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Delicious Plant-based Main Dishes, Vegan Recipes - Erbology

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Broaden your culinary repertoire with this scrumptious and wholesome vegan mushroom risotto recipe. With fennel for a deep flavor and reishi mushroom powder to give your immune system a boost, it’s sure to become one of your favorite dishes.

Mushroom and fennel risotto recipe

Cosy up with our warming pumpkin risotto, full of the flavours of autumn. Its bright and cheerful colours and creamy texture will warm you up on the coldest of days.

Pumpkin risotto with organic pumpkin seed oil

Warm with gentle spices, crisp and crunchy around the edges and packed with healthy protein? That’s a snack we can sign up to. Plus, our delicious baked falafel recipe can be made in the oven without the need for deep-frying!

High protein falafel recipe

Our Vietnamese-inspired vegan summer rolls are light, flavorful and quick to put together. Serve with our tasty bergamot dressing for a refreshing final touch.

Vegan summer rolls with bergamot dressing

Golden, crispy, and full of flavour, our vegan cauliflower steak is a low-calorie, high-fibre dish that satisfies every craving. Drizzle with a zesty South American sauce for the perfect finishing touch.

Roasted cauliflower steaks with parsley chimichurri

There are almost as many ways to spell dal as varieties of this classic Indian dish. But, whether you call it dal, daal, dhal or dahl, it’s likely that you’ll have a recipe for it stowed away in your kitchen. Allow us to share ours; a smooth, red lentil curry flavoured with warming spices.

Red lentil dal recipe

Riding on the back of the sushi revolution came poke (pronounced ‘poh-kay’), a light, delicious dish whose popularity has grown exponentially over the last few years. Our vegan poke bowl makes a quick, tasty midweek meal with only a bit of chopping and assembly required.

Vegan poke bowl recipe

Buzzing with chilli heat and grounded with earthy cumin, our vegan bean chilli is fantastic to warm you up on a cold day. Serve with Erbology crackers for a hearty meal the whole family will love.

Vegan bean chilli recipe

Remember when all veggie burgers were either made of beans or were essentially a mushroom masquerading as a burger? So do we. But the renaissance of the burger in recent years has fortunately also spilled over into the vegan and veggie varieties. Cue sophisticated, subtle flavours, generously topped with fresh, flavourful pickles and relishes, but still retaining the messy magic of our favourite fast food treat.

Vegan mushroom burger with tahini mayo

Spag bol is all about sharing and comfort. This vegan twist uses tempeh for texture and fresh veggies for a light, satisfying meal. Perfect for family, friends, or cozy nights in.

Tempeh bolognese recipe

Is your social media feed full of people drinking glasses of vibrant green wheatgrass juice and crediting it for their perfect skin? Ours too! But is there any truth to the claims that the plant can enhance your complexion? Or is it just another fad? In this article, we cut through the hype and see what the science says about wheatgrass benefits for skin. We’ll also address common misconceptions about the ingredient, plus provide top tips on how to add it to your diet.

Wheatgrass for glowing skin: the benefits explained

We all want healthy and radiant skin. But how do we achieve it? Using skincare products like cleansers, toners, and moisturisers is only one aspect of caring for your complexion. Nutrition is equally – if not more – important. And plants are among the most effective options for boosting your nutrient intake. In this article, we introduce five of the best herbs for glowing skin and how they might benefit your complexion. We also talk about ways to use them, plus give some other top tips for looking after your skin health.

Five herbs to make your skin glow

We’ve all had the experience of being unable to focus on a task, grasping for a word that’s on the tip of your tongue, or walking into a room and forgetting what you came in for. And one solution you might have seen recommended is using lion’s mane for brain fog. Today, we’re examining whether the mushroom can help support your cognition and how to get the best results from it.

Does lion’s mane help clear brain fog?

There are plenty of things to think about when adding functional fungi to your diet. Which species to choose, what time of day to have them, whether to opt for a dual extract or whole mushroom powder. And then there’s the way you consume them. More specifically, should you take mushroom supplements on an empty stomach or with food? It’s this final question that we’re focusing on in today’s article. We’ll look at the advantages and disadvantages of both methods, to help you decide which to go for.

Should you take mushroom supplements on an empty stomach?

