With everything from creamy pastas to burgers and beyond, these 85 vegan recipes will get you excited to cook (and eat!) plant-based meals at home.

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Most days in our house, Jack and I eat vegan recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Of course, there are exceptions, but the food I most enjoy cooking and eating often happens to be plant-based. I love putting vegetables at the center my plate. It’s not just good for my health and for the world—it’s also downright delicious.

To kick off the New Year, I’ve rounded up my top 85 easy vegan recipes. This list includes everything from hearty vegan dinner recipes (think creamy pastas, veggie burgers, tacos, etc.) to vegan basics that can serve as starting points for improvising satisfying plant-based meals. Whether you’re a longtime vegan, considering a plant-based diet for the first time, or just want to eat more veggies, you’re sure to love one (or more) of these delicious vegan recipes!

Vegan Pasta Recipes

1. Creamy Vegan Pasta

This creamy vegan pasta will give any traditional mac and cheese a run for its money. Instead of containing dairy, the smooth, tangy sauce is a protein-packed blend of white beans, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice.

2. Lentil Pasta

Lentils add plant-based protein to this flavorful vegan pasta. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknights!

3. Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta

This luxe vegan pasta is comfort in a bowl! Blended squash, roasted garlic, sage, and thyme add cozy flavor to the creamy sauce.

4. Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

This 10-ingredient pasta is one of my favorite easy vegan meals. Lemon zest and parsley pack it with bright, fresh flavor.

5. Creamy Pasta Pomodoro
6. Vegan Mac and Cheese
7. Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe
8. Vegan Fettuccine Alfredo

Mexican & Tex Mex Vegan Recipes

9. Vegan Tacos

Saucy jackfruit mimics jerk-spiced chicken in these hearty vegan tacos. Topped with a fresh mango salsa, they’re a fun, filling, and delicious vegan meal.

10. Vegan Enchiladas

Black beans, mushrooms, and poblano peppers create a hearty filling for these plant-based enchiladas.

11. Vegan Burrito

You don’t need meat or cheese to make a delicious burrito. Spanish rice, black beans, pickled onions, and guacamole add tons of great flavor to this vegan one!

12. Ultimate Sheet Pan Nachos

I smother these epic nachos with a creamy vegan cheese sauce made with sweet potatoes, cashews, and nutritional yeast. Topped with avocado, pico de gallo, and black beans, they’re absolute nacho heaven.

13. Mushroom Tacos
14. Tofu Sofritas
15. Burrito Bowl

Vegan Recipes for Noodles and Rolls

16. Sesame Soba Noodles

These gluten-free soba noodles are the perfect make-ahead lunch. The tangy sesame dressing pairs well with all sorts of veggies. Feel free to use your seasonal favorites!

17. Vegan Ramen

My homemade mushroom broth creates a rich, savory base for this comforting vegan ramen.

18. Fresh Spring Rolls

Packed with herbs, noodles, and veggies, these fresh rolls are one of my favorite vegan recipes. Don’t skip the peanut sauce for dipping!

19. Shiitake Maki Sushi
20. Peanut Noodles
21. Bok Choy Stir Fry

Vegan Burger & Sandwich Recipes

22. Best Veggie Burger

When I say that this is the best veggie burger, I mean it. Made with wholesome plant-based ingredients like mushrooms and walnuts, these patties are hearty, satisfying, and packed with umami flavor.

23. Homemade Falafel

Falafel was the first food that showed me how flavorful vegan dinner recipes could be, and this crispy baked version is sure to do the same for you. Serve it with hummus, pickled red onions, and fresh veggies to take it over the top.

24. BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches

This plant-based version of a classic BBQ sandwich is every bit as delicious as a traditional one!

25. Vegan Egg Salad
26. Chickpea Salad Sandwich
27. Black Bean Burger
28. Portobello Mushroom Burgers

More Vegan Dinner Recipes

29. Easy Coconut Curry

This curry is one of my go-to easy vegan recipes for busy weeknights. Chock-full of fresh veggies and warming spices, it’s bright, nourishing, and comforting.

30. Vegan Meatballs

Whether you stuff them into subs or pile them onto pasta, these savory, smoky vegan meatballs are guaranteed to be a hit.

31. Best Vegan Pizza

Who says you need cheese to make a crave-worthy pizza? This easy vegan pizza may be my all-time favorite! I top homemade pizza dough with a lemony cashew cream sauce, colorful veggies, and fresh basil.

32. Chana Masala

Don’t let this chickpea curry recipe fool you. Made in a single skillet using pantry ingredients, it’s super simple, but it’s still packed with bold flavor.

33. Vegetarian Chili
34. Sushi Bowl
35. Crispy Sesame Tofu
36. Roasted Cauliflower Steak

Easy Vegan Soup Recipes

37. Tomato Soup

There’s no reason that tomato soup shouldn’t be vegan-friendly! Instead of using dairy in this recipe, I add coconut milk. It makes the soup rich and creamy. (And don’t worry—you can’t taste it!)

