breakfast35 minBaked Vegan Pumpkin Donuts with Maple Glaze
Soft, spiced vegan pumpkin donuts baked in a donut pan and dipped in a glossy maple glaze. No eggs, no dairy, no fryer, and ready in about 45 minutes.
Nutrition goal
Every under 400 calorie plant-based recipe, with nutrition calculated from USDA data.
breakfast35 minSoft, spiced vegan pumpkin donuts baked in a donut pan and dipped in a glossy maple glaze. No eggs, no dairy, no fryer, and ready in about 45 minutes.
breakfast40 minNo yeast vegan cinnamon rolls with a fluffy baking-powder dough, a sautéed apple-cinnamon swirl and maple icing. Ready in about 40 minutes with no rising.
dinner85 minCreamy vegan wild rice mushroom soup made in one pot with browned mushrooms, kale and white beans, finished with soy milk and miso for a savory, cozy bowl.
dinner40 minOne pot vegan lasagna soup with browned mushrooms, white beans, kale and broken noodles in a garlicky tomato broth, finished with lemony tofu ricotta.
dessert61 minFluffy vegan pumpkin cinnamon rolls made with pumpkin puree, oat milk and coconut oil, swirled with brown sugar and spice and finished with a maple glaze.
snack65 minAir fryer sabudana vada with a crisp shell and chewy centre, made with potato and roasted peanuts and served with a no-onion, no-garlic cilantro mint chutney.
dessert90 minA creamy vegan pumpkin pie without tofu. Coconut milk and cornstarch set the spiced filling, and a toasty oat-pecan crust presses into the pan with no rolling.
snack58 minBaked mathri recipe for Diwali: crisp, flaky Indian crackers made with oil, semolina, ajwain and kasuri methi, baked in the oven instead of deep-fried.
dessert27 minA Diwali khajur roll sweetened only with dates: toasted pistachios, almonds and cashews bound in cardamom date paste, rolled in sesame and sliced into rounds.
snack25 minThis poha chivda recipe skips the deep fryer: thin rice flakes are dry-roasted until crisp, then tossed with spiced peanuts, cashews, coconut and curry leaves.
lunch50 minVegan okonomiyaki made with a silken tofu batter, lots of cabbage and seared shiitake, then topped with a quick sweet-savory sauce and sesame seeds.
dinner20 minVegan egg roll in a bowl made in one skillet: browned tofu crumbles, seared shiitake and crisp-tender cabbage in a gingery tamari sauce. Ready in 20 minutes.
dinner20 minA quick vrat wale aloo recipe for Navratri: tender potatoes in a light tomato-ginger gravy with cumin, black pepper and roasted peanuts. No onion, no garlic.
lunch30 minA one-pot vegan chickpea noodle soup with carrots, celery, pasta and spinach in a golden turmeric broth, finished with miso and lemon. Ready in 30 minutes.
dessert13 minA silky vegan chocolate mousse blended from silken tofu, melted dark chocolate and cocoa, sweetened with maple and topped with pomegranate and flaky salt.
side40 minAir fryer gobi manchurian with cornstarch-crisped cauliflower tossed in a sticky garlic, ginger, soy and chili sauce. No deep frying, ready in about 40 minutes.
snack15 minA one-pan cornflakes chivda recipe: crisp cereal flakes, pan-roasted peanuts and cashews, plump raisins and curry leaves in a sweet, salty, tangy spice coating.
dessert45 minCrumbly vegan nankhatai made with roasted besan, refined coconut oil and a little semolina for crunch, scented with cardamom and topped with pistachios.
drink8 minVegan golden milk turmeric latte with oat milk, fresh ginger, cardamom, cinnamon and black pepper. A caffeine-free haldi doodh, simmered on the stove in minutes.
dessert20 minA silky vegan pumpkin mousse blended from silken tofu, pumpkin, maple syrup and almond butter, warmly spiced and chilled until spoonable. No baking needed.
snack65 minA bright magenta beet hummus made with roasted beets, tahini, toasted cumin and orange zest. It's silky, earthy and a little citrusy, and great for dips or sandwiches.
dessert36 minA simple nankhatai recipe for Diwali: crumbly eggless Indian shortbread made with ghee, chickpea flour and semolina, scented with cardamom and topped with pistachios.
snack85 minFlaky air fryer samosas with a cumin-ginger potato and pea filling. The oil-rubbed dough crisps and blisters with only a light brush of oil, no deep-frying.
breakfast460 minSlow cooker steel cut oats with tender apples, cinnamon and nutmeg, finished with maple, flax and toasted walnuts. Ten minutes of prep gives a week of breakfasts.
lunch52 minBaked sweet potato black bean burgers with smoked paprika, cumin, cilantro and oats. They hold together, crisp at the edges and freeze well for quick lunches.
