# The Happy Pear > Plant Based Vegan Recipes, Cooking & Lifestyle Courses ## Posts - [Healthier Chocolate Mousse with a Twist](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/healthier-chocolate-mousse-with-a-twist/) - [Super Greens Pasta Sauce](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/super-greens-pasta-sauce/) - [Fibre-Packed Berry Smoothie](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/fibre-packed-berry-smoothie/) - [Pesto Pastry Star with The Happy Pear Pesto](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/pesto-pastry-star-with-the-happy-pear-pesto/) - [Festive Almond Florentines](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/festive-almond-florentines/) - [Hummus Christmas Wreath](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/hummus-christmas-wreath/) - [Clove-Studded Christmas Lion’s Mane](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/clove-studded-christmas-lions-mane/) - [Vegan Cauliflower Cheese](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/vegan-cauliflower-cheese/) - [Festive Cranberry & Pine Needle Sprite](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/festive-cranberry-pine-needle-sprite/) - [Healthier Chocolate Pinecones](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/healthier-chocolate-pinecones/) - [Pistachio Marshmallow Hot Chocolate](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/pistachio-marshmallow-hot-chocolate/) - [Fermented Cashew Cheese](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/fermented-cashew-cheese/) - [Carrot Rounds with Tahini Cream, Basil Pesto & Pomegranate](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/carrot-rounds-with-tahini-cream-basil-pesto-pomegranate/) - [Show-Stopping Black Forest Gâteau](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/show-stopping-black-forest-gateau/) - [Happy Raspberry Gut Soda Can (250 ml)](https://thehappypear.ie/our-products/happy-raspberry-gut-soda-can-250-ml/): This is a delicious raspberry flavoured sparkling prebiotic soda, not only tastes great but is good for your gut too. Kombucha* [Filtered Water, Golden Cane Sugar*, Sencha Green Tea*, Kombucha Cultures*], Raspberry Purée* (3%), Chicory Root Fibre*, Natural Raspberry Flavouring, *Organic ingredients ALLERGEN INFORMATION There are no allergens associated with this product NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION Typical per 100ml Energy 90kJ 21kcal Fat 0.5g of which: Saturates 0.1g Carbohydrates 4.7g of which: Sugars 3.6g Fibre 1g Protein 0.5g Salt 0.01g Salt content is exclusively due to the presence of naturally occurring sodium - [Happy Lemon & Lime Gut Soda Can (250 ml)](https://thehappypear.ie/our-products/happy-lemon-lime-gut-soda-can-250-ml/): This is a delicious sparkling prebiotic soda that is packed with lemon juice and lime extract. It not only tastes sublime but is good for your gut too. Kombucha* [Filtered Water, Golden Cane Sugar*, Sencha Green Tea*, Kombucha Cultures*], Chicory Root Fibre*, Lemon Juice, Lemon Peel Extract*, Lime Extract*, *Organic Ingredients ALLERGEN INFORMATION There are no allergens associated with this product NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION Typical per 100ml Energy 86kJ 20kcal Fat 0.5g of which: Saturates 0.1g Carbohydrates 4.5g of which: Sugars 3.5g Fibre 1g Protein 0.5g Salt 0.01g Salt content is exclusively due to the presence of naturally occurring sodium - [Happy Orange & Passionfruit Gut Soda Can (250 ml)](https://thehappypear.ie/our-products/the-happy-pear-happy-orange-passionfruit-gut-soda-can-250-ml/): This is a delicious sparkling prebiotic soda that is packed with passionfruit and orange juice. It not only tastes amazing but is good for your gut too. Ingredients: Kombucha* [Filtered Water, Golden Cane Sugar*, Sencha Green Tea*, Kombucha Cultures*], Passionfruit Purée*, Chicory Root Fibre*, Orange Juice, Natural Orange Flavouring, *Organic Ingredients ALLERGEN INFORMATION There are no allergens associated with this product NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION Typical per 100ml Energy 86kJ 20kcal Fat 0.5g of which: Saturates 0.1g Carbohydrates 4.6g of which: Sugars 3.6g Fibre 1g Protein 0.5g Salt 0.01g Salt content is exclusively due to the presence of naturally occurring sodium - [Pesto Puff Pastry Christmas Trees](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/pesto-puff-pastry-trees-with-the-happy-pear-lovely-basil-pesto/) - [Sticky Upside-Down Gingerbread Cake with Pear, Pecan & Pastry](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/sticky-upside-down-gingerbread-cake-with-pear/) - [Peanut & Cranberry Energy Balls 125g](https://thehappypear.ie/our-products/peanut-cranberry-energy-balls-125g/): The Happy Pear Peanut & Cranberry Energy Balls 125g INGREDIENTS Dates (67%), Roasted PEANUT Butter (17%), Desiccated Coconut, Roasted PEANUT Pieces (4.5%), Chia Seeds, Cranberries (3.5%) [Cranberries, Apple Juice Concentrate, Sunflower Oil] ALLERGEN INFORMATION For allergens, see highlighted ingredients.Contains PeanutsMay also contain: Brazil Nuts, Cashew Nuts, Hazelnuts, Macadamia Nut / Queensland Nut, Nuts, Pecan Nuts, Pecan Nuts, Pistachio Nuts, Soya, WalnutsCaution: May also contain natural date stone pits. NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION Typical per 100g Energy 1690kJ 402kcal Fat 11g of which: Saturates 2.8g Carbohydrates 63g of which: Sugars 41g Fibre 9.3g Protein 8.1g Salt 0.02g Sodium 0.02g - [Chocolate Date Caramel Crisp Energy Balls 125g](https://thehappypear.ie/our-products/chocolate-date-caramel-crisp-energy-balls-125g/): The Happy Pear Choc Date Caramel Crisp Energy Balls 125g INGREDIENTS Dates (68%), Dark Chocolate (19%) [Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Powder, Emulsifier (SOYA Lecithins), Vanilla Extract], Crunchy PEANUT Butter, SOYA Crispies [SOYA Protein], Sea Salt, Dark Chocolate contains: Cocoa Solids 58% min ALLERGEN INFORMATION For allergens, see highlighted ingredients.Contains Peanuts, SoyaMay also contain: Brazil Nuts, Cashew Nuts, Hazelnuts, Macadamia Nut / Queensland Nut, Nuts, Pecan Nuts, Pecan Nuts, Pistachio Nuts, WalnutsCaution: May also contain natural date stone pits. NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION Typical per 100g Energy 1594kJ 378kcal Fat 8.4g of which: Saturates 3.8g Carbohydrates 64g of which: Sugars 50g Fibre 5.3g […] - [Homemade Rice Koji (with Dehydrator)](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/homemade-rice-koji-with-dehydrator/) - [Granola Bark with Berries](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/granola-bark-with-berries/) - [Coconut Lime Noodle Broth with Sticky Tofu](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/coconut-lime-noodle-broth-with-sticky-tofu/) - [Fermented Mulled Wine Punch](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/fermented-mulled-wine-punch/) - [Healthier Pistachio No-Bake Cheesecake](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/healthier-pistachio-no-bake-cheesecake/) - [Fermented Cranberry Orange Spritz with Rosemary](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/fermented-cranberry-orange-spritz-with-rosemary/) - [Super Green Beans](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/super-green-beans/) - [Organic Hummus](https://thehappypear.ie/our-products/organic-hummus/): EU / Non EU Organic – Certified organic, IE-ORG-03 EU/Non EU Agriculture INGREDIENTS *Cooked Chickpeas (49%) [Chickpeas, Water], *Rapeseed Oil, Water, *Tahini (12%) (SESAME SEEDS), *Lemon Juice Concentrate, *Garlic (1%), Sea Salt, Rowanberry Extract, *Cumin, *Cayenne, *Organic Produce ALLERGEN INFORMATION For allergens, see ingredients highlighted.May contain traces of NutsContains SesameGluten Free NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION Typical per 100g Energy Fat Of which: Saturates Carbohydrates Of which: Sugars Fibre Protein Salt - [Chocolate Pecan Protein Balls](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/chocolate-pecan-protein-balls/) - [Meal Prep Made Easy: 3 Curries, 12 Dinners](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/meal-prep-made-easy-3-curries-12-dinners/) - [Cream of Mushroom Soup](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/cream-of-mushroom-soup/) - [One Pan Orzo Pesto Pasta Bake](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/one-pan-orzo-pesto-pasta-bake/) - [Farm Beet Kvass](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/farm-beet-kvass/) - [The Ultimate Vegan Wellington](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/the-ultimate-vegan-wellington/) - [Kiwi Chocolate Bark](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/kiwi-chocolate-bark/) - [Smoky Chocolate Chilli Hummus Bowl](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/smoky-chocolate-chilli-hummus-bowl/) - [Chocolate Apple Doughnut Rings](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/chocolate-apple-doughnut-rings/) - [The Gut-Friendly Power of a Plant-Based