Blogger Spotlight: Meet Tara Binder of What The Heck Do I Eat Now!

This week’s Blogger Spotlight wants you to meet Tara Binder of What The Heck Do I Eat Now! Tara’s site is there to help those who want to transition to a plant-based diet, but have no idea how to start or what to eat. Her collection of awesome recipes can help get you started on a plant-based journey!

Tara’s site is a great resource to help with being a bit overwhelmed by transitioning to a new diet, and we love her tried and true recipes that are as delicious as they are beautiful! If you need a little help eating more plant-based foods, you’ll definitely want to check out Tara’s page and her website!

We searched our Food Monster App to find some of our favorite recipes from Tara, and here they are! Don’t forget to check out our Blogger Spotlight Archives where we feature our amazing bloggers and their recipes every week!

1. Crispy Coated Baked Tofu With Gravy [Vegan]

Family food traditions can be strong and people often want familiar dishes and flavors. Although this Crispy Coated Baked Tofu With Gravy recipe is made with tofu, it is purposely flavored with poultry like seasonings and served with gravy as a tasty alternative to more traditional meat-centric dishes. Serve with whatever sides you fancy for a gorgeous and delicious meal.

2. Brown Sugar Barbecue Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Nothing beats an overloaded sandwich, and this Brown Sugar Barbecue Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich is how you do it right. The jackfruit in this recipe is cooked in barbecue sauce with spices and brown sugar so it is smoky, sweet, and tangy. Once you take that first bite, you’ll agree: this sandwich is fantastic! The flavor is great, the texture perfect, and a little (or a lot) of coleslaw provides the perfect cool, crispy crunch to contrast the tender, meaty barbecue jackfruit.

3. Peanut Stew [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

This African-inspired Peanut Stew recipe combines peanuts and sweet potatoes seamlessly into a deliciously rich stew. This nourishing dish is full of protein, starches, and super healthy greens. Plus, it’s easy to doubles if you want leftovers.

4. Cuban Black Bean Mango Bowl [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

The food bowl trend is far from going away! Enjoy this Cuban-inspired Cuban Black Bean Mango Bowl that features black beans, a refreshing mango salsa, and protein-packed quinoa. It is the idea lunch or dinner choice if you are in a hurry or need to pack food to eat on the go.

5. Sticky Cashew Cauliflower [Vegan]

The sauce in this Sticky Cashew Cauliflower is to die for and the crunchy cashews, roasted cauliflower, chewy, baked tofu and popping peas combine to make the perfect stir fry. Serve over rice or quinoa with sesame seeds, chopped scallions or red pepper flakes (optional) to garnish.

6. Turmeric Coconut Rice [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Who doesn’t need a colorful, extra quick and easy, super tasty, new side dish recipe? We absolutely love this rich and flavorful Turmeric Coconut Rice as a side dish with pretty much anything including curries, veggie bowls, or stir fry.

7. Hamburger Helper [Vegan]

The texture of the tofu and the flavor and consistency of the sauce in this Hamburger Helper recipe have been refined and perfected! Meaty, chewy tofu in a thick, savory sauce.

8. Spicy Black Pepper Tofu [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

This Spicy Black Pepper Tofu recipe is phenomenal not only in taste but also in visual appeal. Tofu is sautéed with shallots, fresh chili peppers, a healthy amount of garlic and ginger, and a special spice blend. This flavor-packed tofu dish is easy to make, cooks in under 30 minutes, and pairs wonderfully with rice or grains of your choice.

9. Summer’s End Black Bean and Corn Macaroni Salad [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

This vegan take on the classic macaroni salad is perfect for picnics, the beach, lunch, dinner, you name it. This Summer’s End Black Bean and Corn Macaroni Salad is better than your favorite deli macaroni salad with the addition of some serious flavor and of course healthy ingredients to make you feel better about eating pasta. Whip up this recipe if the thought of cooking in the hot weather makes you sweat.

10. Curried Mushroom Barley Lentil Soup with Spinach [Vegan]

This Curried Mushroom Barley Lentil Soup with Spinach is not only for vegans but for the meat eaters in your life as well. Why meat eaters? Well because this soup is rich with umami, the fifth ‘taste’ that makes foods savory, complex and deeply flavorful.

11. Baked Turmeric and Coconut Crusted Tofu With Thai Chili Sauce [Vegan]

Turmeric, garlic, and coconut milk make for an amazing flavor pairing in this Baked Turmeric and Coconut Crusted Tofu With Thai Chili Sauce. Tofu is pressed, marinated in a savory sauce, then tossed in a mixture of coconut and turmeric and baked until crispy and golden. Pair it with Thai chili sauce for dipping and your favorite vegetables.

12. Spicy Middle Eastern Braised Chickpeas With Cauliflower [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For this Spicy Middle Eastern Braised Chickpeas With Cauliflower, chickpeas and cauliflower are braised in a spicy, fragrant coconut and tomato sauce made with a homemade spice blend. Smoky cumin, turmeric, cloves, coriander, and cardamom dominate the flavor profile. Serve this simple, flavorful dish with rice, flatbread, or with your favorite grains.

13. Artichoke Walnut Bruschetta [Vegan]

Unbelievably delicious, theseArtichoke Walnut Bruschetta are a fantastic replacement for whatever it was you were planning on having for lunch..or supper! Whip them up in 10 minutes and better yet, you can freeze half for another time. You just need to thaw and give it a quick stir and it’s just as incredibly yummy as the day you made it.

14. Hearty Red Lentil and Sweet Potato Instant Pot Soup [Vegan]

A hearty, flavourful lentil soup recipe for the Instant Pot. Let this Hearty Red Lentil and Sweet Potato Instant Pot Soup sit for a couple of hours to allow the flavors to blend. Refrigerate until later or reheat to serve. Serve with a crusty roll and a side salad. It is well worth the wait.

15. Black Bean Tofu and Red Peppers [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Takeout is convenient, but nothing beats the taste of homemade food, like this Black Bean Tofu and Red Peppers. Tofu and red peppers are sautéed together in aromatics and savory black bean sauce in this simple dish that is guaranteed to become a new family favorite. Serve with rice or any grains to complete the meal.

Be sure to check out Tara’s recipe page on our site, as well as her website! You can also find her recipes on our Food Monster App, which is available for both Android and iPhone, and can also be found on Instagram and Facebook. The app has more than 10,000 plant-based, allergy-friendly recipes, and subscribers gain access to new recipes every day. Check it out!

Lead Image Source: Brown Sugar Barbecue Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich