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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

  • vegan sushi bake casserole with the garnishes side view
    Vegan Sushi Bake
  • slices of stacked smoked tofu on a plate
    Smoked Tofu
  • A bowl of creamy orange butternut squash and carrot soup, swirled with white dairy-free cream, topped with dark crispy sage leaves and sprinkled with green pepitas.
    Butternut Squash Carrot Soup
  • slice of vegan pumpkin pie with graham cracker crust
    Vegan Pumpkin Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

Small Plates and Sides

  • Fall Farro Grain Bowl with Butternut Squash and Apples; top view
    Fall Farro Salad
  • side view of two savory vegan zucchini muffin
    Savory Vegan Zucchini Muffins
  • bunch of sliced high protein lupini seitan
    High-Protein Lupini Bean Seitan
  • caesar salad in a bowl with a fork reaching into the bowl
    Vegan Caesar Salad
See more Side Dishes →

Delicious Desserts

  • peanut butter cups in silicone holders on a table. One is removed from the silicone muffin wrap and laying on its side.
    Vegan Peanut Butter Cups
  • vegan apple crisp with ice cream
    Vegan Apple Crisp Recipe
  • high protein overnight pumpkin oats
    High-Protein Overnight Pumpkin Oats
  • side view of vegan lemon poppy seed cupcakes.
    Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes
See more Desserts →

Vegan Pasta Night

  • Close-up overhead shot of deep ruby pomegranate molasses vinaigrette in a white bowl with a spoon lifting the glossy dressing, on a rustic wood surface.
    Pomegranate Vinaigrette (With Pomegranate Molasses)
  • fried sage on a white napkin; top view.
    Crispy Fried Sage Leaves
  • A glass mason jar half filled with creamy pale pink vegan Thousand Island dressing with a small white handwritten label tag reading thousand island, blurred salad and wooden background behind it.
    Vegan Thousand Island Dressing
  • dipping a piece of vegan steak into vegan chinoise fondue
    Fondue Chinoise (Vegan Hot Pot Recipe)

Bowls of Comfort

  • Vegan Sweet Potato and Peanut Stew top view
    Vegan Sweet Potato and Peanut Stew
  • vegan split pea soup with barley and butternut squash in a pot.
    Vegan Split Pea and Barley Soup
  • vegan chicken noodle soup in a bowl.
    Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup
  • 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
See more Soups & Stews →

Salads and Bowls That Satisfy

  • Overhead view of vegan dumpling lasagna with a serving removed, topped with crispy chili, sesame seeds, and green onions, with a red spatula resting in the dish.
    Vegan Dumpling Lasagna
  • Shepherd's Pie in a red dutch oven pan with a spatula taking some out.
    Vegan Shepherd's Pie
  • A black fork goes into a plate of creamy vegan cabbage alfredo topped with cilantro and red pepper flakes, with text reading 'How to Make Vegan Cabbage Alfredo - Delicious & Healthy.
    Vegan Cabbage Alfredo
  • Mexican black beans and rice being spooned from a wooden spoon onto a white plate.
    Mexican Black Beans and Rice

Breakfast Favorites

  • Roasted Garlic and Potato soup in a bowl topped with croutons and chopped parsley. Spoon is in the soup with potato and soup on it.
    Roasted Garlic and Potato Soup
  • Small bowl of creamy vegan tofu mayo with a knife spread beside an open-faced sandwich with the mayo and topped with tomato and sprouts.
    5- Minute Tofu Mayonnaise
  • Top view of Puerto Rican Yellow Rice and Beans in a red dutch oven with a wooden spoon in the rice.
    Puerto Rican Yellow Rice and Beans
  • Cooked lentils and ditalini pasta on a plate with someone putting a bowl of salad down in the background.
    One-Pot Lentil & Ditalini Pasta

Quick and Easy Recipes

  • Bowl of Spanish garlic soup (sopa de ajo) with a spoon in the bowl.
    Sopa de Ajo (Spanish Garlic Soup)
  • Squares of vegan chocolate fudge on a white plate garnished with fresh raspberries.
    Easy Chocolate Fudge (Non-Dairy)
  • plate of mushroom barley pilaf.
    Mushroom-Barley Pilaf
  • Crispy rosemary polenta wedges arranged on a plate with marinara sauce for dipping.
    Rosemary Polenta Wedges

Vegan Dressing, Sauces, Dips, and More

  • Bowl of creamy green broccoli soup on a woven placemat, topped with crispy croutons and breadcrumbs, with a spoon resting in the bowl.
    Vegan Broccoli Soup
  • A close-up of hearty mushroom barley soup in a rustic bowl, topped with sprig of fresh oregano with a napkin on the side.
    Mushroom Barley Soup
  • Overhead view of a bowl of lentil vegetable soup with tomatoes, carrots, zucchini, onions, and greens in a red broth, with a spoon in the soup.
    Lentil Vegetable Soup
  • Close-up of skillet rice and beans with peppers, onions, and mixed beans in a red skillet on a woven trivet.
    Skillet Beans and Rice

