There are plenty of delicious vegan recipes out there, but if you’re new to the vegan lifestyle, you may not know where to start. In order to make sure you don’t pass up anything amazing, here are three of our favorite vegan recipes that are so good even your non-vegan friends will love them! If these whet your appetite and make you crave some more creative vegan dishes, check out our list of delicious vegan recipes to try with your family this weekend or our list of healthy vegan recipes on the go! You can never have too many tasty vegan recipes in your collection!
Vegan Hash
This hearty dish is full of healthy veggies and protein from walnuts and quinoa. Quinoa is one of my favorite plant-based protein sources because it’s so easy to cook, has a mild flavor, and goes well in all kinds of dishes. One serving contains 12 grams of protein (that’s 36 percent of your daily value!). Walnuts are also super good for you—they contain heart-healthy omega-3 fats. And yes, I did say that there’s butter in here. What can I say? Sometimes life needs butter. It will add tons of flavor to what would otherwise be an okay dish.
Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
Vegan desserts can be just as delectable and satisfying as their animal-based counterparts but require a slightly different approach. This recipe is simple enough that it’s perfect for baking beginners. The simplicity of peanut butter cookies also makes them ideal for when you need to whip something up in a pinch. You might find that once you try making them yourself, you won’t even want to go back to store-bought peanut butter cookies again. Be sure to use vegan chocolate chips!
Easy Vegan Pizza
Use store-bought pizza dough or make your own using one of these easy recipe options. Sprinkle two tablespoons of cornmeal on a baking sheet, roll out a dough ball until it’s about ten inches in diameter, and set it on top of the cornmeal. Top however you like, bake for 20 minutes at 400 degrees F, and enjoy! This is a great way to get some pizza fixings onto hungry vegans—or non-vegans who want to experiment and give vegan cuisine a try.
Homemade Vegan Ranch Dressing
This ranch-style dressing is perfect for salads and dipping vegetables. Try it on top of a salad, in a grilled cheese sandwich, or on potato wedges. It’s a great alternative to store-bought brands that are full of questionable ingredients. Bonus: you can use it as a dip for veggies like carrots, cucumbers, red pepper slices, and even asparagus! Make sure to check out our other homemade salad dressings too—you’ll never go back to store-bought again. Just be careful not to eat too much; they’re incredibly addicting!
Dairy-Free Pasta Salad
This flavorful, vegan recipe uses all-natural ingredients to recreate a classic, cream-based pasta salad. Filled with olives, cucumbers, and peppers, it makes for an ideal lunch on a hot summer day or a potluck dish. As an added bonus, it’s also gluten-free and doesn’t contain any animal products, making it perfect for vegans and vegetarians alike. Vegan BBQ Ribs: When you’re in need of some hearty grub on a Saturday night, you can’t go wrong by whipping up these homemade BBQ ribs from scratch. They require minimal prep time but are packed with mouthwatering flavor thanks to classic spices like paprika and oregano; they’ll be sure to satisfy even hardcore meat eaters at your next cookout!
Summing Up
Vegan protein powder is a great way to meet your daily needs for protein without eating meat. Because it’s both versatile and convenient, it’s easy to include in any diet. Choosing a few of these recipes will help you use up that tub of vanilla protein powder in no time. Whether you prefer traditional flavors or something more adventurous, there’s sure to be something here for every palate. So dig in and enjoy!