Newly Vegan? 15 Recipes for You

Every other week, Gena Hamshaw of the blog Choosing Raw shares satisfying, flavorful recipes that also happen to be vegan.

Today: If you’re looking to add more vegan dishes to your diet in 2015, start here.

Vegan Carrot Bisque on Food52
Vegan Carrot Bisque on Food52

I don’t love New Year’s resolutions, especially those that involve the words “diet,” “detox,” or “cleanse.” But if the start of 2015 has you thinking about incorporating more meatless meals into your repertoire, then so much the better. This is a wonderful time of year to explore a plant-based diet, and see where small changes take you.

In my experience, it’s easiest and most enjoyable to explore veganism one recipe at a time. Fortunately, there’s a vegan recipe for everyone. Whether you love soups and stews, hearty casseroles, crispy kale salads, or a crunchy platter of seared tempeh, you won’t be disappointed in this round up of hearty — but healthy — favorites from The New Veganism.

Warm Kimchi Bowl with Spicy Broccoli and Sesame-Scallion Wild Rice

Kimchi Grain Bowl
Kimchi Grain Bowl

Lemon Tahini Dressing

Lemon Tahini Dressing
Lemon Tahini Dressing

Raw Buckwheat Breakfast Porridge

Raw Buckwheat Breakfast Porridge
Raw Buckwheat Breakfast Porridge

Tofu Breakfast Scramble

Tofu Breakfast Scramble
Tofu Breakfast Scramble

Vegan Pad Thai

Pad Thai
Pad Thai

Apricot, Date, and Cashew Snack Balls

Date Balls
Date Balls

Snow Pea, Cabbage, and Mizuna Salad with Marinated and Seared Tempeh

Wintery Mushroom, Kale, and Quinoa Enchiladas

Farro with Leeks and Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Yam and Peanut Stew with Kale

Hearty Kale Salad with Kabocha Squash, Pomegranate Seeds, and Toasted Hazelnuts

Raw Kale Salad with Lentils and Sweet Apricot Vinaigrette

Green Smoothie with Avocado

Tempeh and Sweet Potato Hash

Black Bean and Corn Burgers

Photos by James Ransom