Vegan Recipes in 30 Minutes: A Vegan Cookbook with 106 Quick & Easy Recipes

Vegan Recipes in 30 Minutes opened my eyes to the value of considering a vegen or vegetarian lifestyle. The chapter defining
veganism was specific and informative, and the places where I had questions was addressed as well, all within the first fifteen pages! I liked the fact that the preparation of the meals was kept to around thirty minutes, that the ingredients for the menu's didn't require a trip to specialty stores and at the back of the book there was reminder list of foods to use vs. foods to avoid. A simple comparison that showed it's worth thinking about what we eat. I appreciated that.

Each meal was complete; breakfast, lunch and dinner with recipes both mouth-watering and good for you. On pages 16 and 17 the shopping list provided offered variety and availability of many grocery items, plus options for freezing food was useful, too. I really liked the spice list and the notion that cooks only need a small amount to add punch and interest to their recipes. The concept of fresh came through time and again, as well as the distinction between prepared and processed. After reading the book I felt I now had the chance to expand my own collection of recipes and offer my family truly tasty alternatives to tried and true, but not too "health conscious" meals. It's a great cookbook to have on the shelf.

The title implies that this is a cookbook for vegans; however non-vegans can also benefit from the informative tips that cover everything from label reading—some would be surprised to learn what’s really in their favorite alcohol beverages, candy, and even cakes and cake mixes—to how to handle nutrient deficiencies that may contribute to depression.

I like that as a cookbook, it doesn’t overwhelm with too many competing choices. It’s narrowed down to ten food categories, with approximately ten recipes each. The Vegetable Dishes category is the longest, containing a mix of interesting recipes with a variety of ingredients being utilized.

The book did not include color photos of the prepared dishes, which I felt would have added value to the many appetizing recipes that were presented.

Vegan Recipes in 30 Minutes has over 100 recipes in it, and includes a nice range of different types of recipes from breakfast food to mains, sides (veggie and grain), and even desserts.

I think the thing that sets this cookbook apart is the fact that there aren't any "creative" vegan recipes like "Aunt Delilah's Mystery Veggie Loaf' in it, like you so often see in other vegan cookbooks. Rather, there's a nice selection of stuff I'd actually eat, like Pad Thai, Italian Hoagies, and Rigatoni with Roasted Tomatoes and Arugula. Most of the recipes are American, Italian or Mediterranean, although there's a chapter on "Ethnic Recipes" that includes things like Chana Masala (yum), African Stew, Jamaican Jerk Tofu, etc. Not exactly sure why those recipes are separated from the regular mains section, but glad they're in there nonetheless.

Most of the recipes have 2 or 3 steps are are super easy to follow. I took a star off because although there are beautiful photos, there aren't enough photos in the book overall.

My husband and I are on a smoothie kick right now so I'm most excited to try the smoothie recipes in the breakfast section of the book.

Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book to preview.

This book is great for beginners like me! I've been utterly disgusted with the direction that main stream food is going. It's so hard to tell what is real food and what's been tampered with. I don't even want to think about it. At the same time, thinking of going cold turkey on meats and things that I've eaten my entire life feels like I'm setting myself up for failure. With this book, my plan is to start with 2 or 3 meals a week until I feel that I can fully do the vegan diet. I'm starting with breakfast first. I also love that the book goes on to explain that it's not just a diet plan, but a lifestyle. I can't wait to try the rest of the recipes. Baby steps!

Not impressed

I've been eating vegan for several months but do not enjoy cooking at all. Perfect cookbook for me! I haven't tried the recipes yet but have marked at least half as ones I want to try. Minimal ingredients and short prep time==both winning choices!

I received this book as part of the early reviewer program. It has a colorful and appealing hard cover and is easy to hold. The recipes all involve normal ingredients, which I find to be a huge plus. You don't have to go scrounging in twenty different stores to find the ingredients. You could even all ready have them in your home! Plus for those considering going vegan they give a list of common pantry staples which is helpful. The instructions are also clear. My main issue is lack of photos, which is my favorite part of cookbooks and helps me select which recipes to try first. I also like knowing what the look of the finished product should be so I have something to aim. Sadly only one photo per section is given.

Great recipes with easy instructions

Loved the recipes in this book. Gave me some great ideas.

Wonderful recipes for Vegan and non Vegan eaters.