There’s a sad fact is that citizens’ health situation in America is facing a big crisis when there are more and more people, even young children are suffering from health diseases related to eating habits. Especially in the Black community, this situation is just even worse.
That’s why in the market, there are many cookbooks that help African Americans change their diet into a healthier and greener one. To help you pick suitable cookbooks for your transition, in this post today, we are thrilled to share with you 10 African American vegetarian cookbooks that are promised to change your life forever.
The Ethnic Vegetarian: Traditional and Modern Recipes from Africa, America, and the Caribbean
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“An excellent cookbook. Good tasting recipes for someone moving towards vegetarian lifestyle or just cutting down on meat”- Amazon Customer
The book is a collection of 150 fabulous recipes which are inspired by African-American vegetarian dishes. It doesn’t just offer you recipes only, it leads you through the traditions and history of African-American cuisine. All of this knowledge comes from the author’s memories and experiences with food since she was little.
The book begins with explanations on why and how to start your vegetarian diet right now, then it provides you wonderful and delicious recipes for dishes such as Senegalese Tofu and Moroccan Zucchini Pancakes.
About the Author: Angela Shelf Medearis is a famous chef and cookbook author. She is the owner of The Diva Productions which is an organization that specializes in producing many types of books, videos, and audios. She is also a judge for cooking shows. She resides in Texas.
Other books by the author:
- The Kitchen Diva’s Diabetic Cookbook: 150 Healthy, Delicious Recipes for Diabetics and Those Who Dine with Them
- Just For You!: Lights Out
Vegan Soul Kitchen: Fresh, Healthy, and Creative African-American Cuisine
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“There’s just something about this book that makes me smile, like an old friend. The soul in the food may not be traditional, but the soul in the book is palpable and I appreciate the time and energy Terry put into this book”- Amazon Customer
This book is a combination of incredible flavors and healthiness. All recipes use plant-based ingredients which are fresh and 100% good for your body. The author has done a very good job in mixing different tastes and cooking techniques of different regions from Africa to America and Europe.
Including wonderful vegetarian recipes from African-American cuisine, it was named as one of the best cookbooks for vegetarians by Cooking Light Magazine.
About the Author: Bryant Terry is a cooking educator, chef, and cookbook author. He has achieved many great successes in his career including being the father of several bestselling cookbooks. He was also on the list of “100 most influential African Americans” and “Best Cookbook Cheftivist”. He now lives in California with his happy family.
Below are other three cookbooks on the list today by the same author
Vegetable Kingdom: The Abundant World of Vegan Recipes
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“The book has some seriously flavorful recipes! I’ve only made a half a dozen recipes (citrus fennel dish on the cover, the collards, sunchoke rigatoni, etc.) which have been amazing”- Amazon Customer
This book makes the most of African-American tradition which is cooking what you got and what nature gave you. Through the book, you will know how to use ingredients such as vegetables, fruits, and nuts to make incredibly tasty and healthy dishes for your friends and family. With more than 100 mouth-watering recipes, it will give you a wide range of choices to keep on your vegetarian diet enjoyably and successfully.
There are recipes for Salads, Barbecued Carrots, White Beans, Citrus & Garlic-Herb-Braised Fennel, and so much more. Start your diet right now and see how vegetables can change your life forever.
Afro-Vegan: Farm-Fresh African, Caribbean, and Southern Flavors Remixed
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“I like the way the book is presented with a soundtrack with every recipe. I’m a meat eater and wanted recipes to prepare for my change over to nonanimal food”- Amazon Customer
This cookbook is for African Americans who want to find a way back to their culture and traditions through food and cooking. The book is not only filled with mouth-watering vegetarians recipes but also is full of historical stories and the author’s love and passion for food, art, music, and the people of Africa.
If you are interested in African-American cooking techniques and culinary heritages, or if you are craving new and tasty vegetarian dishes, this book is a go-to book for you.
The Inspired Vegan: Seasonal Ingredients, Creative Recipes, Mouthwatering Menus
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“3rd cookbook of the authors I have read. As a Vegan l appreciate offerings that are solid in flavor and technique. Indeed this book has both”- Amazon Customer
Another amazing cookbook of Bryant Terry on the list! In this book, the author shares quick and simple recipes for those who are busy but still want their food to be delicious and healthy. It provides full menus that are super convenient and suitable for you to cook fast and perfect meals for your whole family. All recipes are made from plant-based ingredients and make the most of African cooking techniques.
Again, the book is a treasure for African-Americans who want to maintain the art and beauty of their food and cooking traditions.
