Hearty and Heart-Healthy Father’s Day Fare

He may be the world’s greatest dad, but he probably doesn’t always eat what’s good for him. On his special day, serve your dad updated versions of his old favorites—these will satisfy his taste buds without clogging his arteries.

We’ve known for a long time that the saturated fat and cholesterol in animal products are linked to heart attacks and strokes, but recent studies show that eating even as little as 3 ounces of meat a day can cause cancer.

You want your dad to be around for many Father’s Days in the future, so we’ve replaced the meat in these classic dishes with healthy vegetable protein. For the adventurous dad, we’ve included a recipe for a spicy Indian dish that will leave him feeling invigorated enough to climb Mount Everest—even if his plans for the day only include a hike to the hammock.

Comfort Food
Serve with mashed potatoes.
‘Chicken’ Fried Steak With Biscuits and Gravy

American Classic
Is your dad a “burger and fries” guy? Then serve him a healthy, gourmet vegan version of this classic meal.
Veggie Burgers
Ancho Chili Vegan Mayonnaise
Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Exotic Meal
Serve over rice with an Indian bread like naan or puri.
Makka Masala