Allow Me To Introduce You To Mushroom Bacon That Will Blow Your Mind
Vegan Mushroom Bacon Breakfast Toast
This hearty breakfast loaded with mushroom-style bacon, hummus, tomatoes, and fresh herbs will have even your carnivorous friends curious.
Per serving: 151 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated), 21 g carbs, 4 g sugar, 204 mg sodium, 3 g fiber, 4 g protein
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
This oatmeal bake is basically breakfast cake. Use nut milk and a flax egg to make it vegan.
Per serving: 443 calories, 16 g fat (4 g saturated), 68 g carbs, 10 g sugar, 279 mg sodium, 10 g fiber, 9 g protein
Balsamic Marinated Portobello Pizzas
Topped with macadamia nut cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and thinly sliced veggies, these zesty pizza bites are as tasty as they are adorable.
Per serving: 301 calories, 22 g fat (3 g saturated), 23 g carbs, 12 g sugar, 179 mg sodium, 5 g fiber, 6 g protein
Mango Burrito Bowls with Crispy Tofu and Peanut Sauce
Give your favorite Asian fare the Mexican fiesta treatment with this protein-packed burrito bowl.
Per serving: 678 calories, 24 g fat (3.5 g saturated), 90 g carbs, 34 g sugar, 724 mg sodium, 11 g fiber, 27 g protein
Chickpea Noodle Soup
This heart-healthy, plant-based version of grandma's classic boasts tons of fiber from the chickpeas, veggies, and whole wheat noodles.
Per serving: 312 calories, 8 g fat (1 g saturated), 53 g carbs, 9 g sugar, 1020 mg sodium, 10 g fiber, 11 g protein
Crispy Shallot Spring Rolls with Seared Tofu
Super-light soy paper lets the fresh and delicious rice noodles, shredded veggies, and tofu in these wraps shine.
Per serving: 199 calories, 8 g fat (1 g saturated), 27 g carbs, 6 g sugar, 252 mg sodium, 3 g fiber, 7 g protein
Cashew-Crusted Cauliflower "Steaks"
From the tangy, nutty crust to the date and onion relish, these cauli "steaks" are the perfect meal for anyone looking to mimic that knife-and-fork action of eating a steak made of meat.
Per serving: 386 calories, 26 g fat (4 g saturated), 32 g carbs, 7 g sugar, 697 mg sodium, 7 g fiber, 13 g protein
Vegan BLT Sandwiches
Give the coconut bacon in this recipe a shot; it'll completely blow your mind (and tastebuds).
Per serving: 637 calories, 70 g fat (6 g saturated), 59 g carbs, 19 g sugar, 993 mg sodium, 27 g fiber, 17 g protein
Creamy Mushroom Risotto with Millet
No meat or dairy here. Vegan butter, white wine, vegetable stock, and nutritional yeast make this risotto super rich.
Per serving: 236 calories, 8 g fat (3 g saturated), 34 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 191 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 7 g protein
Hearty Spaghetti with Lentil Marinara
Not only do lentils offer B vitamins, protein, and fiber, but they mimic the texture of ground beef well in this Bolognese.
Per serving: 355 calories, 4 g fat (0 g saturated), 66 g carbs, 9 g sugar, 861 mg sodium, 10 g fiber, 14 g protein
Sweet Potato Black Bean Tostadas
When you’re craving Mexican takeout, DIY it with these plant-filled tostadas, complete with pickled jalape?os and your favorite tangy hot sauce.
Per serving: 827 calories, 45 g fat (10 g saturated), 91 g carbs, 10 g sugar, 2591 mg sodium, 28 g fiber, 25 g protein
Colorful Veggie Lettuce Wraps
Eating your greens is far more appealing when they come wrapped in a bright-hued package. Loaded with edamame hummus, soba noodles and purple cabbage, this light lunch is the stuff of plant-based dreams.
Per serving: 123 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated), 13 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 340 mg sodium, 2 g fiber, 5 g protein
30-Minute Tempeh Stir-Fry
If tofu isn't for you, the marinated tempeh in this stir-fry is totally devourable.
Per serving: 526 calories, 26 g fat (4 g saturated), 54 g carbs, 14 g sugar, 636 mg sodium, 10 g fiber, 23 g protein
Garden Veggie Vegan Buddha Bowl
Toss rice, quinoa, radish, berries, and greens in a simple oil-and-vinegar dressing and you’ve got a tasty meal that’ll keep you full for hours.
Per serving: 375 calories, 16 g fat (2 g saturated), 51 g carbs, 19 g sugar, 49 mg sodium, 7 g fiber, 13 g protein
Cauliflower Bahn Mi Sandwich
This vegan take on a Vietnamese delicacy uses caramelized cauliflower and plant-based aioli to complement the baguette and pickled vegetables.
