31 Recipes You Have to Try This Veganuary — madeleine olivia (2024)

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31 Recipes You Have to Try This Veganuary

Madeleine Olivia

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Veganuary is the perfect way to try out eating a plant based diet or eating less meat for a month. Whether your motivations are health, climate, or animal welfare, I want to try and give you some simple recipes that will help show you that vegan meals can be filling, delicious and easy!

Before you start, I’d recommend checking out my Beginner’s Guide To Veganism blog post for all of my top tips as a vegan of 7+ years. Also sign up to the Veganuary website for helpful resources and visit HappyCow for the best spots for eating out. You’ll find a recipe for each day of the month, so hopefully that will be a good starting place for your month of vegan eating.

1. TENDERSTEM BROCCOLI STIRFRY

A staple stir fry using extra special broccoli and mushrooms to delight your taste buds.

Give yourself a treat with the ultimate vegan mac and cheese that will fool anyone that it’s real!

3. vegan hash browns

Try this for breakfast or pair with a fresh salad for dinner.

4. LEMON AND PEA RISOTTO

Fresh, easy and super cheap! You can’t go wrong with this lemon and pea risotto. You’ll also find most of the ingredients in the store cupboard.

5. 99p stir fry

Quick, simple and perfect for students at only 99p per serving.

6. LEMON AND SUNDRIED TOMATO SPAGHETTI

Simple dishes sometimes pack the biggest punch. Plus this is Alex's new favourite spaghetti!

7. VEGAN HOT CROSS BUNS

Hot cross buns are one of my favourite things, which is why I have my own recipe so I can treat myself to them all year round, and they’re easily made vegan!

8. EASY LENTIL RAGU

This wholesome and delicious ragu is the perfect easy meal to whip up for friends and family.

9. VEGAN CHICKPEA TUNA SANDWICH

No fish needed for this delicious sandwich filler, and it's just 5 ingredients!

10. PITTA PIZZA

The easiest and quickest way to make pizzas, is with pittas!

11. RED LENTIL SOUP

A comforting and budget-friendly meal, perfect for meal prep.

12. RED LENTIL DAHL

A household favourite, red lentil dahl is not only cheap at 47p per serving, but full of flavour.

13. One Pot Quinoa Chilli

Another recipe made for meal prep, this quinoa chilli is as simple as it is delicious.

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14. Cheap Tomato Pasta

A student staple, this hearty tomato pasta comes to only 27p per serving.

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15. BBQ Jackfruit Lettuce Wraps

Perfect for dinner parties or as a mid afternoon snack.

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16. TOFU SATAY CURRY

Love peanuts? You’ll adore this creamy satay curry that’ll be a winner with family and friends

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17. VEGAN QUESADILLAS

A quick lunch, sharing platter or delicous snack, these quaesadillas hit the spot!

18. AUTUMN VEGGIE TRAYBAKE

The ultimate lazy yet super healthy and nourishing dish!

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19. quorn fishless pie

Quorn’s fishless fillets and cupboard basics create this comforting classic that the whole family will enjoy

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20. savoury pumpkin pie

Share this savoury pumpkin with family and friends on a rainy weekend.

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21. TABBOULEH SALAD

Perfect to serve in a big serving bowl and keep the leftovers for a healthy lunch the next day.

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21. VEGAN CAESAR SALAD

A vegan twist on a classic - crispy leaves, crunchy croutons, and a creamy dressing.

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22. VEGAN MUSHROOM WELLINGTON

At easter, christmas or a cosy sunday, share this wellington as a part of a roast dinner with your family and friends.

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23. SPICY FAJITA BOWL

A different way to enjoy your fajitas is in a bowl! Serve with your favourite toppings and enjoy!

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Sweet and spicy, and super simple!

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25. HEARTY AUTUMN STEW

There is nothing more comforting than a delicious stew, and with the addition of pumpkin, it’s perfect for fall.

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26. CURRIED CHICKPEA WRAP

Super delicious and super easy, for lunch or dinner!

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27. VEGETABLE PAELLA

Inspired by our visit to Mallorca, this dish is full of colour, and a delicious smoky flavour!

