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Veganuary Is Here!

Welcome to Veganuary! Here, you'll find vegan recipes to kickstart the new year with so much plant-based goodness! Whether you’re a seasoned vegan, a curious foodie, or just testing the (tofu) waters, this collection has fan favorites like Vegan Sushi Bake, Vegan Greek Pasta Salad, and Vegan Pecan Pie Bars.

Favorite Main Dishes

  • slices of stacked smoked tofu on a plate
    Smoked Tofu
  • slice of vegan pumpkin pie with graham cracker crust
    Vegan Pumpkin Pie with Graham Cracker Crust
  • vegan sushi bake casserole with the garnishes side view
    Vegan Sushi Bake
  • vegan picadillo with rice in a bowl
    Vegan Cuban Picadillo

Small Plates and Sides

  • top view of Butternut Squash Carrot Soup in a black bowl.
    Butternut Squash Carrot Soup
  • side view of two savory vegan zucchini muffin
    Savory Vegan Zucchini Muffins
  • Fall Farro Grain Bowl with Butternut Squash and Apples; top view
    Fall Farro Salad
  • bunch of sliced high protein lupini seitan
    High-Protein Lupini Bean Seitan

Delicious Desserts

  • A collage of four vegan lunchbox ideas made with Trader Joe’s ingredients, including colorful fruits, veggies, wraps, sandwiches, and snacks, with bold red and white text above that reads “Vegan Lunch Box Recipes – Made with Easy-to-Find Trader Joe’s Ingredients” and black text below that says “Easy and Quick to Make.”
    Easy Vegan Trader Joe’s Lunchbox Recipes
  • A rustic bowl of zucchini and potato soup with chunks of vegetables and white beans, topped with fresh parsley and a spoon resting in the bowl, ready for a bite. A slice of crusty bread and a salad peek into the frame.
    Zucchini and Potato Soup
  • crispy vegetable fritters stacked on a plate.
    Crispy Vegetable Fritters
  • Overhead view of four grilled carrot dogs in toasted buns, arranged on a wooden board. Each one is topped differently—with mustard and relish, shredded cabbage, ketchup, and one served plain—highlighting a variety of topping ideas for vegan carrot hot dogs. A bowl of vegan coleslaw and a plate of chips are partially visible in the background.
    Smoky Carrot Dogs

Vegan Pasta Night

  • bowl of angel hair pasta salad.
     Angel Hair Pasta Salad
  • side angle of vegan caesar pasta salad in a white bowl.
    Vegan Caesar Pasta Salad
  • plate of the ravioli salad.
    Trader Joe’s Ravioli Pasta Salad
  • adding pasta to a pan of vegan vodka sauce.
    Vegan Vodka Sauce
See more Vegan Pasta Recipes →

Bowls of Comfort

  • Close-up of vegan corn dog bites, one with a bite taken out, displayed on a marble and wood stack with grapes and oranges in the background.
    Vegan Corn Dog Bites
  • A white ceramic baking dish filled with slow-roasted cherry tomatoes and a cut head of garlic, glistening in olive oil with sprigs of herbs. The dish rests on a woven placemat, next to a crusty loaf of bread.
    Tomato Confit
  • A vibrant bowl of Corn and Black Bean Salsa made with black beans, roasted corn, red onion, diced tomatoes, and fresh herbs. The bowl is surrounded by tortilla chips and crackers on a woven placemat, ready to serve as a dip or side dish. Bright cherry tomatoes are blurred in the background.
    Corn and Black Bean Salsa
  • A bowl of creamy vegan dill potato salad garnished with fresh dill, featuring golden potatoes mixed with celery, red onion, and capers. The salad is served in a rustic ceramic bowl with a spoon, and surrounded by summer sides like a bowl of chips and a plate of juicy watermelon, set on a cozy, casual table.
    Creamy Vegan Dill Potato Salad