Lion’s mane and ashwagandha are two of the most popular names in functional foods. Which makes it hard to choose between them! Today, we’re comparing the potential benefits of lion’s mane vs ashwagandha to help you decide which best suits your needs. We’ll also answer key questions like how to use them and can you take ashwagandha and lion’s mane together. Which wins? It all depends on what you’re taking them for.

Lion’s mane or ashwagandha: which wins?

If you’ve been searching for natural ingredients to ease stress, you have probably come across these two. But which is the most effective? In this article, we compare the benefits of l-theanine vs ashwagandha to help you decide which is best for you.

L-theanine vs ashwagandha: which to choose?

If you’re on a low FODMAP diet, it’s not always easy to get enough fibre. Because of this, many people look for high-fibre functional foods to add to their meals. However, some of these can exacerbate symptoms of conditions like irritable bowel syndrome. But what about psyllium husk? Is psyllium husk low FODMAP? And what’s the best way to incorporate it into your diet? These are the questions we’re looking at in today’s article. We’ve also got some practical tips on how to ease the symptoms of IBS.

Is psyllium husk low FODMAP? Digestive health explained

Today, we’re talking about the potential advantages of combining ashwagandha and caffeine. Join us as we explore their ability to support energy levels and cognitive functions in different ways. We’ll also discuss how ashwagandha may be able to mitigate some of the negative side effects of caffeine.

Ashwagandha and caffeine: energy, focus, and stress balance

Like all natural products, ashwagandha has a shelf life. In this article, we explain why it’s important to avoid expired ashwagandha and discuss the signs that suggest it’s past its best. You’ll also find plenty of practical advice on how to keep your ashwagandha powder fresh.

Does ashwagandha expire? Shelf life, potency & storage tips

Lots of us are searching for natural ways to enhance our energy and lessen our stress levels. And two products you might have seen that claim to do just that are shilajit and ashwagandha. But do they really work? And which is the best one to take? In this article, we compare the benefits of shilajit vs ashwagandha to help you choose between these popular Ayurvedic ingredients. You’ll also find some top tips on how to use them safely.

Shilajit vs ashwagandha: benefits, energy & stress relief

Colourful and fresh, this cabbage bean salad is as delicious as it is nutritious. Not to mention, you can whip it up in no time. And to help make the dish as wholesome as possible, we’ve included a dash of our new greens powder. This special plant blend is bursting with vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and chlorophyll, supporting wellness in a myriad of ways.

Red cabbage and beans salad with green blend dressing

Fresh, fruity, and with just the right amount of spice, our mango chili smoothie ticks all the boxes. And we’ve taken its wellness benefits to the next level with a splash of aloe vera juice. This delicate ingredient helps support your digestive health, immune system, and skin. Plus, its refreshing hint of bitterness balances out the sweetness of the mango.

Mango chili smoothie

Revitalise your lunches with this delicious onigiri recipe. Bursting with nutritious ingredients, these rice balls are simple to make, convenient to eat on the go, and endlessly customisable.

Easy onigiri recipe

This cucumber tofu salad is here to challenge misconceptions about so-called bland ingredients! Light, wholesome and delicious, it’s a fantastic option for a healthy lunch or a side dish with dinner. Plus, we’ve added a nautical twist to the recipe with the inclusion of dulse. This seaweed brings both flavour and wellness benefits to your plate thanks to its impressive nutrient content. Looking after your wellbeing has never tasted so good!

Cucumber tofu salad

Colourful, creamy, and quick to make, this Greek beetroot salad is bursting with wholesome ingredients that support wellbeing. Not to mention, it’s downright delicious! And we’ve given the dish a peppery and aromatic twist with the addition of inflammation-busting black seed oil. Plus, the recipe includes a handful of brain-friendly walnuts as the perfect toasty, crunchy garnish.

Greek beetroot salad

With its stunning jade hue, creamy texture, and abundance of wholesome ingredients, this green pasta is sure to keep the winter blues at bay. And we’ve put a unique spin on the dish with the inclusion of sea buckthorn berry oil. This brings a sweet, botanical note to the recipe, as well as plenty of potential health benefits. Think you know pasta? Think again!

Winter greens pasta

This salad brings together roasted beetroot and sweet potatoes for a nutritious and warming dish, enhanced with the addition of tangy sea buckthorn berries.