Diet](https://thehappypear.ie/articles/gut-health-plant-diet/): Discover how a plant-based diet boosts gut health, supports digestion & energy, and learn how to put it into practice in our Gut Health Course starting Nov 10th! - [The Best Easy Vegan Gravy](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/the-best-easy-vegan-gravy/): If you are looking for the ultimate vegan gravy to level up your roast dinner, look no further. This is our go to plant based gravy and we honestly make it all year round. It is rich, savoury, silky, super comforting and tastes every bit as delicious as traditional gravy, only it is totally dairy free and made from wholesome plant goodness. We love this for cosy Sunday lunches, family dinners, Christmas feasts, Thanksgiving spreads and any day that needs a bit of warm, delicious magic poured all over it. This gravy is sensational with vegan wellington, roast potatoes, creamy […] - [Spinach Chickpea Paneer](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/spinach-chickpea-paneer/) - [No Bake Chocolate Caramel Pecan Pie Bars](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/no-bake-chocolate-caramel-pecan-pie-bars/) - [High-Protein Beet Cream ‘Cheese’](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/high-protein-beet-cream-cheese/) - [Beetroot Bug (Fermented Soda Starter)](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/beetroot-bug-fermented-soda-starter/) - [Vibrant Pink Coconut Curry (Ready in 20 Minutes)](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/vibrant-pink-coconut-curry-ready-in-20-minutes/) - [Spiced Pumpkin Nourish Bowl](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/spiced-pumpkin-nourish-bowl/) - [Giant Cinnamon Swirl Cake with Pumpkin Spice](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/giant-cinnamon-swirl-cake-with-pumpkin-spice/) - [Airfryer Meal Prep: Pumpkin Bowl, Lentil Curry & Roasted Pumpkin Soup](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/airfryer-meal-prep-pumpkin-bowl-lentil-curry-roasted-pumpkin-soup/) - [Pumpkin Spice PB Bars](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/pumpkin-spice-pb-bars/) - [Roasted Squash Nourish Bowl on Beet Hummus](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/roasted-squash-nourish-bowl-on-beet-hummus/) - [Episode 184 - The Future of Our Planet with Paul Hawken: Regeneration, Climate Solutions & Hope](https://thehappypear.ie/podcast/episode-184-paul-hawken/): The Happy Pear Podcast This week we sat down with Paul Hawken, a renowned American environmentalist, entrepreneur, and author who has dedicated his life to addressing ecological and social challenges. Paul is the founder of pioneering initiatives such as Project Drawdown and Project Regeneration, and has written influential books including The Ecology of Commerce, Blessed Unrest, Drawdown, and Regeneration. His work focuses on rethinking how humans live and thrive within the natural world, offering hopeful and practical pathways toward a more regenerative future. Episode 184 Together, we explore the deeper roots of the climate crisis, looking beyond carbon to the […] - [Mexican-Inspired Meal Prep](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/mexican-inspired-meal-prep/) - [Apple and Berry Crumble with Custard](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/apple-and-berry-crumble-with-custard/) - [Oat Kvass](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/oat-kvass/) - [Easy Pumpkin & Butter Bean Casserole with Sundried Tomato Pesto](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/easy-pumpkin-butter-bean-casserole-with-sundried-tomato-pesto/) - [Chocolate Chickpea Bark](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/chocolate-chickpea-bark/) - [10-Minute Green Dal](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/10-minute-green-dal/) - [Healthier Brownie Bites](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/healthier-brownie-bites/) - [Carrot Bug Immunity Soda](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/carrot-bug-immunity-soda/) - [Autumnal Pumpkin & Carrot Soup](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/autumnal-pumpkin-carrot-soup/) - [Chocolate Orange Bark](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/chocolate-orange-bark/) - [20 Minute High Protein Lasagne](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/20-minute-high-protein-lasagne/) - [ Fermented Fries (Crispy, Tangy, Plant-Based)](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/fermented-fries/) - [ Chia & Mixed Seed Crackers](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/chia-mixed-seed-crackers/) - [ Healthier Peanut Butter & Jelly Bites](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/healthier-peanut-butter-jelly-bites/) - [ Elderberry Immunity Syrup](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/elderberry-immunity-syrup/) - [Cornflake-Crusted Tofu Tenders with Smoky Buffalo Glaze](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/cornflake-crusted-tofu-tenders-with-smoky-buffalo-glaze/) - [ Dubai-Style Pistachio Oat Bars](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/dubai-style-pistachio-oat-bars/) - [ Turmeric Bug](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/turmeric-bug/) - [Healthier No-Bake Flapjacks](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/healthier-no-bake-flapjacks/) - [Immunity Support Ribena (with elderberries)](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/immunity-support-ribena-with-elderberries/) - [Fermented Beetroot Hot Sauce](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/fermented-beetroot-hot-sauce/) - [Burrito Cones](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/burrito-cones/) - [Sourdough Soda with Cinnamon & Raisin](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/sourdough-soda-with-cinnamon-raisin/) - [Easy Pesto Bean Casserole](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/easy-pesto-bean-casserole/) - [Summer Farm Kraut](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/summer-farm-kraut/) - [Episode 183 - Juicing for Weight Loss, Energy & Glowing Skin with Jason Vale – The Juice Master](https://thehappypear.ie/podcast/episode-183-jason-vale/): The Happy Pear Podcast This week, we chat with the one and only Jason Vale, also known as The Juice Master. Jason is a best-selling author, filmmaker, and juicing pioneer who transformed his life by turning to fresh juices after years of struggling with his health. Episode 183 Having overcome obesity, smoking, and chronic skin conditions, he has since dedicated his life to helping millions reclaim their health through the power of juicing. Together, they explore the myths and misconceptions around juicing, the science behind its benefits, and how small, sustainable habits can create big shifts in our energy, mood, […] - [Dubai-Style Chocolate Pistachio Squares](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/dubai-style-chocolate-pistachio-squares/) - [Whipped Coffee with Maple Syrup (Dalgona-style)](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/whipped-coffee-with-maple-syrup-dalgona-style/) - [Wild Fermented Ribena](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/wild-fermented-ribena/) - [Summer Heirloom Tomato & Basil Galette](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/summer-heirloom-tomato-basil-galette/) - [Banoffee Pancakes (Beach Edition)](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/banoffee-pancakes-beach-edition/) - [Stuffed Medjool Dates – 3 Ways](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/stuffed-medjool-dates-3-ways/) - [Creamy Sundried Tomato & White Bean Pasta](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/creamy-sundried-tomato-white-bean-pasta/) - [Watermelon & Lime Electrolyte Ice Pops](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/watermelon-lime-electrolyte-ice-pops/) - [Cucumbers 2 Ways : Pickled & Fermented](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/cucumbers-2-ways-pickled-fermented/) - [Roasted Chickpea Mezze Platter with Hummus](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/roasted-chickpea-mezze-platter-with-hummus-2/) - [Grilled Lettuce on Tahini Cream](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/grilled-lettuce-on-tahini-cream/) - [Episode 182 - Rethinking Learning & Community with John Stewart (Part 2)](https://thehappypear.ie/podcast/episode-182-john-stewart-part-2/): The Happy Pear Podcast John Stewart is a world-renowned speaker, author, and educator with over 25 years of global impact. Former Head of Green School Bali—celebrated as the world’s greenest school—and author of Thriving at School, he now leads Living School Lismore, a pioneering community learning space he built in his own home. Episode 182 This is our second episode recording with John, and it brings fresh energy, deeper reflection, and new stories. Together, Dave and Steve explore the evolution since our 2021 chat—what’s changed, what’s next, and how the Living School model is developing