The Best Easy Vegan Dinner Recipes

By Ashley Jean July 11, 2023 28 mins read 190 Views

You've just finished a long day and are staring into the fridge wondering what to cook. Pasta again? Burgers? Tacos? Tacos?

This Vegan Dinner Recipes guide is a great way to get inspired and try new recipes or give old favorites a twist.

You can make many of these recipes in advance, so that you can meal prep when you are free. We hope that you will have the chance to try these vegan dinner ideas, and never again have a boring dish.

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The Best Vegan Gluten-Free Recipes
World of Vegan has all our vegan dinner recipes.

Check out our collection of Plant Based Meal Plans for help with meal planning. These plans will help you create a healthy week of plant-based meals while saving money and building healthy habits. One of our favorite meal plans is the Daily Dozen Meal Plan, inspired by Dr. Michael Greger’s best-selling book How Not to Die.

Best Vegan Dinner Recipes

Vegan Lasagna with Tofu Ricotta

Vegan lasagna can be served for many occasions. Are you throwing a Garfield party? You're meeting your future inlaws. You want to impress an Italian friend? All of these questions can be answered by baking a vegan lasagna using tofu-ricotta. This vegan lasagna also includes button mushrooms, spinach, and tofu-ricotta. These ingredients give the dish a rich texture and flavor. Grazie buon appetito

Vegan Butter Chicken

This recipe will make your kitchen smell just like your favorite Indian restaurant. This vegan butter-chicken recipe is a delight, and it's perfect to impress a loved one. You may find yourself eating this dish multiple times per week. It's made with cashews and traditional Indian spices for a buttery texture. It's great on rice but also works well as a salad dressing, a wrap or to smother potatoes.

Vegan Shepherd's Pie

This vegan Shepherd's Pie from From My Bowl is hearty, comforting and delicious. It features potatoes, carrots lentils mushrooms and more. This delicious vegan meal takes only 20 minutes to prepare and an hour to bake.

Garlic Ginger Soup

This garlic ginger soup from our friends at Plant Based on a Budget will keep you warm and satisfied in the colder weather. You get tofu, vegetables, and noodles with every spoonful.

Easy Vegan Feta Pasta

World of Vegan doesn't think there is such a thing like too much pasta. Once you make this awesome vegan feta recipe, you will wonder why you never thought of it earlier. TikTok is to be commended for this great idea. This recipe, which includes vegan feta, tomatoes, basils, spinach, pasta and seasonings is perfect for any season.

Enjoyable Vegan Chicken and Dumpling Soup

You are looking for the ultimate comfort food to satisfy all your dinner cravings? This vegan chicken and dumplings soup is for you! This soup is made with tasty dumplings and soy curds as well as other flavorful and hearty ingredients. It's filling, nutritious and satisfying. It's also a good holiday dish, if you want to cook something different than a traditional vegan roast.

Coconut Curry & Chickpeas Rice Bowl

The curry rice bowl is a delicious dish from Kathy Patalsky of Healthy Happy Life. It's packed with veggies, protein and curry flavor. This curry rice bowl is made with sweet potato, chickpeas (or kale), coconut milk, jasmine, and spiced. This delicious meal takes only 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook. You can serve it in a pita, with your favorite vegan meat or just on its own.

Vegan Chiles Rellenos

You want a quick vegan meal with a little kick? Dora's Table has created a vegan version of the Mexican classic that is ready in a matter of minutes! You can roast your chiles and make a red sauce. Then, you can stuff them with your favorite vegan cheese. Finally, you can fry the chiles in batter.

Vegan Crispy Asian Chicken Noodle Salad

This cool and crunchy salad from hot for food is perfect if you want a little crunch with your salad. The combination of sweet and salty flavors will delight you, and it's so easy to make!

Easy Vegan Lentil Burgers

These easy vegan lentil patties by The Banana Diaries are packed with protein and can be prepared in advance. They won't crumble! You can serve them with polenta chips and have a delicious meal!

Vegan Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Beef)

Do you want to make Korean BBQ at home? You'd be remiss if you didn't try this amazing recipe from Shane & Simple. You can enjoy a tasty vegan meal in just 30 minutes! You can serve this dish with some steamed noodles or rice.