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26. SWEET POTATO SALAD

Something i’ve made for years, this versatile salad can be made anywhere by anyone.

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27. VEGAN CURRY SOUP

This is basically a vegan pot noodle, but homemade (and much tastier of course).

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28. GARLIC MUSHROOM TOASTS

One of my favourite breakfasts of all time: it’s cheap, simple and absolutely delicious.

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29. VEGAN NACHOS

Microwave friendly and perfect for a lazy student night in. and it’s under £1 per portion this delicious dish!

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30. LAZY PIZZA WRAP

Make a five minute lazy pizza using a wrap as a base!

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31. BROCCOLI STALK PESTO PASTA

Use up broccoli stalks by blending them into pesto. saves waste, super healthy and totally delicious

I hope you guys find this vegan collection helpful. I’d love to see how you get on, so please share your vegan adventure with me on social media!

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FAQs

31 Recipes You Have to Try This Veganuary — madeleine olivia? ›

How does it work? No meat, poultry, seafood, dairy or eggs for 7 days (any 7 straight days). Announce to your friends, family, followers that you're doing the challenge. Add your name to the list of Challengers.

How to do the 7 day vegan challenge? ›

How does it work? No meat, poultry, seafood, dairy or eggs for 7 days (any 7 straight days). Announce to your friends, family, followers that you're doing the challenge. Add your name to the list of Challengers.

How to make vegan food satisfying? ›

5 Tips for Making a Vegan Meal Feel Filling and Satisfying
  1. Balance the plate. I think the misconception that vegan meals are all veg and nothing else gets to the issue at hand. ...
  2. Flavor with herbs and spices. ...
  3. Take on the traditional. ...
  4. Mix up the cooking technique. ...
  5. Showcase the produce.
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How much weight can you lose in 2 weeks on a vegan diet? ›

Eating a vegan diet is associated with a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer. This vegan weight loss meal plan also sets you up to lose a healthy 1 to 2 pounds per week.

How to lose belly fat vegan? ›

Vegan Snacks That Help You Lose Belly Fat
  1. Chickpea Hummus. High in protein Rich in fiber Low in fat.
  2. Fruit Kabobs. Low in calories High in vitamins Natural sweetness.
  3. Nutritional Yeast Popcorn. Low in calories High in fiber Cheesy flavor.
  4. Cucumber Slices. ...
  5. Guacamole. ...
  6. Roasted Chickpeas. ...
  7. Vegan Protein Bars. ...
  8. Smoothie Bowls.

What do vegans struggle with the most? ›

Numerous studies have shown that vegans consume insufficient calcium and vitamin D, not only owing to the absence of dairy products but also due to calcium bioavailability problems in plant-based diets [28]. Vitamin D insufficiency exacerbates calcium shortage further owing to impaired intestinal absorption.

What foods do vegans love? ›

Protein from beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, tofu, tempeh and seitan, along with healthy fats from avocado, nuts, seeds, and coconut and olive oils, can also keep your blood sugar stable. High-protein vegan diet: Protein is one of the nutrients often lacking in a vegan diet.

Why do I feel so hungry on a vegan diet? ›

Because vegan diets are more nutrient dense than calorically dense (meaning, you eat many nutrient rich plant foods with lower amounts of calories per serving), it is normal to feel hungry more frequently than non-vegans or non-vegetarians. Here's the good news – eat more!

How much weight can you lose going vegan for a week? ›

Studies have shown that a vegan diet can reduce your weight by an average of 5.6 pounds in 18 weeks, or less or more than a third of a pound per week! In theory, you can lose up to 63 pounds in a year. However, the amount you lose depends on several factors.

What is 7th day vegan? ›

What is the Seventh Day Adventist Church's stance on vegetarianism? The Seventh Day Adventist Church encourages a plant-based diet and promotes vegetarianism and veganism as part of its health message, although not all Adventists choose to follow these dietary practices.

What does a vegan eat in a week? ›

A healthy vegan diet should contain a variety of whole grains, proteins, healthy fats, and fruits and vegetables. Foods like nuts, seeds, legumes, soy products, and nutritional yeast can all help boost your protein intake throughout the day.

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