Lisa Turner - The 30-Minute Vegetarian Cookbook: 100 Healthy, Delicious Meals for Busy People

Copyright 2019 by Rockridge Press, Emeryville, California

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning or otherwise, except as permitted under Sections 107 or 108 of the 1976 United States Copyright Act, without the prior written permission of the Publisher. Requests to the Publisher for permission should be addressed to the Permissions Department, Rockridge Press, 6005 Shellmound Street, Suite 175, Emeryville, CA 94608.

Limit of Liability/Disclaimer of Warranty: The Publisher and the author make no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this work and specifically disclaim all warranties, including without limitation warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. No warranty may be created or extended by sales or promotional materials. The advice and strategies contained herein may not be suitable for every situation. This work is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering medical, legal, or other professional advice or services. If professional assistance is required, the services of a competent professional person should be sought. Neither the Publisher nor the author shall be liable for damages arising herefrom. The fact that an individual, organization or website is referred to in this work as a citation and/or potential source of further information does not mean that the author or the Publisher endorses the information the individual, organization or website may provide or recommendations they/it may make. Further, readers should be aware that Internet websites listed in this work may have changed or disappeared between when this work was written and when it is read.

For general information on our other products and services or to obtain technical support, please contact our Customer Care Department within the U.S. at (866) 744-2665, or outside the U. S. at (510) 253-0500.

Rockridge Press publishes its books in a variety of electronic and print formats. Some content that appears in print may not be available in electronic books, and vice versa.

TRADEMARKS: Rockridge Press and the Rockridge Press logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Callisto Media Inc. and/or its affiliates, in the United States and other countries, and may not be used without written permission. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Rockridge Press is not associated with any product or vendor mentioned in this book.

Interior and Designer: Amanda Kirk

Art Producer: Sue Smith

Editor: Daniel Grogan

Production Editor: Gleni Bartels

Production Manager: Holly Haydash

Photography: Andrew Purcell

ISBN: Print 978-1-64152-645-6 | eBook 978-1-64152-646-3

CONTENTS

T hese days, many of us lead such busy lives that mealtime often seems like one more chore to fit into our hectic schedules. Instead of cooking, were tempted to grab takeout on the way home or buy preprepared dinners from the grocery store. But these premade meals are frequently loaded with processed ingredients and ample amounts of sugar and sodium, not to mention unhealthy oils, which leave us feeling sluggish. This way of eating takes a toll, not only on our budget, but more importantly on the long-term health and well-being of ourselves and our families. The good news is that, with a little planning, we can make a great many meals at home in just 30 minutes or less with delicious and nourishing results.

This is just as true for vegetarians as it is for meat eaters. I have been a vegetarian for more than 25 years, and I have embraced the challenge of juggling a busy lifestyle while incorporating quick and healthy cooking. Although I am passionate about cooking and enjoy spending time in the kitchen, there are times when I just want fast meal solutions. Armed with some basic tools and cooking fundamentals, Ive found that I can make time for myself and my family, all while creating nourishing vegetarian meals that taste so good, youd never guess that so little time was actually spent in the kitchen.

In The 30-Minute Vegetarian Cookbook, youll find 100 easy recipes to make your everyday cooking a rewarding experience, as well as tips to make your kitchen time productive and efficient. First, to get started, try devoting a little time on your days off or weekends to drawing up meal plans for the week ahead in order to reduce the number of trips to the grocery store. Youll find advice here on what staples to have on hand in between shopping trips to make planning even easier. In addition to the many delicious recipes, youll see that many sauces, dressings, and blends can be made ahead of time, so you can have them on hand when you just want to get a meal cooked and on the table in a hurry.

Whether youre already a vegetarian, considering a transition to a vegetarian diet, or just want to reduce the amount of meat that you eat, the recipes here are a handy and convenient reference for making food that goes far beyond just salads and pastatheyll take you from breakfast to dinner to dessert, with snacks in between. In short, this book will give you many things: the tools to refresh your kitchen and dining life, a feeling of control over the quality of food that you serve, and a sense of accomplishment that you are feeding yourself and your family wholesome, nourishing, and delicious meals without taking away from spending time on yourself and them.

This chapter will provide you with a basic introduction to kitchen essentials and techniques to get you on the way to preparing nourishing and balanced vegetarian meals in your own kitchen. Planning ahead means minimizing the amount of time you spend cooking and maximizing your enjoyment of eating a home-cooked meal. This chapter will also be a handy reference tool as you become more comfortable in the kitchen and cook your way through this book. With the basics youll find here and some experience in hand, youll soon be making delicious and satisfying 30-minute meals as you begin to explore the creative and incredibly diverse world of vegetarian cooking.

Whether you are a longtime vegetarian or are looking to begin the transition to a vegetarian diet, or simply looking to incorporate more vegetarian meals into your week, youll find plenty of exciting recipes that are not only fast but fresh and delicious, too. Youll be pleasantly surprised when you discover how many different types of meals you can prepare. The recipes that follow range from breakfast ideas to quick lunch and dinner options, as well as some sweet treats and desserts. Many different types of ingredients are used and the recipes are inspired by different cuisines and styles of cooking, so youll have plenty to choose from to keep your meals interesting and varied.

To give you an idea of just a few of the recipes in this book: Youll find beautiful, classic simplicity, from a hearty . All in just 30 minutes or less!