Written by our friends at Franklin Farms
November marks World Vegan Month, and World Vegan Day kicks off November 1, a time to celebrate plant-based eating and discover new ways to bring more plant-powered goodness to the table. And here’s the good news: you don’t have to follow a vegan lifestyle to join in! If you’re looking to make more intentional choices about your nutrition or simply want to add a little variety to your weekly menu, World Vegan Month is the perfect excuse to try something new and see how easily plant-powered foods can become part of your everyday routine.
Enter Plant-Powered Meat and Franklin Farms’ Seasoned Seitan: flavorful, fuss-free alternatives that make it easier than ever to mix up your meal rotation. With bold seasonings, satisfying textures and quick preparation, these versatile options make it simple to create everything from smoky barbecue to zesty grain bowls without the extra work that can come with preparing traditional meat-based dishes. You can find Franklin Farms products in the produce section at Market 32 and Price Chopper, alongside other plant-based meat alternatives. It’s an easy way to pick up something new on your next grocery run!
Even better, these precooked, ready-to-heat options take the guesswork out of meal preparation. Simply warm your protein, pair it with a few fresh ingredients, and dinner is on the table before you know it.
Smoky, Sweet and Ready in Five Minutes: Plant-Powered Barbecue Love the taste of backyard barbecue? You don’t have to give up that sweet, smoky goodness to explore plant-based eating!
Franklin Farms’ Plant Powered Barbecue brings authentic barbecue-inspired flavor to the table in just 5 minutes. With 7 grams of protein per serving, it’s a deliciously easy way to give a familiar favorite a plant-powered twist.
Make It a Meal: Plant-Powered Barbecue Sandwiches
Pile the barbecue filling onto a soft bun, top with crunchy coleslaw and dig into a delicious take on the classic pulled pork sandwich.
Want to switch things up? Spoon the barbecue filling into warm tortillas, add shredded cabbage, and a squeeze of lime, and serve as flavorful tacos. You can also use it as a topping for baked potatoes or build a hearty barbecue grain bowl with rice and roasted veggies.
Bright, Zesty and Versatile: Lemon Pepper Seasoned Seitan
If you love fresh, vibrant flavors than Franklin Farms’ Lemon Pepper Seasoned Seitan deserves a spot on your menu. Crafted with a lively citrus blend and black pepper, this seasoned seitan brings a bright, savory flavor to everyday dishes. It’s precooked for convenient preparation so you can simply heat it and pair with your favorite ingredients.
A nutritional benefit worth noting is that Franklin Farms’ Lemon Pepper Seasoned Seitan, made from wheat protein, contains zero cholesterol and 11 grams of protein per serving. Unlike meat, plant-derived ingredients contain no dietary cholesterol, making seitan an option to consider when looking to reduce dietary cholesterol intake.
Make It a Meal: Build a Plant-Powered Bowl
Start with brown rice, quinoa, or your favorite grain. Add warm Lemon Pepper Seasoned Seitan, then pile on colorful veggies, such as broccoli bell peppers, zucchini or fresh cucumber. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a drizzle of your favorite dressing for a delicious bowl filled with complementary flavors and textures.
The possibilities don’t stop there! Toss the seitan into a leafy green salad, tuck it into a whole grain wrap or pita with crunchy veggies or serve it alongside roasted potatoes for a simple weeknight dinner.