Nourish Your Soul: 6 Remarkable Plant-Based Muses To Illuminate And Elevate Your Dietary Journey
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We’ve all been there — questioning our diet, wondering what makes “sense,” what’s right, and what’ll actually make our stomachs happy. Despite our differences, one thing remains constant: our bodies thrive on nourishment. Plant-based diets are full of meals that provide us with all the yummy goodness we need to thrive as beautiful human bodies!
I, for one, really sucked at creating plant-based meals that I could see as tasty, because we all know a little sprinkle of chicken goes a long way. But fear not! I’ve rounded up some incredible vegan creators who not only talk the talk but walk the walk and whip up beautiful meals that’ll make you rethink what being plant-based is all about.
And hey, if you want to sneak in a bit of meat in these recipes, go for it. Do what makes sense for you. Let these amazing creators guide you on a journey of questioning, tasting, and being inspired by a journey that’s uniquely yours — no rules in the wild.
1. @JENSPLANTBASE
So, if you like Caribbean food with a vegan twist, Jenna is your gyal! I came across her page when I saw a recipe for vegan jerk chicken made with oyster mushrooms and my world was literally shook. She creates anything from curry, stews, pastas and even hemp brownies on her feed that will help you venture into a new culinary world that gives any vegan diet a kick.
Jerk Chick’n 🇯🇲 – another plant-based, creative & fun recipe made with king oyster mushrooms! I loveee jerk chicken and this alternative really hit the spot 😋💛 As some of you know, I love the creative element of creating these recipes but as a busy bee I mostly cook quick meals and save the extra creative recipes for occasions. However this recipe is sooo good and really hit me culturally that I will be adding it to my rotation! The boneless version only takes 15 mins to prep and is by far my favourite of the 2 options! 🌱 6 king oyster mushrooms 🌱 1 tbsp nutritional yeast 🌱 1 tsp sage 🌱 1 tbsp all purpose seasoning 🌱 1 tsp allspice 🌱 1-2 tsp jerk marinade 🌱 3 rice paper sheet Coating Seasoning 🌱 1-2 tsp jerk seasoning 🌱 ½ tsp all purpose 🌱 ½ tsp paprika 🌱 1 tbsp oil Servings: It takes 150g which is about 2 shrooms for each piece. So this recipe makes about 3 pieces of mock meat. Boil the mushrooms in the sage, all purpose seasoning, 1-2 tsp jerk marinade and nutritional yeast for about 10 mins. Then drain the water and pat try with a kitchen towel. Assemble as shown in the video but layer it up in the center for the drumsticks to make it thick. For the boneless piece, layer it up to the desired thickness. Airfry/roast for 15-20 min at 190oC. Tips: I recommend making your own jerk marinade if you can’t take a lot of spice. You can find one of my recipes under my Rasta Pasta reel. #pla#plantbasedrecipesg#veganrecipesg#veganchickenr#jerkchickeng#veganjerkchickena#plantainam#jamaicanveganam#jamaicanfoodm#jamaicanveganfoodalisvital
If you’re into tasty south-of-the-border eats, check out @healthysimpleyum! Anna Rios is the genius behind mouthwatering healthy Mexican food that’s as good for you as it is delicious. As a nutritionist, she’s all about “nutritious and balanced” Mexican dishes. Anna’s on a mission to make healthy eating exciting — nutritious doesn’t have to mean boring!
Tlayuda is an iconic street food from Oaxaca, Mexico. I’m not saying that this is “authentic” or exactly like the ones I ate in Mexico but I did what I could with the ingredients that were accessible to me. It is a large crispy tortilla topped with refried beans, cheese, meats, and vegetables. It’s delicious and similar to a tostada — not as crispy, thinner and ten times better! Makes 4 Tlayudas Ingredients: 2 cups masa harina (see above) 2 cups warm water 2 tbsp neutral oil (optional) 2 cups refried beans of choice, canned or homemade 2 cups of shredded cheese 2 cups shredded cabbage Salsa of choice 2 avocados, sliced Sour cream (optional) Cilantro for garnish Full recipe linked in my bio! #tlayuda#tlayudas#tlayudasoaxaqueñas#oaxacamexico#healthymexicanrecipe#plantbasedmexican#mexicanrecipes#mexicanpizza
Alyssa is her name and plant-based and soy-free recipes is her game. Her feed is a delightful haven for those seeking simplicity and flavor in equal measure. Every recipe she shares is a testament to her commitment to crafting meals that are not just easy, but also immensely satisfying, all delivered with a soft touch that resonates with her followers. Expect juices, wraps, soups and more!
Cauliflower mushrooms (sparassis) 🍄 made in a spicy peanut sauce. Have you ever tried these mushrooms? Recipe below for my go-to spicy peanut sauce: – 1/3 cup peanut butter (no other ingredients, just peanuts) – 2 tbsp coconut aminos (substitute soy sauce) – 1 garlic clove, minced – 1 thumb sized piece of ginger, grated – 1/2 key lime, juiced (substitute rice vinegar) – 1 tsp onion powder – 1/2 tsp white pepper – 1 tsp dried chillies – 1 tsp scotch bonnet hot sauce (optional, use sriracha or hot chili paste) – 1 tbsp date sugar (substitute maple syrup or other sweetener) – 1/4 cup water (add more if needed for consistency) #cauliflowermushroom#sparassis#spicypeanutnoodles#peanutsauce#noodlerecipe
Felicia Cox is the founder of @vtgretreats, a platform for curated wellness events that streams from her primary page where she shares tasty and also colorful juice recipes, meals, and detox tips! As a spiritual wellness health coach, her page is an extension of this work, filling your heart, soul, and mind with fruits of the earth and the spirit.
I mean, with a name like that, what can we expect…all the vegan, all the hippie, and all the SOL! Dominique is a full time content creator turning “plant-based dreams into delicious reality.” Her recipes are super relatable with easy “veganized” meals from everyday breakfast sandwiches, hearty lunches, and tasty dinner recipes.
Made some Vegan Soup Dumplings and they did not disappoint. They were better than I remembered. Fun fact a lot of soup dumplings have gelatin in them making them not vegan. Don’t worry though. Now you can just make this recipe. 🌱🥟 Soup Dumpling Broth ingredients: 2 cups water 2 tablespoons tamari 1 tablespoon vegan oyster sauce Half vegan chicken bouillon cube 3-5 dried shiitake mushrooms Scallions Crushed red pepper White pepper Pinch of sugar Pinch of salt (if needed) Simmer for 10 mins and then whisk in 2-3 tbsp of agar agar powder. Transfer to the fridge to cook down. As the broth cools down it will become a jelly. 🌱 Soup Dumplings Filling ingredients: Soy free tofu Scallions Ginger Garlic Seasonings Carrots Shiitake mushrooms I purchased my dumpling wrappers from the store. 🥟 #vegan#plantbased#soupdumplings#dumplings#soupseason#xiaolongbao#food
Now, of course, we can’t forget SOUL FOOD! Yum yum yum. Mac and cheese, fried fish, and gumbo me please. Brooke Brimm is the “Mother of the #1 Vegan Soul Foodie Community.” Brooke’s recipes are a celebration of comfort, love, and the heartwarming essence of Southern goodness. My mouth is drooling just thinking about it — have you ever tried vegan chitterlings?
