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    30 Delicious Vegan Meal Prep Recipes (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Snacks!)

    Published: May 7, 2018 / Updated: Aug 25, 2020 / 12 Comments

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    If you're vegan, dairy-free, or just looking to eat a little healthier, this vegan meal prep roundup has you covered for meal prep Sunday!

    collage with photos from 30 plant-based vegan meal prep ideas roundup

    I've rounded up vegan breakfasts, lunches/dinners, and snacks in here from a few of my favorite bloggers. Some of the recipes use the slow cooker or Instant Pot to efficiently make large batches that will last you for several meals.

    Successful meal prep comes down to planning. And not shopping on an empty stomach. 😛 I hope these recipes will give you some meal prep ideas for the weeks ahead.

    Vegan Make-Ahead Breakfasts

    Who has the time or energy to cook breakfast in the morning? Not me. These recipes crush the most important meal of the day! Vegan breakfast meal prep doesn't need to be a chore.

    1. Superfood Instant Pot Oatmeal in a Jar from Cotter Crunch

    instant pot oatmeal in three jars with spoons

    10 minute oatmeal in the Instant Pot... convenient, right?! These jars make having an easy vegan breakfast on the go a reality! This gluten-free recipe has goodies like rolled oats, apples, walnuts, flaxseeds, and goji berries.

    2. Scrambled Tofu Breakfast Tacos from Ambitious Kitchen

    scrambled tofu breakfast tacos on a plate with lime wedge

    These vegan breakfast tacos are fast, full of flavor, and really easy to reheat! Haven't made scrambled tofu yet? Now's your chance!

    3. Slow Cooker Peanut Butter Oatmeal from This Healthy Table

    slow cooker peanut butter oatmeal in a bowl with a spoon and banana slices

    Mmm... peanut butter, apples, and brown sugar make this easy Crockpot breakfast recipe extremely appealing. You probably already have this recipe's ingredients on-hand.

    4. One Bowl Chocolate Zucchini Bread from Minimalist Baker

    chocolate zucchini bread loaf with a knife slicing it on a wooden cutting board

    If a slice of zucchini bread for breakfast is your thing (it's definitely my thing), then a loaf will last you all week!

    5. Healthy Chocolate Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats from A Virtual Vegan

    chocolate instant pot steel cut oats in a bowl with chocolate chips and a spoon

    This steel cut oats recipe is sweetened naturally (unless you add chocolate chips!), so you can feel good about eating this healthy breakfast recipe. Bonus: Don't own an Instant Pot? No problem; it can be made on the stove.

    Vegan Make-Ahead Lunches and Dinners

    Making vegan meal prep lunches and dinners shouldn't be complicated. The following recipes are all simple to make, satisfying, and not the kinda food you'll easily get bored with.

    6. Tomato Risotto with Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables from Wallflower Kitchen

    vegan tomato risotto in a bowl with a fork

    This lovely vegan risotto recipe comes together easily. Roasting the veggies maximizes their flavor! Arborio rice is naturally creamy, so you are guaranteed to love every bite of this dish.

    7. Mediterranean Quinoa Meal Prep Bowls from Salt & Lavender

    close-up of four glass meal prep glass bowls with Mediterranean quinoa, hummus, and vegetables

    These Mediterranean meal prep bowls come together fast and are basically vegan Greek salads to go. The quinoa, chickpeas, and hummus make these filling. These bowls are full of good fats and lean proteins.

    8. One Pot Vegan Pasta with  a Spicy Sun-dried Tomato Sauce from The Endless Meal

    one pot vegan pasta in a skillet with a wooden serving spoon

    This hearty vegan pasta recipe serves 6, making it the perfect thing to cook on Sunday night for meals during the week. That breadcrumb topping is to die for!

    9. Spanish Beans with Tomatoes from Veggie Desserts

    spanish beans with tomatoes in a skillet

    This Spanish beans recipe has sweet and smoky spices and is ready in only 20 minutes. And that photo is making my mouth water.

