15 Vegan-Approved Ways to Enjoy Chocolate


Updated 02/22/12 4:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Vegan Chocolate Dessert Recipes

While giving up butter and milk is definitely an adjustment, vegans can still enjoy the splendors of chocolatey goodness as much as the next gal. Typically, any dark chocolate is usually vegan because it does not contain milk powder (this usually starts at 65 percent cocoa). The higher quality the chocolate, the higher the chance that it will have pure ingredients and no additives. All you've got Read more

Simple Side: Smoky Roasted Cauliflower


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Roasted Cauliflower With Smoked Paprika

If you're anything like me, then a dinner isn't complete without a salad and a side dish. While salads are easy enough, sometimes I get stuck when it comes to coming up with a fast and easy side. That's when I turn on the oven, reach for a seasonal vegetable, toss it in some oil and spices, then roast it to perfection. In this case the seasonal vegetable happend to be cauliflower and the spice, Read more

7 Vegan Pasta Recipes to Warm You Up


Updated 02/22/12 2:49 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Vegan Pasta Recipes

When I think of comforting Winter cuisine, the first thing that comes to my mind is a heaping helping of delicious pasta. If you're a vegetarian, you still get to partake in all of the cheesy goodness, but if you've taken on a vegan diet, it's a different story. Whether you're looking to lighten up your next meal or add a new comforting vegan dish to your cooking repertoire, these seven delicious Read more

Celebrate Mardi Gras With Vegan Jambalaya


Updated 02/21/12 2:40 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Vegan Jambalaya For Mardi Gras Recipe

In honor of Mardi Gras, make a lighter (yet still flavor-packed) vegan version of the New Orleans favorite, jambalaya. The Cajun Trinity (and mirepoix variant), sautéed onion, bell pepper, and celery, along with the Creole seasoning give this dish a certified Southern flavor, while the rice, vegetables, and broth thicken to create a rich, creamy texture. This dish does require a few hours to Read more

3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Cooking Tofu


Updated 02/21/12 2:25 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Cook With Tofu

If you haven't had properly cooked tofu, I can understand why you wouldn't be a fan of the sometimes squishy, flavorless, white chunks. Even if you're not a vegetarian, it's time for you to fall in love with this meat alternative, since it's an inexpensive, low-fat, and low-calorie way to get protein into your diet without adding cholesterol. 1. Tofu Doesn't Have to Be Soft, Squishy, and Read more

A Reader Recipe: Gluten-Free, Vegan Black Forest Brownies


Updated 02/18/12 3:45 AM · Posted by Fit Community · 0 comments

Gluten-Free Vegan Heart-Shaped Paleo Brownie Recipe

Valentine's Day may be over, but it's still American Heart Month. If you've got a sweet craving, you're in luck: FitSugar reader TheFitCookie recently shared this gluten-free, vegan brownie with us in our Healthy Recipe group. Here is a Valentine’s Day inspired variation of my Paleo brownies. These are gluten-free, Paleo- and vegan-friendly! I used heart-shaped muffin tins to make these Read more

Fuel Up: Highest Sources of Vegan Protein


Updated 02/18/12 4:21 PM · Posted by · 21 comments

Highest Sources of Vegan Protein

Whether you're dabbling with veganism or just looking for some plant-based proteins to add to your diet, roaming the supermarket aisles for the right protein source can feel overwhelming when you have no idea which products to buy. We've defined four plant-based proteins you should know about, how much protein they contain, and what product brands we seal with a stamp of Read more

A Reader Recipe: Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake


Updated 02/20/12 11:31 AM · Posted by Fit Community · 2 comments

Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Recipe

If you've got a cookie craving, you're in luck: FitSugar readers Pure2raw recently shared this gluten-free chocolate chip cookie cake with us in our Healthy Recipe group. Everyone loves cookie cake, right? We have a chocolate chip cookie cake that is not only gluten-free but egg- and dairy-free, too. It is full of flavor with a great soft, cakelike texture. Plus the three-ingredient coconut Read more

Healthy Snack: Vegan Cucumber Tofu Rolls


Updated 02/21/12 3:47 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Cucumber Tofu Rolls Recipe

Tofu usually shows up as part of a full meal, but it also makes a delicious and satisfying snack. Prepare tofu ahead of time and store it in the fridge to whip up these protein-packed vegan cucumber tofu rolls in a matter of minutes. If you've never cooked with tofu, this is a great no-fail recipe to try out. Keep reading to learn how to make this savory tofu recipe. Read more

Chocolate-Covered Strawberries in No Time at All


Updated 02/08/12 11:57 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Make Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

If there's one thing I could eat every day, it's chocolate and fruit. Chocolate-covered strawberries are one of those decadent desserts that people save for special, romantic occasions, but I don't really understand that. This technique for dipping your strawberries in melted chocolate is so simple, it can and should be enjoyed regularly. While many recipes tell you to melt chocolate and butter Read more