Plant-based eating in today's world has grown beyond just a fad but a way of existence for most who want to contribute less to the environment or adopt a healthier diet. If you have recently purchased an OTG or oven toaster griller and are looking for some really innovative vegan recipes, then here is something just right for you. Many of us use our OTGs regularly for quick toasting or grilling something, but very few of us actually notice that it is also ideal for creating delicious and healthy vegan dishes. Whether you're a long-time vegan or just interested in learning more about plant-based meals, this guide will walk you through some must-try vegan recipes that can be prepared with an OTG, thereby helping you increase the usability of your OTG.
Roasted Vegetables with Herbs
Roasting vegetables in your Calypso OTG with Air Fryer
Garlic Bread
Who doesn't love garlic bread? With your OTG, making it vegan is easier than you think it is. Take a baguette or any crusty bread, slice it, and drizzle with a mixture of olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh parsley on top. Sprinkle some extra flavour with nutritional yeast for an added cheesy taste without the use of dairy. Grill the slices in your OTG at 180° C for about 8-10 minutes, and you have crunchy fragrant vegan garlic bread.
Vegan Lasagna
Layers of lasagna sheets with sautéed vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, and zucchini, along with tomato sauce and cashew cheese or tofu ricotta for the creamy taste, can give an awesome dairy-free lasagna. Assemble everything in your baking dish and bake in your OTG at 180°C for 30-35 minutes. This is a great meal to have at a family get-together or dinner.
Pizza
Craving for pizza, but don't feel like having cheese? A vegan pizza does just the trick and is somewhat easy to make in your OTG. Just roll out the pizza dough, spread a tomato-based sauce, and top it with your favourite veggies like bell peppers, olives, spinach, and onions. To give it a cheesy feel, you could add vegan mozzarella or just a sprinkle of nutritional yeast. Bake in an OTG at 220°C for 12-15 minutes, until the crust is crispy and toppings are cooked.
Baked Tofu Steaks
When tofu is baked to a crisp, golden perfection, it obtains a completely different dimension. Firm tofu cut into thick pieces should be marinated with soy sauce, garlic, and a pinch of maple syrup, then baked in your OTG at 180°C for 20-25 minutes. Serve these bits of tofu steak over rice or salad for a good vegan dose of protein.
Vegan Brownies
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these rich, fudgy vegan brownies baked in your OTG. Combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, plant-based milk, and vegetable oil to prepare a batter. Pour it into a greased baking dish lined from the bottom and bake in your OTG at 175°C for 25-30 minutes. Allow it to cool; you will have a batch of gooey, decadent brownies that are totally dairy-free.
Grilled Veggie Sandwiches
A hot, grilled sandwich can just be about everything for having a quick meal. Take whole-grain bread, and stuff it with layers of roasted vegetables like eggplant, zucchini, peppers, vegan pesto spread, or hummus. Grill in your OTG at a temperature of 200°C for 5-7 minutes until your bread becomes crispy and the filling is warm. It was an easy, wholesome, and healthy lunch or dinner option.