This updated version of the seventies’ classic has all the flair of veggie loaves of yore, but ingredients we know and love today (no thank you, bulgar and lima beans) and actually tastes delicious. Serve this as the centerpiece of your vegan or vegetarian celebration or make it on the weekend and enjoy it for lunch all week. You won’t be disappointed!

This simple potato salad is a classic recipe, the kind that brings back fond memories of family picnics and summer gatherings. With Yukon Gold potatoes, hard boiled eggs, crunchy celery, savory green onions and the delicious flavor of dill pickles all tossed in a creamy dressing makes this the perfect salad for spring, summer and/or fall.

Who doesn’t love the creamy deliciousness of mac and cheese?! It’s a beautiful side dish to a grilled meal on a hot summer day, but who wants to fuss with the stove? Instead, grab your trusty cast iron skillet and slap it on the grill to make a personalized mac and cheese side. We’ve provided a handful of variations to customize your mac, but the sky’s the limit!

French onion soup is the best kind of nutritious and delicious comfort food. The hearty broth contains caramelized onions and is topped with a “crouton” with broiled cheese on top. This version of the classic soup is silky in texture, gorgeously cheesy, and scrumptiously satisfying. It makes a great starter, or add a salad to make it a full meal.

This warming vegan meal full of good4u spices is the perfect antidote to cool fall days! Don’t let the list of spices intimidate you—most are staple pantry items and they come together quickly to create a meal rich with flavor.

This spin on traditional mac ‘n’ cheese will surely please everyone at your Holiday table. It’s creamy, it’s easy, and it’s so good for you, too! This recipe is gluten free and dairy free but never free on flavor.

Creamy and decadent, this luscious dish is a perfect dish to serve at your holiday feast. Try using garnet and purple sweet potatoes for the most vibrant colors. Recipe created for Natural Grocers by Chef Mark Reinfeld, Vegan Fusion and The Doctor & The Chef

Sweet pears, crunchy pecans, and creamy goat cheese combine to create a delicious fall salad that comes together quickly and is sure to please!

Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable that is mild in flavor (great for those who don’t love the bitterness of greens) and could not be easier to prepare. In this recipe, the chard is seasoned perfectly with the savory flavor of garlic and the subtle tartness of apple cider vinegar. It is tasty, nutrient-dense, and makes a perfect side to go along with almost any main course.