Whether you are a seasoned vegan or just starting to indulge in the vegan lifestyle, you will find several vegan blogs on the Internet. Below are some creative websites you will definitely want to check out. Some will inspire you; others will offer you some mouth-watering recipes to try!
Love Life and Lollipops http://www.lovelifeandlollipops.com/
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This blog is the creation of a self-proclaimed vegan, Eve Lynn Kessner, who has the passion for good vegan meals and a healthy lifestyle. She gives tips on how to cleanse your body so that you can attain the maximum energy you can naturally. The blog offers personal insights on how she deals with life experiences as well as wholesome recipes and workout wear for vigorous workouts. You will want to check out the following articles from Eve Lynn:
- Brain Food http://www.lovelifeandlollipops.com/brain-food/
- Whole Grain Goodness http://www.lovelifeandlollipops.com/whole-grain-goodness/
- Tips http://www.lovelifeandlollipops.com/tips/
Made of Stars www.madeofstars1.com
If a recipe like Pear and Walnut Cake sounds enticing, you will love what they have to offer at Made of Stars’ website. The many recipes available on Ally’s site are various appetizers, smoothies, and entrees that support the vegan lifestyle. There are several desserts to cure the sweet tooth in many of us, but offer an abundance of nutrition. The site features information about Vegan Parenting and Vegan Children and how to feed your children on a vegan diet. Check out Ally’s articles:
- Should You Give Up Being Vegan When Pregnant? http://www.thescavenger.net/health-sp-22786/health/696-should-you-give-up-being-vegan-when-pregnant.html
- Raising children as vegan: a healthy alternative http://www.thescavenger.net/health-personal-development/physical/731-raising-children-as-vegan-a-healthy-alternative.html
- The Littlest Kitten Drinks Cows’ Milk http://madeofstars1.com/2013/08/16/the-littlest-kitten-drinks-cows-milk/
Maplespice www.maplespice.com
You may be greeted by an image of hot, steaming smoky vegetable chowder on the Maplespice’s delightful website. Amongst the delectable recipes are Berry Almond Muffins, Cheesy Parsnip & Sage Beer Bread, and Pesto Cannellini Bean Houmous. The vegan meals are unique and appetizing, and you will want to try all of time. The vegan blogger, Debbie, lives with the condition called lupus, and her site has earned awards like Top 50 Vegan Blogs in 2012 and the 2014 winner of The Vegan Woman award. Check out some of the wonderful recipes she has to offer!
- Creamy Garlic Shells http://www.maplespice.com/2012/05/creamy-garlic-shells.html
- Valentine’s Day Meal 2012 http://www.maplespice.com/2012/02/valentines-day-meal-2012.html
- Grilled Roasted Vegetable Pizza Wraps http://www.maplespice.com/2012/05/grilled-roasted-vegetable-pizza-wraps.html
Meet The Shannons www.meettheshannons.net
With over 90,000 followers on Facebook and their second vegan book soon to be on the market, the Shannons are experts in the field of vegan living. They have apparently converted Betty Crocker recipes into vegan alternatives in their recent book, Betty Goes Vegan. The Meet the Shannon’s website offers an array of delectable recipes including Vanilla Bean Baby Donuts, Lemon & Dill Vegan Chicken Salad, and Almond Cappuccino Pudding. Their recipes are interesting and worth giving a try! Check out some of the different meals they offer:
- The Betty Crocker Project: Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins http://www.meettheshannons.com/the-betty-crocker-project-blueberry-coffee-cake-muffins/
- Embarrassingly Super Simple Hazelnut & Flaxseed Waffles http://www.meettheshannons.com/embarrassingly-super-simple-hazelnut-flaxseed-waffles/
- The Betty Crocker Project : Pear & Cranberry Cobbler http://www.meettheshannons.com/category/potlucks/page/20/
Method Juice Café methodjuicecafe.com
Method Juice Café offers blogs of varying topics such as a 7-day Juice Cleanse that the author tried and a recipe on their Eye-Watering Quinoa. Many of the blogs are very entertaining, particularly the blog, “Challenge Day 1: Why Would Anyone Do This?” The website also contains tabs to buy a variety of products they offer. I would recommend reading the following blogs:
- Challenge Day 1: Why Would Anyone Do This? http://methodjuicecafe.com/challenge-day-1-why-would-anyone-do-this/
- Challenge Day 2: So This is Caffeine Withdrawal http://methodjuicecafe.com/challenge-day-2-so-this-is-caffeine_withdrawal/
