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39 Easy Veganuary Recipes (Perfect for Beginners!)

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If you've decided to try Veganuary, then this collection of Easy Veganuary Recipes is for you! Choose from super easy vegan breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner recipes. Even if you've been vegan for a while you might find something new!

Easy Veganuary Recipes collage.

This collection of Veganuary recipes is perfect for beginners. Jump to the different categories in the menu below and browse the recipes to get ideas. Then plan out your week and get started!

Even if you've been vegan for a while or if you've done Veganuary before, it's always fun to find new favorites. All of these recipes are simple, easy, and crowd-pleasing. Enjoy!

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You'll love these Easy Veganuary recipes because they're:

  • Simple & Delicious
  • Quick & Easy
  • Vegan/Vegetarian
  • Kid-friendly
  • Easy to make WFPB & Oil-Free
  • Perfect for anyone trying for Veganuary for the first time or anyone who wants to switch things up!

What is veganuary?

Veganuary is a movement that takes place in the month of January (Vegan + January = Veganuary). It is officially run by a nonprofit group called Veganuary, which encourages people to take a pledge to try going vegan for 1 month. For more info on Veganuary or to take the pledge, visit their official website.

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The key to sticking to any new routine is planning! If you need a little help in that department (and who doesn't?) then be sure to grab your free Meal Planning Tips and Printables.

Veganuary breakfast recipes

Start your day off right with these easy and delicious veganuary breakfast recipes! As a bonus, most of these are perfect for meal prep, so you can prep your meal once and have quick and healthy vegan breakfast options ready all week long.

Best toast topping ideas.
Vegan Toast (Sweet & Savory)
These Vegan Toast Topping recipes are perfect for a quick, easy, and delicious breakfast or snack! Choose from the suggested savory or sweet toppings, or mix and match, for a healthy and balanced meal. With so many possibilities, you're sure to find a new favorite!
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Tofu scramble on a plate with toast.
Easy Tofu Scramble
This super easy Tofu Scramble recipe uses regular-firm tofu to create the right texture, turmeric for color, and kala namak to give it an eggy flavor. Serve as a vegan alternative to scrambled eggs or add to a variety of savory dishes.
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Banana Oat Pancakes by Plant Based Folk
These delicious Vegan Banana Oat Pancakes are gluten-free, oil-free, and easy to prepare. Enjoy with your favorite toppings!
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Best vegan raspberry muffin recipe.
Vegan Raspberry Muffins (Whole Wheat + Oil-Free)
These Vegan Raspberry Muffins are fluffy, tart, and lightly sweetened. Made in just 1 bowl, they're whole wheat, oil-free, and perfect for a healthy breakfast, snack, or even dessert. Throw in optional ad-ins like chocolate chips or walnuts for an even more delicious treat!
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats by Vegan Huggs
These easy and delicious overnight oats take just 5 minutes of prep. They make a perfect grab-and-go-meal for busy weekday mornings.
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Vegan breakfast burrito recipe.
Vegan Breakfast Burritos
These Vegan Breakfast Burritos are filled to the brim with tempeh bacon, tofu scramble, tater tots, avocado, salsa, and vegan sour cream! Make up a big batch to freeze and reheat for a quick and delicious grab-and-go breakfast.
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21 Meal Prep Smoothie Recipes by Cook Eat Live Love
If you need some inspiration for meal prep smoothies look no further! These smoothies are packed with fruits, veggies, protein, and healthy fats. Choose from Tropical Freeze, Creamy Green, Almond Joy, and more!
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Vegan sweet potato pancakes on a plate.
Vegan Sweet Potato Pancakes (Simple + Easy)
These Vegan Sweet Potato Pancakes are fluffy, lightly sweetened, tangy, and flavorful. This simple and easy recipe is the perfect way to switch up your normal pancake routine. Great for Sunday brunch, breakfast-for-dinner, and any time you want a cozy fall vibe!
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Vegan pumpkin oatmeal in a bowl.
Vegan Pumpkin Oatmeal
Vegan Pumpkin Oatmeal is a super quick and delicious vegan breakfast that's full of pumpkin spice flavor and perfect for getting you into the fall spirit! This cozy and filling dish takes less than 10 minutes. Plus, it's a great way to use up extra canned pumpkin!
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Weekend Tofu Scramble Bowls by All Veg Considered
These gluten-free, high-protein vegan breakfast bowls are filled with tofu scramble, breakfast potatoes, roasted mushrooms, and juicy tomatoes. The perfect savory vegan breakfast!
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Closeup of vegan granola with blueberries.
Vegan Granola (Oil-Free!)
This Vegan Granola is crunchy and delicious, with the comforting flavor of cinnamon, the earthy undertones of walnuts and pecans, and a touch of sweetness from the raisins and maple syrup. An Easy, Oil-free Granola Recipe that's perfect for make-ahead breakfasts and snacks all week!
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Veganuary lunch recipes

