Generally speaking, the animal products in a standard Russian salad are mayonnaise and sausage. In this version of the salad, I have replaced these products with plant-based alternatives.
Whether you are vegan or just decided to fast for a while, it is always good to have some new ideas for delicious Lenten meals. In this case, I will suggest vegan spaghetti with mushroom sauce, green vegetables, and soy yogurt.
This oyster mushroom soup is incredibly tasty and often nicknamed "fake tripe soup." It can be made entirely plant-based—either by skipping the milk and using just flour for the roux, or by opting for nut milk or, as I did, soy yogurt.
The fasts have begun and it's time to prepare a delicious lean meal. Here's an idea for lean spaghetti, I experimented a bit and it turned out very tasty.
Okra is a well-known and delicious vegetable for some, while others dislike it or are unfamiliar with it. For me, okra is delicious and healthy, and I eat it regularly in the summer.
If you fancy something sweet and lean, date and walnut candies are just the thing for you. They are also extremely easy to make with just a few ingredients.
Spring is the perfect time to make vegetarian patties with more greens. They can be made from spinach, nettles, sorrel, or a combination of these. Delicious and rich in iron, they are beneficial during the spring fatigue period.
Here's an idea for a real vegan pizza. You can make it vegan by adding vegan salami and cheese, but a real vegetarian pizza doesn't have any substitutes.