JL Fields
Vegan Chef, Wellness Coach
JL Fields is a vegan chef, an accomplished author, a National Board-certified Health and Wellness Coach, and a wellness brand consultant.
Colorado
United States
- Vegan Cooking
- Cookbooks
- Nutrition
- Health Coaching
- Vegan Recipes
- Wellness Coaching
Featured Works
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Prep Your Vegan Week
Planning ahead is the key for a low-stress transition to vegan meals.
Anasazi Beans & Wheat Berries
Turn cooked beans and grains into a dinner worthy of a party.
Salad in a Jar
As JL Fields explains in this recipe, for a great salad in a jar it’s all about how you layer the ingredients. No soggy salads!
White Bean & Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
This simple, Mediterranean-inspired dip is the perfect addition to wraps, sandwiches, or a crudités platter and some crusty bread.
Umami “Cheese” Sauce
This vegan cheese sauce has a sweet potato base — great for any cooked vegetables, such as veggies you’ve prepped for the week.
Cinnamon & Spice Overnight Oats
This quick, easy make-ahead breakfast packs lots of nutrition and flavor.
Vegan Fundamentals
Ready to adopt a fully plant-based diet? It’s a good idea to start with the basics.
No-Bake Chunky Cashew Cookies
Some foods are better than others, and some are better in moderation. These no-bake vegan cookies satisfy your craving for something sweet.
Turmeric Tempeh Stir-Fry
This quick stir-fry (without using oil) features tempeh, a traditional Indonesian food made from fermented soybeans and often other beans and grains. Packed with nutrition, tempeh is high in protein and fiber, and a great source of vitamins and minerals.
The Hippie Bowl Formula
The hippie bowl is more about methodology than measurements. The core of each hippie bowl is protein, grains, and vegetables. We call it a “hippie bowl.”
Avocado Kale Salad & Peanut Dressing
A full flavor bowl of greens with avocados, nuts, and seeds
Cream of Miso Mushroom Stew
The umami in miso and mushrooms is the secret to making this cream of miso mushroom stew full of flavor. The miso cream sauce, made with cashews, gives you all the richness without dairy.
My Publications
Fast & Easy Vegan Cookbook: 100 Mouth-Watering Recipes for Time-Crunched Vegans
The Vegan Air Fryer: The Healthier Way to Enjoy Deep-Fried Flavors
The Main Street Vegan Academy Cookbook: Over 100 Plant-Sourced Recipes Plus Practical Tips for the Healthiest, Most Compassionate You
The Complete Plant Based Diet: A Guide and Cookbook to Enjoy Eating More Plants
Vegan Meal Prep: Ready-to-Go Meals and Snacks for Healthy Plant-Based Eating
Vegan Baking for Beginners: 75 Recipes for Sweet and Savory Treats
Education
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City University of New York
Certificate Program, Adult Learning 2010 - 2011 -
WIU College Student Personnel
M.S. 1987 - 1989 -
Western Illinois University
B.A. in English and Political Science 1985 - 1987
Experience
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Freelance Writer
Colorado Springs Independent · Freelance Dec 2021 - Present (3 years) -
Vegan Dining Critic
The Colorado Springs Gazette Jul 2014 - Jan 2021 (7 years) -
Fitness Adjunct and Coach
Center for Creative Leadership Nov 2013 - Present (11 years) -
Founder, Chef, Instructor
JL Fields Consulting, LLC Mar 2012 - Present (13 years)