- Challenge Weekend: (Accidentally) Eating Animals http://methodjuicecafe.com/accidentally-eating-animals/
Minimalist Athlete www.minimalistathlete.com
The website, Minimalist Athlete, offers nutrition from a “plant-based athlete perspective.” The images that are posted are delectable, so you will want to check it out! Minimalist Athlete has many articles about training as an athlete and how to incorporate the vegan diet into an athlete’s lifestyle to support it. You will be inspired by the article of the 14-month transformation of author of the website. Find it and other interesting blogs at:
- Nutrition: Secret Weapon, Raw Smoothie Recovery Drink http://www.minimalistathlete.com/post/45414146514/nutrition-secret-weapon-raw-smoothie-recovery-drink
- 14 Month Transformation to Triathlon, Plant-Based Nutrition and Better Health (Inside & Out)
- http://www.minimalistathlete.com/post/60534882063/14-month-transformation-to-triathlon-plant-based
- Coconut Water Vs Sugar-filled Sports Drinks http://www.minimalistathlete.com/post/56146049535/coconut-water-vs-sugar-filled-sports-drinks
Inky Twins Eats www.myinkytwineats.com
The blog, Inky Twins Eats, is “a chronicle of food, doodles, and foolishness.” The content offers a delightful monologue of a vegan’s lifestyle and yummy recipes to try. Erika shares her many favorite vegan products on her site like Justin’s Maple Almond Butter and Purely Elizabeth’s Blueberry Hemp Granola. She adapts some of her favorite recipes so that they conform to her vegan standards. She has many images of delicious breakfast dishes and desserts that you will need to feast your eyes on! You will enjoy reading Erika’s blogs as well as trying out some of her recipes. Check out some of the content on her site below:
- Whole-Wheat Blueberry Banana Bread http://myinkytwineats.com/2014/01/09/whole-wheat-blueberry-banana-bread/
- Garlicky Mushrooms & Kale http://myinkytwineats.com/2014/03/06/garlicky-mushrooms-kale/
- Quick Breakfast Parfaits + Life Lately http://myinkytwineats.com/2014/02/12/quick-breakfast-parfaits-life-lately/
Noshing With The Nolands www.noshingwiththenolands.com
How does Feta And Roasted Red Pepper Dip sound? Or Thai Coconut Fish Curry as a dish to prepare for your family tonight? Tara Noland offers this and more on her blog site, Noshing With The Nolands. You will be delighted to find side dishes, beverages, and meals that cater to the vegan in you. Do you think you are courageous enough to try her Maple Bison Blueberry Burgers? Don’t be afraid to try these other mouth-watering concoctions:
- BBQ Tomato Frittata http://noshingwiththenolands.com/bbq-tomato-frittata/
- Pumpkin Meringue Pie http://noshingwiththenolands.com/pumpkin-meringue-pie-canadianeggsgiveaway/
- Peach Sparkler http://noshingwiththenolands.com/peach-sparkler/
Nourish My Dirt www.nourishmydirt.com
The author of Nourish My Dirt website believes that going natural means going back to when we were born. However, Kaylie has blogged about the journey of going totally vegan and it has been a challenge for her. She has a love for sushi, but she has a recipe without the fish. She believes it tastes just like sushi! It is one recipe any sushi lover should try, especially if someone wants to limit the heavy metals in their diet. You will want to read Kaylie’s blogs – they are informative and enjoyable:
- A Week of Vegan’In http://nourishmydirt.com/2014/07/10/a-week-of-veganin/
- Recipe/Sushi Bowl http://nourishmydirt.com/2014/07/09/recipe-sushi-bowl/
- Vegan/Days 2 & 3: Being Vegan at Work http://nourishmydirt.com/2014/07/15/vegan-days-2-3-being-vegan-at-work/
Of Course Vegan www.ofcoursevegan.com
If you want to stay up-to-date with all vegan lifestyle news, bookmark Of Course Vegan on your browser. You will find many news articles as well as scrumptious vegan recipes and lifestyle blogs that support the herbivore in you. Some of the news stories are a bit sensational but informative; for instance, the following article, Humans in a Cage: An answer to animal testing for all, argue the point of animal testing and how it is viewed from a scientific and moral standpoint. If you are looking for great vegan recipes the blog offers them, too. Vegan Chili and Chickenless Fajitas are simple yet tasty alternatives to eating meat-laden meals. Here are some other recipes that are enticing:
- Butternut Soup with Cinnamon Cream http://ofcoursevegan.com/2014/02/11/butternut-soup-with-cinnamon-cream/
- Black-eyed Peas with Sweet Potatoes and Greens http://ofcoursevegan.com/2013/10/17/recipe-black-eyed-peas-with-sweet-potatoes-and-greens/
