Woohoo! We've just passed the halfway mark for Veganuary. Now, how many of you have managed to eat only vegan this month? Surprisingly, I am doing quite an thorough job. Overall, I feel healthier, lighter and I've stopped having cravings for dairy and meat. Quite an accomplishment, I'd say. If it weren't for my amazing 32 vegan starters, 49 veggie sides and my 34 vegan mains, I don't know how I'd manage. Having the option to choose from such a vast selection of vegan recipes gave me the ultimate satisfaction to find one tasty vegan recipe after another.
Vegan food is very exciting. Especially, when it comes to experimenting with new flavours and spices. This month, I found myself cooking with Indian and Thai spices in unexpected ways. Furthermore, I found out that simply roasted vegetables are delectable on their own. They make a perfect side to a main, or I also like to toss them in a salad. On the whole, I am very excited to see where these last two weeks of January take me.
It's never too late to start with Veganuary and I highly recommend it. Give your body the detox it deserves, especially after feasting over the holidays. These 34 vegan mains are evidence,that vegan food is just as fun, flavourful and exciting as non-vegan food.
1. rainbow quinoa salad
This rainbow quinoa salad is a pleasure to eat and to look at. So delish!
Get the recipe here.
2. avocado mac and cheese
I bet you've never had this type of mac and cheese before. Filling, nutritious, delicious!
Get the recipe here.
3. butternut chickpea burger
A fantastic way to eat in style. Vegan burgers are totally in.
Get the recipe here.
4. sweet potato and mung bean falafel
These falafels are super addictive. Make sure you guard your share!
Get the recipe here.
5. shredded rainbow salad with edamame
This salad totally looks the part! Don't rainbows make you happy?
Get the recipe here.
6. creamy curried courgette noodles
One of my favourite vegan mains. Better than rice noodles!
Get the recipe here.
7. refried beans
Top with fresh avocado and you've got a great vegan main. Quick, easy and practical.
Get the recipe here.
8. caponata alla siciliana
Delicious vegan stew that you can serve with anything!
Get the recipe here.
9. butter bean salad with avocado, pesto and pumpkin seeds
One word. Amaaaaaaazing! I can eat this all day long... and I did.
Get the recipe here.
10. mung bean salad
What a great way to boost your daily vitamin intake. A must!
Get the recipe here.
11. basic rissotto
A truly handy recipe. You can spin this basic risotto is any direction you want.
Get the recipe here.
12. christmas rice
Who says you can only serve this during the holiday? With meals like this one, everyday should be a holiday.
Get the recipe here.
13. fattoush salad
Delicious salad with Middle Eastern flavours. A true adventure.
Get the recipe here.
14. broccoli, red pepper and asparagus with hoisin sauce and couscous
This is what I love about vegan food. With amazing sauces, it has that POW factor.
Get the recipe here.
15. butternut squash rissott0
Are you crazy about butternut squash? You'll go crazy for this recipe too.
Get the recipe here.
16. caribbean chickpea and sweet potato casserole
With a single bite you too can enjoy the Caribbean directly from your kitchen.
Get the recipe here.
17. spiced butternut, chickpea, red onion and raisin couscous
Why not spoil yourself with a delicious vegan main?
Get the recipe here.
18. curried parsnip and honeyed shallot couscous
A divine combination! Definitely give it a go!
Get the recipe here.
19. spiced chickpea, carrot, raisin and cashew rice pilaf
This recipe is definitely a winter warmer. Can't get enough of it.
Get the recipe here.
20. roasted pumpkin, red peppers, and onions with a sweet balsamic and mustard dressing on a bed of couscous
You won't regret combining all these delicious ingredients. It makes a heck of a vegan dinner.
Get the recipe here.
21. butternut, green beans, red onions and tofu with maple syrup glaze
Looking for more vegan mains? The glaze just brings everything together. Simply delicious.
Get the recipe here.
22. baked pumpkin with mushroom and leek stuffing
This recipe is super fun to make. Make the most out of your produce, am I right?
Get the recipe here.
23. simmered fresh tomato sauce
Can't tell you how many times I've used this recipe? Again...and again.. and again..
Get the recipe here.
24. sweet potato, spinach and mushroom stew
Something about this recipe just says 'eat me'. Oh, and I did.
