These one-pot plant-based recipes are perfect for busy weeknights or anyone who wants to enjoy delicious, nutritious food with minimal cleanup.
From hearty stews and comforting pastas to vibrant curries and flavorful soups, these 18 recipes are guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds.
Explore the roundup below and discover your next favorite meal!
To make these recipes oil-free, follow these simple tips:
- Sauté without oil: Use water, vegetable broth, or a splash of soy sauce to sauté vegetables. Start with a small amount and add more as needed to prevent sticking.
- Roast without oil: Toss vegetables with a bit of lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, or vegetable broth before roasting. Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Replace cream and butter: Use blended cashews, silken tofu, or unsweetened plant-based milk to create creamy textures without dairy or oil.
- Boost flavor with spices: Enhance your meals with fresh herbs, spices, and citrus juice instead of relying on oil or salt for flavor.
1. One-Pot Vegan Minestrone – Nuts and Twigs
Craving a warm and comforting meal! Enjoy a delicious bowl of One Pot Vegan minestrone soup filled with hearty vegetables and savory broth.
2. Black Bean Quinoa Chili – Nuts and Twigs
Enjoy a flavorful twist on traditional chili with Black Bean Quinoa Chili. Packed with protein and bold flavors, it’s a satisfying vegan meal.
3. One Pot Chickpea Kale Pasta Recipe – A Cedar Spoon
One Pot Chickpea Kale Pasta Recipe mixes kale, broccoli, chickpeas, small orecchiette pasta and fresh parmesan cheese.
4. Chickpea Cauliflower Curry – Flavorful Eats
Chickpea Cauliflower Curry, a hearty vegan curry recipe filled with chickpeas, fresh cauliflower, tomatoes, and warm spices. This fragrant curry makes an excellent side to an Indian-themed meal, or serve it over some basmati rice for a vegan entrée.
5. Gluten-Free Pasta e Fagioli (Vegan, Allergy-Free) | Pasta & Bean Soup – Gluten-Free Pasta e Fagioli (Vegan, Allergy-Free) | Pasta & Bean Soup
Pasta e Fagioli, the traditional Italian pasta and bean soup now as a gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free recipe! An easy, quick, & inexpensive soup!
6. One Pot Creamy Vegan Mushroom Pasta – Vegan and Oil-free Recipes
This delicious, cozy Creamy Vegan Mushroom Pasta takes just 30 minutes and one pot to make. A super easy meal to make no matter your skills.
7. Vegan Sun-dried Tomato Pasta – ZardyPlants
Creamy, flavorful, and easy to prepare, this Vegan Sun-dried Tomato Pasta will be your new favorite quick weeknight dinner.
8. Coconut Curry Chickpeas (Quick + Easy Recipe!) – Coconut Curry Chickpeas (Quick + Easy Recipe!)
Learn how to make the tastiest Curry Chickpeas that’ll have everyone licking the plate. My Indian husband LOVES this quick, easy recipe!
9. Autumn Squash Soup – Foodess
Cozy Autumn Squash soup with butternut squash, fresh sage, apples, cream and spice. It’s comfort in a bowl.
10. Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Recipe – A Cedar Spoon
Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Recipe is a hearty vegetarian recipe mixing orzo, chickpeas, fire roasted tomatoes and warm spices.
11. Mushroom-stuffed Cabbage Rolls – Chef’s Pencil
In Central and Eastern Europe, no holiday is complete without cabbage rolls, and any ordinary day feels like a celebration when sarmale (or sarma) is on
12. Mushroom Youvetsi (Greek Mushroom & Orzo Stew) – Chef’s Pencil
Enjoy the vegetarian version of this Greek classic: youvetis (or giouvetsi) with portobello mushrooms. Giouvetsi (or youvetsi) is a traditional Greek dish
13. Instant Pot Quinoa Vegetable Soup – Spice Up The Curry
This Indian-inspired instant pot quinoa vegetable soup is healthy and packed with nutritious ingredients. It gets ready in 30 mins only.
14. Sweet Potato Chili – The Urben Life
This sweet potato chili recipe is easy to make, wholesome, and full of flavor! It comes together in one pot, in just under 1 hour.
15. Dairy Free Risotto Recipe – The Urben Life
Homemade dairy free risotto is easy to make with simple ingredients. It’s rich, creamy, and delicious. Great served with veggies for a healthy meal.
16. Easy Vegetarian Borscht Soup • Happy Kitchen – Easy Vegetarian Borscht Soup • Happy Kitchen
This easy one-pot vegetarian borscht recipe only takes 30 minutes to make! Delicious and wholesome winter soup full of nutrients!
17. One Pot Vegan Minestrone Soup • Happy Kitchen – One Pot Vegan Minestrone Soup • Happy Kitchen
This hearty one pot vegan minestrone soup is packed with seasonal vegetables, beans, lentils and grains. Perfect comforting vegan soup full of flavor!
Conclusion
With these simple one-pot plant-based meals, you can enjoy wholesome, flavorful dishes without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family, or friends, these recipes are sure to impress. Give them a try, and don’t forget to share your favorite recipe in the comments below. Happy cooking!