- Carne “Soychiladas” http://ofcoursevegan.com/2014/05/07/carne-soychiladas/
Oh My Veggies www.ohmyveggies.com
You will be greeted with an image of delicious bowl of Wild Rice Pilaf with Brussels Sprouts and Sage Vinaigrette when you visit this vegan blog. If the holidays are coming, there are many vegan meals available on this site that you can make to replace the turkey and stuffing. Oh My Veggies is all about making recipes that are easy and virtually no fuss, which is a god-send for many of the busy vegetarians out there. Tips and hints are offered such as how to find the right mushroom and what staples to have on hand for easy vegan meal planning. Have fun looking through the following blogs:
- 20 Make-Ahead Meatless Dinners http://ohmyveggies.com/20-make-ahead-meatless-dinners/
- 4 Ways to Use Humus http://ohmyveggies.com/4-ways-to-use-hummus/
- Meal Plans http://ohmyveggies.com/category/meal-plans/
Olives for Dinner www.olivesfordinner.com
This blog is the winner of the 2014 The Vegan Woman award and there is a reason for it. How do you think your family would respond to a dish called Cashew-Basil Stuffed and Beer-Battered Zucchini Blossoms?? There is a plethora of unique vegan recipes that will tantalize any palate and the rich colors that are displayed in the meals are a delight to the eye. If you like your food fare with a little “bite” to it, you will not want to miss out on the Mexican Hot Chocolate-Covered Strawberries. Did I not tell you these recipes are out-of-this-world?
- Balsamic Roasted Figs and Shallots http://www.olivesfordinner.com/2012/10/balsamic-roasted-figs-and-shallots-with.html
- Ricotta-Stuffed French Toast With Salted Butterscotch Sauce http://www.olivesfordinner.com/2012/05/ricotta-stuffed-french-toast-with.html
- Oyster Mushroom Wonton and Lemongrass Soup http://www.olivesfordinner.com/2012/06/oyster-mushroom-wonton-and-lemongrass.html
Peppermint Banana www.peppermintbanana.com
This vegan blog is a fairly straightforward and simple website that offers news articles dealing with Non-GMOs and personal accounts about why the vegan diet is life-changing. There are many recipes catering to the vegan lifestyle like Vegan Oreo Cupcakes and Easy No-Bake Raw Vegan Cheesecake. If you love your pasta, you will want to check out their Vegan Eggplant Parmesan concoction. They even show you how to make a Vegan Pie Crust. Here are some more treats to make:
- Durianrider Ultimate Banana Smoothie Recipe Vegan http://peppermintbanana.com/durianrider-ultimate-banana-smoothie-recipe-vegan
- No-Bake Fruit and Nut Balls with Adams 100% Natural Peanut Butter http://peppermintbanana.com/no-bake-fruit-and-nut-balls-with-adams-100-natural-peanut-butter
- High Carb Raw Vegan Recipe | Apple Berry Smoothie http://peppermintbanana.com/high-carb-raw-vegan-recipe-apple-berry-smoothie
Pickles & Honey www.picklesnhoney.com
One recipe that catches attention is the Caramel Apple Pie Shake on this vegan website. The caramel is drizzled on top of the creamy shake in such a way, you will be dying to partake in it! And how about trying some Back-to-Life potion? This concoction has fizzle to it and boasts of sparkling mineral water, some various fruits, ginger, and a product called Vegan Recovery Accelerator. The author feels this beverage is a great pick-me-up anytime of the day. If that doesn’t do it for you, why not tickle your sweet tooth and bake some Peanut Butter Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins. Don’t forget to share them with your kids. You can make some of these other goodies for your family as well:
- Gluten-Free & Vegan Pumpkin Brownies http://www.picklesnhoney.com/2012/12/04/pumpkin-brownies/
- Pistachio-Crusted French Toast with Bourbon Maple Cherry Topping & Coconut Whipped Cream http://www.picklesnhoney.com/2014/08/21/pistachio-crusted-vegan-french-toast-with-bourbon-maple-cherry-topping-coconut-whipped-cream-2/
- Banana Coffee Cake Muffins with Blueberry Elderberry Filling http://www.picklesnhoney.com/2014/08/25/banana-coffee-cake-muffins-blueberry-elderberry-filling/
Positively Vegan Life www.positivelyveganlife.com and Positively Vegan www.positivelyvegan.blogspot.com
Kim Miles is passionate about vegan living. She lost 50 pounds when switching to a lifestyle of plant foods. She became a vegan chef and has since become a Vegan Food Coach. It is her mission to encourage people to turn to the vegan way of eating. The changes in her body are remarkable as you can see from the before and after pictures she has posted.
