40 Healthy and Tasty Vegan Dinner Recipes
If you’re looking to make a delicious vegan dinner recipe, look no further! I’ve rounded up 40 healthy (and tasty!) vegan dinner recipes for you to try. So, whether you’re looking to make a vegan pasta dish, a simple vegan soup, or anything in between…there’s plenty of options!
Deciding what to make for dinner can be so hard. Sometimes you want something quick and easy or maybe you want something to prep in advance, then sometimes you’re craving something light and other times you want something super filling. Well, this list has an option for all of those! So no matter what kind of vegan dinner you want to make, below you’ll find a recipe that fits your craving.
Let’s dive into the best vegan dinner recipes!
VEGAN DINNER RECIPES
1. Crispy Tofu Bowl
This crispy tofu bowl with an easy chipotle tahini sauce is served along side a bed of quinoa, kale, sweet potatoes and avocado. As soon as you take a bite, you’ll be obsessed with how flavorful and filling it is!
Nourishedwithnatalie.com
2. Easy Vegan Chickpea Curry
Craving a meatless meal? This Vegan Coconut Chickpea Curry is an easy one-pot meal that can be made in less than 30 minutes. The ingredients are simple and minimal prep work is required! {vegan, gluten-free & dairy-free}
Hauteandhealthyliving.com
3. Jackfruit Bolognese
This delicious jackfruit bolognese recipe is a fun meat-free twist on a classic bolognese recipe. If you’ve been looking for jackfruit recipes, you’ll love this jackfruit pasta – it’s ready in 45 minutes and is a healthy vegetarian weeknight meal with a wonderfully deep umami flavor that you’ll love.
bytheforkful.com
4. Tofu ‘Chicken’ Nuggets
Crispy, crunchy, and ridiculously easy, these tofu chicken nuggets are made with simple ingredients and baked in the oven. Plus, the best part? There’s no batter or breading required! Just mix the ingredients, brush with oil, bake, and enjoy.
nourishedwithnatalie.com
5. Easy Vegan Scallops and Garlic Sauce
These rich and flavorful Easy Vegan Scallops are served in a flavorful garlic butter sauce over pasta with sun dried tomatoes and fresh herbs. This dish feels fancy enough for date night or a dinner party, but it’s easy enough for a weeknight meal.
zardyplants.com
6. Vegan Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
These vegan black bean stuffed sweet potatoes have the flavors of Mexico! They’re filled with hearty black beans, corn, peppers, and optional tomatillos. Top them with fresh tomatoes and guacamole for a quick vegan meal.
flavourandsavour.com
7. Vegan Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms
Some dishes are so comforting; they’re like a hug from your kitchen. This creamy Vegan Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms is one of them. Delicious, smooth, and satisfying, it’s the perfect meal for a chilly night.
resplendentkitchen.com
8. Vegan Steak
Tender, flavorful, and protein-packed, this Vegan Steak is easy to make and absolutely delicious. This recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and only requires a few ingredients and some spices to make a super juicy and simple seitan steak.
zardyplants.com
9. Vegan Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Delicious and satisfying vegan stuffed cabbage rolls filled with amaranth, sweet potatoes, and lots of spices and seeds.
whereismyspoon.co
10. Cashew Tofu
This cashew tofu recipe is a play off the famous cashew chicken dish! With roasted cashews, green onions, and a garlic sauce, this recipe tastes just like the takeout version. And with only a few steps, it’s almost as easy as picking up takeout – I promise!
nourishedwithnatalie.com
11. Tofu Salad with Cucumber
This cucumber tofu salad is composed of golden fried tofu, crunchy cucumber, and fresh herbs with a simple dressing. It is a quick, easy, and filling salad for a healthy lunch or dinner.
delightfulplate.com
12. Easy Vegan Meatballs (TVP and Seitan)
These vegan meatballs couldn’t be easier to make and are so meaty, flavorful, and satisfying! They’re oil-free, low-fat, and high in protein thanks to TVP, black beans, and vital wheat gluten. Bonus! These vegan meatballs are made entirely with pantry staples that are easy to keep on hand, so you can whip up a batch in no time!
myquietkitchen.com
13. Chickpea Stir Fry
Chickpea Stir Fry is quick to make in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients. This Chinese-influenced recipe is the perfect plant-based alternative for those who don’t want tofu. Made with onions, red bell peppers, and mushrooms, it’s easy to change up the veggies to make it your own.
veggiessavetheday.com
14. Vegan Gnocchi Bake
Vegan gnocchi bake with a lentil bolognese sauce and creamy bechamel sauce! This baked gnocchi is easy to make and the perfect vegan comfort food.
