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Vegan Yack Attack on the Go!: Plant-Based Recipes for Your Fast-Paced Vegan Lifestyle
Plant-based recipes that fit your busy lifestyle!
If you're a vegan and frequently on the go, it can be hard to eat well while still maintaining your plant-based lifestyle. You need options you can make in advance, take with you, or prepare quickly and easily once you get home.
If you're a vegan and frequently on the go, it can be hard to eat well while still maintaining your plant-based lifestyle. You need options you can make in advance, take with you, or prepare quickly and easily once you get home.
Vegan Yack Attack on the Go! has all of these scenarios covered and more. It's the cookbook you'll use over and over again, with recipes developed for real life. Author Jackie Sobon, the plant-based rockstar behind the blog Vegan Yack Attack, will be your guide, offering beautifully photographed recipes you not only want to eat, but can whip up in any slice of time you can carve out, whether it’s at night, in the morning, or on a lazy Sunday. Recipes include:
No-Bake Apricot Almond Bars
Beastly Cauliflower Breakfast Burrito
Acorn Squash Chips
Bagel Hummus Veggie Sandwich
Whole Wheat Empanadas
Sheet Pan Squash Tacos
Pressure Cooker Pesto Spaghetti Squash
Chickpea Tendies & Waffles
Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice
Peanut Butter S’mores Dip
Packed with everything from car breakfasts and work lunches, to airplane snacks and potluck fare, you'll feel confident knowing you can go anywhere, do anything, and still eat delicious food.
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First published July 3, 2018
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July 14, 2018
It is no secret, I am a meal prepper. I have little time (or patience) during the work week to prepare healthy choices, so I cook on the weekends and have as much as possible ready to go, including freezing leftovers for meals later. I am a vegetarian eating many vegan meals, and it can be difficult to find healthy options when I am out and about, which further requires preparation on my part. Like everyone, I get tired of the same old foods.
Vegan Yack Attack on the Go is a life saver. It includes all kinds of easy meals that you can take with you and easily snack on. It can be hard to “snack” on lentil soup in the car; believe me, I have tried! Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and even desserts are all covered, and everything is so appealing! One idea is for CHICKPEA tenders with waffles! Yep, I am all in for that one! I made the Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice and loved them. So easy to make and delicious! There are even ideas for the pressure cooker like a pesto spaghetti squash. I am always looking for vegan options for my pressure cooker. The author of this book has a blog I will be following, as I love her ideas and food combinations.
The highlight of Vegan Yack Attack on the Go is the practical ease of eating while still being filling and a complete meal, something that challenges many vegetarians and vegans.
Thank you to Fair Winds Press for the complimentary copy for review. Vegan Yack Attack on the Go is now available!
My reviews can also be found on my blog: www.jennifertarheelreader.com
Vegan Yack Attack on the Go is a life saver. It includes all kinds of easy meals that you can take with you and easily snack on. It can be hard to “snack” on lentil soup in the car; believe me, I have tried! Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and even desserts are all covered, and everything is so appealing! One idea is for CHICKPEA tenders with waffles! Yep, I am all in for that one! I made the Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice and loved them. So easy to make and delicious! There are even ideas for the pressure cooker like a pesto spaghetti squash. I am always looking for vegan options for my pressure cooker. The author of this book has a blog I will be following, as I love her ideas and food combinations.
The highlight of Vegan Yack Attack on the Go is the practical ease of eating while still being filling and a complete meal, something that challenges many vegetarians and vegans.
Thank you to Fair Winds Press for the complimentary copy for review. Vegan Yack Attack on the Go is now available!
My reviews can also be found on my blog: www.jennifertarheelreader.com
July 8, 2018
Want to make eating good vegan food easier and faster ? Check this book out. It is packed with easy quick health ideas for keeping your diet on track in these fast paced times. There are food prep recipes to shorten meal prep times, they give you fabulous options when cooking. Okay I struggle with what to pack everyday fro lunch, yeh it gets repetitive. There are some knock out lunch ideas. I know my office groupies will be drooling with lunch envy. I love that there are quick 30 min or less meals as well as feed a crowd quick recipes. Oh let's not forget camping recipes ! The recipes for the basics are there too, bonus.
I tried many recipes but my favorites so far are the Crustless Quiche Bites and the Savory Puff Pastry Tarts, my family has asked for them three times already this month. I think the frozen soup idea is genius, I've loaded my freezer with a couple different soups.
I loved this book. I need more time away from the chore of cooking and this book gives that. I think I'll be gifting it for the holidays
I tried many recipes but my favorites so far are the Crustless Quiche Bites and the Savory Puff Pastry Tarts, my family has asked for them three times already this month. I think the frozen soup idea is genius, I've loaded my freezer with a couple different soups.
I loved this book. I need more time away from the chore of cooking and this book gives that. I think I'll be gifting it for the holidays
November 9, 2018
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Now this is a useful and inspiring book for vegan breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks that you can take with you 'on the go', whether you're off to school, work, camping, or elsewhere. Instead of just focussing on boring vegan food that no one with any tastebuds would want to eat - as CAN be the case with vegan cookbooks (though increasingly less so these days), this cookbook manages to be engaging and offer recipes that look like they'd be bursting with flavour - and the ones I've tried so far certainly prove this.
My favourites so far have been the quiche bites, baked balsamic tofu, and the lentil balls, but they are just out of the recipes I've tried so far - there are so many more that I'm excited about!
I really like the design of this cookbook - it's simple, fresh and easy to follow. I LOVE that the vast majority of recipes have an accompanying photo, so you know what it's supposed to look like when it's done (and don't most people pick what to eat with their eyes instead of what's actually IN the recipe?!) This book doesn't just reinvent the basics that are often offered up to vegans (oatmeal fifty-thousand different ways, I'm looking at you - not an issue in this book!) but creates some truly appetising, different recipes that aren't ridiculously tricky. Sure, there are more complicated recipes here, but nothing that makes me think "that's not worth it" - so I'm really pleased with this and will certainly be picking up future books by Jackie Sobon. She knows her stuff!
Recommended for vegans, vegetarians or people who just want inspiration for meat-free meals.
Many thanks to Fair Winds Press for providing a copy of this book on which I chose to write an honest and unbiased review.
Now this is a useful and inspiring book for vegan breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks that you can take with you 'on the go', whether you're off to school, work, camping, or elsewhere. Instead of just focussing on boring vegan food that no one with any tastebuds would want to eat - as CAN be the case with vegan cookbooks (though increasingly less so these days), this cookbook manages to be engaging and offer recipes that look like they'd be bursting with flavour - and the ones I've tried so far certainly prove this.
My favourites so far have been the quiche bites, baked balsamic tofu, and the lentil balls, but they are just out of the recipes I've tried so far - there are so many more that I'm excited about!
