There is a traditional Polish salad of grated raw Kohlrabi and carrot – tastes great! Using this as inspiration I have taken things a stage further and made a soup.

Lassi is an Indian yogurt drink that can be either sweet or salty. I like mine sweet with mango, mint and just a hint of lemon verbena.

Sweet, nutty and savory, from the chestnuts, walnuts and herbs. Yum! –healthyvic

Dense and fudgy, you would never guess these are vegan, low fat, grain free and sugar free! –healthyvic

Delicious paleo-friendly crackers from kaitsinsidedish.

A spicy and savory Mexican flavored dish that pairs well with spring veggies. Step-by-step photos illustrate this delicious recipe submitted by 5boarder.

These versatile muffins were submitted by Kait of Kait’s Inside Dish.

1 C TVP (texturized vegetable protein)
7/8 C boiling water…

This is one of the quickest meals I know, although I discovered it in one of the most leisurely places on earth. Strolling along the beach near Ocho Rios in Jamaica, I came across a man cooking creamy coconut rice, smoky-tasting greens, and velvety red beans, all in an iron kettle set over a charcoal fire in a shack. He ladled out this modest food onto a paper plate, and I ate it sitting on a log beside the sea.

1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1-3/4 cups water…

This may sound like one of my weirdest recipes, but trust me, it really works.–Kathy Hester

Featured Blog Post: This easy Spanish rice makes a delicious burrito filling or side dish.

This hearty bean and vegetable stew makes an excellent one-pot meal. –submitted by pasuleka

Tofu, high in protein, low in calories, is made from curdled soy milk, and is available in several textures. Tofu can be refrigerated for up to a week. Store tofu in water and change the water daily. This flavorful stew is delicious with pasta, rice, or steamed new potatoes.

This tofu-based filling is reminiscent of a traditional egg and mayo salad recipe, but studded with raw veggies that provide color as well as a little crunch.