Delicious Healthy Plant-Based Recipes

Vegan Side Dishes Perfect for a BBQ

No backyard cookout, BBQ, picnic, or potluck is complete without a slew of side dishes to round out the meal. These vegan side dishes are so delicious, I’ve been known to make a meal out of just the sides! From classics gone vegan to creative new flavors, check out these recipes to ensure your next gathering is super tasty!

When it comes to backyard BBQs, the grilled stuff is generally the star of the show, but that doesn’t mean the side dishes should be there just to take up the extra space on your plate.

With these super tasty vegan recipes, your guests, herbivores and omnivores alike, will be going back for seconds on the side dishes instead of the main course!

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Cincinnati chili on top of spaghetti noodles

Vegan Cincinnati Chili Spaghetti – A uniquely spiced chili with notes of cocoa and cinnamon served over spaghetti noodles. Top it off with beans, diced onions, chopped herbs, or dairy free shredded cheese for a healthy comfort food meal you’ll crave. It’s sure to become a family favorite! If you’re looking for a creative spin…

healthy broccoli salad in a glass serving bowl with salad forks

Healthy Broccoli Salad with a sweet tahini dressing is the perfect summer side dish for backyard parties and BBQs. It’s a lightened up version with no mayo and totally oil-free. Fresh, raw, crunchy, creamy, tangy, with a little hint of sweetness from the grapes, this salad is everything your backyard summer BBQ needs! All of…

photo collage of vegan lentil recipes for social media

Vegan Lentil Recipes – If you have a bag or can of lentils in your pantry, you won’t go hungry! From soups and chilis to casseroles and burgers and even appetizers and snacks, check out this collection of the best vegan recipes using lentils! Lentils are a pantry staple that lend themselves well to a…

Vegan Recipes with Black Beans – Black beans are a pantry staple that can be used in a variety of dishes. Easily flavored in different ways and boasting many nutritional benefits, you’ll want to keep a few cans of pre-cooked or a bag of dried beans on hand. Black beans, whether dried or canned, are…

Vegetable Curry – a flavorful red curry easily customized to use up any veggies you have hanging out in the back of your fridge. Ready in just 20 minutes! Serve it up with rice, noodles, or naan. Authentic curries can typically involve a lot of spices and ingredients and may take quite a while to…

close up of the oranges and tofu on top of the rest of the ingredients

Asian Salad – full of texture, bold flavor, and healthy plant protein, this Chinese Tofu Salad makes a great lunch or dinner. This is no wimpy salad. This is an entrée sized dish packed with protein, healthy veggies, juicy fruits, and tons of texture! It’s nutritious and craveable! And it’s from the new cookbook, Wait,…

Overhead view of a bowl of Lentil Quinoa Soup garnished with fresh parsley and a lemon wedge

Lentil Quinoa Soup – a hearty, high-protein soup that’s easy and delicious! Using pantry and fridge staples, this recipe comes together easily. Perfect for any night of the week! Soup is one of the easiest ways to pack a lot of nutrition into every bite. It’s also easy to customize with your favorite seasonings and…

Plant Based Diet Grocery List – Want to try a plant based diet, but not sure where to start? This list of pantry, fridge, and freezer staples will make it easy to get started so an easy meatless meal is always at your fingertips! Keeping staple ingredients on hand is the key to quick and…

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Vegan Side Dishes Perfect for a BBQ

Vegan Cincinnati Chili Spaghetti

Healthy Broccoli Salad (No Mayo!)

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Easy Vegan Recipes with Black Beans

Vegetable Curry from Truly Healthy Vegan

Crunchy Asian Salad with Baked Tofu

Lentil Quinoa Soup (Vegan, Gluten Free)

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