Now that spring is finally here, it's the perfect time to eat less meat and explore the diverse world of plant-based cuisine! Veggie dishes are not only delicious, but they are also good for the environment. In this article, we want to inspire you to reduce your meat consumption and discover the benefits of a plant-based diet. How do you do that? With the tastiest veggie spring recipes made by Dole!

 

Veggie Treats for Your Health

 

Plant-based cuisine offers a wealth of healthy nutrients to keep your body energised. Vitamins, fibre and phytonutrients are abundant in vegetables, fruit, pulses and grains. These nutrients not only support your immune system but also promote healthy digestion and contribute to your general well-being. So why not discover the diversity of the plant world on your plate?

 

Enjoy Environmentally Friendly – Join In

 

Not only will your health benefit from a plant-based diet, but the environment will also be happy about this step. Meat consumption has a large ecological footprint, from livestock farming to meat processing. By eating more plant-based foods, you can make a contribution to protecting the environment. Less resource consumption, lower greenhouse gas emissions – your decision in favour of vegan and vegetarian options has a positive impact on our planet.

 

Delicious Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes on Our Blog

 

To make it easier for you to get started with plant-based cooking, we have put together a variety of delicious vegan and vegetarian recipes for you on our blog. These are our top 5!

 

·      Colourful mango salad with sugar snap peas:  a real mood booster! The colourful mix of mangoes, onions, sugar snaps, tomatoes and co. lets you enjoy spring in a fruity way.

·      Buddha bowl with vegan banana bacon: Veggie lovers will love this idea with vegan bacon made from banana skins. Quinoa, sesame bananas, mango and crunchy salad are also a must.

·      Salad wrap with pulled banana: As real trendsetters and fruit lovers, however, we favour the vegetarian version of pulled pork. Discover this it-piece for healthy enjoyment on the go.

·      Banana wholegrain sandwich with cranberries and figs: sandwiches are always a good idea. How about this fruity and nutty veggie idea? Enjoy and get started!

·      Mini coconut porridge pancakes with fruit topping: a tiny spring treat! The classic in mini format with berries, kiwis, physalis and baby bananas. We love!

 

Dole's Commitment to Healthy Eating and Environmental Protection

 

Dole is also actively committed to healthy eating and environmental protection. By 2025, we have set ourselves the goal of donating 2,500 tonnes of fresh fruit and vegetables to communities in the countries where they are grown. In this way, we not only want to improve the nutritional situation in these communities, but also make a contribution to global sustainability.

 

Veggie into spring!

 

Your Dole team