Salads and Bowls That Satisfy

  • Overhead shot of creamy cucumber gazpacho in a white bowl, garnished with microgreens and toasted slivered almonds. A red napkin and silver spoon rest beside it, with a second bowl of soup partially visible in the corner.
    Creamy Cucumber Gazpacho
  • Hand dipping a slice of rustic bread into a bowl of chunky watermelon gazpacho, topped with breadcrumbs, diced cucumber, and fresh cilantro.
    Easy Watermelon Gazpacho
  • Lunchbox containing mini falafel, couscous, chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, spinach, pita chips, a small container of dairy-free tzatziki, and fresh raspberries. The lunchbox is placed on top of children’s books and notebooks, styled for a back-to-school theme.
    Mediterranean Lunch Bowl
  • A lunchbox with sliced apple and veggie quesadillas stacked in one compartment, paired with mandarin orange segments and chocolate sandwich cookies in another side compartments. A small yellow lion-shaped food pick is placed among the orange slices. A Dr. Seuss book and snack packaging are visible in the background.
    Apple and Veggie Quesadillas

Breakfast Favorites

  • caramelized apples in a pan.
    Easy Caramelized Apples
  • biscoff baked oats in a ramekin with a spoon.
    Biscoff Baked Oats
  • stack of vegan protein waffles with strawberries and raspberries on top.
    Vegan Protein Waffles
  • cranberry orange jam in a mason jar with a spoon picking some up; side angled view.
    Cranberry Orange Jam
See more Breakfast Recipes →

Quick and Easy Recipes

  • A bento-style lunchbox filled with peanut butter and banana roll-ups made from whole wheat tortillas, alongside red grapes, orange slices, mini cucumbers, and colorful cherry tomatoes with a blue giraffe fork. The lunchbox is set on top of an open illustrated children’s book.
    Peanut Butter & Banana Roll-Ups
  • A close-up of a fluffy sandwich bun filled with creamy no-mayo chickpea salad and leafy greens, resting on top of a mint green lunch container surrounded by mini cornbread muffins.
    No-Mayo Chickpea Salad
  • A bento lunchbox filled with cherry tomatoes, baby cucumbers, vegan chili, and three mini cornbread muffins. A muffin tin with more cornbread and a yellow napkin sit beside the box.
    Chili and Mini Cornbread Munchables
  • two bento boxes containing the eggless salad pockets, mini tomatoes, cucumbers, and peanut bar.
    Eggless Salad Pocket Sandwiches

Vegan Dressing, Sauces, Dips, and More

  • two bento boxes with the quinoa pasta salad served with sides such as graham crackers, apples cut into flowers, dairy free chocolate chips, and dried mango.
    Easy Quinoa Fusilli Pasta Salad (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
  • bento box with the nut butter and jelly roll ups along with a bunch of tomatoes, blueberries, and oreos in other compartments of the bento box.
    Nut Butter & Jelly Roll Ups
  • bento box filled with the mac and broccoli in one section with the other sections filled with apples shaped like flowers, small tomatoes, and dessert cone tips.
    Easy Vegan Mac & Trees (Kid-Friendly Mac and Broccoli)
  • Two bento boxes with the hummus and veggie pinwheels, cookies, blackberries, and grapes.
    Mini Hummus and Veggie Pinwheels

Vegan Snacks

  • picture showing the gear I recommend like napkins, containers, lunch box, thermos, and bento box.
    Best Lunchbox Gear for Kids (And What to Skip)
  • mason jar with Hibiscus Coconut Refresher.
    Hibiscus Coconut Refresher
  • Red white blue fruit salad.
    Red, White, & Blue Fruit Salad with Maple Orange Dressing
  • fruit salad dressing in a jar.
    Maple-Orange Fruit Salad Dressing

Breakfast Recipes

  • top view of a bowl of apple cinnamon steel cut oats topped with nuts. Another bowl is partially viewed on top left corner.
    Apple Cinnamon Steel-Cut Oats
  • top view of asian-inspired avocado toast being grabbed by a hand.
    Asian-Inspired Avocado Toast
  • side view of a glass of Mango Kale Smoothie -Smoothie King Copycat with a straw.
    Homemade Vegan Mango Kale Smoothie
  • side view of stack of vegan banana oat pancakes on a plate with a chunk on the side of the stack missing and cut off. Berries are on top.
    Vegan Banana Oat Pancakes
See more Breakfast Recipes →

