Spicy Squash Soup Fiery Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Chili and Coconut Ingredients: 1 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 1 red chili (deseeded if preferred), finely chopped 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 medium butternut squash (about 900g), peeled and diced 400ml can coconut milk 500ml vegetable stock Juice of 1 lime Salt and black pepper, to taste Fresh coriander and chili flakes, for garnish Directions: Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger, and red chili. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add the cumin and cinnamon, then stir in the diced squash. Cook for another 3–4 minutes to lightly brown the squash. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until the squash is tender. Remove from heat and blend until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a regular blender. Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander and a sprinkle of chili flakes. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 240 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #squashsoup #spicysoups #butternutsquash #comfortfood #plantbasedrecipes #veganmeals #autumnrecipes #fallwarmers #vegetariansoup #coconutsoup #chillisoup #rootvegetables #easyvegan #onepotmeal #gingersoup #immunehealth #souprecipe #cleaneating #glutenfree #boldflavors Turn up the heat this fall with this Spicy Squash Soup — creamy, cozy, and full of bold flavor!

Black Bean Chili Hearty Vegan Black Bean Chili with Smoky Spices Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup vegetable broth or water Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, vegan sour cream, lime wedges Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Add black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Cover partially and let simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with desired toppings. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 240 kcal per serving (approximate) | Servings: 4 #veganchili #blackbeanchili #plantbaseddinner #meatlessmonday #healthycomfortfood #onepotvegan #easyveganrecipes #vegetarianchili #heartyveganmeals #legumelove #dairyfree #meatfree #glutenfreedinner #blackbeans #vegancomfortfood #spicyvegan #veganchiliideas #plantprotein #easychili #veganbowls Warming, bold, and meat-free—this Black Bean Chili is packed with flavor and plant-based power! 🌶️🫘🥄

Baked Pesto Tofu Herb-Infused Baked Tofu with Homemade Basil Pesto Ingredients: 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons pine nuts (or walnuts) 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast 1 garlic clove 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 tablespoons olive oil Optional: cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Press tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut into cubes. In a food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, nutritional yeast, garlic, salt, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth to create pesto. In a bowl, gently toss tofu cubes with the pesto until fully coated. Spread tofu cubes on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and slightly crispy. Serve warm with rice, pasta, or a fresh salad. Garnish with cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers, if desired. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 215 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #bakedtofu #veganpesto #plantbasedprotein #meatlessmeal #easyveganrecipes #dairyfree #pestotofu #basiltofu #highproteinvegan #veganentree #crispypanbaked #tofulover #pestoinspired #glutenfreevegan #ovenbakedtofu #healthyveganmeals #freshherbs #nutritiousdinner #vegancomfort #pestorecipes 💚 This Baked Pesto Tofu is an herb-packed, protein-rich delight that’s perfect for meatless Mondays! 🌱🔥