January is Veganuary – a month to challenge yourself to eat only plant-based foods to draw awareness to conscious and compassionate eating.
If you’re not sure how to create your own vegan menu, we’ve got you covered with some of our best vegan recipes to get planning.
However, a key consideration to keep in mind is to make sure that you’re eating enough protein every day for maximum energy and nutrition.
READ MORE: The best vegan protein sources
We’ve put together a range of vegan recipes to pick and choose from to build your vegan menu for the week. From wholesome main dishes to tasty vegan desserts, you’ll be spoilt for choice!
Starters & sides
Baked vegan feta with white wine and olives
Persian chickpea salad with marinated vegan feta and minted tahini dressing
Persian chickpea salad with marinated vegan feta and minted tahini dressing
Sticky aubergine starter with pomegranate glaze
Carrot, brown rice and almond salad
Breakfast ideas
Vegan banana oatmeal with chocolate syrup
Nature’s cereal
Clean-Green-Lean machine smoothie recipe
Scrambled Tofu wraps
Easy lunches
Vegan nachos with bean-and-avocado salsa
Vegan bowl with cruciferous rice, smashed black beans and baby tomatoes
Vegan bowl with cruciferous rice, smashed black beans and baby tomatoes
Carrot lox and vegan cream cheese bagel
Spicy vegan rice noodle bowls with Korean fried tofu
Miso peanut butter bowl with shredded summer veg
Fuss-free dinners
Vegan potjie
Vegan chickpea and spinach burgers with red onion chutney
Vegan summer pappardelle with lemon-cashew cream
Vegan asparagus and pea risotto
Vegan gnocchi with wild mushrooms
Spiced veggie biryani
https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/spiced-veggie-biryani
Tacos with vindaloo beans, crushed avocado and charred corn
Decadent desserts
Vegan pistachio and lemon curd mille feuille with raspberries and toasted meringue
Vegan pistachio and lemon curd mille feuille with raspberries and toasted meringue
Vegan choc chip skillet cookie
Easy Vegan Chocolate Cake
Vegan avocado and lime tartlets
Vegan meringues with berry sorbet and plums
Fudgey sweet potato brownies
https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/fudgey-sweet-potato-brownies
Treats & snacks
Vegan coconut-and-granadilla lollies
Vegan doughnuts with coffee-flavoured jam
Vegan pumpkin fritters with chilli-miso caramel dipping sauce
Vegan pumpkin fritters with chilli-miso caramel dipping sauce
Vegan apple, cinnamon and cranberry muffins
Dairy-free rooibos banana bread
Candied popcorn
ALSO SEE: Vegan substitutes 101
