Dive into the culinary magic of “Trader Joe’s Instant Vegan Meals” with Chris from Sweet Simple Vegan! This captivating video unveils a treasure trove of mouthwatering, easy-to-prepare vegan recipes, all crafted using the finest products from Trader Joe’s.
Chris expertly guides you through a series of quick, delicious meals that require only a handful of ingredients, making vegan cooking a breeze. Here’s a sneak peek at the delectable highlights you won’t want to miss:
Introduction
Chris introduces the concept of “lazy meals” made with Trader Joe’s products. These meals are designed to be quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy individuals.
Recipe 1: Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Ingredients:
- Trader Joe’s buffalo dip (cauliflower-based)
- Dairy-free cream cheese
- Pasta
- Vegan chicken tenders
- Pasta water
- Parsley (for garnish)
Method:
- Mix buffalo dip and cream cheese in a pot, bringing it to a boil.
- Boil the pasta and reserve some pasta water.
- Air fry vegan chicken tenders, chop them up.
- Combine the sauce with pasta water, mix with the cooked pasta and chicken tenders.
- Garnish with parsley.
Outcome:
- A quick, flavorful pasta dish ready in about 15 minutes.
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Recipe 2: Crispy Chili Oil Hummus Pasta
Ingredients:
- Trader Joe’s crunchy onion chili hummus
- Baby broccoli
- Crunchy onion chili oil
- Mixed pasta shapes
- Reserved pasta water
- Crunchy chili and onion peanuts (optional)
Method:
- Cook baby broccoli and mix with crunchy onion chili oil.
- Boil pasta, reserve some water.
- Mix hummus with pasta, add pasta water for desired consistency.
- Combine with baby broccoli and top with more chili oil and crunchy peanuts.
Outcome:
- A spicy, simple pasta dish that is easy to prepare.
Recipe 3: Buffalo and Pesto Garlic Bread
Ingredients:
- Trader Joe’s garlic spread dip
- Buffalo dip
- Kale pesto
- Mozzarella and parmesan shreds
- Ciabatta demi baguettes
Method:
- Mix garlic spread with buffalo dip for one version, and with pesto for another.
- Spread on sliced ciabatta, top with mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake until golden and crispy.
Outcome:
- Two delicious versions of garlic bread that can be enjoyed alone or as a side dish.