38. Butternut Squash Soup

I have this butternut squash soup recipe on repeat from the first day of fall until the last day of winter. It’s super comforting, easy to make, and packed with cozy flavor.

39. Curry Lentil Soup

You likely have all the ingredients for this soup in your pantry already. That’s good news for you, because it’s so warming, nourishing, and flavorful that you’ll want to try it ASAP.

40. Cabbage Soup

Want to eat more vegetables? This vegan soup will help you do it! An entire head of green cabbage wilts down into the flavorful broth.

41. Vegetable Soup
42. Dumpling Soup
43. Vegan Broccoli Soup
44. Cauliflower Soup
45. Corn Chowder
46. Miso Soup

Substantial Vegan Salads

47. Kale Caesar Salad

My creamy vegan Caesar dressing adds bold, briny flavor to this refreshing salad.

48. Chickpea Salad

I love to meal prep this recipe for lunch! The chickpeas fill it with plant-based protein, while pickled onions and lots of herbs add tons of fresh flavor.

49. Best Broccoli Salad

Smoky roasted nuts take the place of bacon in this vegan riff on classic broccoli salad.

50. Kale Salad

This recipe will shatter any pre-conceived notion that kale salads are boring and bland. Loaded up with crunchy veggies, toasted pumpkin seeds, avocado, and more, it’s one of my favorite vegan dishes to make for lunch.

51. Healthy Taco Salad
52. Fattoush
53. Roasted Cauliflower Salad
54. Pesto Pasta Salad

Shareable Vegan Side Dish Recipes

55. Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Even mashed potato purists will fall for these fluffy, light vegan mashed potatoes! Roasted garlic infuses them with rich, nutty flavor, and a generous glug of olive oil gives them their crave-worthy creamy texture.

56. Creamed Spinach

Coconut milk takes the place of heavy cream in this fresh, delicious 15-minute side dish.

57. Oven Roasted Potatoes
58. Focaccia Bread
59. Sweet Potato Fries
60. Refried Beans

Vegan Recipes for Sauces and Dressings

61. Tahini Sauce

If you’ve never tried tahini sauce, get ready to fall in love. Creamy, nutty, and lemony, there’s no limit on the ways to use it, especially when these 4 bold variations come into play!

62. Vegan Pesto

A splash of lemon juice takes the place of the traditional Parmesan cheese.

63. Cashew Cream
64. Peanut Sauce
65. Homemade Hummus
66. Vegan Ranch Dressing
67. Lemon Vinaigrette

Vegetable Basics

68. How to Make Zucchini Noodles

Zucchini noodles are such a fun way to add extra veggies to vegan pasta recipes! Try skipping regular noodles entirely, or use a 50/50 mix of zucchini noodles and pasta.

69. How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

Skip the spaghetti, and make spaghetti squash instead! Serve it on its own as a healthy vegan side dish, toss it with pesto and roasted veggies, or go the classic spaghetti route and top it with marinara sauce.

70. How to Make Cauliflower Rice

Swapping cauliflower rice for regular rice is a great way to pack extra veggies into any stir fry, bowl, or curry dish. Fresh, light, and SUPER easy to make, it’ll become a staple in your kitchen!

71. Pickled Red Onions

Keep these quick and easy pickled onions on hand to add a bright pop of flavor to your favorite vegan recipes! They’re the perfect finishing touch for salads, bowls, tacos, and more.

72. Roasted Butternut Squash
73. Roasted Red Peppers
74. Pickled Jalapeños
75. Roasted Cauliflower
76. Roasted Beets
77. Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Grain & Legume Basics

78. How to Cook Quinoa

Not only is quinoa loaded with protein and other nutrients, but it’s delicious, too! Make a pot in just 15 minutes.

79. Crispy Roasted Chickpeas

Warning: it’s hard to resist eating these crunchy, salty little guys straight out of the oven! If you can, enjoy them as a snack or top them onto vegan dinner recipes for extra protein.

80. How to Cook Farro
81. Cilantro Lime Rice
82. How to Cook Couscous
83. How to Cook Lentils
84. Baked Crispy Tofu
85. Instant Pot Brown Rice

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Vegan Recipes: Creamy Vegan Pasta

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 18

Serves 4

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This creamy vegan pasta is the perfect weeknight meal and one of our favorite vegan recipes!

Ingredients

Creamy vegan pasta sauce
2½ cups small shell pasta
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
5 cups broccoli florets, chopped stems, and leaves
¼ cup toasted pine nuts
Lemon wedges, for serving
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Make the sauce.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the pasta according to the instructions on the package, cooking until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the chopped broccoli stems and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes or until tender. Add the broccoli florets and leaves and a splash of water or vegetable broth. Cover and turn off the heat. Allow the broccoli to steam for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender but still bright green. Add the pasta, then stir in ¾ of the sauce, adding more broth if the sauce is too dry.
Season to taste with more salt, pepper and lemon juice, as desired, and portion into bowls. Divide the remaining sauce onto each bowl. Top with the pine nuts and serve with lemon wedges on the side.