It’s one thing to acknowledge that sugar is bad for us, but it’s another to understand just how much havoc it can wreak on our health. Yet, even armed with that knowledge, sugar is a major temptation for many of us, especially during gatherings. Dr. Michael Klaper shares his journey to “slay the sugary beast” and how you can apply these tactics the next time you’re staring down a plate of cookies or a slice of birthday cake.

Source: How to Avoid Temptation & Slay the Sugary Beast

This flavor-packed baked tofu is soaked in a marinade of zesty lemon juice, zippy garlic, and savory herbs, then baked to perfection.  (I don’t really see any reason why you can’t eliminate the olive oil if you want..U)

Source: Savory Lemon & Herb Baked Tofu

This tofu bacon is packed with smoky flavor! Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, salads or just snacking, this stuff is incredibly easy to make, vegan, and optionally gluten-free.

Source: Tofu Bacon

Saute with broth  or water  rather than oil. A healthier way.

This Instant Pot vegetable soup is so comforting and super easy to make! Loaded with potatoes, corn, peas and carrots in an herbed tomato broth, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and full of flavor.

Source: Instant Pot Vegetable Soup

note: Make this heart healthy by sauteing in water or broth instead of oil.

Choose a gluten free bread if you like and instead of oil  why not saute in the same white wine you use in the soup? Make sure your wine is vegan.

This cozy Tuscan-inspired soup is the cure to your winter blues! It’s bursting with savory herbs, juicy tomatoes, hearty white beans and tender kale, then layered in bowls with crusty bread chunks. 100% vegan, totally meal-worthy, and easy enough for a weeknight!

Source: Ribollita

Do away with the oil. these can be sauteed in water or perhaps a nice white wine.

These vegan scallops are made of king oyster mushrooms with a buttery lemon garlic sauce! Marinate & cook for 10 mins for tasty vegan scallops!

Source: Vegan Scallops & Garlic Butter Sauce | The Edgy Veg