Vegan Recipes

Plant-Based Recipes for Everyday Cooking

Vegan recipes are perfect for those who want to consciously avoid animal products without sacrificing taste and variety. Creating healthy vegan recipes that everyone will love is easy. With these simple and delicious plant-based meals you will happily satisfy vegetarians and meat lovers alike.

Turmeric Ginger Lentil Soup

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One pot often translates to soup, soup, soup. So of course, with my don't-have-a-kitchen-yet dilemna, I turn to soup as a Sunday afternoon solution....

Lentil Quinoa Eggplant Salad

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Listen up aubergine-adverse. Here’s an eggplant recipe that fully disguises my favorite purple vegetable. A warm lentil quinoa eggplant salad. The secret is always...
Puy Lentils with Mushrooms and Kale

Puy Lentils with Mushrooms and Kale

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So which camp are you in? Love 'em or leave 'em? Well, I love mushrooms. Just like in this Puy lentils with mushrooms and...
Cranberry Orange Apple Crisp (Vegan + GF)

Cranberry Orange Apple Crisp (Vegan + GF)

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Cranberry Orange Apple Crisp. So much awesomeness in one place. It’s the perfect cozy, wholesome treat in a bowl. Full of warming flavors like...
Sage Roasted Potato Wedges with Lacinato Kale Recipe served in bowl

Sage Roasted Potato Wedges with Lacinato Kale

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Sage Roasted Potato Wedges with Lacinato Kale are the ultimate side dish—crispy, golden potato wedges tossed with fresh sage and roasted to perfection, paired...
Buckwheat Bread (vegan + gluten-free)

Buckwheat Bread (vegan + gluten-free)

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This buckwheat bread is magical. Not only does it please all my gluten-free friends but it is equally fantastic for anyone following a vegan...
Roasted Cauliflower and Millet Salad

Roasted Cauliflower Millet Salad

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Roasted cauliflower. Yep, I'm becoming ultra-hip. So here it is, I finally found a way to make cauliflower taste great. A year ago with...
Roasted Thai Butternut Squash Carrot Soup

Roasted Thai Butternut Squash Carrot Soup

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Simple ingredients and so delicious – that’s this roasted Thai butternut squash carrot soup. It’s the pinnacle of fall. It’s autumn in a bowl....
Tahini Green Beans and Potatoes

Tahini Green Beans and Potatoes

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Green beans and potatoes are a classic combination, reminding me once again that the simplest recipes are often the best. The magic of this...
Roasted Hokkaido Pumpkin and Barley Salad

Roasted Hokkaido Pumpkin and Barley Salad

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This roasted hokkaido pumpkin and barley salad is proof that fall has definitely arrived! Which means I have moved on from light summery salads...
Roasted Beet and Sweet Potato Kale Salad

Roasted Beet and Sweet Potato Kale Salad

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This roasted beet and sweet potato kale salad screams healthy! The basic ingredients for this salad are just four: chioggia beets with their candy...
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Capers

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Capers

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This Mediterranean quinoa salad features amazing flavors, including lots of fresh basil and parsley, sweet red onion, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, capers , and pine...
Vegetarian Lentil Bolognese

Vegetarian Lentil Bolognese

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Have you ever tried a vegetarian lentil Bolognese? No? It’s soooo good. And OMG its way better than any of those ground meat alternative...
Apricot Couscous Salad

Apricot Couscous Salad

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Apricot couscous salad. So easy. So good. And quick! I talking all of 15 minutes -- MAX! This simple apricot couscous salad is made...
Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Red Pepper and Olives

Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Red Pepper and Olives

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Summer was made for salads like this. Mediterranean salads such as this simple vegetarian orzo salad packed with light and fresh summery flavors. Sweet...
Giant White Beans and Fresh Tomato Sauce

Giant White Beans and Fresh Tomato Sauce

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This dish with giant white beans and fresh tomato sauce has got to be the easiest thing to put together while on holiday. Especially...
Crispy Chickpea Tomato Salad

