With the holidays approaching it’s nice to think of some easy and healthy appetizers for guests. These mushrooms are a crowd pleaser and are low in calories, making them a nice addition to a cocktail party filled with more indulgent treats.

Aquafaba is the leftover cooking liquid from chickpeas or other light-colored beans. When whipped like egg-whites or heavy cream, it becomes a vegan substitute for meringues or whipped cream. The final product is like eating a cloud!

This warmly-spiced winter treat is even better when topped with tangy cream cheese frosting tinged with brown butter or cinnamon, and guarantee it will pair perfectly with your favorite hot chocolate recipe.

This recipe is full of warm, tangy flavors for fall and comes together in just about a half an hour! Serve it as a side dish or add in some cooked chickpeas, tofu, or chicken for more protein. It’s also great to prepare ahead of time. Leftovers will only be more flavorful after marinating in all of the spices!

Frozen vegetables are your secret weapon when it comes to stocking your home for healthy, easy-to-prepare meals. This recipe takes it up a notch by roasting the broccoli for full flavor and combines it with creamy white beans and a lemony dressing for a delicious lunch.

There are many versions of veggie burgers out there. Some are bean-based, some are veggie-based, and some, like this one, are grain-based. This recipe provides a tasty, protein-packed twist on a meatless burger. Change it up based on what kind of cheese you like or what grain you have on hand.