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High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners: Quick and Easy Recipes for Everyday Meals

Description:

An essential guide to optimal whole-food, plant-based protein sources, prep and cooking tips, and a 4-week meal plan for a manageable transition.

Embarking on their journey, people who are beginners to plant-based eating often find themselves asking, "But where will I get my protein from now?" The simple answer is: from plants! Plants are optimal protein sources, and yes, it is entirely possible to get your daily protein requirements exclusively from plants.

In
High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners, wellness leader and coach Maya A. Howard offers an invaluable guide that breaks down which plants have the highest protein content, shows you how to combine ingredients for complete protein meals, and features delicious everyday recipes that use a variety of high-protein whole-food plants, like vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and even fruit!

High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners features:

A beginner's guide to plant protein, including a handy chart showing the highest-protein plant foods and a short tutorial on how to pair ingredients for a complete protein meal.

Quick and easy recipes featuring high-protein options for every meal of the day (even snacks and desserts!), like Banana Oatmeal Bake, Sweet Potato Chia Pancakes, Chickpea Tortilla Soup, Kale Pesto Zucchini Linguini, Pineapple Fried Rice, Watermelon Poke Bowl, and Black Bean Fudge Brownies.

An easy-to-follow 4-week meal plan, complete with helpful grocery lists and step-by-step prepping instructions that takes the guesswork out of your first four weeks.


Editorial Reviews

Review

“Wow, Maya has truly done it. . . . She has simplified going plant-based. For anyone who has thought about making the transition but hasn’t because you don’t know where to start, you just lost that excuse, because this book explains everything you need to make that final step—from what to eat and what not to eat to stocking up your kitchen so that you won’t self-sabotage your transition. I highly recommend this book to anyone, and I do mean anyone—vegan and non-vegan.” 
—John Lewis, CEO and founder, Bad Ass Vegan
 
“What we eat has such a huge impact on both our bodies and our environment. We know that eating a plant-based diet reduces the greenhouse gas emissions from cattle and other animal agriculture, but a whole-food, plant-based diet takes it even further by cutting out a lot of the packaging waste that comes with processed foods while also maximizing nutrition! Maya’s meal plans incorporate using leftovers on a daily basis, simultaneously making meal planning more approachable and reducing food waste. A win-win for our bodies and the earth! Not to mention our mouths water just thinking about these recipes.”
—Alex Gamboa Grand and Lindsay Janssen Smith, cofounders of Good Intent (shopwithgoodintent.com)
 
 
High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners is a gift for anyone wanting to incorporate more whole-food, plant-based meals into their life! Maya beautifully balances the science behind getting your complete protein needs met from plants, accessible and affordable ways to shop, and the joy and flavor derived from savoring these plant-based recipes. This cookbook gives a holistic and inclusive look at how centering plants on the plate can have positive impacts on your health, your budget, and the planet.” 
—Aly French and Erica Stein, cohosts of the Courageous Wellness podcastandintegrative nutrition health coaches

About the Author

Maya A. Howard is a wellness writer, self-taught home cook and plant-based recipe developer, digital content creator, and a full-time dietetics student pursuing a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. She is the founder of Maya’s Healthy Day, an online destination that inspires, empowers, and educates women of color to live healthy and purpose-driven lives. She is from Inglewood, California.

Ariel Warren, RDN, CD, CDCES, is a leader in several diabetes organizations, an author, and a business owner of a telehealth private practice. While she spe­cializes in diabetes care, Ariel uses a holistic approach to help all her clients treat and prevent disease through whole-food plant-based eating.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Protein Information is Great

j. · October 11, 2025

Love the way this book is laid out; very clear, very helpful. The recipes are easy and used most of the products I had in my pantry. Very informative.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, generous cookbook!

