Vegan Recipes
Are you looking for a vegan recipe with some thing a little different? Peruse this collection of tasty international vegan recipes and be inspired to prepare some exquisite and delightful vegan meals.
These recipes will take you through a variety of vegan cuisines from around the globe. From everyday meals, seasonal recipes, sandwich recipes, through to lunches your kids will love!
Be sure to check out our vegetarian recipes!
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Vegan Leek Quiche
Impress your guests this Christmas with this simple yet tasty vegan leek and tofu quiche. As an added bonus; it can be made nut free and gluten free!
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Vegan Banoffee Pie
The perfect vegan dessert for Christmas, this Vegan Banoffee Pie with Date Caramel Sauce will be hard to beat.
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Vegan Peppermint Mocha Cookies
Full of chocolatety pepperminty flavour these vegan cookies are perfect for a treat on Christmas day.
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Vegan Rhubarb Ginger Upside-Down Cake
Tickle your taste buds with this tangy-sweet rhubarb and spicy-sweet candied ginger vegan upside-down cake.
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Chickpea Curry With Cauliflower And Potatoes
An easy peasy vegan, soy-free, nut-free and gluten-free one pot chickpea curry that takes no more than 15 minutes to put together.
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Garlic, Chilli And Lemon Mushroom Scallops
Hunt down some mushrooms and give these vegan mushroom scallops a go, they will soon be your new favourite snack.
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Holiday Nog
A delicious vegan take on the classic holiday drink. Perfect for getting you in the festive mood.
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15-Minute Stir-Fried Mushrooms
Fabulous for a quick lunch or dinner, this easy mushroom stir fry is packed full of flavour.
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Vegan Salted Chocolate Hazelnut Tart
A decadent salted chocolate and hazelnut flavoured tart with a smooth silky vegan filling and shortbread crust.
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Maple Pumpkin Parfaits
This vegan Maple Pumpkin Parfait is a great way to enjoy dessert without too much sugar!
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Vegan Feta
If you haven’t tried vegan feta before give this one a go, its a delicious addition to your summer salad.
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Vegan Karaage
A popular Japanese snack made from your choice of protein marinated in a soy based sauce, tossed in potato starch, and deep fried until golden and crispy.
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Vegan Chou Farci
An eye catching dish made up of cabbage leaves stuffed with barley and lentils.
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Brussels Sprouts Stew
Enjoy this delicious creamy coconut and cashew flavoured dish any night of the week.
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Homemade Pineapple Whip
Vegan, sugar-free and dairy-free, this Pineapple Whip is the perfect Spring treat.
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Fermented Mushroom Sausages
Known as Naem Het in Thailand, these yummy vegan sausages are made from shredded mushroom fermented with sticky rice and garlic.
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Crispy Un-Fried Onion Rings
Simply irresistible crispy onion rings that are baked not fried.
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Pita Packets With Broccoli And Tofu
These neat pita packets are stuffed with delicious broccoli and tofu
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Raw Zucchini Pasta With Pesto
This bright green raw zucchini pasta is healthy and easy to make, and comes with a delicious pesto sauce.
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Vietnamese Asparagus Soup
A delicious broth-based soup and a vegan take on traditional Vietnamese Pho recipes.
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Black Bean Vegetable Chipotle Soup
A spicy south-western style soup bowl, with the goodness of beans and the warm of chipotle seasoning.
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Corn Zucchini Galette
A galette is a cross between a pie and a pizza, and store-bought dough makes this a simple recipe to carry out.
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Vegan Cannoli Bites
A recipe for bite-sized Italian desserts.
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BBQ Jackfruit Buns
Asian-style buns are a great snack, and barbequed jackfruit makes for a perfect meat replacement.
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S’mores Tart
S’mores are a classic American dessert treat, and this vegan recipe means you can make them with or without a campfire.
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Antipasto Pizza
A vegan pizza with classic antipasto flavours such as olives, pesto and sun dried tomatoes.
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Chilli Basil Eggplant
The sweet softness of eggplant is offset with chilli and basil, and it’s a perfect alternative to tofu or other meat substitutes.
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Roast Root Vegetable Salad
A light crisp salad with roasted seasonal root vegetables added for extra bulk and carbohydrates and a mildly spicy sauce.
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Black Bean Chipotle Soup
A warm and spicy soup with Southern spices such as chipotle along with black beans and other vegetables of your choice.