Cuban and Spanish-Inspired Recipes

  • Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Maple-Dijon Glaze on a sheet pan.
    Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Maple-Dijon Glaze
  • cauliflower rice burrito bowls.
    Cauliflower Rice Burrito Bowls
  • stack of vegan cucumber sandwiches.
    Vegan Cucumber Sandwiches
  • Trader Joe’s Falafel Naan Wrap.
    15-Minute Trader Joe’s Falafel Naan Wrap

Mexican-Inspired Recipes

  • german potato salad in a bowl.
    Vegan German Potato Salad
  • seasoned popcorn on plates.
    7 Homemade Popcorn Seasonings
  • bowl of Lemony Orzo Chickpea Soup.
    Lemony Orzo Chickpea Soup
  • homemade Italian vinaigrette in a jar.
    Homemade Italian Vinaigrette

More Veganuary Recipes

  • Vegan Spanish Paella
  • Asian Chopped Salad With Sesame Dressing
  • Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
  • Vegan Pesto Grilled Cheese With Tofu
  • Mini Vegan Spinach, Artichoke, And Sun-Dried Tomato Cups
  • Air Fryer Red Potatoes
  • Cucumber and Carrot Salad with Ginger Dressing
  • Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad
  • Vegan Split Pea and Barley Soup
  • Vegan Banana Ice Cream
  • Asian Sesame Dressing
  • Vegan Macaroni Salad
  • Vegan Bacon Bits
  • Vegan Caesar Salad
  • Sweet Chili Lime Sauce
  • Spring Roll Salad
  • Roasted Mexican Potatoes
  • Best Homemade Movie Theater Popcorn
  • Spicy Thai Peanut Sauce
  • Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Blood Orange Vinaigrette
  • Air Fryer Croutons
  • Easy Lemon Vinaigrette
  • Vegan Chickpea Burgers
  • Tofu Wrap with Spicy Apricot Sauce
  • Vegan Chinoise Fondue Recipe
  • Best Vegan Lasagna With Tofu Ricotta
  • Vegan Sweet Potato and Peanut Stew
  • Easy Vegan Nachos
  • Vegan Tuna Pasta Salad
  • Vegan Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce
  • Vegan Cajun Pasta
  • White Bean Cabbage Soup
  • Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce
  • Collard Green Wraps
  • Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Vegan Tom Yum Noodle Soup
  • Thai Basil Pesto
  • Kale and White Bean Salad
  • Vegan Thai Basil Fried Rice
  • Mongolian Tofu
  • Vegan Cilantro Lime Dressing

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Regina Pearce

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Head nut, chief twig, and creator of Nuts & Twigs. My husband, Rob, and I live in Colorado. Here, you can expect delicious vegan recipes that make you realize that a life without cheese is not only possible but also worth living.

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Summer Recipes

  • vegan chickpea tuna salad in a bowl with a spoon.
    Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad
  • Trader Joe’s Falafel Naan Wrap.
    15-Minute Trader Joe’s Falafel Naan Wrap
  • vegan banana ice cream in a glass; side view
    Vegan Banana Ice Cream
  • side angle of vegan caesar pasta salad in a white bowl.
    Vegan Caesar Pasta Salad
  • crispy vegetable fritters stacked on a plate.
    Crispy Vegetable Fritters
  • homemade Italian vinaigrette in a jar.
    Homemade Italian Vinaigrette

Popular Recipes

  • walnut meat in a bowl next to brown rice
    Easy Walnut Taco Meat
  • vegan sushi bake casserole with the garnishes side view
    Vegan Sushi Bake
  • angle side view of a hand placing a plate of Vegan Grits With Savory Mushrooms and Collard Greens on a table.
    Vegan Grits With Savory Mushrooms and Collard Greens
  • bowl of angel hair pasta salad.
     Angel Hair Pasta Salad
  • bunch of sliced high protein lupini seitan
    High-Protein Lupini Bean Seitan
  • jar of the lemon vinaigrette.
    Easy Lemon Vinaigrette

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