The vegan recipes are scrumptious and you can see how easy it is to eat this way. If you love Italian, you will definitely want to try the Crostini Italiano. Field Roast Italian Sausage, French baguette, and Tofutti cream cheese make up this delectable dish. The blog is closely related to the next website we will discuss, Positively Vegan Life. Here are the highlights of Positively Vegan:
- Taking a Break http://www.positivelyvegan.blogspot.com/
- Pizza Bruschetta http://www.positivelyvegan.blogspot.com/
- The Happy Cow Road Trip Stops in Portland http://www.positivelyvegan.blogspot.com/2014/08/the-happycow-road-trip-stops-in-portland.html
Pure2Raw www.pure2raw.com
Pure2Raw is a blog site run by a set of twin sisters (known as Purely Twins) who believe in health and fitness and wish to share their ideas with others. Working out smarter is their mantra. They are both certified personal trainers, and they have three cookbooks available for purchase plus recipes to try on their website. It is no wonder they are healthy; check out the Pumpkin Protein Egg-Free English Muffin with Pumpkin Coconut Butter they tout on their blog. Purely Twins’ blog has been recognized as one of the Top 60 health & Fitness Blog for 2014 from Greatist. Here are some more of their recipes:
- Pistachio Fig Goat Cheese Egg-free Grain-free Donut Recipe http://purelytwins.com/category/donuts/
- Chocolate Protein Donuts with Pumpkin Glaze http://purelytwins.com/category/donuts/
- Oreo Kabocha Squash Layered Cake http://purelytwins.com/2014/11/19/oreo-kabocha-squash-layered-cake-gluten-free-grain-free-sugar-free-dairy-free/
Seed Bearing Fruit www.seedbearingfruit.com
This is a “health and wellness blog for your body, soul and spirit” as described by the author. She talks about how the fatigue she experienced from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome had her down at one time and now she is fighting it with a plant-based diet. She offers time management tips on her blog as well as some flavorful recipes to add to your vegan diet. You will love her Raw Chocolate Cake Truffles and Vegan Overnight Oats! Here are more recipes to try:
- Jaffa Buckwheat Pudding http://www.seedbearingfruit.com/2014/09/jaffa-buckwheat-pudding.html
- Sugar-free Green Smoothie http://www.seedbearingfruit.com/2014/05/sugar-free-green-smoothie.html
- Simple Spaghetti Salad http://www.seedbearingfruit.com/2014/02/simple-spaghetti-salad.html
Simply Vegan Soul Food www.simplyvegansoulfood.com
This is where soul food gets a makeover and becomes more of a healthy and almost spiritual endeavor rather than as meaty, fat-laden meals with the potential to clog the arteries. Your mouth will water as you view images of the Chickpea Cutlets with Ginger Beer Carrots on their blog spot as well as the Potato Pierogies w/ Caramelized Onions and Soy Yogurt. Who says going vegan has to be boring? Go ahead and look at some more of their exotic recipes:
- Potato Spinach Enchiladas with Chipotle Sauce http://vegansoulpower.blogspot.com/search/label/Mexican
- Vegan Kibbeh Pie http://vegansoulpower.blogspot.com/search/label/Middle%20Eastern
- Minimalist Eggplant and Mushroom Tagine http://vegansoulpower.blogspot.com/search/label/Moroccan
Soulful Spoon soulfulspoon.blogspot.com
Heather is the blogger on the Soulful Spoon and created it out of the need to educate people about how a plant-based, gluten- and sugar-free lifestyle is the direction to go. She believes that it healed her from depression, hormonal issues, and an eating disorder as well as seizures. Her testimony is proof that a diet without meat and processed foods can heal a person. Her recipes look delicious; give them a try:
- ABC Smoothie – Vegan http://www.soulfulspoon.com/2014/01/ABCSmoothie.html
- Cinnamon Coconut Muffins-Vegan http://www.soulfulspoon.com/2013/02/cinnamon-coconut-muffins-vegan-allergen.html#.UcyrEPlOTyE
- Heather’s “Raw Glow” Kale Salad http://www.soulfulspoon.com/2013/04/heathers-raw-glow-kale-salad.html#.UcyuvPlOTyE
Fitgurme www.fitgurme.net