L. · February 12, 2024

This is such a generous cookbook -- it has menus, it has shopping lists, it has food prep, it has great tips, it has delicious easy recipes! I'm very hard on recipes, playing with recipes to a ridiculous extent, keeping the same ingredients but turning say a smoothie into overnight oats or a skillet dish into a bowl I make in the microwave, but this cookbook's recipes work even with that treatment because the flavors are fabulous! It's not just a repeat of the recipes I see in ever so many cookbooks and food magazines. I think it somehow should have had a clearer title -- of course it has a healthy level of protein and is plant-based, but it's great for definite non-beginners too and it is ever so much more! Many many thanks to the author!

4.0 out of 5 stars Almost 5 Star - I generally like it

A.C. · September 12, 2024

The recipes are good and I was able to use many of them to create my own 1800 calorie meal plan with 100 grams of protein per day. I hope there will be a new edition in the future with a few improvements:A meal plan for those of us on a weight loss journey - based on the protein formula in the book, the meal plans didn't have enough protein to meet the needs of people who are struggling with obesity.Protein and calories listed next to each item in the table of contents so beginners can easily find a recipe that meets our needs - since it is for beginners.Suggested alternatives for produce that is out of season or harder to find.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book for beginners

B. · May 23, 2025

The recipes in this book a very good. The ingredients are easy to find. The techniques are easy to master, and the dishes prepare quickly. The food is delicious. It is the perfect recipe book for beginners. The variety is limited, though. I would not recommend it for someone who has followed a vegetarian regimen for a while.

3.0 out of 5 stars High carbs

T.H. · April 4, 2025

This is not high protein. Many of the recipes are well below 20 grams of protein while having over 50 carbs per serving. I don't think the recipes are bad or difficult to make, but the title is misleading and if you are restricting carbs for health you need to be aware that this is not the book for you. Many of the recipes do have a good amount of fiber which is great if you are counting net carbs.

5.0 out of 5 stars How to begin a Plant-based Diet

K.C. · October 6, 2025

Just what I needed to begin a plant-based diet. Everything is listed, even grocery lists and the plan for ridding my kitchen of the "no-no's" in foods.

5.0 out of 5 stars An easy and delicious way to eating healthier!!

K.F. · October 1, 2021

Maya has long been an amazing source for health and wellness practices, especially when it comes to understanding how to create food that is both healthy, enjoyable, and earth loving. From her website to her instagram, and any amount of talks she has given, she is a great source of knowledge in the world of health and wellness. In this book she has poured all her knowledge for food, love for the world, and care for people's wellness into each and every page. As digestible as it gets, she has packaged together so many great recipes, that are easy to make, and delicious. This is a no brainer book for anyone who wants to try eating plant based, and who enjoys great food. I also think Maya has a very realistic and human perspective on eating and living healthy as she communicates in this book and on a great podcast she did recently. It is a gentle approach, with empathy, love, and understanding. That can be hard to find in a nutrition industry that often points fingers and admonishes. Get the book! It's wonderful in so many ways

5.0 out of 5 stars Flawless! Everything I've made has been a hit.

h. · February 8, 2025

I've now made quite a few recipes from this book and every one has been a hit. What I like is that these are straight, unpretentious yet completely delicious recipes with straightforward ingredients. For less experienced cooks, like myself, I do recommend following her directions exactly re timing and amounts at least the first time you make it. I don't really know what I'm doing, but when I try to modify them it's not as good as the original. The ingredient lists are broken out separately so it's easy to shop for, and the ingredients are presented separately so you don't need to read a damn novel just to know what to put in and in what order. Highly recommended!

No images for dishes

A.R. · September 29, 2022

It's hard to visualise what i'm trying to prepare as there are no images

Good recipes

K.H. · June 27, 2024

Easy to read

BEWARE! Recipe measurements for the American market, not metric.

M.H. · January 18, 2023

Why sell a recipe book to the UK, European market when the measurements are not metric? The book is for the American market !

