Nutrients

The number one concern people raise when eating a plant-based diet is how they can get enough protein. The answer is that most animals get their protein from plants, and humans can too. In fact, plants are a great source of protein, from soybeans to peas, the mighty vegetable packs a punch when it comes to protein per gram. Read on to find out which plants deliver the most protein per ounce.

There's an often-overlooked source of calcium, iron and potassium lurking in your pantry: blackstrap molasses.

The healthiest foods to eat all contain fiber. It's an oft-overlooked macronutrient found only in plant foods that’s super functional for your body.

Chicago has one, as does LA, which has about two dozen. Northern California has six, and now Manhattan is getting its own Veggie Grill, meaning we can all now enjoy their fast-casual, cheap and cheerful, crowd-pleasing and totally delicious vegan or plant-based food, served the way you like it. Sure ...

RECIPE OF THE DAY: Coffee Chia Overnight Oats FROM: @vegamelon WHY WE LOVE IT: This make-ahead breakfast is super convenient to grab on the go. It’s the perfect way to energize your morning and it tastes delightful! TOTAL TIME: Prep: 5, Pass Time: 2 Hours TOTAL INGREDIENTS: 7 MAKE IT FOR: Your on-the-go breakfast. S...

FROM: @myveganminimalist  WHY WE LOVE IT: A traditional english breakfast is usually caloric, and high in sodium. This recipe is healthier and plant-based. TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 Minutes Cook: 35 Minutes TOTAL INGREDIENTS: 9 plus salt MAKE IT FOR: A comfort breakfast and a healthier version of an English vegan breakfast. ...

RECIPE OF THE DAY: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 THE DISH: Peanut Butter Chia Oatmeal With Avocado Chocolate Mousse FROM: @myoatmealstories  WHY WE LOVE IT: This delicious sweet treat provides  important nutrients like healthy fats, fiber, protein, and magnesium from cacao powder. TOTAL TIME: 15 minutes...

RECIPE OF THE DAY: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4 THE DISH: Vanilla and Almond Sheet Cake, With Fresh Peaches and Thyme FROM: @Natalie.naturally, http://nataliepenny.com/ WHY WE LOVE IT: This light yet moist cake is so simple to make and for seasonal traditions, add spices...

RECIPE OF THE DAY: MONDAY, OCTOBER 28 THE DISH: One Pot Pasta Puttanesca   FROM: Natalie Penny @natalie.naturally WHY WE LOVE IT: It only takes 25 minutes to make this delicious masterpiece and under 2 minutes to clean up. This popular Italian dish is full of flavor and is perfect to make for larger groups.  TOTA...

RECIPE OF THE DAY: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 THE DISH: Apple Oatmeal Breakfast Muffins (Vegan + Gluten-free) FROM: Hannah Sunderani, @twospoons.ca WHY WE LOVE IT: These vegan and gluten-free muffins are an easy grab and go breakfast or snack. With only 10 ingre...