Looking for some tasty entree ideas for lunch, dinner, or brunch? These vegan main dishes are great for beginner cooks with plenty of easy options. Whether you are looking for a comforting pasta entree, Asian flavors, or an easy slow cooker or Instant Pot meal, you will find something to enjoy here. These vegan recipes feature nutritious whole plant foods like beans, lentils, vegetables, nuts, tofu, and tempeh. Hope you like them as much as I do!
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Easy Vegan Mexican Pizza is a delicious double-layered melty treat. It’s easy to make and flexible based on the ingredients you have at home. This recipe is made with corn tortillas and is gluten-free, or make it with whole wheat tortillas if you prefer. It is inspired by the popular Mexican Pizza from Taco Bell®. …
Sesame Ginger Noodles with Tofu and Vegetables is a quick and easy Asian-inspired vegan meal. Made with fresh ginger and garlic, wheat noodles, and broccoli, you can quickly put this together for a quick weeknight meal. Plus, you can easily adjust this recipe to be gluten-free (using rice, sweet potato, or other gluten-free noodles) or …
This salad with beans, quinoa, rice, and pecans is a hearty, filling meal. Cucumber and pepper are also added to a fresh garden salad for a cool, crunchy lunch or dinner. I know I like a salad for lunch, but I don’t want to feel hungry again a few hours later. Thanks to the filling …
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These pinto bean tostadas with mango and cilantro are an easy, healthy meal or snack. They are also gluten-free, since they are made with crispy corn tortillas. Cumin, onions, and peppers add flavor, with sweet and fresh mango bites on top. Try these quickly toasted in the oven. I used pinto beans cooked in an …
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This lentil pasta with tempeh and spinach recipe is an Italian-style quick high protein meal. Try it for a tasty, healthy entree – plus it’s quick and easy enough to make on a busy weeknight. This recipe is vegan and is a great option for a satisfying entree. If you’re not familiar with tempeh, it …
These stuffed peppers with butternut squash, Great Northern Beans, and quinoa are a colorful and tasty meal for special events or every day. They are vegan and gluten-free. This is the perfect recipe for a distinctive main dish or side dish for a vegan holiday substitute for turkey, ham, etc. since they are delicious and …
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These vegan pumpkin and black bean tacos are a savory and easy meal for one: crunchy and spicy and perfect for a busy day. This recipe solves the problem of your yummy beans rolling around and dropping out of your taco, too! Just quickly saute your vegetables, pumpkin, and spices, add to heated taco shells, …
15-bean vegetable soup is a tasty, comforting, warm bowl of goodness: perfect for a chilly day! Enjoy the variety of colors and textures in this easy vegan recipe. You can make a batch on the weekend and then enjoy it during the week for convenient packed lunches or dinners. I love the variety of beans, …
This vegan broccoli pesto pizza is a fantastic Italian meal: cheesy and garlicky – all the goodness of a pizzeria but made at home. Learn how to make homemade pizza with store-bought dough or your own, plus vegan pesto sauce and mozzarella cheese. You can top this with broccoli or one of many veggie topping …
Baby bok choy and tofu stir-fry is an easy plant-based meal to enjoy on a weeknight or anytime! In case you are not sure what to do with tofu, this is the recipe for you as I explain how to press and marinate it for a chewy texture and excellent flavor! I find the best …
