Healthy vegan recipes (2024)

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Nutritious, plant-based vegan recipes that are packed with goodness - from breakfasts and snacks to dinner dishes such as curries, soups and stir-fries

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A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.41 ratings
As well as being tasty, this aubergine and artichoke is low fat, low calorie and cost effective. Make a large batch and eat it cold the next day
Slow-cooker chickpea stew
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.4 ratings
Enjoy the depth of flavour that comes with slow-cooking our chickpea stew. Serve with couscous for a healthy, low-fat, high-fibre dinner
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.33 ratings
Make a batch of this stew at the weekend, then chill or freeze it in portions for easy midweek lunches. See our different toppings to keep it interesting
A star rating of 5 out of 5.12 ratings
Get organised for the week ahead and make this soup on a Sunday – it keeps well in the fridge. We’ve packed in the veg, along with red lentils to add protein
Mushroom tacos
A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating
For a healthy vegan dinner that's high in protein and fibre, give these spicy mushroom tacos a go. The taco shells are made with chickpea flour, which keeps them gluten-free
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A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings
Combine sweet, sticky, spicy fried tofu with puy lentils, coriander and chilli for a fibre-packed dish
Vegan squash stew
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.5 ratings
Serve this hearty, healthy vegan stew for a comforting winter dinner. It's packed with vitamin C and contains all five of your five-a-day
Goan-style vegetable curry with kitchari
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.33 ratings
Eat all 5 of your 5-a-day in one delicious curry, served with brown rice and lentils. It's healthy, vegan, gluten-free and provides vitamin C and iron, too.
Vegan bolognese
A star rating of 4 out of 5.27 ratings
Try our hearty vegan bolognese for a quick, healthy and satisfying dinner. Our simple pasta dish packs in four of your 5-a-day and it's even low-fat
A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings
Harissa adds colour and warmth to this vegan midweek pasta dish, with fried cauliflower, green olives and parsley. Add more harissa, if you like it spicy
Vegan burrito bowl
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.3 ratings
This nourishing rice bowl is topped with spicy black beans, sweetcorn, avocado and lime. It's packed with fibre, counts as 4 of your 5-a-day and is low in saturated fat.
Chocolate chia pudding
A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.42 ratings
Make a tasty, healthy chocolate pudding in just five minutes. It's low-calorie and vegan, too, and the chia seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids
Vegan paella
A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.6 ratings
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Achieve four of your 5-a-day with this vegan paella – it makes a satisfying yet low-calorie supper. We’ve included broad beans, a valuable source of plant protein
Slow-cooker pumpkin soup
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
Put in a little effort the night before and you can have a velvety soup ready as a starter for a special dinner with guests. This recipe serves six generously
Ponzu tofu poke bowl
A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings
Use silken tofu to make this flavourful poke bowl. It's similar to a Japanese dish called ‘hiyayakko’, which is usually enjoyed at the height of summer
A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings
Serve this light yet comforting stew for a low-fat plant-based dinner. Chickpeas and green veg are cooked in a fragrant sauce made with coconut and ginger
Roasted cauli-broc bowl with tahini hummus
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.29 ratings
A simple quinoa bowl you can put together in 10 minutes and enjoy al-desko. It's vegan, healthy and gluten-free
Veggie tahini lentils
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.42 ratings
Quick, easy and packed with healthy veg, this is a great midweek meal for vegans and veggies
Vegan chickpea curry jacket potatoes
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.81 ratings
Get some protein into a vegan diet with this tasty chickpea curry jacket. It's an easy midweek meal, or filling lunch that packs a lot of flavour.
Easy vegan tacos
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.20 ratings
Make these tasty vegan tacos with a smoky-sweet salsa and pack in all of your 5-a-day in one meal. Kiwi brings a moreish, fruity dimension to the salsa
A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.37 ratings
This healthy, vegan pasta dish is ready in under 20 minutes. It's low calorie and provides 3 of your 5-a-day along with fibre, vitamin C and iron.
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.5 ratings
Enjoy this refreshing taco salad on a warm evening when you’re craving something quick, fresh and crunchy, or as a side for a Mexican-style feast
A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.14 ratings
This vegan salad makes a healthy and filling meal, providing 4 of your 5-a-day. Enjoy hearty quinoa, creamy avocado and juicy griddled peaches
Avocado panzanella
A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.29 ratings
With just 20 minutes preparation and no cooking time you'll be able to whip up this colourful avocado and bread salad in no time

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How to do the 7 day vegan challenge? ›

Here's how you get started: Make a commitment to yourself to not eat meat, poultry, seafood, dairy or eggs for 1 week. Choose the days you want to do it (you can start tomorrow if you like!). Then add your name to the list of challengers.

