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Delicious recipes featuring beans

Crispy impossible black bean Shepherd's pie

Topped with golden, crispy potato croquettes (or classic tots), this dish brings the perfect contrast of creamy, crunchy, and crave-worthy in every bite.

Caribbean chickpea wrap

In this Caribbean-inspired chickpea wrap, a lightly crushed blend of garbanzos and hummus is brightened with lime, dotted with sweet raisins, and infused with a gentle kick of jerk spice for just the right depth of flavor.

Vegan kale Caesar salad

Violet Witchel's vegan kale Caesar salad recipe uses crispy beans in place of croutons and miso instead of anchovy paste for a gluten-free, vegan twist on a classic kale Caesar.

Purple cabbage bean soup

This vibrant soup, recipe courtesy of Violet Witchel, is light, simple to make, and packed with protein and fiber from beans.

Miso edamame dense bean salad

This vegan Dense Bean Salad from a recipe by Violet Witchel is a hearty, flavorful staple that's perfect for meal prep.

Greek sweet potato flats

These Greek-inspired sweet potato flats made from a recipe by Violet Witchel are loaded with crunch, creaminess, and plenty of flavor.

Creamy foul mudammas

Experience the rich, comforting flavors of the Middle East with this creamy take on foul mudammas. Every bite is nourishing and full of warmth.

Buffalo chickpea wrap

Turn up the flavor with this bold and satisfying buffalo chickpea wrap! Every bite delivers the perfect balance of heat, crunch, and coolness.

Black bean and sundried tomato pasta

Enjoy a comforting classic with a wholesome, plant-powered twist. This dish delivers all the cozy satisfaction of a traditional pasta night—while offering a nutritious, fiber-rich upgrade.

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The Pledge

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Little beans can make a big difference. Every Wednesday, your small step helps spare animals and build a kinder food system. Simply sign the pledge to swap meat for beans on Wednesdays. Each week, you’ll get delicious plant-based recipes from celebrity chefs and the Humane World for Animals team—making it easy (and tasty) to stick with it.

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