Rainbownourishments.com
15. Tofu Burrito Bowl
This crispy tofu burrito bowl is paired with an avocado cilantro lime sauce for the ultimate satisfying and delicious meal. It’s basically like Chipotle, but at home! As soon as you take a spoonful, you’ll be wanting to make it every day.
nourishedwithnatalie.com
16. Spicy Black Bean Burger
Baked spicy black bean burgers, made with beans, lentils, and brown rice, are vegan, gluten-free, and simple enough for any day of the week.
Occasionallyeggs.com
17. Sticky Miso Tofu
This Sticky Miso Tofu will turn any tofu skeptic into a tofu lover! Crispy air-fried, oven-baked or pan-fried tofu with a salty-sweet miso maple glaze is addictive and surprisingly easy to make.
theveganlarder.com
18. Brothy Weeknight Butter Beans
These easy stewed butter beans are ready in 30 minutes or less – perfect for a quick dinner on busy weeknights! Serve with crusty bread to sop up this light, cozy broth and add any extra veggies you have on hand.
lifeasastrawberry.com
19. Vegan Spicy Sausage Rice Skillet
This Vegan Spicy Sausage Rice is the ultimate comfort food, with a hearty and flavorful combination of rice, vegan sausage, veggies, and savory spices that will leave you feeling satisfied. Plus, it’s a one-pan meal, which makes cleanup a breeze!
veganhuggs.com
20. Easy Spicy Chinese Eggplant Recipe
This Vegan Easy Spicy Chinese Eggplant Recipe is a delicious and easy way to use up your eggplant crop! A healthier version that the one you get Chinese restaurants, the sweet-and-salty savory sauce is full of umami and ever so good with just a bowl of white rice!
greedygirlgourmet.com
21. Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Enjoy this creamy Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup, the coziest bowl to warm up to on those chilly days. Made from simple ingredients, flavour-packed and loaded with veggies, it’s ready in under 30 minutes. Try it for an easy weeknight dinner!
veganeverytime.com
22. Harissa Chickpea Skillet with Leeks and Carrots
Introducing – Harissa Chickpea Skillet with Leeks and Carrots (vegan), aka the easiest spring inspired recipe. This recipe is made in one skillet in less than 30 minutes with simple ingredients. The harissa adds the best flavor to this meal. It is packed with both plant protein and fiber.
Avocadoskillet.com
23. Spicy Southwest Macaroni and Cheese
This spicy southwest mac and cheese is loaded with flavor and fresh veggies. A Tex Mex pasta dish with whole food ingredients.
spabettie.com
24. Vegan Summer Rolls
Easy Vietnamese inspired vegan summer rolls filled with glazed tempeh, fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs and served with a smoky and sweet harissa peanut butter dipping sauce. These fresh summer rolls are perfect for summer and bringing to a garden party!
addictedtodates.com
25. Kung Pao Tofu
Kung Pao Tofu is a tasty dish that brings the flavors of Chinese cooking right to your kitchen. Imagine soft tofu cubes mixed with crunchy peanuts, fresh veggies, and a sauce that’s the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy. You don’t have to be a master chef to make this dish. All you need are some basic ingredients and a wok or a large pan.
