Teach Me How To Vegan
by Animal Protection of New Mexico
Teach Me How To Vegan is jam-packed with resources, ideas, and tips for switching to (or staying on) a plant-based diet. Hosts Tony and Mickey Quintana share from their experiences, both personal and professional, how you can go vegan. They explore topics such as meal planning, budgeting, recipes, nutrition, parenting, and much more. Whether you want to go vegan for the animals, the environment, your health, or social justice, this is the place to learn how.
Episodes
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Vegan at Trader Joe's
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share some of our favorite products we buy at Trader Joe's and discuss how we use them. We include vegan replacement products (such as meats and cheeses) as well as items that are naturally or "accidentally" vegan (such as pastas and sauces). We also...
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Vitamin B12 w/ special guest Gabriel Gaarden
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we welcome back special guest Registered Dietitian Gabriel Gaarden to help us take a deep dive into all things relating to vitamin B12 and better understand why it is frequently talked about when discussing vegan diets. We also discuss where vitamin B12...
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Egg-Free Cooking & Baking
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we discuss all about how live with out eggs including sharing recipes for breakfast stapes like fried eggs and quiche, and we discuss how to bake without eggs and still get the same tasty results. The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a...
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Cooking with Tofu
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we discuss some of the many ways tofu can be prepared and enjoyed, and include some step-by-step instructions for those who have never prepared tofu before. If you're interested in trying tofu but not even sure where to start, this episode is your starting...
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Say Cheese!
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we have an in-depth conversation about what the research says about why cheese is so difficult to give up including what makes cheese such a unique food and how it impacts our brains. We then share our recommendations for giving up cheese based on this...
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Omega 3s
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we welcome back Registered Dietitian Gabriel Gaarden to help us understand what Omega 3s are, whether or not we should be concerned about them, and how to be sure we are getting enough of them on a vegan diet. We also discuss pros and cons of supplements…
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Cookies, Brownies, & Cakes—Oh My!
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we have a sweet conversation about our favorite recipes and techniques for baking delectable vegan desserts. We include some treats that are on the healthier side for those interested, and of course all of the recipes we share are easy peasy. Tune in and...
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Got Vegan Milk?
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we talk about the many plant-based milks available and we discuss our favorites in various categories including best to drink plain, best to pair with cookies, creamiest, and best to bake with. Tune in to for a nourishing discussion about all things…
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NM Vegan Dining Guide
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we talk all about our new interactive New Mexico Vegan Dining Guide website including tips on how to use it to find vegan eats you'll love. We also have a fun and yummy conversation about our favorite eats across the state, and as a bonus for our listeners...
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More Soups & Stews
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share even more ideas for delicious plant-based soups and stews. We recently discovered some new soups and stews that were so yummy, we had to do another episode to share them with you! The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute…
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Staying the Course
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we continue the conversations from previous episodes about how to stay motivated, bounce back after a relapse, and stay vegan. We explore some common themes among "ex-vegans" and discuss some articles and theories on behavior change to offer more tips and...
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Game Day Snacks
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we help you prepare for the big game with more ideas for delicious snacks, appetizers, and ideas for veganizing the most popular Super Bowl foods. This episode is great for planning fun foods for watching football, the Olympics, movie marathons, or a day…
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What About Calcium?
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we welcome back special guest Registered Dietitian Gabriel Gaarden for a rich and thorough conversation about calcium. We discuss how much calcium we all need, vegan food sources of calcium, other actions we can take to ensure good bone health on a vegan...
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More Breakfast Ideas
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we have another fun conversation about our favorite and most challenging meal—breakfast! We share 8 new ideas for hearty breakfasts and share some new tips for simplifying your cooking and breakfast routine! The contents of this podcast are not intended to...
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Appetizers
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we have a bite-sized conversation about some of our favorite appetizers and finger foods that we enjoy year round, but especially around the holidays when we're entertaining guests and/or entertaining ourselves. The contents of this podcast are not…
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Vegan Gift Guide
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share oodles of ideas for vegan friendly gifts. Whether you're looking for ideas to give others who want to give you gifts, or if you're looking to give a gift to a vegan in your life, you are sure to find helpful ideas and inspiration here! The…
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Leftovers
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share loads of ideas for re-imagining your leftovers. So if you find yourself with a fridge full of holiday leftovers and don't want to keep eating the same plate of re-heated food, we've got you covered! If you don't have any holiday leftovers, you…
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More Baby Steps
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share 10 more tangible baby steps that you can take to help jump start your vegan journey. No matter where you are, whether you're still trying to figure out how to get started or you've been vegan for many years, we could all use some inspiration to…
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Soups & Stews
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we talk about how we veganize some of our favorite soups and stews including some of our childhood favorites. We share recipes and ideas for hearty soups and stews including Broccoli Cheese Soup, Irish Beef Stew, Posole, and so much more. This episode has...
