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Meat Substitutes

Delicious and nutritious, though divisive. Many meat substitutes have a solid place in a heart healthy diet. Start here for some delicious and easy tofu, tempeh, and other high protein recipes!

  • Bowl with jerk tofu and pineapple, over black beans, garnished with cilantro and a lime wedge.
    Jerk Tofu with Caramelized Pineapple
  • Cast iron skillet with tempeh, caramelized onions, and grapes in it. Garnished with fresh rosemary.
    Sautéed Tempeh with Caramelized Onions and Grapes
  • Crispy tempeh appetizers on a plate with ranch dressing in a small bowl.
    Buffalo Tempeh Bites
  • Grilled tempeh triangles in a line on a plate, topped with peach relish and drizzled with balsamic glaze.
    Grilled Tempeh with Summery Peach Relish
  • Bowl of Thai salad with tofu.
    Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing
  • Overhead image of a plate with 2 slices of cooked tofu over a bed of greens, with a side of shredded beet salad.
    Lemon Pepper Tofu
  • Five tacos lined up on a plate, surrounded by fixings.
    Crumbled Tofu Tacos
  • Stir fry on a plate, over brown rice, garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro.
    Sesame Tofu Stir Fry
  • Overhead image of whole eggless quiche in a pie plate.
    Eggless Quiche with Spring Veggies
  • Bowl of chili; overhead shot.
    Low Sodium Chili (Mushroom Chili)
  • Baking pan of lasagna rolls.
    Zucchini Lasagna Rolls (dairy free)
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