Vegan Sheet Pan Quesadillas

These vegan sheet pan Quesadillas are sure to please! The layers of tortillas surrounding a delicious tofu mixture slathered with vegan cheese are everything you want in a vegetarian dinner. Enjoy this dish with Mexican red rice, and you'll thank us later.

Barbecue Black Bean Burgers

The answer to a delicious dinner can be some tangy vegan black bean sauce burgers! This recipe is easy to prepare and store for later use. These vegan bbq hamburgers are made with brown rice and black beans. They also contain corn, onions, and plenty spices. Serve with sweet potato fries on top of a bun or bread.

Jackfruit "Pulled Pork" Tostadas

These vegan tostadas taste amazing. The star of this recipe is jackfruit, which is naturally gluten-free and free from soy. When seasoned and prepared correctly, jackfruit can taste just like pulled meat, but without the animal cruelty. The jackfruit is topped with vegan crema, guacamole and pico de Gallo. Add a side dish of Mexican red quinoa to this recipe for a vegan and gluten-free meal.

Vegan Yellow Curry with Tofu

This Thai-inspired recipe for yellow curry is one of our favorite! This recipe is flavorful, and it's made using a base of coconut milk and yellow curry paste. You don't have to search for hard-to find spices. This dish is comforting and full of protein, thanks to the potatoes and cubes of tofu.

The BEST Vegan Meatballs

This recipe is the perfect meat lover's dream! It will please vegans as well as omnivores. This recipe is easy to prepare using store-bought meatballs and vegan mozz. We can almost guarantee that you will fall in love with this epic vegan sandwich.

Delicata Squash Harvest Salad

You may want a vegan meal that is a little lighter. It could be that it's hot in the summer or you had a big lunch and don't feel like eating much. This delicata squash is perfect for any season. This delicious salad is made with roasted (or fried in the air) delicata, vegan feta, pecans and apples, as well as massaged curly-kale. You can easily bulk up the salad by adding a grain like farro, or pieces of toasted toast.

Instant Pot Pasta with Vegan Meatballs

It would be impossible to write a guide on vegan meals without including at least one Instant Pot Recipe! This recipe is great for when you need something quick to make or you're feeding a crowd and don’t have time to prepare. This recipe uses shells but you can easily substitute penne, rigatoni or other pasta shapes. Serve with a salad, or add some spinach to the pasta after it is done cooking.

Mushroom Risotto

Vegan risotto? It's not impossible, and it is insanely tasty. This vegan risotto is the best dinner for mushroom lovers. It's easy to make and delicious. You won't miss the meat!

Red Curry Noodle Soup

This red curry noodle broth is easy to make gluten-free and quick to put together. It's also absolutely bursting at the seams with flavor. This recipe is also easy to adjust. You can easily swap out your favourite veggies, add more protein or use rice in place of noodles. This soup is perfect for colder weather, but it is delicious anytime. Want to save time? Use frozen vegetables!

Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

We think these stuffed sweet potatoes will be a hit at any time of the year. This vegan meal is incredibly simple to make and delicious. You only need a few ingredients! The baked sweet potatoes are topped with a combination of crunchy walnuts, curly-kale and sweet dried cranberries. You can dress it up or down with your favorite toppings like Brussels sprouts and mushrooms.

Vegan Pesto Gnocchi & Roasted Veggies

You want a dinner that is low-maintenance but tastes like it came from a restaurant? You must try this recipe of vegan gnocchi. This dish, made with vegan pesto and roasted vegetables, is a creamy and dreamy change to your usual dinner routine. The roasted vegetables, pesto and pine nuts add flavor and protein to the pillowy gnocchi. You can dress up or down this meal by adding more aromatics, vegetables, or plant-based proteins.

Italian Soup with Quinoa Meatballs

World of Vegan loves soup and this Italian Wedding Soup is no exception! The "meatballs", which are a part of this recipe, require some extra preparation. However, we promise that it will be worth your effort. This soup, made with orzo and carrots and greens and potatoes chopped, is comforting and delicious. Prepare your quinoa-based meatballs ahead of time if you're pressed for time. Not into quinoa? You can also make your own vegan meatballs or use a prepackaged meatball.

