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26 Vegan Recipes To Enjoy During Veganuary 2026

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Trying Veganuary? Check out these incredible plant-based recipes to incorporate throughout the month.

January is the month where our New Year’s Resolutions are in full swing, with many people choosing to incorporate more plant-based meals into their diets. So to get you started, here are some plant-based recipes you’ll want to continue eating even after January!

1. Instant Pot Spiced Oatmeal

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Naturally sweetened with pears and dates, this healthy breakfast recipe is gluten-free.

2. Rosemary Roasted Root Vegetable Panzanella

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Warm and comforting, this Panzanella recipe is perfectly paired with tomato soup or plant-based lasagna.

3. Caesar Salad With BBQ Sweet Potato Croutons

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Caesar salad definitely leveled up!

4. Chickpea Fries

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You can have this healthier version of fries and still enjoy the taste!

5. Carrot and Red Lentil Soup

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Packed with flavor, this soup is comforting on a brisk January day.

6. Plant-Based Ham, Broccoli, and Cheese Rolls 

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Two words: Yes, please!

7. Plant-Based Scallops with Pea Puree and Watercress

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If you’re looking to replace some seafood dishes in your life, this one is for you.

8. Sweet Potato Black Bean Tamales

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These look so good! You need these tamales now.

9. Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza

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The best part of this pizza is that you can customize your toppings!

10. Kimchi Brown Rice Bliss Bowls

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This plant-based recipe is hearty, satisfying, fun to eat, AND fun to make! 

11. Vegetable Noodle Stir Fry

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This simple recipe tastes more complex than it actually is!

12. Plant-Based Slow Cooker Chili

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This plant-based chili can be made in advance and is great for dinner with very little effort!

13. Matcha Chia Pudding

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Matcha lovers, rejoice! This pudding can sit overnight for a fiber-filled breakfast.

14. Sweet Potato Black Bean Burrito Bowl

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Perfect for those days when you’re craving something hearty.

15. Crispy Baked Orange Cauliflower

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Quick, simple, and tasty!

16. Pressed Maitake Buns With Gochujang-Hoisin

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OK, now I’m craving these maitake buns.

17. Easy Beet Falafel

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My friend makes these beet falafels all the time and stores some in the freezer for easy and quick lunches!

18. Plant-Based Crab Dip

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So this isn’t the healthiest dish, but sometimes you want some classy crab dip dishes!

19. Coconut Curry Lentil Soup

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This rich and creamy broth is packed with hearty lentils. Pass us a bowl!

20. Plant-Based Sausages with Sriracha and Five Spice

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If you don’t want to buy already-made plant-based meats, this sausage recipe will satisfy those cravings!

21. Plant-Based Lox

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Made from carrots, you can add plant-based lox to your morning bagel to get you through any day.

22. The Iranian Vegan’s Onion Dolma

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Get the full recipe on Mana’s blog.

23. Mississippi Vegan’s Mushroom Carbonara

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Get the full recipe on Timothy’s blog.

24. Proportional Plate’s Chickpea Stew

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This stew is perfect for any cold winter night!

25. Dear Saturday’s Kimchi Sweet Potato

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So simple, yet so delicious!

26. Marry Me Tofu Lasagna

Marry Me tofu lasanga bake.

Over 20g of plant-based protein and only using one dish? Sign me up!

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Now that you know some of your favorite foods can be made without meat or dairy, try them out! 

Looking for more recipes to help keep your New Year’s Resolution? Try these 13 plant-based recipes even kids will love.   

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