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These recipes are for beginner vegans who need some help getting started. Make meals easy and stress free with these amazing options!
Eating vegan food does not have to be boring or tasteless. These 10 recipes are healthy homemade options that will leave you satisfied and happy!
This post was originally published on January 2, 2017.
Whether you are new to transitioning to a plant-based diet, trying out this whole Veganuary thing, have a New Years resolution to add more plants into your diet, or simply need life to be easy, these are for you!
While these 10 recipes are great for beginner vegans, they can be used by anyone needing to make things easy and simple.
If you are new here and looking for some support, have a ton of helpful information for starting a vegan diet, meal prepping veggies and so many amazing simple meals you'll wonder why you didn't start sooner!
Easy Vegan Recipes
- Vegan Soup Recipes
- Vegan Mexican Recipes
- Vegan Burgers and Sandwiches
- Vegan Recipes in Bowls
- Vegan Pasta Recipes
- Basics for Vegan Dinners
- Staples to have on hand
- Common Questions
- More Vegan Guides
This is a list of my favorite vegan recipes that are perfect for beginners because they are fairly simple yet are loaded with flavor! They also represent mainstream meals that show how plant-based foods are not boring!
Vegan Soup Recipes
Soups are probably the easiest recipes to make, and can be served as a complete meal, or along with other yummy dishes for a full dinner spread. Plus, you can make extra to store in the freezer for future easy dinners! All of these vegan soup recipes are sure to keep you warm, cozy, and full!
Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes Recipe)
Greek lentil soup, also called Fakes soup, is a simple easy to make nutritious recipe made with lentils, vegetables and herbs.
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Vegetarian Pasta fa*gioli Recipe
This vegetarian pasta fa*gioli recipe is a hearty Italian soup filled with flavor! A mix of vegetables, beans and herbs make for an incredible meal done in 30 minutes.
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Thai Vegetable Coconut Curry Soup
This vegetable coconut curry soup is a Thai themed soup made with simple fresh ingredients in only 20 minutes! It's bursting with flavor and a perfect easy meal.
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Vegan Noodle Miso Soup with Vegetables
This vegan noodle miso soup is loaded with vegetables. It's easy to make in under 30 minutes and uses simple fresh ingredients!
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Creamy Vegan Corn Chowder with Potatoes
This vegan corn chowder is so creamy, delicious and the perfect comfort food! Made with whole foods and plenty of veggies.
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Easy Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Vegan broccoli cheddar soup so rich creamy cheesy and delicious without any dairy! Made with 9 simple ingredients in only 30 minutes!
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Vegan Mexican Recipes
Living in Southern California we eat a LOT of Mexican food. It's just so delicious and there's so much variety you can eat it every day without getting bored. Another great bonus is that it's so easy to make vegan Mexican food! Check out these recipes for the best vegan tacos, burritos, and more!
Vegan Rice and Black Bean Burrito Recipe
This rice and bean burrito has the perfect combination of amazing texture and flavor. It's easy to make and you'd never know it was vegan!
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Easy Vegan Jackfruit Tacos Recipe
Spice up your taco night with flavorful vegan jackfruit tacos recipe made with healthy ingredients. Perfect for a quick and delicious dinner!
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Vegan Enchiladas with Black Beans
Vegan enchiladas packed with protein rich black beans and veggies with incredible flavor. Easy to make and family friendly!
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Vegan Taco Meat with Lentils and Walnuts
This vegan taco meat is made with lentils, walnuts and seasonings for the tastiest result that has a perfect "meaty" texture! Healthy and easy to make.
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Black Bean Soup Recipe
This black bean soup uses fresh ingredients and spices along with beans to get a delicious meal in just 30 minutes! Add all of your favorite toppings to customize it to perfection.
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Healthy Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos Recipe
These black bean sweet potato tacos are the perfect healthy meal for any night of the week. Easy to make and the flavor combo is unreal!
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Vegan Burgers and Sandwiches
There is so much more in this world to sandwich between two pieces of bread than meat! Vegan sandwiches are excellent to take along for lunch, or to enjoy for a family friendly meal. And, vegan burger patties can be prepped ahead of time to keep on hand for quick and easy meals.
Low-Fat Easy Vegan Gluten Free Black Bean Burgers
Looking for the perfect easy recipe for a quick dinner? These gluten-free vegan black bean burgers are low fat, full of protein and take 10 minutes to prep!
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Vegan Philly Cheesesteak
This vegan Philly cheesesteak is made in only 20 minutes! Made with thinly sliced mushrooms, onions, peppers and gooey cheese served in a toasted bun.
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Vegan Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burgers
Weather you grill, bake or pan fry, these vegan portobello mushroom burgers are loaded with flavor and a perfect burger alternative! Easy and customizable!
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Amazing and Easy Tofu Sandwich Recipe
This tofu sandwich recipe is mouthwatering kind of delicious! It's so easy to put together, perfect to prep ahead and perfect for the entire family!
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Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwich
Amazing vegan pulled pork with 8 ingredients made in 30 minutes! Use jackfruit or mushrooms to get the perfect texture and smoky sweet flavor.
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BBQ Chickpea Sliders with Pineapple Slaw
Easy, fun and kid friendly, these BBQ sliders are the perfect dinner for a crazy day. They are filled with protein, flavorful and have amazing texture.