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What does a well rounded vegan diet look like? ›

Vegan shopping list. A healthy vegan diet should contain a variety of whole grains, proteins, healthy fats, and fruits and vegetables. Foods like nuts, seeds, legumes, soy products, and nutritional yeast can all help boost your protein intake throughout the day.

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How healthy are vegan ready meals? ›

Plant-based (vegan) ready meals tend to contain fewer calories than meat-based ready meals, so could be healthier for you. Always try to check the labels on ready meals to see their nutritional content. Traffic light labelling can be a helpful way to make healthier choices.

What foods are 100% vegan? ›

A vegan diet is based on plants (such as vegetables, grains, nuts and fruits) and foods made from plants. Vegans do not eat foods that come from animals, including dairy products and eggs.

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Is Peanut Butter vegan? ›

The bottom line. Most types of peanut butter are free of animal products and can be enjoyed as part of a vegan diet. However, some varieties are made in facilities that also process animal products or contain refined sugar that was produced using bone char or non-vegan ingredients like honey or fish oil.

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How much weight can you lose in 2 weeks on a vegan diet? ›

Eating a vegan diet is associated with a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer. This vegan weight loss meal plan also sets you up to lose a healthy 1 to 2 pounds per week.

How much weight will I lose if I go vegan for a week? ›

Vegan diet to lose weight

Studies have shown that a vegan diet can reduce your weight by an average of 5.6 pounds in 18 weeks, or less or more than a third of a pound per week!

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How can a vegan lose 20 pounds? ›

Losing Weight on a Plant-Based, Vegan Diet: Tips for Success

Master the Concept of Calorie Density.
Cut Out Added Oil.
Load Half Your Plate With Nonstarchy Veggies.
Avoid Liquid Calories.
Eat Lots of Fiber-Rich Foods.
Watch Out for Vegan Junk Foods.
Get Moving.

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What snack foods can vegans eat? ›

Try These Popular Vegan Snacks (Chips, Cookies, and More)

Vegan Rob's Chips.
Rivalz Extra Chedda' Mac.
Outstanding Foods PigOut Pigless Pork Rinds.
Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars—Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate.
Trader Joe's Almond Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets.

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Is vegan truly healthy? ›

Taking stock. The account presented above shows that vegan diets can fulfil all the nutritional requirements that are needed to support good health. Nutrients that present particular concerns are vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids as few vegan foods that are currently used for human consumption contain these.

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Are frozen vegan meals healthy? ›

You can buy all sorts of frozen vegetables, and some brands of “tv dinners” have vegan options that are reasonably healthy. If you really wanted to, you could solely buy these foods and probably live a healthy life. Just be sure to read the ingredients and focus on actual plants, not extracts and “protein isolates”.

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Is a pure vegan diet healthy? ›

A raw vegan diet may improve heart health due to its focus on fruits and vegetables — both of which are consistently linked to lower blood pressures and a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke ( 2 , 3 ). This way of eating also includes plenty of nuts, seeds, sprouted whole grains and legumes.

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Is being fully vegan healthy? ›

While studies have shown that a vegan diet (VD) may be associated with improved health outcomes [6,7], the negative health repercussions of these food preferences, on the other hand, are rarely highlighted, and veganism may be associated with negative health effects due to nutritional deficiencies.

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Can you live a healthy life being vegan? ›

Vegetarian and vegan diets can be healthy, but they can lack certain nutrients. You may have to use a little creativity to ensure you get enough protein, calcium, iron, and vitamin B12. You can find many of these nutrients in eggs and dairy if you're vegetarian, and from plant sources if you're vegan.

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Are vegans the healthiest people? ›

Is vegan a healthy lifestyle? Vegan diets can be a part of a healthy lifestyle when planned and implemented correctly. Like any eating plan to restrict specific food groups, vegan diets can come up short in essential nutrients such as protein, calcium, iron and vitamin B12.

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How can I be vegan and not deficient? ›

How Do Vegans Avoid Nutritional Deficiencies?

Eat 5 portions of fruits and vegetables every day.
Replace dairy products with alternatives such as soya drinks/milk.
Include beans, pulses and other plant-based proteins into the diet.
Include starchy carbohydrates as the base of your meals like potatoes, pasta and rice.

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