Switching from meat-centered lunches to veggie-centered doesn't need to be complicated. Make this Veganuary easier on yourself by prepping salads or bowls that can be divided up and eaten throughout the week!

Vegan Greek Buddha bowl.
Greek Buddha Bowl (Vegan)
This vegan Greek Buddha Bowl makes a quick, healthy, and delicious lunch or dinner. Made with chickpeas, couscous, and an array of Mediterranean veggies, this nourishing bowl is topped with a simple hummus vinaigrette. Perfect for meal prepping and packed lunches, too!
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Zesty quinoa salad recipe.
Zesty Quinoa Salad
This Zesty Quinoa Salad is full of vibrant flavors and colors. Made with black beans, mango, lime juice, and more, this vegan quinoa salad makes a perfect meal-prep lunch, light summer dinner, or BBQ side dish!
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Vegan tofu poke bowl.
Vegan Poke Bowl
These Vegan Poke Bowls with Marinated Tofu are packed with veggies and topped with a flavorful ginger tahini sauce. They're high in protein, make a hearty and satisfying meal, and are perfect for meal prep!
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Chickpea tuna salad.
Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad by Resplendent Kitchen
This flavorful chickpea "tuna" salad makes a quick and easy lunch. Whip up a batch for quick lunches throughout the week.
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Best vegan BLT recipe.
Vegan BLT (Healthy + Oil-Free)
Nothing hits home when you're craving a sandwich quite like a Vegan BLT! Tempeh bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado piled high on whole-wheat toast slathered with vegan mayo or oil-free aioli. Sign me up! This healthy vegan sandwich makes the perfect lunch or light dinner.
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Vegan pesto pasta salad in a bowl.
Vegan Pesto Pasta with Roasted Veggies (Oil-Free!)
Fun fusilli pasta, creamy vegan pesto, earthy chickpeas, and bright roasted vegetables, combine for a quick, easy, and colorful vegan pesto pasta salad. This recipe is oil-free but full of flavor. Serve cold as a perfect side dish for a summer cookout or warm as your main course.
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Vegan Quiche by Intentionally Eat
This Vegan Quiche makes a delicious savory breakfast recipe. Or pair it with a salad for lunch. It's made without tofu and comes together in 10 minutes.
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Vegan chickpea salad sandwich.
Vegan Curry Chickpea Salad
This vegan chickpea salad is quick, easy, and versatile. It combines the aromatic spices of the curry powder with the crunch of the veggies and the earthiness of the chickpeas. Bring it all together with vegan mayo or yogurt and serve it as a sandwich, salad, or wrap. Perfect for lunch or any time of day!
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Tuscan bean salad.
Tuscan Bean Salad by Evergreen Kitchen
This healthy and delicious salad is made with cannelloni beans, lemon, and dill. Ready in just 15 minutes it can be a side dish or main course.
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Rainbow chickpea salad in a bowl.
Rainbow Chickea Salad (Vegan + Oil Free)
This Rainbow Chickpea Salad is full of amazing colors and flavors. It's topped with a simple Tahini Ginger Dressing that ties it all together. Perfect for meal-prepping, quick lunches, potlucks, and cookouts, this no-cook vegan meal is sure to become a staple!
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Black bean burrito bowl.
Vegan Burrito Bowl
This Vegan Burrito Bowl Recipe combines seasoned black beans and fajita veggies for a healthy and delicious meal that's sure to satisfy. You need just 6 ingredients and 20 minutes to put together this oil-free & totally delicious Chipotle-style feast!
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Veganuary snacks

