4 Swaps that make plant based cooking a breeze

So, you want to give Meatless Mondays a try? Great idea! One of the easiest swaps to start with is replacing ground beef with a plant-based alternative. Ground beef was a staple in my household growing up—think spaghetti and Hamburger Helper on repeat. While I’ve since retired Hamburger Helper from my rotation, spaghetti still holds a special place in my heart. These days, I just make it with a twist.

Plant-Based Ground and Pasta Sauce on a bed of spinach
So simple and satisfying. You just brown the beefless ground in a pan, add sauce, and serve it over a bed of spinach for a quick, healthy option.

A healthy twist on a classic!

Tacos, Because Who Doesn’t Love Taco Tuesday?
For Taco Tuesday, I brown some beefless ground in a pan and mix in my favorite mild taco seasoning. While that’s cooking, I pop crunchy taco shells in the oven for about seven minutes. Then I set out ramekins of guacamole, salsa, and vegan cheese. Fill the shells, add your toppings, and you're good to go. Easy, delicious, and fun!

Burger and Broccoli: A Healthy Take on a Classic
This is my plant-based spin on beef and broccoli. Start by sautéing Beyond Beef burgers in a pan, flipping every four minutes until they’re cooked to perfection. Meanwhile, boil some fresh broccoli. Once the burgers are ready, slice them up and serve them over slightly cooled broccoli. Add dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, or guacamole for extra flavor.

Nutritious and delcious!

Spicy Chicken and Broccoli
Daring’s Spicy Chicken is a lifesaver for quick meals. Heat it up in a pan, boil some broccoli on the side, and then mix them together in the chicken pan. Stir until everything is coated in those delicious spices, and serve. It’s simple, satisfying, and packed with flavor.

All of these swaps are easy and stress-free. No fancy gadgets or complicated recipes required.

Being Green, Wild, and Free is easier than you think!