Get the recipe here.
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Now that we got to the end, I though it might be a good idea to also introduce soups. You can also serve vegan soups as a main course. Just imagine, if you make a big batch of vegan soup, you'll be able to last through the entire day. You can have two or even four servings of these soups, and you'll be satisfied - without the food coma that comes afterwards. Why don't you check out some of these and be the judge yourself? I already have a couple of favourites that I love cooking on a regular basis.
25. watercress soup
Did you know that Napoleon grew watercress himself due to its amazing properties? Remember to use a vegan cream.
Get the recipe here.
26. broccoli, pea and leak soup
This green vegan soup is packed with flavor. Perfect for any day.
Get the recipe here.
27. curried butternut squash and apple soup
Try something different. Apple and butternut are a divine combination.
Get the recipe here.
28. potato, fennel and caraway soup
Not only does this soup taste amazing, but its nutritious and hearty as well.
Get the recipe here.
29. easy leek and potato soup
Yes, this soup is super easy to make. Perfect for stressful times. Use vegan dairy alternatives.
Get the recipe here.
30. jerusalem artichoke soup
Possibly one of my favourite soups. Creamy, nutty, rich, intense. Yum!
Get the recipe here.
31. cauliflower and potato soup
This soup combines two of my favourite ingredients! It makes for a wonderful vegan meal.
Get the recipe here.
32. leftover brussels sprout soup
I bet you haven't had this type of soup before. Very tasty! Don't garnish with cheese and bacon though!!!
Get the recipe here.
33. chickpea soup
Filling and nutritious at the same time. I like to spice mine up with chillies. Use a cream substitute.
Get the recipe here.
34. spiced carrot and split pea soup
Looks amazing. Tastes amazing. A definite winter warmer recipe.
Get the recipe here.
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Cassandra D
Couscous with a side of steamed vegetables.
michelle
sounds delish!
katie smith
I love sweet potato and chickpea curry that I make!
michelle
nice, what spices do you use?
Sandra Preti
My favorite vegan dinner is rice and beans...yum.
michelle
good one, simple yet nutritious
Liam Bishop
I love lentil curl crisps!
As for dinners, my wife does these excellent sweet potato waffles with spices and spring onions, done in the waffle iron. They are really good.
michelle
those sounds excellent Liam!
Leila Benhamida
A chickpeas, green beans and potates in tomato sauce served with rice
michelle
Nice
Jayne Townson
I love a nice spicy vegan cottage pie. Thanks for this lovely giveaway.
Frances H
Sweet vegetable chilli with lime and coriander rice.
michelle
sounds lovely!!
sharon martin
i like a Mushroom Stroganoff
michelle
me too. I like any stroganoff 🙂
Jayne Kelsall
Would probably have to go with Coconut Curry 🙂
michelle
oo nice
Tracy Nixon
I enjoy a Mushroom-Quinoa Burger with roasted sweet potato fries!
michelle
that sounds delish! I have to try this
Jade Hewlett
I've not tried vegan dinner but I'd love to try some
michelle
which of the 34 vegan recipes is the most appealing to you? 🙂
Ancilla Jagdeo
The jerusalem artichoke soup, sounds amazing.
michelle
It is!!! <3 <3
Natalie Crossan
Chickpea cassarole x
michelle
yum. I love to add fresh coriander when I make mine 🙂 x
Solange
Thai Sweet Potato Burgers with Spicy Peanut Sauce.
michelle
oooooh my gosh. that sounds so delicious. I'd love to try one of these
Joan Kubes
I subscribed by email
michelle
Fantastic! Welcome x
Joan Kubes
I love stir fried eggplant
michelle
you should try my masala grilled aubergine 🙂 you ll love it
Kim Neville
I like Mushroom Stroganoff
michelle
same here
sam macaree
CHICKPEA SOUP
michelle
nice 🙂
louise l
I do love a chickpea and sweetcorn burger on a bun with a side of spicy sweet potato wedges,yum!
michelle
sounds so interesting! You should check out my recipe for chana tikki patties. Also an excellent choice for burgers 🙂
Tracey peach
I don't eat vegan dinners but do think they look healthy & tasty & would love to try out some
michelle
yey 🙂