    10. Vegan Moroccan Lunch Bowls from Occasionally Eggs

    vegan moroccan lunch bowl with chickpeas

    How gorgeous are these vegan Moroccan lunch bowls? They're packed with good stuff like sweet potatoes, quinoa, and chickpeas.

    11. Vegan Mushroom Goulash from Maria Ushakova

    vegan mushroom goulash in a pot with a wooden serving spoon

    This vegan mushroom goulash recipe can be served over healthy grains such as buckwheat or quinoa, and it doubles as a pasta sauce. Make a big batch on this on meal prep Sunday and you're covered.

    12. Fresh & Easy Green Lentil Salad from Salt & Lavender

    close-up of green lentil salad with tomatoes and cucumber in a bowl

    This vegan lentil salad recipe is chock full of good stuff - red peppers, cucumber, red onions, capers, and parsley. It's easy to make and fills you right up.

    13. Vegan Fried Rice with Tempeh from Chef de Home

    vegan fried rice with tempeh in a bowl with lime garnish

    Who doesn't love fried rice? This veganized version looks awesome.

    14. Vegan Tortilla Soup from Vegetarian Gastronomy

    white bowl with vegan tortilla soup

    You'll love this meatless twist on the southwest favorite! This version has all your favorite flavors and is family-tested.

    15. Lentil Chickpea Yellow Curry from Contentedness Cooking

    lentil chickpea curry in two bowls beside rice

    This yellow curry recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and has only 6 ingredients. How easy is that?

    16. Southwest Sweet Potato Vegan Meal Prep Bowls from Salt & Lavender

    close-up of vegan sweet potato vegan meal prep in glass container

    Roasted sweet potatoes, corn, and black beans are the highlight of these vegan Tex-Mex meal prep bowls. They come together in about 45 minutes - that's not bad for 4 meals!

    17. Kale and Quinoa Tabouli Salad from Two Healthy Kitchens

    vegan tabouli salad in two bowl with a fork and pita bread

    This kale salad recipe has bright, bold flavors, and is super easy to make!

    18. White Bean Vegan Chili from Bakerita

    a pot of vegan white bean chili beside two bowls of white bean chili and a spoon

    This vegan chili recipe is hearty and filling. Trust me, no one will miss the meat in this one. It has just the amount of kick, and you will enjoy this chili all week!

    19. Sheet Pan Buddha Bowls with Turmeric Tahini Dressing from The Girl on Bloor

    two sheet pan Buddha bowls with forks

    These meal prep Buddha Bowls hit all the right notes between the nutrient-packed ingredients and the combination of textures and flavors. You'll have these on repeat!

    20. Instant Pot Spinach Mushroom Pasta from Green Scheme

    Instant Pot vegan spinach mushroom pasta in a pot

    This classic flavor combo can be prepared right in your Instant Pot with plenty of delicious leftovers for meal prep!

    21. Vegan Masoor Dal from Masala Herb

    vegan dal in a pot beside a plate of dal over rice

    Love Indian food? You should really give this dal recipe a try. This comfort food only takes 20 minutes to make!

    22. One Pan Mexican Quinoa from Vegan Heaven

    pan of Mexican quinoa with avocado slices and lime

    This vegan Mexican quinoa recipe is unsurprisingly super popular. Give it a try... it's fast and easy!

    23. Vegan Mexican Vegetable Stew from Baking Mischief

    vegan mexican vegetable stew in a white dish with a spoon

    This Mexican veggie stew is a flavor-packed low-calorie recipe that you will be itching to reheat throughout the week. The tomato broth is slightly spicy, and the potatoes, corn, and carrots will melt in your mouth.