I really like the design of this cookbook - it's simple, fresh and easy to follow. I LOVE that the vast majority of recipes have an accompanying photo, so you know what it's supposed to look like when it's done (and don't most people pick what to eat with their eyes instead of what's actually IN the recipe?!) This book doesn't just reinvent the basics that are often offered up to vegans (oatmeal fifty-thousand different ways, I'm looking at you - not an issue in this book!) but creates some truly appetising, different recipes that aren't ridiculously tricky. Sure, there are more complicated recipes here, but nothing that makes me think "that's not worth it" - so I'm really pleased with this and will certainly be picking up future books by Jackie Sobon. She knows her stuff!
Recommended for vegans, vegetarians or people who just want inspiration for meat-free meals.
Many thanks to Fair Winds Press for providing a copy of this book on which I chose to write an honest and unbiased review.
August 3, 2018
if you are a new vegan, buy this book. It’s full of recipes that you’ll enjoy at home or at work, at school, anywhere really. Nearly every recipe is pictured, so you’ll know what it’s supposed to look like if, like me, you like to see it before you make it.
I received an e-copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
I received an e-copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
July 16, 2018
I have long been an advocate of eating simply with fresh, colorful, natural and nutritious ingredients. Most of my meals are already vegetarian, and I feel the positive difference in my body. I am now interested in going a step further into vegan and hopefully my husband will embrace it as well. This recipe collection is a good place to start and begins my first attempt to do just that. I don’t know how many recipes there are in total but there are a lot of them. I am inspired.
I get excited about cookbooks and have a huge collection so couldn’t wait to dig in. At first look, I see the Pantry Necessities page showing the easily obtainable ingredients - good, I can do this. Right off the bat I learned one simple and common-sense tip - treat your refrigerator like a salad bar. Well that should be easy (I think?).
There is a recipe guide explaining notes included when glancing at a recipe; whether gluten-free, nut-free, one-pan, portable, under 10 ingredients, etc. A very helpful concept in today’s world of a multitude of food allergies and diet preferences.
Now onto the recipes. I paged through the entire book and found few recipes I did not want to try. Most seem simple, straightforward and every recipe includes a colorful photo.
Fast forward to today. So far, I have tried 5 of the recipes - Blueberry zucchini breakfast cookies (great on-the run breakfast), freezer black bean burritos (gluten-free option), BBQ tempeh wrap (first time tasting tempeh), shiitake spring rolls (minus the cilantro) and veggie sushi bento box which was a nice change-up to the california/salmon rolls I normally make. I wouldn’t hesitate to make any of these recipes again and even my meat-loving husband enjoyed them. Next on my ‘to make’ list are to try a few dinner options like the cleverly titled “butternut mac and trees” (gluten free/soy free) and one that seriously peaks my interest Spicy Jackfruit Chili. Never have I had a jackfruit and don’t even know what one looks like, but hopefully it will be easily obtainable at my local grocers.
I get excited about cookbooks and have a huge collection so couldn’t wait to dig in. At first look, I see the Pantry Necessities page showing the easily obtainable ingredients - good, I can do this. Right off the bat I learned one simple and common-sense tip - treat your refrigerator like a salad bar. Well that should be easy (I think?).
There is a recipe guide explaining notes included when glancing at a recipe; whether gluten-free, nut-free, one-pan, portable, under 10 ingredients, etc. A very helpful concept in today’s world of a multitude of food allergies and diet preferences.
Now onto the recipes. I paged through the entire book and found few recipes I did not want to try. Most seem simple, straightforward and every recipe includes a colorful photo.
Fast forward to today. So far, I have tried 5 of the recipes - Blueberry zucchini breakfast cookies (great on-the run breakfast), freezer black bean burritos (gluten-free option), BBQ tempeh wrap (first time tasting tempeh), shiitake spring rolls (minus the cilantro) and veggie sushi bento box which was a nice change-up to the california/salmon rolls I normally make. I wouldn’t hesitate to make any of these recipes again and even my meat-loving husband enjoyed them. Next on my ‘to make’ list are to try a few dinner options like the cleverly titled “butternut mac and trees” (gluten free/soy free) and one that seriously peaks my interest Spicy Jackfruit Chili. Never have I had a jackfruit and don’t even know what one looks like, but hopefully it will be easily obtainable at my local grocers.
August 2, 2018
One of the most interested vegan cookbooks i have seen so far.
Lots of new recipe ideas, great mixture of different flavours and textures as wells wonderful ideas on how to prep, transport and keep the meals fresh!
This book really keeps all the promises it gives in the title!
And on top of that the recipes are very easy to follow along and turn out great so far (i have not tried every single one of them of course, but those i did try turned out great!)
If you are in search of a different vegan cookbook that gives you some new ideas and inspirations?
Highly recommend this one!
*Thanks to NetGalley.com for providing me with a free e-copy of this book in exchange for a free and honest review!*
Lots of new recipe ideas, great mixture of different flavours and textures as wells wonderful ideas on how to prep, transport and keep the meals fresh!
This book really keeps all the promises it gives in the title!
And on top of that the recipes are very easy to follow along and turn out great so far (i have not tried every single one of them of course, but those i did try turned out great!)
If you are in search of a different vegan cookbook that gives you some new ideas and inspirations?
Highly recommend this one!
*Thanks to NetGalley.com for providing me with a free e-copy of this book in exchange for a free and honest review!*
June 26, 2018
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Wow! There are so many unique recipes in here! I look through a lot of cookbooks and most are the same dishes over and over again. Not so with "Vegan Yack Attack on the Go"! There are so many things in here I want to make right away.
I'm very impressed with the recipes, the photos (I counted only 4 recipes without a photo), and the layout. She clearly labels each recipe with important distinctions like "nut-free"and "30 minutes or less". There's an occasional far-out ingredient that will be difficult for me to buy where I live, but honestly, there's much less of that than in the typical vegan cookbook. A bunch of these appear to be quite labor-intensive (they do that thing where it's a recipe with one or two other recipes as ingredients), but she does a good job of explaining how to prepare things ahead of time to use as staples or to take with you for food on the go.
Wow! There are so many unique recipes in here! I look through a lot of cookbooks and most are the same dishes over and over again. Not so with "Vegan Yack Attack on the Go"! There are so many things in here I want to make right away.
I'm very impressed with the recipes, the photos (I counted only 4 recipes without a photo), and the layout. She clearly labels each recipe with important distinctions like "nut-free"and "30 minutes or less". There's an occasional far-out ingredient that will be difficult for me to buy where I live, but honestly, there's much less of that than in the typical vegan cookbook. A bunch of these appear to be quite labor-intensive (they do that thing where it's a recipe with one or two other recipes as ingredients), but she does a good job of explaining how to prepare things ahead of time to use as staples or to take with you for food on the go.
September 10, 2018
3.5 stars from me. So, my family is not vegan. We have eaten a vegan diet in the past, and I like to mix up our meals to make sure we’re getting enough veggies and don’t get stuck in a rut, so I often check out vegan and vegetarian cookbooks. This one has some good ideas, but I have to be honest that none of them screamed MAKE ME!! when reading through it. But that’s ok - not every cookbook is for everybody. I think this cookbook is more of a workhorse for the actual vegan - some great ideas and inspiration for planning and packing your food for when you’re out on the go - at work or school or wherever. I did appreciate the color photos! My picky eater enjoyed the pumpkin “donut holes” which is a huge win.