Healthy at Last: A Plant-Based Approach to Preventing and Reversing Diabetes and Other Chronic Illnesses
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“This isn’t just another plant recipe book – although there are recipes at the end of the book. This book is a user manual on how to migrate from an animal-based diet to a plant-based diet”- Amazon Customer
The book is not just a cookbook, it’s a valuable resource for those, especially Black Americans, who are suffering health diseases caused by unhealthy and unbalanced eating habits. The author wrote this book with a mission to change the life of the Black community- the group is heavier than any other group in America by changing their diet.
With over 50 vegetarian recipes, many motivated stories, scientific facts, and real experiences of the author, this book will change your life once and for all.
About the Author: Eric Adams is a police officer and borough president of Brooklyn. Although he is not an expert in the food and cooking industry or a nutritional professional, his first cookbook sharing his recipes for a healthier diet has received positive feedback from readers who have the same concern about eating habits as him.
By Any Greens Necessary: A Revolutionary Guide for Black Women Who Want to Eat Great, Get Healthy, Lose Weight, and Look Phat
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“Amazing! Not only is this book well written, but it is convincing (and that’s an understatement). I feel empowered to transition from vegetarian and start my vegan journey”- Amazon Customer
This book is a great motivation for any woman who wants to eat clean and gets fit. Although it is written for African-American women-the most vulnerable group who are facing a severe health crisis in the US, all recipes in the book can be made by anyone and suit everyone’s taste. It starts with the “scary” reasons why you should change your diet right now and then, the author gives you many helpful tips for cooking, controlling your eating habits, and even shopping.
If you are ready to make a revolution for your health and body, this book is what you should consider having in your kitchen.
About the Author: Tracye Lynn McQuirter is a passionate nutritionist who has devoted her whole career to spread health and nutritional knowledge to everyone around the world. She also works as a consultant for the Black Women’s Health Imperative-an health organization for black girls and women.
Ageless Vegan: The Secret to Living a Long and Healthy Plant-Based Life
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“Ageless Vegan provides the unique perspectives of a long-time vegan educator and her lovely and supportive vegan mom, proving that it’s never too late (or too difficult) to eat healthily and humanely”- Amazon Customer
Written by a vegan expert who has spent her whole time and effort improving the health crisis of Americans, this book deserves to be a must-have cookbook for anyone who wants to change their diet into vegan. It offers 100 simple and delicious recipes which are inspired by African ingredients and cooking techniques. You will find in the book wonderful recipes for Vegetable Pot Pie, tasty and fresh salads, amazing green soups, and so much more.
About the Author: Tracye McQuirter is an author and pioneer in the wave of changing Americans’ eating habits. She has created and taught a vegetarian curriculum for some public schools in Columbia. Tracye has also written many books that help people follow the vegetarian diet easier with more joy and interest.
Classic Vegetarian Cooking from the Middle East & North Africa
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“My go-to recipe book. Pretty much everything I’ve tried has worked out and been absolutely delicious! Most of the ingredients are cheap and easy to acquire, too”- Amazon Customer
This book will open your mind to the vegetarian cuisine of the Middle East and North Africa. Some recipes are adjusted to suit Americans’ palate but overall, they are all delicious and affordable recipes that take not much time to prepare and cook.
Through the book, you will know how to combine different kinds of spices, herbs, and ingredients to make flavorful and beautiful vegetarian dishes.
About the Author: Habeeb Salloum is a food blogger who loves traveling to expand his knowledge about the world. His writings have been featured in many popular magazines such as the Gourmet, the Vegetarian Times, and some other scientific magazines.
A Southern Girl’s Guide to Plant-Based Eating: Recipes from the Vegan Soul That Won’t Make You Broke
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“I was excited to get this book as I continue to go on the path of Veganism. I especially love the breakfast recipes as that is my favorite meal of the day”- Amazon Customer
If you want a reliable guide for your transition to a vegetarian diet, this book is a good start. It was written to raise people’s awareness about Black American veganism, and it is for anyone who wants to live clean and healthy for the rest of their life. All recipes in the book are so simple to cook with friendly ingredients. You will find recipes for breakfasts, lunch, dinners, appetizers, desserts, main dishes, side dishes, and so much more.
Give this cookbook a try right now if you are ready to make a big revolution in your lifestyle.
About the Author: Cametria Hill is a cookbook author, a chef who pursues a vegan lifestyle to improve her health condition and get a happier life. She has published several books that guide people to follow plant-based eating effectively.
We hope you like this post and finally find out your favorite African American Vegetarian cookbooks. Meanwhile, we welcome you to explore our site and discover more cookbook recommendations from the same cuisine below.
