99 Vegan "School Night" Dinner Recipes! (2024)

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Back-to-School season is in full swing, and that means busy nights, new schedules to get used to and lots and lots of meal prep for school lunches, breakfast (aka power fuel) and of course dinner. Dinnertime swings around and the phrase “What’s for dinner?” can leave the cook-of-the-house in a panic to get something delicious, healthy and easy on the table in a flash. Well even though I do not have kids of my own, I absolutely remember that dinnertime rush, and I see it with my family and friends who have school-aged kids. Things can get crazy! And that is why I reached out to my blogger friends from FindingVegan and asked them to contribute an easy, fast, relatively healthy and delicious meal!

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Here they are, 99 Vegan “School Night” Dinner Recipes!..

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Thank you to all the bloggers who contributed their vegan recipes. If you see something you love, click over to their website and show them some love in their comments section! That pretty much makes every blogger’s day to hear that one of our recipes inspired someone.

99 Vegan “School Night” Dinner Recipes

1. Lentil Sloppy Joes

2. Sweet Potato Soup in a flash

3. Easy Peanut Butter Curried Chickpeas

4. Grilled Vegan Burritos by Veggies Don’t Bite

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5. Butternut Squash Chili by Savory Tooth

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9. Vegan Alfredo Pasta with veggies by The Vegan 8

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10. Vegan Meatball Subs by Karissa’s Vegan Kitchen

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11. Vegan Stuffed Shells with Cauliflower Ricotta by Veggies Don’t Bite

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12. Fave Loaded Baked Sweet Potatoes

13. 20-Minute Pasta with asparagus and tomatoes by Healthier Steps

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14. Santa Cruz Beach Burritos

15. Vegan Pumpkin Alfredo

16. Sweet Potato Black Bean Veggie Burgers by Joy Food Sunshine

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17. 3-step Peanut Soba Tofu Noodle Bowl

18. Slow-Cooker Chili with Quinoa by Yummy Mummy Kitchen

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19. Cheesy Tortilla Bake by The Vegan 8

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20. Vegan Meatballs with Spaghetti by Vegan Heaven

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21. Loaded Taco Fries by A Virtual Vegan

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22. Vegan White Bean Mac & Cheese by Rhian’s Recipes

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23. 15-minute Chickpea Curry by Trinity’s Kitchen

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24. Vegan Ranch Salad with cornbread

25. Lentil Tacos by The Garden Grazer

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26. Crispy Hoisin Tofu by Joy Food Sunshine

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27. Philly Cheese or a Mushroom Philly Cheese

28. Vegan Frittata by Sunnyside Hanne

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29. Black Bean Salsa Burgers by Veggie Inspired

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30. Vegan Mac + Cheese by Healthier Steps

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31. Avocado Basil Cream Pasta by Elephantastic Vegan

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32. Sweet Potato Kale rice by Eating Bird Food

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33. Tortilla Soup by Vegetarian Gastronomy

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34. Easy Chili Pizza by Two City Vegans

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35. BBQ Chickpea Pizza by my darling vegan

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36. BBQ Chickpea Wrap

37. “Takeout” Broccoli with Spicy Garlic Sauce by Healthy Slow Cooking

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38. Easiest Pad Thai by The Petite Cook

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39. Simple Teriyaki Tofu with Avocado by Where You Get Your Protein

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40. Vegan “Pulled” Eggplant Burger by Rhian’s Recipes

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41. Kidney Bean Burgers by VegAnnie

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42. Vegan Skillet Cauliflower Rice by Healthy Slow Cooking

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43. Avocado Basil Pesto by Veggies Save the Day

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44. Collard Wraps with Mango, Avocado by Phruitful Dish

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45. Tomato Avocado Pasta Sauce by Healthy Helper

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46. Thai Curry Fettuccine by Vegan in the Freezer

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47. Tempeh Chickpea Sloppy Joes by She Likes Food

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48. Red Thai Curry by Food Pleasure and Health

