How to Use Plant Based Bundle: Easy Guide & Recipes

What's Inside the Plant Based Bundle?

The Plant Based Bundle delivers three organic vegetable broths, one garlic chive powder, and one taco seasoning--everything you need to build flavorful, gut-friendly meals. Each carton of Gourmend Foods vegetable broth contains a dozen vegetables, including oyster mushrooms, nori seaweed, leek tops, and tomato for deep umami flavor. We use only whole, organic produce. No "natural flavors" or extracts.

The Garlic Chive Powder Difference

The garlic chive powder comes from the tender stem of hardneck garlic plants--not the bulb. You get a sweeter, smoother taste without the fructans that trigger bloating. The taco seasoning blends garlic scape and green onion with single-origin spices for bold flavor your gut can handle.

Low FODMAP Certification Explained

Every product carries low FODMAP certification, meaning each has been lab-tested to verify it won't trigger digestive symptoms. The broths skip high-FODMAP onion bulbs and garlic cloves, substituting chive sprigs, leek greens, and scallion tops for that onion-like depth you've been missing.

Why Plant Diversity Matters

Research shows that eating 30 different plant foods per week feeds a thriving gut microbiome. With a dozen vegetables per broth carton, you're adding 12 plants to a single pot of rice. That's nearly half your weekly goal in one meal.

Step-by-Step Guide to Using Gourmend Vegetable Broths

Store unopened cartons in your pantry for up to two years. Once opened, refrigerate and use within seven days. Simple as that.

The Three-Step Method

1. Pour: Shake the carton, then pour what you need into a pot or bowl.
2. Heat: Warm over medium heat on the stovetop or microwave in 30-second intervals until steaming.
3. Serve: Use as a soup base, cook grains, or sip as a light drink.

Each carton holds about four cups. For a single serving of soup, start with one to two cups and add cooked quinoa, spinach, or tofu.

Your New Cooking Water

Replace water with Gourmend vegetable broth when cooking rice, quinoa, or oats. The broth infuses grains with flavor and boosts your plant count without extra chopping.

Swap it 1:1 in pasta sauce recipes. Same volume, richer taste.

Layer Your Flavors

Combine the vegetable broth with garlic chive powder for depth. Stir 1/4 teaspoon of powder into two cups of hot broth for a quick savory drink. Or add the taco seasoning to broth-cooked rice for a Mexican-inspired grain bowl base.

Flavor-Packed Recipes with Garlic Chive Powder

The garlic chive powder unlocks gourmet meals without the digestive aftermath. Here are three ways to use it alongside the vegetable broths.

Quick Mushroom Risotto

Heat one cup of arborio rice in a pan with one tablespoon of olive oil. Add three cups of Gourmend vegetable broth, one cup at a time, stirring until absorbed. Stir in one teaspoon of garlic chive powder and one cup of sliced oyster mushrooms during the final five minutes. Finish with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley.

Veggie Grain Bowl for Meal Prep

Cook two cups of quinoa in four cups of vegetable broth from the bundle. Toss with roasted zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of garlic chive powder and a squeeze of lemon juice over each bowl. Divide into four containers for grab-and-go lunches.

Savory Smoothie Twist

Blend one cup of chilled vegetable broth with one cup of spinach, half a banana, and one tablespoon of almond butter. Add a pinch of garlic chive powder for a savory-sweet angle. Five minutes, done.

How the Plant Based Bundle Supports Easier Digestion

Each component addresses common digestive triggers while preserving bold flavor. Here's the science behind it.

The Fructan Problem (and Our Solution)

Traditional onion and garlic contain fructans--chains of fructose molecules that many people can't fully digest. When these reach the colon undigested, gut bacteria ferment them rapidly, producing gas and bloating.

Chive sprigs, leek greens, and scallion tops deliver similar aromatic compounds without the high fructan load. Meanwhile, nori seaweed provides glutamate, and oyster mushrooms contribute guanylate--two natural compounds that create savory depth. Together, they rival onion and garlic without the digestive aftermath.

More Plants, Less Prep

The gut microbiome thrives on variety. By using Gourmend broths as your cooking base, you add multiple plant sources to every meal without the prep time of chopping and cooking each vegetable separately. More fiber types feed different bacterial strains, which may help reduce bloating.

