My 10 favorite recipes from 2022

As I look back on the year that was 2022 one thing was constant…there was an abundance of nourishing food that tasted great. Here are my top 10 new recipes from the blog this year….recipes that earned their spot on this list of favorites by becoming staples in our lives.

These are the vegan recipes that made it onto our plates and into our hearts most often over the course of 2022. The new recipes that I served to guests, that I brought to pot-lucks and made on the regular for my family….and for me.

Of course, there are other faves….the tried and true favorites from the blog over the years…like raw cauliflower salad (a weekly staple in my life), zucchini bread (keep a loaf in your freezer at all times), and Mexican pinto beans (truly a blessing to have a batch on hand).

I can’t wait to hear in the comments what YOUR favorite recipes this year have been….here are my top 10 new favorite recipes from 2022. The ones that I return to over and over again because they are easy to make, always delicious and everyone adores them. My goal, as always, is to inspire you to make healthy recipes that taste incredible….good food has no season and great taste never goes out of style.

1. Sesame Noodles with Veggies and Tahini

Front on shot of white bowl with udon noodles twirled on chopsticks. Bright specs of vegetables mixed in with the noodles.

Sesame Noodles with Veggies and Tahini

Sesame Noodles with Tahini Sauce and crunchy vegetables is a simple recipe that’s ready in just 20 minutes. It's an easy weeknight dinner recipe and the leftovers are fabulous for lunch or a vegan side dish!

Sesame Noodle Recipe

2. Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad

wooden salad bowl filled with colorful chopped salad: tuscan kale, purple carrots, red peppers, purple cabbage, cucumbers and marcona almonds

Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad

Seriously, who doesn't love a good chopped salad? This Tuscan Kale Salad is addictively delicious and ready in just 10 minutes. Crunchy, tangy, satisfying and colorful…this is THE BEST kale salad and a tasty way to add more plants to your diet!

Tuscan Kale Salad Recipe

3. Basic Vegan Meatballs

Cast iron skillet filled with marinara sauce and vegan meatballs.

Basic Vegan Meatballs

Back pocket pantry recipe alert! A tasty but basic vegan meatball recipe that's super versatile and I always have the ingredients on hand. Serve them with your favorite marinara…and look for delicious new sauces that we adore to pair them with in 2023.

Vegan Meatball Recipe

4. Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Plate stacked with chocolate chunk cookies.

Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

A Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie that checks all the boxes! I'm obsessed! Crispy edges and a chewy center, easy to make with pantry staples…and that little pinch of salt on top is sheer cookie perfection!

Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

5. Vegan Lasagna Roll Ups

Stack of white plates. On top is a plate full of zucchini roll ups filled with vegan ricotta and topped with marinara.

Vegan Lasagna Roll Ups

Possibly my favorite vegan comfort food right here. Low carb zucchini noodles are filled with dairy-free ricotta, set onto a pool of marinara, and baked to perfection.

Zucchini Roll Ups Recipe

6. No Yeast Flatbread

Flatbread Pizza with pesto, hummus, yellow and red tomatoes plus fresh basil and red onions. One slice shown up close and a few others partially shown on a wooden cutting board.

No Yeast Flatbread

No yeast means no wait! Just what you need when hangry sets in and you have no dinner plan! This flatbread dough comes out crispy and tasty every time. Add your favorite toppings for a simple and delicious pizza night.

Easy Flatbread Recipe

7. Vegan Taco Soup

Vegan Taco Soup

Simple, healthy, tasty….all things comforting. Oh yes, taco soup is ALWAYS a good idea! It's warm and nourishing, easy to make and off the charts delish! Tell me, is this a favorite in your house too?

Taco Soup Recipe

8. Vegan Zucchini Muffins

zucchini muffin with chocolate chips, cooling on a wire rack. There is a fresh zucchini on a tea towel in the background along with a couple walnuts and a chocolate chip.

Vegan Zucchini Muffins

Grateful for an abundance of zucchini this year..and with it some amazing zucchini recipes. These vegan zucchini muffins came in and stole my heart…and I haven't looked back since. They're perfect for meal prep, freeze like a dream and make the most delicious grab and go breakfast or snack!

Zucchini Muffin Recipe

9. Mango Salad Dressing

Small glass pitcher filled with bright yellow salad dressing with specks of red and green. In the background is a bowl of salad and some squeezed limes.

Mango Salad Dressing

This Mango Salad Dressing is super tasty, incredibly refreshing and easy to make with just a handful of healthy ingredients. You can even use frozen fruit to make this all winter long! Up your healthy salad game in the most delicious way!

Mango Dressing Recipe

If you haven’t looked at the ingredients on your taco seasoning packets lately, I invite you do so right now. I’ll wait here until the shock wears off….and I’m here to give you a practical and easy solution.

This is your taco seasoning packet replacement recipe and let me tell you, it transcended all other fabulous and healthy recipes for 2022. It’s in a class all by itself….but I’m still including in my list of favorite recipes from 2022.

10. No Salt Taco Seasoning

Taco seasoning ingredients labeled: chili powder, cumin, paprika, pepper, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder.

No Salt Taco Seasoning

This single recipe totally transformed meal prep for me this year. I make a batch and keep it next to the stove to sprinkle on all the things without having to drag out multiple spice jars. So flavorful and perfect for anyone on a low-sodium diet.

Taco Seasoning Recipe

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My 10 favorite recipes from 2022