These days grocery stores are full of ready-to-go vegan snacks. But if you want to try your hand at making a few from scratch, I've got you covered. For even more ideas, be sure to check out this post about vegan snack ideas (hint: they are aren't just for kids). And be sure to grab this vegan snack ideas printable. It's perfect for hanging on the fridge so you never run out of vegan snack ideas.

And now for the recipes...

Best hummus recipe.
Oil Free Hummus (Classic & Extra Creamy!)
You won't believe how creamy and decadent this Oil-free Hummus is. Perfect for dipping veggies, adding to a sandwich, and more. You'll never want to buy store-bought hummus again.
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Best mango black bean salsa recipe.
Mango Black Bean Salsa
This black bean and mango salsa is super easy to prepare and hits all the right notes of sweet and citrusy, with a spicy kick from the jalapenos. Perfect for topping vegan fish tacos, a salad, or dipping tortilla chips.
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Air fryer cinnamon tortilla chips.
Air Fryer Tortilla Chips by Air Fryer Veg
Air Fryer Cinnamon Tortilla Chips might just be the perfect sweet and crunchy snack! With flour tortillas and a few pantry ingredients, you can make this yummy air fryer dessert in less than 20 minutes.
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Buffalo chickpea dip recipe.
Buffalo Chickpea Dip (Vegan + Oil-free)
This Buffalo Chickpea Dip is the perfect balance of creamy and spicy. You just need a handful of ingredients to make this oil-free vegan dip. It's great for game day, movie night, or holiday parties, but it can also be added to wraps, sandwiches, and vegan quesadillas!
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Girl Scout Cookie Inspired Bliss Balls in three bowls: Thin Mint, Lemon, and Samoas.
Bliss Balls! 3 Girl Scout Cookie Inspired Recipes (Vegan & Oil-free)
These Bliss Balls are inspired by three of my favorite Girl Scout Cookies: Caramel deLites, Lemonades, and Thin Mints. You just need a food processor and a handful of simple ingredients for a delicious, vegan, WFPB version of these nostalgic treats!
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A note about tofu...

I always say that if you think you don't like tofu then you've probably never had it cooked well. Tofu on it's own is pretty bland, but trust me when I say that if you treat it as a blank canvas then it opens you to an entire world of vegan its own

For more info about cooking tofu, be sure to check out this collection of tofu recipes and grab my free Tofu Recipes E-book!

Veganuary dinner recipes

Veganuary might be hardest when dinner time rolls around. If you aren't used to meat-free meals, you might not know what to center the meal around. And if you live with other people you might be responsible for cooking a meal everyone can enjoy. But have no fear! These easy Veganuary dinner recipes are sure to fill you up and please a crowd!

