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Vegan Lunches You Can Take to Work
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25 Vegan Lunches You Can Take to Work

Whether you follow the "vegan before 6 p.m."
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Whether you follow the "vegan before 6 p.m." routine or you're animal-free through and through, it seems like more and more of us have tried a vegan diet. While going vegan may take a bit more thought and effort than an unrestricted diet, with a little preplanning — like checking ingredients in store-bought breads and stocking up on vegan pantry essentials — you can still enjoy delicious, exciting meals no matter what time of day. To start your workweek, we've found 25 tasty and creative vegan lunches that are perfect for brown-bagging to work. Click through for the recipes!

Cold Soba Salad With Ginger Peanut Dressing Avocado and "Goat Cheese" Sandwich Cumin-Spiced Lentil and Quinoa Stew Cauliflower "Rice" Stir-Fry Mediterranean Pita Pizzas Asparagus Quinoa Salad Vegan Chickpea Curry
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Vegan Easter Chocolate
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7 Festive Easter Chocolates For Vegans

Spring is in full bloom, and Easter is just around the corner.
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Spring is in full bloom, and Easter is just around the corner. If you've taken on a vegan diet, there's no need to feel nostalgic about chocolate bunny memories from the past. Generally, if you choose chocolate that is at least 65 percent cocoa, you're in the clear. Get hopping as you click through all of the vegan Easter chocolatey goodness.

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Vegan Apple Pie Milkshake Recipe
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Healthy Indulgence: Vegan Apple Pie Milkshake

Apple season has finally arrived!
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Apple season has finally arrived! And with it comes a bevy of apple-rich desserts. If you're hankering for a slice of apple pie à la mode, but don't do well with lactose, try this dairy-free variation of the classic dish. The founders of the LA-based vegan cooking school Spork Foods gave apple pie à la mode a makeover and created a (non)milk shake. This dairy-free version is cholesterol-free, cooling, and tasty. Get your blender ready to rock this frozen treat.

Healthy No-Bake Dessert Recipes
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Keep Cool This Summer: Healthy No-Bake Desserts

The last thing I want to do on a hot Summer day is bake — cranking on the oven when it's already hot out sounds so unappealing.
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Chilled Vegan Double Chocolate Torte

The last thing I want to do on a hot Summer day is bake — cranking on the oven when it's already hot out sounds so unappealing. That's where no-bake desserts come in; they easily satisfy a sweet tooth, no oven required. And, because there's no baking involved, they usually take minutes to make and omit the need for overly processed ingredients. Whether you follow a raw, vegan, or gluten-free diet, one of these desserts will surely satisfy. And many of these treats are healthy to boot!

Chocolate Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies Apricot Balls Raw Vegan Fudge Brownies Frozen Nutty Banana Nibbler Chilled Vegan Double Chocolate Torte Smudgies Strawberry Banana Creams
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Vegan No-Bake Nut Cookie Recipes
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Forget the Oven! Nutty Vegan No-Bake Treats

With most of the country experiencing 80 and 90-degree temps, it would be a crime to turn on the oven.
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With most of the country experiencing 80 and 90-degree temps, it would be a crime to turn on the oven. So what's a sweet tooth to do? Here are three nutty no-bake vegan desserts you can whip up in your kitchen without getting hot and bothered.

Almond Butter Apricot Bites
Made with raw almonds, raisins, dried apricots, unsweetened shredded coconut, and cinnamon, these squares are chewy, sweet, and only 59 calories per serving.

Keep reading for two more vegan no-bake treats you won't be able to resist.

Vegan Ice Cream Recipes
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Veg Out: Dairy-Free and Delish Ice Cream Recipes

Sunny weather and ice cream sundaes are a match made in summertime heaven.
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Sunny weather and ice cream sundaes are a match made in summertime heaven. And just because you're part of the dairy-free bunch doesn't mean you can't enjoy one of the most iconic Summer treats. Click through for all the sweet-colored treats that will have you screaming, "I can't believe it's not dairy!"

Summer Sorbet Sweet Strawberry Ice Cream Persian Ice Cream Peppermint Chocolate Chip PB Chocolate Blizzard Chocolate Banana Soft Serve Avocado Brownie Sundae
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Vegan Tomato and Chickpea Soup Recipe
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A Reader Recipe: Tomato and Chickpea Soup

FitSugar reader ambitiouskitchen shared a colorful recipe for vegan tomato and chickpea soup in our Healthy Recipe group.
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FitSugar reader ambitiouskitchen shared a colorful recipe for vegan tomato and chickpea soup in our Healthy Recipe group.

This vegan soup is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. It's great served warm or cold! I added sweet potatoes to mine, for a sweet and savory soup, but feel free to mix and match ingredients as you choose.

Get the whole recipe at her beautiful blog. Be sure to share your own recipes in our Healthy Recipe group!

Curry Quinoa Burger Recipe
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A Reader Recipe: Curry Quinoa Burgers

FitSugar reader be-healthful shared this delicious-looking recipe for a creative curried spin on veggie burgers in the Healthy Recipe group.
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FitSugar reader be-healthful shared this delicious-looking recipe for a creative curried spin on veggie burgers in the Healthy Recipe group.


Biryani-inspired quinoa burgers with dried currants, curry leaves, and sunflower seeds with a gluten-free, yeast-free burger bun.

Learn how to make the recipe at her beautiful blog, Healthful Pursuit. And don't forget to share your own recipes in our Healthy Recipe group!

Vegan Tuna Salad Recipe
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A Reader Recipe: Vegan "Tuna" Salad

FitSugar reader be-healthful shared this raw "tuna" salad recipe in the Healthy Recipe group.
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FitSugar reader be-healthful shared this raw "tuna" salad recipe in the Healthy Recipe group.


This vegan tuna salad is made with sunflower seeds and dulse making it high in zinc, enzymes and protein!

Learn how to make the recipe at her beautiful blog, Healthful Pursuit. And don't forget to share your own recipes in our Healthy Recipe group!

Calories in Vegan and Gluten-Free Veggie Burgers
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Meatless Grilling: Guide to Veggie Burgers

All veggie burgers are not created equal.
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All veggie burgers are not created equal. Although they have being meat-free in common, veggie burgers can be made of just about anything. Depending on your dietary needs, you may want to choose one that's completely vegan or one made without soy, so check out the list below to see which veggie patty you should grill up for your next barbecue.

Vegetarian: These patties are made with mostly veggies, grains, and legumes, and do contain eggs and/or dairy

1 Patty Calories Fat (g) Cholesterol (mg) Sodium (mg) Carbs (g) Fiber (g) Sugar (g) Protein (g)
Boca Grilled Vegetable 80 1 0 300 7 4 1 12
Dr. Praeger's Meatless All American Burger 130 4 0 350 9 9 9 15
Gardenburger Portabella 100 2.5 0 490 17 5 1 4

Vegan: These are made without eggs or dairy, but may contain soy or gluten

1 Patty Calories Fat (g) Cholesterol (mg) Sodium (mg) Carbs (g) Fiber (g) Sugar (g) Protein (g)
Gardenburger Veggie Medley 100 2.5 0 380 17 5 1 3
Boca Original Vegan 70 .5 0 280 6 4 0 13
Dr. Praeger's California Veggie Burger 110 5 0 250 13 4 1 5

Keep reading to learn which veggie burger brands contain soy, are soy-free, and which are gluten-free.