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15 Vegan Recipes That Satisfy From Breakfast To Dinner

Add more plant-based protein to your diet with these vegan recipes that are anything but boring.
By Amy Grief
vegetarian baked beans

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Whether you follow an entirely plant-based diet, or are looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your weekly roster (as recommended by the updated Canada Food Guide), these vegan-friendly recipes give you plenty of delicious meal options. From a decadent breakfast smoothie to impressive mains and crowd-pleasing sides, these are the vegan recipe you'll turn to time and time again.

Vegan Mushroom Bolognese

Sprinkle this hearty pasta dish, filled with beans and lots of veggies, with some nutritional yeast for an extra hit of cheesey flavour. Get our vegan mushroom bolognese recipe.

Vegan mushroom bolognese in green bowlPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Creamy Vegetable Coconut Curry

Not only is this curry, with a medley of veggies, vegan, but you can also make it a complete gluten-free meal by serving it over a bed of basmati rice. Get our creamy vegetable coconut curry recipe.

Creamy vegetable curryPhoto, Sian Richards.

Tofu Kedgeree Recipe

If you're looking for an easy, flavourful weeknight meal, this recipe is a winner. It's filled with a delicious blend of veggies and smoked tofu for protein. Get our tofu kedgeree recipe.

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Tofu kedgereePhoto, Erik Putz.

Red Lentil Coconut-Miso Soup

For a filling soup that eats like a meal, turn to this recipe made with with lentils, squash and kale. Don't forget to pack the leftovers for lunch! Get our red lentil coconut-miso soup recipe.

coconut-miso, squash and red lentil soup in bowl with spoonPhoto, Erik Putz.

Vegan Broccoli and Cauliflower Bites

With a topping of harissa and nutritional yeast, these roasted broccoli and cauliflower florets make a delicious appetizer or side dish. They're also perfect for parties. Get our vegan broccoli and cauliflower bites recipe.

cheesy vegan broccoli and cauliflower bitesPhoto, Erik Putz.

Roasted Beet Salad with Tahini Dressing

Earthy roasted beets drizzled with a zippy lemon-infused tahini dressing make for a side salad that might just steal the dinnertime show. Get our roasted beet salad with tahini dressing recipe.

Bowl of brightly coloured beets on blue and red tilesPhoto, Erik Putz.

Black Bean and Tofu Burgers

Blitz canned black beans and tofu together for a tasty burger that pairs perfectly with your favourite toppings. Get our black bean and tofu burgers recipe.

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Tofu recipes: Black bean and tofu veggie burgers topped with avocado.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Vegetarian Baked Beans

In a little over half an hour, you can cook up a pot of vegan baked beans that'll hit the spot in the winter, or anytime! Get our vegetarian baked beans recipe.

vegetarian baked beansVPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Sheet Pan Tofu with Sesame and Roasted Vegetables

Add this recipe to your weeknight roster. Why? All you have to do is throw all your ingredients on a sheet pan and then place it in the oven! Get this sheet pan tofu with sesame and roasted vegetables recipe.

sheet pan tofu with sesame and roasted vegetablesPhoto, Erik Putz.

Gingery Tofu and Rice Noodle Soup

For chilly winter days, or anytime you're craving something comforting, turn to this easy-to-assemble soup that comes together in just 30 minutes. Get our gingery tofu and rice noodle soup recipe.

A bowl of Gingery tofu and rice noodle soup topped with lime slices, bean sprouts, baby spinach and Thai basil for a post on an easy weeknight Gingery tofu and rice noodle soup recipePhoto, Erik Putz.

Oh She Glows' Vegan Shepherd’s Pie

Oh She Glows Angela Liddon's impressive dish is perfect for weeknights and special occasions alike. Get this Oh She Glows vegan shepherd's pie recipe.

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White bowl filled with Oh She Glows vegan shepherd's piePhoto, Ashley McLaughlin.

Oh She Glows' Vegan Chili Cheese Nachos

If you serve these nachos at a party, get ready to watch them disappear quickly! Get this Oh She Glows vegan chili cheese nachos recipe.

Black pan filled with Oh She Glows vegan nachosPhoto, Ashley McLaughlin.

Cocoa Breakfast Smoothies

Not all smoothies must be green. This richly flavoured (and healthy) take gets your day started with a touch of nuttiness, smooth chocolate and creamy banana. Use your favourite alternative milk to make this recipe vegan. Get our cocoa breakfast smoothie recipe.

Cocoa Breakfast Smoothies In tall glasses with strawsPhoto, Erik Putz.

Vegan Mango Coconut Ice Pops

Vegan ice pops know no season! You'll want to make these creamy treats, with vegan coconut ice cream and mango purée, all year long. Get our vegan mango coconut ice pops recipe.

overhead shot of Vegan Mango Coconut Ice Pops on a purple and yellow backgroundPhoto, Carmen Cheung.

Lauren Toyota's Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake

Cashews, soft tofu and vegan cream cheese give this cheese cake a luscious, silky texture. Get Lauren Toyota's vegan blueberry cheesecake recipe

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15 Vegan Recipes That Satisfy From Breakfast To DinnerPhoto, via Lauren Toyota.

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