Rainbow Plant Life

I’m Nisha, and I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m a recipe developer, bestselling cookbook author, video host, and NYT Cooking Contributor. It’s my mission to help you master vegan cooking at home, whether you’re a long-term vegan or just plant-curious.

What began as weekend kitchen experiments while I was still working as an attorney—testing everything from chickpeas to cashew cheese—quickly grew into a lifelong passion to figure out how to make plant-based food taste not just good, but amazing.

Over the years, I’ve discovered that methodical research and testing plus a little culinary curiosity can transform any plant-based ingredient into a standout dish.

And I can’t wait to show you how.

What I bring to your kitchen

Here’s a snapshot of why you’re in good hands:

Our recipes are trusted by millions: Each month, millions of home cooks visit the Rainbow Plant Life website and watch my videos on Instagram and YouTube in search of cooking inspiration and recipes that work every single time.

And respected by industry professionals: My second cookbook, Big Vegan Flavor, was an instant New York Times bestseller, James Beard Nominee, and named one of the best books of 2024 by NPR and Amazon.

Contributor to NYT Cooking: In July 2025, I became a contributor to the NYT Cooking section, a long-time dream of mine.

Vegan Cooking Expertise: I am the resident vegan cooking expert at Chowhound, Tasting Table, The Daily Meal, and The Takeout.

Video instructions and expertise. On my YouTube channel, which has 1.5 million subscribers, I share long-form videos for many of my recipes so you can get more in-depth instructions and cooking tips.

Clear, detailed recipes. My background as a Harvard Law-trained lawyer shines through in how I rigorously test recipes and write clear, detailed instructions that are easy to follow.