We all need a way to lighten up during busy and stressful days. For us, partaking in easy vegan recipes is one way to destress and feel better. There’s always the promise of sunshine on a rainy day. Welcome to this week’s Food Friday blog.

This week, we’ve got a great selection in store for you, gathered from the great galleries of Instagram’s dedicated foodies. We’ve got cakes, pastas and so much more to showcase for this week.

Ready? Let’s dig right in!

 

Our first pick of the week belongs to @adeladelaflor, showcasing a comfy bowl of plant-based gnocchi. Gnocchi is an italian recipe that provides an oh-so irresistible flavor, between the dim sum taste of dumplings and pasta. The rich red hue just makes it all the more mouth-watering.

 

 

@froggy_food presents this delectable kale sandwich, filled with tomatoes, dijon and other flavorful goodies. Vegan sandwiches are delightful in how customizable they are, from the type of bread to the kinds of veggies that you use as filling. This fresh sandwich photo reminds us of how clean and healthy plant-based meals can be.

 

 

Who’s up for some brownies? @treatsandstories presents a tray of fresh pumpkin brownies, combining the vivid taste of pumpkin with the lovely palate of chocolate. These brownies look like they can just melt in your mouth, providing a gluten-free melt-in-your-mouth experience. Plus, the recipe’s freely available too, so you can make such delights for yourself to give you some satisfaction on a busy day.

 

 

This vegan lemon pie by @treatntrips looks absolutely splendid, the bright yellow color catching the eye. The berries contrast well with this vivid hue, resembling red and blue rocks rising over a sea of shimmering yellow. Lemon cakes are unforgettable desserts in our opinion, with terrific textures and a specific tang in their slices. Oh, we’d love to serve this to our friends one day.

 

 

Our final pick of the week belongs to @savvy_vegan, showcasing a fresh and lively dish of strangozzi pasta with rich tomatoes, chickpeas and other refreshing veggie ingredients. The various pasta variants of Italy never ceases to amaze us, and this Umbrian delight must taste amazing, especially after a busy day. There’s nothing quite like a good meal to cap off a busy week, a slice of sunshine served on a plate.

That’s it for this week, be sure to visit us next week for a fresh batch of great photos to admire and be inspired by. When it’s safe for you to travel again, why not showcase your own adventures and vegan holidays? Just add the hashtags #TravelTuesday and #VacationingVegan on your future travel photos, and who knows, maybe your photo will be featured in a future blog!

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