In theory, soy sauce is vegan , as it is only made up of soybeans, wheat, water and wheat which are all, of course, vegan-friendly. However, some manufacturers add ingredients that compromise soy sauce being vegan, using flavour enhancers which are derived from fish or meat.

What does 100% vegan eat?

A vegan diet is based on plants (such as vegetables, grains, nuts and fruits) and foods made from plants . Vegans do not eat foods that come from animals, including dairy products and eggs.

What is the most eaten vegan food?

Most vegan diets include beans in at least one meal per day, including lentils, chickpeas, black beans, pinto beans and many more. Many vegans consume soy-based proteins such as tofu and tempeh; their mild flavor makes them a great substitute for meat in stir-fries, soups and stews.

Is Peanut Butter vegan?

The bottom line. Most types of peanut butter are free of animal products and can be enjoyed as part of a vegan diet . However, some varieties are made in facilities that also process animal products or contain refined sugar that was produced using bone char or non-vegan ingredients like honey or fish oil.

Can vegans have ketchup?

Yes, generally tomato ketchup is suitable for vegans . Its core ingredients are usually tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, salt, herbs and spices, all of which are vegan friendly. But the ingredients list isn't the only thing we need to look at in order to get to the bottom of this question.

Yes, absolutely ! Rice is a common grain in all cooking and has a significant place in the plant-based world too. Some rice dishes may not be suitable for vegans though, so if you're eating out or following a recipe make sure there are no meat, fish or other animal products being used before you tuck in!

What vegan meal can I eat everyday?

Every day eat a large spinach and mixed greens salad with black beans, blueberries, walnuts and other veggies on a bed of quinoa or brown rice. Top that off with a cashew-based salad dressing and you're done. So easy.

Can vegans eat pasta?

Most packaged pasta—including spaghetti, penne, and more—is vegan . It's worth checking the label to be sure, as some pasta contains eggs, but most of the pasta you see on the supermarket shelves is 100% vegan!

What dishes are naturally vegan?

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What do picky vegans eat?

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100 Vegan Recipes for the Holiday Season 2014

Thanksgiving is in a few days and Christmas and all the other holidays that happen this time of year are not far behind. Plus, there's all of those potlucks and get-togethers in between, not to mention all of the chilly fall and winter nights that demand heartier, comforting foods! Embrace the holiday season and all of its wonderful opportunities to enjoy its tasty bounty! Here's a bunch of my personal favorite vegan holiday recipes, plus some from some of my favorite bloggers!

Brunch

During the holidays, brunch can be anything from something very light on Thanksgiving morning, to an extravagant affair on Christmas morning. Here are some ideas for both as well as for all of thosecasual brunches to catch up with friends and family in from out of town.

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Salted Caramel Glaze

Salted Caramel Pecan Waffles with Caramelized Apple Topping

Baked Apple Cinnamon French Toast Oatmeal

Caramelized Pear Muffins

Triple Ginger Molasses Granola

Twice-Baked Oatmeal Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Baked Coffee Cake French Toast

Persimmon Cornmeal Pancakes with Maple Cranberry Sauce

Black Forest Granola

Pumpkin Persimmon Overnight Oats

Pumpkin Spice Granola

Spiced Orange Cacao Nib Waffles with Fig Compote

Appetizers & Snacks

Sometimes you need a quick nibble before you dash out to do some holiday shopping or perhaps you need something to serve your guests while the main course is in the oven. Either way, one of these options should cover your needs.

Portobello Mushroom Bruschetta with Truffled White Bean Hummus

Roasted Cauliflower Pumpkin Swirl Dip (Healthy. Happy. Life.)

Pumpkin Seed Cranberry Cheese Log with Thyme (Rawmazing)

Salted Caramel Apple Butter

Artichoke Olive Tapenade

Carrot Cashew Pâté

Spreadable Baked Cashew Cheese(Happy. Healthy. Life.)

Maple-Glazed Cinnamon Roasted Chickpeas

Tofu Chèvre

Maple Spice Pumpkin Butter

Salads

Whether you need a light meal as abreak from all of the big holiday parties or perhaps you need a good starter or side dish for your menu, one of these should fit the bill.

Soups

Soups make a fantastic meal for any chilly fall or winter night, but they can also serve as a way to impress guests at the beginning of your feast!