Corriecooks.com
26. Creamy Vegetable Risotto
Risotto is a classic Italian dish that has become a staple at my home. This creamy vegetable risotto recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan.
thehelpfulgf.com
27. Vegan Butter Chickpeas
This easy recipe for Vegan Butter Chicken is a plant-based version of the classic Indian dish that’s completely dairy-free and made with chickpeas! These healthy Indian butter chickpeas are gluten-free, allergy-free, marinated in creamy yogurt and fragrant spices; finished in a single skillet with a tomato-based sauce in just 10 minutes!
strengthandsunshine.com
28. Vermicelli Noodle Salad with Spicy Sesame Dressing
This vermicelli noodle salad is loaded with vegetables, and served with creamy sesame dressing with a nice kick. It is refreshing, satisfying and so easy to whip up together in under 30 minutes.
platesbynat.com
29. Golden Lentils and Rice
Creamy and lightly spiced, golden lentils and rice is like a healthy comfort food! Also vegan, gluten free and a one pot dish!
artofnaturalliving.com
30. Easy Vegan Pasta Bake
This easy Vegan Pasta Bake is flavorful comfort food your whole family will love! Similar in taste and texture to lasagna, but so much easier. This meatless meal is ready in about 45 minutes!
veggieinspired.com
31. Vegan Potato Curry
This simple vegan potato curry recipe combines the earthiness of hearty potatoes with the nuttiness of chickpeas, all simmered in a spiced tomato-based sauce. This chickpea curry, also known as aloo chana curry is delicious served over rice and with naan bread.
intentionallyeat.com
32. Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta
There are many ways to sneak in veggies if you are not keen to them or are cooking for someone who is not. One of the most delicious and satisfying ways is to blend veggies into a pasta sauce. This Vegan Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta with Cashews and Parsley is packed with veggies and delicious.
avocadoskillet.com
33. Easy Rice and Beans
This gluten free black beans and rice recipe has just 8 ingredients and is done in about half an hour! I love rice and beans for a quick vegetarian dinner, and make these black beans in advance often for an even faster meal-prepped dinner. If you have some extra black beans, black bean salsa is great to have around for snacks!
mytherapistcooks.com
34. Vegan Carbonara
This truly is the best vegan carbonara that you’ll taste! Packed full with protein, it’s made with silken tofu and a handful of other ingredients. You’ll be in the kitchen for under 30 minutes and only need one pot. Plus, it can be made ahead of time!
veganpunks.com
35. Vegan Greek Wrap
For a delicious and satisfying plant-based alternative to a traditional meat-based wrap, try this vegan Greek wrap with tofu and tzatziki!
soyaeats.com
36. Roasted Cauliflower Steaks
If you are looking for a delicious and wholesome dish to elevate your taste buds and leave you wanting more, look no further than this Roasted Cauliflower Steaks & Creamy Tahini Sauce. This plant-based recipe combines tender cauliflower steaks roasted in the oven and served with nutty tahini sauce, making it a true culinary treat.
joinyourlife4u.com
37. Teriyaki Udon Noodles
Try my 20-minute Teriyaki Udon Noodles – a quick and easy weeknight favourite! Loaded with tasty sautéed veggies like snow peas, mushrooms, carrots, and vegan ground beef, all mixed with chewy udon noodles in a sweet and salty teriyaki sauce. It’s like bringing takeout right into your kitchen!
veganeverytime.com
38. Creamy Vegan Bean and Eggplant Casserole
A 10-minute creamy vegan bean and eggplant casserole, perfect to have on hand when you want a quick, easy dinner! Give this flavor-packed dish a try one night this week for a great hearty, healthy and completely vegan meal!
healthygreenkitchen.com
39. Tahini Pasta
Easy, rich, and creamy vegan tahini pasta that’s nut-free, dairy-free, and can be gluten-free. The garlicky lemon tahini pasta sauce comes together quickly so it’s an excellent meatless dinner to serve on busy weeknights (you can have the whole dish ready in under 30 minutes!).
delightfuladventures.com
40. Lemon Pea Orzo
Light, lemony, and bursting with spring flavor, this lemon pea orzo with zucchini is the kind of dish you’ll want to make on repeat. It’s creamy, fresh, vibrant, and comes together in under 30 minutes.
And there’s 40 delicious and healthy vegan dinner recipes. If you try any from this list make sure to let me know how it is by commenting below!
Love seeing all these great recipes in one post. Can’t wait to try a lot of them! Thank you!
Let me know if you give any a try!