This book was provided to me for my review by the publisher and Netgalley for free, which did not influence my review in any way. Thanks to both for the opportunity to review this book.
This book was provided to me for my review by the publisher and Netgalley for free, which did not influence my review in any way. Thanks to both for the opportunity to review this book.
August 2, 2018
This is one of the most “accessible” vegan books I gave come across. The recipes require ingredients that are bought at your local supermarket and, quite frankly, they looked delicious. I am happy to have added several recipes to my repertoire.
July 19, 2018
The first chapter of this book presents you with the usual things you find in a cookbook intro. It describes what tools you’ll need. It also describes the vegan diet in general. And finally it explains what it means when it uses terms like gluten-free, soy free, portable, sugar free, make ahead, etc. I find their extended list of labels extra useful as it seems most books just tag recipes as vegetarian, vegan, or what allergens it’s free off. The extra categories help you find something that’s fast to make or that can be transported well.
The second chapter is Quick breakfast, snacks, and treats. In this chapter you will find things like breakfast cookies, a chickpea scramble, smoothies, toast, bars, etc. most of the recipes in this chapter are very simple, requiring little to no cooking (and who wants to spend their morning cooking?). Only one recipe in this chapter felt like a little too much work for breakfast and that would be the Beastly cauliflower breakfast burrito — it has you cooking up potatoes, a cauliflower scramble, and sausage, then assembling it all into a butrito.
The third chapter is prep Dash ahead recipes. Here you will find recipes such as a trail mix, pudding, hummus, crackers, etc. there are a few recipes in this chapter that I feel would work well in the air fryer such is the barbecue kettle chips and acorn squash chips.
Chapter 4 is lunchbox stuffers. In this chapter you will find recipes such as a chipotle white bean salad sandwich, grill and chill salad, bagel hummus veggie sandwich, grown-up PB&J, and a veggie sushi bento. Probably the easiest recipe in this book can be found in this chapter: the grown-up version of PB&J. Instead of peanut butter you’re using almond butter and adding some seasonings and a banana but otherwise it is essentially a PB&J sandwich and requires no effort.
Chapter 5 is meals in 30 minutes or less. In this chapter we find recipes like tacos, stew, burgers, squash, veggie bowl, noodles, etc. The Recipes in this chapter are more complex than prior chapters, however, they are also more well-suited for dinners, so you’d expect them to require more effort.
Chapter 6 is bulk cooking. Recipes include things like a pot pie, grits, stuffed shells, a casserole, a roast, etc. If like me you’re not much of a cook and prefer your slow cooker or steamer there is a recipe in this chapter that is specifically made for the slow cooker ( the seitan roast). But I also feel that many of the things like the soup could be easily converted to a slow cooker meal.
Chapter 7 is food on the move. But it should be noted that it is also subtitled “some assembly required”. In this chapter you will find recipes such as shake and bake bacon Brussels, mushroom bake packets, chocolate chunk oats on the go, asparagus omelette in a bag, peanut butter Smore’s dip, etc. The easiest recipe in this chapter would be the grilled fruit skewers which is exactly what it sounds like - cut fruits pieces on a skewer, grilled for a few minutes. Some of the recipes in this chapter are designed to be made over a campfire (or on a grill) such as the campfire banana splits and the pastry wrapped carrot dogs.
Chapter 8 is entitled to make your own Staples. In this chapter you will find recipes such as the taco meat, a cashew cream, jam, garlic mayo, coconut bacon, a butternut cheese sauce, etc. Probably the easiest recipe in this chapter is the simple cashew cream. This recipe has only three ingredients one of which is water. The seitan recipe can be made as sausages or as a round in the pressure cooker.
Overall if someone asked me to recommend a vegan cookbook to them this would definitely make the list. There are a lot of easy recipes, which is very important for people like me who don’t really like to cook but who want to eat healthier. There are a lot of recipes that you can take with you on the go so if you are struggling to find vegan meals while out, you’ll be able to bring your own foods. The staples, while the last chapter, are probably the best place to start because I find those to be the toughest things to adjust to as you eliminate the “real” products from your diet.
The second chapter is Quick breakfast, snacks, and treats. In this chapter you will find things like breakfast cookies, a chickpea scramble, smoothies, toast, bars, etc. most of the recipes in this chapter are very simple, requiring little to no cooking (and who wants to spend their morning cooking?). Only one recipe in this chapter felt like a little too much work for breakfast and that would be the Beastly cauliflower breakfast burrito — it has you cooking up potatoes, a cauliflower scramble, and sausage, then assembling it all into a butrito.
The third chapter is prep Dash ahead recipes. Here you will find recipes such as a trail mix, pudding, hummus, crackers, etc. there are a few recipes in this chapter that I feel would work well in the air fryer such is the barbecue kettle chips and acorn squash chips.
Chapter 4 is lunchbox stuffers. In this chapter you will find recipes such as a chipotle white bean salad sandwich, grill and chill salad, bagel hummus veggie sandwich, grown-up PB&J, and a veggie sushi bento. Probably the easiest recipe in this book can be found in this chapter: the grown-up version of PB&J. Instead of peanut butter you’re using almond butter and adding some seasonings and a banana but otherwise it is essentially a PB&J sandwich and requires no effort.
Chapter 5 is meals in 30 minutes or less. In this chapter we find recipes like tacos, stew, burgers, squash, veggie bowl, noodles, etc. The Recipes in this chapter are more complex than prior chapters, however, they are also more well-suited for dinners, so you’d expect them to require more effort.
Chapter 6 is bulk cooking. Recipes include things like a pot pie, grits, stuffed shells, a casserole, a roast, etc. If like me you’re not much of a cook and prefer your slow cooker or steamer there is a recipe in this chapter that is specifically made for the slow cooker ( the seitan roast). But I also feel that many of the things like the soup could be easily converted to a slow cooker meal.
Chapter 7 is food on the move. But it should be noted that it is also subtitled “some assembly required”. In this chapter you will find recipes such as shake and bake bacon Brussels, mushroom bake packets, chocolate chunk oats on the go, asparagus omelette in a bag, peanut butter Smore’s dip, etc. The easiest recipe in this chapter would be the grilled fruit skewers which is exactly what it sounds like - cut fruits pieces on a skewer, grilled for a few minutes. Some of the recipes in this chapter are designed to be made over a campfire (or on a grill) such as the campfire banana splits and the pastry wrapped carrot dogs.
Chapter 8 is entitled to make your own Staples. In this chapter you will find recipes such as the taco meat, a cashew cream, jam, garlic mayo, coconut bacon, a butternut cheese sauce, etc. Probably the easiest recipe in this chapter is the simple cashew cream. This recipe has only three ingredients one of which is water. The seitan recipe can be made as sausages or as a round in the pressure cooker.
