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18 Thought-provoking And Inspiring Vegan Quotes

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Most of us were not raised vegans and many of us became vegans not because we didn’t like the taste of meat, eggs or dairy. Rather we started down the vegan path because we decided to take responsibility for the choices we were making in life. We realized that we no longer believed that animals are here for being our food, clothing, testing, entertainment or any other purpose. And unfortunately, most of us were pretty lonely on this path. I always found vegan support in books and articles about veganism. But what inspires me the most are vegan quotes. When I see how people move along their vegan paths I feel that I’m not alone and together we can really make a big change.
In this article, I want to share my favorite vegan quotes. I hope you will find them inspiring!
#1
“If you think eating meat is just a personal choice, you are forgetting someone.” – Unknown
#2
“If you want to test cosmetics, why do it on some poor animal who hasn’t done anything? They should use prisoners who have been convicted of murder or rape instead. So, rather than seeing if perfume irritates a bunny rabbit’s eyes, they should throw it in Charles Manson’s eyes and ask him if it hurts.” – Ellen DeGeneres, My Point… And I Do Have One
#3
“Violence begins with the fork.” – Mahatma Gandhi
#4
“If you don’t want to be beaten, imprisoned, mutilated, killed or tortured then you shouldn’t condone such behavior towards anyone, be they human or not.” – Moby
#5
“Everyone has to find what is right for them, and it is different for everyone. Eating for me is how you proclaim your beliefs three times a day. That is why all religions have rules about eating. Three times a day, I remind myself that I value life and do not want to cause pain to or kill other living beings. That is why I eat the way I do.” – Natalie Portman
#6
“Years of cultural programming have taught us to love some animals while eating others, when in all reality, all animals are sentient beings with the capacity to feel, both physically and emotionally.” – Kat Von D
#7
“Being vegan is easy. Are there social pressures that encourage you to continue to eat, wear, and use animal products? Of course there are. But in a patriarchal, racist, homophobic, and ableist society, there are social pressures to participate and engage in sexism, racism, homophobia, and ableism. At some point, you have to decide who you are and what matters morally to you. And once you decide that you regard victimizing vulnerable nonhumans is not morally acceptable, it is easy to go and stay vegan.” -GaryLFrancione
#8
“I am a firm believer in eating a full plant-based, whole food diet that can expand your life length and make you an all-around happier person.” – Ariana Grande
#9
“My body will not be a tomb for other creatures.” – Leonardo Da Vinci
#10
“I guess it’s about trying to live a life where I’m not contributing to the cruelty in the world. … While I am on this planet, I want everyone I meet to know that I am grateful they are here.”- Jessica Chastain
#11
“You humans drink our milk and eat the eggs of the chickens and the ducks. Isn’t that enough for you? Isn’t it enough that we give you our children and what’s meant for our children? And if not, when is it enough? All you humans do is take, take, take from the earth and its beautiful creatures, and what do you give back? Nothing. I know humans consider it a grave insult to be called an animal. Well, I would never give a human the fine distinction of being called an animal, because an animal may kill to live but an animal never lives to kill. Humans have to earn the right to be called animals again.” – David Duchovny, Holy Cow
#12
“I don’t see why someone should lose their life just so you can have a snack.” – Russell Brand
#13
“When you feel the suffering of every living thing in your own heart, that is consciousness.” – Bhagavad Gita
#14
“Confining marine animals to tanks and separating them from their families and their natural surroundings, just so people can watch them swim in endless circles, teaches us far more about humans than it does about animals – and the lesson is not a flattering one.” – Pamela Anderson
#15
“The best part of being a vegan is the purity and peace of mind one experiences and the strong connection I feel to the animal kingdom.” – Uri Geller
#16
“I do not see any reason why animals should be slaughtered to serve as human diet when there are so many substitutes. After all, man can live without meat. It is only some carnivorous animals that have to subsist on flesh. Killing animals for sport, for pleasure, for adventures, and for hides and furs is a phenomenon which is at once disgusting and distressing. There is no justification in indulging in such acts of brutality… Life is as dear to a mute creature as it is to a man. Just as one wants happiness and fears pain, just as one wants to live and not to die, so do other creatures.” – Dalai Lama
#17
“Don’t wait for a better world. Start now to create a world of harmony and peace. It is up to you, and it always has been. You may even find the solution at the end of your fork.” – Sharon Gannon, Yoga and Vegetarianism: The Path to Greater Health and Happiness
#18
“Non-violence leads to the highest ethics, which is the goal of all evolution. Until we stop harming all other living beings, we are still savages.” – Thomas Edison
Katya Ki is the Founder of SOLANCHA Magazine, a Metaphysical Expert, a Reiki Master, and Human Rights Attorney. She has been studying Eastern metaphysics, cosmology, and esotericism for almost 20 years now. And she's still discovering new knowledge, which is hidden in ancient teachings. During her pilgrimage to the monastery of Saint Catherine in Egypt, she discovered the SOLANCHA System. This is how the SOLANCHA journey started!