    24. Vegan Lentil Chili from Peas and Crayons

    vegan lentil chili in a bowl with a spoon and topped with sliced jalapenos

    This vegan lentil chili recipe has stove-top, slow cooker, and Instant Pot options, so you're covered! This chili is hearty and warming, and you can choose any number of toppings to give it even more kick.

    25. Instant Pot Sweet Potato, Lentil, and Chickpea Soup from Supergolden Bakes

    instant pot lentil and sweet potato soup in bowls

    This vegan electric pressure cooker soup is hearty, healthy, and it'll warm you up all week long!

    26. Roasted Plantain and Black Bean Vegan Bowl from Minimalist Baker

    vegan plantain and black bean bowl with a fork, avocado, and lime wedge

    I love plantains, but I don't eat them nearly often enough. This bowl is quick, easy, and perfect for meal prepping!

    27. Southwest Couscous Salad from Savory Tooth

    bowl with southwest couscous salad and a spoon

    This summery southwest couscous salad is healthy and fresh! It uses everyday ingredients and comes together fast.

    Vegan Make-Ahead Snacks

    Meal prepping vegan snacks is a great way to eliminate mindless snacking from your day. Portion everything out for one snack, stick to it, and you will feel super organized.

    28. Red Pepper Walnut Dip (Muhammara) from Fox & Briar

    Muhammara walnut dip in a bowl with crackers

    This tasty dip is filled with nutrients, proteins, and healthy fats. You can have it as a snack or take it with some veggies, crackers, and/or pita bread and you've got a delicious light lunch.

    29. No Cook Vegan Bento Snack Boxes from Sweet Peas & Saffron

    four glass containers with vegan bento snack box recipe

    These cute and creative vegan snack boxes are an easy and healthy snack option that will get your through that mid-afternoon slump!

    30. Maca Peanut Butter Energy Balls from Fit Mitten Kitchen

    white bowl with several peanut butter energy balls

    These vegan peanut butter energy balls will keep you going all week - the recipe makes 24 balls so you'll have a wonderful healthy snack whenever you need it. They're also naturally gluten-free.

    Will you try any of these easy vegan meal prep recipes? Which is your favorite? Let me know in the comments below!

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    1. Kate Hackworthy says

      September 29, 2018 at 1:43 AM

      This is such a wonderful and inspiring roundup of meal prep ideas! Thanks for including my Spanish Beans.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 29, 2018 at 8:37 AM

        You are very welcome!!

        Reply
    2. Tracy | Baking Mischief says

      September 6, 2018 at 12:05 PM

      Love this list of ideas, Natasha! Thanks for including my vegan veggie stew. I can't wait to try some of these, especially your quinoa bowls and that zucchini bread!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 6, 2018 at 12:43 PM

        You are very welcome!! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Anjali @ Vegetarian Gastronomy says

      May 8, 2018 at 5:20 PM

      Thanks so much for including my recipe!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 9, 2018 at 8:18 AM

        You are very welcome!

        Reply
    4. Kate says

      May 7, 2018 at 10:03 AM

      So many amazing recipes! I don't even know where to start. But that Moroccan bowl is really singing to me. Thanks for including my Spanish beans!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 7, 2018 at 10:06 AM

        Thank you!! Yes, that Moroccan bowl has the most beautiful colors!

        Reply
    5. Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says

      May 7, 2018 at 9:51 AM

      I love meal prep recipes that allow me to make a huge, delicious batch ... and then sit back and relax, knowing that I have multiple meals covered! Yay! 😀 This is a seriously gorgeous line-up, too - so much inspiration! Thanks bunches for including our Kale and Quinoa Tabouli - delighted to be included! 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 7, 2018 at 9:52 AM

        You're very welcome, Shelley! I agree, I definitely feel accomplished when I am able to prep some food for the week haha.

        Reply
    6. Helene says

      May 7, 2018 at 6:07 AM

      Amazing collection! I am interested in the pasta meals. 😀

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 7, 2018 at 9:53 AM

        Right?! Thanks, Helene!

        Reply

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