Welcome back to our kitchen, where we’re all about creating mouth-watering, plant-based meals that don’t break the bank, especially for large families! If you’ve watched our latest video, you already know we’re working magic with simple ingredients. If not, you’re in for a treat!

Today, we’re diving into four scrumptious dishes we created using basic veggies and grains. Let’s get cooking!

🎥 Watch our full cooking video here and follow along if you have the ingredients!

1. Vegan “Broccoli Cheddar” Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Who doesn’t love a good stuffed potato? We’ve given this classic a vegan twist, and it’s a total crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients:

• Potatoes (red, russet, sweet – your choice!)
• Seasonings (paprika, ancho chili powder, onion powder, Italian seasonings)
• 1 medium head of cauliflower
• 1-2 medium-sized broccoli
• ½ onion (optional)
• Seasonings (onion powder, garlic powder, salt, nutritional yeast)

Method:

1. Prep the Potatoes: Season your potatoes generously and bake them at 450 degrees Fahrenheit until they’re beautifully crispy on the outside.
2. Make the “Cheese” Sauce: Boil chopped cauliflower until tender. Keep a bit of the water, add your seasonings, and blend until smooth.
3. Sauté the Broccoli: Cook the broccoli with onions and seasonings until tender. Mash it to your desired consistency.
4. Combine and Serve: Top your roasted potatoes with the broccoli-cauliflower mix and voila!

2. Chickpea Fritters: A Protein-Packed Delight

Soaking chickpeas not only makes them easier to digest but also enhances their flavor and texture, perfect for our fritters.

Ingredients:

• Soaked chickpeas (2 cups dried yields 4-5 cups soaked)
• Seasonings (sesame oil, salt, onion powder, smoked paprika)
• Onions/spring onions, zucchini (or any veggie of your choice)

Method:

1. Blend the Chickpeas: After soaking and rinsing, blend them with seasonings and a bit of water until smooth.
2. Add Veggies: Mix in your chosen vegetables.
3. Fry to Perfection: Fry them in grapeseed oil until they’re golden and crispy.

Serve these versatile fritters as snacks, in wraps, or as burgers!

3. Quinoa Fried Rice: A Twist on a Classic

Quinoa, soaked overnight, is the star of this dish. It’s healthier than traditional rice and just as tasty!

Ingredients:

• Soaked quinoa (2 cups)
• Vegetables (onion, carrot, zucchini, ginger, Swiss chard)
• Seasonings (sesame oil, salt, coconut aminos, garlic)

Method:

1. Sauté Veggies: Cook the vegetables with sesame oil until they release their beautiful aromas.
2. Toast the Quinoa: Add the quinoa, season it, and toast slightly.
3. Cook: Add water, cover, and cook until fluffy.

This dish is a fantastic way to get your grains and veggies in one delicious meal!

4. Stir-Fried Vegetables: A “Clean Out the Fridge” Recipe

This is your chance to use whatever veggies you’ve got!

Ingredients:

• Mixed vegetables (onion, ginger, beet, tomato, broccolini, broccoli)
• Seasonings (sesame oil, salt, coconut aminos)

Method:

1. Stir Fry Basics: Cook onions, ginger, and garlic in sesame oil until aromatic.
2. Add the Veggies: Toss in your vegetables and season well.
3. Cook Until Tender: Add water, cover, and let the veggies cook to perfection.

Serve this over brown rice with a drizzle of sesame oil and some kimchi for an extra kick!

Cooking vegan meals for a large family doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. With these recipes, you can whip up wholesome, delicious meals that everyone will love. Don’t forget to check out our video for more tips and visuals on how to prepare these dishes. Happy cooking, and let us know your favorite recipe in the comments below! 🌱🍴