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Easy & Delicious Plant-Based Recipes

How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Excerpt Think going plant-based means missing out on protein? You might be surprised. 🌱 This post shares simple, high-protein swaps like lentils, tofu, and chickpeas—plus lesser-known sources like grains, veggies, and even fruit. Best of all, it’s easy to power up your plate without meat. 💚✨

Staple Salad Recipe | Quick, Crunchy & Packed with Plant Variety

Enjoy this Staple Salad with pre-shredded cabbage, spinach, beans, fresh veggies, and herbs. Quick, crunchy, and packed with plant-based goodness.

Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta | Rich, Hearty, and Plant-Based

Enjoy this Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta made with Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a rich tomato-yogurt sauce. Easy, hearty, and plant-based!

Plant-Based Taco Salad | Crunchy, Protein-Packed, and Delicious

Try this delicious, protein-packed Plant-Based Taco Salad made with cabbage, Beyond Meat, and fresh veggies. It’s great for your health and the planet.

Flax Oatmeal + Nuts and Berries | Plant-Based Breakfast

Enjoy protein-packed Flax Oatmeal with berries, nuts, and flaxseed meal. A plant-powered breakfast rich in fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants.

Avocado + Tofu Toast – A Protein-Packed, Plant-Powered Breakfast

Try this protein-packed Avocado + Tofu Toast topped with cherry tomatoes, crunchy veggies, and pumpkin seeds. A quick, plant-powered breakfast loaded with fiber, healthy fats, and flavor!

🌱 Weekend Tofu Scramble: A Hearty, Planet-Friendly Breakfast

A cozy, customizable tofu scramble that’s perfect for weekends—and better for the planet. Packed with protein, easy to make, and endlessly flexible. No measuring required—just chop, toss, and enjoy!

Quinoa Power Bowl | Easy Plant-Based Meal

Whole foods make meals effortless—just mix what you have and discover what you love! This week, I batch-cooked quinoa and tossed together a quick, fiber-packed bowl in minutes. ✨ Why quinoa? It’s a complete protein, naturally gluten-free, and planet-friendly—plus, it’s perfect for meal prep!

Easy & Delicious Plant-Based Recipes

Discover easy, wholesome whole food plant-based (WFPB) recipes and simple meal ideas to make plant-forward eating delicious, satisfying, and effortless.

How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Staple Salad Recipe | Quick, Crunchy & Packed with Plant Variety

Enjoy this Staple Salad with pre-shredded cabbage, spinach, beans, fresh veggies, and herbs. Quick, crunchy, and packed with plant-based goodness.

Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta | Rich, Hearty, and Plant-Based

Enjoy this Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta made with Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a rich tomato-yogurt sauce. Easy, hearty, and plant-based!

Plant-Based Taco Salad | Crunchy, Protein-Packed, and Delicious

Try this delicious, protein-packed Plant-Based Taco Salad made with cabbage, Beyond Meat, and fresh veggies. It’s great for your health and the planet.

Flax Oatmeal + Nuts and Berries | Plant-Based Breakfast

Enjoy protein-packed Flax Oatmeal with berries, nuts, and flaxseed meal. A plant-powered breakfast rich in fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants.

Avocado + Tofu Toast – A Protein-Packed, Plant-Powered Breakfast

Try this protein-packed Avocado + Tofu Toast topped with cherry tomatoes, crunchy veggies, and pumpkin seeds. A quick, plant-powered breakfast loaded with fiber, healthy fats, and flavor!

🌱 Weekend Tofu Scramble: A Hearty, Planet-Friendly Breakfast

Quinoa Power Bowl | Easy Plant-Based Meal

Start Here

Beginner tips, recipes, and guides for transitioning to a plant-forward lifestyle.

Whole Plant Food Guide | Simple, Healthy Plant-Based Eating

Enjoy this Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta made with Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a rich tomato-yogurt sauce. Easy, hearty, and plant-based!

How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Welcome! Eating More Plant-Based Is Easier Than You Think—Here’s How

Change is easier when we focus on what we can do instead of what we can’t. That’s the idea behind Pigs Are Smart. If you’re looking for a simple way to eat healthier, reduce your impact, and align with your values, the answer isn’t about giving up—it’s about adding more. More whole grains, beans, fruits, and veggies. Small, doable shifts—one meal at a time. In this post, we share practical strategies from Meat Me Halfway author Brian Kateman to help you make plant-forward eating feel easy and approachable.

The Least We Can Do: Small Shifts, Big Impact on Our Planet

"When radical change is needed, many argue that it is impossible for individual actions to incite it, so it’s futile for anyone to try. This is exactly the opposite of the truth. . ." Foer, Jonathan Safran (2019)

Eating for the Planet

Environmental topics (e.g., sustainability, carbon footprint, water conservation).