Vegan Snacks

  • A plate of vegan asparagus gratin with tender roasted asparagus spears topped with crispy golden breadcrumbs, vegan parmesan, and herbs, served with a fork on a rustic ceramic plate.
    Vegan Asparagus Gratin
  • Sliced vegan lentil loaf in a black loaf pan, topped with a glossy ketchup glaze.
    Lentil Loaf with Sweet & Tangy Glaze
  • Glossy cinnamon raisin bagels on a baking sheet with sliced bagels showing a soft, chewy interior and scattered raisins.
    Cinnamon Raisin Bagels
  • Overhead view of vegan celery root rémoulade with shredded celeriac, capers, parsley, and creamy mustard dressing in a white bowl with spoon.
    Celery Root Rémoulade

Breakfast Recipes

  • Overhead view of cauliflower tabbouleh in a bowl with fresh herbs, tomatoes, and pomegranate seeds, ready to serve.
    Cauliflower Tabbouleh (Grain-Free)
  • Two-Potato Anna on a white plate with a wedge removed, showing crisp layered sweet potatoes and white potatoes.
    Vegan Two-Potato Anna
  • Overhead view of a bowl of vegan lasagna soup with wide lasagna noodles in a tomato-lentil broth, topped with fresh basil and vegan ricotta, with a spoon in the bowl.
    Vegan Lasagna Soup
  • Stack of vegan chocolate chip cookies on a white plate with a glass of plant milk in the background.
    Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cuban and Spanish-Inspired Recipes

  • Collage graphic reading 'Edible Gifts: Vegan & Delicious' with photos of jam-filled cookies, fruit tarts, and a jar of jam with pastries.
    Gifts You Can Eat: Vegan Holiday Recipes for Gifting
  • Overhead view of a Christmas wreath salad on a black round platter, mixed greens arranged in a ring with colorful toppings and a bowl of dark dressing in the center.
    Christmas Wreath Salad
  • Overhead view of a jar filled with candied cinnamon pecans on a linen cloth, with a few pecans scattered nearby.
    Candied Cinnamon Pecans
  • Wooden snack board with apple slices, popcorn, marshmallows, rice crispy treats, and a bowl of dried apricots.
    50 + Chocolate Fondue Dipping Ideas

Mexican-Inspired Recipes

  • Golden, crispy fried shallots cooling on a white plate, ready to use as a crunchy topping or garnish.
    Crispy Shallots
  • A bowl of one-pot lentils and rice garnished with fresh parsley and red pepper pieces, placed on a rustic table with lime slices and a cream-colored napkin beside it.
    One-Pot Lentils and Rice
  • Three Cuban Shortbread Cookies (Torticas de Morón) on a white plate, one topped with a small piece of guava paste in the center.
    Cuban Shortbread Cookies (Torticas de Morón)
  • Bowl of mushroom salad with onions and cherry tomatoes in a tangy dressing, surrounded by crackers, sliced bread, and fresh tomatoes on a cutting board.
    Easy Mushroom Salad

