Table of Contents
Introduction 9
1 Vegetarianism and Clean Eating 11
Why Be a Clean Vegetarian? 12
Classes of Vegetarians 12
The Clean Vegetarian Diet 14
The Benefits of a Clean Vegetarian Diet 18
The Protein Question 21
Soy-Based and Other Meatless Products 22
2 Getting Started 25
Defining Your Goals 26
Plan Your Path 27
Essentials for Your Eating Clean Kitchen 29
Stocking the Pantry 32
Staying Motivated 35
Tips for Eating Clean Away from Home 37
Vegan Option 39
3 Breakfasts 41
4 Smoothies 61
5 Snacks 73
6 Sandwiches and Wraps 91
7 Soups 109
8 Salads 127
9 Appetizers 141
10 Vegetarian Entrées 159
11 Grains and Pastas 183
12 Splendid Sides 203
13 Delightful Desserts 223
14 Radiant Raw Foods 241
15 Healthy Holidays 259
16 Kid-Friendly Fun 277
Appendix: Eating Clean Meal Plan 294
Standard U.S. Metric Measurement Conversions 295
Index 296