Roasted beetroot and sweet potato salad

Are you a fan of smoothies and looking for a fresh recipe to broaden your repertoire? Allow us to introduce you to our delicious chocolate and prune smoothie. It’s creamy, naturally sweet, and bursting with wholesome ingredients that support wellbeing – including cacao nibs for a hint of crunch. We’re confident it will give you a whole new perspective on using prunes in your kitchen!

Chocolate nibs and prune smoothie

This sweet and tangy cinnamon berry bread is sure to become a firm favourite in your baking repertoire. We’ve put a twist on the recipe by using dried aronia berries instead of more common varieties. Not only do these bring a wonderful tang to the dish, but they also add some impressive wellness benefits.

Cinnamon and aronia berry bread

On the outside, this dish looks like a normal – if petite – chocolate cake. But then you dig your spoon in, and a warm, gooey, chocolatey centre flows out onto the plate. When it comes to rich, decadent, and impressive desserts to serve at a dinner party, the lava cake reigns supreme. Here, we’re showing you how to whip up a plant-based version of this classic treat. And we’re using raw cacao powder and almond milk powder to make this vegan lava cake recipe even more wholesome. Not sure about you, but our mouths are watering already!

Lava cake

There are several ingredients which, although perfectly harmless normally – and even health-enhancing – are not suitable for use when pregnant. Today, we're exploring whether aloe vera is one of them. Is aloe vera juice safe during pregnancy when you drink it? Is aloe vera juice safe during pregnancy when you apply it topically? Let’s find out.

Aloe vera during pregnancy: is it safe? Benefits and potential risks

In today’s article, we’re having a mini liver-health showdown! It’s TUDCA vs milk thistle in a battle to see which comes out on top for looking after the liver. What are these products? How do they benefit the liver? Can you take TUDCA and milk thistle together? Find out the answers to all these questions and more below.

Tudca vs. milk thistle: which one to go for?

Lion’s mane mushroom is a fantastic fungus which is linked to lots of health benefits. If you’re interested in taking a lion’s mane supplement, you may have come across various different ways to include it in your routine. For example, lion’s mane powder, tea and capsules are all popular. How can you work out which is the best lion’s mane supplement for you?

Lion’s mane supplement: what’s the best way to take lion’s mane?

Our use of black seed oil extends back into distant history. It is said that Cleopatra used it to take care of her silky tresses, while followers of the Egyptian boy Pharaoh Tutankhamun made sure that it accompanied him into the afterlife. If you’ve decided to try it for yourself, let’s look at how much black seed oil to take and when to take it during the day.

How much black seed oil to take and when to take it

So, you’ve looked into the benefits of milk thistle and you’re keen to give it a go - great! But there is a lot of information out there about the best way to take milk thistle and exactly how long to take it for. In this article, we take a look at the different ways to take milk thistle, how much to take, and how long you should be taking it for.

When to take milk thistle, and how long to take it for

Get refreshed and revitalized with our wellness-boosting lemon iced tea. We’ve put a herbal twist on the classic recipe by adding a dash of rosemary water. As well as bringing a delicious piney undertone to the drink, it can help you feel more positive and focused. Just what you need on a sunny afternoon!

Lemon iced green tea

Is there any scent more enticing than that of freshly baked bread that’s still warm from the oven? It’s no wonder people recommend it as a way to sell your house! Our scrumptious and fluffy charcoal bread revamps the classic roll into a striking and wholesome bake you’re sure to love.

Charcoal bread rolls recipe

Comforting and cleansing, our milk thistle tea recipe is a delicious and simple way to enjoy the benefits of this impressive plant. Drink up to help support the health of your liver and cleanse your body.

Milk thistle tea recipe

Refresh, detoxify and rejuvenate with our twist on a classic drink. Full of refreshing citrus flavour with the addition of cleansing charcoal powder, our charcoal lemonade recipe is a new take on a childhood favourite.

Activated charcoal and basil lemonade recipe

This macro bowl, topped with the bold flavour of black seed oil, is nourishing and energising. With chickpeas as a base, ribbons of carrots and red cabbage, crisp Brussels sprouts, and a hint of kimchi, it’s a feast of textures and nutrients. Perfectly tied together with a subtle dressing, it’s a dish you’ll revisit often.

Macro bowl with black seed oil recipe