Plant-Based Recipes for Beginners That Will Make You Drool

Yes, you get to keep pizza! This healthier alternative to the traditional pepperoni and cheese offering consists of basil pesto, marinara sauce, slivered kale pieces and dairy-free ricotta “cheese.” If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, go ahead and add some coconut “bacon” for a sweet and savoury finish that offers a positively irresistible smoky taste everyone will love.

Everyone’s favourite comfort food comes with a dairy-free vegan twist for those looking to add more plant-based meals into their weeknight dinner rotation. With a hearty “cheese” sauce made from cauliflower and nutritional yeast, you can enjoy this dish as is or bake it in the oven for a casserole-style variation.

Is there anything better than a warm bowl of spaghetti bolognese? The Italian dinner staple is given a vegan twist with this fibre- and protein-packed recipe. You can thank the hearty mushrooms, filling lentils and crunchy walnuts for playing their part in making this an easy, healthy vegan pasta you can enjoy with your family.

This nourishing baked oatmeal recipe boasts tangy apples, crunchy walnuts and chia seeds and skips the eggs and dairy. It’s like a warm hug first thing in the morning.

This must-have gluten-free dish is steeped in rich complementary flavours, from its mushroom and almond meal falafel base to the creamy maple tahini sauce. It packs a protein punch, too, and is a lot easier to whip up in the kitchen than it looks.