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An up close, overhead shot shows a pot of spring green orzo risotto with sautéed asparagus. A serving spoon is sticking out of the pot.

Spring Green Orzo “Risotto” (Vegan)

An overhead shot shows a pot of vegan spinach artichoke orzo with a serving spoon sticking out.

One-Pot Spinach Artichoke Orzo with Chickpeas (Vegan)

An overhead shot shows a baking dish filled with baked pearl couscous and butternut squash. The bake features chickpeas and spinach, and is topped with pickled red onions and drizzles of a creamy green basil tahini sauce. A wooden serving spoon is sticking out of the dish.

Baked Pearl Couscous & Butternut Squash with Basil Tahini

An up close, overhead shot shows a braiser pot filled with creamy butternut coconut noodles mixed with fresh basil, green onions, and crunchy bits of smoky coconut on top.

Butternut Coconut Noodles with Greens, Herbs & Smoky Coconut Crunch

spinach and mushroom pasta in a stainless steel skillet. The pasta is creamy and pale green and topped with brown, sautéed mushrooms.

Creamy Vegan Spinach and Mushroom Pasta

Lemony Chickpea Soup with Spinach & Potatoes

Overhead: up close image of a vegan spinach artichoke pizza. Pizza is shown on a worn wood background. A small bowl of creamy sauce is shown nearby.

Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pizza

An overhead shot of a serving of mushroom risotto in a blue dot speckled bowl. The risotto also features cooked baby spinach.

Easy Vegan Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto

DEEP GREEN LENTIL STEW WITH SPINACH AND TAHINI - The First Mess

Deep Green Lentil Stew with Spinach, Tahini & Lemon

GINGER, C & GREENS SMOOTHIE - The First Mess

5-Minute Spinach Banana & Ginger Smoothie

VEGAN SPINACH AND MUSHROOM POLENTA PIE - The First Mess

Spinach & Mushroom Polenta Pie with Almond Ricotta

GOLDEN LENTIL SOUP WITH SPINACH, LIME & COCONUT - The First mess

Lentil Soup with Coconut, Spinach & Lime

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About Laura Wright

I'm a vegan cookbook author, recipe developer, and I've been a food blogger for over 10 years. Here, you'll find seasonal vegan recipes, wholesome meals, and plenty of feel-good inspiration for a compassionate lifestyle. My hope is to always inspire and encourage anyone, at any level, to try plant-based cooking at home.

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