
A whole food, plant-based diet includes vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, tubers and fruits, with no animal products (meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and poultry) or processed foods. Check out our 3 day sample menu of delicious, plant-based recipes to help you get started on your plant-based journey.
Day 1
Dinner
Perfect Lentil Soup With Mashed Potatoes
This soup is rich and flavorful and hits the spot on a chilly night.
Day 2
Lunch
Black Beans and Greens Over Rice
This satisfying dish will quickly become your next go-to meal.
Dinner
Quick & Easy Plant-Based Curry
This curry ticks all the boxes of a nutritious meal and it's yummy!
Day 3
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