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Easy Vegan Chickpea & Spinach Paella (One-Pan Spanish Dinner)
A flavorful and easy Vegan Chickpea Spinach Paella made with saffron, smoked paprika, veggies, and protein-rich chickpeas. One-pan, meal-prep-friendly, and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Feb 14, 20193 min read


1-Pot Chana Dal Cauliflower Curry (Vegan & Protein-Packed)
Warm up with this 1-Pot Chana Dal Cauliflower Curry—a vegan, protein-packed recipe made with split chickpeas, cauliflower, and kale. Easy, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Feb 10, 20193 min read


Protein: Are You Getting Enough?
"Where do you get your protein"—a common question for vegans. A plant-based dietitian answers the question, Protein: Are you getting enough?

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Feb 3, 20193 min read


Maple Bourbon Candied Pecans
Maple Bourbon Candied Pecans are perfect for snacking, gifting, adding to smoothie bowls, and so much more! Grab the recipe here.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Dec 18, 20182 min read


10 Ethical Dark Chocolate Companies That Give Back
10 Ethical Dark Chocolate Companies That Give Back. Many of these chocolates are vegan, all are fair trade and practice sustainability.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Dec 8, 20188 min read


How to Get Enough Vitamin B12 on a Vegan Diet (Backed by Science)
How to get enough B12 on a vegan diet: Learn why vitamin B12 is essential for vegans, how much you need, the best fortified foods, deficiency signs, and how to choose the right B12 supplement.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Dec 3, 20184 min read


Energizing and Healing White Bean and Kale Soup
This Energizing and Healing White Bean and Kale Soup is a simple one-pot recipe. It's a tasty, comforting, and nourishing meal in a bowl!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Nov 18, 20183 min read


Creamy Split Pea Soup
Let’s talk green split peas! Plant-based pea protein is all the rage for a reason. One cup of dried green peas (before cooking) provides:...

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Nov 13, 20182 min read


Spiced Pumpkin Pecan Muffins
These plant powered Pumpkin Pecan Muffins make the perfect mid-afternoon snack, morning breakfast on-the-go or after dinner treat!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Oct 21, 20182 min read


Spicy Lentil Spinach Soup
Spicy Lentil Spinach Soup will warm your body and nourish your soul with its plant-powered ingredients and delicious flavors.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Oct 13, 20182 min read


How to Get Enough Vitamin A on a Vegan Diet: Best Plant Sources & Absorption Tips
How to get enough vitamin A on a vegan diet: Worried about vitamin A on a vegan diet? Learn the difference between retinol and beta carotene, the best plant-based sources, and how to boost absorption naturally.

Casie Cuneio
Oct 10, 20185 min read


How to Get Enough Protein and Build Muscle on a Vegan Diet
Bodybuilding on a vegan diet: Can you get enough protein to build muscle? Research says, yes!
Chelsi Brown
Sep 21, 20183 min read


Debunking Collagen Supplementation
A look into collagen's role in the body and why supplements may not be the best way to build more.

Casie Cuneio
Sep 18, 20184 min read


8-Ingredient Chocolate Chip Tahini Bites
Simple recipe for chocolate chip tahini bites created by a dietitian. This nutrient dense recipe is easy to prepare for homemade filling sna

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Sep 12, 20182 min read


Sweet and Spicy Smashed Chickpea Quesadilla
Recipe for sweet and spicy chickpea quesadilla crafted by a Dietitian. A healthy nutrient dense plant based recipe that is so delicious!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Aug 11, 20182 min read


Cinnamon Carrot Cake Bites
If I'm making an energy bite, 90 percent of the time it must involved dark chocolate. But sometimes you need to switch it up for your...

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Aug 11, 20182 min read


Why Plant-Based?
Get a brief overview, with options to explore further, about why plant-based eating is better for your health, the planet, and animals.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert
Aug 9, 20182 min read
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