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13+ Vegan Game-Day Recipes

Published: Oct 29, 2024 · Modified: Jan 7, 2025 by Regi Pearce · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Looking to score big with a vegan Super Bowl or game-day spread? Whether you’re an MVP at making vegan bites or need ideas to feed your vegan guests, you’re in the right place.

In honor of my favorite childhood football player, Dan Marino (#13!), I’ve put together 13+ winning recipes that will have everyone cheering for more. This playbook includes everything from crowd-pleasing snacks and hearty mains to delicious dips, each packed with flavor and perfect for game day.

collage of 4 different game day recipes.

Crafting a Winning Menu

Whether you're considering an all-plant-based menu or just a few select items, rest assured that vegan food can rival or even surpass traditional game day fare. It won't leave you with that heavy, bloated feeling or make you want to doze off, ensuring you can stay engaged in the game and enjoy those commercials to the fullest.

While a classic vegan pizza bar is a fantastic way to let guests customize their pies with an array of plant-based cheeses, toppings, and a 100% Biga Neapolitan Dough, there’s plenty more to round out the table below.

If snacking is more your style, whip up side items like Sweet Vegan Macaroni Salad, Classic Vegan Coleslaw, or Vegan Jackfruit Nachos. And let’s not forget the essential dips—like Easy Vegan Cashew Queso or Vegan Butternut Nacho Cheese Sauce. They will have everyone munching happily through halftime.

Other Vegan Recipe Ideas

For more delicious game-day ideas, see 14 Irresistible Veggie Burgers Even Meat-Eaters Will Love, 9 Vegan Salads For Your Next Cookout, and Vegan Game Day Dips and Sauces to keep the energy high from kickoff to the final whistle.

Vegan Game-Day Recipes

1
chipotle black bean burger on a plate. Burger is topped with vegan coleslaw
Chipotle Black Bean Burger
This Chipotle Black Bean Burger recipe is a scrumptious and satisfying plant-based alternative to traditional beef burgers. Packed with protein, fiber, and a smoky kick of chipotle flavor, these homemade burgers will become a family favorite.
Chipotle Black Bean Burger
2
vegan chili cheese fries on a plate.
Vegan Chili Cheese Fries
These vegan chili cheese fries combine crispy french fries with a flavorful vegetable chili, topped off with a vegan cashew cheese sauce. It's the perfect comfort food that's both satisfying and indulgent.
Vegan Spicy Chili Cheese Fries
3
hand dipping a chip into the rotel dip.
Vegan Rotel Dip
Vegan Rotel Dip is a plant-based party food that’s creamy, cheesy, and meaty, with Tex-Mex flavors. Loaded with hearty vegan crumbles, tangy Rotel tomatoes, and creamy plant-based cheese, this dip is easy to make and will satisfy your cheesy cravings fast in about 20 minutes.
Vegan Rotel Dip
4
three vegan chili dogs in a casserole.
Vegan Chili Dogs
Get ready for these delicious Vegan Chili Dogs! They're a plant-based hotdog smothered in a rich, homemade, easy-to-make chili topped with a delicious vegan cheese sauce. It's an easy, delicious, and filling vegan version of an American classic.
Vegan Chili Dogs
5
Stuffed Vegan Jalapeño Cheese Bites in a baking dish; top view.
Stuffed Vegan Jalapeño and Cheese Bites
Prepare for a spicy, cheesy snack with these Stuffed Vegan Jalapeño and Cheese Bites—fluffy biscuit dough stuffed with a creamy filling that packs just the right amount of heat. Perfect for parties or gatherings.
Stuffed Vegan Jalapeño and Cheese Bites
6
baked creamy vegan spinach artichoke dip
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
No one will know there is not a drop of dairy in this delicious Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip. Whether for a game day bash, a festive holiday gathering, or a relaxing evening at home, you will get a chorus of compliments for this gluten-free delight.
Creamy Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
7
hand holding a Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Slider
BBQ Jackfruit Sliders With Vegan Coleslaw
BBQ jackfruit sliders with vegan coleslaw will surely be a hit. Topped with pickles and avocado, this recipe makes a great, easy party appetizer or a casual dinner.
BBQ Jackfruit Sliders With Vegan Coleslaw
8
Top view of black bean quinoa chili in a bowl with a spoon hanging in it and topped with jalapenos and a lime wedge.
Black Bean Quinoa Chili
Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Black Bean and Quinoa Chili. This plant-based, whole-food, one-pot meal is packed with protein, loaded with bold flavors, and has just the right amount of spice to warm you up. Perfect for a vegan weeknight meal or meal prep, it’s a satisfying and delicious twist on traditional chili that even meat lovers will enjoy!
Black Bean Quinoa Chili
9
vegan chickpea burger on a plate with fries.
Vegan Chickpea Burgers
These vegan chickpea burgers aren’t your average veggie patties—ginger, garlic, and carrots give them a fresh, flavorful twist that sets them apart. Hearty, textured, and easy to make, they hold together well and are perfect for meal prep, weeknights, or grilling.
Vegan Chickpea Burgers
10
vegan baked mac and cheese in a bowl
Vegan Baked Mac and Cheese
This Vegan Baked Mac and Cheese is the ultimate plant-based comfort food—creamy, cheesy, and perfectly baked for a golden, crispy topping. Made without dairy, it’s rich, savory, and packed with flavor, making it a must-try for vegans and mac and cheese lovers alike!
Vegan Baked Mac and Cheese
11
top view of a vegan nacho casserole.
Easy Vegan Nachos
Crispy chips are topped with a homemade vegan cheese, beans, vegan chorizo, and various other delicious ingredients to create a perfect combination of flavors and textures in this loaded, easy vegan nacho recipe that is ready in about 20 minutes.
Easy Vegan Nachos
12
stacked vegan jackfruit quesadillas
Vegan Jackfruit Quesadillas
These Vegan Jackfruit Quesadillas are a flavor-packed, plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Filled with smoky, shredded jackfruit, Vegan Cashew Queso, and savory spices, they deliver all the comfort of traditional quesadillas—without the meat or dairy. Perfect for quick dinners, meal prep, or party appetizers.
Vegan Jackfruit Quesadillas
13
close up of single pizza roll on a baking sheet
Easy Vegan Pizza Roll Recipe
Craving something savory, delicious, quick, and easy to make? Look no further than this easy vegan pizza roll recipe! These mouth-watering bites are the perfect snack or meal for any occasion, whether you're watching a big game or just looking for a quick and tasty appetizer option.
Easy Vegan Pizza Roll Recipe
14
side view of a jar of vegan ranch dressing with a lid on it and little sign that says vegan ranch with a heart.
5-Minute Vegan Ranch Dressing
This easy vegan ranch dressing takes just 5 minutes to make and tastes just like traditional ranch. It's tangy, herby, and slightly garlicky, making it a great condiment for salads, sandwiches, and vegetables and a dip for plant-based snacks.
Easy Vegan Ranch Dressing

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About Regi Pearce

Hello! I am Regi, the creator of Nuts & Twigs. I debunk the myths that vegan food is all nuts and twigs and offer plant-based scrumptiousness that goes far beyond that "rabbit food" stereotype. So grab your fork and put on your stretchy pants, 'cause you're gonna want seconds.

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collage of 4 different game day recipes.