Plant-based recipes for all

We made this website specifically for our friends and family (like you!) to share in our collection of plant based recipes that we love to cook and eat. Bon appetit!

Recipes

Featured Recipes

Here are a few of our favorite recipes!

Black Lentils

This is a staple at the Gavalas house. We try to have these left over all the time since it can be used as a very healthy cornerstone to pretty much any meal. It makes a good amount so you can store it in the fridge and heat them up anytime.

Spiced Chickpeas

This is a great way to make burritos with some healthy bean filling. The flavor is fantastic! You can use this on just about anything including Tacos, Salad, and more!

Shakshuka

There's no replicating the runny egg on this (at least not easily)! Instead of trying to fake an egg substitution, we use dollops of Tahini for a rich, nutty taste that blends beautifully with the sauce. Yes, it's different. But it's surprisingly delicious!

Frequently asked questions

We know there are many great questions about getting started with plant-based food. Here are some of the most common questions we hear.

Why eat plant based?: There are many great reasons! Our main reason are: It helps the environment immensely, no animals have to suffer, it is the best diet for your health, it helps prevent global pandemics.
Can I still get enough protein?: Yes, as long as you eat a variety of food, you'll get all the protein you need. Black beans have just as much protein as a steak with none of the fat and all the fiber!
Don't you get tired of eating rabbit food?: There are studies that show as your microbiome changes, you actually crave the foods you eat regularly. It doesn't take long to start loving plant based food. Give yourself an honest try for a month and you will start to crave the deliciousness of plants!
What if I miss meat?: There are plenty of plant-based products that mimic meat. Prepared the right way, they can definitely satisfy that craving for meat! Brands we recommend include Impossible, Beyond, Field Roast and Quorn.
What if I miss eggs?: As with meat, the plant-based industry has made some amazing strides in mimicking egg products. Try JUST Egg to replace scrambled eggs, omelets, frittatas. Bob's Mill Egg Replacer works wonders for baking.
What if I miss dairy?: You guessed it - there are a bunch of plant-based subs out there. Soy Milk and Soy Creamer is a staple of ours (just make sure you get unsweetened for dairy milks if you want to keep it on the healthy side). Smoke Gouda is great for grilled cheeses, Daiya makes a good shredded mozzarella and Tree Line is our fav cream cheese substitute.