Overall if someone asked me to recommend a vegan cookbook to them this would definitely make the list. There are a lot of easy recipes, which is very important for people like me who don’t really like to cook but who want to eat healthier. There are a lot of recipes that you can take with you on the go so if you are struggling to find vegan meals while out, you’ll be able to bring your own foods. The staples, while the last chapter, are probably the best place to start because I find those to be the toughest things to adjust to as you eliminate the “real” products from your diet.
July 25, 2018
Some of the things I LOVE about this book: There are bulk cooking recipes, 30 minute recipes and lunch box recipes! As a busy mom who tries to eat healthy, I appreciate being able to make food ahead of time or quickly.
My daughters and I tried the Recovery Smoothie which is like a decadent chocolate milkshake and soooo good and creamy and delicious! I also made the Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice and my husband said to put it in the rotation! My daughter is dying to make the Pumpkin Maple Donut Holes but she's decided that sounds very fall-ish so she is forcing herself to wait until fall.
The Cauliflower Curry Grill Packets, Campfire French Toast and Campfire Banana Splits seem like they could be fun for camping. We are going to a vegan potluck soon and I am planning to make the Peanut Butter S'Mores Dip.
I love the author's take on ethnic dishes like Kluski - like the author's father, my father is Polish, too, and I was excited to have a vegan option for this! I was also excited to have vegan recipes for hearty fall and winter meals like pot pies. I find it's easy to be vegan in warm weather when fresh fruit and vegetables are plentiful for salads and it's a little more of a struggle when fall hits and there are not a lot of stick-to-your-ribs hearty meal options...but innovative folks like Jackie Sobon are creating delicious, hearty vegan recipes and for that, they are my heroes!
My daughters and I tried the Recovery Smoothie which is like a decadent chocolate milkshake and soooo good and creamy and delicious! I also made the Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice and my husband said to put it in the rotation! My daughter is dying to make the Pumpkin Maple Donut Holes but she's decided that sounds very fall-ish so she is forcing herself to wait until fall.
The Cauliflower Curry Grill Packets, Campfire French Toast and Campfire Banana Splits seem like they could be fun for camping. We are going to a vegan potluck soon and I am planning to make the Peanut Butter S'Mores Dip.
I love the author's take on ethnic dishes like Kluski - like the author's father, my father is Polish, too, and I was excited to have a vegan option for this! I was also excited to have vegan recipes for hearty fall and winter meals like pot pies. I find it's easy to be vegan in warm weather when fresh fruit and vegetables are plentiful for salads and it's a little more of a struggle when fall hits and there are not a lot of stick-to-your-ribs hearty meal options...but innovative folks like Jackie Sobon are creating delicious, hearty vegan recipes and for that, they are my heroes!
July 1, 2018
Vegan Yack Attack On The Go by Jackie Sobon
With seven years of experience cooking, eating and sharing recipes on her blog, Vegan Yack Attack, this author has presented recipes that are creative and tasty sounding. There is information related to pantry staples, cooking utensils and storage containers as well as tips and tricks to make cooking easier. Some of the recipes sounded intriguing but then I would see ingredients that I don’t stock in my pantry and wonder if I will be able to find them in markets here in Lebanon. I like the idea for some of the wraps and salads as well as a few of the breakfast ideas and really was intrigued by the campout recipes. A number of recipes have variations and that is always a nice. The photographs are gorgeous and the recipes appear to be easy to follow so if I can find the ingredients for some of the recipes I will give them a try. Nutritional information is not included and I might have enjoyed having some options for substitutions if/when possible. That said, I did sign up for information from the blog, Instagram and Facebook and look forward to doing so recipe sleuthing online in the future.
Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing for the ARC – This is my honest review.
4 Stars
With seven years of experience cooking, eating and sharing recipes on her blog, Vegan Yack Attack, this author has presented recipes that are creative and tasty sounding. There is information related to pantry staples, cooking utensils and storage containers as well as tips and tricks to make cooking easier. Some of the recipes sounded intriguing but then I would see ingredients that I don’t stock in my pantry and wonder if I will be able to find them in markets here in Lebanon. I like the idea for some of the wraps and salads as well as a few of the breakfast ideas and really was intrigued by the campout recipes. A number of recipes have variations and that is always a nice. The photographs are gorgeous and the recipes appear to be easy to follow so if I can find the ingredients for some of the recipes I will give them a try. Nutritional information is not included and I might have enjoyed having some options for substitutions if/when possible. That said, I did sign up for information from the blog, Instagram and Facebook and look forward to doing so recipe sleuthing online in the future.
Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing for the ARC – This is my honest review.
4 Stars
December 4, 2018
I absolutely love this book. It's full of inventive, yet easily accessible vegan recipes.
The introduction and helpful tips at the beginning of the book are great for new vegans or inexperienced cooks. I couldn't agree more with the comments the author made about why she went vegan, and I felt like I could relate to her journey so much as it seems so similar to my own.
The recipes in the book are not anything I haven't seen before, but there are some great ideas and twists on tried and tested recipes. There are also some fantastic staples in here, including seitan and coconut bacon, that I've seen around but never found a perfect recipe for until now!
All in all I think this is an essential book for all vegan home cooks, and I would urge non-vegans to give it a try too! I'm sure they would be amazed at how much they would enjoy eating the meals in this book.
The introduction and helpful tips at the beginning of the book are great for new vegans or inexperienced cooks. I couldn't agree more with the comments the author made about why she went vegan, and I felt like I could relate to her journey so much as it seems so similar to my own.
The recipes in the book are not anything I haven't seen before, but there are some great ideas and twists on tried and tested recipes. There are also some fantastic staples in here, including seitan and coconut bacon, that I've seen around but never found a perfect recipe for until now!
All in all I think this is an essential book for all vegan home cooks, and I would urge non-vegans to give it a try too! I'm sure they would be amazed at how much they would enjoy eating the meals in this book.
June 23, 2018
If you’re a vegan, and especially an American vegan, chances are you have heard of Vegan Yack Attack. Maybe you’re a fan of Jackie Sobon’s excellent blog, or perhaps you already own her first book, “Vegan Bowl Attack!” Possibly, you follow her column in VegNews magazine. As a food photographer, she has also illustrated some of my favorite cookbooks, like “NYC Vegan” and “Superfoods 24/7.” Many readers value illustrated recipes, and as we say in German, ‘das Auge isst mit’ (‘the eye eats, as well’). In any case, you know you’re in good hands with Jackie.
Requesting books by popular authors is a game of chance because publishers get TONS of requests, and so I consider myself particularly lucky to receive a preview copy of “Vegan Yack Attack on the Go!” Many, many people online have expressed frustration when it comes to putting meals together quickly, or coming up for lunch ideas for school and office. In this book, you will find answers in form of dishes that come together fast, can be made ahead, or both.