Harissa-Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Spicy Roasted Pepitas

Creamy Celeriac & Apple Soup with Winter Greens Oil (Sunday Morning Banana Pancakes)

Cream of Asparagus Soup with Crispy Roasted Shallots

Spicy Pumpkin Soup with Lemongrass & Coconut (Olives for Dinner)

Curried Acorn Carrot Soup

Smoky Sweet Potato Soup with Jalapeño Cornbread (Vegan Yack Attack)

Tuscan Chickpea Soup

Roasted Garlic & Delicata Squash Soup (The Vegan Crew)

Melted Snowman Soup (Cadry's Kitchen)

Side Dishes

Many vegans will tell you that the side dishes make the meal, and I would have to agree. If I can fill my plate up with a mixture of casserole servings, roasted veggies, mashed potatoes and gravy, and sweet potatoes in any ways, shape, or form, I can easily forget about the main entree!

Green Bean Casserole with Onion Ring-Style Topping

Cheesy Broccoli Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Smoky Tempeh and Shiitake Farrotto Stuffing

Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Apples with Caramelized Onions and Pistachios (Cadry's Kitchen)

Saweet! Potato Casserole with Crunchy Nut Crumble (Oh She Glows)

Chickpea Caulipots with Miso Mushroom Gravy

Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprouts, & Bread Stuffing with Apples (Choosing Raw/Food 52)

Scarlet Rosemary Chickpea Farrotto

Pumpkin Sage Biscuits (Minimalist Baker)

Homemade Cranberry Sauce (Happy. Healthy. Life.)

Vegan, Gluten-Free Skillet Cornbread

Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Stuffing (Fork and Beans)

Easy Gluten-Free Biscuits (Fork and Beans)

Hash Brown Casserole

Fluffy Mashed Potatoes (Post Punk Kitchen)

Vegan Gravy (Choosing Raw/Food 52)

Pomegranate Orange Sweet Potato Bake

Main Courses

Preparing a vegan main course for your guests can be a little overwhelming, especially if it's your first vegan holiday dinner! Here's some of my favorite vegan main courses that are sure to please any crowd!

Maple Hazelnut-Crusted Tempeh Cutlets

Lentil Mushroom Walnut Balls with Cranberry Pear Sauce (Oh She Glows)

Winter Squash & Quinoa Rissoles (Sunday Morning Banana Pancakes)

Baked Pumpkin Ravioli with Rubbed Sage Cream Sauce(Olives for Dinner)

Festive Chickpea Tart (Plant-Powered Kitchen)

1 Hour Vegan Shepherd's Pie (Minimalist Baker)

Stuffed Butternut Squash with Tempeh (Pickles & Honey)

Shallot & Shiitake Seitan Wellington (Olives for Dinner)

Mushroom & Stout Pot Pies with Sweet Potato Crusts (The First Mess)

Seitan Mushroom Roast

Farro & Sweet Dumpling Squash Tartlettes (Sunday Morning Banana Pancakes)

Homemade Tofurkey (Fettle Vegan)

Thanksgiving Meatless Loaf (Fat Free Vegan)

Wild Mushroom Potato Pie

Desserts & Beverages

This round-up wouldn't be complete without a bevy of delectable desserts and seasonal beverages! Whatever your beautiful little vegan heart desires, be it pumpkin, apple, persimmon, peppermint, or chocolate- we've got you covered!

Oatmeal Pumpkin Pie Bars

Vegan, Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie (Minimalist Baker)

Spiced Apple Cider Spelt Cake with Vegan Caramel Sauce (Pickles & Honey)

Double Pumpkin Beer Float (Vegan Yack Attack)

White Chocolate Pumpkin Gingersnap Truffles

Flourless Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

Raw, Vegan Pecan Pie (Choosing Raw/Food 52)

Raw, Vegan Pumpkin Pie (This Rawsome Vegan Life)

Vegan White Chocolate Bark (Fork and Beans)

The Best Vegan Eggnog (Produce On Parade)

Caramel Apple Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread

Nut-Free Chocolate Pumpkin Butter Cups

Flourless Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Dark Chocolate Maple Bacon Bark

Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Streusely Snickerdoodle Bread

Rustic Skillet Apple Pie (Pickles & Honey)

Peppermint Hot Chocolate (Fork and Beans)

Cranberry Persimmon Crisp with Vanilla Bean Topping

If you're in the mood for cookies, look no farther than the cookies from my Vegan Cookie Swap Party 2012 and the Vegan Cookie Swap Party 2013. A bunch of my favorite bloggers, sharing their fave holiday cookie recipes? Heck, yes! And spoiler alert: The 2014 Vegan Cookie Party will be starting this Friday!

If you're looking for a healthy, vegan holiday menu, might I suggest the Forks Over Knives Thanksgiving Menu? Chris and Ihave been doing some photography for them the last few months and we had the pleasure of shooting these recipes. All of them were really great, especially if you're trying to keep things light and healthy.

Cadry of Cadry's Kitchen always has such wise and relatable advice for vegans navigating their way through Thanksgiving and other food-heavy holidays, so her tips on Planning a Vegan Thanksgiving Menu are very helpful.

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