Much better than refried beans... and much healthier, too!

Submitted by JACKSINBOXES

I made my own dressing with honey, dijon mustard, white wine vinegar and soy sauce. I used Bragg's Liquid Aminos, which tastes like soy sauce but is so low in sodium. It is made from fermented soy beans.

Submitted by MADEMCHE

Quick and easy hummus using a food processor.

Submitted by BLUEVALHALLA

This recipe was taken directly from Tal Ronnen's cookbook "The Conscious Cook", and it's amazing!

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Submitted by EPHILIDES

Warm, nutty and sweet with just a hint of saltiness. Gorgeous with milk or over homemade yogurt.

Submitted by JAZZLEBUG

I make this by the batch for the week and reheat each morning. Fast and nutritious!

Submitted by MOXIE6

There is nothing more satisfying than a warm hearty and delicious soup when it's cold outside. This soup is versatile (add whatever veggies you have lying around), easy and nutritious. Adding both barley and lentils makes this more nutritionally complete for the veggies out there, but feel free to just use one or the other if you'd prefer. And the servings are large! If you're having this on the side, you'll get a lot more servings than mentioned! (also it freezes really well too! so make a batch and freeze in single-serve tupperware for easy lunches/dinners!)

Submitted by KEMGRIA

A flavor powerhouse of protien!! Cooked with no meat or meat by products. Easy to prepare by putting it all in a crock pot.

Serve with whole wheat tortillas and a home made Pico De Gallo and it is a surefire hit for the whole family.

Also the left overs are really good to mash up the next day with some lime juice and serve with tortilla chips!

Submitted by MRICHTER2004

I wanted to make a healthy homemade spaghetti sauce with lots of veggies!!! This recipe taste great, is LOW CALORIES and LOW SODIUM. It tastes even better the next day!! I use it for everything from pasta, pizzas, and even sauce for my side veggies. Yum!

Submitted by PRETTYBRWNGRL

Submitted by SARAHEDOWIS

Low in sodium and high in potassium. How can you go wrong?

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Submitted by JAIME-LYNN

Slightly sweet lentils with autumn vegetables--perfect for a winter night!

Submitted by DASMONDSCHAF

Cookbook creator says: try replacing the figs with dried cranberries

Submitted by MONA_MONA

Submitted by HONEYBEE56

From Bethenny Frankel on youtube

Submitted by CARBSEEKER

These are AMAZING! Fluffy and full of flavour from the bananas. And my non-vegan husband LOVES them too.

Submitted by TCASSELS

Yummy spread using sprouted lentils... this is a rawfoods recipe and it also is great if you sprouted too many lentils like I did!

Submitted by KRAVMAGAGIRL

A simple, warming and hearty soup that's fast to prepare. Sodium appears to be high but that depends on your chosen broth and if you drain and RINSE the beans the sodium will be much lower than reported here.

Submitted by MEGABOMB

Wholesome and healthy flatbreads to compliment any meal or gathering

Submitted by KWANGAWOO

Eat, drink and be Vegan p.102

Submitted by SMACG61

These are large, very moist apple-cinnamon muffins perfect for a busy school day. You don't even have to tell the kids that there are beans in them - and you don't have to believe that they're low fat and protein filled, either!

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Best muffins ever!

Submitted by MERCYMETOO

Great over spinach or rice, in a wrap. Mix with tuna or chicken. Add feta cheese or sprinkle with pumpkin seeds!

Submitted by ELIZA_H

Summer Salad suggestion from SP. Posted in article found at:
http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutrition_articles.asp?id=482

Submitted by RUBYYR

Salad gone Greek.

Submitted by LELLIS11

Delicious salad Spanish style. The secret to this recipe is to chop everything up really, really small.

Submitted by TREEHUGGER73

You'll never know these are vegan! The pumpkin adds an interesting flavor, while the chocolate chips indulge your sweet tooth.

Submitted by SILLYBRIGID

Yummy when tomatoes are fresh and ripe

Submitted by LLLENNOX

This is a really filling, and nutritious soup, especially nice in winter.

Submitted by TUNDRAGIRL

Decadent and rich chocolate mousse made from Avocados! MUST TRY!!! So Rich and Creamy! VEGAN RECIPE.

Submitted by EMILY_K

Wonderful to eat as finger food or when you need a side dish you can throw in the oven and forget about.

Submitted by BRIBIEN

Pretty much the easiest taco filling ever. A much healthier substitute for the meat in a standard taco.

Submitted by ILANSTERMONSTER

Check out the stats on this one!!! This is probably one of my favorite things to eat, ever, but especially in the summer! It's very cold, very fast, VERY HEALTHY, and just so very yummy. A colorful side dish to bring to a barbecue!

BTW. The American Heart Association says:
Omega-6 (n-6 polyunsaturated) fatty acids are the other group of essential fats that your body needs to function properly but does not make. Hence, they need to be consumed in the diet. Food sources of omega-6 fatty acids include some vegetable oils (SOYBEAN, safflower, sunflower or corn oils), nuts and seeds. Increased consumption of omega-6 fatty acids in place of saturated fats and trans fats is associated with a decreased risk of coronary heart disease.

