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My Favorite Vegan & Gluten-Free Product Alternatives

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My favorite vegan and gluten-free store-bought product alternatives to commonly used meat, dairy, and wheat ingredients. Add them to your shopping list!

My Favorite Vegan & Gluten-Free Product Alternatives by Flora & Vino

I was on a phone call last week with a food brand client, when I had an epiphany.

I definitely can’t always say that about work calls, can you? 

Anyway, before talking blog and business, we had a great chat about being plant-based.

She mentioned that she was consciously eating more plants, and I applauded her for trying out a plant-based meal every day. 

We went on to talk about the incredible variety of vegan product alternatives that exist today.

“You know,” she mused out loud, “I wish there was a list that you could give me of which products are worth trying and which aren’t.”

“That’s an excellent idea,” I said.

So, guys, I went off and made that list, and I’m sharing it with you today. 

In this post, I’m sharing My Favorite Vegan & Gluten-Free Product Alternatives to commonly used meat, dairy, and wheat ingredients.

I use these high-quality products with ingredient integrity on a daily basis, both in my everyday eats and recipe testing. 

They’re great to have on hand in order to make vegan and gluten-free eating accessible and easy.

Check them out and add your favorites to your next grocery list! 

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Easy Vegan & Gluten-Free Ingredients Substitutions

May 17, 2020 By Flora & Vino Leave a Comment

Easy vegan & gluten-free ingredients substitutions for plant-based recipes to make your own unique variations! Check below for the ratio for inclusion!

Hi, guys!

Some of the most commonly asked questions I receive on the blog and Instagram are about ingredient substitutions.

If you’ve been around here a while, you know that in each blog/recipe post, I typically share some simple substitution options, but I figured it might be nice to have a more overarching post to direct you to.

Now more than ever, I figure we could use some solid subs, yeah?

I don’t know about you, but some of my best recipes have come from making a ton of substitutions to a recipe.

It’s so fun and easy to adapt recipes to mix things up when you don’t have all of the ingredients!

Whether you have a food allergy or intolerance, don’t have the ingredients on hand, or just don’t like an ingredient—I got you!

In this Easy Vegan & Gluten-Free Ingredient Substitutions post, I list some of my favorite ingredient swaps so you can use what you have available to you to make something delicious and uniquely yours.

If you have any questions or if I missed something, please leave me a comment and I’ll get back to you with my best answer!

Let’s get substituting!

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My Top Plant-Based & Gluten-Free Pantry Staples

By Flora & Vino 5 Comments

Here are my go-to plant-based staples I always have in my pantry, fridge, and freezer with my favorite brand recommendations! Happy grocery shopping!

Lauren Flora & Vino

Hi, friends!

This is a post I’ve been meaning to share for a while now, so what better time than the present, when we’re all taking stock of our pantry and freezer storage?

Below, you can find my top plant-based & gluten-free pantry staples.

I sorted them into some makeshift categories to make them a little easier and more approachable.

You won’t find fresh fruits and vegetables in this listing, because I find what I buy depends on seasonality and availability as well as what recipes I’m creating!

However, this is a concise list of all of the items I try to always keep in stock that serve as the building blocks to great vegan and gluten-free plant-based meals.

I’ve also listed below many of my favorite brands to give you some guidelines, but feel free to explore what’s out there and pick your own favorites!

If you have any questions about the products, the brands, where to find them, or how to use them, please let me know!

If this post is helpful to you, please share it with a friend or anyone who is looking for inspiration for vegan and gluten-free options.

Stay healthy and well!

XOXO, Lauren

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They’re soft, chewy, cozy, and made with pumpkin, oats, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and creamy @SunButter. They’re hearty enough for breakfast but also perfect as a quick snack when I’m running out the door…which is basically my life right now.

Make a batch for the week, stash some in the freezer for later, and thank yourself when you have something nourishing and delicious ready to grab.

These bars are:
🍂Vegan
🍂Gluten-free
🍂Meal-prep friendly
🍂Perfect for breakfast OR snacking

Comment “PUMPKIN” and I’ll send you the recipe! 

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I love how the @SunButter adds richness and helps keep these cookies soft and satisfying. Make a batch now for easy snacking, back-to-school lunchboxes, or stash a few in the freezer for later.

Grab the full recipe on the blog!

https://www.floraandvino.com/soft-baked-sunbutter-oatmeal-cookies/

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Ready for a little taste of summer? ☀️🌞🌻 These Ve Ready for a little taste of summer? ☀️🌞🌻

These Vegan & Gluten-Free SunButter S’mores Energy Balls have all the nostalgic flavors of a classic campfire s’more. Think creamy SunButter, gluten-free graham crackers, dairy-free chocolate chips, and fluffy vegan marshmallows…
…all rolled into an easy no-bake snack.

