50 recipes no one will believe are vegan

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Vegan food is so much more than just salads—and these recipes are the proof in the pudding. 

Stacker compiled a list of vegan recipes from Allrecipes that range from filling comfort foods like shepherd's pie to light vegan arepas or flavorful curries.

Keep reading for dozens of meal ideas to show your friends and families the wonderful variety of flavors a vegan diet can offer. 

Vegan Bean Taco Filling

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Vegan Bean Taco Filling

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Breaded, Fried, Softly Spiced Tofu

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Breaded, Fried, Softly Spiced Tofu

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Spicy Tahini Sauce with Kale, Sea Vegetables, and Soba Noodles

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Spicy Tahini Sauce with Kale, Sea Vegetables, and Soba Noodles

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Additional: 10 mins
- Total: 55 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Traditional Style Vegan Shepherd's Pie

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Traditional Style Vegan Shepherd's Pie

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 55 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 17
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Arepas Made with Polenta

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Vegan Arepas Made with Polenta

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 arepas
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Seitan Makhani (Vegan-Style Indian Butter Chicken)

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Seitan Makhani (Vegan-Style Indian Butter Chicken)

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 65 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 23
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Lasagna I

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Vegan Lasagna I

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs
- Total: 2 hrs 30 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 17
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Fajitas

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Vegan Fajitas

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Additional: 30 mins
- Total: 70 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 5 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 baked potatoes
- Number of ingredients: 3
- Read more about the recipe here

Plant-Based Tomato Tart

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Plant-Based Tomato Tart

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 50 mins
- Additional: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 80 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 1 tart
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Briam (Greek Baked Zucchini and Potatoes)

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Briam (Greek Baked Zucchini and Potatoes)

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 30 mins
- Total: 1 hr 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry

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Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Mac and No Cheese

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Vegan Mac and No Cheese

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Additional: 15 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Ginger Veggie Stir-Fry

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Ginger Veggie Stir-Fry

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Briam (Greek Baked Zucchini and Potatoes)

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Briam (Greek Baked Zucchini and Potatoes)

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 30 mins
- Total: 1 hr 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 5 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 baked potatoes
- Number of ingredients: 3
- Read more about the recipe here

Ginger Veggie Stir-Fry

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Ginger Veggie Stir-Fry

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Chana Masala (Savory Indian Chick Peas)

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Chana Masala (Savory Indian Chick Peas)

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 cups
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Black Bean Burgers

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Vegan Black Bean Burgers

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Mexican Rice and Beans

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Mexican Rice and Beans

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Additional: 5 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry

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Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Quick Black Beans and Rice

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Quick Black Beans and Rice

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Additional: 5 mins
- Total: 25 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Sheet Pan Ratatouille

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Sheet Pan Ratatouille

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 42 mins
- Total: 57 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Meyer Lemon Avocado Toast

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Meyer Lemon Avocado Toast

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 3 mins
- Total: 13 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Stir-Fry

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Vegan Stir-Fry

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Chickpea Curry

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Chickpea Curry

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Savannah's Best Marinated Portobello Mushrooms

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Savannah's Best Marinated Portobello Mushrooms

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 33 mins
- Additional: 17 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Spicy Vegan Potato Curry

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Spicy Vegan Potato Curry

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Fresh Tomato Pasta

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Fresh Tomato Pasta

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 12 mins
- Total: 22 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Baked Tofu

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Baked Tofu

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 15 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Tofu Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce (Vegan)

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Tofu Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce (Vegan)

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Marrakesh Vegetable Curry

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Marrakesh Vegetable Curry

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 19
- Read more about the recipe here

Jackfruit Pulled "Pork"

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Jackfruit Pulled "Pork"

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 6 hrs 13 mins
- Total: 6 hrs 23 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

Ultimate Tofu Breakfast Burrito Bowls

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Ultimate Tofu Breakfast Burrito Bowls

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 3
- Yield: 3 servings
- Number of ingredients: 23
- Read more about the recipe here

Spicy Asian Ramen Noodles

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Spicy Asian Ramen Noodles

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Total: 15 mins
- Servings: 3
- Yield: 3 servings
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Ta'ameya (Egyptian Falafel)

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Ta'ameya (Egyptian Falafel)

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 8 mins
- Additional: 8 hrs
- Total: 8 hrs 28 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 50 falafel
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegetarian Chickpea Tacos

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Vegetarian Chickpea Tacos

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Total: 15 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 8 tacos
- Number of ingredients: 4
- Read more about the recipe here

Basic Seitan - Wheat Meat (Vegan Meat Substitute)

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Basic Seitan - Wheat Meat (Vegan Meat Substitute)

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Additional: 15 mins
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 3
- Yield: 3 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Alfredo with Veggies

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Vegan Alfredo with Veggies

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Additional: 20 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Mexican Black Beans and Rice

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Mexican Black Beans and Rice

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Aloo Matar

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Aloo Matar

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Chickpea Curry without Coconut Milk

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Vegan Chickpea Curry without Coconut Milk

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Additional: 10 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Crazy Creamy Chickpea Curry

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Crazy Creamy Chickpea Curry

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 10 cups
- Number of ingredients: 20
- Read more about the recipe here

Yellow Squash and Tofu Stir Fry

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Yellow Squash and Tofu Stir Fry

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 3
- Yield: 3 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Couscous with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomato

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Couscous with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomato

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Moong Dal

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Moong Dal

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Additional: 30 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Fasolakia (Greek Green Beans)

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Fasolakia (Greek Green Beans)

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegan Black Bean Quesadillas

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Vegan Black Bean Quesadillas

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 55 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here