in real time. In this […] - [Healthier Ice Cream 3 Ways](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/healthier-ice-cream-3-ways/) - [Ice Cream Sandwiches 3 Ways](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/ice-cream-sandwiches-3-ways/) - [Mushroom Shawarma with Caramelised Apricot Salsa](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/mushroom-shawarma-with-caramelised-apricot-salsa/) - [Sundried Tomato & Carmelised Onion Sausage Rolls](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/sundried-tomato-carmelised-onion-sausage-rolls/) - [Tropical Mango Berry Ice Cream Bars](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/tropical-mango-berry-ice-cream-bars/) - [Power Smoothie](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/space-smoothie/) - [Spicy Spiral Courgette Hot Dog (Zucchini)](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/spicy-spiral-courgette-hot-dog-zucchini/) - [Easy Vegan Chocolate Mousse](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/easy-vegan-chocolate-mousse/) - [Chickpea "Tuna" Salad in Lettuce Cups](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/chickpea-tuna-salad-in-lettuce-cups/) - [Charred Tenderstem Broccoli with Romesco, Tahini Cream & Toasted Pine Nuts](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/charred-tenderstem-broccoli-with-romesco/) - [Vegan Mayonnaise](https://thehappypear.ie/plant-based-and-vegan-recipes/vegan-mayonnaise/) ## Pages - [New Year](https://thehappypear.ie/newyear/) - [Christmas BOGOF](https://thehappypear.ie/christmas-bogof/) - [The 21 Day Gut Health Reset](https://thehappypear.ie/the-21-day-gut-health-reset/) - [Pumpkin & Squash Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/pumpkin-squash-recipes/): 🎃 Welcome to our Pumpkin & Squash Recipe Collection! Sweet, hearty, and beautifully versatile, pumpkins and squashes are true autumn heroes in your seasonal veg box. With their vibrant orange flesh and naturally creamy texture, they bring comfort and warmth to every dish. Whether they’re roasted until caramelised, blended into silky soups, baked into curries and stews, or turned into wholesome breads and muffins, pumpkins and squashes add colour, sweetness, and nourishment to your table. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg box to good use. These pumpkins and squashes […] - [Garlic Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/garlic-recipes/): 🧄 Welcome to our Garlic Recipe Collection!! Bold, aromatic, and utterly essential, garlic is the heart of so many delicious dishes and a beloved staple in every seasonal veg box. Just a clove or two can transform a meal, adding warmth, depth, and irresistible flavour. Whether it’s roasted until sweet and soft, sautéed to start a savoury sauce, blended into creamy dips, or stirred into soups and dressings, garlic brings comfort and character to everything it touches. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg box to good use. This garlic […] - [Radish Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/radish-recipes/): 🍠 Welcome to our Radish Recipe Collection!! Crisp, peppery, and wonderfully refreshing, radishes are the little gems of your seasonal veg box. With their bright colour and satisfying crunch, they add a pop of flavour and beauty to any meal. Whether they’re sliced raw into salads, pickled for a tangy bite, roasted to mellow their heat, or served whole with a pinch of salt and drizzle of olive oil, radishes bring colour, texture, and a gentle spice to your cooking. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg box to good […] - [Beetroot Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/beetroot-recipes/): 🍠 Welcome to our Beetroot Recipe Collection!! Earthy, sweet, and beautifully vibrant, beetroot is one of the most striking and nutritious vegetables in your seasonal veg box. Its deep crimson colour and rich flavour make it perfect for both savoury and sweet dishes. Whether it’s roasted until tender, grated raw into salads, blended into soups, baked into brownies, or pickled for a tangy crunch, beetroot adds colour, sweetness, and nourishment to every meal. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg box to good use. This beetroot was grown with care, […] - [Scallion Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/__trashed-2/): Welcome to our Scallion Recipe Collection! Fresh, crisp, and full of zing, scallions (also called spring onions or green onions) are a brilliant addition to any seasonal veg box. With their mild onion flavour and vibrant green tops, they bring both freshness and colour to your cooking. Whether they’re sprinkled raw over salads and stir fries, blended into dips and dressings, sautéed into soups and curries, or grilled for a smoky kick, scallions add brightness and a subtle bite to all kinds of dishes. