These vegan recipes prove plant-based cooking can be hearty, flavorful, and satisfying enough to impress even the biggest meat-lovers.

Irresistibly smooth garlic hummus

A bowl of hummus garnished with chickpeas, olive oil, herbs, and spices, surrounded by fresh parsley and a small bowl of chickpeas on a marble surface—a delicious plant-based option for vegan recipes and meat-eaters alike.
Irresistibly smooth garlic hummus. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Dive into the irresistible creaminess of Smooth Garlic Hummus! This recipe unveils the secret to achieving the ultimate smooth texture and robust flavor using dried chickpeas. With a simple process and quality ingredients, you’ll create a hummus that will exceed your expectations.
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Fattoush Salad

A bowl of vegan fattoush salad with chopped lettuce, red cabbage, cucumber, tomato, radish, cauliflower, pita chips, and fresh mint leaves—a fresh option that even meat-eaters will love.

Fresh and easy, this Fattoush Salad is delicious as a side dish or a light lunch. This healthy salad recipe is anything but boring with a ton of veggies and a tangy, lemony, mint dressing.
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Sauteed cabbage with peppers

A plate with mashed potatoes and meat on it.
Sauteed cabbage with peppers. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Russian sauteed cabbage is cooked in a smoky onion, tomato and pepper sauce, until it is silky, glistening and melting in your mouth.
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Easy Vegan Crepes

three pink vegan crepes on a white plate with chocolate, strawberries and banana on them and coffee in a french press behind them.
Easy Vegan Crepes. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Easy to make, these eggless crepes are thin, light, and delicious drizzled with chocolate sauce. The perfect brunch recipe.
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The perfect rice pilaf

Rice pilaf in copper saucepan.
The perfect rice pilaf. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect rice pilaf. This old-fashioned dish is packed with aromatic rice, vegetables, and spices, is a delightful choice to elevate your dinner to new heights.
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Lebanese baba ganoush recipe

Baba ganoush on a plate with pomegranate seeds, parsley.
Lebanese baba ganoush recipe. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Experience the authentic taste of Lebanese baba ganoush. This recipe offers a delicious and easy way to savor the beloved Middle Eastern eggplant dip, with a beautiful new presentation.
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Roasted maple root vegetables

Roasted carrots, beets and Brussels sprouts on a tinfoil lined pan topped with sesame seeds.
Roasted maple root vegetables. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Tossed in a maple ginger dressing and roasted to caramelized perfection, these paleo-roasted root vegetables are the perfect side dish!
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Russian Vinaigrette Salad (Root Vegetable Salad)

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Russian Vinaigrette Salad (Root Vegetable Salad). Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Experience the nostalgia of old-fashioned recipes with Russian Vinaigrette Salad. This classic dish combines root vegetables, pickles, and dill for a delightful and traditional addition to your recipe collection.
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Indian-style Okra curry recipe (Bhindi Masala Gravy)

A black bowl filled with vegetables on a table.
Indian-style Okra curry recipe (Bhindi Masala Gravy). Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

This Indian-style Bhindi Masala Gravy (Okra Curry) recipe is an easy, slime-free stir fry of fresh okra with onions and tomatoes that has a mild, soft heat and a warm earthy aroma.
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Fennel and Mango Slaw

Overhead of fennel mango slaw in bowl.
Fennel and Mango Slaw. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Elevate your slaw game with this unique recipe that combines the crunch of fennel and the sweetness of mango. The perfect side dish to complement any meal.
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Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos – Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains

A plate of fried bananas on a marble table.
Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos – Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Platanos maduros fritos are ripe sweet plantain slices, fried to perfection on the outside and tender in the middle. The ultimate Colombian breakfast side dish!
Get the Recipe: Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos – Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains

General Tso’s Tofu

Glazed tofu cubes with sesame seeds and chives on rice, accompanied by steamed broccoli.
General Tso’s Tofu. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

General Tso’s Tofu is a popular Chinese dish that consists of deep-fried cubes of tofu in a sweet and spicy sauce.
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Easy Spinach Mushroom Rice Recipe (Vegan Friendly)

A bowl of rice mixed with mushrooms, spinach, and herbs.
Easy Spinach Mushroom Rice Recipe (Vegan Friendly). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This spinach mushroom rice recipe is easy to prepare, bursting with flavors, and offers a nutritious twist to regular rice dishes.
Get the Recipe: Easy Spinach Mushroom Rice Recipe (Vegan Friendly)

Sauteed-rainbow-chard

Side view of white bean salad in bowl with tongs.
Sauteed-rainbow-chard. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Cooking sauteed rainbow chard is incredibly simple, and this 3-ingredient sauteed rainbow chard is my go-to easy low-carb side dish recipe.
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