Crispy Chickpea Tomato Salad

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Chickpea tomato salad. Simply in love with it. Fresh summer tomatoes, crisp cumin-coated chickpeas, sweet red onion, and parsley, tossed with just the right...
Lemony Lentil Herb Salad with Bulgur

Lemony Lentil Herb Salad with Bulgur

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This lemony lentil herb salad simply sings “summer”. With fresh herbs in abundance, and summer’s sweetest varieties of tomatoes available it’s so easy to...
Blackberry Crumble with Figs & Pistachio

Blackberry Crumble with Figs & Pistachio

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This blackberry and fig pistachio oat crumble is about as simple and basic as they come, and though it’s vegan and gluten-free it’s just...
Grünkern Pilaf with Spinach & Chickpeas

Grünkern Pilaf with Spinach & Chickpeas

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Grünkern pilaf makes for the perfect whole grain side dish – one that won’t bore you to death! I have seriously fallen in love...

Simple & delicious plant-based dishes

In the vegan kitchen you will find simple recipes made with grains such as barley, spelt, quinoa, amaranth or millet. There are also legumes, which are a great source of plant-based protein. This includes lentils, beans of all kinds (such as butter beans, black beans, green beans, kidney beans and of course my favorite, chickpeas). You’ll also find vegan based protein sources such as tofu. And of course, on a vegan table you will aslo find a lot of pasta and rice dishes, as well as fresh fruit and vegetables.

Easy flavorful vegan meals

Eating vegan doesn’t have to mean boring, bland or complicated. On the contrary! For me, vegan cooking means creating vibrant meals flavoured with spices and fresh herbs, using high-quality ingredients that feature whole, plant-based foods and fresh seasonal produce.

On Elle Republic you will discover delicious plant-​based recipes including breakfast ideas, lunch and dinner recipes to vegan baked goods and desserts. Oh, and of course you will also find easy vegan snack and appetizer ideas!

Vegan cooking and baking made easy

In addition to excluding meat and fish, a vegan diet excludes all other animal products. This means all recipes are made without dairy products, eggs or honey. Honey is replaced with maple, date or agave syrup. For vegan baking recipes eggs are replaced with either chia seeds, linseeds, psyllium husk, apple sauce, mashed banana or even mashed winter squash. Dairy is easily replaced with plant-based products, such as unsweetened soy milk, almond milk, and coconut or tofu products.

Many of my vegetarian recipes can be easily adapted for a vegan diet. Be sure to check out my vegetarian recipe archive for more inspiration!

Variety of Vegan Cuisine

Vegan cuisine offers an impressive variety of recipes that add diversity to your plate. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner – there are delicious vegan alternatives for every meal.

  • Breakfast Ideas: Smoothie bowls, avocado toast, or vegan pancakes – perfect for an energetic start to the day.
  • Lunch: Colorful Buddha bowls, tasty veggie burgers, or quinoa salads – healthy and filling options for your lunch break.
  • Dinner: Creamy curries, hearty stews, or pasta with plant-based sauces – ideal for a cozy dinner.

Snacks and Desserts

There are also great vegan recipes for a quick bite or a sweet finish:

  • Snacks: Hummus with vegetable sticks, roasted chickpeas, or homemade granola bars – perfect for on the go or in between meals.
  • Desserts: Vegan brownies, chia pudding, or coconut yogurt with fresh fruit – delicious and entirely without animal products.

Tips for Preparation

Vegan recipes are not only healthy and delicious but also easy to prepare:

  • Fresh Ingredients: Ensure you use fresh and high-quality ingredients to enjoy the full flavor.
  • Spices and Herbs: Experiment with different spices and herbs to give your dishes that special touch.
  • Plant-Based Alternatives: Use plant-based alternatives to milk, cheese, and meat to enjoy your favorite dishes vegan-style.