dessert23 minVegan seviyan kheer in 20 minutes: vermicelli toasted in coconut oil, simmered in almond milk with saffron and cardamom, and topped with raisins and pistachios.
dinner65 minA cozy vegan butternut squash chowder made creamy with roasted squash and white beans blended with oat milk, then filled with potatoes, kale and fresh thyme.
dessert50 minCreamy vegan kheer made with basmati rice slowly simmered in almond and coconut milk, scented with saffron and cardamom and finished with pistachios and raisins.
snack25 minA gur makhana recipe for Diwali: fox nuts roasted in coconut oil, coated in crackly jaggery caramel, then finished with toasted sesame, cardamom and salt.
dinner45 minVegan palak paneer with crisp pan-fried tofu in a bright green spinach gravy, made silky with cashew cream and finished with kasuri methi and lemon.
dessert23 minVegan sooji halwa for Navratri Ashtami prasad: semolina roasted in coconut oil, simmered in saffron almond milk, finished with cardamom, cashews and raisins.
snack20 minA roasted makhana recipe for Navratri: fox nuts slow-roasted in ghee, then tossed with peanuts, curry leaves, Kashmiri chili, cumin and rock salt.
dessert30 minHealthy Halloween bark made with dark chocolate, maple-cinnamon pepitas, tart cranberries, toasted coconut and popcorn. Vegan, no candy needed, ready in an hour.
breakfast32 minSoft, flourless pumpkin oatmeal breakfast cookies sweetened mostly with ripe banana, bound with flax and sunflower seed butter, and studded with pepitas.
breakfast75 minAn egg-free chickpea flour frittata with broccoli, kale and sweet caramelized onion, seasoned with kala namak for eggy flavor. Baked in one skillet.
side50 minRoasted acorn squash recipe with cumin and maple, finished with lemony tahini, pomegranate seeds and toasted pepitas. A colorful fall side with no peeling needed.
dessert70 minA rich vegan gajar halwa for Diwali: grated carrots slow-cooked in coconut oil and coconut milk with cardamom and coconut sugar, finished with pistachios.
dinner39 minAn easy aloo gobi recipe made in one skillet: cumin-scented potatoes, cauliflower and peas in a quick tomato masala, finished with fragrant dried fenugreek.
dessert55 minPumpkin halwa made with grated butternut squash simmered in milk, then finished with ghee, brown sugar, cardamom, cashews and raisins. A cozy Diwali dessert.
snack37 minPumpkin spice popcorn popped on the stovetop in coconut oil, coated in a maple-spice glaze with pecans, then baked low until crisp and crunchy.
breakfast45 minCrispy sweet potatoes, browned Brussels sprouts and red onion with smoked paprika and thyme, topped with jammy eggs cooked right in the same skillet.
side80 minA German-style braised red cabbage cooked in one pot with tart apples, apple cider, maple and cloves until silky and sweet-sour. A classic holiday side.
lunch19 minCrisp pumpkin black bean quesadillas with a creamy, smoky filling of pumpkin, nutritional yeast, cumin and smoked paprika. Ready in about 20 minutes.
snack10 minMasala popcorn popped in coconut oil with turmeric, then tossed with Kashmiri chili, tangy chaat masala, cumin and crispy fried curry leaves. Ready in 10 minutes.
dinner125 minVegan dal makhani with whole black urad dal and kidney beans, slow-simmered in a spiced tomato masala and finished with coconut cream. A rich Diwali main.
dessert27 minVegan kaju katli made with ground cashews, powdered sugar, cardamom and saffron. Cooked in one pan, rolled thin and cut into diamonds. Ideal for Diwali.
breakfast50 minCrisp-edged moong dal chilla made from soaked, blended split mung beans with spinach and cumin, served with a bright ginger-cilantro chutney.
dinner70 minThis vegan cabbage roll soup has the flavor of stuffed cabbage without the rolling. Lentils, brown rice and tender cabbage simmer in a smoky, tangy tomato broth.
side45 minVegan colcannon made with fluffy Yukon Gold mash, garlic-infused olive oil and warm soy milk, then folded with golden sautéed cabbage, kale and scallions.
dessert75 minA rustic vegan pear galette: cinnamon-spiced fall pears over a soft almond frangipane, all wrapped in a flaky coconut oil crust. No butter or eggs needed.
lunch10 minCanned chickpeas tossed with cucumber, tomato, red onion, pomegranate and mint in a tangy lime and chaat masala dressing. No cooking, ready in 10 minutes.
breakfast15 minA one-pot masala oats recipe: rolled oats simmered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, ginger, tomato, peas and carrots for a savory Indian breakfast in 15 minutes.
dessert38 minSoft, fudgy vegan coconut ladoo simmered in coconut milk with saffron, cardamom and coconut sugar, then topped with pistachios. A quick, one-pan Diwali sweet.