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49. Mung Bean Shepherd’s Pie by Strength and Sunshine

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50. Vegan Banh Mi Tacos by Broke foodies

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51. Vegan Jalapeño Mac n Cheese by cotter Crunch

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52. Vegan Lentil Burger by Contentedness Cooking

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53. Easy Noodle Stir Fry by Vegan Sandra

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54. Sicilian Pasta Salad by Tin and Thyme

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55. Roasted Veggies and Hummus Pitas by Happy Kitchen Rocks

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56. Easy Mexican-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes by Healthy Liv

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57. Teriyaki Tofu by Fried Dandelions

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58. Vegan Chili Cheese Tater Tots by Cadry’s Kitchen

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59. Pineapple Quinoa Fried Rice by the belly rules the mind

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60. Sriracha Veggie Burgers by V Nutrition and Wellness

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61. Green tortilla Pizza by Green Evi

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62. Tofu + Noodles with Hoisin Sauce by Vegan Richa

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63. Lentil Walnut Meatballs for pasta by Fragrant Vanilla Cake

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64. Black Bean Plantain Veggie Burgers

65. PB Sweet Potato Curry by Vegan Richa

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66. Hot Dogs by the nut free vegan

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67. Red Lentil Chili by Vegan Family Recipes

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68. Easy Weeknight Tofu by Women in Real Life

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69. Breakfast for dinner sandwiches!

70. Cuban Black Beans by that girl cooks healthy

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71. Thai Veggie Quinoa Bowl by avocado pesto

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72. Homemade Ramen by beautiful ingredient

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73. Vegan Sausages by Yumsome

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74. Jackfruit Tinga by Seitan beats your meat

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75. Pesto Pasta with Black Olives

76. Ginger Peanut Noodles by sipping on soy

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77. Spicy Bean Burgers by Tinned tomatoes

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78. Singapore Noodles by Euphoric Vegan

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79. Vegan Tofish and Chips by Elephantastic Vegan

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80. Hearty Potato Lentil Soup

81. Pumpkin Soup by The Petite Cook

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82. Speedy Sweet Potato Chili

83. Broccoli Potato White Bean Soup

84. Mediterranean Pasta by Veggie Inspired

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85. BBQ Tempeh Avocado Sandwich

86. Easy Vegan Buddha Bowl by Beautiful Ingredient

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87. Raw Avocado Pesto Pasta

88. Easy Bean Cheese Quesadillas

89. Vegan chicken by amanda nicole smith

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90. Spinach Black Bean Corn Enchiladas by Sipping on soy

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91. Easy Portobello Pizzas

92. Grits with avocado and tofu strips by Glue and Glitter

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93. Creamy Cashew Tofu Pot Pie

94. Buffalo Mac n Cheese with tempeh

95. 20-Minute Tacos by Where You Get Your Protein

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96. Pasta with Veggies Skillet

97. BBQ Hasselback Tofu

98. Cold Noodle Bowl by it doesn’t taste like chicken

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99. Avocado Macaroni Salad by one hungry bunny

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BONUS 100. MY fave got-to Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers with Avocado (over 500 comments and 800,000 shares!)

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How to go 100% vegan? ›

Cut out all animal derived ingredients and incorporate lots of whole grains, beans, legumes, tofu, nuts, and seeds for a healthy vegan diet. Swap out all of your favourite non-vegan items for vegan alternatives.

Can vegans eat eggs? ›

People who follow a vegan diet don't eat any animal foods, including dairy, eggs, and honey. About 3% of Americans follow a vegan diet. Their reasons for eating this way vary. Some vegans do it to improve their health, as research shows that a plant-based diet could lower the risk of certain diseases.

How do I make a vegan meal plan? ›

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.