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Raspberry Chia Pudding
A sweet and tasty pudding that’s good for you as well – using chia seed to make a thick and creamy pudding base along with the dairy-free milk of your …
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Yellow Split Pea Dahl
A warm Dahl curry using yellow split peas – a filling, low calorie meal to keep you going on winter days.
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Coconut Bacon
An ingenious way to replicate the taste and texture of bacon, perfect for adding to salads, pizzas, or any other dish you like.
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Vegetable Chickpea and Quinoa Ratatouille
A deliciously warm and hearty ratatouille recipe, with quinoa and chickpea for added body and goodness.
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Vegan Malteser Slice
For vegans craving the taste of Malteser candy without the dairy, this recipe creates a deliciously accurate duplicate.
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Cheesy Jalapeno Potatoes
A vegan recipe for delicious crisp potato fries, drizzled in vegan cheese sauce and topped with Jalapeno peppers for extra kick.
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Holiday Loaf With Maple Glaze
A vegan holiday loaf made from butter beans and flour, accompanied with apple walnut stuffing and a maple glaze.
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Vegan Pavlova
Vegans may think that a pavlova is an impossible dessert, but a canny trick using chickpea juice and coconut cream works miracles.
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Baby Kale Chickpea Lemon Pasta
This dish is full of simple ingredients that are easy to throw together for a fresh, healthy meal any day of the week.
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Mini Peppermint Crisp Puddings
A tasty vegan dessert treats, these are like miniature tira misu cups with a minty, crispy twist formed with coconut biscuits of your choice.
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Coconut Custard Pudding
For vegans, getting a rich creamy pudding can be a struggle – this however makes it easy with full-cream coconut milk and dark chocolate.
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Apple Pie Oatmeal Cookies
These apple oatmeal cookies combine the goodness of oatmeal with fresh sweet apples.
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Fat-Free Lentil Tacos
These fat-free tacos use lentils to create a delicious filling, to which you can add all your favourite toppings.
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Tofu Curry
A tofu and chickpea curry with fresh spinach and tomatoes, perfect for a light dinner or lunch.
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Saffron Shankarpali
Flavoured lightly with saffron, these small crisp bite-sized parcels are filled with sugar and deep-fried.
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Chickpea And Quinoa Burger
A satisfying burger with a chickpea and quinoa patty, as well as any additional toppings you like. Make gluten free with GF burger buns.
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Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake
This double layered cheesecake uses pumpkin to gently and naturally sweeten and provide a smooth creamy texture.
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Bananas Baked in Phyllo
Phyllo pastry is light, sweet, and a perfect accompaniment to these baked bananas. A date-sweetened chocolate sauce is drizzled over top.
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Applesauce Ginger Cake
Applesauce makes this cake amazingly moist, and ginger makes it warm, sweet and gently spicy.
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Lentil Walnut Rolls
If you’ve been looking for a vegan alternative to sausage rolls, these lentil walnut rolls are a perfect solution.
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Choc Mint Ice Cream Popsicles
The perfect treat for summer, the chocolate and mint flavours combine to make a fresh iced sweet.
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Deep Fried Pickles With Ranch Sauce
Not all vegan food is necessarily healthy, but these deep fried pickles with a ranch dipping sauce are definitely delicious.
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Crispy Cajun Potatoes With Tomato Mayo
Bite-sized potato pieces with a very spicy coating and tangy mayo sauce – recommended for seasoned spice masters.
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Spaghetti Squash With Tomato Cannellini Beans
Create an edible bowl out of spaghetti squash, roasted and filled with a delicious tomato cannellini bean mix.
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Chocolate Covered Peppermint Marshmallows
For a quick sweet that isn’t too saccharine, these marshmallows are a simple fix.
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Deviled Eggs
If you thought deviled eggs weren’t possible for vegans, this recipe proves otherwise!
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Brown Fried Rice
Brown fried rice has health benefits of extra fibre, and a delicious earthy taste.
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Lentil & Kidney Bean Chilli
A hearty lentil and kidney bean chilli recipe, perfect for winter and served alongside hot rice or corn chips.
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Raw Peanut Butter And Cacao Tarts
They may not be completely healthy, but these raw tarts are as close as you’ll get while still being a sweet rich treat.
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Red Velvet Pancakes
If you love red velvet cake, you definitely need to try these red velvet pancakes which offer the same smooth taste and vivid colour.
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Spiced Apple Cake
This lightly spiced cake is a perfect use for a fresh harvest of apples, best served with a dash of vegan yoghurt or cream.
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Beet And Quinoa Salad
A fresh healthy salad that uses the sweet taste of beets as well as quinoa to bulk things up.
