vegan pantry essentials for kitchen staples

Pantry Essentials for Vegans and Vegetarians (Plus a Free Checklist!)

One common question most non-meat eaters get is “Where do you get your protein?” or “I only know how to cook with meat” This is craziness, my friends. Cooking and baking without meat and dairy is just as simple as cooking with these ingredients. Whether you’re new to veganism or are just looking for ways to get more plant-based meals, this vegan pantry essentials list will not only provide you with some recipe ideas but debunk these myths!

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Tofu Scramble Tacos {Great for Breakfast!}

Tofu scramble is a common vegan breakfast recipe because it makes a great substitute for egg scramble. Add some veggies and wrap it in a little tortilla and you got yourself a vegan breakfast taco. If you dig my style, load up on all the avocado and salsa for pure indulgence. See it is possible (and healthy) to eat tacos all day every day and these tofu scramble tacos.

vegan tofu scramble tacos with avocado and salsa

Are tacos one of those foods you could literally eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner?

Well, you and I both. I mean, there’s even a taco cleanse cookbook out there where you literally eat tacos all day, every day and lose weight

So you and I cannot be the only taco lovers out there.

vegan banana split smoothie with strawberries

Banana Split Smoothie

Layers of banana, strawberry, and chocolate create this magnificent banana split smoothie. It looks like Neopolitan ice cream but it is as healthy as a smoothie!

This post was originally published in June, 2016. Photos, recipe, and post have been updated.

Oh hey, layered smoothie.

Some of you might be thinking “OMG so pretty! I need to make this!”

Others might be thinking “Girl, please. I don’t have time for that”

Whatever side of the spectrum you are on, I’m here to tell you this smoothie tastes just as great all blended up as oppose to layers.

But if you are willing to go the extra mile (or just doing it for the gram) this banana split smoothie recipe is a must try!