One-Pot Vegan Enchilada Pasta

It's sometimes hard to decide what to cook. If you're ever in the mood for pasta and Enchiladas, then we have the perfect recipe for your! This one-pot enchilada is easy, tasty, filling, and dynamic. This recipe, which uses rotini, crumbled beefless meat, and a tasty enchilada sauce, could become a household favorite. Gluten-free? Use your favorite gluten-free spaghetti and vegan beef crumbles.

Vegan Pot Pie with Oyster Mushrooms

This plant-based recipe for pot pie is the perfect vegan comfort food. You can print it, put the ingredients into your shopping cart and then tie your apron. You'll soon be slicing into a crispy puff pastry and scooping up a mouthful savory gravy with veggies. Everyone will want to go back for more!

This roundup of vegan meal ideas is meant to inspire, entice, and refresh you. Please let us know if you try one of these recipes by rating and commenting below. Follow us on Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook!cebook for even more vegan recipe inspiration.

The Friendly Vegan Cookbook also has many vegan recipes.

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Amanda Meth and Michelle Cehn have compiled this list of easy vegan dinner recipes. This list of vegan dinner recipes should keep you busy for many months or even years to come.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Plant-Based Diet Help You Lose Weight?

Yes, it is possible to lose weight by eating a plant-based diet. A variety of fruits and vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds, whole grains, and other plants-based proteins can give you enough volume to feel full without adding calories from unhealthy fats and carbohydrates. A well-rounded vegan meal plan is usually low in saturated fat and cholesterol-containing foods like red meat and processed snacks that tend to add weight instead of take it away. Research has shown that a plant-based diet can increase metabolism and reduce the risk of obesity. Eating healthy foods rich in fiber and avoiding starches, sugars, white bread, and pasta can further help weight loss and provide essential vitamins and minerals that the body needs to be healthy.

What are some of the most common plant-based food?

Because of its potential health and environmental advantages, a plant-based diet is on the rise. Common plant-based foods are those derived from plants, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. These foods are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, dietary fiber, and other nutrients. A variety of beans and pulses are good sources for plant-based protein. These include chickpeas (or lentils), beans, chickpeas (or kidney beans), lower-fat soya products like tempeh and edamame, and higher-fat nuts like almonds. You can also get healthy fats from plant sources like flaxseeds, olive oil, flaxseed or other nut oils. Many ready-to-eat meals can be found now, which can help reduce grocery costs. Plant-based diets may be cheaper than other options depending on what you buy and how many.

What can a plant-based diet do for your health?

Many health benefits can be derived from a plant-based diet. The risk of developing heart disease, diabetes or stroke is lower if you eat more plants than animals. Plant-based diets are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. These beneficial compounds can protect against inflammation and prevent oxidative damage. A high intake of fruits, vegetables and legumes has been proven to have many benefits. The dietary fiber helps feed the gut bacteria and improves digestion. A lot of plant-based meals are low in saturated fats which may increase blood cholesterol. A number of studies have found that plant-based diets can reduce the symptoms of anxiety and depression. You can promote long-term satiety by eating a mix of plant-based foods and healthy fats, such as avocados or nuts.

Can you still eat out in restaurants when you are on a plant-based eating plan?

Many restaurants are now offering plant-based options on their menus. Many vegan restaurants have opened in major cities and communities and offer delicious, healthy options. You can also find vegetarian-friendly options in many mainstream restaurants. This means that you have plenty of opportunities to enjoy traditional cuisines while still following a plant-based diet. Look for recipes where vegetables or legumes such as tofu, tempeh, seitan, or other protein sources like beans are the stars. Instead of using mayonnaise, high in saturated fat dressings or mayonnaise, use vinegar and healthy oil. Do not hesitate to ask your server about vegan options or dairy substitutions with almond or coconut milk.

Consider reading vegan cookbooks beforehand to learn more about how you can substitute meats for rich sauces. Most restaurants are happy to accommodate those who follow a plant-based lifestyle and will make every effort to accommodate them. It is possible to enjoy a delicious meal out while following a plant-based diet with a little creativity and research.