My husband and I are getting ready for our annual camping trip, so I’ve been dreaming up recipes that are easy to pack, travel well, and make snacking on the trail just a little more fun. These check every box!

I’m also excited to be partnering with @SunButter on this recipe. If you’ve been around here for a while, you know I love finding allergy-friendly ingredients that don’t sacrifice flavor, and SunButter is one of my favorite pantry staples. It’s creamy, delicious, and made from roasted sunflower seeds, making it a wonderful nut-free alternative that’s perfect for everything from snacks to sauces to baking.

They’re:
✔️ Vegan
✔️ Gluten-Free
✔️ No-Bake
✔️ Easy to Meal Prep
✔️ Perfect for Camping, Road Trips & Lunchboxes

Grab the full recipe at the link in my bio!

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New freezer snack obsession unlocked! 🍌 I’ve been New freezer snack obsession unlocked! 🍌

I’ve been gravitating toward simple, familiar foods lately, and these Frozen SunButter Banana Bites have been on repeat in our house. They’re made with sweet banana slices, creamy @SunButter, and a rich dark chocolate coating for the perfect wholesome treat that tastes like dessert.

I love keeping a batch stocked in the freezer for afternoon snacking or whenever a chocolate craving strikes. They’re naturally vegan, gluten-free, and made with just a handful of ingredients!

I’m super excited to partner with @SunButter on this recipe because their sunflower seed butter is a staple in my kitchen. It’s creamy, delicious, and makes these bites completely nut-free and perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Save this recipe to make this summer and let me know if you try it! 

Grab the recipe on my website. 

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What to eat this week! Make the most of summer p What to eat this week! 

Make the most of summer produce with these fresh, colorful, and easy plant-based recipes for the week ahead:

Peach Mango Smoothie Bowl
A refreshing smoothie bowl made with frozen peaches, mango, zucchini, and SunButter. Top with fresh fruit and granola for the ultimate summer breakfast.

Viral Chocolate Blueberry Yogurt Bites
Frozen blueberry yogurt bites coated in dark chocolate and sprinkled with granola for a fun snack or healthy dessert.

Vegan Zoodle Tostadas
A fresh take on taco night with zucchini noodles, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and refried pinto beans piled onto crispy tostadas.

Oven Roasted Summer Vegetables
Simple seasonal vegetables roasted to perfection with herbs and seasonings for an easy side dish that pairs with just about anything.

Tofu Steaks with Apricot Cucumber Mint Compote
Marinated tofu steaks served with a bright apricot cucumber mint compote and fresh seasonal vegetables for a protein-packed summer meal.

Chocolate SunButter Rice Crispy Treats
Easy 4-ingredient rice crispy treats that are vegan, gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and nut-free. Perfect for snacking or dessert.

Find all recipes on Flora & Vino…link in bio!

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When zucchini season is in full swing, this recipe When zucchini season is in full swing, this recipe is a must!

This Vegan Zucchini Bread comes together in just one bowl with almond flour, oats, and plenty of grated zucchini for a loaf that’s soft, moist, and perfectly comforting.

It’s:
✔️ vegan + gluten-free
✔️ made in one bowl
✔️ naturally sweet and satisfying
✔️ perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert

Enjoy a slice with your morning coffee, as an afternoon snack, or warmed up for a cozy treat any time of day.

Save this for later + tag me when you make it!

https://www.floraandvino.com/vegan-zucchini-bread/

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Have extra greens to use up? This recipe has you c Have extra greens to use up? This recipe has you covered.

This Swiss Chard Pasta Sauce is creamy, vibrant, and packed with nourishing ingredients like Swiss chard, basil, cashews, and nutritional yeast blended into the dreamiest green sauce.

It’s:
✔️ vegan + gluten-free
✔️ a delicious way to eat more greens
✔️ creamy without dairy
✔️ perfect for easy weeknight dinners

Toss it with your favorite noodles and dinner is served in no time.

Save this for later + tag me when you make it!

https://www.floraandvino.com/swiss-chard-pasta/

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Dessert layers for days… These No-Bake Cookie Bar Dessert layers for days…

These No-Bake Cookie Bars feature a crushed cookie crust, a rich dark chocolate center, and a sweet almond butter fudge topping for the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat.

They’re:
✔️ vegan + gluten-free
✔️ no-bake and easy to make
✔️ rich, decadent, and satisfying
✔️ perfect for sharing at parties, gatherings, or weekend treats

Every layer brings a little something special making these bars a little impossible to resist.😏

Save this for later + tag me when you make them!

https://www.floraandvino.com/cookie-layer-bars/

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