After a blissfully short introduction (I’m not big on intros), new vegans especially will find the first chapter, Vegan Eating Made Easy, a huge help for creating a kitchen well stocked with basic necessities. The Helpful Tips and Tricks are helpful indeed to ensure maximum enjoyment of your culinary creations and also a word on oil-free cooking. I would like to point this out in particular, because all too often comments show up by reviewers who have neglected to actually read the entire book and then complain that they ended up returning it for not accommodating an oil-free lifestyle!
But on to chapter 2, Quick Breakfasts, Snacks, and Treats. Here you find 14 recipes to suit your preference, from smoothies and floats to bars, cheesecakes, and chickpea scramble to burritos. Chapter 3, Prep-Ahead Recipes, contains all-purpose items like trailmix, overnight oats, crackers, popcorn, and even mushroom jerky. As a huge fan of overnight oats, I have put the Overnight Peach Pecan Oats on my “must try” list before the preview expires. This chapter isn’t all sweets and snacks, though: you’ll also find a recipe for Freezer Black Bean Burritos and Millet Sweet Potato Soup Bags, for example. Please note that from here on out, recipes may require several steps to prepare different components; be sure to read the entire recipe ahead of time and plan accordingly. Then, you will have a fridge and freezer filled with dishes that will reheat or can be assembled in no time at all.
Chapter 4’s Lunchbox Stuffers primarily consist of wraps, sandwiches, and salads, but there are also empanadas, spring rolls, and even a Veggie Sushi Bento Box. Chapter 5, Meals in 30 Minutes or Less, has the wonderful subtitle ‘Home-Cooked Meals for the Hangry’, people like me who sometimes (or maybe as a general rule) want dinner RIGHT NOW! Whether you crave a filling stew or chilli, a hefty burger, or your favorite comfort food, chances are you’ll find something here. Personally, I have been experimenting with exotic -read: beyond crumbles and lentils- taco fillings, so I am looking forward to testing the Sheet Pan Squash Tacos. If you’re a fan of the pressure cooker, try the Pressure Cooker Pesto Spaghetti Squash. Chapter 6 addresses Bulk Cooking, featuring an international potpourri of recipes, like kluski, pierogi, and Middle East-inspired dishes, and even a seitan roast made in the slow cooker.
My favorite chapter, though, is Chapter 7, Food on the Move, because it contains loads of things that can go on the grill. It is, after all, finally summer, even in Indiana! Because these recipes are quite portable (even if the caveat Some Assembly Required is given), these can go with you when you’re invited and not sure your host will be able to accommodate your dietary needs. There are quite a few dishes I’m itching to try, like the Cauliflower Curry Grill Packets with Yogurt Sauce, Campfire Banana Splits, and Beer Can Pulled Cabbage, which is why this book has been placed on my wishlist: I need my own copy!
In the final chapter, Chapter 8, you will get ideas on creating your own staples. Besides the usual suspects, tomato sauce, pesto, cheeze sauce, and mayo, you’ll also get some out-of-the-ordinary variations, like Berry Rhubarb Chia Jam (so psyched to find the far-too-neglected rhubarb here!) and Buckwheat Taco Meat. The latter found its way into my frying pan last night: it was easy to put together, smelled heavenly, and tasted quite good, although the buckwheat I have seems to have a peculiar flavor that doesn’t entirely go away even among all those spices. As I have noticed this in a buckwheat-based smoothie bowl before, I can honestly say it’s the grain, not the particular recipe, and results may vary. Still, I’m looking forward to taco night!
If my math is correct, you get a total of 107 recipes to keep you well fed and happy. The vast majority comes with a photo, so there is no guesswork as to what the final result might look like. Each recipe has a sub-heading with useful information, like ‘under ten ingredients’, ’30 minutes or less’, ‘gluten-free’, ‘soy-free’, etc. Most come with helpful notes at the end. Haters of “exotic” ingredients will love the fact that everything can be bought in a regular supermarket, at least here in Podunk, IN, with the exception of kala namak, which I found at the local Indian grocer without any fuss. And of course every recipe tells you how many servings you’ll end up with. What I really appreciate is the table of contents at the beginning of every chapter. As is common in vegan cooking, you will not find nutritional information for the dishes included.
“Vegan Yack Attack on the Go!” is published by Quarto Publishing Group – Fair Winds Press. I received a preview copy in exchange for a review via the publisher and Netgalley. All opinions are my own.
Requesting books by popular authors is a game of chance because publishers get TONS of requests, and so I consider myself particularly lucky to receive a preview copy of “Vegan Yack Attack on the Go!” Many, many people online have expressed frustration when it comes to putting meals together quickly, or coming up for lunch ideas for school and office. In this book, you will find answers in form of dishes that come together fast, can be made ahead, or both.
After a blissfully short introduction (I’m not big on intros), new vegans especially will find the first chapter, Vegan Eating Made Easy, a huge help for creating a kitchen well stocked with basic necessities. The Helpful Tips and Tricks are helpful indeed to ensure maximum enjoyment of your culinary creations and also a word on oil-free cooking. I would like to point this out in particular, because all too often comments show up by reviewers who have neglected to actually read the entire book and then complain that they ended up returning it for not accommodating an oil-free lifestyle!
But on to chapter 2, Quick Breakfasts, Snacks, and Treats. Here you find 14 recipes to suit your preference, from smoothies and floats to bars, cheesecakes, and chickpea scramble to burritos. Chapter 3, Prep-Ahead Recipes, contains all-purpose items like trailmix, overnight oats, crackers, popcorn, and even mushroom jerky. As a huge fan of overnight oats, I have put the Overnight Peach Pecan Oats on my “must try” list before the preview expires. This chapter isn’t all sweets and snacks, though: you’ll also find a recipe for Freezer Black Bean Burritos and Millet Sweet Potato Soup Bags, for example. Please note that from here on out, recipes may require several steps to prepare different components; be sure to read the entire recipe ahead of time and plan accordingly. Then, you will have a fridge and freezer filled with dishes that will reheat or can be assembled in no time at all.
Chapter 4’s Lunchbox Stuffers primarily consist of wraps, sandwiches, and salads, but there are also empanadas, spring rolls, and even a Veggie Sushi Bento Box. Chapter 5, Meals in 30 Minutes or Less, has the wonderful subtitle ‘Home-Cooked Meals for the Hangry’, people like me who sometimes (or maybe as a general rule) want dinner RIGHT NOW! Whether you crave a filling stew or chilli, a hefty burger, or your favorite comfort food, chances are you’ll find something here. Personally, I have been experimenting with exotic -read: beyond crumbles and lentils- taco fillings, so I am looking forward to testing the Sheet Pan Squash Tacos. If you’re a fan of the pressure cooker, try the Pressure Cooker Pesto Spaghetti Squash. Chapter 6 addresses Bulk Cooking, featuring an international potpourri of recipes, like kluski, pierogi, and Middle East-inspired dishes, and even a seitan roast made in the slow cooker.