More Veganuary Recipes

  • Hand dipping a piece of rustic bread into a bowl of vibrant red mojo picón sauce, with a spoon resting in the bowl.
    Mojo Picón (Canarian Red Pepper Sauce)
  • top view and partial view of easy vegan nachos in a casserole.
    Easy Vegan Nachos
  • vegan chickpea tuna salad in a bowl with a spoon.
    Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad
  • bowl of Vegan One-Pot Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Meati Chicken
    Vegan Tomato Gnocchi with Meati Chicken
  • Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frosty
    Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frosty
  • sheet pan roasted vegetables on a plate
    Sheet Pan Oven Roasted Vegetables
  • chip dipping into vegan white queso dip (or queso blanco) in a bowl; top view
    Vegan Queso Blanco (White Cheese Dip)
  • vegan bacon bit in a white bowl on a plate surrounded by a mixed salad with bacon bits and red peppers.
    Vegan Bacon Bits
  • side angle of vegan caesar pasta salad in a white bowl.
    Vegan Caesar Pasta Salad
  • top view of Vegan Sun Dried Tomato Pesto in a mason jar with a spoon scooping some.
    Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
  • A plate of golden-brown spinach and artichoke bites made with crescent roll dough, filled with a savory mixture of spinach, artichokes, and sun-dried tomatoes, displayed on a rustic ceramic plate over a wooden surface.
    Spinach and Artichoke Bites
  • top view of vegan butternut squash pie.
     Vegan Butternut Squash Pie 
  • bowl of potatoes with salad.
    Air Fryer Red Potatoes
  • Bowl of cucumber and carrot salad tossed with ginger dressing.
    Cucumber and Carrot Salad with Ginger Dressing
  • bowl of angel hair pasta salad.
     Angel Hair Pasta Salad
  • vegan banana ice cream in a glass; side view
    Vegan Banana Ice Cream
  • Trader Joe’s Falafel Naan Wrap.
    15-Minute Trader Joe’s Falafel Naan Wrap
  • german potato salad in a bowl.
    Vegan German Potato Salad
  • Golden toasted bread topped with melted vegan cheese and fresh basil, served on a wooden board.
    Easy Vegan Cheesy Bread
  • side view of vegan pesto grilled cheese sandwich with tofu on a plate.
    Vegan Pesto Grilled Cheese With Tofu
  • seasoned popcorn on plates.
    7 Homemade Popcorn Seasonings
  • graham cracker dipped into vegan chocolate peanut butter fondue dip; top view
    Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Fondue
  • dippers around vegan chocolate hazelnut fondue
    Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Fondue
  • top view of Vegan Hamburger helper in a bowl with a fork picking some up.
    Vegan Hamburger Helper (Cheeseburger Pasta)
  • side view of vegan spanish paella in a pan with a hand holding a fork digging into the pan.
    Spanish Vegetable Paella
  • Stack of fluffy vegan pancakes topped with blueberries and maple syrup on a ceramic plate.
    Simple Vegan Pancakes
  • A bowl of red lentil soup with lemon, parsley, carrots, and golden broth, with a black spoon resting inside, ready to serve.
    Easy Carrot and Red Lentil Soup
  • Golden Cuban crackers (Galletas Cubanas) on a wooden board, some broken to show their crisp texture, with a piece of guava paste on top of one cracker.
    Cuban Crackers (Galletas Cubanas)
  • Overhead view of a bowl filled with creamy walnut and kale pesto next to a plate of plain spaghetti, ready to be mixed and served.
    Walnut and Kale Pesto
  • A skillet filled with sweet potato and russet hash with red peppers, onions, and herbs. The dish rests on a woven mat with a cream-colored cloth.
    Sweet Potato and Russet Hash
  • A bowl of vibrant green roasted garlic and spinach pesto with a spoon, beside a bowl of spaghetti and fresh spinach leaves on a light napkin.
    Roasted Garlic and Spinach Pesto
  • Close-up of creamy chickpea and sweet potato stew in a red pan with kale, tender chickpeas, and golden sauce. A wooden spoon rests on the edge, ready to serve.
    Creamy Sweet Potato and Chickpeas
  • Golden, flaky pastelitos de guayaba fresh from the oven on a silicone-lined tray, glossy and warm, as a hand lifts the edge to serve.
    Pastelitos de Guayaba (Guava Pastries)
  • Bowl of creamy zucchini soup topped with fresh thyme and golden croutons, served with a spoon on a woven placemat.
    Creamy Zucchini Soup
  • Overhead view of lentil tabbouleh salad in a white bowl with a spoon, showing fresh parsley, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and lentils on a woven placemat.
    Lentil Tabbouleh Salad
  • Close-up of vegan lasagna with marinara and basil. A hand lifts a slice, showing layers of noodles, spinach, and creamy filling.
    Best Vegan Lasagna
  • A red Dutch oven of Cuban black beans and rice with onions, peppers, and herbs. A fork rests inside, with plantains and salad nearby.
    Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans & Rice)
  • Close-up of sliced Cuban bread (pan Cubano) on a wooden cutting board, showing its fluffy, airy crumb and thin, golden crust
    Cuban Bread Recipe — No Lard
  • Close-up of a small white bowl filled with mojo verde, a bright green Canarian sauce made with cilantro, garlic, and olive oil. The bowl sits on a white saucer over a beige cloth with a woven mat in the background.
    Mojo Verde (Canarian Green Sauce)
  • Close-up of Canarian papas arrugadas, small wrinkled potatoes covered in a white salty crust, arranged around two bowls of sauce. One bowl contains bright green mojo verde, and the other holds vivid red mojo rojo
    Papas Arrugadas (Wrinkled Potatoes)
  • Close-up of a golden vegan Spanish tortilla (omelette) on a white plate, sliced into wedges. A spatula lifts one thick slice, showing the layered texture of potatoes and onions inside the firm, golden surface.
    Vegan Spanish Omelette (Spanish Tortilla)
  • A close-up of a bowl filled with creamy vegan rice pudding. The pudding is thick and glossy, with visible tender grains of rice coated in a sauce and sprinkled with ground cinnamon. A spoon rests inside the bowl, and a textured beige cloth lies beside it.
    Vegan Rice Pudding

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  • Overhead view of a bowl of lentil vegetable soup with tomatoes, carrots, zucchini, onions, and greens in a red broth, with a spoon in the soup.
    Lentil Vegetable Soup
  • vegan chicken noodle soup in a bowl.
    Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup
  • side view of Vegan Chocolate Pudding Parfait in a clear glass.
    Vegan Chocolate Pudding Parfait 
  • Overhead view of a bowl of vegan lasagna soup with wide lasagna noodles in a tomato-lentil broth, topped with fresh basil and vegan ricotta, with a spoon in the bowl.
    Vegan Lasagna Soup
  • Sliced vegan lentil loaf in a black loaf pan, topped with a glossy ketchup glaze.
    Lentil Loaf with Sweet & Tangy Glaze
  • A skillet filled with sweet potato and russet hash with red peppers, onions, and herbs. The dish rests on a woven mat with a cream-colored cloth.
    Sweet Potato and Russet Hash

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 Recipe with Savory Mushrooms and 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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