Schools Recipes: Vegan

Asian Marinated Mushrooms
This easy recipe can (and should!) be made a day ahead, and left to marinate in the refrigerator overnight to let the flavors deepen. Simply portion and serve for a delicious, nutritious vegetable side dish.

Veggie Pizza with Fresh Mushrooms
This isn’t just for vegetarians! The vibrant veggies that top this pizza will make every student want a slice of these pies.

Peppy Pasta Salad
Utilize your USDA Foods in this easy pasta salad recipe that can be a great side for countless entrees. Both fresh and frozen vegetables help save on prep time and food cost.

Marinated Italian Mushroom Salad
Marinating is a quick and easy way to add lots of flavor without a lot of time. Simply combine all ingredients and let the mixture marinate overnight for the flavors to develop. The result is a rich salad students will gobble up. For the Lake Region High School in Maine, the students love marinated mushrooms.

Asian Spinach Salad with Sliced Almonds
We’ve punched up this side salad with a zesty Asian dressing, fresh mushrooms, orange segments, and crunchy almonds.

Vegetable Ramen Broth
Authentic herbs, spices, and sauces combine in this savory scratch-made broth which is sure to be the star of the show on your ramen bar! We love this #RealSchoolFood recipe from Coppell ISD, TX.

Vegetable Ramen Cup
Let students build their own ramen bowls! This vegetable-based bowl is perfect for vegetarian menus and features a variety of fresh toppings and sauces for a flavorful lunch. We love this #RealSchoolFood recipe from Coppell ISD, TX.

Veggies on Fire
A tasty, nutrient filled veggie dish full of color and flavor. A #RealSchoolFood recipe shared by San Diego Unified School District, CA.