Vegetarian

How to have a vegetarian Thanksgiving

Kortney Tenaglia — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 05:01:00 -0800

Whether it’s your first vegetarian Thanksgiving or you’re a meatless veteran, it’s always awkward to be the person at the table who can’t eat meat. Luckily, there are plenty of meat-free alternatives that will satisfy you on the big day. Whether you’re hosting or want to suggest a few alternatives as a guest, these are easy and delicious dishes for all vegetarians at the table.

Best apps for the iPhone: Apps for vegetarians

Kori Ellis — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:27:00 -0700

Whether you are a vegetarian or vegan , you'll love these iPhone apps. These apps offer wonderful vegetarian and vegan recipes, as well as information on where to buy local, fresh food, and how to find vegan and vegetarian restaurants near you.

4 Vegetarian cookbooks to inspire you

Katherine Martinelli — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0700

With more people cutting back on the amount of meat in their diet for a variety of reasons, we could all use a few more satisfying vegetarian recipes in our repertoire. Fortunately there's a new breed of vegetarian cookbook available that combines mouthwatering dishes with stunning photography.

Vegan vacations

Laura Carson Miller — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:00:00 -0700

If you’re a vegan -- you abstain from eating or using animal products -- you likely know where you can find vegan food and apparel. But when it comes time to take a vacation, are you up on all of your options?

The world’s most vegetarian-friendly travel destinations

Katherine Martinelli — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Being vegetarian can be a challenge when traveling, but it doesn’t have to be! Visit one of these veggie-friendly cities around the world and enjoy the breadth of that locale’s incredible – and meat-free – cuisine.

PETA wants Rachel McAdams to go vegetarian again

Meagan Morris — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:20:00 -0800

PETA is pushing actress Rachel McAdams to go back to her vegetarian lifestyle. How are they trying to sway her?

Gourmet gifts for the vegan and vegetarian

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:23:00 -0800

Did one of your closest friends just go vegetarian? Are your teens eating vegan as a way to support animal rights? Whether you’re a foodie and buy everyone gourmet gifts or you simply want to honor your loved ones’ dietary choices, buying Christmas gifts for vegans and vegetarians can be challenging. Fret not! Here are a few of our top gourmet vegan and vegetarian gift ideas.

Hollywood Goes Green: Natalie Portman

Laura Willard — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:00:00 -0700

Just when you didn’t think you could hear more about how “green” Hollywood is, we’re bringing you the Hollywood Goes Green series. Sure, we sometimes scratch our heads wondering how celebs who live in 20,000-square-foot homes, charter private jets and own 10 vacation compounds call themselves green because they drive a Prius. But as it turns out, being green means more than using less electricity and carpooling. Check out our weekly pick for the top green celebrities in Hollywood. This week, we focus on Natalie Portman.

10 Most "green" fruits and veggies

Christy Pogorelac — Fri, 06 May 2011 09:54:00 -0700

It’s not hard to believe that diet is one of the major contributors to an individual’s ecological footprint. There are plenty of factors that make an impact, like the amount of fuel that is burned to deliver fresh, exotic produce. Deciding to go green in what you eat can begin by simply increasing the amount of local, plant-based foods in your diet, as fruits and vegetables are generally lower-impact items when compared to animal-derived food items. However, not all fruits and veggies are equal in their eco-impact. The amount of pesticides, fertilizer, water and even energy to store produce should be factored in when determining just how green an item is . Taking these factors into account, try these 10 green fruits and vegetables:

Easy, healthy vegetarian dinners

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:58:00 -0700

Raising your family on a plant-based diet will not only boost their health, but it can even ensure you all live longer. Vegetarian recipes can be just as delicious and are often even easier to prepare than meat-heavy fare. Fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs from your garden or the farmers’ market make vegetarian meals even more tasty and nutritious. These three easy, healthy vegetarian recipes feature fresh produce, satisfying soy proteins, beans, and nuts along with filling whole grains for family-friendly dinners you can feel good about serving.

Vegetarian breakfast recipes

Michele Borboa, MS — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Superior to protein- and fat-laden meat-based breakfasts, vegetarian breakfasts featuring whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats will fuel your body and mind to power through a busy morning. Nutrient-dense and rich with satisfying flavor, these three vegetarian breakfast recipes are the perfect meat-free meals to start your day.

Top 10 tips for living longer and feeling younger

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 08:47:00 -0800

Living longer and feeling younger are probably two of the most common goals for adults everywhere. Since there are no magic age-erasers to stop or reverse the aging process just yet, it’s up to us to do what we can to slow down the clock. That may seem daunting, but there are some simple things we can do every day to lead longer, healthier lives and prevent premature aging.

5 Quick vegetarian dinner recipes

Kori Ellis — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 01:49:00 -0700

These vegetarian dinner recipes aren't just delicious, they are quick and easy to make as well. You can have these meals on the table in less than 30 minutes. Try one of these vegetarian recipes tonight!

iPhone food apps

Penny Carpenter — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 10:17:00 -0700

When you find yourself famished, just reach for your iPhone. You can find all kinds iPhone food apps available to solve practically any kind of food dilemma. Just push a button and let your iPhone food app do all of the work! There are iPhone food apps designed for every type of food dilemma, and most of them cost under $2.99.

Hearty meat-free meals for men

Diana De Cicco — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 08:52:00 -0700

Mention meat-free meals and most men think unsatisfying salads and “health-food” dishes based on tofu. You can, however, change a man’s meat-free perspective by feeding him hearty vegetarian meals that satisfy his hunger and don’t leave him pining for pork, beef or chicken. Here are few man-friendly meat-free meals.

Seafood and vegetarian recipes for Lent

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:36:00 -0800

If you are among the millions of people observing Lent - starting February 17 this year - and planning on meat-free Fridays, sink your teeth into these seafood and vegetarian recipes.

Comfort food vegan-style

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:41:00 -0800

Are you one of the millions of carnivores who can't imagine a meal without meat, believing that vegetarian or vegan dishes are far too restrictive and unsatisfying, especially when it comes to soul-nourishing comfort foods? Lauren Ulm, author of Vegan Yum Yum: Decadent Animal-Free Recipes for Entertaining and Every Day, has a surprise for you. In her book, the enthusiastic vegan not only proves that following a vegan diet is a simple endeavor, she shares over 100 vegan recipes that are satisfying, delicious and even impressively decadent. Here are a few of Ulm's favorite vegan products and three very comforting vegan recipes.

Vegetarian recipes for kids

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:35:00 -0800

Whether you are looking to follow a vegetarian diet as a family or aiming to incorporate more plant-based dishes into your family's meals, your kids are going to be your harshest critics. Getting kids to eat fruits and veggies can be challenging even alongside chicken fingers and meat-filled ravioli, but will prove near impossible if the vegetarian meals you serve aren't as captivating as they are delicious. The following vegetarian recipes offer a variety of tastes, textures and eye-catching colors that will at the very least pique your children's interest in eating their fruits and veggies.