Best Organic Cooking Books of 2025

Plantifully Lean is a cookbook that offers more than 125 plant-based, low-fat recipes and a four-week meal plan to help readers lose weight and improve their health. Written by Kiki Nelson, who lost seventy pounds and reversed her risk for diabetes and heart disease through a plant-based diet, this cookbook covers every meal and includes snack recipes such as Microwave Potato Chips and Mini Oat Bars. The book also features meal prep guidelines and tips, lists of high-volume foods, and charts for balancing your plate with grains. Overall, Plantifully Lean is an excellent resource for anyone looking to adopt a healthy, plant-based lifestyle.

Half Baked Harvest Every Day: Recipes for Balanced, Flexible, Feel-Good Meals is a cookbook that offers over 120 new recipes for those who love to cook and eat delicious food. Written by Tieghan Gerard, the New York Times bestselling author of Half Baked Harvest Super Simple, this cookbook focuses on creating meals that feed both the body and soul. With a mix of plant-forward dishes and family favorites, readers will find recipes like Chipotle Cheddar Corn Chowder and Pizza Pasta with Pepperoni Bread Crumbs. The book also includes wholesome dessert options such as Chocolate Olive Oil Cake and Lemon Tart with Vanilla Sugar. Overall, this cookbook is a great addition to any kitchen, offering tasty and nutritious meals for any occasion.

HealthyGirl Kitchen is a plant-based cookbook featuring over 100 easy-to-prepare recipes that are vegan, refined-sugar and flour free, and gluten-free optional. Danielle Brown, the founder of HealthyGirl Kitchen, shares her delicious and nourishing recipes that can help anyone transition to a plant-based lifestyle. The cookbook covers a wide range of meals, from breakfast to dinner, as well as sandwiches, snacks, side dishes, and desserts. The author's non-judgmental approach to veganism makes this cookbook accessible to everyone, regardless of their dietary preferences. HealthyGirl Kitchen is a must-have for anyone looking to live a healthier life without sacrificing taste and convenience.

Half Baked Harvest Super Simple by Tieghan Gerard is a New York Times bestseller cookbook that offers over 125 easy and delicious recipes for all types of cooks, including vegan and vegetarian options. The book is perfect for those who want to serve their loved ones beautiful food without working too hard. The recipes are quicker, more manageable, and include options for one-pot meals, night-before meal prep, and instant pot or slow cooker recipes. The book is chock-full of gorgeous photography and recipes that live up to them too, making it a great companion for home cooks who are pressed for time or just starting out.

The Big Book of Organic Baby Food is a comprehensive cookbook for parents who want to provide their babies with healthy and organic food. The book contains over 200 recipes ranging from single-ingredient purees to complete meals that the whole family can enjoy. What sets this book apart is that it covers a child's ages and stages and provides FAQs to help parents make the best nutritional decisions. The book also contains recipes designed to be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Overall, this book is a must-have for parents who want to provide their children with the best possible start in life.

The Half Baked Harvest Cookbook: Recipes from My Barn in the Mountains by Tieghan Gerard features 125 farm-to-table recipes that are both flavorful and easy to make. Gerard's unique approach to comfort food has made her blog and cookbook series a hit. From Korean beef bibimbap to salted caramel-stuffed chocolate cookies, each recipe is accompanied by a beautiful photograph that will make your mouth water. The book has received glowing reviews from Epicurious, Colorado Homes Magazine, BookPage, The New Potato, and The Chalkboard Mag. This cookbook is a must-have for anyone who loves delicious, creative recipes that are perfect for both weekday nights and weekend revels.

This cookbook, titled "Beat Cancer Kitchen: Deliciously Simple Plant-Based Anticancer Recipes," offers over 125 recipes that prioritize whole-food, plant-based ingredients for those seeking to prevent or heal from cancer. Written by Chris Wark and his wife, Micah, the book provides tips for diet optimization and a wide range of recipes, including salads, soups, smoothies, and desserts. The author, a cancer survivor himself, emphasizes the importance of nutrition and natural therapies in healing. This cookbook is a great resource for anyone seeking to incorporate more healthful, plant-based meals into their diet.

Tabitha Brown's "Cooking from the Spirit" is a delightful cookbook that features over 80 easy-to-follow, family-friendly vegan recipes. Brown shares her personal stories, inspirational "Tabisms," and the joys of cooking from the heart. Her flexible and creative recipes are filled with encouragement, making it easy for both experienced and novice cooks to make delicious vegan dishes. This book is perfect for anyone interested in plant-based eating or looking for warm inspiration in their lives. Overall, "Cooking from the Spirit" is a must-read for anyone seeking to feed their soul with easy, delicious, and joyful plant-based inspirations.

Six Seasons: A New Way with Vegetables by Joshua McFadden is a James Beard Award-winning cookbook that offers a unique approach to vegetable-focused cooking. McFadden, who is known for his work at renowned restaurants like Lupa and Momofuku, highlights the evolving attributes of vegetables throughout their growing seasons, from spring to early summer to midsummer to the bursting harvest of late summer, finally to autumn and, in some parts of the country, early winter. The book features easy-to-follow recipes that are rich in umami flavor, and can be made with minimal ingredients. Overall, Six Seasons is a must-have cookbook for both beginners and seasoned cooks who are looking to explore new ways of cooking with vegetables.

The Lost Kitchen: Recipes and a Good Life Found in Freedom, Maine: A Cookbook is a beautifully written cookbook that celebrates the four seasons of cooking in Maine. Erin French, the self-taught cook and owner of The Lost Kitchen, shares her love for food and the stories behind her dishes, making this more than just a collection of recipes. The book features 100 recipes that are easy to follow and focus on simple, honest ingredients. The stunning vellum jacket and printed cover make it a perfect gift for any food lover. Overall, this cookbook is a charming and personal tribute to Maine and its cuisine.