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Pumpkin smoothies are delicious. We spice the traditional smoothie to make a refreshing vegan pumpkin spice smoothie. This is an easy to make recipe, and I will make use of locally available ingredients this season. Let’s get started!
The Ingredients
- Pumpkin – The Orange Squash is perfect for this recipe
- A banana – To act as the smoothie base
- 1-cup non-dairy milk – I prefer almond milk although coconut milk and soymilk will do just fine
- ½-cup ice cubes
- 1-tablespoon maple syrup to sweeten
The spices:
- 1/8 tsp allspice
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp vanilla
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
Procedure
Pre-boil the pumpkin until tender and puree. We will use just 1 cup of this puree in our recipe.
Add the rest of the ingredients in the blender and puree until smooth.
Garnish with freshly ground cinnamon and enjoy your vegan pumpkin spice smoothie.
This recipe serves two. You can double or triple the ingredients quantities for additional servings.
For That Extra Oomph
I like to add chopped nuts for a crunchy texture. Walnuts and pecans go particularly well with pumpkin.
Feel free to experiment with different spices but don’t go overboard. Pumpkin is rather mild in taste, and too much spice will overpower the flavor. In addition, If you’re on a diet, you don’t have to use a sweetener especially with the sweeter pumpkin varieties like butternut. Ideally, maple syrup offsets the cinnamon and nutmeg spice to create a balanced flavor.
If you have trouble with the resulting pumpkin flavor, add a tablespoon of instant espresso powder. You might not distinguish the ingredients in your vegan pumpkin spice smoothie afterwards.
To garnish, add a scoop of whipped coconut cream. It looks just like the non-vegan whipped cream, and it tastes even better.
Finally, for extra probiotics, you can add plain dairy-free kefir.
The Nutritional Value
Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A and C, complex carbohydrates, calcium, iron, anti-oxidants, and dietary fiber. They don’t contain any fats or sodium which makes them a healthier option. To harness even more of this pumpkin goodness, dry the pumpkin seeds and roast them. Then grind the roasted seeds and add this powder to your smoothie. You can use the powder in other meals as well. Pumpkin seeds are higher in nutritional value than soybeans according to this research.
Bananas are rich in potassium, fiber, vitamin C and B6, phytonutrients, and various antioxidants. Like pumpkins, bananas don’t contain any trans fats or sodium.
The spices we used in this recipe have several benefits in the human body:
- Allspice is ground pimento tree berries. The berries are harvested while still unripe and sundried before grinding. It is native to the Caribbean islands and, therefore, some people call it Jamaica pimento. Traditionally, allspice was used to ease indigestion, to relieve intestinal gas and abdominal pain. Allspice is a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. Studies show that it also has cancer-fighting and antiviral properties.
- Cinnamon is made from the bark of Cinnamomum tree. It is rich in antioxidants, which help our bodies to fight diseases.
- Vanilla is also rich in antioxidants. However, be careful when buying commercially processed vanilla. If possible, buy the vanilla bean pods and use them in your recipes.
- Nutmeg is a spice originating from Indonesia that is rich in essential volatile oils like safrole, myristicin, eugenol, and elemicin. These have anti-inflammatory properties hence ideal for treating joint pains.
The Bottom Line
I’m certain that you can now appreciate the nutritional value of our vegan pumpkin spice smoothie. Feel free to experiment with other ingredients but stick to the basics.