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How to Stay Vegan - A New Study
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we discuss a new study that examines what factors help people stay vegan or vegetarian. This episode is also a great review of many topics that we've discussed on the podcast thus far, regarding how to support yourself and your loved ones on your vegan...
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Pumpkin Everything
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share some of the many ways we enjoy pumpkin and pumpkin spice such as pumpkin pie, pumpkin cheesecake, pumpkin scones, pumpkin pasta, and so much more! Whether you're looking for some fun new fall themed recipe ideas, or just enjoy talking all things...
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Green Chile Everything
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share some of the many ways we enjoy our New Mexican grown green chile along with some tips and resources for veganizing your favorite green chile recipes. Whether you're looking for some fun new recipe ideas, or just enjoy talking all things green…
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Time for a Coffee Break
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan, we take a coffee break to talk about our favorite ways to enjoy vegan coffee and other hot beverages such as hot chocolate and chai tea. We share our favorite plant-based creamers, milks, and tips for ordering vegan coffee out. The contents of this…
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Vegan Camp Out
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan, we share tips and ideas for planning the perfect vegan campout. We discuss how to make vegan s'mores, what foods we love to cook over the fire, and what foods our family always packs for a getaway in nature. The contents of this podcast are not intended…
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Back to School: Lunches & Snacks for Kids
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan, we help you get ready to go back to school by sharing loads of ideas and tips for packing lunches, snacks, and quick breakfasts for busy mornings. For those who don't have children in their home, or are not going back to school, you still might want to…
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Can Companion Animals Be Vegan? w/ Special Guest Jan Allegretti, D.Vet.Hom
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we welcome special guest Jan Allegretti, D.Vet.Hom., to offer her expertise and discuss if and how our dog and cat family members can thrive on a plant-based diet. We discuss Jan's Fresh & Flexible Meal Plan, which foods are safe for dogs and cats…
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Cool Foods for Hot Days
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share ideas and recipes for cool foods that are served chilled and require little or no cooking to help you beat the summer heat. We go beyond the usual smoothies and green salads and talk about more hearty and filling dishes such as ceviche,...
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Soy Much to Talk About - with Special Guest Gabriel Gaarden, RD
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we welcome back special guest Registered Dietitian Gabriel Gaarden for an in-depth discussion about all things soy. We discuss topics including estrogens, cancer risk, GMOs, thyroid function, bone health, and soy much more! If you have any questions or...
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What Do Vegans Grill?
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we talk all about the many vegan grilling options including vegan meats, tofu, tempeh, vegetables, fruits, and more! We also discuss marinades and, for those who enjoy pairing an adult beverage with your grilling events, how to tell if your adult beverage…
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The Future is Vegan - Part 1
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we welcome special guest 14 year-old Constantine Quintana to share his stories and wisdom about why he is vegan and what type of world he imagines living in when he gets older. We also discuss navigating the world as a young vegan, favorite foods, and lots...
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The Hunt for Vegan Recipes
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan, we share some of our favorite resources for finding great vegan recipes including blogs, cook books, other websites, and we share a few of our favorite recipes from those sites. There is so much information and so many resources available, sometimes too...
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Let's Talk Tacos
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we talk all about some of the many different ways there are to make vegan tacos—from meaty beefy tacos to healthy lentil tacos—and everything in between. Some of the taco variations we discuss include beef, chicken, fish, tempeh, bean, calabacitas, and…
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The Protein Episode - with special guest Gabriel Gaarden, RD
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan, we welcome special guest Registered Dietitian Gabriel Gaarden, to have an in-depth conversation about all things related to protein. We discuss what protein is, protein needs, protein powders, high protein diets, vegan protein sources, and more. If you…
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How To Answer Those Common Questions: Parenting Edition
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan, we review some of the most common questions we have been asked about raising vegan kids, and have an in-depth conversation about our answers to each question. Questions reviewed include: Is it right to force your beliefs on your kids? Are you depriving…
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Raising Vegan Kids
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we have in an depth conversation about raising vegan kids and share from our experiences, research, and education. We discuss nutrition, navigating social gatherings and school, talking to your kids about veganism, preparing your kids to field the…
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Eating Out
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share tips, strategies, and resources for finding great vegan options at restaurants near you and how to build your own vegan meals at restaurants that don't have anything labeled vegan on the menu. We discuss common culprits that make some entrees not...
