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    Eat for the Grandkids! 57 Easy Tasty Plant-Based Dishes That Will Make Everyone Happy.

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 8, 2023, updated June 8, 2023 - Leave a Comment

    In a world where the choices we make today directly impact the future of our planet, embracing a plant-based lifestyle has become more important than ever. Here we bring you 57 tasty, effortless plant-based dishes that not only contribute to a sustainable future but also taste amazing. From vibrant salads to hearty mains and comforting curries, these recipes are bound to make everyone in your family happy, while ensuring a brighter tomorrow for generations to come. So join us on this journey to save the Earth for your grandkids, one delicious meal at a time!

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    Cashew Alfredo

    A skillet full of cashew alfredo pasta.
    Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

    If you are looking for the easiest vegan alfredo sauce recipe, look no further. Our recipe needs only 5 ingredients, not to mention it is absolutely creamy, delicious, and ready in 15 minutes since no cooking is involved. Get the recipe.

    Vegan Panang Curry with Tofu & Veggies

    A pot full of vegan panang curry.
    Photo credit: Piping Pot Curry.

    This authentic Vegan Panang Curry with Tofu and Vegetables is rich and creamy with a balance of sweet and spicy flavors, and so easy to make. Get the recipe from Piping Pot Curry

    Roasted Cauliflower Hummus Bowls

    Protein-packed hummus topped with roasted cauliflower and toasted pumpkin seeds for a deliciously different vegan bowl meal. Perfect for picnics, parties, and packed lunches! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Coconut Milk Pasta

    Coconut milk pasta in a skillet.
    Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

    Coconut milk makes a simple tomato-based pasta sauce into something truly rich and delicious. You will not miss heavy cream after trying this easy recipe! Get the recipe from My Pure Plants: Coconut Milk Pasta

    Cherry Tomato Pasta

    15-minute cherry tomato pasta with spinach and walnuts in a black skillet and in a white bowl topped with burrata, all on a white table decorated with cherry tomatoes on a branch and basil leaves

    Simple can sometimes be so much more, and that's definitely the case with this 15-minute Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts. Quick and easy to make it's delicious as it is, and even better topped with a generous piece of mozzarella or burrata cheese. Get the from always use butter.

    Chickpea Noodle Soup

    Chickpea noodle soup.

    This vegan noodle soup is just what you need to warm up on colder days. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Chickpea Noodle Soup.

    Veggie Pad Thai

    top view of vegetarian pad thai topped with crushed peanuts and lemon
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This quick Vegetable Pad Thai is based on an authentic Pad Thai recipe, but unlike many meat-less versions it has broccoli and bell peppers, and no tofu. More good stuff, and still all the flavor! Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Cauliflower Steak

    Two cauliflower steaks in a pan.
    Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

    These delicious vegan cauliflower steaks are tender inside and crispy on the outside. Slice a whole head into thick pieces, pre-cook 5 minutes, add ample seasoning, then pan-fry for 10 minutes! Get the recipe from My Pure Plants: Cauliflower Steak

    Miso Vegetable Soup

    A bowl of miso vegetable soup.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Healthy ingredients, savory broth, and tender veggies in every spoonful, miso vegetable soup is the comforting soup you’ve been craving. This soup can be made in just a few minutes and is easy to customize. Get the recipe from Inquiring Chef: Miso Vegetable Soup

    Pumpkin Black Bean Taquitos

    Black bean taquitos.

    Make a batch of these delicious taquitos and keep the leftovers in the freezer for quick dinners. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Pumpkin Black Bean Taquitos.

    Quick Fried Rice

    Quick fried rice in bowls.
    Image credit: Urban Farmie.

    Fried rice doesn't get easier than this! Get the recipe from Urban Farmie.

    Chickpea Fritters

    Chickpea fritters on a plate.

    Dip them, serve in a salad, or add to a burger - these tasty fritters are so versatile! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Chickpea Fritters.

    Thai Red Curry Fried Rice

    Fried rice with curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    A simple fried rice recipe with all the best Thai curry flavors. Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Black Bean Chili

    Vegetarian chili.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Warm, delicious & spicy, this vegan chili is perfect for the winter. Get the recipe from always use butter: Vegetarian Chili Sin Carne.

    Vegan Pad Thai

    Vegan pad thai in two bowls.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    Did someone call for pad thai noodles? Here’s a vegan version! It’s ready in less time than it takes to call up take-out or rummage around in the pantry trying to decide what to make! Get the recipe.

    One-Pot Hummus Pasta

    Hummus pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    12 minutes, 5 ingredients and one pot - dinner doesn't get much easier than this! Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Burrito Bowls

    Burrito bowls.

    A healthier burrito version where black beans and veggies combine in one tasty bowl. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Burrito Bowls.

    Vegetable Ramen with Spicy Miso Broth

    Bowls with vegetable ramen.
    Image credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Spice up your ramen package with veggies and extra seasonings! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Spicy Mung Bean Salad

    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Honey roaste carrots, halloumi, mung beans, and a delicious spicy dressing... even salad haters will LOVE this! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Mung Bean Salad.