My favorite chapter, though, is Chapter 7, Food on the Move, because it contains loads of things that can go on the grill. It is, after all, finally summer, even in Indiana! Because these recipes are quite portable (even if the caveat Some Assembly Required is given), these can go with you when you’re invited and not sure your host will be able to accommodate your dietary needs. There are quite a few dishes I’m itching to try, like the Cauliflower Curry Grill Packets with Yogurt Sauce, Campfire Banana Splits, and Beer Can Pulled Cabbage, which is why this book has been placed on my wishlist: I need my own copy!
In the final chapter, Chapter 8, you will get ideas on creating your own staples. Besides the usual suspects, tomato sauce, pesto, cheeze sauce, and mayo, you’ll also get some out-of-the-ordinary variations, like Berry Rhubarb Chia Jam (so psyched to find the far-too-neglected rhubarb here!) and Buckwheat Taco Meat. The latter found its way into my frying pan last night: it was easy to put together, smelled heavenly, and tasted quite good, although the buckwheat I have seems to have a peculiar flavor that doesn’t entirely go away even among all those spices. As I have noticed this in a buckwheat-based smoothie bowl before, I can honestly say it’s the grain, not the particular recipe, and results may vary. Still, I’m looking forward to taco night!
If my math is correct, you get a total of 107 recipes to keep you well fed and happy. The vast majority comes with a photo, so there is no guesswork as to what the final result might look like. Each recipe has a sub-heading with useful information, like ‘under ten ingredients’, ’30 minutes or less’, ‘gluten-free’, ‘soy-free’, etc. Most come with helpful notes at the end. Haters of “exotic” ingredients will love the fact that everything can be bought in a regular supermarket, at least here in Podunk, IN, with the exception of kala namak, which I found at the local Indian grocer without any fuss. And of course every recipe tells you how many servings you’ll end up with. What I really appreciate is the table of contents at the beginning of every chapter. As is common in vegan cooking, you will not find nutritional information for the dishes included.
“Vegan Yack Attack on the Go!” is published by Quarto Publishing Group – Fair Winds Press. I received a preview copy in exchange for a review via the publisher and Netgalley. All opinions are my own.
August 2, 2018
A vegan recipe book where I can get most of the ingredients at the supermarket? Really? Really!
I like this book so much, so many wonderful recipes I want to try out. It's probably the first cook book I've wanted to flag nearly every page of.
I like this book so much, so many wonderful recipes I want to try out. It's probably the first cook book I've wanted to flag nearly every page of.
July 16, 2018
*I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
Vegan Yack Attack on the Go! is an exciting new vegan cookbook with creative recipe ideas. Sobon created this book to give readers “a wide variety of meals that are fun, tasty, and quick to pull together”. Included are sections on pantry basics and appliances, which are pretty run of the mill, preceding the recipes. The recipes are split into seven chapters:
- Quick breakfasts, snacks, and treats: As with most cookbooks I find that the breakfast inclusions just take more time than I’m willing to take each morning to prepare. But that doesn’t mean the recipes don’t look awesome and that I won’t try them at some other time.
- Prep-ahead recipes: This chapter includes thinks like granola, dip and veggie crisps (kale, squash etc.). A lot of this you will have seen before in some form but the author always manages to put her own twist on it. A great example would be the White Bean Rosemary Hummus.
- Lunch box stuffers: I wanted to make pretty much everything in this section as I’m always looking for new lunchbox recipes. While some of the recipes take quite a while to make, they are also mostly usable in bulk so that I could meal prep for the week. How often am I going to eat 4 sandwiches or bagels anyway?
- Meals in 30 minutes or less: While most of these meals are true ‘30 minutes or less meals’, there are some which expect you to have pre-prepared sauces that would clearly make the meals take much longer. For example, the butternut squash mac and cheese wants you to already have the sauce on hand and takes its prep time out of the equation by putting the sauce in the ‘basics’ section. I don’t know about you but butternut cheese sauce is not something that my family actively has around. The other recipes which I have prepared from this section have come together in 30 minutes with prep time included so the preparation of this sauce may be included, however it is not made clear in the book itself.
- Bulk cooking:This section is filled with some great recipe ideas, which despite the title only make a small number of servings. The author says that the intention is to make multiple servings at once which is fine but I think that the only reason to have these recipes in a separate section to the others is because they don’t come together super quickly, and therefore fit into the title of the book.
- Food on the move:Some of these recipes are really unique, it is rare that I look through a cookbook seeing new types of foods (at least new to me). The grill packets especially look like something I should give a shot.
- Make your own staples: While I'm personally unlikely to use this section (as I'm a lazy f*ck), I think this could be useful for some people.
I tested two recipes for this book, both from the 30 minutes or less category. Both were well written and easy to follow. In fact the whole book was well-written and beautifully formatted, with amazing photos for most of the recipes. As a plus the food actually looked like pictures.
The Summer Stew turned out great and used up some of the foods that had been sitting around the fridge for a while (like zucchini). I'd definitely make it again. The Kale Raspberry Grain Salad did not do so well, although I didn't follow the recipe exactly. I subbed agave for maple syrup and used defrosted raspberries rather than fresh since that’s what I had on hand and the whole thing ended up being a bit bitter. I probably wouldn't make this again.
Overall I'd really recommend this book for those looking to explore vegan cooking and even for longtime plant-based eaters who are looking for fresh ideas.
***4.5/5 stars***
Vegan Yack Attack on the Go! is an exciting new vegan cookbook with creative recipe ideas. Sobon created this book to give readers “a wide variety of meals that are fun, tasty, and quick to pull together”. Included are sections on pantry basics and appliances, which are pretty run of the mill, preceding the recipes. The recipes are split into seven chapters:
- Quick breakfasts, snacks, and treats: As with most cookbooks I find that the breakfast inclusions just take more time than I’m willing to take each morning to prepare. But that doesn’t mean the recipes don’t look awesome and that I won’t try them at some other time.
- Prep-ahead recipes: This chapter includes thinks like granola, dip and veggie crisps (kale, squash etc.). A lot of this you will have seen before in some form but the author always manages to put her own twist on it. A great example would be the White Bean Rosemary Hummus.
- Lunch box stuffers: I wanted to make pretty much everything in this section as I’m always looking for new lunchbox recipes. While some of the recipes take quite a while to make, they are also mostly usable in bulk so that I could meal prep for the week. How often am I going to eat 4 sandwiches or bagels anyway?
- Meals in 30 minutes or less: While most of these meals are true ‘30 minutes or less meals’, there are some which expect you to have pre-prepared sauces that would clearly make the meals take much longer. For example, the butternut squash mac and cheese wants you to already have the sauce on hand and takes its prep time out of the equation by putting the sauce in the ‘basics’ section. I don’t know about you but butternut cheese sauce is not something that my family actively has around. The other recipes which I have prepared from this section have come together in 30 minutes with prep time included so the preparation of this sauce may be included, however it is not made clear in the book itself.
