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Vegan Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili with Cashew Sour Cream

Vegan Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili with Cashew Sour Cream Vegan This hearty vegan chili is loaded with sweet potatoes, black beans, and a blend of warming spices. Top it off with a dollop of creamy cashew sour cream for a delicious and satisfying meal. Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced 2 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp salt 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups vegetable broth 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 lime, juiced Cashew Sour Cream: 1 cup raw cashews, soaked for 2-4 hours or overnight 1/4 cup water 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp lemon juice 1/4 tsp salt Instructions Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent. Add the sweet potatoes, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt to the pot. Stir well to coat the sweet potatoes with the spices. Add the diced tomatoes, black beans, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender. While the chili is simmering, prepare the cashew sour cream. Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender or food processor along with the water, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water as needed to achieve a sour cream-like consistency. Once the sweet potatoes are tender, remove the pot from the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Serve the chili hot, topped with a dollop of cashew sour cream. This hearty vegan chili is loaded with sweet potatoes, black beans, and a blend of warming spices. Top it off with a dollop of creamy cashew sour cream for a delicious and satisfying meal. 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Vegan Pad Thai with Tofu and Vegetables

Vegan Pad Thai with Tofu and Vegetables Vegan This vegan pad Thai with tofu and vegetables is a healthy and delicious dish that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Packed with colorful veggies, crispy tofu, and flavorful sauce, this dish is a vegan twist on the classic Thai recipe. Ingredients 8 ounces rice noodles 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 cup snow peas 1 cup carrots, sliced 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup firm tofu, cubed 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped 1 lime, cut into wedges 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons chopped scallions   For the Sauce: 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce 1 tablespoon lime juice Instructions Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, tomato paste, Sriracha sauce, and lime juice to make the sauce. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened. Add the red bell pepper, snow peas, carrots, and broccoli to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender. Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the cubed tofu. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until crispy. Add the cooked rice noodles to the skillet and pour the sauce over the top. Toss to coat evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro, and scallions. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side. This vegan pad Thai with tofu and vegetables is a healthy and delicious dish that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. MORE TO DISCOVER Sauteed Spinach with Garlic and Lemon Slow-Cooked Beef Ragu with Polenta Vegan Pad Thai with Tofu and Vegetables Vegetarian Lasagna with Spinach and Ricotta Korean-style Beef Bulgogi Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri Sauce Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Walnuts Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Mango Salsa Moroccan-style Chicken Tagine with Olives and Preserved Lemon Delectable Stuffed Mushroom Caps Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan and Truffle Oil Crispy Hash Brown and Veggie Breakfast Skillet with Poached Eggs