Making the transition to a whole-food, plant-based diet doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite meaty recipes. Here are a few meat alternatives that will keep you on the plant-based path, while simultaneously satisfying your cravings for heartier fare.

• Tofu, tempeh, edamame and miso. Of these, tofu is the most versatile of the meat alternatives. Use it in tofu scrambles, stir-fries, curries, smoke it, and eat it on a sandwich and top salads with it.
• Nuts and grains. Nuts and grains are not only fiber- and protein-rich and heart-healthy, but they are also a great meat replacement. Try t...