    Pasta Aglio e Olio

    Pasta aglio e oglio.
    Photo credit: The Gourmet Bon Vivant.

    This pasta without sauce (or pasta with garlic and olive oil OR aglio e olio, it goes by many names), is basically the grown-up, gourmet version of buttered noodles.

    Get the recipe.

    Gorgonzola Gnocchi

    Grogonzola gnocchi.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Creamy, tangy, crispy and utterly delicious! Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Air Fryer Falafel

    Falafel in a bowl with salad.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    The best falafel is made in the air fryer - just make sure you start with the dried beans. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Air Fryer Falafel.

    Cajun Alfredo Pasta

    Cajun alfredo pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    A spicy twist on the classic Alfredo sauce. Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Black Bean Burrito Bake

    Burrito bake.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This burrito version is cheesier than most, in an easy-to-eat package. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Black Bean Burrito Bake.

    Tomato Soup

    Tomato soup in a white bowl.
    Image credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Yes, you can make soup in under 30 minutes! Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks.

    Chickpea Salad Sandwich

    Chickpea salad sandwich on a plate.

    Perfect for a quick lunch, or to grab as you're heading out the door! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Chickpea Salad Sandwich.

    Garlic Butter Pasta

    Garlic butter pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    A super quick pasta dinner using common ingredients you probably already have at home. Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Black Bean & Quinoa Freezer Burritos

    Freezer burritos.

    Who wouldn't love to have a batch of these burritos ready to go in the freezer?! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Freezer Burritos.

    Miso Mushroom Ramen

    a bowl of miso mushroom ramen.

    Quick homemade ramen loaded with all your favorite flavors. Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Mung Bean Soup

    Mung bean soup.

    Sweet leeks, lemon, and dill make this soup the tastiest bean soup you've ever tried. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady: Mung Bean Soup.

    Sticky Tofu

    A plate of sticky tofu.
    Image credit: Hey nutrition Lady.

    Who can resist this snackable dinner recipe?! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Mung Bean Coconut Curry

    Two bowls of mung bean curry.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This healthy vegan curry is packed with Indian flavours, coconut milk, cilantro, and lime. It's incredibly easy to make, and can be made in the Instant Pot or on the stove top. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Halloumi Carbonara

    A bowl of halloumi carbonara.
    Image credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Make a vegetarian version of carbonara with halloumi instead of bacon or guanciale Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Chipotle Black Bean Burgers

    A black bean burger.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    These burgers are super easy to make, packed with healthy ingredients, and gluten-free. Full of protein and flavour, this is the best bean burger ever! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Creamy Pesto Gnocchi

    Creamy pesto gnocchi.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This ceramy dish will have you returning for seconds, and thirds... Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks.

    Roasted Cauliflower & White Bean Salad

    A bowl of roasted cauliflower salad.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This hearty vegan roasted cauliflower salad with cannellini beans, chewy kamut, and toasted pine nuts is great warm or cold. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    Lemon ricotta pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    You won't find a simpler pasta dish than this. Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Black Bean Noodle Bowls with Spicy Sesame Sauce

    A bowl of spicy black bean noodles.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Protein-packed black bean noodles are tossed with a zippy sesame peanut sauce and fresh seasonal vegetables for a delicious plant-based meal. Perfect for packed lunches or make-ahead dinners. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Instant Pot Brown Rice Risotto

    Risotto on a white plate.
    Image credit: Katie Trant.

    Make Instant Pot risotto for a quick and easy meal that feels fancy. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Pumpkin Black Bean Quesadillas

    Three vegetarian quesadillas on a plate.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Easy, healthy, and delicious! Make a big batch of these oven baked quesadillas at once, and freeze or have for dinner throughout the week. Mix up the veggies as you like, leave out the cheese for vegan quesadillas, or customize them any other way you like. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Cacio e Pepe

    A fork with cacio e pepe.

    A classic Italian pasta dish that's surprisingly easy to make - and requires so few ingredients.Get the recipe from Urban Farmie.

    Sheet Pan Halloumi Tacos with Cauliflower & Black Beans

    Sheet pan halloumi tacos.
    Image credit: Katie Trant.

    Everything comes together on one pan which makes them easy enough to whip up for a weeknight dinner, and delicious enough to impress a crowd. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Spicy Vodka Pasta

    spicy vodka pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Spicy, creamy, and so flavorful - you'll love this version of Vodka Pasta. Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Butternut Squash & Black Bean Chili

    A bowl of vegan chili.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Loaded with butternut squash, quinoa, black beans, and smoky chipotle peppers for a healthy vegetarian chili packed with protein and delicious flavours - you can't beat this easy recipe! Stovetop and instant pot instructions included. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Zucchini Noodles with Tomatoes & Halloumi

    A bowl of zucchini noddles, halloumi and cherry tomatoes.

