Are you participating in Veganuary? Check out these 31 Delicious Vegan Lunch Recipes…one for every day of January!
Table of Contents
Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. Mine was a bit of a whirlwind. I did enjoy it, but I am glad it is over and I can get back to a more normal schedule. If you caught my last post, then you know I am participating in Veganuary. The vegan breakfast recipes that I compiled from my favorite bloggers has been very helpful in meal planning. So I decided to do the same thing with Vegan Lunch Recipes.
You may also like:
- Vegan Breakfast Recipes
- Vegan Family Dinner Recipes
- Healthy Vegan Lentil Soup
PIN IT HERE↓
What is Veganuary?
If you missed my previous post, here is what I shared about Veganuary. Initially I thought it was just a catchy term created somewhere out in cyberspace. However, after I did a bit of research, I discovered the real origin of it. Veganuary is a UK based nonprofit organization that started in 2014. It is a crowdfunded campaign that encourages people to eat vegan for the month of January. Participants are able to sign up online for the event and receive helpful tips and information. Veganuary participants have doubled since it’s inception in 2014.
31 Delicious Vegan Lunch Recipes
Check out these 31 delicious vegan lunch recipes. One for each day of January! I have broken them down into categories: salad, soup, sandwiches and “more than soup and sandwiches” to help plan lunch time meals.
Vegan Salad Recipes
Rice Noodle Salad from Rhian’s Recipes: This Vegan Rice Noodle Salad is light and fresh, super healthy and full of flavor! It also happens to be gluten-free!
Roasted Purple Cauliflower Saladfrom Little Sunny Kitchen: Sheet pan winter roasted purple cauliflower salad made with different kinds of cauliflower and broccoli, then drizzled with a tasty refreshing dressing.
Edamame, Chickpea and Apple Salad from Chisel & Fork: With edamame, chickpeas, apples, cashews and avocado dressing, this edamame salad is perfect if you’re looking for make-ahead lunches this week.
Crunchy Whole30 Asian Salad & Orange Dressingfrom Cook at Home Mom: This beautiful Whole30 Crunchy Asian Salad with Ginger-Tahini Orange Salad Dressing is (omg!) so good! Completely vegetarian, vegan, Whole30, and gluten free, you will LOVE the bright flavors! This crunchy Asian salad recipe is filled with fresh, healthy, delicious vegetables and sweet mandarins, then drizzled in the creamiest, most flavorful Ginger-Tahini Orange Salad Dressing.
Simple Chickpea Saladby Flavours Treat:Chickpea salad or chana salad is a delicious, healthy and perfect for lunch or snacks. This tasty and refreshing salad comes together quickly, it’s packed full of flavors and filled with nutrients and healthy proteins and fiber.
Kale Chana Chaat | Black Chickpea Salad: A nutrition packed Black Chickpea Salad made with black chickpeas, crunchy onions, tomatoes, avocado and spices. This refreshing salad has fresh and tangy flavors, and can be enjoyed as a great protein rich breakfast or snack. Vegan & gluten free.
Ramen Cabbage Saladfrom Lemons + Zest: Simple and delicious, this Ramen Cabbage Salad packs in all the crunch! Chopped cabbage, ramen noodles peanuts and more make this crisp salad one that everyone will gobble up. An easy peanut dressing to top it all off!
Sautéed Squash Quinoa Saladfrom Maratons and Motivation: This healthy and flavorful Sautéed Squash Quinoa Salad Recipe is surprisingly easy to make and can be done in less time. This fresh salad will keep you on track with your health goals!
The Best Fruit Saladby Totally the Bomb: I love this fruit salad because it’s more than yummy-it’s fantastic. It makes a great dessert that’s slightly healthier than a pie…or a great breakfast for the morning of the big day or the few days afterward…or a great snack during the weekend.
Easy Cucumber Tomato Salad with Cauliflowerby Tasty Galaxy: This Easy Cucumber Tomato Salad with Cauliflower is the crunchiest, and most delicious salad ever! With all the colors, and all the crunchy veggies, this is going to be your favorite vegan salad to serve
Israeli Couscous Saladfrom Beyond the Chicken Coop: This delicious couscous salad has tons of flavor and nutrients. Make this ahead of time for quick easy lunches.
Vegan Soup Recipes
Vegan Butternut Squash Soup by Marathons and Motivation: This Vegan Butternut Squash Soup is quick and easy to make. It is a delicious vegan soup to serve up for lunch or dinner!
Creamy Vegan Broccoli Soup in 25 minutes from Healthy Taste of Life: This is a light version of creamy vegan broccoli soup – a warm filling dish loaded with veggies, protein and healthy fats. Plus it’s so quick to make – only 25 minutes and it’s ready to serve!
