Vegetarian

vegetarian recipes 8/22

Charcuterie

charcuterie boards are delicious snacks for group occasions or even just spending time with the family. usually, they're made with meat, however, vegan and vegetarian charcuterie boards are just as delicious and can often bring a wider selection to snack on.

the best place to find charcuterie board toppings is trader joes. they're unique and delicious snacks add the most bold and vibrant flavors while bringing together ingredients from all over the world. my favorite charcuterie toppings are their fig & olive crisps, garlic naan crackers, tomato & basil hummus, and dark chocolate covered pretzels

while there are no specific instructions to make charcuterie boards, it helps when you have a list of ingredients and photos to mimic. the images I’ve provided above are from my favorite and most diverse board I’ve made.

ingredients:

cucumbers

carrots

strawberries

raspberries

blueberries

fig & olive crisps

laughing cow low fat – agave drizzle

sharp cheddar

colby jack (cut into cubes)

miyoko’s – vegan garlic & herb cheese

garlic naan crackers

red chili crackers

dark chocolate covered plantain chips

dark chocolate covered pretzels

peanut butter & jelly sticks

tomato & basil hummus

mango & spicy tofu spring rolls (25-30 min)

these mango and spicy tofu spring rolls are some of the most light yet delicious spring rolls you’ll have. rolling the spring roll is the most difficult part of the process and it may take some practice with a few to get started. the consistency is sticky and it’s easy to rip a rice paper sheet while assembling.

ingredients:

mango

firm pressed tofu

carrots

mint

jalapeños

cilantro

sesame seeds

sesame dressing (some contain dairy)

soy sauce, peanut butter, chili paste, agave

*optional greens or bean sprouts for filling

recipe:

slice and cook your tofu in a peanut sauce by combining soy sauce and peanut butter to a 3:1 ratio. stir in chili paste to your liking.
dunk your rice paper into a bowl of cold water
while still wet, add your mango and tofu to the base
add the rest of your toppings into the middle of the base and roll.

to roll the rice paper you fold the side facing down over the toppings horizontally, then do the same to the other side. there should be two smaller square sides still open which you can tuck under the wrap by wetting the area with a little more cold water from your bowl. *this might take some practice, try to wrap it a few times before assembling your rolls*.