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    Main Dishes and Small Dishes

    Having some go-to recipes for vegan main dishes and small dishes is a must-have to get you through hectic weekdays. Whether you are looking for an easy vegan main dish that you can make in less than 30 minutes, or you want a vegan dish to impress your guests, I've got you covered.

    Here you'll find everything from Thai Pizza to Portobello Mushroom and Caramelized Onion Sliders to impressive Vegan Green Corn Tamales.

    Most Popular Recipes

    • Portobello Mushroom and Caramelized Onion Sliders
      Portobello Mushroom and Caramelized Onion Sliders
    • Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups on a plate.
      Vegan Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups
    • Apple Pecan Chickpea Salad Sandwich on a plate.
      Apple Pecan Chickpea Salad Sandwich
    • Vegetable Spring Rolls on a plate with Peanut Sauce
      Vegetable Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
    • Maple Dijon Baked Tofu on a parchment paper lined sheet pan.
      Maple Dijon Baked Tofu
    • Tofu Mac and Cheese in a bowl.
      Super Creamy Tofu Mac and Cheese
    • Thai Pizza on a cutting board.
      The Ultimate Thai Pizza
    • Refried Bean Tacos on a cutting board with a ramekin of salsa.
      Refried Bean Tacos

    Quick and Easy

    • Vegan Teriyaki Reuben on a plate.
      Vegan Teriyaki Reuben
    • Teriyaki Tofu with Cauliflower Rice on a plate.
      Crispy Teriyaki Tofu with Cauliflower Rice
    • Bean and Mexican Cauliflower Rice Burrito on a cutting board.
      Bean and Mexican Cauliflower Rice Burritos
    • Vegan Lentil Skillet Lasagna in a large skillet.
      Vegan Lentil Skillet Lasagna

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    Pasta

    • Vegan Eggplant Lasagna on a plate with baking dish in the background.
      Vegan Eggplant Lasagna
    • Red Lentil Pasta Salad with Chickpeas in a wood bowl.
      Red Lentil Pasta Salad with Chickpeas
    • Tofu Peanut Noodles in. a bowl. with chopsticks.
      Tofu Peanut Noodles
    • Vegan Pesto Shirataki Noodles
      Vegan Pesto Shirataki Noodles

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    Sandwiches, Wraps, and Burgers

    • Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Grilled Cheese on a cutting board.
      Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Grilled Cheese
    • Vegan Lunch Meat in a sandwich on a cutting board.
      Vegan Lunch Meat
    • Vegan Monte Cristo on a plate.
      Vegan Monte Cristo
    • Benedictine Tea Sandwiches on a plate.
      Benedictine Tea Sandwiches

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    Pizza

    • Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones on a plate with marinara sauce.
      Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones
    • Vegan Calzones on a plate.
      Best Homemade Vegan Calzones
    • Chinese pizza on a cutting board.
      Chinese Pizza
    • Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust on cutting board.
      Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust

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    All Main Dishes and Small Dishes

    • Tofu Stuffed Peppers on a plate.
      Tofu Stuffed Peppers
    • Sheet Pan Tofu and Veggies with Peanut Sauce in a bowl with sauce in the background.
      Sheet Pan Tofu and Veggies with Peanut Sauce
    • Baked tofu with peanut sauce on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
      Crispy Baked Tofu with Peanut Sauce
    • Lentil and Mushroom Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Cauliflower on a plate with fork.
      Lentil and Mushroom Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Cauliflower
    • Harissa Tofu On a plate with small bowl of harissa sauce.
      Harissa Tofu
    • Ginger Hoisin Tofu on a bed of quinoa in a bowl.
      Easy Ginger Hoisin Tofu
    • Vegan Black Bean Jicama Tacos on a plate.
      Vegan Black Bean Jicama Tacos
    • Vegan BLT with Avocado on a cutting board.
      Vegan BLT with Avocado
    • Vegan Reuben Sandwich on a cutting board.
      Vegan Reuben Sandwich
    • Slice of Chipotle Pizza with Pineapple and Onion in hand.
      Chipotle Pizza with Pineapple and Onion
    • Baked Tofu Nuggets
      Easy Crispy Baked Tofu Nuggets
    • Slice of Chipotle Pizza with Pineapple and Onion in hand.
      Easy Vegan Pizza Dough with Yogurt
    • Veggie Sandwich with Hummus
      Veggie Sandwich with Hummus
    • Vegan Gyros on a plate.
      Vegan Gyros
    • Vegan Chilaquiles
      Vegan Chilaquiles
    • Portobello Fajitas on a plate.
      Portobello Fajitas
    • Tofu Stir Fry with Bell Peppers in a bowl.
      Tofu Bell Pepper Stir Fry
    • Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta
      Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta
    • BBQ Mushroom Sandwich on a plate.
      BBQ Mushroom Sandwich
    • Thai Peanut Noodles on a plate.
      Spicy Peanut Noodles
    • Vegan Fish Sticks
      Vegan Fish Sticks
    • Homemade Gluten Free Bread Crumbs
      Homemade Gluten Free Bread Crumbs
    • Hummus Quesadilla with Caramelized Onions
      Hummus Quesadilla with Caramelized Onions
    • Tahini Noodles
      Tahini Noodles
    • Asian Tofu Meatballs
      Asian Tofu Meatballs
    • Vegan Cauliflower Fried Rice
      Vegan Cauliflower Fried Rice with Tofu
    • Spinach and Refried Bean Quesadilla
      Spinach and Refried Bean Quesadilla
    • Banana Peel Curry
      Banana Peel Curry
    • Vegan Mushroom Lasagna on a plate.
      Vegan Mushroom Lasagna
    • BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich
      BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich
    • Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice
      Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice
    • Tempeh Avocado Wrap on a cutting board.
      Tempeh Avocado Wrap
    • Walnut Taco Meat
      Walnut Mushroom Taco Meat
    • Vegan Spinach Lasagna on a plate.
      Best Vegan Spinach Lasagna
    • Vegan Fried Rice
      Vegan Fried Rice with Tofu
    • Vegan Tuna Salad
      Jackfruit Tuna Salad
    • Vegan Pumpkin Pasta in a bowl.
      Vegan Pumpkin Pasta
    • Green Curry with Tofu and Vegetables in two bowls.
      Green Curry with Tofu and Vegetables
    • Curried Tofu Salad
      Curried Tofu Salad
    • Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Pasta on a plate.
      Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Pasta
    • Tarragon Tofu Salad
      Tarragon Tofu Salad
    • Black Bean and Corn Hummus Quesadilla stacked on a cutting board.
      Black Bean and Corn Hummus Quesadilla
    • Vegan BLT Focaccia Sandwich
      Vegan BLT Focaccia Sandwich
    • Black Bean and Corn Taco Pizza in pan.
      Black Bean and Corn Taco Pizza

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