Eat Your Veg - The Plant Based Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

We made it! One whole season of the Eat Your Veg podcast! Whew – what a season it's been.

In this closing episode of Season 1, I'm chatting with my co-producer Breanna Lawlor about the most exciting vegan trends we've seen so far this year. In this extended episode, we're talking all things vegan fish, the best 'milk' chocolate and fried eggs, to name but a few!

As someone who's recently transitioned to a more plant-based diet, Bre has some great insights into what new vegans crave and talks with honesty about why some animal-free products just don't work.

I hope you have as much fun listening to this episode as we did recording it - and we can't wait to see you back for Season 2 this autumn!


Find the Sauerkraut tutorial I mention here.

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You know those veggies you didn't grow up with so you know nothing about them? Yup. It's time to go from stranger danger to being the garnish on your avocado toast.

Whether you're a produce aficionado or a total novice, this episode will make you think differently about those vegetables you've always overlooked when shopping. Listen in for my favourite easy ways to cook with these 3 underrated market veggies - you'll never look at them in the same way again!

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Batch meal prep is the equivalent of buying yourself time. When life gets busy, healthy meals all too often become the first thing to drop off the list of priorities. So, get ahead of a full week and set yourself up for a blissfully tasty meal plan. Hearty veggie soups and stews are a fantastic way to up your veggie intake. I love infusing added protein with legumes like lentils and ensuring my batch meals are full of flavour. Leave the Sunday scaries behind with weekly batch meals that will have you looking forward to Monday.

Recipes here:
Bolognese Sauce - https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/store-cupboard-lentil-bolognese-vegan-gluten-free/
Dhal - https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/red-lentil-dhal/
Vegan Chili - https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/homemade-vegan-chili/
Red Lentil Lasagna - https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/vegan-lasagna/

For tasty plant-based meal inspiration hop on over to Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/vancouverwithlove/

Ahhh baking. It's therapeutic, delicious and so satisfying. Truly, there's nothing that satiates like a home-baked goodie. 

Making the switch to a plant-based lifestyle can be tough at the beginning, especially when you're looking for ways to adapt your tried and true recipes to become more vegan-friendly. In this episode, I share a handful of my go-to baking swaps including flaxseed, coconut oil and coconut milk. 

These are just a few of the amazing vegan baking substitutes out there that tend to follow a one-to-one swap ratio. Up next on my to-try list is aquafaba for a vegan meringue, aka chickpea liquid, which has to be the most glamorous name for a bean juice. 

With all the extra time we're spending at home, why not take advantage of some of the lesser-known superstar ingredients? You'll be pleasantly surprised at how easy these switches are to pull off. Happy baking! 

(I would love to hear your successes with vegan home baking and whether you, too, get excited when a recipe turns out just *chef's kiss* so. Drop me an email at elizabeth@vancouverwithlove.com!)

Working from home has its perks. The commute is short, the fridge is close and lunch is entirely yours to create. A little bit of planning ahead and creative thinking will give you a wholly refreshed look at how amazing at-home lunches can be.

Listen in for my favourite 5 Easy Vegan Work from Home Lunch Recipes, and  treat yourself to a midday boost chock-full with healthy veggies, superfoods, saucy concoctions and flavours that will make you extra grateful to be stuck at home.

For more weekday foodie inspiration visit www.vancouverwithlove.com and check out Instagram for beautiful photos and how-to's.

Check out this blog post for all recipes mentioned in the episode
https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/work-from-home-lunches/

Blogs mentioned:
Deliciously Ella - https://deliciouslyella.com/
Minimalist Baker - https://minimalistbaker.com/
Oh She Glows - https://ohsheglows.com/
Feasting on Fruit - https://feastingonfruit.com/
Mississippi Vegan - https://www.mississippivegan.com/

Dessert decadence. You know what makes buying store-bought desserts such a bad idea? Knowing that you can whip up something SO much better that just so happens to be vegan and dairy-free! Mmm hmm. This week's bonus episode makes waves with simple whole food ingredients like coconut, cacao and maple syrup. Indulge in these recipes and you'll find yourself amazed with the flavours and textures you can create with easy-to-find plant-based ingredients. (Also, these recipes are all naturally gluten free.)

Recipes mentioned:
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies-vegan-gluten-free/
Chocolate Glop Cake - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/chocolate-glop-cream-cake-vegan-gf/
No Bake Black Forest Cake - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/no-bake-black-forest-cake-vegan-gluten-free/
Dessert Nachos - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/dessert-nachos-vegan-gluten-free/
Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/chocolate-peanut-butter-stuffed-dates-vegan-gf/

We're a week into February and while the days may be longer, they are not long enough to wipe out the need for chocolate. With Valentine's Day on the horizon, I thought I would share a few easy DIY treats to help take the edge off the winter chill. Conventional chocolate offers little in the way of true satisfaction because it is often loaded with palm oils, dyes and processed sugar – leaving you feeling worse than before you scarfed the chocolate bar in the first place. Indulge your sweet tooth with tasty refined sugar-free swaps and plant-based ingredients for a refreshing update on the chocolate fix. The recipes are a delicious, easy way of satisfying your chocolate craving, guilt-free! 

Mentioned in the episode:
Chocolate Mousse recipe - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/avocado-chocolate-mousse/
DIY Chocolate - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/3-ingredient-sugar-free-chocolate/

A little extra inspiration:
Chocolate Glop Cake - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/chocolate-glop-cream-cake-vegan-gf/
No Bake Black Forest Cake - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/no-bake-black-forest-cake-vegan-gluten-free/
Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/chocolate-peanut-butter-stuffed-dates-vegan-gf/
Dessert Nachos - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/dessert-nachos-vegan-gluten-free/
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies - https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies-vegan-gluten-free/

Tofu. Say the word and naturally you're going to be met with opinions. Some find themselves immediately frustrated with how challenging this versatile flavour vessel can be to prepare. Well, I'm delighted to share 3 easy ways to manage a more tofu-friendly prep and cooking process.  Tofu is amazing for absorbing herbs, sauces and spices, making it the perfect protein source for breakfasts, vibrant veggie bowls and focal points for your vegan medleys. If you have 3 minutes, I highly recommend listening to this short episode for learning how to cook tofu like a pro. It just might just change your life.

For some of my favourite tofu recipes head over to the the blog here: https://vancouverwithlove.com/?s=tofu and for the visual guide to cooking tofu you'll find the 3 cooking methods in detail here
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We're all raised on the idea that a solid breakfast begins with eggs and toast. Well, it's 2021 and there are way more options for healthy, veggie-centric breakfasts than ever before. In this week's episode I share six protein-rich vegan breakfast ideas that are quick, delicious and even a little unconventional, in the best way. I hope you like, learn and love these breakfast staples as much as I do. Here's to starting your day with something to look forward to. Check out my blog at https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/ for easy breaky ideas, recipes and more!

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My favourite protein powder: https://omeganutrition.com/products/pumpkin-protein-powder
Tofu Scramble: https://vancouverwithlove.com/the-basics/how-to-cook-tofu-3-ways/