snack60 minCrunchy pumpkin spice granola clusters made with oats, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, pecans, pepitas and hemp hearts. Slow-baked for big, snackable chunks.
lunch80 minA thick Tuscan bread soup with lacinato kale, savoy cabbage, cannellini beans and day-old sourdough, all in one pot. It tastes even better reheated the next day.
breakfast60 minA butternut squash frittata with roasted squash cubes, garlicky kale, salty feta and crispy fried sage, baked in one skillet. Good for brunch or meal prep.
breakfast18 minChia seed kheer made with almond and coconut milk, warmed with cardamom and saffron, plus plump raisins and toasted pistachios. A make-ahead festive breakfast.
side53 minSmashed Brussels sprouts with parmesan, roasted until the edges crackle, then topped with garlic, lemon zest, chili flakes and juicy pomegranate seeds.
dessert63 minVegan pumpkin swirl brownies: a dark, fudgy cocoa base marbled with a spiced cashew-tofu pumpkin cheesecake layer. Made for Halloween and fall gatherings.
breakfast30 minFluffy whole wheat pumpkin pancakes made with blended silken tofu, soy milk and hemp hearts, warmly spiced with cinnamon and ginger and finished with maple syrup.
snack30 minCrisp-edged sweet potato chaat tossed with toasted cumin, black pepper, lime, pomegranate, mint and peanuts. Fasting-friendly and ready in about 30 minutes.
dinner55 minA cozy one-pot Moroccan chickpea sweet potato stew with red lentils, kale, cumin, cinnamon and raisins, brightened with lemon. Ready in about an hour.
dessert40 minVegan besan ladoo made with slow-roasted chickpea flour, coconut oil, cardamom, cashews and pistachios. A melt-in-your-mouth Diwali sweet with no ghee.
dessert70 minCreamy pumpkin cheesecake bars made with Greek yogurt and cream cheese, sweetened with maple syrup and baked on a toasty oat-pecan crust. An easy fall dessert.
side30 minA cabbage thoran recipe from Kerala: finely shredded cabbage steamed in coconut oil with mustard seeds and curry leaves, then tossed with spiced coconut.
snack24 minNut-free energy balls made with sunflower seed butter, oats, pumpkin and toasted pepitas. They're no-bake, school-safe and full of warm pumpkin spice.
breakfast42 minVegan apple cinnamon muffins with whole wheat flour, chunks of fresh apple and a crunchy oat streusel on top. They make an easy fall breakfast and freeze well.
lunch50 minA velvety vegan broccoli cheddar soup made without cashews: Yukon Golds and white beans blend into a cheesy base with nutritional yeast, miso and Dijon.
dessert16 minSpiced pumpkin chia pudding layered with coconut yogurt and maple-glazed pecans. Takes 15 minutes hands-on and tastes like pumpkin pie in a glass.
breakfast40 minVegan green shakshuka: seared golden tofu set in a cumin-spiced spinach, zucchini and jalapeño sauce, topped with lemony herbed tofu feta. Ready in about 40 minutes.
breakfast35 minEasy shakshuka with feta made from fresh tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, cumin and smoked paprika, with eggs poached right in the sauce. Ready in about 35 minutes.
snack20 minNo-bake apple pie protein balls with dates, dried apples, oats, almond butter and hemp hearts. Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and no protein powder needed.
dessert37 minRich vegan chocolate zucchini muffins made in one bowl with whole wheat flour, cocoa, coconut sugar and melty dark chocolate chunks. Moist, tender and easy.
snack31 minAir fryer tandoori cauliflower in a smoky, ginger-garlic coconut yogurt marinade, charred at the edges and served with a cool cucumber mint raita.
dinner45 minA creamy vegan white bean chili made with cannellini beans, jalapeño, green chiles and sweet corn, thickened with blended cashews and brightened with lime.
snack46 minCrispy air fryer apple chips with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and a little coconut sugar. Thin slices and a low 300°F heat get them crunchy in about 20 minutes.
dessert75 minA free-form apple cheddar galette with sharp cheddar baked into a flaky whole wheat butter crust, cinnamon apples and a warm honey drizzle to finish.
snack6 minCrisp apple slices with a warm maple-peanut butter drizzle, chopped dark chocolate, hemp hearts and toasty pumpkin seeds. A 5-minute snack to share.
breakfast50 minCottage cheese egg bites with zucchini, sweet corn, basil and cheddar, blended until silky and baked over a water bath so they turn out tender and custardy.
dessert51 minOne-bowl sweet potato brownies made with tahini, cocoa, maple syrup and almond flour. Dense and fudgy with melty dark chocolate, and no eggs or butter.
lunch23 minCreamy tofu egg salad made without mayo: a lemony tahini-Dijon dressing, turmeric, fresh dill and crisp celery, piled on toasted sourdough with romaine.