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Homemade Veggie Dogs
These homemade veggie dogs are easy to make and can be loaded up with your favourite toppings.
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White Bean Stew
White beans take on the warm rich flavour of this hearty winter stew recipe.
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Black Bean Veggie Baked Tostadas
A fun and filling Mexican recipe for baked tostadas.
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Blueberry Kale Pops
A delicious frozen recipe for something sweet but healthy on a hot day.
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Jam Tart Cookies
A classic recipe for sweet, elegant cookies that can use any fruit jam you desire for a range of flavours.
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Pumpkin Pie Maple Cream
A delicious pie filling that combines the classic autumn flavours of pumpkin and maple.
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Mac N Cheese Pizza
Combine two of the greatest foods known to man – macaroni cheese and pizza.
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Fat Free Dal Tadka
A tasty vegetarian curry recipe that’s also light on the waistline.
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Marinated Zucchini And Chickpea Salad
A light marinade is a nice touch to this light an easy salad.
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Kale And Quinoa Salad With Black Beans
A filling, healthy salad rich in both fibre and iron.
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Spiced Apple Cake
A soft, moist apple cake recipe with a spicy hint that complements the fruit.
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Kale And Basil Pesto
A fresh pesto that’s perfect for spreading on bread, chips and vegetables.
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Maple Walnut Ice Cream Slice
A delicious summer recipe complemented by the warm taste of maple and walnuts.
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Cheeseburger Pizza
Cheeseburgers are great, pizza is great – what could be better than this vegan cheeseburger pizza?
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Cumin Infused Vegetables On Quinoa
Cumin adds a warmth and depth to the simple flavours of veggies, lentils and quinoa.
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Chocolate Orange Cake
Mixes the rich sweetness of chocolate with a citrus edge, making a wonderfully moist cake.
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Confetti Cornbread
A brightly coloured corn bred recipe scattered with delicious vegetable pieces.
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Cauliflower Dal With Panch Phoran
A smooth curry with cauliflower to bulk it up, best served with rice or naan.
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Chili Mac
Macaroni and cheese can get a little bit bland – which makes it perfectly suited to a splash of chili!
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Banana Date Walnut Muffins
Soft and light, these muffins offer a delicious combination of banana and date flavours.
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Healthy Caesar Salad
A classic Caesar salad that’s easy on the waistline while remaining fresh and delicious.
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Beetroot And Chocolate Cake
An unusual combination, but one that produces a moist rich cake with a distinct flavour.
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Broccoli Slaw With Pineapple Curry Dressing
Try something a little different with this slightly tropical, slightly spicy sauce over a broccoli coleslaw.
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Pimento Cheese Style Hummus
A rich and cheesy style of hummus, great as a sandwich filler or just to dip fresh vegetables into.
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Jackson Bowl
A dish designed to capture the local essence of Jackson, Mississippi with a special “comeback sauce”.
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Crispy Sweet Chili Zucchini
A delicious combination of sweet soft zucchini and crispy outer coating.
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Vanilla Cinnamon Cashew Milk
Warm sweet milk that’s 100% vegan and easy to make.
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Homemade Baked Beans
Warm, hearty and perfect for winter – these homemade baked beans are simple and customisable for fussy kids.
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Rocket And Pear Salad
A light and refreshing salad topped with candied walnuts.
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Cherry Rum Balls
Decadent and rich, with a sweet combination of cherry and rum. Perfect for an evening’s dessert.
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3 Minute Chickpea Salad
If you’re short on time and want to grab a healthy and filling meal, this colourful salad will fit the bill and can use any seasonal vegetables you have on …
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Chickpea And Kale Stew
Loaded with goodness, this stew is a blend of super foods that’s guaranteed to keep you warm and full.
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Almost Healthy Carrot Cake
This carrot cake is still rich and delicious, but manages to be a little healthier than the average recipe.
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Kering Tempeh Manis
Learn how to make tempeh delicious with this simple but inspiring Indonesian recipe.
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Zucchini Noodles With Sesame Peanut Sauce
Make your very own low fat, healthy “noodles” out of zuchinni and complement them with a rich peanut and sesame sauce.
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Roast Asparagus Salad With Chickpeas And Potatoes
A tasty and filling salad, perfect as an accompaniment or even as a main dish.
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Orange Sesame Coleslaw
A coleslaw with an unusual flavour combination of warm sweet sesame and refreshing orange.
