Vegetarian Zen

Vegetarian Zen


Latest Episodes

VZ 441: 15 Delicious Vegan Fall Desserts You Need to Try!
October 01, 2023

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we share 15 vegan fall desserts. We'll also share a quick vegan baking primer to help you swap ingredients in your own favorite dessert recipes to make t

VZ 440: Protein Power! 5 High Protein Milk Alternatives We Love
September 17, 2023

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast, we're revisiting the topic of high protein milk alternatives. The state of the plant-based milk industry is certainly booming so we're sharing the latest

VZ 439: 10 Vegetarian Lunch Ideas We’re Trying This Month!
September 03, 2023

In the quest to find healthy, satisfying, and delicious meals, vegetarian lunch ideas often top the list. Forget boring salads; we're talking about hearty salads, grain bowls, and so much more. This m

VZ 438: What's New In Plant-Based News: August 2023
August 20, 2023

In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, Larissa and Vickie discuss 3 recent news articles and share their opinions and perspectives. You can get links to the articles plus full show notes .

VZ 437: Reimagining Leather With Stephanie Downs Of Uncaged Innovations
August 06, 2023

In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, were chatting with Stephanie Downs, CEO and Co-Founder of Uncaged Innovations, a company that creates material that mimics leather without sacrificing t

VZ 436: Plant-Based Cooking Made Easy With Diane Rose-Solomon
July 23, 2023

Today, Larissa and I are thrilled to have Diane Rose-Solomon on the show. Diane's an animal rescue advocate, award-winning author, filmmaker, and the creator of "What's Plant-Based Cooking Good Lookin

VZ 435: Embracing the Reducetarian Lifestyle: Brian Kateman's Vision of a Healthier Planet
July 09, 2023

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, were pleased to welcome Brian Kateman. Brian is the President and co-founder of The Reducetarian Foundation. He coined the term reducetarian, which wev

Mycoprotein: What Is It and Why Your Body and Planet Will LOVE It!
June 18, 2023

Over the weekend I read an article in the on the topic of mycoprotein. What is mycoprotein?, you might be asking. Mycoprotein is a plant-based protein made from a fungus, and its something you may

VZ 433: The Ultimate Guide To Potluck Etiquette: How To Make Sure EVERYONE Has A Good Time!
June 04, 2023

Potluck etiquette is like the secret sauce that turns a good food fest into a great one. Picture this: your friends, family, and neighbors getting together for a massive feast, each showcasing their k

VZ 432: Is Being Vegetarian Healthy? Our Journey And What We've Discovered So Far
May 21, 2023

2023 marks 10 years since Larissa and I made the decision to become vegetarians and weve learned a lot along the way. One question we hear every now and then from people not familiar with plant-based