Best 11 Delicious Vegan Recipes

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Immerse yourself in a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant flavors and textures of plant-based cooking with our delectable collection of vegan recipes. From tantalizing appetizers to hearty main courses and luscious desserts, this article offers a symphony of dishes that cater to every palate and dietary preference. Embark on a voyage of culinary exploration, where each recipe promises an explosion of taste and a symphony of textures that will redefine your perception of vegan cuisine. Dive into the depths of flavor with our creamy avocado and zucchini pasta, a symphony of fresh flavors that dances on your taste buds. Indulge in the smoky and savory roasted eggplant tacos, a delightful fusion of Mexican and Mediterranean flavors. Satisfy your sweet tooth with our decadent chocolate mousse, a velvety and rich dessert that will transport you to a realm of pure bliss. These recipes and more await you, promising a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

DELICIOUS VEGAN HOT CHOCOLATE



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Finally, a vegan hot chocolate recipe that actually tastes good! For best results, use plain soy milk.

Provided by CYMBALINE

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ½ cups soy milk
3 tablespoons white sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the soy milk, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper to a simmer in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Remove from the heat and whisk until frothy. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 738 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

DELICIOUS VEGAN FRIED RICE



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A quick fried rice dish I threw together with some leftover vegetables that quickly became a friend and family favourite! It's fast, easy, healthy, delicious, and light enough to serve with a main dish, yet filling enough to eat alone!

Provided by HeyAussie

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups water
1 cup white rice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon Creole seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon lemon zest
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon vegan margarine (such as Earth Balance®)
1 green bell pepper, minced
1 carrot, minced
1 stalk celery, minced
½ small tomato, diced
1 teaspoon soy sauce, or to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine water, rice, oregano, basil, sage, cayenne pepper, Creole seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and lemon zest in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Mix olive oil and vegan margarine in a large pan over medium-low heat. Stir rice into oil mixture and add green bell pepper, carrot, celery, tomato, soy sauce, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook and stir mixture into heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.9 calories, Carbohydrate 83.1 g, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1034.2 mg, Sugar 4 g

DELICIOUS VEGAN SPELT MUFFINS



Delicious Vegan Spelt Muffins image

A delicious vegan muffin that is crisp and golden on top, dense and hearty inside, and totally addictive. This recipe is a recreation of my favourite muffins from a terrific vegan cafe in Toronto. Tasty flavour additions to this basic muffin batter include: chopped sweet potato and dates, pear and walnuts, apple and cranberries, or whatever else may tickle your fancy.

Provided by Mandi_in_Toronto

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups spelt flour
1 cup rolled oats
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 very ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup sunflower seed oil
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Whisk together spelt flour, oats, baking soda, and cinnamon in a bowl. Stir together bananas, oil, and sugar in a separate bowl. Stir banana mixture into spelt mixture just until dry ingredients are moistened; divide mixture evenly into 12 muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 18 minutes. Cool in pan for 10 minutes; remove to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 158.4 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

DELICIOUS VEGAN VEGETABLE SOUP



Delicious Vegan Vegetable Soup image

This delicious vegan vegetable soup uses lots of vegetables in a tasty, light broth, easy to adapt to your personal taste! Suggest adding cooked basmati rice when serving to make a complete meal. This will need salt and tastes better the second day. Also, cooking and prep time may not be entirely accurate. I invented this soup at 1 am - I'm a college student - but it is delicious.

Provided by mela.elle

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

olive oil
½ pound leeks, cleaned and chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
½ red onion, chopped
1 green onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
⅓ head green cabbage, chopped
¼ eggplant, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
¼ (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cubed
1 clove garlic, minced
water to cover
1 Roma tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks, celery, red onion, green onion, jalapeno, basil, and rosemary. Cook and stir until vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Add cabbage, eggplant, carrots, tofu, and garlic. Add water to cover. Bring soup to a boil uncovered.
  • Cover soup partially; reduce heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are almost tender, about 20 minutes. Add tomato. Cook until vegetables are fully tender, about 10 minutes more. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 60 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

DELICIOUS BANANA VEGAN MUFFINS (SUGAR FREE)



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Packed with fiber and vitamins! These muffins are delicious in the morning shared with yogurt or even better just as a snack during the day! My mom gave me this recipe a year ago and ever since, I've had tons of compliments on them! Friends can never believe they are vegan and sugar free!

