Landing The Day
Here you’ll find meals that prioritize satisfaction, nourishment, and ease, whether you’re cooking for one or a table full.
These recipes lean plant-forward, flavor driven, and forgiving. They’re built for weeknights, leftovers, and the kind of cooking that supports rest rather than exhaustion.
Barley Mushroom Pilaf With Roasted Fennel
A cozy, spoonable pilaf built on chewy barley, savory mushrooms, and gently sweet fennel. Simple, grounding, and deeply satisfying. This is the kind of meal that settles you without weighing you down. Servings: 4Time: Prep 15 minutes · Cook 40–45 minutes · Total ~1 hour Ingredients Grain Base Vegetables & Aromatics Herbs Method Taste &
Soba Noodle Stir-Fry With Edamame & Mixed Vegetables
A quick, cozy noodle bowl with buckwheat soba, protein-rich edamame, crisp vegetables, and a savory miso–sesame sauce. Light enough for focus, satisfying enough to feel complete. Servings: 4Time: Prep 15 minutes · Cook 15 minutes · Total ~30 minutes Ingredients Noodles Vegetables & Protein Miso Sesame Sauce Toppings Method Taste & Texture Notes The noodles
Cozy Lentil Curry (Plant Based)
Cozy lentil curry is a plant-based, fiber-forward meal built with lentils, vegetables, warming spices, and coconut milk. Designed to be comforting and approachable, it works well for both new and experienced lentil eaters. Servings: 4–6Time: Prep 10–15 minutes · Cook 30–35 minutes · Total ~45 minutes Ingredients Base Spices Liquids Vegetables Toppings Method Taste &
Tamari Ginger Tofu Stir Fry
A quick, savory stir-fry with lightly crisp tofu, bright vegetables, and a gingery tamari glaze with just a hint of maple. Simple, energizing, and perfectly balanced for a busy night. Servings: 4Time: Prep 15 minutes · Cook 15 minutes · Total ~30 minutes Ingredients Tofu Vegetables Sauce To Finish Method Taste & Texture Notes The
Mediterranean Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
A comforting, oven-baked dinner built with fluffy quinoa, tender vegetables, and creamy navy beans tucked inside sweet bell peppers. Familiar, nourishing, and exactly the kind of meal that makes Day 1 feel doable. Servings: 4 – 8Time: Prep 20 minutes · Bake 40–45 minutes · Total ~1 hour Ingredients Peppers Filling Toppings Method Taste &
Spaghetti Squash with Lentil Bolognese
A rustic, plant-powered Bolognese that eats like a stew. Cozy, veggie-loaded, and a perfect sauce for roasted spaghetti squash.This is comfort in a bowl: rich lentils, sautéed vegetables, umami depth, and roasted squash strands that soak up every bit of flavor. A whole-food Bolognese without the heaviness, just heartiness. Ingredients Spaghetti Squash: Lentil Bolognese Toppings