You Don't Have To Be a Vegan, but You Should Know How to Think Like One

Three flexible recipes for the conscious eater

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Our planet has a lot on its plate. And as we’re learning, everything we eat has an impact on our environment. This Earth Day, let’s answer, “Gahhhh! What’s for dinner?” with a bundle of plant-based recipes that default vegan but are flexible enough to vary with small amounts of animal protein. If you already avoid meat, cool; you’re all set. For those of you who want to eat more legumes, whole grains, and vegetables, these dishes demonstrate some strategies.