Guess what! This includes just about all of the fat in this recipe!

Submitted by ODYJAY

Low calorie, low fat, high fibre muffins

Submitted by XKRISS6X

Traditional recipe for Korean style KimChi. So many healthful benifits, never mind the sodium!

Submitted by LADYBAILEY

Great spread on bread in place of your traditional dairy laden butter. Use on baked potatoes, roasted corn, or add lots of garlic and use it with garlic bread.

Submitted by THEOTHERHALF

Use pasta instead of beans and you have a nutritious pasta and veggie salad.

Submitted by THEOTHERHALF

Slightly sweet soup with the red bell pepper and spices

Submitted by RATSAMONGUS

Refreshing salad which reminds you of a trip to the tropics.

Submitted by THEOTHERHALF

Refreshing side dish - perfect for your summer barbecue.

Submitted by THEOTHERHALF

Sweet Vidalia onions (or Walla Walla Sweets) are the secret to this simply delicious summer salad.

Submitted by 1MONKEEGIRL

Another recipe to help me try new things and get those veggies in.

Submitted by SEESKO

Cookbook creator says: Oooh, goody! I have long wished for a recipe for lime hummus.

Submitted by MYREDRADIO

a nice way to take maca powder; blending it up with Dagoba hot cocoa, unsweetened frozen blueberries and light soy milk

Submitted by MADDY_AVENA

Submitted by BKATHERINEH

Non-dairy topping that is good for you as well as being tasty

Submitted by JENNA2007CANADA

Submitted by DRGIRLFRIEND

this is a very spicy relish served with a lot of haitian foods. it's quite spicy, and delicious on fish, chicken, rice, plantains... anything that wants a good strong kick

Submitted by BEEREYNOLDS

A little bit of Southwestern flair makes this protein-packed, whole-grain salad pop on any buffet table! Yields about 1 1/2 cups per serving, and 4 WW POINTS.

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Asian ingredients pair with sweet, soft roasted beets, red onion and spinach for a perfect summer lunch!

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

A delicious Low Cal & Low Fat Side or Main Dish

Submitted by XKRISS6X

A Low Calorie, Tangy, Sweet All-Fruit Smoothie

Submitted by MARTINEAUJ

Banana Popcicles with a delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Coating

Submitted by XKRISS6X

Rice with Peppers, Mushrooms & Onions

Submitted by XKRISS6X

Try living milk instead!

Submitted by ABEEDABU

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Submitted by JUNIPERBERRY

just threw this together, and it's sooo good!

Submitted by SUPERSCIENCE

A delicious bean dip that makes a great lunch

Submitted by KRISNFAITH

This is a nice spinach salad with oranges and almonds and the sweet-sesame dressing can be used as a great dip for raw veggies, spring rolls, and dumplings. The calories will be less if you use low-sodium soy sauce but they didn't have that listed.

Submitted by JEREMY_PATRICIA

Thinly sliced red cabbage, carrots and jicama are complemented by the sweetness of seasoned rice vinegar, grapefruit and glazed pecans. Cilantro adds a punch of flavor.

Submitted by SHAUNANANA

These are so delicious you should make a double batch so you can freeze some for later or share with friends. I normally substitute the sugar with splenda for less calories.

Submitted by AMYBURNS1999

Veggie Burger for Rick's Birthday

Submitted by RCARLIN1

Submitted by BIPOLARPRINCESS

Perfect sweet dressing for asian salads and spinach salads.

Submitted by CEECEE43

A great sandwich spread, dip or condiment.

Submitted by PAULAMORE

Submitted by BEVNPICARD

I know it looks like a long cooking time, but 25 of those minutes are boiling the potatoes. This recipe is so good, you won't mind at all!

Submitted by BUN3KIN

use any of your favorite beans and veggies

Submitted by SGRINHAM

A yummy and chewy snack willed with fiber with a touch of sweetness. Play around with the ingredients to include all your favorite nuts, seeds and even dried fruit.

Submitted by KAORIECHAN

The tasty combination of spinach and pears will keep you away from boring salads forever.

Cookbook creator says: What is more comforting than a bowl of hot soup on a cloudy autumn day!

Submitted by AUNTCIA

An awesome source of vegan protein and fiber...great after a Jillian Michael's circuit exercise!

Submitted by AUNTCIA

believe it or not, dessert hummus is delicious! My children love it for snacks. I like the fact that there is no added sugar. The dates give it all the sweetness it needs. There is no oil, either so the fat content is low as well.

Submitted by AUNTCIA

Do you like to eat cookie dough but don't like the fat and calories that come with it? Well now you can have cookie dough and enjoy an extra protein kick, too.

Submitted by AUNTCIA

A healthier alternative to granola, which often has more fat calories in it.

Submitted by AUNTCIA

NOT something you want to eat on a regular basis...but a treat once in a while that my family enjoys.

Submitted by AUNTCIA

A lighter version of traditional 'oil' type salads.

Submitted by AUNTCIA

Like granola? Tired of the fat content getting in the way of enjoying that granola? Here's a healthy alternative that has no added fat, and very little added sugar.

Submitted by AUNTCIA