Ceylan Ayik is a Turkish blogger that shares her experiences in trying to stay fit but still strives to enjoy gourmet food (or gurme as it is known in the Turkish) in her life. She wants to give clues for the readers as to how to be healthy while still eating delicious food. She blogged about her 30-day Vegan Eating challenge and other challenges she has partaken in. She hopes her readers will learn from her tests of her willpower and succeed in their healthy eating goals. Here are some of her recipes that she enjoys and perhaps you will, too:
- 30 Day vegan Challenge day#6 and most Delicious Vegan Food – Lentil&Bulgur balls http://www.fitgurme.net/eng/?p=797
- Oat Cookies from a picnic in the park! http://www.fitgurme.net/eng/?p=226
- 30 Day vegan Challange Day #4 and a new discovery of wholegrain ‘millet’! http://www.fitgurme.net/eng/?p=782
Food Meditation www.foodmeditation.net
The author of this blog has traveled much of Europe and Asia that loves organic, sustainable food sources. You will find a wealth of information about healthy eating, food trends, vegetarian and Italian recipes, and gluten-free eating. You will even find culinary news from around the world. All of the blogs on this site are very unique and worth checking out!
- Intimate Meals: Bow Chicka Bow; Drinks and Food http://www.foodmeditation.net/2012/07/intimate-meals-bow-chicka-bow-drinks.html
- Healthy Notes: Gluten-Free and The Gut Brain Axis http://www.foodmeditation.net/2014/11/healthy-notes-gluten-free-and-the-gut-brain-axis.html
- Cooking According to Massimo Bottura: Don’t Tell Grandma!!! http://www.foodmeditation.net/2014/10/cooking-according-to-massimo-bottura-dont-tell-grandma.html
Fork and Beans www.forkandbeans.com
Fork and Beans is a blog to produce a “creative gluten, egg, and dairy-free living” according to the author. There are a lot of suggestions for holiday meals when Thanksgiving or Christmas is around the corner. All of the recipes on the site look delicious and easy to make. If you suffer allergies from gluten, egg, or dairy, this is the one vegan blog you need to bookmark!
- Healthy Green Bean Casserole http://www.forkandbeans.com/2014/11/15/healthy-green-bean-casserole/
- Egg-Free Mini Pumpkin Pies http://www.forkandbeans.com/2014/11/13/egg-free-mini-pumpkin-pies/
- How to Survive the Holidays with Food Restrictions http://www.forkandbeans.com/2014/11/08/survive-holidays-food-restrictions/
Fried Dandelions www.frieddandelions.com
The name Fried Dandelions comes from the author’s childhood when she had an opportunity to eat some. She became a vegan many years later and felt the name reflected her revisiting a new way of eating again. She offers a ton of scrumptious appetizers and meals for the vegan lifestyle. Many of them are gluten-free as well so they fit easily into a celiac sufferer’s meal plan. Try out one of the many appetizing recipes she offers:
- Banana-Almond Shakes and Sunny Days http://frieddandelions.com/banana-almond-shakes-and-sunny-days/
- Sunshine Granola http://frieddandelions.com/sunshine-granola/
- Coconut-Crusted Tofu http://frieddandelions.com/coconut-crusted-tofu/
Get Vegucated www.getvegucated.com
The website is based on the film, Vegucated, where three meat- and cheese-loving people go on a vegan diet for six weeks to see what happens. They find out about the “dark” side of the agricultural business and ponder what needs to be done to change the world’s eating habits. Though the site promotes the film and activism to support their cause, you will also find mouth-watering recipes for side dishes, desserts, and other meals. Check the following out:
- Pineapple Walnut Coconut Pancakes http://www.getvegucated.com/resources/the-recipes/#1
- California Creamed Kale http://www.getvegucated.com/resources/the-recipes/#kale
- Fran Costigan’s Big Orange Bundt Cake and Ultimate Chocolate Sauce http://www.getvegucated.com/resources/the-recipes/#orange_bundt_cake
Great Recipe Tips www.greatrecipetips.com
This website is just what it says: it offers great recipe tips, especially for the vegetarian. Go to the Vegan tab and you will find where Vegans Rule! Enjoy the enticing recipe for Vegan Ice Cream Delight or feast your eyes on their Paella Vegan dish. There is a blog on whether a raw vegan diet is right for you and what to expect when following such a diet. How about serving up some Vegan Meatloaf for your family tonight?