Provided by chiccups

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Banana Muffin Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup wheat bran
½ cup rolled oats
¼ cup flax seeds
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground ginger, or to taste
1 pinch ground allspice, or to taste
1 pinch ground nutmeg, or to taste
10 ripe bananas, mashed
¼ cup peanut oil
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 16 muffin cups or line with paper liners.
  • Whisk flour, bran, rolled oats, flax seeds, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, ginger, allspice, and nutmeg together in a bowl. Mix bananas and peanut oil together in a separate large bowl; stir dry ingredients into banana mixture. Fold walnuts, chocolate chips, and raisins into batter. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling them about 2/3 full.
  • Bake muffins in the preheated oven until lightly golden brown and a knife inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 323.7 mg, Sugar 20.4 g

DECEPTIVELY DELICIOUS VEGAN CHOCOLATE COOKIES



Deceptively Delicious Vegan Chocolate Cookies image

I adapted this recipe for one of my students who is Vegan. Surprisingly, they were a huge hit with everyone! Besides the amazing taste, they're much healthier than most cookies.

Provided by Bethlehem

Categories     Dessert

Time 38m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup applesauce
2 tablespoons oil
3/4 cup sugar
3 -4 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup flour
1/3 cup cocoa
3/4 cup dairy-free semi-sweet chocolate chips (Ghirardelli makes some)

Steps:

  • Cream applesauce, oil, sugar and 1 T water.
  • Mix in remaining 2-3 T of water and beat well.
  • In a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients.
  • Add to applesauce mixture and mix until combined.
  • If applicable, add chocolate chips last.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.
  • Preheat oven 400°F and grease a cookie sheet well.
  • Make approximately 24 balls (or you can do drop cookies).
  • Bake for approximately 8 minutes-they should be very puffy. Be careful not to over-bake as they will become quite hard when cooled.
  • Allow to cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet, they will fall considerably due to the lack of egg.

DELICIOUS VEGAN DATE FUDGE BALLS



Delicious Vegan Date Fudge Balls image

Here's an easy-to-make recipe for a delicious fudge that's completely raw and vegan. The best part about this recipe is that it is really fast to make and it doesn't necessarily require a food processor or blender. I recommend rolling the balls in cocoa powder.

Provided by MyHealthyDessert

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Kids     Quick and Easy

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

15 dates, pitted
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons chopped almonds, or to taste
2 tablespoons shredded unsweetened coconut, or to taste
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Mash dates together in a bowl until a paste-like consistency. Add peanut butter; mix well. Stir almonds, coconut, cocoa powder, and salt into date mixture. Roll date mixture into balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 31.1 mg, Sugar 34.2 g

DELICIOUS AND SIMPLE POTATO SOUP (VEGAN)



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This creamy VEGAN potato soup is totally delicious. It's perfect to enjoy for lunch or dinner. Add kale, leeks, etc. to your taste. -- Came from the cookbook Everyday Wholesome Eating by Kim Wilson. Enjoy!

Provided by Hannah

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil (olive or grapeseed oil works too)
2 onions (or leeks)
3 -4 stalks celery, sliced
4 potatoes, cubed (with or without skins peeled)
2 garlic cloves (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
1 teaspoon onion powder
4 -5 cups water
1 teaspoon thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons basil
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (or 1 Tbsp dried)
1 teaspoon dill (optional)

Steps:

  • Sauté chopped onions and celery in oil over high heat for 3-5 minutes in a large pot.
  • Add rest of vegetables, water, thyme, and basil. Cook over medium heat until tender (this takes about 30 minutes).
  • Purée in blender or food processor until smooth and pour back into pot.
  • Add the rest of the seasonings and salt, and simmer over low heat for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Variation: Break 1 bunch kale into small pieces, steam, and add to soup in the last 10 minutes.
  • Variation: Purée just one half of soup for a more chunkier version.