breakfast75 minMoist, warmly spiced vegan pumpkin bread made in one bowl with flax eggs, maple syrup and coconut sugar, topped with a crunchy maple pecan streusel.
snack26 minCrisp air fryer buffalo cauliflower in a chickpea-flour batter, tossed in tangy hot sauce and served with a cool coconut yogurt dill ranch and celery sticks.
dessert55 minBaked vegan apple cider donuts made with reduced cider and grated apple for deep orchard flavor, then brushed with coconut oil and rolled in cinnamon sugar.
snack75 minHealthy zucchini bread with Greek yogurt, honey, olive oil and whole wheat flour, with cinnamon and toasted walnuts. Moist, tender and simple to bake in one bowl.
dinner65 minA thick, smoky vegan chili with kidney, black and pinto beans, sweet butternut squash and chewy bulgur. It's one pot and reheats well all week.
breakfast55 minPear raspberry baked oatmeal with ground and fresh ginger, a flax-set almond milk custard and a crunchy sliced almond top. Make-ahead fall breakfast for six.
dinner22 minGreek white beans with tomatoes, gigantes-style, made in one skillet. Ripe late-summer tomatoes, dill, oregano and spinach are ready in about 20 minutes.
dessert44 minChewy vegan pumpkin chocolate chip cookies made in one bowl with no chilling. Blotted pumpkin, coconut sugar and warm spices keep them soft, not cakey.
breakfast45 minChickpea flour vegan egg muffins with spinach, sweet red pepper and green onion. Bake a batch of 12 on Sunday, then reheat in under a minute on busy mornings.
side37 minA fall arugula pear salad with honey-roasted pear wedges, toasted walnuts, salty feta and pomegranate, dressed in a tangy honey-Dijon cider vinaigrette.
drink12 minA vegan pumpkin spice latte made with real pumpkin purée, maple syrup and oat milk. Toasting the purée with the spices first kills the raw canned taste.
drink18 minA stovetop oat milk chai latte recipe built on whole spices and strong black tea — no coffee, no syrup pumps, just a 15-minute pot of real masala chai.
dessert87 minVegan apple crumble bars with a pressed oat shortbread base, cinnamon apple filling thickened with cornstarch, and a buttery pecan streusel top. Makes 16.
dinner15 minCannellini beans simmered with garlic, kale and lemon until self-thickening and creamy, no dairy needed. One skillet, 15 minutes, best over toasted sourdough.
snack33 minCrisp candied pumpkin seeds in a maple, cinnamon and vanilla shell, roasted low and slow so the syrup sets into a shatter-thin glaze instead of a sticky one.
dessert70 minA tender vegan apple cake made in one bowl with olive oil, brown sugar and almond milk, loaded with diced apples and baked under a crackly cinnamon sugar lid.
breakfast55 minPumpkin baked oatmeal baked firm enough to slice into squares, sweetened with maple syrup and topped with toasted pecans. One pan covers breakfast all week.
snack45 minButternut squash hummus made with caramelized squash, roasted garlic and tahini, finished with crisp fried sage and toasted pumpkin seeds.
dessert23 minHalved apples brushed with maple, coconut oil and cinnamon, air fried tender in 15 minutes, then finished with pecans toasted separately so nothing scorches.
dinner43 minShelf-stable gnocchi roasted straight from the package until crisp, with caramelized Brussels sprouts, sweet shallots and a balsamic glaze. One pan, 40 minutes.
dinner55 minA silky miso butternut squash soup with fresh ginger, a tart apple and a little coconut milk, finished with tamari-toasted pumpkin seeds. Easy fall dinner.
side40 minA Kerala style avial with vegetables steamed in their own moisture, a coarse coconut-cumin paste and coconut yogurt stirred in off the heat for tang.
lunch49 minGrated butternut squash and chickpea flour baked on a preheated sheet pan until the edges caramelize, served with a cool garlicky sage coconut yogurt.
dinner65 minButternut squash apple soup roasted at high heat until caramelized, then blended with ginger, warm spices and coconut milk for a silky, naturally sweet bowl.
snack50 minSavory roasted pumpkin seeds with smoked paprika, garlic-infused olive oil and nutritional yeast. A quick salt-water simmer makes them shatter-crisp all the way through.
side40 minCrispy zucchini corn fritters with jalapeño, bound with chickpea flour and served with a cool cilantro-lime coconut yogurt dip. An easy egg-free summer side.
breakfast5 minCreamy vegan overnight oats with chia seeds, soy milk and blueberries: a 5-minute, high-fiber make-ahead breakfast.
dinner20 minA 20-minute vegan one-pan dinner of chickpeas, tomatoes, garlic and smoked paprika with wilted spinach. It has 14 g of fiber per serving.
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