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Our Top 8 Vegan Plant-Based Recipes From This Year

Finding truly crave-worthy vegan and plant-based recipes can be tough, but these go straight to the top of our must-make list. From spicy snacks to hearty mains, these dishes are reader-favorite winners you’ll want to come back to whenever nothing else sounds good.

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Updated on Sat, 09 May 2026
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Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
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“These hit the perfect spicy-satisfying note and even my non-vegan friends snapped them up. Quick, crispy, and totally addictive!” —SammyD

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BBQ Chickpea Slaw Wrap

BBQ Chickpea Slaw Wrap
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Filled with smoky BBQ chickpeas and piled high with crunchy slaw, these wraps deliver a tangy burst of flavor in every bite—perfect for a refreshing lunch.

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Vegan Sweet Potato Burgers

2. Hearty plant-based burgers made from roasted sweet potatoes and black beans, topped with zesty avocado lime sauce for a satisfying vegan meal.
2. Hearty plant-based burgers made from roasted sweet potatoes and black beans, topped with zesty avocado lime sauce for a satisfying vegan meal. | citrushearth.com

“The avocado lime sauce is next-level! These burgers are so filling—my family keeps asking for them on burger night.” —Leah J.

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Black Bean & Sweet Potato Tacos

Savory Black Bean and Sweet Potato Tacos featuring vibrant roasted vegetables, seasoned with cumin and smoked paprika, then piled high with tangy vegan feta and a drizzle of cool sour cream.
Savory Black Bean and Sweet Potato Tacos featuring vibrant roasted vegetables, seasoned with cumin and smoked paprika, then piled high with tangy vegan feta and a drizzle of cool sour cream. | citrushearth.com

Roasted sweet potato and black beans create a hearty taco filling with a hint of spice—top with fresh avocado for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

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Vegan Cheeseburger Lentil Slaw

Hearty lentil sloppy joes with vegan cheese sauce served over golden toasted sourdough slices.
Hearty lentil sloppy joes with vegan cheese sauce served over golden toasted sourdough slices. | citrushearth.com

“I was skeptical, but the lentil filling with that cheesy sauce tastes just like my favorite comfort food—so good on toasted sourdough!” —GabeMunches

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Creamy Coconut Chickpea Curry

A vibrant bowl of Chickpea Curry garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, ready to serve.
A vibrant bowl of Chickpea Curry garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, ready to serve. | citrushearth.com

Rich coconut milk and warming Indian spices make this simple chickpea curry a flavorful and comforting plant-based dinner.

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Tofu Scramble Plant-Based Breakfast

Hearty tofu scramble dish featuring fresh spinach and peppers, sprinkled with herbs.
Hearty tofu scramble dish featuring fresh spinach and peppers, sprinkled with herbs. | citrushearth.com

“Easy protein-packed breakfast! I added cherry tomatoes and spinach—super tasty, and I didn’t miss eggs at all.” —Kim V.

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Sheet Pan Salsa Verde Nachos

Vibrant sheet pan nachos loaded with roasted vegetables, tangy salsa verde, and creamy cashew queso for a vegan Tex-Mex feast.
Vibrant sheet pan nachos loaded with roasted vegetables, tangy salsa verde, and creamy cashew queso for a vegan Tex-Mex feast. | citrushearth.com

Cashew queso and roasted veggies bake together for the ultimate vegan nachos—serve with plenty of salsa verde for game day or any day.

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