If you have ever been a victim of boring vegan snacks or flavorless dips, then its time to make a change this Christmas. Good cooking is like good music. They are all based on the foundation of proper technique. Vegan Christmas appetizers, tapas, finger foods, canapés, or whatever you might call them, prepare your pallet for the main feast.
It is a diverse category of foods; just like the occasions, we serve them for. And the beauty is that almost all types of food ingredients can be adapted as appetizers. This makes it hard to narrow down on specific foods especially for major Holidays like Christmas. In this article, I will share with you my all-time favorites, variations, and serving tips. Read on!
Baked Apples with Vegan Cheese
These are the simplest vegan Christmas appetizers to make. The best apples for this recipe are the green Granny Smith varieties, and the best cheese is the vegan cream cheese. You can also add fruits, nuts, and spices. I love the combination of star anise, cinnamon, and black peppercorns with dried apricots.
For this recipe, feel free to adjust the measurements according to the number of guests you will be serving.
Ingredients
- 8 apples
- 4 tablespoons vegan cheese
- 1 tablespoon diced dried apricots
- 1 tablespoon diced raisins
- A pinch of ground cinnamon, star anise, and black pepper
In a bowl, mix the vegan cheese, the diced fruits, and spices well.
Remove the core of your apples and a little more flesh around it. This creates holes in the apples for stuffing.
Spoon the cheese mixture in the apples and bake them at 200 degrees Celsius for 20-30 minutes or until your apples are tender.
As a tip, add a little water in your baking tray to keep the apples from drying out while baking.
Remove from the oven, garnish with some whole spices.
Serve hot!
Variation
Instead of apricots, you can use chopped pecans or dried cranberries. These are rich in anti-oxidants and other nutritional benefits.
You can also use other firm apple varieties such as Empire or Cortland.
Finally, you can add maple syrup if you have a sweet tooth but remember to balance the sweetness with a pinch of salt. This also depends on the apple variety you use. If your apple is naturally sweet, you don’t need to add more sugar.
Vegan Cheese Balls
Cheese balls are a delicious choice of vegan Christmas appetizers. You can prepare them in advance and cook them when your guests arrive. For this recipe, we shall use our favorite vegan cheese recipe.
Once you have the cheese ready, you will need the following to make the vegan Christmas appetizers.
Ingredients
- 4 potatoes
- 2 tablespoons vegan cream cheese
- ½-teaspoon ground coriander seeds
- 1-teaspoon chopped fresh coriander leaves
- ½-teaspoon dried oregano
- 1-teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 1-tablespoon corn flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Wash and boil your potatoes (skin on) until tender. Peel off the skin and mash them with a fork. Add salt, pepper, and all the above ingredients and mix well. You can use any spices of your choice.
Now scoop the potato mixture and using your hands, flatten them into small patties. Add some more vegan cheese. Fold the patties into small balls, and set aside. The idea is to have more cheese inside your balls. So once they are done, you take a bite, and the cheese at the center melts in your mouth.
Make some batter to coat them before cooking. This batter gives a crispy layer outside. And at this point, you can get more creative.
For my batter, I use:
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 tablespoons corn flour
Mix well to form a light batter.
Dip your vegan cheese balls and swirl around to coat well.
Roll the coated ball in breadcrumbs and set aside.
Repeat with the rest of the potato balls and roll in different coatings such as pistachio, chocolate shavings, chopped nuts, and cranberries to make several colorful vegan Christmas appetizers.
Freeze these coated balls for at least 1 hour before cooking. This ensures your cheese is firm enough to withstand the heat when cooking.
To cook, you can deep fry them in hot oil, or pan fry with just a little vegetable oil, or bake them at 250 Celsius for 15 minutes. However, deep-frying produces the best results.
Serve hot with a sweet and sour chili dip or this delicious vegan sour cream.
Baked Avocado Fries
Avocado is a key ingredient if you are on a Ketogenic diet. They are rich in monosaturated fats, vitamins, and minerals. For these fries, you need to preheat your oven to 220 degrees Celsius (425 F).
Ingredients
- 3 avocadoes – Slice them evenly (like French fries but not too thin)
For the flour mixture
- 2 tablespoons of arrowroot flour, or cassava flour, or coconut flour (you can also use all-purpose wheat flour)
- Spices – ½ teaspoon each
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Chili flakes
- A pinch of salt and black pepper to taste
Mix all the dry ingredients and set aside.