- Bulk cooking:This section is filled with some great recipe ideas, which despite the title only make a small number of servings. The author says that the intention is to make multiple servings at once which is fine but I think that the only reason to have these recipes in a separate section to the others is because they don’t come together super quickly, and therefore fit into the title of the book.
- Food on the move:Some of these recipes are really unique, it is rare that I look through a cookbook seeing new types of foods (at least new to me). The grill packets especially look like something I should give a shot.
- Make your own staples: While I'm personally unlikely to use this section (as I'm a lazy f*ck), I think this could be useful for some people.
I tested two recipes for this book, both from the 30 minutes or less category. Both were well written and easy to follow. In fact the whole book was well-written and beautifully formatted, with amazing photos for most of the recipes. As a plus the food actually looked like pictures.
The Summer Stew turned out great and used up some of the foods that had been sitting around the fridge for a while (like zucchini). I'd definitely make it again. The Kale Raspberry Grain Salad did not do so well, although I didn't follow the recipe exactly. I subbed agave for maple syrup and used defrosted raspberries rather than fresh since that’s what I had on hand and the whole thing ended up being a bit bitter. I probably wouldn't make this again.
Overall I'd really recommend this book for those looking to explore vegan cooking and even for longtime plant-based eaters who are looking for fresh ideas.
***4.5/5 stars***
July 10, 2018
I received this book, for free, in exchange for an honest review.
As an introduction, I am mostly paleo in my dietary philosophy though not dogmatic.
Healthiness and novelty are the primary concerns for me when judging cookbooks.
In my opinion, this is an above average cookbook although not impressive enough to weigh in against my favorites.
This book covers a pretty wide gamut of recipes, though none of them are mind blowing conceptually if you've collected a shelf of cookbooks. Illustrations are both beautiful and plentiful here.
The book is healthy in a widely approachable way. By that I mean it is probably as healthy as someone who isn't a health nut will be willing to go. There is plenty of soy, sugar, flour, bread, sunflower oil and pasta. I can understand how from a vegan standpoint some of the above (namely soy and perhaps the whole grain breads/pasta's depending on your persuasion) aren't evil, but sunflower oil seems pretty sloppy. When you can just as easily use macadamia or avocado oil to avoid the unhealthy fats (omega 6) I don't why you'd choose the oil (unless you are trying to save money in the short term). The sugar, bread and pasta are contained in better than average amounts. That being said, there is usually at least one offending ingredient in each interesting recipe so it makes it a challenging cookbook for me.
All in all, this is an above average cookbook that should be good for most vegans who don't already have a ton of cookbooks and aren't as anti sugar/flour as myself.
As an introduction, I am mostly paleo in my dietary philosophy though not dogmatic.
Healthiness and novelty are the primary concerns for me when judging cookbooks.
In my opinion, this is an above average cookbook although not impressive enough to weigh in against my favorites.
This book covers a pretty wide gamut of recipes, though none of them are mind blowing conceptually if you've collected a shelf of cookbooks. Illustrations are both beautiful and plentiful here.
The book is healthy in a widely approachable way. By that I mean it is probably as healthy as someone who isn't a health nut will be willing to go. There is plenty of soy, sugar, flour, bread, sunflower oil and pasta. I can understand how from a vegan standpoint some of the above (namely soy and perhaps the whole grain breads/pasta's depending on your persuasion) aren't evil, but sunflower oil seems pretty sloppy. When you can just as easily use macadamia or avocado oil to avoid the unhealthy fats (omega 6) I don't why you'd choose the oil (unless you are trying to save money in the short term). The sugar, bread and pasta are contained in better than average amounts. That being said, there is usually at least one offending ingredient in each interesting recipe so it makes it a challenging cookbook for me.
All in all, this is an above average cookbook that should be good for most vegans who don't already have a ton of cookbooks and aren't as anti sugar/flour as myself.
August 3, 2018
This cookbook focused on quick, portable, vegan (no meat, dairy, eggs) snacks and meals. There were just over 100 recipes, and most of the recipes were less than 30 minutes (or 10 minutes) to make. The author used things like store-bought "vegan cheese" or "vegan yogurt," probably to save time and effort. She even used a gluten-based meat substitute in some of the recipes. While she did indicate if a recipe was safe for people with certain allergies, she did use soy products in a number of recipes and tree nuts in others. The recipes also used added oil (usually sunflower oil) and added sugar (usually agave). While the recipes looked simple enough to do and didn't frequently use unusual ingredients, there just weren't many recipes that looked interesting to me.
The recipes were grouped as breakfast and snacks (including smoothies, bars, cookies, a scramble, etc.), prepare ahead of time food (bars, veggie chips, granola, crackers, etc.), lunch (sandwiches, a wrap, salads, etc.), meals and sides that take less than 30 minutes to make and serve about four people (chili, burgers, pasta, cornbread, etc.), main dish recipes that are easy to double or triple, campfire and grill recipes, and sauces and jams.
I received an ebook review copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley.
The recipes were grouped as breakfast and snacks (including smoothies, bars, cookies, a scramble, etc.), prepare ahead of time food (bars, veggie chips, granola, crackers, etc.), lunch (sandwiches, a wrap, salads, etc.), meals and sides that take less than 30 minutes to make and serve about four people (chili, burgers, pasta, cornbread, etc.), main dish recipes that are easy to double or triple, campfire and grill recipes, and sauces and jams.
I received an ebook review copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley.
August 5, 2018
I was sent a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
OMG! This cookbook has a recipe for vegan pierogi! It gets all the stars for that recipe only, but actually this is one of the best cookbooks I found and read and browsed and took notes from in a while!
Featuring recipes from simple to super complicated, savory to sweet, to basics that you can keep in the kitchen for weeks. It does not matter if it's vegan or not, this cookbook simply has a balance that it is hard to achieve in cookbooks. There is a recipe for everyone in here, and while it might be the pierogi for me - I am also excited for those miso chickpeas because I just got some miso paste and all those deliciously looking salad jars that I can pack for work.
The main theme of the book is food you can have on the go, and more importantly, vegan food that you can have on the go. I have to say I was expecting only salads and sandwiches and protein balls, but there are stew recipes, there is whole chapter on camping recipes and the salads presented here look delicious! It surprised me, it delighted me and I cannot type any other word because I am going to make those vegan pierogi!
OMG! This cookbook has a recipe for vegan pierogi! It gets all the stars for that recipe only, but actually this is one of the best cookbooks I found and read and browsed and took notes from in a while!
Featuring recipes from simple to super complicated, savory to sweet, to basics that you can keep in the kitchen for weeks. It does not matter if it's vegan or not, this cookbook simply has a balance that it is hard to achieve in cookbooks. There is a recipe for everyone in here, and while it might be the pierogi for me - I am also excited for those miso chickpeas because I just got some miso paste and all those deliciously looking salad jars that I can pack for work.
The main theme of the book is food you can have on the go, and more importantly, vegan food that you can have on the go. I have to say I was expecting only salads and sandwiches and protein balls, but there are stew recipes, there is whole chapter on camping recipes and the salads presented here look delicious! It surprised me, it delighted me and I cannot type any other word because I am going to make those vegan pierogi!
