Take a break from your pumpkin carving to enjoy this hearty chili. Adzuki beans originate in East Asia and the Himalayas are nutrient packed source of fiber and protein that are said to have a warming effect on the body – perfect for the autumn and winter months. Enjoy with a dollop of vegan sour cream (vegan mayo and lemon juice), a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds and garnish with a sprig of cilantro.

This Cajun-style bowl is layered with all sorts of delicious flavors and is loaded with vegetables… a win-win! It is the ultimate healthy, nutrient-dense comfort food.

Perfect for Saturday brunch, easy weeknight dinner, or leftover lunch, the caramelized onion, cauliflower, turmeric, and goat cheese in this frittata create a dimension of savory flavor that will make this recipe one of your go-to favorites. It is creamy and rich and a delicious way to get more of the health-promoting spice turmeric in your diet.

Bring some spice into your summer celebration with this fiery hot BBQ-flavored grilled cauliflower dish that everyone will love. Feeling extra spicy? Feel free to add more hot sauce than the recipe calls for and let the fireworks begin!

Courtesy of Mark Reinfeld, The Doctor & The Chef

Start marinating the chicken before you leave for work in the morning so when you get home, you’ll be able to quickly throw together a super flavorful, crowd-pleasing meal. It’s loaded with veggies too, but you won’t hear any complaints, since grilling brings out their best. Serve it all over a bed of simple cauliflower rice for a complete meal.

Beets are one of the best ways to boost your nitric oxide levels, which supports everything from cognition to exercise performance and cardiovascular health. The bright zest of citrus and fresh herbs in this savory salad are the perfect foil for the earthy beets and blue cheese, making it easy to eat more beets

Recipe from Healing the Vegan Way, courtesy of Chef Mark Reinfeld from Vegan Fusion and The Doctor and the Chef (www.doctorandchef.com)

If immune support is top of mind, then Natural Grocers Super Detox Soup may be the perfect addition to your meal plan this week. This soup is hearty, nourishing, and packed with plenty of vegetables to not only support natural detoxification processes, but also overall immune health. This includes immune-boosting powerhouses, shitake mushrooms. Shiitake mushrooms are rich in health-supportive compounds like lentinan, beta-glucans, and carvacrol, which have been shown to scavenge free-radicals, modulate inflammation, and support a healthy immune system response.

Combat the cooling temperatures and warm your family’s bellies with this savory one-pot dish. Pair with our recipe for Heather’s Special Potatoes for a complete meal that includes quality protein, healthy fats, and three servings of vegetables per person!

This modern take on a traditional recipe makes eating your vegetables a delicious endeavor! Of course, the Parmesan cheese coating doesn't hurt either.