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear […] - [Leek Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/leek-recipes/): 🧅 Welcome to our Leek Recipe Collection!! Mild, sweet, and wonderfully versatile, leeks are a true hero of the kitchen and a regular star in your seasonal veg box. With their tender white stalks and fresh green tops, they add depth and flavour to countless dishes. Whether they’re sautéed into soups and stews, baked into pies and gratins, roasted until golden, or simply paired with potatoes for a classic comfort dish, leeks bring a gentle onion like sweetness that makes any meal more satisfying. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant-based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg […] - [Fennel Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/fennel-recipes/): 🌱 Welcome to our Fennel Recipe Collection!! Fragrant, crisp, and wonderfully unique, fennel is a true gem in your seasonal veg box. With its feathery fronds and subtle aniseed flavour, it brings freshness and flair to a wide range of dishes. Whether it’s shaved raw into crunchy salads, roasted until caramelised, braised into warming stews, or blended into soups and dips, fennel adds a distinctive sweetness and aroma that lifts any recipe. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg box to good use. This fennel was grown with care, in […] - [Chard Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/chard-recipes/): 🌿 Welcome to our Chard Recipe Collection!! Vibrant, leafy, and full of goodness, chard is one of the most beautiful greens you’ll find in your seasonal veg box. With its colourful stems and deep green leaves, it’s both a feast for the eyes and the tastebuds. Whether it’s gently sautéed with garlic, stirred into soups and curries, baked into hearty pies, or added fresh to salads, chard brings a mild, earthy flavour and a nutritious boost to your meals. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg box to good use. […] - [Green beans Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/green-beans-recipes/): Welcome to our Green Bean Recipe Collection!! Crisp, tender, and delightfully fresh – green beans are a timeless favourite in every seasonal veg box. Whether they’re lightly steamed and tossed into vibrant salads, sautéed with garlic for a quick side, added to hearty curries and stir fries, or baked into wholesome casseroles, green beans bring crunch, colour, and a mild, earthy sweetness to countless dishes. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant based, perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg box to good use. These green beans were grown with care, in living soil, on our regenerative farm, […] - [Free Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/free-recipes/) - [Tomato Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/tomato-recipes/): 🍅 Welcome to Our Tomato Recipe Collection Tomatoes are one of the shining stars of summer — bursting with flavour, rich in nutrients, and a joy to grow here on our regenerative organic farm. As of summer 2025, we grow 14 different varieties of tomatoes, from sweet cherry and golden yellow to hearty beefsteaks and rich plum tomatoes. Each brings its own character, whether you’re after something juicy for snacking, robust for sauces, or colourful for salads. This page is here to give you plenty of ideas for making the most of your tomato harvest — whether you want a […] - [Courgette Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/courgette-recipes/): 🥦 Welcome to Our Courgette Recipe Collection Courgettes – Versatile, Vibrant & Farm-Fresh Courgettes (aka zucchini) are one of summer’s most generous veg – mild, tender, and incredibly easy to use. 