Can I eat meat while following a plant-based diet

Although plant-based diets prohibit meat, fish and poultry, they allow certain food items to be prepared that do not contain animal products. However, people who are on a plant diet can still eat eggs or dairy in moderation. For those looking to move to a plantbased diet, there are many options. Plant-based diets focus primarily on fresh fruits and vegetables, legumes such as beans and lentils, nuts and seeds, whole grains such as oatmeal and quinoa, soy products, and fortified foods like non-dairy almond or coconut milk.

Many grocery stores carry vegan products. Tofu, seitan, tempeh (fermented soy beans), and mock chicken made from mushrooms all have the same flavor and texture as traditional meat dishes. There are many vegetarian burgers that have the same taste as beef burgers, including burgers made with black beans and quinoa.

For those who are looking for more than just a replacement for their favorite carnivorous foods, there are many plant-based alternative options. There are many vegan alternatives, including coconut bacon strips or eggplant bits; tofu mighto; veggie hotdogs made with seasoned and textured soy proteins; and faux chicken strips made of wheat gluten. Furthermore, while some processed forms of fermented fungi, like mushrooms, taste like something similar to steak or pork when cooked properly, they can have similar sensory properties as meat but with significantly less environmental impact due to their far lower water use when compared with livestock production. These alternatives can be used to replace meats that you might have once eaten, making it easier to transition to a plant-based diet.

Can a plant-based diet cause harm?

Although many people have seen health benefits from a plant-based diet in the past, it is important to understand that any diet can be dangerous if it is not properly managed or with the help of a professional. People transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle should carefully consider proper vitamin and mineral intake, such as B12, iron, zinc, and Omega 3 fatty acids. Negative health effects can be caused by eating a poor diet that does not include replacements for these nutrients. Living a vegan or plant-based lifestyle could also mean you cut out dairy and eggs. This can cause muscle damage. People who follow a plant-based diet must adapt their diets to meet their nutritional needs.

Is it hard to shift to a plant-based lifestyle?

While it can seem intimidating to transition to a vegan diet, it doesn’t have to be. It is possible to gradually transition to a plant-based diet and make tweaks that feel doable. Since each person's needs are unique, tailoring the transition to one's specific lifestyle is important. To make it easier, you can arrange meals around whole foods instead of processed items. This will allow for adequate intake of both macronutrients and essential vitamins and mineral. It also helps if individuals focus on creating meals that they enjoy eating and fit their dietary needs.

To help individuals achieve their goals of living a plant-based life, it is important to have a support group made up of close friends, family, and health professionals. Finally, cooking new recipes can add variety and excitement along the way. You don't have to feel hungry or bored when you make this diet change. There are plenty of vegan options. Change slowly while still paying attention to daily nutrients is key to a successful plant-based diet.

Statistics

Another found that following a diet rich in plant foods and lower in animal foods was associated with a 16 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease and a 31 to 32 percent lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease. (everydayhealth.com)
In fact, according to research published in the going plant-based can cut grocery bills by $750 a year per person, Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition. (forksoverknives.com)

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How to deal with social situations when you are on a plant based diet

It is not easy to transition to a plant based diet. You will need to manage social situations like dining out with your friends. Before you go out to eat, make sure you are aware of the options. Check the menu options before you go. Some restaurants are more accommodating to vegetarians than others. Vegetarians can choose from Indian or Japanese cuisines.

Talk to your friends and family about vegan options. This will help you avoid ordering errors at the restaurant, as well as avoiding awkward explanations or misinterpretations about your dietary restrictions. Have faith in the chef by trusting their judgment when crafting vegan dishes; chat with them if necessary so that they can better understand how to accommodate your needs best.

If you are attending parties or events where vegans may not be well-known, make sure you have plenty of healthy snacks and drinks that aren't made from animal products. It is a great way to show your support! As your non-vegan relatives settle into incorporating vegan recipes over time, recognize even the smallest gestures made regarding a plant-based diet: after all, adjusting kitchen habits is an ongoing process.

It can be difficult to navigate social situations while following a vegan diet. Eventually, it becomes second nature; every effort put in results in gradual improvements, so start small and have faith in yourself!