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Red Cabbage And Tofu Salad With Sesame Dressing
A traditional sesame dressing is the key to this healthy salad dish, perfect as a base or side.
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Vietnamese Sweet And Sour Soup
A mixture of Vietnamese flavours and spices categorise this light, veggie-rich soup.
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Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream
Ice cream can be one of the trickier treats to indulge in as a vegan, but this recipe brings all the richness and decadence you could ever want.
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Vegan Fry Up Samosas
Spicy and a little bit sweet, samosas are a savoury treat bursting with lentils.
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Dairy Free Oatmeal
Nothing beats a hot bowl of oatmeal (or porridge) on a cold morning, and this recipe uses coconut milk to make it suitable for vegans too.
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Ceviche
A ceviche is a useful little side dish or dip that uses fresh ripe avocados.
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Chocolate Hazelnut Toffee Tart
Ready for a little indulgence? This tart recipe combines three luxurious flavours.
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Light Pad Thai
A healthy version of one of New Zealand’s favourite Thai dishes.
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Kale And Tofu Dumplings
Kale has established itself as a modern superfood, and this recipe combines it with filling tofu protein.
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Garlic And Herb Hash Browns
Who says hash browns have to be bland? These herb-filled potato cakes are filling, healthy and tasty.
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Caesar Salad
A classic, simple salad that’s easy to throw together next to any meal.
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Cannelini, Fennel And Rosemary Pate
A light and fresh pate that would be great as a side or part of a finger food spread.
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Baked Caramel Cheesecake
Who says vegans can’t have cheesecake? This sumptuous, velvety dish proves them wrong.
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Peach Cobbler
Peach cobbler (or crumble as we would know it here) is a warm, homely dessert that makes use of summer fruits.
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Crispy Tempeh And Brown Rice Sushi
This recipe uses crispy tempeh and avocado to create a deliciously filling vegan sushi. Of course, you can mix and match the ingredients according to taste and what’s left in …
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Rainbow Tofu Tagine
Delicious, easy to make and colourful for the table, this tagine recipe packs a spicy Moroccan-inspired punch.
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Red Velvet Cupcakes With Peppermint Frosting
A classic smooth red velvet cupcake with rich cream cheese frosting – topped with a candycane for a minty twist.
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Butter Chicken
Recreate this Indian favourite using soy nuggets or whatever mock chicken brand is available to you.
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Chilli And Basil Polenta Salad
Use polenta as the central protein in this spicy, healthy salad dish.
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Pear And Pecan Side Salad
An unusual but delicious flavour combination that makes for a sweet, refreshing side salad.
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Vegan Zucchini Frittata
Use tofu to recreate the texture of softly scrambled eggs, then add any vegetables you want to this delicious frittata.
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Korean Inspired Bowl
A bowl full of goodness inspired by healthy and delicious Korean cooking.
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Dehydrated Cheesy Kale Chips
Crispy, salty and totally healthy – these kale chips are a great substitute for potato crisps.
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Israeli Couscous Jewel Salad
As good for you as it is beautiful to look at, this traditional Israeli dish features pomegranate and pistachios.
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Banana Split Ice Cream Sandwiches
A sweet icy treat that is perfect for long summer days.
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Cherry Cheesecake
A deliciously indulgent cheesecake recipe, with a sweet jelly-like cherry layer.
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Pumpkin And Brown Rice Mini Burgers
Bite-sized burgers that are perfect for kids or as a snack.
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Baked Cinnamon Doughnuts
Nothing beats the warm soft texture and spicy-sweet aroma of freshly made doughnuts.
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Lavender Melting Moments
The subtle taste and scent of lavender give these traditional treats an elegant and refreshing quality.
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Beer Battered “Fish” And Chips
Kiwi vegans rejoice! The classic family takeaway has been given an animal-friendly spin.
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Healthy Bean Burritos
A Mexican favourite, loaded with the goodness and fibre of beans.
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Individual Blueberry Grunts
Miniature blueberry crumbles are perfect for guests or as portion control.
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Corn Fritters With Avocado And Lime
Tasty, easy to make fritters that are a great side dish or part of a savoury breakfast.
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Baked Spiced Pumpkin Donuts
Designed for Halloween but tasty at any time of year, these mini donuts are a great snack.
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Strawberry Chocolate Cookies
The perfect flavour combination wrapped in neat little parcels of dough.
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Pumpkin And Kale Stuffed Polenta Patties
These filling patties can be used as a side dish or as part of a vegan burger.
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Hot Mulled Spice Apple Drink
A warming winter drink with gentle spices.
