Leon: Fast Vegetarian – Leon (Hardback) by Henry Dimbleby and Jane Baxter is a celebration of fresh, vibrant produce and a nod to the growing movement towards meat-free living. Built on the principle of creating quick, healthy, and flavour-packed meals, this book offers an impressive range of recipes that will inspire both experienced and novice cooks to embrace vegetables at the heart of every dish.

At the core of Leon’s philosophy is the drive to source sustainable ingredients, ensuring readers can enjoy guilt-free cooking while championing environmental awareness. With more than 150 recipes, the authors demonstrate how to transform everyday vegetables into star dishes that don’t simply replace meat but celebrate the vegetable as a hero in its own right.

The book is thoughtfully organised into two main parts. The first section, known as Star Turns, provides a repertoire of satisfying meals that stand as complete dishes. From easy Breakfast & Brunch options to hearty Grains & Pulses and heart-warming Rice & Curry chapters, each recipe highlights the versatility of plant-based eating. Notable inclusions such as the Asparagus & Wild Garlic Frittata, Black Bean Chocolate Chilli, and Stuffed Aubergine Curry showcase vibrant flavours and new ways to experiment in the kitchen. For families, the Kids chapter offers child-friendly spins on vegetarian favourites, ensuring no one misses out.

The second section, called Supporting Cast, revolves around accompaniments, side dishes, and dressings. This includes enticing grazing platters, tangy pickles, salsas, chutneys, and more, opening up even more possibilities for creative dining. Dishes like the Jackson Pollock Salad and Squash Risotto show how easily vegetables can be transformed into show-stopping experiences.

By focusing on fresh vegetables that can be sourced from markets, allotments, or supermarkets, Leon: Fast Vegetarian aims to make healthy eating accessible to all. In essence, this cookbook is a testament to the joys of plant-based cuisine. Through playful recipe names, clever cooking tips, and an emphasis on speed, it ushers in a new era of vegetarian cooking that is full of abundance, colour, and satisfaction.

Whether you are a seasoned vegetarian or seeking to reduce meat in your diet, this collection is an excellent resource. It celebrates the wondrous variety of produce on offer and encourages an appreciation for ethical dining. Ultimately, Leon: Fast Vegetarian stands as an uplifting guide to embracing plant-based meals without sacrificing taste, convenience, and flavour.

Product: details

Publisher: Conran; 1st edition (2014)

Language: English

Hardback: 304 pages

ISBN-10: 1840916109

ISBN-13: 978-1840916102

Dimensions20 x 3.6 x 25.8 cm