Get inspiration from our vegan main dishes for your next lunch or dinner. Lasagna, casseroles, burgers, pasta, stir-fry, pizza, and more.
This vegan moussaka is the best you will ever have! It features layers of roasted eggplant slices, a hearty tomato-based ragu sauce with vegan ground meat, and a creamy white bechamel, and is baked to perfection. I have always loved moussaka. The layers of flavors and textures are truly comforting. However, the classic recipe includes…
Get ready to try these tasty vegan chickpea meatballs! Each bite bursts with smoky, savory goodness that will bring you back for more. These delicious appetizers are perfect for any gathering and impress your guests, leaving them begging for the recipe. Meatballs are a quintessential dish in a vegan diet. The best way to eat…
Can you put hummus on pizza? Absolutely. Mediterranean ingredients like olives, feta cheese, cherry tomato, and fresh basil go perfectly with hummus pizza. You can try it now and make your regular pizza night a Mediterranean feast. Hummus is not only a delicious appetizer to dip your pita bread in. It is so much more….
If you have been craving falafel but cannot decide which of the many possible sides to enjoy it with, this falafel bowl is a perfect choice! It combines five delicious Mediterranean recipes to create a filling meal you can easily make in advance and throw together for a quick lunch or dinner. The best part…
Make this amazing butternut squash curry by combining sweet, nutty butternut squash with a mix of aromatic spices and coconut milk. You will have a delightful dish that is easy to make and can be batch-cooked anytime. It is comfort food at its finest. If you want to add more tasty curries to your weekly…
These roasted butternut squash steaks are sweet, bold, and oh-so-delicious. With a handful of pantry basics, this recipe is all about simplicity and taste. They are heavenly served with my creamy polenta. Craving more butternut squash delights? You’re in for a treat! Dive into butternut squash Wellington, Mediterranean stuffed butternut squash, or this creamy butternut squash…
This easy-to-make hoisin tofu packs sweet and savory flavors and a crispy, sticky texture so good your family will think you ordered takeout! This delicious recipe comes together in just 25 minutes using simple pantry staples. The tofu is hand-torn and then pan-fried, giving it a soft and tender inside and a crispy, crunchy outside!…
A perfect tofu steak is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. It is seasoned with a spicy, smoked steak marinade and grilled to perfection, resulting in charcoaled stripes. The tofu steak is served with a refreshing chimichurri sauce, baked baby potatoes, and garlicky roasted asparagus,…
These rice paper spring rolls have a crispy texture and a savory, delicious veggie filling with marinated shredded tofu. Plus, they’re completely vegan too! Finding the perfect vegan spring roll recipe can be challenging, but I assure you that this one is delicious. The marinated shredded tofu adds a lot of flavor, and the crispy…
This jackfruit stew is a hearty and filling vegan beef stew that is the best way to use canned jackfruit. It is a warm and steamy bowl of this delicious vegan comfort food that is perfect for a cozy night in. I love how comforting and flavorful a good stew can be. This vegan version…
This vegan butternut squash risotto is aromatic, creamy, and rich without using any dairy products. The combination of arborio rice, sweet butternut squash, fresh green peas, and the crunch of roasted pine nuts makes it a truly satisfying dish. Risotto can be a tricky dish to prepare, but this recipe simplifies the process without compromising…
This vegan Philly cheesesteak recipe features pan-fried shredded oyster mushrooms. They have a perfect beefy texture and a delicious meaty flavor that will make you forget you are not eating beef. I love a good vegan version of a classic dish, and this recipe for a Philly cheesesteak sandwich is no exception. It is a…
This vegan tikka masala recipe features a rich, creamy, tomato-based curry sauce that is ready in less than 20 minutes. Learn how to make it with mushrooms, cauliflower, tofu, or chickpeas. It is sometimes hard to believe that such a delicious curry can be ready in such a short time. But try it once and…
This pesto tofu pasta recipe brings you an incredibly flavorful dish with very little effort. The star is the sun-dried tomato pesto sauce that only takes 5 minutes to make. Paired with some marinated tofu, this vegan tofu pesto pasta can be made from scratch in just 30 minutes. I have been trying to incorporate…
This miso soba noodles recipe combines an easy, no-cook spicy tahini miso sauce with soba noodles, crispy tofu bites, and roasted asparagus for a delicious vegan family meal. I love a good sauce, and this spicy tahini miso sauce is one of my favorites. It is so versatile, and I have used it in my…
This harissa tahini pasta takes only 20 minutes to make, requires minimal ingredients, and is packed with flavors. The tahini creates a rich and creamy sauce, while the harissa adds a spicy kick. Serve it with some roasted asparagus and sauté spinach for a quick and delicious meal. It is not always easy to find…
This vegan fried chicken is made with oyster mushrooms which make it perfectly golden brown and crispy on the outside and meaty on the inside. This is the best plant-based take on a classic Southern dish! As a vegan, I often struggle to find plant-based recipes that remind me of my favorite non-vegan comfort foods….