Are Plant-Based Meats Unhealthy Because They’re Processed? Let’s Break It Down

Is plant-based sausage healthier? 🌱 Beyond Sausage has less saturated fat, zero cholesterol, and more fiber than pork sausage—making it a smarter swap for your plate. Plus, with today’s delicious plant-based options, why stick with the environmental toll of meat? Get the full breakdown! →

What’s Happening in the Amazon? Why Your Food Choices Matter

The Amazon rainforest—one of the most biodiverse places on Earth—is under threat, and surprisingly, our food choices play a role in its destruction.

The Least We Can Do: Small Shifts, Big Impact on Our Planet

Eating for You

Health-focused content (e.g., nutrition, meal planning, fitness benefits).

Whole Plant Food Guide | Simple, Healthy Plant-Based Eating

Enjoy this Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta made with Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a rich tomato-yogurt sauce. Easy, hearty, and plant-based!

How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta | Rich, Hearty, and Plant-Based

Enjoy this Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta made with Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a rich tomato-yogurt sauce. Easy, hearty, and plant-based!

Plant-Based Taco Salad | Crunchy, Protein-Packed, and Delicious

Try this delicious, protein-packed Plant-Based Taco Salad made with cabbage, Beyond Meat, and fresh veggies. It’s great for your health and the planet.

Flax Oatmeal + Nuts and Berries | Plant-Based Breakfast

Enjoy protein-packed Flax Oatmeal with berries, nuts, and flaxseed meal. A plant-powered breakfast rich in fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants.

Avocado + Tofu Toast – A Protein-Packed, Plant-Powered Breakfast

Try this protein-packed Avocado + Tofu Toast topped with cherry tomatoes, crunchy veggies, and pumpkin seeds. A quick, plant-powered breakfast loaded with fiber, healthy fats, and flavor!

🌱 Weekend Tofu Scramble: A Hearty, Planet-Friendly Breakfast

Are Plant-Based Meats Unhealthy Because They’re Processed? Let’s Break It Down

Quinoa Power Bowl | Easy Plant-Based Meal

The Pigs Are Smart Guide to Longevity: How Small Lifestyle Changes Lead to Big Health Benefits

Boost Your Health Daily with Just 1 Tablespoon of Flaxseed Meal

Just one tablespoon a day delivers heart-healthy omega-3s, gut-friendly fiber, and powerful nutrients. Plus, with eggs in short supply, flaxseed meal is the perfect plant-based baking substitute—easy, nutritious, and versatile. Your body (and your recipes) will thank you! 🥄✨

Pigs Are Smart Recipes & Blog

Easy & Delicious Plant-Based Recipes

How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Staple Salad Recipe | Quick, Crunchy & Packed with Plant Variety

Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta | Rich, Hearty, and Plant-Based

Plant-Based Taco Salad | Crunchy, Protein-Packed, and Delicious

Flax Oatmeal + Nuts and Berries | Plant-Based Breakfast

Avocado + Tofu Toast – A Protein-Packed, Plant-Powered Breakfast

🌱 Weekend Tofu Scramble: A Hearty, Planet-Friendly Breakfast

Quinoa Power Bowl | Easy Plant-Based Meal

Easy & Delicious Plant-Based Recipes

How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Staple Salad Recipe | Quick, Crunchy & Packed with Plant Variety

Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta | Rich, Hearty, and Plant-Based

Plant-Based Taco Salad | Crunchy, Protein-Packed, and Delicious

Flax Oatmeal + Nuts and Berries | Plant-Based Breakfast

Avocado + Tofu Toast – A Protein-Packed, Plant-Powered Breakfast

🌱 Weekend Tofu Scramble: A Hearty, Planet-Friendly Breakfast

Quinoa Power Bowl | Easy Plant-Based Meal

Start Here

Whole Plant Food Guide | Simple, Healthy Plant-Based Eating

How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Welcome! Eating More Plant-Based Is Easier Than You Think—Here’s How

The Least We Can Do: Small Shifts, Big Impact on Our Planet

Eating for the Planet

Are Plant-Based Meats Unhealthy Because They’re Processed? Let’s Break It Down

What’s Happening in the Amazon? Why Your Food Choices Matter

The Least We Can Do: Small Shifts, Big Impact on Our Planet

Eating for You

Whole Plant Food Guide | Simple, Healthy Plant-Based Eating

How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta | Rich, Hearty, and Plant-Based

Plant-Based Taco Salad | Crunchy, Protein-Packed, and Delicious

Flax Oatmeal + Nuts and Berries | Plant-Based Breakfast

Avocado + Tofu Toast – A Protein-Packed, Plant-Powered Breakfast

🌱 Weekend Tofu Scramble: A Hearty, Planet-Friendly Breakfast

Are Plant-Based Meats Unhealthy Because They’re Processed? Let’s Break It Down

Quinoa Power Bowl | Easy Plant-Based Meal

The Pigs Are Smart Guide to Longevity: How Small Lifestyle Changes Lead to Big Health Benefits

Boost Your Health Daily with Just 1 Tablespoon of Flaxseed Meal

Welcome! Eating More Plant-Based Is Easier Than You Think—Here’s How

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