12 Best Vegan Recipes (2024)

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Are you looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet? We have chosen some of our best vegan recipes for you to try. All super flavorful and nutritious, to guarantee you won't miss the meat or the dairy!

1. Cauliflower Quinoa Meatballs in Coconut Turmeric Sauce

What better way to enjoy eating more vegetables than with this super flavorful meatless meatballs, simmering in a rich coconut turmeric broth. Without a doubt one of our best vegan recipes of all time!

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2. Baked Falafel with Tahini Sauce

Would you like to try one of our most popular vegan recipes? Give our Green Baked Falafel a try. You'll love it. Our green Baked Green Falafel recipe is guilt-free, vegan, gluten-free and kosher. It is super flavorful and easy to make. And... It is always fun to make recipes using a muffin tin.. With over 65K shares on Pinterest and a 5-star rating, it is a must-try recipe.

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3. Eggplant and Chickpea Curry

This eggplant and chickpea curry may sound complicated, but it is an easy recipe to make. You can make your own spice mix, as we did, or use your favorite curry spice mix or paste. In any case, the creamy eggplant and the healthy chickpeas make this dish a winning vegan dinner. A must, in this best vegan recipes roundup.

4. Rigatoni with Lentil Bolognese

This easy rigatoni with lentil bolognese is made very few ingredients that you most likely have hiding in your pantry! The simplicity of the dish lets the flavor and heartiness of the lentils shine.

5. Braised Curried Kale with Spiced Chickpeas

Served over rice, with a hint of coconut flavor, rich tomato sauce and lots of bold spices, this braised curried kale is hearty and full of flavor! Comfort food at its best for spice and healthy vegan dinner lovers.

6. Pumpkin Cannelloni with Cashew Cream

It's no surprise these Pumpkin Cannelloni are one of our most popular and vegan dishes. It's quick and easy to make, it packs 20 grams of protein per serving, it's gluten-free and super delicious.

7. Thai Green Papaya Salad with Tofu

Green papaya is the same fruit as the sweet orange one, but it's picked early while still green. It's great in salads because it picks up the flavor on any sauce or ingredients that you combine it with. In this recipe, we dressed our green papaya salad with a luscious peanut sauce and added some tofu for protein.

8. Roasted Cauliflower and Roasted Chickpea Salad

Nutty roasted cauliflower, spiced chickpeas, crunchy almonds and a creamy tahini dressing on a bed of greens, make this salad a nutritious one-bowl meal.

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9. Persimmon Fennel Salad with Pomegranates

This persimmon fennel salad is a crowd-pleaser, and it is stunning looking as well.

10. Vegan Meyer Lemon Bars

Rich, lemony, decadent lemon bars, one of our best vegan dessert recipes.

11. Vegan Halvah Bars

Tahini is not only for hummus. Creamy, nutty tahini in desserts is an increasingly popular trend. These Halvah bars are simply irresistible.

12. Vegan Blueberry Crumble

Easy and quick to prepare, this all year round dessert is our go to dessert for a crowd.

Check out some of our other vegan recipes.

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  1. Michelle says

    Wow! I have gone through loads of recipes and yours are the BEST! The flavor and health aspects are perfect. Your food preparations make me forget that there is anything other than vegan!

    Reply

  2. Paula Zevin says

    Ruth & Vicky,

    Thank you for all the passion you're putting into creating wonderful vegan and vegetarian recipes! Over the years, I've tried many of them, and now have a file of favorites, to which I return time and time again. The lentil bolognese over rigatoni made this year's list too! It is delicious, easy and not even the most carnivorous members of the clan miss the meat. A winner, that is certain! Happy New Year 2018 and we all are looking forward to more "May I have That Recipe!"

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    • Vicky & Ruth says

      Thank you so much Paula for taking the time to leave us such a nice comment. We love to hear from our readers specially when they are enjoying our recipes. Have a Happy and Healthy 2018.

      Reply

  3. Marcela says

    Number 5, 7 and 9 are by far my favorite.