High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners: Quick and Easy Recipes for Everyday Meals

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Product ID: U0593196902
Condition: New

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Type: Paperback

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Imported From: United States

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BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

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Description:

An essential guide to optimal whole-food, plant-based protein sources, prep and cooking tips, and a 4-week meal plan for a manageable transition.

Embarking on their journey, people who are beginners to plant-based eating often find themselves asking, "But where will I get my protein from now?" The simple answer is: from plants! Plants are optimal protein sources, and yes, it is entirely possible to get your daily protein requirements exclusively from plants.

In
High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners, wellness leader and coach Maya A. Howard offers an invaluable guide that breaks down which plants have the highest protein content, shows you how to combine ingredients for complete protein meals, and features delicious everyday recipes that use a variety of high-protein whole-food plants, like vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and even fruit!

High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners features:

A beginner's guide to plant protein, including a handy chart showing the highest-protein plant foods and a short tutorial on how to pair ingredients for a complete protein meal.

Quick and easy recipes featuring high-protein options for every meal of the day (even snacks and desserts!), like Banana Oatmeal Bake, Sweet Potato Chia Pancakes, Chickpea Tortilla Soup, Kale Pesto Zucchini Linguini, Pineapple Fried Rice, Watermelon Poke Bowl, and Black Bean Fudge Brownies.

An easy-to-follow 4-week meal plan, complete with helpful grocery lists and step-by-step prepping instructions that takes the guesswork out of your first four weeks.


Editorial Reviews

Review

“Wow, Maya has truly done it. . . . She has simplified going plant-based. For anyone who has thought about making the transition but hasn’t because you don’t know where to start, you just lost that excuse, because this book explains everything you need to make that final step—from what to eat and what not to eat to stocking up your kitchen so that you won’t self-sabotage your transition. I highly recommend this book to anyone, and I do mean anyone—vegan and non-vegan.” 
—John Lewis, CEO and founder, Bad Ass Vegan
 
“What we eat has such a huge impact on both our bodies and our environment. We know that eating a plant-based diet reduces the greenhouse gas emissions from cattle and other animal agriculture, but a whole-food, plant-based diet takes it even further by cutting out a lot of the packaging waste that comes with processed foods while also maximizing nutrition! Maya’s meal plans incorporate using leftovers on a daily basis, simultaneously making meal planning more approachable and reducing food waste. A win-win for our bodies and the earth! Not to mention our mouths water just thinking about these recipes.”
—Alex Gamboa Grand and Lindsay Janssen Smith, cofounders of Good Intent (shopwithgoodintent.com)
 
 
High-Protein Plant-Based Diet for Beginners is a gift for anyone wanting to incorporate more whole-food, plant-based meals into their life! Maya beautifully balances the science behind getting your complete protein needs met from plants, accessible and affordable ways to shop, and the joy and flavor derived from savoring these plant-based recipes. This cookbook gives a holistic and inclusive look at how centering plants on the plate can have positive impacts on your health, your budget, and the planet.” 
—Aly French and Erica Stein, cohosts of the Courageous Wellness podcastandintegrative nutrition health coaches

About the Author

Maya A. Howard is a wellness writer, self-taught home cook and plant-based recipe developer, digital content creator, and a full-time dietetics student pursuing a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. She is the founder of Maya’s Healthy Day, an online destination that inspires, empowers, and educates women of color to live healthy and purpose-driven lives. She is from Inglewood, California.

Ariel Warren, RDN, CD, CDCES, is a leader in several diabetes organizations, an author, and a business owner of a telehealth private practice. While she spe­cializes in diabetes care, Ariel uses a holistic approach to help all her clients treat and prevent disease through whole-food plant-based eating.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Protein Information is Great

j. · October 11, 2025

Love the way this book is laid out; very clear, very helpful. The recipes are easy and used most of the products I had in my pantry. Very informative.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, generous cookbook!