These oyster mushroom tacos are the best vegan alternative to meat strips. They are easy, meatless, and packed with flavor, making them the perfect choice for a meatless Taco Tuesday. I love how versatile mushrooms are! There are so many great ways to enjoy them, and these tacos are a must-try. The mushrooms are marinated…
This TVP taco meat recipe is the best meaty vegan alternative to taco meat. It mimics the texture and flavor of ground beef for tacos perfectly, thanks to rehydrated TVP and homemade taco seasoning mix. TVP taco meat is so versatile and recreates both the texture and the taste of ground beef perfectly. If you…
These vegan chicken patties feature a crispy crust seasoned with herbs and a flavor-packed crumbly texture inside. They are great with dips or added to burgers, sliders, or sandwiches. Vegan chicken patties are incredibly crispy and can be used in so many different ways. I love using them to make vegan chicken parmesan or vegan…
This watermelon soup recipe is not your average soup; it is a cold, refreshing, sweet-savory summer soup. It is gazpacho-style, raw, unstrained, and chilled, making it great to cool down on a hot summer day. This raw watermelon soup is like a refreshing smoothie. The raw fruit and the raw veggies can vitalize you with…
These vegan wings will fool even the most devout meat-eaters with their hot and sticky outside and meaty texture on the inside. Made using oyster mushrooms, they are the very best meatless vegan chicken wings you will ever have. I have always loved meatless recipes that are not just about vegetables. This recipe really tricks…
This one-pot ratatouille is how the classic French Provencal stew is cooked. It is ready in 30 minutes, full of colorful veggies, and is naturally vegan. Ratatouille is a classic dish, and while most people know it as baked from the movie “Ratatouille”, it is actually cooked like a stew. If you want to try…
This oyster mushroom noodle stir fry is the perfect recipe for a quick and easy vegan meal. It is ready in just 30 minutes and is packed with flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Stir-fries are a great way to enjoy a quick and healthy meal. This oyster mushroom noodle stir…
This pad woon sen is a vegan take on the classic Thai glass noodle stir fry dish. It features all the classic flavors of pad woon sen, from the sweet and salty sauce to the variety of vegetables included. It is not always easy to find meatless versions of classic dishes. This pad woon sen…
This vegan chickpea shakshuka is a thick, hearty chickpea and tomato-based stew with plant-based eggs that is ready in under 30 minutes. It is a perfect way to enjoy a delicious Middle Eastern breakfast. The term “shakshuka” literally stands for “mixture.” Traditionally, it is a dish of poached eggs in a thick, spicy tomato and…
This vegan chicken salad has the flavors and textures of traditional chicken salad but without any animal products. It takes 20 minutes to make it and king oyster mushrooms provide a meaty texture that is simply delicious. Getting the flavor and textures of chicken salad with a vegan recipe has always been challenging. After experimenting…
This vegan chicken sandwich features a delicious combination of vegan chicken strips made with marinated oyster mushrooms, tikka masala sauce, and fresh greens. It is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is not easy to find a vegan sandwich that is both healthy and delicious. But with…
This crispy tofu recipe will give you the most delicious, crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside tofu. I have shared 4 different cooking methods and their results in this recipe so you can pick the one you prefer the most. There are 11 ways to cook tofu and I have tested out the 4 most popular methods to make…
This delicious and flavorful vegan sausage recipe uses minced frozen tofu and a powerful blend of seasonings to create “meaty” sausages that your taste buds will not forget. The best part? No pre-cooking is required, and this tofu sausage is super versatile, intense, and chewy. Believe it or not this recipe was a happy accident. It…
This Hungarian mushroom stew is an authentic, comforting, and easy dish, which is very popular. It is a typical light dinner served with nokedli dumplings. I show you how me and my Hungarian family makes it every time. The trick to the best texture for the mushrooms in this Hungarian stew is to start by…
This vegan barbacoa is so flavorful and delicious that you will not be able to tell the difference from the real thing! In this easy Copycat Chipotle recipe, king oyster mushrooms are shredded and tossed in a flavorful sauce to create a juicy and tender dish that you can use in various ways. I love…
This authentic Hungarian goulash recipe has been passed down generations and is, by far, the easiest way to make this comforting stew at home with pantry-staple ingredients. This is EXACTLY how me and my Hungarian family eats it every time. Goulash is quite simple to prepare once you get the hang of it. But the…
Looking for a copycat Chipotle veggie bowl recipe that truly recreates this iconic takeout at home but just cannot seem to? Trust me, I get you but this recipe is so good I fooled my friends into thinking I got it from Chipotle! Except, it tastes even better and costs a fraction of the price…
If you have been looking a tender, juicy “meat” that goes great in any recipe that calls for bee, you will not want to pass up this recipe calling for king oyster mushrooms. To get the perfect shredded beef texture, there is nothing better then using a fork to pull king oyster mushrooms apart into…
This vegan Mexican rice casserole recipe is how I realized just how tasty a vegan rice casserole dish can be. It tastes meaty enough for even meat lovers to enjoy. But the best part is that it is ready in just 30 minutes which has made it a go-to weeknight meal at our place! Have…
These flavorful black bean fajitas are a delicious, vegetarian way to enjoy one of the most popular Tex-Mex dishes! Made with black beans, freshly seasoned veggies, and a colorful medley of toppings, this easy fajita recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Requiring less than 30 minutes to prepare, they will be hot, fresh, and…
If you love Chipotle Sofritas but do not know how to recreate this plant-based protein dish at home, this recipe is here to help. It has that same meaty texture, smoky and slightly spicy flavor, and the convenience of making it cheaply at home. For vegans, sofritas is such a blessing. Ever since it came…
These flavorful vegan fajitas use marinated oyster mushrooms instead of the traditional chicken to help create an irresistible Mexican-inspired dish that you can serve up in various ways! Enjoy them with your favorite fajita toppings or Mexican side dishes for an easy dinner that the whole family will love! With a meaty texture similar to…
This 20-minute fajita bowl is the perfect answer to your needs for a quick yet flavorful and nutritious weeknight dinner! This easy recipe combines seasoned oyster mushrooms with colorful fajita veggies, two types of Mexican rice, a delicious corn salsa, creamy guacamole, zesty vegan Chipotle mayo, and a side of crisp lettuce to create an…