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"Accidentally Vegan" Foods
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we discuss a wide variety of foods that are naturally, or "accidentally" vegan. From veggies and hummus to Cracker Jacks and Oreo cookies, there are so many foods that can still be included on a vegan diet, depending on your specific goals and lifestyle.…
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Staying Motivated
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we discuss four main strategies for staying motivated and avoiding burn out on your vegan journey, and we present specific ideas and tips for each one. We then go deep into a discussion about ensuring that the media you are consuming is truly inspiring you...
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How To Veganize Your Favorite Foods
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share our simple four-step process for how to veganize your favorite foods and we discuss the wide variety of plant-based products and ingredients that can be used as substitutions and swaps for meat, dairy, egg, and other animal-based foods. We also...
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10 Healthy Meals Our Family Loves
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share 10 meals that are healthy, easy to make, and that are loved by our whole family—including the kids! If you're looking for recipes and ideas for adding more whole foods and/or more vegetables to your diet, this episode is for you. The contents of...
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Holiday Cooking: New Mexico Style
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share our favorite traditional New Mexican foods to enjoy during the winter time, and discuss how we make them. We share recipes and tips for making tamales, posole, biscochitos, green chile apple pie, green chile stew, and atole. Whether you celebrate...
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How to Answer Those Common Questions - Part 2
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we continue our conversation and review 7 more of the most common questions we have been asked over the years of being vegan, and offer answers to those questions. You can use our answers as a script for yourself, adapt them as you see fit, or simply use...
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Cooking for the Holidays
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share ideas and recipes for creating delicious plant-based meals that are sure to please the whole family. We talk about all of the different vegan "roasts" that we've tried and discuss recipes and ideas for other main dishes as well as side dishes,...
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How To Answer Those Common Questions - Part 1
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we review 6 of the most common questions we have been asked over the years of being vegan, and offer answers to those questions. You can use our answers as a script for yourself, adapt them as you see fit, or simply use this as inspiration as you craft…
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15 Lunch & Dinner Ideas
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan, we list 15 new meal ideas for lunch or dinner and offer an assortment of variations for each meal as well as tips for cooking, serving, and products to use in each one. The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional...
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Veganizing Halloween
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share tips and resources for enjoying a vegan Halloween. We share some basic pointers for identifying which candies are vegan, a list of our favorite vegan candies (both "accidentally vegan" and "intentionally vegan"), our favorite homemade vegan…
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Breakfast Edition: 10 Hearty Breakfast Ideas
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share 10 of our favorite hearty breakfasts with lots of ideas for variations. We love breakfast foods and have found it challenging to be creative with vegan breakfasts over the years, so now that we finally have a large collection of breakfast ideas…
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Vegan on a Budget Pt 2: Tips for Shopping and Food Prep
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we continue our conversation about how we stick to our food budget. We share our tips for saving money when shopping for food, and strategies for cooking and food prep that help you maximize your dollars. We also share our staple grocery list items. The...
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Vegan on a Budget Pt 1: 15 Cheap & Easy Meals
In this episode on Teach Me How To Vegan we share some easy and doable tips for improving your food budget, we share our food budget and how we determined our budget, and some meal ideas that feed a family of four for five dollars or less. We include ideas for breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and…
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Getting the Family Onboard
In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share our story about how we got our kids onboard with veganism and how we went about telling our family and worked towards having happy vegan and vegan-friendly gatherings with our extended families and friends. We also share talking points…
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About this show
Teach Me How To Vegan is jam-packed with resources, ideas, and tips for switching to (or staying on) a plant-based diet. Hosts Tony and Mickey Quintana share from their experiences, both personal and professional, how you can go vegan. They explore topics such as meal planning, budgeting, recipes, nutrition, parenting, and much more. Whether you want to go vegan for the animals, the environment, your health, or social justice, this is the place to learn how.
Hosted by
Animal Protection of New Mexico