July 28, 2018
I received a copy of this book via NetGalley and Fair Winds Press for an honest review.
Wow Vegan Yack Attack on the Go! is a cookbook that any vegan would be very eager to own. It is filled to the brim with wonderful delicious recipes that sound great and taste even better. As a housefull of very hungry people who seem to be on the go 24/7 and finding that they are also needing to be fed is a full time job just to keep hungry people feed and satisfied with healthy options. This cookbook has many ideas that I like very much. The Grill and Bake packages are a very clever way to make food portable as well as easy to serve to family members who would just rather eat while studying, rather than sitting down to a full family dinner. I was impressed with many of the recipes that put a new spin on some old favourites such as Cauliflower Curry Grill packets with Yogurt Sauce and One pot Pasta. But my all time favourite was the Peanut Butter S'mores dip. I found the layout and illustrations were spot on. I would recommend this book to all who love to try new and delicious recipes to tempt the family palate in a healthy way.
Wow Vegan Yack Attack on the Go! is a cookbook that any vegan would be very eager to own. It is filled to the brim with wonderful delicious recipes that sound great and taste even better. As a housefull of very hungry people who seem to be on the go 24/7 and finding that they are also needing to be fed is a full time job just to keep hungry people feed and satisfied with healthy options. This cookbook has many ideas that I like very much. The Grill and Bake packages are a very clever way to make food portable as well as easy to serve to family members who would just rather eat while studying, rather than sitting down to a full family dinner. I was impressed with many of the recipes that put a new spin on some old favourites such as Cauliflower Curry Grill packets with Yogurt Sauce and One pot Pasta. But my all time favourite was the Peanut Butter S'mores dip. I found the layout and illustrations were spot on. I would recommend this book to all who love to try new and delicious recipes to tempt the family palate in a healthy way.
June 18, 2018
I am no where near a Vegan, as a matter of fact I am pretty far from being one. I do love my fruits and vegetables though. I honestly believe that you can find some of the best tasting fruit and vegetable recipes in vegan cookbooks.
As I was going through this book I found so many recipes I cannot wait to set on the table for my family. The book is broken down into sections. Breakfast, prep aheads, bulk and more. The best thing about these recipes are they are all quick recipes.
Some of my favorite recipes are: Fresh Fruit Yogurt Sundae, Grill and Chill salad, grilled eggplants pesto pita pockets, and hearty skillet cornbread to name a few.
Everyone should check out this delicious book.
I received this book from the Author or Publisher via Netgalley.com to read and review.
As I was going through this book I found so many recipes I cannot wait to set on the table for my family. The book is broken down into sections. Breakfast, prep aheads, bulk and more. The best thing about these recipes are they are all quick recipes.
Some of my favorite recipes are: Fresh Fruit Yogurt Sundae, Grill and Chill salad, grilled eggplants pesto pita pockets, and hearty skillet cornbread to name a few.
Everyone should check out this delicious book.
I received this book from the Author or Publisher via Netgalley.com to read and review.
June 26, 2018
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This Vegan cookbook is fantastic! The recipes sound delicious and I am so excited to try them out!
While a few seem to use store bought vegan "fake" products, like cheese, most do not and have actual recipes for foods like bacon and cheese that use vegan foods to substitute in. Since I'm a mom of young children and we don't have extra to spend on expensive vegan free specialty foods, I love that they have easy do it yourself recipes!
The only thing I would change is to have more pictures and having nutritional facts. Otherwise it is spot on and an essential for every Vegan or anyone who is trying to improve their health by eating better!
This Vegan cookbook is fantastic! The recipes sound delicious and I am so excited to try them out!
While a few seem to use store bought vegan "fake" products, like cheese, most do not and have actual recipes for foods like bacon and cheese that use vegan foods to substitute in. Since I'm a mom of young children and we don't have extra to spend on expensive vegan free specialty foods, I love that they have easy do it yourself recipes!
The only thing I would change is to have more pictures and having nutritional facts. Otherwise it is spot on and an essential for every Vegan or anyone who is trying to improve their health by eating better!
July 13, 2018
This is a colourful and inspiring book full of recipes, well laid out, under the headings: breakfasts; food to prepare ahead; lunch box ideas; meals in thirty minutes or less; bulk cooking; food on the move and make your own staples. As a non-vegan I still found the recipes, with their accompanying photos, very tempting with lots of variety. It's worth noting that a few of the recipes require a food processor, a pressure cooker, a waffle maker or a blender and these may not be readily available to all, for example, students. Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC.
June 15, 2018
Every recipe looks delicious and I want to eat everything. Veganism is broken down into easy to understand information, nothing too overwhelming and no info dumps. This could be a fantastic book for those looking to eat more plant-based meals even if they don't wish to be totally vegan. Jackie focuses on not using too many ingredients, creating recipes that aren't too time consuming or complex, and most importantly making food that tastes good and is filling. So many vegan cookbooks are very samey and the food doesn't look very interesting or inviting.. This is not that kind of cookbook. The book is packed with bright, colour plates of food and simple instructions, ideal for all cooking abilities and tastes.
I received an advance copy through Netgalley.
I received an advance copy through Netgalley.
July 17, 2018
I found the recipes in this book to be interesting; there were many flavor combos that I would honestly never think to try, but it got me out of my comfort zone with meat-free cooking. (I'm vegetarian, not vegan). There weren't a ton of ingredients for each recipe, which is great, and the ingredients weren't hard to find, which seems to happen too much in vegan cooking.
I made the BBQ Tempeh Wrap, Smoky Parmesan Popcorn, and Chia Seed Pudding. I'm looking forward to making more recipes from this book.
Thanks to Net Galley for the opportunity to review!
I made the BBQ Tempeh Wrap, Smoky Parmesan Popcorn, and Chia Seed Pudding. I'm looking forward to making more recipes from this book.
Thanks to Net Galley for the opportunity to review!
June 17, 2018
This book has so many recipes I want to try. Coconut BLT + P which is a blt with peaches, Loaded Avocado Lentil Toast, Kale Raspberry Grain Salad, Pineapple Teriyaki Burgers just to name a few. The pictures are beautiful, the recipes are clear and easy to follow. I would recommend this to antone interested in vegan cooking. I definitely will be using it regularly.
August 12, 2018
This book is full of recipes I want to try! The breakfast options especially look good (berry polenta, yogurt parfaits, chickpea scramble). There are also lunchbox options (for adults), and the recipes don't look too fussy. The photographs are beautiful and most recipes have one.
March 8, 2021
3.5 stars
December 18, 2024
This book has excellent recipes! They are fast, easy to follow and delicious. I have loved every recipe I’ve tried so far!
June 29, 2018
Vegan is such a popular lifestyle choice at the moment and I wanted to read a book that was different from all the rest. This book is definitely that and I look forward to trying all the yummy recipes in this book.
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