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Seaweed And Chickpea Salad
Use subtle seaweed flavours to add a light saltiness to this moist chickpea salad.
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Healthy Summer Nachos
For hot days when you don’t feel like a heavy meal, these nachos will hit the spot and are easy on the waistline.
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Roasted Red Pepper And Almond Hummus
Hummus is naturally vegan, healthy and super versatile. This recipe uses almonds to add a rich mellow flavour.
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Creamy Artichoke Spinach Dip
A creamy dip that uses only wholesome ingredients and no vegan substitute items, making it easy to prepare in any kitchen.
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Peanut Curry With Spice Brown Rice And Cabbage Subzi
An authentic traditional Indian Maharashtian dish, that uses simple ingredients to create strong distinctive flavours.
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Crispy “Chicken” Tacos
Spicy and tasty, vegan tacos are a breeze to cook with pre-made flavours and soy nuggets fried to resemble crispy chicken.
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Custom Fries
Chunky potato fries, crispy and full of flavour. Baked rather than fried for a healthier option.
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Butternut Squash Soup With Cinnamon Cream
A warm and creamy soup recipe, perfect for using up the last of the winter vegetables.
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Buckwheat Waffles
With the benefits of buckwheat, these waffles can almost be justified as healthy! Either way, they’re delicious and vegan.
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Vegan Iced Chocolate
With clever uses of dairy substitutes, this rich iced chocolate is easy to make and a treat for vegans.
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Caramelised Onion Tart
A tasty savoury treat that uses either pre-made or hand-made flakey pastry, depending on the difficulty level you are after.
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Pizza Scrolls
A kiwi classic in vegan form – perfect as a snack, lunchbox filler or side dish with dinner.
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Crepes With Orange Cream Cheese
A deliciously sweet crepe recipe with vegan cream cheese and apricot-walnut syrup for drizzling.
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Whole Wheat Vegan Pancakes
A light, fuffy pancake recipe with the goodness of whole wheat flour.
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Candied Yams
Roasted yams in a sweet sticky sauce – a tasty winter accompaniment to any meal.
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Falafels
Crispy falafels, perfect on their own as a snack or as part of a spread.
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Sticky Date Pudding
A traditional pudding stewing in delicious caramel sauce.
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Arabic Lentil Soup
Lentils are an inexpensive way for vegeterains and vegans to gain essential protein and iron, and are delicious in soups.
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Healthy Waffles
These whole wheat waffles are a healthy treat – well, less unhealthy than the average waffle anyway.
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King Oyster Mushroom with Chilli
A unique vegan dish that cleverly recreates the flavour and texture of oysters.
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Wholegrain Carrot Bread
A lowfat recipe that is both healthy and delicious, creating a savory carrot loaf.
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Red Bean Ice Lolly
A mildly sweet frozen treat that requires no milk or dairy.
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Simple Scones
An easy-to-make vegan version of a kiwi favourite.
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Brown Rice, Chia, Sesame Balls
These bite-sized balls make a perfect snack for gatherings and parties.
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Tomato Dal With Phulkas
A super healthy, fat-free curry with equally guilt-free Phulkas on the side.
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Roasted Root Vegetables
An array of roasted root vegetables, perfect for wintertime lunches and dinners.
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Watermelon Cake
An elegant and ingenious way to serve fresh watermelon.
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Avocado Pie
A creamy, tangy pie with a refreshing green filling. Also gluten free.
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Marmalade Glazed Tofu
A hot and sweet tofu recipe that’s easy to prepare.
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Stuffed Poached Pears
Use vegan chocolate for this elegant spiced fruit desert.
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Honeydew Granitas
A sweet refreshing treat that’s perfect for summer.
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Teriyaki Eggplant Steaks
A grilled dish that uses eggplants to soak up a tasty Teriyaki marinade.
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Brown Rice Pilaf In Acorn Squash Bowls
Make the best of the winter squash and pumpkin season with this delicious pilaf recipe.
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Spicy Legume And Tomato Soup
A mildly spicy dish that’s packed with protein.
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Cabbage Stir Fry
A Sri Lankan style stir-fry dish that works with practically any vegetable.
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Cajun Brown Rice With Veggies and Red Beans
A simple one-pot meal with a hearty cajun flavour.
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Pea Fritters With Tamarind Jelly
A delicious vegan fritter with a crispy panko bread crumb coating.
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Pecan And Oat Crusted Tofu
A spicy, citrusy cooked tofu recipe.