For the wet mixture
- 1½ tablespoon ground chia seeds (or you can use flax seeds)
- 4 tablespoons of water
- 1 lime juiced
Mix well and set aside.
For the final coating
You can use breadcrumbs, coconut flakes, cornflakes, or any similar ingredient that can create a crunchy effect.
To assemble
Dredge the avocados in the flour mixture to coat well. Dip in the wet mixture and finally in the coconut flakes or breadcrumbs. Lay the slices on a lined baking tray and spray with olive oil (optional).
Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
These avocado fries need a tangy dipping sauce. The vegan sour cream works well, but you can also use our vegan ranch.
Vegan Christmas Appetizers for the kids
For the kids, this vegan snacks recipe has several treats that you can easily serve as appetizers. These include the energy balls, Tofu fingers, and of course the cashew cheese balls.

Cashew cheese balls
You can also make deep fried vegan chicken nuggets from our easy vegan chicken recipe.
So now you don’t have an excuse to serve sloppy vegan appetizers. The options are endless. You only need to be creative and think outside the box. Happy holidays!

What makes vegan Christmas cookies delicious? The list of ingredients and the procedure followed. Cookies are a versatile delicacy, especially when serving many people. You only need to make one batch of cookie dough and get creative with the shapes and cookie decoration designs.
In this article, I will share with you easy recipes for the two most common Christmas cookies: Christmas sugar cookies and gingerbread cookies.
Let’s get started!
For both recipes, you need to pre-heat your oven at 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees F).
Christmas Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
- 1½ cups vegan butter
- 1-cup white sugar (this is the best option to achieve pale sugar cookies)
- 3 tablespoons vegan cream cheese (my secret ingredient)
- 3 cups of almond flour (or any gluten-free version you have. You can also use all-purpose flour)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds – pre-soaked for 4 hours (these act as an egg substitute)
- ½-teaspoon baking powder
- Spices
- 1-teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½-teaspoon almond extract
- A pinch of salt
Cream the sugar, butter, and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Use your fingers to know the right consistency. If you can still feel large sugar granules, continue whipping.
Add the wet ingredients and mix well.
Sift in your dry ingredients and combine to form flaky dough. Avoid over-mixing at this point.
Let the dough chill for 1 hour.
Roll the dough to 1/4″ thick. Cut out different shapes using a cookie cutter.
Transfer the cutouts on to a lined baking tray. You can also lightly spray the baking tray with coconut oil.
Bake for 10-15 minutes depending on how crunchy you love your cookies.
Let them cool completely before decorating.
Gingerbread Cookies
Ingredients
- ¼-cup coconut cream
- ¼ cup coconut sugar (you can use 2 tablespoons of maple syrup)
- 2 cups almond flour
- 2 teaspoons blackstrap molasses (optional)
- 1-teaspoon bicarbonate
- Spices
- 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
- A pinch of salt
Mix all the dry ingredients.
In another bowl, mix the cream and sugar with all the wet ingredients. Combine with the dry ingredient and mix well to form soft dough. You can add a little almond milk if the dough is too dry.
Chill for 1 hour. Chilling makes the cookie dough firm hence easier to roll.
Roll the dough to 1/4″ thick. Cut out different shapes using cookie cutters.
Transfer the cutouts on to a lined baking tray. You can also lightly spray the baking tray with coconut oil.
Bake for 10-15 minutes depending on how crunchy you love your cookies.
Let them cool completely before decorating.
For the Frosting
- 1-cup coconut cream
- ½ cup sifted sugar
- 2 tablespoons almond milk (for a slightly firm-runny consistency)
- Natural food coloring (Green and red for Christmas themed vegan cookies)
Whisk the ingredients together.
Chill the frosting until you’re ready to decorate.
In Conclusion
These vegan Christmas cookies taste terrific, and they are all gluten-free and of course dairy-free. They make an excellent breakfast addition or an accompaniment for your 10 o’clock tea. My kids usually poke holes right before baking. And when the cookies are baked, they loop a string around them and hung them in the Christmas tree as decoration. As you enjoy the cookies, create memories for your family this festive season. Merry Christmas!

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