15 Easy Vegan Recipes for Beginners (2024)

Couscous with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomato

Chewy pearl couscous is the star of this Mediterranean-inspired dish. Black olives and sun-dried tomatoes add bursts of briny, acidic flavor, while pine nuts create an irresistible crunch.

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Ultimate Tofu Breakfast Burrito Bowls

Great for breakfast or dinner, these hearty bowls will keep you full for hours. Scrambled tofu takes the place of eggs, using a dash of turmeric to get that distinct yellow hue.

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Vegan Red Lentil Soup

Red lentils and butternut squash cook down in a spiced coconut milk broth for this creamy soup. "Run, don't walk, to buy the ingredients to make this," raves Chari Campbell. "This is the BEST soup I've found on this site!"

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Black Bean and Corn Salad

Doubling as a side and a main when tossed over some greens or stuffed in a tortilla, this colorful salad is ready in a flash. If you have extra time, make this dish ahead to give time for the flavors to meld.

Vegan Black Bean Burgers

You'll never buy frozen veggie burgers again after whipping up a batch of these tasty patties. The secret ingredient is seafood seasoning for an extra kick.

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Spicy Vegan Potato Curry

Using a world of spices, this creamy curry packs a punch of flavor. Serve over steamed basmati rice, or scoop up with a batch of vegan naan bread.

Easy Guacamole

Nothing brightens up a burrito or a basket of chips quite like a scoop of creamy guacamole. Remember to store with plastic wrap on the surface before serving to avoid any browning.

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Quinoa Tabbouleh

Traditionally made with bulgur, this classic Middle Eastern dish gets a gluten-free makeover thanks to quinoa. Try serving with falafel and hummus for a complete meal.

Insanely Easy Vegetarian Chili

Get your daily dose of veggies in this colorful vegan chili. Reviewer JINGSHI says, "I am amazed by how flavorful and hearty this chili is considering how easy it is to prepare."

Baked Tofu Bites

With a marinade that's sweet, salty, and smoky, this tofu will become your next go-to vegan protein source. Toss the baked tofu onto salads, stuff in sandwiches, or just eat as-is with your favorite dipping sauces.

Vegan Cupcakes

Baking without eggs or dairy doesn't have to be complicated. This basic vegan cupcake recipe is easy to make and you can switch out the extract for whatever flavor you prefer.

Vegan Bean Taco Filling

Taco Tuesday will never be the same after cooking this flavorful filling recipe. Spiced black beans are cooked down with onions and bell peppers before being thickened with a dash of cornmeal.

Vegan Mug Cake

For when you're craving something sweet and don't want to wait on a whole cake to bake, this is the recipe for you. Vegan chocolate chips add a gooey texture, perfectly offset by a sprinkling of crunchy toasted coconut.

Easy Vegan Pasta with Kale and Chickpeas

This recipe transforms a handful of basic ingredients into a wow-worthy dinner. Pasta is seasoned with garlic and nutritional yeast before being tossed with wilted kale and chewy chickpeas.

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Ginger Veggie Stir-Fry

Skip the takeout and instead throw together this simple, yet delicious, stir-fry. Tossed in a garlic-ginger sauce, the veggies are cooked until just crisp tender for the perfect texture.

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