oregano.
  • Coat the tofu steaks in the flour mixture, ensuring all sides are covered.
  • Heat nondairy butter (or olive oil) in a large frying pan or cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the tofu steaks and sauté for 3–5 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Flip the tofu and cook for another 3–5 minutes.
  • Add sliced mushrooms, Marsala wine, and cooking sherry.
  • Cover the pan and cook for 10 minutes, turning the tofu halfway through.
  • Check occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Serve with your favorite side dish, like Sesame Garlic Wilted Kale.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine advice:
Pair with a glass of dry Marsala wine or a smooth Pinot Noir.

Nutrition values

Calories: 300 kcal | koolhydraten: 16 g | Eiwitten: 21 g | Vet: 18 g | Suiker: 3 g
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