What foods are 100% vegan? ›

Let's explore some categories of 100% vegan foods:
  • Fruits and Vegetables. ...
  • Grains and Cereals. ...
  • Legumes. ...
  • Nuts and Seeds. ...
  • Plant-Based Milk. ...
  • Tofu and Tempeh. ...
  • Plant-Based Meat Alternatives. ...
  • Vegan Cheese.
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Is vegan whole 30 possible? ›

The Plant-Based Whole30 was launched in March 2022, after two years in development. The Plant-Based Whole30 does not include any animal protein and fats. It uses beans, lentils, peas, soy, compatible protein powders, nuts, and seeds to ensure adequate protein; and includes only plant-based fat sources.

Is peanut butter vegan? ›

Most peanut butter is vegan

Some types may also contain other additives and ingredients like molasses, sugar, or agave syrup — all of which are considered vegan. Therefore, most types of peanut butter are free of animal products and can be enjoyed as part of a vegan diet.

Is vegan really healthier? ›

Is vegan a healthy lifestyle? Vegan diets can be a part of a healthy lifestyle when planned and implemented correctly. Like any eating plan to restrict specific food groups, vegan diets can come up short in essential nutrients such as protein, calcium, iron and vitamin B12.

Are Oreos vegan? ›

In short, the vast majority of Oreos are vegan and do not contain any animal ingredients (not even milk!). These include: Classic Oreos, Golden Oreos, Double Stuff, and Chocolate Cream Oreos. The only Oreos which are not suitable for vegans are the Peanut Butter flavoured biscuits which contain milk.

What vegan meal can I eat everyday? ›

For a healthy vegan diet: eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day. base meals on potatoes, bread, rice, pasta or other starchy carbohydrates (choose wholegrain where possible)

What are the most filling foods for vegans? ›

Healthful foods that are high in protein, fiber, or both tend to be filling. Rich sources of protein for vegans include foods such as soybeans, pulses, and some nuts and seeds. Oats, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and fruit are all good sources of fiber.

Can vegans eat tortillas? ›

Generally, tortillas are suitable for vegan diets, often made from ingredients such as wheat flour, corn, water, vegetable oil, and salt. However, some brands may include non-vegan additives like glycerin or vitamin D, and traditional recipes might use lard.

What is the most eaten vegan food? ›

10 of the most popular vegan recipes
  • Mexican guacamole. Everyone's favourite Mexican dip is 100% vegan. ...
  • Stuffed green bell peppers. Stuffed peppers are prepared in a variety of ways. ...
  • Tabbouleh. ...
  • Spring rolls with soy sauce. ...
  • Caponata. ...
  • Gazpacho. ...
  • Biryani. ...
  • Panzanella.
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What is strict vegan meal? ›

Also known as a vegan or strict vegetarian meal, this meal is completely free of animal products or by-products. It does not contain any meat, fish, dairy, eggs, honey or other animal products or by-products.

Can you live 100% vegan? ›

With good planning and an understanding of what makes up a healthy, balanced vegan diet, you can get all the nutrients your body needs. If you do not plan your diet properly, you could miss out on essential nutrients, such as calcium, iron, vitamin B12, iodine and selenium.

How can a vegan hit 100g protein? ›

100 grams of vegan protein
  1. ¼ cup of protein granola (10 grams of protein)
  2. One scoop of plant-based protein powder (20 grams)
  3. 1 ounce of nuts (5 grams)
  4. Two tablespoons of peanut butter (7 grams)
  5. Two tablespoons of chia seeds (about 10 grams)
  6. One tablespoon of hemp seeds (4 grams)
  7. Two slices of rye bread (10 grams)
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How to go vegan without dying? ›

Start with eating plenty of nutrient-dense plant foods like broccoli, spinach, cucumber, celery, squash, asparagus, seaweed, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and almonds. Legumes, while not Paleo, will likely be a part of a vegan diet. Peas, edamame, lentils, kidney beans, and tofu are popular options.

What is the highest level of vegan? ›

Level 5 vegans are those who are seen as incredibly committed to the vegan lifestyle, and are often hailed as “extreme vegans”. Level 5 vegans go to an extensive effort to follow a vegan lifestyle that is free of any type of animal product or animal exploitation.

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