Real Stories from Gourmend Customers

Our customers report cooking with confidence after years of avoiding flavorful food. One home cook shared that the vegetable broth transformed weeknight dinners from bland rice and chicken to restaurant-quality grain bowls. Another mentioned using the garlic chive powder in pasta sauce for the first time in five years--enjoying garlic flavor without pain.

Get Started with Your Plant Based Bundle Today

The bundle's design makes meal planning simple while supporting your digestive wellness goals.

Combine All Three for Full Meals

Cook quinoa in vegetable broth, season with garlic chive powder and taco seasoning, then top with black beans and avocado for a Mexican grain bowl. Or use broth to steam bok choy and carrots, then finish with a sprinkle of garlic chive powder and sesame oil for an Asian-inspired side. The bundle gives you the foundation for dozens of cuisines without needing separate onion and garlic substitutes.

B Corp Certified

Gourmend holds B Corp certification, meeting rigorous standards for social and environmental performance. The vegetable broths use organic produce, supporting farming practices that prioritize soil health. Shelf-stable cartons reduce food waste compared to fresh ingredients that spoil quickly. You're supporting a supply chain built on transparency.

Order Now and Start Cooking

The Plant Based Bundle sells for $59.99--a savings from the regular $63.97 price. Orders over $60 qualify for free shipping, so consider adding one more item to reach the threshold. Otherwise, shipping costs a flat $7.99.

Visit Gourmend's recipe library to discover new ways to use your bundle, or try the recipe conversion tool to adapt your favorite dishes with Gourmend staples.

Maximizing Flavor and Nutrition from Your Bundle

Strategic meal planning with these five items transforms your weekly cooking routine. Here's how to get maximum value from each component.

Sunday Batch Cooking Strategy

Dedicate one hour on Sunday to cook three different grains using the three vegetable broth cartons. Prepare quinoa in one carton, brown rice in another, and farro in the third. Store each grain separately in glass containers.

Throughout the week, reheat portions and dress them with different toppings: the taco seasoning with black beans on Monday, garlic chive powder with roasted vegetables on Wednesday, and plain with a fried egg on Friday. You'll move toward 30 plant foods per week without thinking about it.

Three-Step Seasoning for Restaurant Depth

Build flavor in stages. Start by sautéing vegetables in olive oil, then add garlic chive powder to toast the aromatics. Pour in vegetable broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Finish with a pinch of taco seasoning for warmth and depth. This creates restaurant-quality results that taste like hours of work.

Make It Last

Three broth cartons contain about 12 cups total. If you use one cup per meal, that's 12 meals of broth. The garlic chive powder can last for months when stored in a cool, dark cabinet. Measure 1/4 teaspoon per serving to stretch the jar. The taco seasoning can season several pounds of ground meat or tofu--enough for multiple taco or burrito bowl nights.

Troubleshooting Your Plant Based Bundle Experience

Questions arise when you're getting started. Here are solutions to common challenges.

Adjusting Salt Levels in Recipes

The vegetable broth contains salt for flavor preservation. When substituting it for water in recipes, reduce added salt by half. Taste your dish before adding more. If you follow a sodium-restricted diet, dilute the broth with equal parts water to reduce sodium while maintaining vegetable flavor.

Preventing Garlic Chive Powder Clumping

Powdered seasonings absorb moisture from the air. Store your garlic chive powder in an airtight container with a silica gel packet. If clumps form, break them up with a fork or pulse the powder in a spice grinder for five seconds. The flavor remains intact.

Converting Your Favorite Recipes

Most recipes that call for chicken or beef broth work well with vegetable broth. The umami from nori and oyster mushrooms provides savory depth that mimics meat-based stocks. For cream-based soups, substitute some of the dairy with vegetable broth to lighten the dish while adding more plant variety.

Beyond the Basics: Advanced Techniques

After you've mastered standard applications, experiment with these creative techniques.

Freezing Broth Cubes for Small Portions

Pour leftover vegetable broth into ice cube trays. Each cube equals about two tablespoons. Pop out frozen cubes and store them in a freezer bag for up to three months. Add one or two cubes to sauté pans when cooking vegetables, or drop a cube into a mug with hot water for instant sipping broth. Precision portioning, zero waste.