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  4. Checkmyrecipe says

    Thanks Mayihavethatrecipe, i love your post , Please upload more post like this ❤️

    Reply

  5. Samia Ahmed says

    Thanks, Vicky & Ruth for these awesome and delicious recipes. THAI GREEN PAPAYA SALAD WITH TOFU is one of my favorite salads. It has a very yummy taste.

    After switching to veganism, I have faced many problems like what to eat or what to not. Especially some foods taste are not satisfactory. I have made THAI GREEN PAPAYA SALAD WITH TOFU by following your recipe. It tastes awesome. I am planning to try some other recipes also!!!

    Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply

    • Vicky & Ruth says

      Thank you, Samia We are happy we can help!

      Reply

  6. Melissa Weimer says

    Hey, Vicky & Ruth. I really love the vegan Blueberry Crumble recipe of yours. I have made it by following your recipe. I wish I could send you the pic. It looks amazing. It was delicious.

    Thanks for sharing the recipe, dear!!!

    All the best to both of you!!

    Reply

    • Vicky & Ruth says

      Thank you!

      Reply

  7. Sandra Smith says

    Hi, Vicky & Ruth. At fast, Thanks for these awesome tasty recipes. I am doing a vegan diet and facing a lot of problems. I am being confused about what to cook cause I don't want to compromise with my taste bud. Your recipes are fantastic. I am bookmarking the article.

    Thanks a ton for recipes!

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    • Vicky & Ruth says

      Thank you Sandra! Let us know if you have any questions or if need any more recipe suggestions.

      Reply

  8. John says

    Amazing Tips Sir Thank You for sharing this awesome post.Really amazing tips thanks for guiding me

    Reply

  9. Supriya Kutty says

    I really liked the Thai green papaya salad I was looking on for some healthy dish and landed on this article The dish seems very interesting and nice. Thanks for sharing it.

    Reply

  10. foodies girl says

    I love to eat yummy foods. thanks for sharing this healthiest recipe 🙂

    Reply

    • joei says

      Thanks for sharing such good content. Loads of recipes and yours are the BEST! The flavor and health aspects are perfect. Your food preparations make me forget that there is anything other than vegan!

      Reply

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12 Best Vegan Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is the most eaten vegan food? ›

Most vegan diets include beans in at least one meal per day, including lentils, chickpeas, black beans, pinto beans and many more. Many vegans consume soy-based proteins such as tofu and tempeh; their mild flavor makes them a great substitute for meat in stir-fries, soups and stews.

What do vegans eat for breakfast lunch and dinner? ›

Sample meal plan
  • Breakfast: tempeh bacon with sautéed mushrooms, avocado, and wilted arugula.
  • Lunch: whole-grain pasta with lentil “meatballs” and a side salad.
  • Dinner: cauliflower and chickpea tacos with guacamole and pico de gallo.
  • Snacks: air-popped popcorn, kale chips, and trail mix.
Apr 4, 2019

What do I serve my vegan friend for dinner? ›

Vegan dinner party recipes
  1. Courgette curry. A star rating of 4.8 out of 5. ...
  2. Beetroot & red onion tarte tatin. ...
  3. Beetroot hummus party platter. ...
  4. Italian-style roast cabbage wedges with tomato lentils. ...
  5. App onlyWhole-roasted curried cauliflower & chickpeas. ...
  6. Refried beans. ...
  7. Vegan pie. ...
  8. App onlyCreamy vegan wild mushroom risotto.

What do picky vegans eat? ›

  • Carrot Dogs. One of our most popular recipes, these smoky carrot dogs taste remarkably like hot dogs. ...
  • Zucchini Fritters. ...
  • Homemade Vegan Pesto. ...
  • Sneaky Chickpea Burgers. ...
  • Lentil Vegetable Soup. ...
  • Mixed Berry Jam with Chia Seeds. ...
  • 5-Minute Ketchup. ...
  • Spinach Lasagna.
Aug 18, 2023

What do most vegans lack? ›

Intake and status of vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron, zinc, iodine, calcium and bone turnover markers were generally lower in plant-based dietary patterns compared to meat-eaters. Vegans had the lowest vitamin B12, calcium and iodine intake, and also lower iodine status and lower bone mineral density.