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But it’s not just healthy — it’s versatile and absolutely delicious when prepared right. This collection is here to help […] - [Carrot Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/carrot-recipes/): Welcome to our Carrot Recipe Collection!! Sweet, earthy, and endlessly versatile — carrots are a true staple in every seasonal veg box. Whether they’re roasted until caramelised, grated fresh into vibrant salads, blended into comforting soups, or turned into nourishing fritters, carrots bring colour, crunch, and a subtle natural sweetness to so many dishes. All the recipes here are simple, wholesome, and plant-based — perfect for putting your Happy Pear veg box to good use. These carrots were grown with care, in living soil, on our regenerative farm — and we hope these recipes help you enjoy them to the […] - [Potato Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/potato-recipes/): 🥔 Welcome to Our Potato Recipe Collection Potatoes are one of the most beloved staples in Irish kitchens — hearty, grounding, and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re roasting, boiling, mashing or baking, a good potato is always satisfying and nourishing. On our regenerative farm, we grow seasonal Irish spuds in rich, living soil — without chemicals, sprays or shortcuts. The result? Potatoes with more flavour, better texture, and higher nutrient density than anything you’ll find in a supermarket. This page is your go-to spot for easy, wholesome recipes that make the most of your weekly veg box. Whether you’re cooking for […] - [Farm Recipe Collection!](https://thehappypear.ie/farm-recipe-collection/): 🥕 Welcome to Your Happy Pear Farm Recipe Hub We’re so glad you’re here — whether you’ve just opened your first farm veg box or you’ve been with us for a while, this page is your go-to spot for simple, delicious recipes using the exact veg you’ve received from our regenerative organic farm. 🌱 About Our Farm Our farm is a 4-acre Organic Regenerative haven in Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow, where we grow fresh, seasonal vegetables in harmony with nature. No chemicals. No shortcuts. Just healthy living soil, cover crops, compost, earthworms, and a whole lot of love. We’re on a […] - [Onion Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/onion-recipes/): 🧅 Welcome To Our Onion Recipe Collection Onions are the quiet heroes of the kitchen — bringing depth, sweetness, and rich savoury flavour to just about everything they touch. Whether roasted, caramelised, sautéed, or eaten raw for a bit of crunch, onions are the base of so many nourishing, delicious meals. On our regenerative farm, we grow a variety of onions, from classic yellow and red onions to spring onions (scallions) — all sown, tended, and harvested by hand in living soil. Grown without chemicals and packed with natural sweetness, our onions are bursting with flavour and goodness. This collection […] - [Broccoli Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/broccoli-recipes/): 🥦 Welcome to Our Broccoli Recipe Collection Broccoli is one of the real heroes of the vegetable world and a hero from our farm — packed with nutrients, endlessly versatile, and a joy to grow here on our regenerative farm. We grow two main types of broccoli for your veg boxes: And sometimes, when conditions are just right, we also grow a green tenderstem variety, offering tender, delicious stems that cook in minutes. This page is here to give you plenty of ideas for making the most of your broccoli harvest — whether you want a quick weekday meal, a […] - [Spinach Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/spinach-recipes/): Welcome to our Spinach Recipe Collection!! Spinach is one of the most nutrient-dense, versatile greens we grow — and we love that it features so often in your veg boxes. Whether it’s tossed raw into salads, stirred into warm curries, or blended into smoothies, spinach adds a fresh, earthy richness to almost any dish. This page is just for our farm veg box community — a growing collection of recipes to help you get the most out of your weekly harvest. These recipes are all plant-based, simple, and focused on real, seasonal ingredients — just like the spinach that came […] - [Pak Choi Recipes](https://thehappypear.ie/pak-choi-recipes/): Welcome to our Pak Choi Recipe Collection!! Pak choi (also called bok choy) is one of our favourite leafy greens to grow — it’s crisp, vibrant, and surprisingly versatile in the kitchen. Its delicate stems and soft green leaves cook in minutes, making it a perfect ingredient for quick, healthy meals. Whether you’re stir-frying, steaming, braising or adding it to soups and noodle dishes, pak choi brings a mild, slightly peppery flavour and a gorgeous texture to any dish. It’s also packed with nutrients like vitamin C, folate, and calcium — a true leafy green hero. 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