Plant-based cooking has never tasted this good. These vegan recipes prove you don’t need meat or dairy to create dishes that are rich, satisfying, and full of flavor — even skeptics will go back for seconds.

Delightfully Chewy Gluten-Free Lemon Cookies

Delightfully Chewy Gluten-Free Lemon Cookies. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Sweet, tangy, and irresistibly delicious, these vegan Gluten-Free Lemon Cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while catering to dietary needs.
Get the Recipe: Delightfully Chewy Gluten-Free Lemon Cookies

Chai Rice Pudding

A bowl of brown rice pudding topped with blueberries sits on a striped cloth next to a spoon, cinnamon sticks, and another bowl—perfect inspiration for those seeking delicious vegan recipes.
Chai Rice Pudding. Photo credit: Sage Alpha Gal.

This chai rice pudding recipe is a creamy fusion of your favorite chai latte flavors and comforting rice pudding. It’s healthy enough for breakfast, decadent enough for a simple dessert, and ready in just 15 minutes using an Instant Pot!
Get the Recipe: Chai Rice Pudding

Vegan Butter Cookies

Nine round, intricately patterned cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, with slight variations in color indicating different levels of browning.
Vegan Butter Cookies. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

To make these Vegan Butter Cookies, I found ingredient substitutes that produced a dairy and animal product-free cookie. The biggest difference with mouthfeel was these vegan cookies were more crunchy than chewy.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Butter Cookies

Vegan Nutella

A slice of bread with dairy free chocolate hazelnut spread on it.
Vegan Nutella. Photo credit: Sage Alpha Gal.

Do you love Nutella’s rich chocolate and hazelnut flavor but need a dairy-free option? Here’s how to make vegan Nutella that’s alpha-gal friendly while packing more protein and less refined sugar than the original.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Nutella

Air Fryer Banana Chips

A white bowl filled with golden-brown fried plantain chips, perfect for vegan recipes, with a bottle of oil and a small bowl of salt in the background.
Air Fryer Banana Chips. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

These crispy chips are made with ripe bananas and a light dusting of salt, offering a satisfying crunch without all the calories of traditional potato chips. They’re a great way to satisfy your cravings for a salty snack while enjoying the benefits of nutritious fruit.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Banana Chips

Easy Homemade Avocado Maki Sushi Rolls (Vegan!)

A plate of sushi rolls with avocado filling on a rectangular dish. A small plate with ginger and wasabi, and a halved avocado are beside it.
Easy Homemade Avocado Maki Sushi Rolls (Vegan!). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Love sushi but don’t feel like going out to sushi restaurants? Making your own avocado maki rolls at home is easier than you think!
Get the Recipe: Easy Homemade Avocado Maki Sushi Rolls (Vegan!)

Scallion Pancakes

Flaky and crispy Chinese scallion pancakes on a black plate.
Scallion Pancakes. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Scallion pancakes are made with scallions, flour, water, and oil, then pan-fried until golden brown.
Get the Recipe: Scallion Pancakes

Lemon Poppy Seed Granola

Lemon Poppy Seed Granola. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This easy granola recipe is super flavorful, delicious and healthy! I first created this Lemon Poppy Seed Granola three years ago, and have made it several times since. I’m so excited to be finally sharing it with you! This fun vegan granola makes a great breakfast cereal with milk or on its own as a grab and go snack or hiking accompaniment!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Poppy Seed Granola

Authentic Hunan Tofu Recipe (Stir-fry In Hunan-style)

Spicy and savory Hunan-style tofu stir-fry on a plate with a pair of silver chopsticks.
Authentic Hunan Tofu Recipe (Stir-fry In Hunan-style). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Hunan tofu is characterized by its bold and spicy flavor profile, with the tofu serving as a mild base to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
Get the Recipe: Authentic Hunan Tofu Recipe (Stir-fry In Hunan-style)

Korean Purple Rice Recipe (Easy Rice Cooker Version)

A bowl of mixed white and purple rice with a wooden spoon on the side.
Korean Purple Rice Recipe (Easy Rice Cooker Version). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Korean purple rice, also known as “Heukmi Bap,” is a striking dish with a beautiful purple hue and a delightful nutty flavor.
Get the Recipe: Korean Purple Rice Recipe (Easy Rice Cooker Version)

Simple Stir Fry Cauliflower Recipe: Sichuan Style

Stir-fried cauliflower with mushrooms, dried red chilies, and green onions on a white plate.
Simple Stir Fry Cauliflower Recipe: Sichuan Style. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Stir fry cauliflower is a quick and easy recipe with many flavors. It is a balance of sweet flavor, spiciness, and crunch.
Get the Recipe: Simple Stir Fry Cauliflower Recipe: Sichuan Style

Air Fryer Zucchini

Air Fryer Zucchini. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This easy, healthy Air Fryer Zucchini squash recipe is packed with flavor for the perfect side dish, appetizer or snack. Naturally vegan, keto and gluten-free.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Zucchini

Three Sisters Soup

Three Sisters Soup. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This delicious recipe is my spin on a Three Sisters Soup. Three Sisters refers to a companion planting technique used for planting beans, corn, and squash together. This easy, healthy, and delicious version uses crookneck squash, pinto beans, sweet corn, and the beautiful flavor of sage to tie it all together!
Get the Recipe: Three Sisters Soup

Instant Pot Chipotle Peruano Beans

Instant Pot Chipotle Peruano Beans. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

These creamy, buttery, tender Peruvian beans are super simple, healthy and easy to make. Spiced with ground chipotle pepper powder, these pressure cooker beans are filled with a deep, smoky flavor that accommodates a variety of dishes.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chipotle Peruano Beans

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)

Fresh Pineapple Ginger Juice Recipe: Healthy Homemade

Refreshing and healthy juice made with sweet pineapple and spicy ginger in a glass with a blue color straw.
Fresh Pineapple Ginger Juice Recipe: Healthy Homemade. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Pineapple ginger juice is a refreshing and flavorful drink that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with the spicy kick of ginger.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Pineapple Ginger Juice Recipe: Healthy Homemade

Asian Cucumber Tomato Salad: Easy And Refreshing

A bowl of salad with diced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and lemon slices, topped with sesame seeds and herbs.
Asian Cucumber Tomato Salad: Easy And Refreshing. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Asian cucumber tomato salad is a delightful fusion of crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a burst of Asian flavors.
Get the Recipe: Asian Cucumber Tomato Salad: Easy And Refreshing

Easy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets Recipe (Vegan Friendly)

Cubed tofu garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, served on a plate with a bowl of red dipping sauce, topped with sesame seeds.
Easy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets Recipe (Vegan Friendly). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Air fryer tofu nuggets are crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Plus, they’re also vegan-friendly.
Get the Recipe: Easy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets Recipe (Vegan Friendly)

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