11 High-Protein Vegan Meals That Are Beyond Tasty

Mock meat proteins are taking centre stage these days, and it’s easier than ever to find them in supermarkets or specialty grocers. Try out vegan sausage paired with orecchiette and Brussels sprouts in this simple dish.

Versatile pesto is the secret workhorse of easy suppers, and this recipe uses cannellini or navy beans to boost protein levels as well as add texture. The chickpea gnocchi provides another notch of protein to the mix.

Lentils and walnuts give this simple vegan Bolognese heft as well as extra protein, putting comfort and wellness in one cozy bowl.

Leaves of lettuce are stuffed with protein-rich tofu, flavoured with the elements of Tex-Mex Ree Drummond knows so well: avocados, corn and chili powder. Balsamic vinegar adds an unexpected sweet finish to the whole wrap and roll production.

Versatile chickpeas are a traditional ingredient in some curries, and this easy recipe makes these protein-filled legumes the star of the dish. Substitute maple syrup or another sweetener for the honey in this recipe if you’d like to change up the flavour profile.

A smart alternative to ricotta uses high-protein almonds to add cheesy goodness for this vegan pizza. When the separate components are made and stored ahead of time, the final pizza comes together in a snap.

For a simple take on Trinidad’s doubles with half the effort, these vegan sloppy Joe sliders definitely add up. If you can find it, guava jam adds a piquant note for these hearty snacks.

With some simple (and protein amped) ingredients such as brown lentils, this shepherd’s pie brings a comfort food classic to the vegan table.

Think beyond the yolk when assembling ingredients for your next scramble: This tofu one-pan dish is loaded with spinach, basil and tomatoes, and a sunny golden yellow due to the turmeric.

Chickpeas stand in for pricey crab meat in this vegan and protein-friendly take on a seafood favourite. Lemon wedges are optional, but try to mix up the vegan tartar sauce for those who consider dip a must-have.

The popularity of sheet pan meals is unavoidable: the simplicity of a one-pan, bake and serve dinner is appealing to many hurried cooks. This recipe, with harissa spiked tofu, carrots and broccoli, is ready in a mere 30 minutes — just enough time to whip up a savoury sumac cucumber salad side.