There have been some funny memes about people still feeling the effects of their holiday indulgences, including cheese, wine and chocolate. It’s time to shake off the sluggishness.
Enter Veganuary, a global movement encouraging people to try plant-based eating during January. Instead of rigid rules, it focuses on discovery and is a chance to explore new foods, flavors, and maybe even a healthier you.
Celery Soup – Something Ordinary Becomes Extraordinary
This year, my Veganuary inspiration came from an unlikely source: leftover celery. My husband, always practical, had sliced and frozen the extra celery we didn’t use during the holidays. That surplus became the foundation of a delicious Celery Soup I spotted in Costco magazine. We brought the soup to a “soup-on-Sunday” gathering, and it was a triple win: creamy (from pureeing potatoes not from dairy), comforting, and healthy.
I’ll admit, I’m not always drawn to “vegan” recipes. But I do love recipes that happen to be vegan, like this one. And, the super-easy-to-make croutons, crispy and golden, were the “icing on the cake.” Who knew soup could feel indulgent and not have any dairy or animal products?
For me, this soup brought more than just a tasty meal—it’s a reminder to see opportunity in the ordinary. Leftover celery became a culinary discovery. A nudge to try Veganuary became a moment of creative joy in the kitchen. And that’s the magic, isn’t it? Exploring new things every day to enrich our lives, even in small ways.
Not Necessarily Vegan – The Anti-Diet
If you’re looking for more inspiration, but not necessarily vegan, check out Dr. Will Li, MD, and his work on how food can impact your health. His new book, The Anti-Diet, has been making waves, and he’s all over the podcast circuit sharing ideas on how to nourish our bodies with whole, natural foods that fight fatigue and inflammation. One of his insights? Food can be medicine, but it can also be pleasure. A bowl of celery soup on a chilly January evening proves it.
Beat the winter blahs with something new—a plant-based recipe, a fresh perspective, or a small act of creativity. You might stumble upon something—or some soup—that becomes a new favorite.
Two Links Du Jour:
Veganuary – Try Vegan this January
The Number 1 Way to Burn Stubborn Fat Extremely Fast in 2025 – Dr. William Li, M.D. – YouTube
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2 responses to “January is now Veganuary … and the Anti-Diet”
I look forward to trying this soup!
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It was such a good find in the January edition of the Costco magazine. I bet the basic recipe would work with a variety of other vegetables. Recipes are always a foundation for modifying to the ingredients you have on hand and the flavors you’re craving.
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