10 Minute tomato Soup-Better than Campbell’s!by Healthy Helper: The BEST homemade tomato soup you’ll ever have! This copycat Campbell’s recipe is vegan, gluten-free, low in fat & calories, and is ready in LESS than 10 minutes.
Vegan Lentil Soup from Marathons and Motivation:This healthy vegan lentil soup is easy to make and nutrient dense. It is packed with vegetables and perfect for Meatless Monday or anyone on a plant-based diet.
Vegan Cream of Cauliflower Soupby A Sweet Alternative: This vegan cream of cauliflower soup is velvety smooth, rich, and delicious. It’s easy to make and perfect for lunch at home, school, or work.
Vegan Creamy Tomato Ramen Soupfrom Any Reason Vegans: This Vegan Creamy Tomato Ramen soup recipe is so easy to make. A family favorite that perfect for lunch!
Thick and Hearty Vegan Chilifrom A Plantiful Path: This Thick and Hearty Vegan Chili is cooked quickly on the stove top with simple ingredients. It’s oil free, healthy, and so tasty you’ll never miss the meat!
Vegan Sandwich Ideas
Whole Foods Tempeh, Tomato, Lettuce and Avocado (TTLA) Copycat Sandwichfrom Stacey Homemaker: This sandwich features crisp butter lettuce, juicy tomatoes, tangy tempeh bacon, creamy avocado, and zesty garlic aioli in a pressed ciabatta roll. It will be your new favorite sandwich for a quick lunch or dinner!
The Best Vegan Egg Salad Sandwich with Chickpeas by Veggie Fun Kitchen: This chickpea egg salad sandwich is seasoned just like an egg salad and the best you’ll taste. It uses panko bread crumbs for added texture.
Curried Black Eyed Pea Salad Sandwichfrom Strength & Sunshine: An easy healthy lunch recipe for any day of the week. Curried Black Eyed Pea Salad Sandwiches that are gluten-free, vegan, and top 8 allergy-free. Easy to whip up on your meal prep days and have ready to go in the fridge!
Curried Chickpea, Geen Apple and Cashew Salad from Confessions of a Mother Runner: Plant based full of protein and fiber to fill you up and keep you fueled for whatever your day has in store. Great as a wrap or sandwich and easy to make ahead.
Best Ever Airfryer Vegan Lentil Burgersfrom Recipe This: Delicious lentil burgers loaded with vegetables and so tasty you will not want to share them with anyone else. They’re perfect for a summer burger fix or for when you just fancy some comfort food in the Airfryer.
More than Soup & Sandwiches for Lunch…
Homemade Spaghettiosby Strength & Sunshine: Kick the can and make this healthy recipe for the kids instead! Homemade Spaghetti O’s that are allergy-free, gluten-free, and vegan! A super easy lunch or dinner that’s kid-friendly and mom-approved!
15 Minute Lentil Sloppy Joe Stuffed SweetPotatoes from Lemons + Zest:If you are a fan of Sloppy Joe’s, you have got to try these! They are quick and easy to make and packed with flavor!
Vegan Taco Meat with Lentils (Instant Pot) from Veggie Fun Kitchen: This vegan taco “meat” is made with lentils and pecans and is seasoned just right. Use it for tacos, burritos, or taco salad.
Sweet Potato, Chickpea and Spinach Curry Recipe from Cook It Real Good: This easy and healthy Sweet Potato, Chickpea and Spinach Curry is an easy 30 minute one pot wonder! This vegan and gluten-free dish uses yellow curry paste and coconut milk as a base to make a seriously delicious and creamy curry. Cook once and enjoy for lunches throughout the week.
One Pot Pastafrom Little Sunny Kitchen: Super easy 15-minute creamy tomato pasta made with just 7 ingredients! This vegan quick lunch or dinner is so easy to make, and perfect for busy days.
Muffin Tin Sushi Cupsfrom Rhian’s Recipes:These Vegan Muffin Tin Sushi Cups are super easy to make, so adorable and full of healthy goodness! They’re also gluten-free
Homemade Gluten-Free Pizza Lunchables from Strength & Sunshine: Lunchables without the scary ingredients! Homemade Gluten-Free Pizza Lunchables that are vegan, allergy-free, & grain-free too! This healthy, kid-loved, and mom-approved make-ahead lunch recipe will make the school year a bit more fun!
Butternut Squash Nugget Tacos with Sweet Vegan Mayo from Any Reason Vegans: This plant based squash taco recipe is very nutritious. Butternut squash is packed with plant based vitamins and minerals. Such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber.
So Tell Me…
How was your holiday season? Do you have any big goals for 2020? Are there any of these 31 delicious vegan lunch recipes here that you are going to try?
Thank you so much for stopping by. As always, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below. Happy New Year!