LINA AND JENS' DELICIOUS VEGAN CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM



Lina and Jens' Delicious Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream image

So... you are making hummus or some other dish with chickpeas and you are just wasting the chickpea water? How dare you! Didn't you know it can form the basis of some the most delicious, light, and foamy vegan ice creams and mousses? I didn't know either but since Lina told me about it I am never going to waste a drop of chickpea water again.

Provided by Jens

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes     100+ Ice Cream Recipes     Chocolate Ice Cream Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
1 ¼ cups aquafaba
½ teaspoon xanthan gum
½ cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla sugar

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate in top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour aquafaba into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Beat on high speed until fluffy and quadrupled in volume, about 1 minute. Add xanthan gum and beat for 30 seconds. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla sugar; continue beating until foam is firm and glossy, about 2 minutes more.
  • Fold melted chocolate gently into whipped foam until thoroughly incorporated. Transfer to a lidded container.
  • Freeze until firm, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 8.9 mg, Sugar 19.5 g

DELICIOUS VEGAN PUMPKIN MUFFINS



Delicious Vegan Pumpkin Muffins image

These vegan pumpkin muffins are something special! Wholesome, low in fat and sugar, with a gluten-free option. Perfect baking project for cold winter days with a cozy blend of warming spices.

Provided by nutriciously

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

cooking spray
2 cups whole wheat flour
5 tablespoons coconut sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
½ cup applesauce
½ cup cashew milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin lightly with cooking spray.
  • Combine flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and ginger in a bowl.
  • Mix 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, applesauce, cashew milk, vanilla extract, and cider vinegar together in a separate bowl. Add mixture to the flour mixture; mix until just combined. Place about 1/4 cup of the mixture into each muffin cup.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean, 20 to 23 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 319.4 mg, Sugar 2 g

PUMPKIN SCONES (VEGAN, EGG FREE, LACTOSE FREE, STILL DELICIOUS)



Pumpkin Scones (Vegan, Egg Free, Lactose Free, Still Delicious) image

These scones are quite easy to make but just a hint from someone who made this mistake... Make sure you put them on the TOP shelf of the oven to prevent burnt bottoms :)

Provided by KristinV

Categories     Scones

Time 25m

Yield 12 scones

Number Of Ingredients 8

100 g vegan margarine
2 tablespoons sugar
egg substitute (equal to one egg)
2 cups self-raising flour
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup pumpkin (cooked, drained and mashed)
1/4 soymilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 220°C.
  • Beat margarine and beat until soft then add sugar and egg replacer. Cream all together until light and fluffy.
  • Sift flour, salt, and cinnamon together.
  • Add pumpkin and milk alternately with the sifted ingredients into the creamed mixture until just combined. don not over mix.
  • Turn scone dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead lightly.
  • Roll or dress scone dough out, cut into desired shapes with a scone cutter.
  • Place scone shapes close together on a lightly greased and flour dusted baking tray. Brush tops with a little milk.
  • Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until cooked (watch those bottoms) and golden.
  • Remove from tray and cool slightly on a wire rack. Best served warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.9, Fat 0.2, Sodium 277.6, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.3, Protein 2.2

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will ensure that your dishes are packed with nutrients and flavor. Some good options include broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, peppers, and spinach.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with spices and herbs: These can really elevate the flavor of your dishes. Some good options include garlic, onion, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and coriander.
  • Use whole grains and legumes: These are good sources of fiber and protein, which will help you feel full and satisfied. Some good options include brown rice, quinoa, lentils, and beans.
  • Limit processed foods: These are often high in unhealthy fats, sodium, and sugar. Instead, focus on eating whole, unprocessed foods.
  • Make small changes to your diet: Don't try to overhaul your entire diet overnight. Start by making small changes, such as adding more vegetables to your meals or cutting out sugary drinks.

Conclusion:

Adopting a vegan diet can be a healthy and rewarding experience. By following these tips, you can create delicious and satisfying meals that are good for you and the planet. So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!

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