In response to the growing number of consumers who are going meat-free, many food companies have begun churning out vegan meal ideas that are both flavorful and cruelty-free. Unlike vegan-friendly products of the past, many of the new plant-based dishes on the market demonstrate that giving up animal products doesn't have to mean sacrificing taste.
Instead of soy burgers and tofu patties, food companies are now producing products that have nearly the same taste and texture of meat. For instance, The Jackfruit Company makes an ultra-realistic meat substitute that comes in flavors such as BBQ, Tex-Mex and Curry. Similarly, Vegetarian Plus makes vegan-friendly ham out of plant-based ingredients such as red fermented rice, tapioca starch and soybean fiber.
However, there are many vegan-friendly food products that do not attempt to recreate the taste of animal-based dishes. Indeed, there are a number of vegan meal ideas that use plant-based ingredients in clever and innovative ways to keep consumers satiated. Some examples of these creative plant-based dishes include portable quinoa bowls, sprouted superfood waffles and frozen root vegetable mixes.
30 Vegan Meal Ideas
From Jackfruit Meat Substitutes to Portable Quinoa Bowls:
Katherine Pendrill — Jun 6, 2016 — Lifestyle
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Plant-Based Egg Alternatives
These Vegan Eggs Offer the Same Taste and Texture of Real Eggs
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Global Vegetarian Burgers
Dr. Praeger's Veggie Burger Patties Capture Diverse Flavors
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Ancient Grain Cereals
One Degree's Organic Cereals are Powered by Healthy Sprouted Grains
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Instant Vegan Meal Kits
These Easy Vegan Meals Can Be Prepared Just by Adding Water
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Allergy-Friendly Burgers
Hilary's Veggie Burger Patty Products are Made Without the Top Allergens
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Plant-Based Meal Kits
Beyond Meat's Single-Serve Vegan Meals are Rich Sources of Plant Protein
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AI Plant-Based Meat
NotCo Creates Sustainable Protein Like Vegan Burgers and Hot Dogs Using Tech
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Cultured Breakfast Burritos
Sweet Earth's Healthy Burritos Have Probiotics for Easy Digestion
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Portable Quinoa Bowls
Cucina & Amore's Ready-to-Eat Meals Require No Preparation or Cooking
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Nutritious Legume Pastas
These Single-Ingredient Pastas Offer an Alternative to Wheat-Based Pasta
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Sprouted Superfood Waffles
Food for Life's Vegan Waffles are Made with Chia, Barley, Flax and More
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Oat-Based Pork Substitutes
Gold&Green Foods Uses Oats to Make Its 'Pulled&Shredded' Vegan Pork
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Jackfruit Meat Substitutes
The Jackfruit Company Uses Fruit as a Flavorful Alternative to Meat
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Unconventional Vegetable Mixes
Tommy's Superfoods Combines Beets, Carrots, Potatoes and Apples
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Frozen Vegan Chilis
This Meatless Cowboy Chili Uses Meatless Ground Crumbles
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Vegan Ricotta Ravioli
Kite Hill's Vegan Pasta is Stuffed with Almond Milk Ricotta
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Taco-Inspired Pastas
Namaste Foods' Taco Pasta Dinner Adds Mexican Flavor to an Italian Classic
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Vegan-Friendly Pizzas
Whole Foods' 365 Everyday Value Brand is Now Carrying a Simple Vegan Pizza
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Meatless Pepperoni Pizza Pockets
Gardein's Kosher Pizza Pockets Are Free of Meat and GMOs
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Frozen Vegan Dinners
Gardein's 'Skillet Meal for 2' Makes Quick and Easy Meatless Meals
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Vegan-Friendly Pizzas
Daiya's 'Supreme' Pizza is Topped with Non-Dairy Cheese and Mock Meat
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Vegan Macaroni Dinners
'Vegan Mac Uncheddar' Puts a Healthy Twist on a Classic Comfort Food
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Fishless Vegan Fillets
Quorn's Meat-Free Fillets are a Satisfying Alternative to Fish
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Breaded Vegan Meals
Gardein's Crispy Chick'n Pocket Meal is Filling and Wholesome
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Vegan Shawarma Alternatives
This Meat Alternative by Chef-Man Recreates Shawarma
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Quinoa Breakfast Toasts
Qrunch Toastables Make It Easy to Eat Quinoa for Breakfast
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Cheesy Dairy-Free Macaroni
Daiya's 'Cheezy Mac' is an Alternative to Comforting Dairy Foods
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Cruelty-Free Seafood Meals
This Vegan Macaroni and Cheese is Loaded with a Lobster Alternative
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Meatless Ham Roasts
Vegetarian Plus' Vegan Ham Roll is a Satisfying Seasonal Option
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Imitation Crab Cakes
Gardein's Crab Cake Appetizer is Plant-Based and Vegan-Friendly
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Texturized Chickpea Protein Burgers
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Peanut Meat Dumplings
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Collaborative Meatless Menus
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Frozen-to-Fresh Poke Bowls
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Plant-Based Snacking Sausages
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Expansive Jackfruit Food Products
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Heart-Healthy Plant-Based Meats
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Upcycled Vegan Meats
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Plant-Derived Smash Burgers
This Delicious Smash Burger is Crafted From Peas and Fava Beans
Vegan Mushroom Jerkys
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Plant-Based Protein Options
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Alt Protein Dog Meals
Planet A's High-Protein Food for Dogs Blends Plant & Insect Ingredients
Meatless Tuna Alternatives
Veg-Toona is a Protein-Rich, Preservative-Free Seafood Alternative
Flavor-Packed Vegan Meals
The Oumph! Chilled Vegan Foods are Arriving for Veganuary
Egg Alternative Meal Kits
These Ready-to-Cook Meal Kits in China Feature Plant-Based OnlyEg
Plant-Based Beef Patties
This Launches the New Plant-Based Beef Burgers with High Protein
Vegan Veggie Sausages
Plant Provisions Offers a Line of Plant-Based Veggie Sausages and Slices
Mycoprotein Plant-Based Burgers
This 'KFC France' Burger is Made From Mushroom-Sourced Ingredients
Heat-and-Eat Indian Meal Kits
These Master Cook Meal Kits Offer Authentic Flavor
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OMV! Vegan No Turkey Features a Crispy "Skin" Coating
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Princess Cruises is Introducing Vegan Menus to Its Fleet
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Multi-Serve Vegan Entrees
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Jackfruit-Based Smash Burgers
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Plant-Based Cheesesteak Sandwiches
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Cost-Conscious Jackfruit Products
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Plant-Powered Wet Dog Foods
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Crunchy Veggie Burgers
Dr. Praeger’s Two New Burgers Cook to Golden, Crispy Perfection
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These Pollen + Grace Meals Have Familiar Flavors in New Ways
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