Lunch Archives - Vegan Huggs

Crispy Rice Salad

Melissa Huggins — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:11:12 +0000

This Crispy Rice Salad combines crispy rice, baked tofu, fresh vegetables, and a zesty sesame-ginger dressing for a meal that's hearty, crunchy, and full of flavor. With plenty of protein and fiber, it's satisfying enough to serve as a complete meal. Have you tried crispy rice yet? If not, you're in for a treat. It's...

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Mediterranean Lentil Salad

Melissa Huggins — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:25:51 +0000

This Mediterranean Lentil Salad is fresh, satisfying, and loaded with protein and fiber. It's brimming with crisp veggies, tender lentils, and hearty chickpeas, all tossed in a simple lemony dressing. It's easy to make, holds up well in the fridge, and comes together in just 30 minutes or less. I love making salads that don't...

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Edamame Salad with Sesame-Ginger Dressing

Melissa Huggins — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:41:44 +0000

This Edamame Salad is fresh, crunchy, and packed with flavor. Protein-rich edamame, crisp vegetables, roasted cashews, and a zesty sesame-ginger dressing make every bite satisfying. Best of all, it comes together in just 25 minutes. If you're craving something light and refreshing but still satisfying, this Edamame Salad is your answer. It's fresh, zesty, and...

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Peanut Butter Noodles

Melissa Huggins — Fri, 15 May 2026 21:04:05 +0000

These Peanut Butter Noodles deliver big flavor and total satisfaction in only 20 minutes. They start with simple ingredients that come together into a rich, creamy peanut sauce that coats every bite perfectly. If dinner needs to happen fast, these Peanut Butter Noodles are your answer. The umami-packed sauce comes together while the noodles cook,...

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Gochujang Tofu

Melissa Huggins — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:03:59 +0000

These Gochujang Tofu Bowls are packed with bold flavor and satisfying textures, featuring crispy tofu tossed in a sticky-sweet gochujang sauce, served with brown rice and a fresh cucumber salad. When I'm craving something bold and spicy, I instantly think of these gochujang tofu bowls. Crispy tofu, a really good sticky sauce, hearty rice, and...

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Vegan Dal Makhani

Melissa Huggins — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:50:55 +0000

This Vegan Dal Makhani is rich, creamy, and deeply flavorful, made with whole brown lentils, warming spices, and a velvety, tomato-based sauce. It's a comforting, restaurant-style dish that's surprisingly simple to make at home using pantry staples. This Vegan Dal Makhani feels a little fancy, but it's honestly very low effort. Once it's simmering, you...

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Vegan Minestrone Soup with Farro

Melissa Huggins — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:22:33 +0000

This Vegan Minestrone Soup features chewy farro instead of pasta, fiber-rich beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes, all simmered together in a deeply flavorful broth. It's a simple one-pot meal that's hearty, comforting, and perfect for a satisfying dinner. I love this Vegan Minestrone Soup because it's the kind of meal you can enjoy any time of...

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Tofu Piccata

Melissa Huggins — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:58:46 +0000

This Tofu Piccata features crisp, pan-seared tofu finished in a silky, buttery lemon sauce with briny capers, creating that classic piccata flavor. Serve it over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice to catch every drop of the zesty sauce. Before going vegan, one of my favorite meals to order while dining out was chicken piccata. I...

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Italian Lentil Soup with Chickpeas

Melissa Huggins — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:19:04 +0000

This hearty Italian Lentil Soup is packed with smoky, savory flavor and is easy to make any night of the week. With chickpeas for an extra protein boost, it's a satisfying and nourishing meal everyone will enjoy. If you're looking for an easy, budget-friendly meal that's satisfying, this Italian Lentil Soup should definitely be on...

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Bean and Barley Tabbouleh

Melissa Huggins — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:43:05 +0000

This Bean and Barley Tabbouleh is a fresh, vibrant salad that is perfect for brightening up any meal. It's light yet satisfying, bursting with crisp veggies, nutty barley, and zesty herbs. Looking for a dish that brings an extra pop of freshness to your table? This Barley Tabbouleh tastes like summer in every bite, with...

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