    A healthy "noodle" dish loade with flavor. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Tortellini Pasta Salad

    A plate of tortellini salad.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This easy vegetarian pasta salad can be served warm or at room temperature. It's quick to make, packed with protein, and super healthy. Perfect for family gatherings and picnics! Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Roasted Sweet Potato & Feta Cheese Salad

    A bowl of sweet potato salad.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    If you're craving a healthy salad, this sweet potato version is just what you need. Warm and filling, and great the next day as well. Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Slow Cooker Chickpea Curry

    Bowls with chickpea curry.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Vega,  packed with vegetables, and can be made in the Instant Pot as well. Mildly spiced and balanced with coconut milk, this vegetarian curry is freezer friendly, and packed with plant-based protein to boot. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Instant Pot Asparagus Risotto

    Asparagus risotto on a black plate.

    Make risotto the easiest way possible - in your Instant Pot! Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks.

    Very Green Vegetable Pasta

    Green vegetable pasta.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Made with edamame noodles and loaded with spring vegetables, this pasta is totally vegan, gluten-free, and packed with plant-based protein! It comes together in just 15 minutes, and is endlessly adaptable. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Red Curry Tofu Stir Fry

    Red curry tofu stir-fry in a pan.

    Skip the takeout and make this flavorful curry instead. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Vegan Poké Bowls

    A vegan poké bowl.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    These Vegan Poke Bowls are a healthy plant-based riff on the Hawaiian classic. Made with tofu, massaged kale, and a creamy vegan dressing, these tofu poke bowls are a healthy and delicious lunch or dinner. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Vegetable Korma

    A bowl of vegetable korma.
    Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

    This recipe is the perfect way to have a delicious dinner without breaking the bank. A tasty korma sauce loaded with chickpeas, carrots, green peas, potatoes, green beans, and mushrooms. Everyone will be asking for seconds! Get the recipefrom My Pure Plants: Vegetable Korma

    Creamy Broccoli Pasta

    Broccoli pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta is loaded with veggies for a healthier dish you'll love. Get the recipe from always use butter.

    Vegetarian Dumpling Soup

    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Comfort food at its best! With a broth packed with flavour, chickpeas for protein, and fluffy dumplings baked right in the soup, this recipe will have you feeling all the feels. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady

    Baked Halloumi with Ratatouille

    Halloumi and ratatouille in a bowl.
    Image credit: Katie Trant.

    This super easy one pot dish will have you adding it to your regular rotation in no time. Get the recipe from Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Black Bean Tacos

    Black bean tacos.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Refried black beans, Feta cheese and homemade Pico de Gallo - this vegetarian taco recipe is a keeper. Get the recipe from always use butter: Vegetarian Black Bean Tacos.

    50 Dump-And-Bake Recipes That Almost Cook Themselves

    Ranch potato bake.
    Photo credit: The Food Blog.

    Are you tired of spending hours in the kitchen cooking and cleaning up? Look no further than these 24 dump-and-bake recipes that make cooking a breeze! With minimal effort and delicious results, you'll wonder why you haven't tried these recipes sooner! Seafood Pasta Bake Creamy, cheesy, seafood pasta all in a simple dump-and-bake package. Get the full list from always use butter

    Dump, Bake, and Devour: These 13 Dump-And-Bake Pasta Dishes Will Change Your Dinner Game Forever

    Ravioli bake.
    Image credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Tired of spending hours in the kitchen preparing complicated pasta dishes? Say goodbye to tedious cooking techniques and welcome the convenience of dump-and-bake pasta recipes that will revolutionize your dinner routine. In this post, we've gathered 13 mouthwatering dump-and-bake pasta dishes that require minimal effort but deliver maximum flavor. Get the full list from always use butter

    Tired of Cooking? Try One Of These 18 Easy Recipes Tonight!

    A spoonful of cheesy tortellini casserole.

    If you're feeling burnt out from cooking the same old meals, night after night, these 18 easy recipes are perfect for a quick and effortless dinner tonight. From pasta dishes to salads and steaks, these recipes are simple to make and packed with flavor, making them a great option for any busy weeknight. All with no - or very little - chopping and prep required. Get the full list from always use butter

    24 Dump-and-Bake Chicken Dishes That Will Simplify Your Life

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Say goodbye to complicated recipes and hello to simplicity with these 24 dump-and-bake chicken dishes. Whether you're a busy parent or simply looking for hassle-free meals, these recipes will save you time and effort while still delivering delicious flavors. Prepare to simplify your life and enjoy mouthwatering chicken dinners with ease. Get the full list from always use butter

    41 Tasty New Recipe To Try For Dinner Tonight

    Baked seafood pasta.

    Looking to add some excitement to your dinner routine? Look no further! In this post, we have gathered 41 delicious new recipes that are perfect for a quick, tasty, dinner tonight. From pastas to quesadillas, get ready to explore a world of culinary delights and discover your new favorite dish! Get the full list from always use butter

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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