- Vegan Desserts http://www.greatrecipetips.com/category/vegans/vegan-desserts/
- Vegan Appetizers http://www.greatrecipetips.com/category/vegans/vegan-appetizers/
- Vegan Main Dish http://www.greatrecipetips.com/category/vegans/vegan-main-dish/
Green Vegan Living www.greenveganliving.com
Is following a vegan lifestyle easy? It is for Geanna, the blogger for Green Vegan Living. She follows a diet of mostly unprocessed, gluten-free diet that is plant-based. She has her own bakery that caters to vegans and people who follow allergen-free diets. Geanna has many product recommendations that she believes are great-tasting, all-vegan options to add to your meal-planning. She enjoys blogging about her personal life as well and how going vegan has enhanced her well-being. There are many menu ideas you can try on her site:
- Lavender Blueberry Pancakes http://www.greenveganliving.com/2011/08/lavender-blueberry-pancakes.html
- Pesto Potatoes http://www.greenveganliving.com/2011/11/pesto-potatoes.html
- Strawberry Rhubarb Tart http://www.greenveganliving.com/2011/05/strawberry-rhubarb-tart-raw-vegan-and.html
Heart of a Vagabond www.heartofavagabond.com
This vegan blog was voted Top 50 Vegan Blogs from BerryRipe.com and USA Today’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice. The vegan blog is focused on Eco-traveling and going off on adventures, searching for vegetarian foods for budget travelers. You will find a cornucopia of exotic vegan foods from all over the world in their blogs. Chinese, Malaysian, and Turkish cuisine are among the few cultures you will find delectable meals they have indulged in:
- Traditional Vegetarian Portuguese Foods http://www.heartofavagabond.com/traditional-vegetarian-portuguese-foods/
- Is China a Vegan and Vegetarian-Friendly Country? http://www.heartofavagabond.com/china-vegan-and-vegetarian-friendly-country/
- Thai Foods http://www.heartofavagabond.com/category/thai-foods/
Her Green Life www.hergreenlife.com
Her Green Life started out as a way to share ideas for environmental sustainability as well as preventive health through making better food choices. She believes both practices help health in a positive way. She blogs about her gardening and how it contributes to what goes on her kitchen table. Gardening tips are offered so that you can learn how to produce food without use of pesticides and herbicides. Biking is another topic she loves to blog about; she strives to use it over a motor vehicle so she can maintain as green of a lifestyle as possible. And what would a vegan blog be without recipes? She offers up some “green” recipes:
- Lentil Love http://hergreenlife.com/2010/07/25/lentil-love/homemadelevity.com
- New Flavor http://hergreenlife.com/2011/01/05/new-flavor/
- Chocolate Cherry Bread http://hergreenlife.com/2012/01/26/chocolate-cherry-bread/
Homemade Levity www.homemadelevity.com
This blog is made to help the reader learn to become a successful vegan. The author believes that you will lose weight and increase your sense of well-being by eating a plant-based diet. She offers resources for your journey into veganism as well as support. An e-book is available for purchase and you can sign up for a weekly newsletter. She has informative blogs to help you on your way into a healthier lifestyle:
- Tips on Going Vegan for Busy People http://www.homemadelevity.com/tips-going-vegan-busy-people/
- What Do Vegans Eat? A Week in the Life http://www.homemadelevity.com/vegans-eat-week-life/
- Stir-fried Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic http://www.homemadelevity.com/stir-fried-bok-choy-with-ginger-and-garlic/
Honk If Your Vegan www.honkifyourevegan.com
Celeste is a blogger that decided to go vegan after finding out how a vegan lifestyle can improve your health, even turn around some conditions like high blood pressure. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with her readers and wishes that everyone consider getting rid of meat and dairy out of their diet. It will help you lose unwanted fat and you will feel better, she claims. So check out her blogs and become inspired!
- Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies http://honkifyourevegan.com/2014/04/17/orange-chocolate-chip-cookies-vegan/
- Healthy Vegan St Patty’s Day Recipes http://honkifyourevegan.com/2014/03/15/7-healthy-vegan-st-pattys-day-recipes/
- Donut Panic ‘Cause San Diego Has Awesome Vegan Donuts http://honkifyourevegan.com/2014/08/04/donut-panic-cause-san-diego-has-awesome-vegan-donuts/
Jessi Stafford www.jessistafford.com
Jessi Stafford blogs on a variety of topics including discussing her favorites such as the environment and opposing meat. She mentions a book on how to give up meat and the horrors of factory farming as one of her soapbox subjects. If you don’t like the thought of the meat you consume having several antibiotics infused into it and the fact that factory farming contributes to global warming, you should read Jessi’s blog and learn more about the meat culture. You can then make an educated decision on whether you want to still partake in the meat that comes from your butcher’s counter.
- A Young Adult’s Heroes (Namely, mine) http://www.jessistafford.com/
- Treehugger Evolution Revolution (And Other Green Tales) http://www.jessistafford.com/
- The Feed Bag Roundup: Headlines and Opinions http://www.jessistafford.com/page/2/
Lunch Box Bunch www.kblog.lunchboxbunch.com
You will find vegan recipes galore at this blog site. Creamy Carrot Pumpkin Soup is chock full of Vitamin A and is perfect for holiday occasions. For a simple lunch, you may want to try the soup with Walnut-Chickpea Salad Sandwiches. The blog also boasts of 365 Vegan Smoothies to try at home. Many of the recipes will leave your mouth watering to try them as soon as you can. Triple Chocolate Pumpkin Cake is one you will be dying to make! You should also check out the other delicious recipes and blogs at lunchboxbunch.com:
- Orange Spice Gluten-free Vegan Pumpkin Waffles http://kblog.lunchboxbunch.com/2014/10/orange-spice-gluten-free-vegan-pumpkin.html
- Banana Blender Ice Cream: Video How to. Pink, Banana and Blueberry http://kblog.lunchboxbunch.com/2014/07/banana-blender-ice-cream-video-how-to.html
- Roasted Soup Obsession: Carrot or Sweet Potato. Spices Galore http://kblog.lunchboxbunch.com/2014/01/roasted-soup-obsession-creamy-carrot-or.html
Keepin It Kind www.keepinitkind.com
Kristy believes peace breeds peace, so she strays away from anything that condones animal mistreatment. She does not eat meat or dairy products and offers her readers great suggestions for when they are looking for vegan dining in various travel locations. Recipes are also available like Caramelized Shallot & Fig Polenta Pizzas with Thyme & Pine Nuts. Kristy is a wonderful writer that keeps the reader engaged. You will want to visit her blog site soon for some great meal ideas.
- Travel and Dining http://keepinitkind.com/travel-dining/
- Lemon Blueberry Granola http://keepinitkind.com/lemon-blueberry-granola/
- Vegan Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich http://keepinitkind.com/vegan-gluten-free-thanksgiving-leftovers-sandwich-special-offer/
Kiersten Frase www.kierstenfrase.com
Kiersten is a “recipe developer and food photographer” and she is the founder of the Oh My Veggies vegetarian food blog. She has a passion for easy meals that are made with fresh ingredients. She discusses her career as a food photographer; her photos are seen on her site and they really are great pieces of work. She offers services in food blogging critique, food photography, and recipe development. If you are looking to become a food blogger yourself, Kiersten is the person to contact to help you through the process.