L. · February 12, 2024

This is such a generous cookbook -- it has menus, it has shopping lists, it has food prep, it has great tips, it has delicious easy recipes! I'm very hard on recipes, playing with recipes to a ridiculous extent, keeping the same ingredients but turning say a smoothie into overnight oats or a skillet dish into a bowl I make in the microwave, but this cookbook's recipes work even with that treatment because the flavors are fabulous! It's not just a repeat of the recipes I see in ever so many cookbooks and food magazines. I think it somehow should have had a clearer title -- of course it has a healthy level of protein and is plant-based, but it's great for definite non-beginners too and it is ever so much more! Many many thanks to the author!

4.0 out of 5 stars Almost 5 Star - I generally like it

A.C. · September 12, 2024

The recipes are good and I was able to use many of them to create my own 1800 calorie meal plan with 100 grams of protein per day. I hope there will be a new edition in the future with a few improvements:A meal plan for those of us on a weight loss journey - based on the protein formula in the book, the meal plans didn't have enough protein to meet the needs of people who are struggling with obesity.Protein and calories listed next to each item in the table of contents so beginners can easily find a recipe that meets our needs - since it is for beginners.Suggested alternatives for produce that is out of season or harder to find.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book for beginners

B. · May 23, 2025

The recipes in this book a very good. The ingredients are easy to find. The techniques are easy to master, and the dishes prepare quickly. The food is delicious. It is the perfect recipe book for beginners. The variety is limited, though. I would not recommend it for someone who has followed a vegetarian regimen for a while.

3.0 out of 5 stars High carbs

T.H. · April 4, 2025

This is not high protein. Many of the recipes are well below 20 grams of protein while having over 50 carbs per serving. I don't think the recipes are bad or difficult to make, but the title is misleading and if you are restricting carbs for health you need to be aware that this is not the book for you. Many of the recipes do have a good amount of fiber which is great if you are counting net carbs.

5.0 out of 5 stars How to begin a Plant-based Diet

K.C. · October 6, 2025

Just what I needed to begin a plant-based diet. Everything is listed, even grocery lists and the plan for ridding my kitchen of the "no-no's" in foods.

5.0 out of 5 stars An easy and delicious way to eating healthier!!

K.F. · October 1, 2021

Maya has long been an amazing source for health and wellness practices, especially when it comes to understanding how to create food that is both healthy, enjoyable, and earth loving. From her website to her instagram, and any amount of talks she has given, she is a great source of knowledge in the world of health and wellness. In this book she has poured all her knowledge for food, love for the world, and care for people's wellness into each and every page. As digestible as it gets, she has packaged together so many great recipes, that are easy to make, and delicious. This is a no brainer book for anyone who wants to try eating plant based, and who enjoys great food. I also think Maya has a very realistic and human perspective on eating and living healthy as she communicates in this book and on a great podcast she did recently. It is a gentle approach, with empathy, love, and understanding. That can be hard to find in a nutrition industry that often points fingers and admonishes. Get the book! It's wonderful in so many ways

5.0 out of 5 stars Flawless! Everything I've made has been a hit.

h. · February 8, 2025

I've now made quite a few recipes from this book and every one has been a hit. What I like is that these are straight, unpretentious yet completely delicious recipes with straightforward ingredients. For less experienced cooks, like myself, I do recommend following her directions exactly re timing and amounts at least the first time you make it. I don't really know what I'm doing, but when I try to modify them it's not as good as the original. The ingredient lists are broken out separately so it's easy to shop for, and the ingredients are presented separately so you don't need to read a damn novel just to know what to put in and in what order. Highly recommended!

No images for dishes

A.R. · September 29, 2022

It's hard to visualise what i'm trying to prepare as there are no images

Good recipes

K.H. · June 27, 2024

Easy to read

BEWARE! Recipe measurements for the American market, not metric.

M.H. · January 18, 2023

Why sell a recipe book to the UK, European market when the measurements are not metric? The book is for the American market !

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