Best vegan spaghetti recipe.
Vegan Spaghetti (20 Minutes!)
This easy Vegan Spaghetti has a meaty and delicious sauce that comes together in minutes and simmers while your pasta cooks. Great for kids and picky eaters, this classic spaghetti recipe is perfect for busy weeknights!
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Sweet potato chickpea curry in a bowl.
Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry (Easy + Vegan)
This easy Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry is creamy, satisfying, and full of flavorful Indian spices. It's packed full of veggies and chickpeas, comes together in 40 minutes, and makes a perfect cozy dish for any time of year!
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Lentil soup in a bowl.
One-Pot Lentil Soup by Shirt Girl Tall Order
This Lentil Soup is full of protein and veggies. Ready in just 45 minutes. Serve it topped with fresh herbs and vegan sour cream.
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Vegan tofu tacos on a cutting board.
Vegan Street Tacos
These Vegan Street Tacos are an easy and delicious way to swap your favorite Mexican takeout for a healthy, homemade meal. Topped with Chili-Lime Tofu, Pico de Gallo, and Vegan Chipotle Mayo, these are sure to become your Taco Tuesday go-to.
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Tahini Pasta with Broccoli.
Tahini Broccoli Pasta by Rainbow Plant Life
This rich, creamy, and comforting tahini pasta takes just 30 minutes. The subtle nutty flavors of the the tahini give this a unique flavor the whole family will love!
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Lentil Shepherds Pie in baking dish.
Lentil Shepherd's Pie (Vegan + Oil-Free)
This Lentil Shepherd's Pie is hearty and comforting. With the rich flavors of the lentils and the creaminess of the mashed potatoes, this veggie-filled dish is perfect for a Sunday family dinner or a cozy holiday meal.
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Bowl with teriyaki tofu, rice, and broccoli. Hand using chopsticks to pick up a chunk of tofu.
Teriyaki Tofu
This crispy Teriyaki Tofu has a sticky homemade sauce and comes together in about 40 minutes. It's a flavorful tofu recipe that can be added to bowls, stir frys, tacos, and more! Perfect for beginners and sharing with non-vegan friends!
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Best vegan broccoli soup.
Vegan Broccoli Soup
This easy Vegan Broccoli Soup is creamy, delicious, and perfect for warming you up on cool nights. Chock full of healthy vegetables and protein, this lighter version of the comfort classic is sure to satisfy. Perfect for kids and anyone who needs a little extra help getting their veggies.
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Best BBQ Tofu recipe.
Baked BBQ Tofu (Vegan + Oil-Free)
This Baked BBQ Tofu is a flavorful and delicious dish the whole family will love. Made with simple ingredients, this dish is healthy and oil-free! Serve as your vegan main with sides or add it to a salad, sandwich, or wrap.
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Two bowls of cherry tomato basil pasta.
Cherry Tomato & Basil Pasta (Vegan & Oil-Free)
Bright tomatoes, fresh basil, and aromatic garlic and onions make this simple and elegant Tomato Basil Pasta really shine. Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a touch of sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes and oil-free!
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Chickpea and Spinach Curry.
Chickpea and Tomato Curry by My Goodness Kitchen
This easy and delicious one-pot curry comes together in 30 minutes. Serve with rice for a comforting and nourishing meal.
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Chili sin carne recipe.
Chili sin Carne
Chili sin Carne is a hearty and delicious Vegan Chili that's perfect for cozy nights in and meal prepping. This quick-cooking chili comes together in about 30 minutes. Add your favorite toppings for a flavorful dish that's sure to satisfy!
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Vegan black bean tacos on a cutting board with avocado crema and limes.
Vegan Black Bean Tacos
These Vegan Black Bean Tacos are crispy, delicious, and made with just a handful of simple ingredients. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce for a quick and easy meal that's perfect for kids and flexitarians, too!
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  1. Cindy says

    Wow! What a great collection of recipes! I can't wait to get started!

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    • Julianne Lynch says

      Thanks!

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  2. Kay says

    Collections are nice, but it would be really helpful if there was a GF next to the ones that are already gluten free. A lot of vegan recipes are not and when I don't have a ton of time I'd rather skip those and just check out the ones more likely to be edible (for me & mine). 🙂

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    • Julianne Lynch says

      Hi Kay, Thanks for the feedback. I don't specialize in gluten-free recipes, but I'll try to make that info more readily available whenever possible.

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