What snack foods can vegans eat? ›

Try These Popular Vegan Snacks (Chips, Cookies, and More)
  • Vegan Rob's Chips.
  • Rivalz Extra Chedda' Mac.
  • Outstanding Foods PigOut Pigless Pork Rinds.
  • Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars—Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate.
  • Trader Joe's Almond Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets.

Is peanut butter vegan? ›

As with many food items, in its simplest form, peanut butter should always be vegan. The vast majority of peanut butters you find in grocery stores will therefore be fully plant-based. Traditional peanut butter is made from peanuts and often a small amount of salt or oil.

Where do vegans get protein? ›

Some plant-based foods, such as soybean products, seitan, beans, and lentils contain high amounts of protein. You can also find protein in nuts, whole grains like quinoa and amaranth, and hemp seeds. People following a vegan diet may need to plan in order to reach their daily protein goals.

What vegan food fills you up? ›

Rich sources of protein for vegans include foods such as soybeans, pulses, and some nuts and seeds. Oats, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and fruit are all good sources of fiber. Including more filling foods in the diet can decrease the amount that a person eats or how often they consume food.

What do vegans eat for protein? ›

For protein & iron, vegans can eat:
  • Beans. Beans, such as kidney beans, soybeans, pinto, black beans, and navy beans are a rich source of protein. ...
  • Legumes. ...
  • Tofu & Tempeh. ...
  • Green Peas. ...
  • Whole Grains. ...
  • Nuts & Seeds. ...
  • Fruits & Vegetables. ...
  • Lentil Soup Recipe.
May 11, 2023

What is a vegan Happy Meal? ›

To make the Happy Meal entirely vegan, customers can choose carrot sticks or a pineapple stick as a side option, and water or juice as a drink option. McDonald's also added a similar option, the Spicy Veggie Wrap (with spicy relish, tomato, lettuce, and red onion), to the adult menu.

What is a vegan who only eats eggs? ›

The straightforward answer is that you technically cannot call yourself a vegan if you consume eggs. Because eggs are not vegan, you would be called an ovo-vegetarian; or just a vegetarian for simplicity's sake as vegetarians do eat eggs.

What not to ask a vegan? ›

22 Things Not To Say To A Vegan
  • Where do you get your protein? ...
  • Just have a little of this (non-vegan food), I won't tell anyone! ...
  • I just love a rare steak. ...
  • God wants us to eat animals. ...
  • How can you live without bacon?? ...
  • You don't make friends with salad. ...
  • Don't you care about people? ...
  • How do you know someone's a vegan?
Oct 22, 2015

What is a vegan who only eats fish? ›

Most simply, a pescatarian is someone who doesn't eat red meat or poultry, but does eat fish and other seafood. The term pescatarian was coined in the early 1990s and is a combination of the Italian word for fish, “pesce,” and the word “vegetarian.” Sometimes it's spelled “pescetarian,” but this means the same thing.

Which country is #1 for vegans? ›

INDIA. Undoubtedly the vegetarian capital of the world, the urban Indian population is quickly accepting veganism as a way of life. A lot of traditional cuisines already have many vegan dishes which are eaten by everyone. Vegan food is easily available in western and south Indian restaurants too.

Are Oreos vegan? ›

Many vegans refer to Oreos as “accidentally vegan,” meaning they don't contain animal products — but they weren't created to be a specifically vegan treat. Oreos do not contain milk, eggs, or any other animal-derived products, so they are technically vegan in that sense. Plant-based cookies and cream lovers rejoice!

What is a super vegan? ›

Super vegans are committed to a plant based diet and look for products certified by The Vegan Society, Cruelty Free International and other reputable organisations. There are multiple benefits of veganism but most people are attracted to the impact it has on farmed animals and fish.

Are most vegans wealthy? ›

Veganism is increasingly popular and it is a place for everyone, rather than just for the wealthy.

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