Per serving: 719 calories, 44 g fat (5 g saturated), 64 g carbs, 26 g sugar, 3046 mg sodium, 7 g fiber, 7 g protein
Vegan Avocado Fudge Brownies
Loaded with wholesome ingredients like avocado, crunchy natural peanut butter, millet, almond flour, and more, these brownies will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Per serving: 240 calories, 16 g fat (3 g saturated), 23 g carbs, 6 g sugar, 7 mg sodium, 6 g fiber, 8 g protein
Breakfast Hash Browns and Veggie Skillet
Turn your kitchen into the greasy diner of your dreams (minus the actual grease) with this super comforting breakfast.
Per serving: 496 calories, 33 g fat (5 g saturated), 43 g carbs, 9 g sugar, 525 mg sodium, 13 g fiber, 8 g protein
Jalape?o Chickpea Mac and Cheese
Comfort food doesn’t need to come out of a box with this spicy, homemade mac.
Per serving: 431 calories, 9 g fat (1 g saturated), 69 g carbs, 9 g sugar, 440 mg sodium, 17 g fiber, 27 g protein
Healthy Vegan Jambalaya
Who needs shrimp and sausage? The bold jalape?o, garlic, cayenne, and onion in this jambalaya hold their own.
Per serving: 246 calories, 4 g fat (1 g saturated), 43 g carbs, 5 g sugar, 540 mg sodium, 11 g fiber, 11 g protein
Plant-Based Slow Cooker Chili
Mastering a simple and tasty chili is the cornerstone of surviving Meatless Mondays—and this one packs a plethora of contrasting flavors.
Per serving: 326 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated), 64 g carbs, 6 g sugar, 508 mg sodium, 13 g fiber, 14 g protein
Breakfast Nachos
Whoever said herbivores have no fun clearly never tried these breakfast-approved nachos.
Per serving: 541 calories, 18 g fat (2 g saturated), 72 g carbs, 4 g sugar, 1025 mg sodium, 16 g fiber, 29 g protein
Savory Breakfast Salad
With hearty ingredients like sweet potato, avocado, hemp seed, hummus, and seasonal fruit, this salad is totally breakfast-worthy.
Per serving: 523 calories, 38 g fat (12 g saturated), 58 g carbs, 156 mg sodium, 15 g sugar, 15 g fiber, 8 g protein
Vegan Eggplant Meatballs
White beans and whole-wheat breadcrumbs hold together the eggplant, parsley, garlic, and onion in these flavorful meat-free meatballs.
Per serving: 260 calories, 7 g fat (2 g saturated), 43 g carbs, 307 mg sodium, 1 g sugar, 9 g fiber, 8 g protein
No-Bake Carrot Bites
Bye bye, overpriced Starbucks cake pops. These antioxidant-rich cake bites make for a great breakfast or sweet treat.
Per serving: 142 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated), 24 g carbs, 44 mg sodium, 20 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein
Freezable Vegan Burger
Meal prepping has never been easier with these plant-packed patties. Make 'em in batches to freeze and enjoy over the next few months.
Per serving: 195 calories, 13 g fat (2 g saturated), 15 g carbs, 466 mg sodium, 2 g sugar, 7 g fiber, 7 g protein
Mexican Quinoa Skillet Dinner
It doesn’t get more balanced and delicious than this totally wholesome Mexican skillet meal.
Per serving: 333 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated), 44 g carbs, 555 mg sodium, 7 g sugar, 7 g fiber, 2 g protein
Maple Pecan Cinnamon Scones
Made of whole-wheat flour, raw pecans, arrowroot, and apple cider vinegar, these tasty treats pack fiber, protein, and unsaturated fats.
Per serving: 207 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated), 34 g carbs, 243 mg sodium, 9 g sugar, 5 g fiber, 5 g protein
Super Simple Vegan Burrito Bowl
Swap the tortilla for this bowl and you can load up on beans and greens to your heart's content.
Per serving: 423 calories, 10 g fat (2 g saturated), 71 g carbs, 796 mg sodium, 10 g sugar, 12 g fiber, 12 g protein
Roasted Radish Lemony Chickpea Pasta
With as much protein as a giant egg omelette, this pasta dish is doused in a homemade lemon herb sauce you'll want to devour.
Per serving: 435 calories, 16 g fat (2 g saturated), 53 g carbs, 222 mg sodium, 3 g sugar, 11 g fiber, 21 g protein
Citrus Coconut Vegan Cake With Coconut Frosting
Lower in sugar than your average store-bought cake, this vegan variety certainly delivers in flavor and Instagrammability.
Per serving: 252 calories, 20 g fat (17 g saturated), 41 g carbs, 220 mg sodium, 7 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein
Cuban Sweet Potato Picadillo Bowls
Can’t decide whether you’re craving savory or sweet? With its hearty blend of chickpeas, dried berries, tomatoes, garlic, olives and more, this Latin-inspired dish takes care of both.
Per serving: 296 calories, 14 g fat (1 g saturated), 39 g carbs, 510 mg sodium, 10 g sugar, 11 g fiber, 9 g protein
Meatless Monday just got so much more appealing.