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Vegan Recipes in Bowls
Some of the easiest recipes to make are ones where you throw a bunch of food in a bowl and call it a meal. OK, maybe that's over-simplified but you get the idea! All of the vegan bowl recipes can be prepped in advance if not completely, at least partially to keep dinner time super easy!
Chipotle Inspired Veggie Burrito Bowl (Vegan)
Get the taste of Chipotle in a homemade healthy and delicious vegan burrito bowl! This easy meal is packed with protein, fiber, and fresh veggies.
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Teriyaki Vegetables Stir Fry
This teriyaki vegetables recipe is packed with colorful veggies and coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. It's easy to make and ready in minutes!
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Easy Vegan Fried Rice Recipe
This vegan fried rice recipe is perfect if you're looking for the quickest easiest meal the whole family will love! Easy to customize and so simple to make.
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Easy BBQ Cauliflower Bites Bowl with Tangy Avocado Slaw
30 minutes to a fully cooked dinner that is satisfying enough to satisfy the whole family. These BBQ cauliflower bites are paired with tangy avocado slaw and cilantro lime quinoa for the perfect flavor bomb explosion you can't get enough of!
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Healthy Buddha Bowl Recipe Ideas
So many options when making a healthy Buddha bowl. Fill it with greens, roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas then drizzle on sauce for meal perfection!
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Healthy Vegan Taco Salad Recipe
This vegan taco salad is loaded with delicious ingredients! It's nutritious, super versatile and easy to prep ahead. The perfect family meal!
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Vegan Pasta Recipes
Who doesn't love a heaping serving of pasta? It's comforting, delicious, family friendly, and makes great leftovers! If you're a beginner vegan, these pasta recipes are definitely a good place to start.
The Best Vegetable Bolognese Sauce
This vegetable bolognese is hands down the best recipe ever. It's so flavorful, made with whole food ingredients and comfort food perfection!
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Easy Vegan Broccoli Pesto Pasta
This vegan broccoli pesto is a perfect way to get more veggies into your family. Easy to make and pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta!
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Creamy Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff
This vegan mushroom stroganoff recipe is so creamy and packed with flavor you won't believe it's dairy free and vegan! It's made in only 30 minutes and gluten free.
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Vegan Alfredo Pasta
This vegan Alfredo sauce recipe is easy to make, filled with healthy ingredients and tastes incredible! It's the perfect addition to dinner.
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Vegan Alfredo Pasta
This roasted red pepper pasta is absolutely incredible. The sauce is simple, yet so flavorful. Prep it ahead of time for an easy meal any day of the week!
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3 Ingredient Spinach Tomato Pasta Sauce
3 ingredients and low effort makes for the best dinner! This spinach tomato pasta sauce will blow you away at how easy and flavorful it is.
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Basics for Vegan Dinners
When you're creating a plant-based dinner you want to make sure you're covering all your bases. Try to include a mix of the following:
- Greens
- Protein
- Carbohydrates
- Healthy Fats
Staples to have on hand
Keeping these ingredients in your kitchen as often as possible makes it easy to throw together last minute meals. Many of these foods are used commonly in plant-based recipes:
Pasta, beans, grains:
- Dried pasta of choice, gluten-free if needed
- Black beans
- Pinto Beans
- Chickpeas
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa
- Oats
Nutsand seeds:
- Cashews
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Flax seeds
- Hemp seeds
- Chia seeds
(Non) Dairy:
- Non-dairy milk-Silk Cashew Milk, almond milk, coconut milk, etc.
- Plain dairy-free yogurt
- Coconut cream
Spices and baking essentials:
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Basil
- Oregano
- Ginger
- Cinnamon
- Salt & pepper
- Vanilla extract
- Vegetable broth
- Brown rice flour
- Almond Flour
- Oat Flour
- Maple strup
Produce:
- Potatoes
- Onions
- Greens
- Garlic
- Peppers
- Mushrooms
- Zucchini
- Bananas
- Apples
- Berries
Common Questions
How do I start going vegan?
Start off by incorporating more plant-based recipes to your menu. They key is not not jump in too fast and overwhelm yourself. Ease into it as you feel more comfortable. Find vegan options you enjoy and work them into recipes. Make small, achievable habits, and overtime it will get easier and easier!
What are good meals for vegans?
There are so many amazing options out there! From tacos, soups, salads, burgers and sandwiches, and more, you'll find that eating plant-based doesn't limit flavor. Create a meal that includes greens, protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats.
Is vegan food healthy for you?
It certainly can be, but there are plenty of unhealthy vegan foods as well. Making your own homemade whole food plant based recipes is generally very healthy, especially when you make sure to work in all of the necessary nutrients. Some store-bought vegan options can be loaded with not-so-healthy ingredients so make sure to read the label.
More Vegan Guides
Looking for more help on starting your vegan lifestyle? Check out these helpful articles:
- Vegan Cheese Alternatives
- The Best Tasting Milk Alternatives
- Surprising Non Vegan Foods
- How to Meal Prep Vegetables
- Weekly Vegan Dinner Menu with Grocery List
- Easy Vegan Weekly Meal Plan