- How to Monetize your Food Blog E-Book http://kierstenfrase.com/how-to-monetize-your-food-blog-ebook/
- Portfolio http://kierstenfrase.com/portfolio/
- I Can’t Pay My Mortgage With Free Applesauce! A Conversation About Blogging & PR http://kierstenfrase.com/blog/
Kristens Raw www.kristensraw.com
Kristen’s blog site involves paleo, vegan, raw, and other types of ways of eating. You will find many recipes available that suit your vegan way of life. Though she eats meat, she will only eat it from grass-fed animals. You will love her vegan meals like Slow Cooker Caramelized Onions and Roasted Kale with Ghee. She offers raw food e-books on her site and how to make homemade vanilla coconut milk. If you are into the raw food type of fare, you will enjoy Kristen’s blog.
- How To Make Homemade Vanilla Coconut Milk (Paleo-Vegan) http://kristensraw.com/blog/2014/11/08/recipe-how-to-make-homemade-vanilla-coconut-milk-paleo-vegan/
- Mama Mia Braised Meatballs http://kristensraw.com/blog/2014/11/28/recipe-mama-mia-braised-meatballs/
- Wild-Caught Sweet-n-Sassy Sockeye Salmon on Salad w Honey Avocado Mustard Dressing http://kristensraw.com/blog/2014/10/20/recipe-wild-caught-sweet-n-sassy-sockeye-salmon-on-salad-w-honey-avocado-mustard-dressing/
Lisa’s Project Vegan www.lisasprojectvegan.com
Lisa’s blogs are “made with love and compassion.” She professes that all of her recipes are very easy and can be done within 30 minutes. She goes beyond her diet as far as avoiding animal products by not using wool, leather, or other animal sources. You can browse several recipes easily and click on what you wish to open. Partake in the 3 Grain Pasta with Roasted Red Pepper Pesto or A Very Refreshing Strawberry Drink. There are dozens of other scrumptious recipes to look through and make for your family tonight:
- Pan Seared Pine Nut Kale Pesto Tofu http://lisasprojectvegan.com/2012/03/15/pan-seared-pine-nut-kale-pesto-tofu-inspired-by-candle-79/
- Greek Salad with Tofu ‘Feta Style’ Cheese & Creamy Mustard Oregano Dressing http://lisasprojectvegan.com/2012/06/26/greek-salad-with-tofu-feta-style-cheese-creamy-mustard-oregano-dressing/
- Lemon Herb Cashew Ricotta Toasts http://lisasprojectvegan.com/2013/01/07/lemon-herb-cashew-ricotta-toasts/
Bentoriffic www.bentoriffic.com
Plant-Based Bento Lunches…. This is where the name of the blog derives the name, “Bentoriffic.” Bento is a word for single-portion meal that is packed in a box-shaped container. For her blog, she offers recipes that geared for school lunches for her children that are healthy and vegan-style. You can also enjoy Pumpkin Dip that is non-dairy and cute tortilla shape cutouts for snacks for the kids.
- Dairy-Free Pumpkin Dip http://www.bentoriffic.com/bento/
- Homemade Cinnamon Tortilla Chips http://www.bentoriffic.com/bento/
- Teacher Appreciation with Lunchbox Love Notes http://www.bentoriffic.com/teacher-appreciation-lunchbox-love-notes/
Lou-in-Paris www.lou-in-paris.com
Lou Binns blogs about her everyday life in Paris—she is originally from England, so she offers fresh insight to her experiences in the French city. On the menu at the PaperBoy, she indulged in their banana and pineapple juice with the quinoa and had their sweet potato burger. The pictures she posts to accompany her blogs are interesting; they give you a sense of being there with her at whatever establishment she has enjoyed. Follow her blogs and delve into the adventures of Lou:
- Feel Good Friday http://lou-in-paris.com/feel-good-friday-2/
- Le Dauphin, Paris 75011 http://lou-in-paris.com/le-dauphin-paris-75011/
- Health Kick http://lou-in-paris.com/health-kick/
Love A Natural Me www.loveanaturalme.info
There are five bloggists on this site that are experts in different aspects of natural living. You will need to click on the tab for “Food Related” to access vegetarian and vegan blogs. There are lots of juicing recipes to try out as well as a few vegan recipes. There are also articles on why to avoid soft drinks and how obesity may be linked to migraines. Check out their other blogs on important vegan-related topics:
- Un-Tuna Salad http://loveanaturalme.info/untuna-salad/
- Go With The Flow: Part 1 http://loveanaturalme.info/go-with-the-flow-part-1/
- Juicing of Course! With Homegrown Naturals of CT http://loveanaturalme.info/juicing-of-course-with-homegrown-naturals-of-ct/