Infusing Cooking Oils with Garlic Chive

Warm one cup of olive oil over low heat. Stir in two teaspoons of garlic chive powder and let steep for ten minutes. Strain through cheesecloth into a clean bottle. This infused oil delivers garlic flavor to salad dressings, roasted vegetables, and bread dipping without needing to cook the powder directly. The oil keeps refrigerated for two weeks.

Building Umami Flavor Bombs

Combine two tablespoons of tomato paste, one teaspoon of garlic chive powder, and one tablespoon of vegetable broth in a small bowl. Mix into a paste. Stir this umami bomb into soups, stews, or pasta sauce during the last five minutes of cooking for concentrated flavor punch. Make a double batch and refrigerate in a small jar for up to one week.

Your Plant Based Bundle Action Plan

You now know how to use the Plant Based Bundle for daily cooking and special occasions. Here's your three-week ramp-up plan.

Week 1: Replace water with vegetable broth in one grain dish. Notice the flavor difference and the effortless addition of vegetables to your meal.

Week 2: Experiment with the garlic chive powder in a pasta sauce or stir-fry.

Week 3: Combine all three products in a single recipe to see how they work together.

The Plant Based Bundle costs $59.99--just $0.01 short of free shipping. Add one more Gourmend product to cross the $60 threshold and save $7.99 on shipping. Consider pairing the bundle with organic chicken bone broth or organic beef bone broth to expand your cooking options.

Our customers report feeling more confident in the kitchen after committing to using the bundle a few times per week. The key? Consistency. Keep the products visible in your kitchen, so you remember to use them instead of defaulting to old habits.

Visit Gourmend's recipe collection weekly for new inspiration. The library grows monthly with seasonal dishes designed specifically for these products. Your Plant Based Bundle isn't just five items--it's a gateway to confident, flavorful cooking that respects your digestive needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does increasing plant diversity, like with the Plant Based Bundle, benefit my gut?

Eating a wide variety of plant foods, like the dozen vegetables in each Gourmend broth carton, helps nourish a thriving gut microbiome. This diversity provides different fiber types to feed beneficial bacteria, which may support easier digestion and reduce bloating. It's about giving your gut the variety it craves for better comfort.

How can the Plant Based Bundle help me easily incorporate more plants into my meals?

The Plant Based Bundle makes it simple to boost your plant intake without extra prep. You can replace water with Gourmend vegetable broth when cooking grains like rice or quinoa, instantly adding a dozen vegetables and savory flavor. The included seasonings also add plant-based flavor to your dishes.

What exactly is included in the Gourmend Plant Based Bundle?

The Plant Based Bundle contains three organic vegetable broths, one garlic chive powder, and one taco seasoning. Each broth carton is packed with a dozen organic vegetables, including oyster mushrooms and nori seaweed for deep umami. The seasonings offer bold flavor without digestive discomfort.

What are the best ways to store and use the vegetable broths from the bundle?

Unopened Gourmend vegetable broths can be stored in your pantry for up to two years. Once opened, refrigerate the carton and use the broth within seven days. You can pour and warm it to use as a soup base, cook grains, or simply sip it as a comforting drink.

How does the Plant Based Bundle support easier digestion, especially for sensitive guts?

Every product in the Plant Based Bundle is low FODMAP certified, meaning it's crafted to avoid common digestive triggers. The vegetable broths use chive sprigs, leek greens, and scallion tops for onion-like depth, along with nori and oyster mushrooms for savory richness, all without causing bloating or gas. This thoughtful formulation helps you enjoy flavorful meals with confidence.

How can I use the garlic chive powder and taco seasoning from the bundle in my cooking?

The garlic chive powder offers a sweeter, smoother taste than dried garlic cloves, perfect for stirring into hot broth or adding to risottos and grain bowls. The taco seasoning blends garlic scape and green onion with single-origin spices, ideal for flavoring broth-cooked rice or creating Mexican-inspired dishes. Both add bold flavor without digestive upset.

Are there simple recipes I can make using the Plant Based Bundle?

Absolutely! You can make a quick mushroom risotto by adding Gourmend vegetable broth and garlic chive powder to arborio rice and oyster mushrooms. Another idea is a veggie grain bowl, cooking quinoa in the broth and tossing it with roasted vegetables and garlic chive powder. For a unique twist, try a savory-sweet smoothie blending chilled broth with spinach, banana, almond butter, and a pinch of garlic chive powder.