The famous question… “Where do vegans get their protein?” And the answer is that there are tons of protein sources in a vegan diet and it’s not difficult to get the amount you need. And no, you don’t have to eat copious amounts of beans to achieve that.
These 30 recipes are a mixture of breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks and desserts that are suitable for those looking for some extra protein in their diets, with plenty of healthy and gluten-free options too.
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1. Easy Vegan Chili Sin Carne
Veggie chilli with beans, lentils & soy mince for a protein-packed, flavourful dinner. 25g protein per serving!
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2. High Protein Salad
contentednesscooking.com
With beans, lentils, peanut butter & tahini, this salad has plenty of protein and tons of flavour!
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3. Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry
vegetariangastronomy.com
This easy one-pot Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry is the perfect weeknight meal. Whisk together a quick sauce, add any assortment of veggies, and serve it over some cooked quinoa for a complete family-friendly dish! 19g protein per serving.
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4. Fall Farro Protein Bowl
veganyackattack.com
A seasonal, vegan Fall Farro Protein Bowl that’s easy-to-make, filling and delicious!
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5. Mexican Lentil Soup
yummymummykitchen.com
This Mexican Lentil Soup is a hearty, nourishing, vegetarian and vegan one-pot meal.
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6. Black Bean & Quinoa Balls
greenevi.com
These quinoa balls are crispy, hearty, and full of flavour. Plus they are simple to make, requiring just a few ingredients. These mini balls go so well with pasta or spiralized zucchini (and this sun-dried tomato pesto), and they are great simply as a snack with your favourite dip.
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7. Mongolian Seitan
yupitsvegan.com
Pan-fried seitan pieces are tossed in a sweet garlic ginger soy sauce to make this meatless Mongolian beef. 29g protein per serving!
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8. Autumn Lentil Salad with Chickpea Pancakes
thestingyvegan.com
This autumn lentil salad served over chickpea pancakes is a protein-packed meal that’s easy to make and makes use of the best of the season’s produce. Serve this salad warm or cold, as a main or as a side.
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9. Red Lentil Quinoa Fritters
veggieinspired.com
Red Lentil Quinoa Fritters – spiced with turmeric, cumin and a touch of cinnamon, these crispy fritters are oil free and baked, not fried. An easy, high protein, meatless dinner that will delight your senses. 7g protein per serving.
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10. Teriyaki Tempeh Tacos
vnutritionandwellness.com
Looking for a different take on tacos? These Teriyaki Tempeh Tacos are a loaded with protein and combine both sweet and savory to make a delicious and easy meal.
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11. Spicy BBQ Lentil Loaf
thevegan8.com
This Spicy Vegan Barbecue Lentil Loaf is oat-free, sturdy, hearty and not mushy. This loaf is bursting with barbecue flavor!
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12. Green Pea Fritters
Delicious green pea fritters that are good for you and kid-friendly!
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13. Vegan Spinach Ricotto Lasagna
myvibrantkitchen.com
This delicious lasagna just so happens to be naturally high in protein and low in fat! But you’d never know it.
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14. Easy Black Bean Soup
veggieinspired.com
A quick and easy Black Bean Soup perfect for a weeknight meal. 11g protein per serving.
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15. Vegan Spanish Omelette
A vegan spanish omelette that is so simple but so delicious and comforting! Naturally gluten and grain-free.
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16. Vegan “Chicken” Garlic Slaw Burgers
elephantasticvegan.com
The plant-based alternative to a Chicken Sandwich. Flavorful TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein) slices with purple garlic slaw in homemade pretzel buns. This is burger perfection.
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17. Easy Vegan Samosa Pot-Pie
An easy, flavourful dinner that can be made in advance. Perfect for weeknights. 26g protein per serving!
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18. Lentil Loaf
This meat-free, gluten-free and nut-free dish is perfect for roast dinners and Christmas day.
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19. Chickpea Sweetcorn Veggie Burgers
thelittleplantation.co.uk
Delicious protein-packed veggie burger that will make you drool!
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20. High Protein Vegan Breakfast Burritos
beyondmeresustenance.com
Nopalitos, black beans, thin-sliced new potatoes, avocado, red chile sauce, and yes, crumbled tofu all wrapped up in a soft flour tortilla… High Protein Vegan Breakfast Burritos are loaded with the flavors of the southwest, and full of nutrients! 20g protein per serving.
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21. Grilled Breaded Tofu Steaks
divinehealthyfood.com
An incredibly delicious meat alternative that’s a good source of protein and great for lunches or dinner.
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22. Nutty Protein Breakfast Bars
These delicious breakfast bars are full of nutritional goodness and plant-based protein! Perfect for when you need your breakfast to “grab and go”! 10g protein per bar.
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23. Sunflower Seed Energy Bites
occasionallyeggs.com
Delicious little bites that taste like treats but are secretly good for you!
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24. Pumpkin Protein Oatmeal
foodfaithfitness.com
This quick and easy pumpkin protein oatmeal recipe is ready in 10 minutes and taste like waking up to healthy and gluten free pumpkin pie for breakfast. 15g protein per serving!
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25. Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
goodnessisgorgeous.co.uk
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26. Green Peanut Butter Oatmeal Protein Smoothie
joyfoodsunshine.com
A smoothie with the best of both worlds – tasty and good for you.
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27. Easy Vegan Protein Muffins (V + GF)
veganhuggs.com
These Vegan Protein muffins are quick, easy, healthy, and delicious! All you’ll need is some common ingredients, a blender, muffin tin and your oven. 7g protein per muffin.
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28. Cookie Dough Protein Bars
hummusapien.com
The BEST no-bake homemade Cookie Dough Protein Bars that taste just like a real cookie! Made with whole grain oat flour, cashew butter, and vanilla plant protein with a silky smooth chocolate coating.
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29. Chocolate Protein Power Bars
unconventionalbaker.com
A soft, chewy chocolate vegan power bar recipe full of protein without using nuts.
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30. 3-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake
mydarlingvegan.com
A simple no-fuss shake that tastes great and is nutritionally balanced for a healthy breakfast.
Great recipes I will be trying them all!!!!
I wish more of these had the nutritional info..
It’s not that hard to work out nutritional information, some simple google checks and hey presto it’s all to hand
I’m trying going vegan and this really helped ty!
Great list!! Can’t wait to try out your recipes!
Thank you for sharing these recipes! All of them sound so delicious! Every vegan knows that protein is very important. Which recipe do you like most of all?
I’m sorry you are being treated rudely.
I’m enjoying fir a long while now
Old vegans still love to learn
Some great recipes in here! Will try some today for my skinny toddler. Thanks heaps
Wow, some amazing recipe ideas, thank you:-)
Best recipe list I’ve seen in a long time..
I’d have enjoyed your link list to all your other sites if it wasn’t for the fact that I have to waste 5 minutes of my time for each link turning all your shit off in the crap GDPR blocker.
How much longer until you all realise you have fucked this up?
Whats your solution?
Funny, I’ve had no problem with it all morning. Maybe it’s you.
Thank you soooo much Aimee for including me on this list. Honestly, made my day!
And thanks too for this fab colletion of recipes. Who said vegans can’t get enough protein!?!?
Hugs to you
Kimberly