Flexitarian Cookbook for Beginners - by Donna DeRosa (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Go flexitarian with this starter guide to (mostly) plant-based eating

This vegan version of the flexitarian diet is a healthy and delicious way to incorporate plant-based meals into your routine without giving up meat and dairy altogether. But if you're new to plant-based eating, getting started can feel overwhelming. The Flexitarian Cookbook for Beginners makes adjusting to this diet easy, with simple and delicious recipes that are ready to eat in a flash.

What sets this flexitarian cookbook apart:

• Flex eating tips--Every one of these plant-based recipes includes easy suggestions for adding meat, fish, or dairy for those days when you're craving a little more variety, or feeding a non-flexitarian crowd.
• Convenient cooking techniques--From 5-ingredient recipes to one-pot meals and 30-minute prep times, these dishes are designed to cut down on time spent in the kitchen and at the grocery store.
• Guided meal plans--Ease into the flexitarian lifestyle with two sample meal plans that each detail everything you'll eat for a week, with clear instructions and complete shopping lists to ensure success.

Get healthier and enjoy flavorful favorites with this entry point into the flexitarian diet for beginners.

Review Quotes

"Flexitarian Cookbook for Beginners will help you enjoy more plant-based meals without being rigid or legalistic about what you eat. Donna DeRosa has gifted us with recipes that are creative yet simple, starting with my favorite--the Vegetable Kebabs with Spicy Peanut Sauce. Convenient cooking tips, ingredient swaps, and healthy eating ideas make this book a must-have for every kitchen. Get it now, and start cooking more healthful meals the fun and easy way!" --Donna Maria, founder + CEO, Indie Business Network

"Donna DeRosa has created a cookbook of healthy, plant-based recipes that are both easy to make and delicious. A growing body of evidence supports the benefits of adopting a plant-based diet, yet adopting this way of eating can be challenging.Flexitarian Cookbook For Beginners offers a flexible and accessible approach for beginners looking to add plant-based meals to their diets but also appeals to those who just appreciate simple, tasty, and healthy meals." --Alexander Ferrara, occupational therapist, stroke recovery expert, and creator of StrongAfterStroke.com

"We know that vegetables can help reduce inflammation and chronic disease risk such as heart disease and diabetes, and yet many of us find vegetables bland. In this cookbook, you will find meal plans, shopping lists, and delish recipes that are filling and healthy--bland vegetables no more. Grab a copy and start cooking; the recipes will not disappoint." --Sharon T McLaughlin, MD, FACS

About the Author

DONNA DEROSA is a journalist and food writer specializing in the Mediterranean lifestyle. She is the author of The Big Book of Mediterranean Diet Cooking and runs a self-titled YouTube channel where she shares healthy recipes and tips for Italian living. Learn more at DonnaDeRosa.com.