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]]>Baked Quinoa Black Bean Falafel
Falafel is a kind of fritter enjoyed in countries all over the Middle East. Traditionally, it’s made with a mixture of ground chickpeas and herbs and served inside pita bread with hummus and vegetables. This recipe puts a Latin American-inspired spin on things by replacing chickpeas with black beans and quinoa. Add a chipotle pepper in adobo sauce for a smoky, spicy kick.
Roasted Sweet Potato Hummus
Chickpeas, tahini, and olive oil are considered to be quintessential components of quality hummus, but sweet potato and cinnamon? Not so much. While there are many unusual varieties of store-bought hummus available today, this recipe keeps things simple with the addition of a few basic ingredients that work surprisingly well with their traditional counterparts.
Green Shakshuka
Shakshuka is a stew served all over North Africa and the Middle East. It’s traditionally prepared by poaching eggs inside a spicy sauce of peppers and tomatoes, which give it a rich, red color. This version replaces all of the red ingredients with bright green Brussels sprouts, zucchini, and baby spinach. The result is a hearty dish that’s sure to satisfy at breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
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]]>As the daughter of Indian immigrants, many of the recipes she develops are based on the dishes she ate growing up, reinvented for a plant-based audience. Her blog is one of our go-to sites whenever we’re in search of new fresh, flavor-packed recipes to try. Here are a few of our favorites.
Braised Indian Chickpea Stew
Hearty, warm, and filled with vegetables, this dish has something for everyone. It takes time to prepare and the ingredient list is a bit long, but trust us—it’s worth it.
Red Lentil Curry
We’ve made this dish more times than we can count. Packed with protein-rich red lentils and a blend of warm spices, it’s perfect served over rice or alongside her homemade naan recipe.
Vegan Palak Paneer
Who’d have guessed spinach could be so delicious? Vora substitutes paneer, an Indian cottage cheese, with tofu while retaining all of the intricate flavors of this traditional recipe.
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