• Slide 1 of 50: Perhaps you fancy going vegan yourself, have someone else to cater for or just want to cut down on your animal product consumption and eat more plant-based meals. Whatever the reason, we're here to help, with a whole collection of really tasty vegan recipes you'll want to cook time and again. From light meals to mains, plus some indulgent desserts to inspire you.

  • Slide 2 of 50: A perfect vegan version of a bacon cheeseburger, this inventive recipe includes vegan bacon strips. Easy to make, rice wrappers are coated in soy sauce, balsamic vinegar and maple syrup to replicate caramelised bacon. The patty itself has a firm texture and you could get away with using shop-bought vegan mayo to cut down on cooking time, although homemade is great. Get the recipe for burger with plant-based 'bacon' here

  • Slide 3 of 50: Recipes don't come much easier than this. Butternut squash, red onion, aubergine, nuts and butter beans are mixed with shop-bought tomato sauce and roasted. The crunch from the nuts gives a good texture and if you like, you could crumble some plant-based cheese over it, once it's ready. Get the recipe for roasted spicy squash, nuts and beans here

  • Slide 4 of 50: Bring the flavours of the Caribbean into your kitchen with this bright and punchy vegan take on a jerk chilli. Combining a selection of veg with filling red or kidney beans, this is a properly satisfying bowl of food. Serve it over white rice with some mango and coriander to help cut through the heat. Get the recipe for vegan jerk chilli here

  • Slide 5 of 50: This green pot of goodness uses plant-based yogurt in place of traditional eggs for a satisfying brunch or breakfast. The mixture of leeks, garden peas, beans and lots of greens is topped with avocado and za'atar, a Middle Eastern blend of dried herbs. Get the recipe for green shakshuka here

  • Slide 6 of 50: There's nothing quite like a soothing bowl of warming stew and creamy mash. There's plenty of comforting savoury flavour in the stew, with mushrooms, miso paste and balsamic vinegar all adding that umami hit. The cauliflower mash is a much lighter and fluffier side, but you can serve with potato mash too, if you prefer. Get the recipe for mushroom stew and cauliflower mash here

  • Slide 7 of 50: Packed with fresh thyme, rosemary, sage and parsley, this is a healthy tonic when it's cold out. It's packed with filling protein like lentils and beans, and incorporates yeast extract and Dijon mustard for a savoury hit. And it's ready in just 45 minutes. Get the recipe for herby bean stew here

  • Slide 8 of 50: Gnocchi is usually made with potato but this recipe uses pumpkin for the little dumplings – you can also use squash when pumpkin is out of season. To add extra flavour, the gnocchi is tossed with sun-dried tomatoes and a nutty pesto with a hint of garlic. Get the recipe for pumpkin gnocchi with almond pesto here

  • Slide 9 of 50: In this one-pot vegan curry, plantain and chickpeas are cooked in a spicy coconut sauce, and fresh spinach is stirred through at the end. It's really filling so needs no accompaniment but you could serve a fresh salad on the side. The recipe uses Scotch bonnet peppers so go easy on the spice if you can't handle the heat. Get the recipe for plantain and chickpea curry here

  • Slide 10 of 50: Not only is this take on a lasagne vegan, it's also much lighter than the classic cheesy and meaty dish. Instead of the cheese, there's a paste made with cashew nuts that resembles soft cheese but you could cut time and substitute for shop-bought plant-based soft cheese. Two different types of mushrooms give a pleasant savoury note and the crunchy texture of hazelnuts really makes the dish. Get the recipe for open lasagne with mushrooms here

  • Slide 11 of 50: A fragrant Sri Lankan curry, it has a creamy, coconutty base with cashews, chickpeas, sweetcorn and spinach. You could substitute the spinach for any other leafy green and although it's quite filling on its own, it also tastes great with rice. Get the recipe for cashew curry here Love this? Follow our Pinterest page for more recipe inspiration

  • Slide 12 of 50: A simple one-pan Mediterranean recipe which is loaded with healthy vegetables and made more filling with lentils. Perfect for quick midweek dinners, you probably have most of the ingredients in your pantry already. Some dried herbs and fresh basil add freshness to the hearty stew. Serve it with crusty bread. Get the recipe for quick lentil ratatouille here

  • Slide 13 of 50: You need nothing more than flatbreads, naan or roti to mop up this moreish spiced lentil dish. Not only is it vegan and super comforting, it's also low in calories and saturated fat, so a healthy meal option that's still extremely satisfying. Get the recipe for tarka dal here

  • Slide 14 of 50: Great if you have several people to cook for, a pulao is a simple dish of spiced rice with vegetables, all cooked in one pot. Mix and match the vegetables according to what you have to hand. It doesn't need any accompaniments, although you may want to add raita on the side – make sure you use vegan plain yogurt and vegan sour cream to make it. Get the recipe for vegetable pulao here

  • Slide 15 of 50: Thanks to its meaty texture, jackfruit is a fruit that's perfect in savoury vegan dishes and you can buy it ready-prepared in a tin in most supermarkets. For a tasty taco filling, jackfruit is fried in a smoky adobo sauce (a rich sauce made from dried chillies) and topped with sweetcorn and avocado salsa. Get the recipe for jackfruit tacos here

  • Slide 16 of 50: Cook up a taste of Thailand with this popular tofu curry. The panang curry paste is bursting with wonderful flavours – ginger, lemongrass, chilli, lime, garlic and coriander. Everything is simply whizzed up in a blender, so it's really worth making your own paste for the fresh, vibrant taste you won't find in a jar. Once you have your paste, the rest of the dish is a breeze. Get the recipe for tofu panang curry here

  • Slide 17 of 50: An excellent vegan alternative to a traditional meat burger, these black bean and mushroom burgers are ridiculously moreish. They're cooked in the oven first so they hold their shape better and finished off on the grill for a smoky char. Chipotle in the patty mix adds depth of flavour and the burgers are topped with fresh coriander, salted peanuts for texture and a generous squeeze of lime juice. Get the recipe for chipotle, mushroom and black bean burgers here

  • Slide 18 of 50: Vibrant and packed full of punchy flavours, these are the perfect weekend pick-me-up and a great way to start the day. The tacos, with fried vegan sausage, pickled red onion, mushrooms and potato, are quick to make. To cut cooking time even more, bring all the elements to the table and let everyone build their own. Get the recipe for breakfast hash tacos here

  • Slide 19 of 50: Next time you're in the mood for a rich, creamy curry, give this recipe a whirl. Traditional chicken is replaced with wonderful fried tofu puffs and the curry sauce is made with dairy-free butter. It goes brilliantly with chapatis or a quick side salad. Get the recipe for butter tofu curry here

  • Slide 20 of 50: Miss crispy Peking duck and pancakes? This jackfruit version mimics the flavours of this takeaway favourite very closely. The jackfruit is cooked on the hob first until it's ready to shred and then finished in the oven until it starts to crisp up. To serve, arrange all the pancake ingredients, like cucumber, spring onion and jackfruit, on a serving platter and let everyone assemble their own. Get the recipe for crispy jackfruit 'duck' pancakes here

  • Slide 21 of 50: Now that good vegan substitutes for mozzarella are widely available, pizza is back on the menu. In this recipe with Brussels sprouts and lemon, there's a homemade pizza dough to make, but you can easily buy a ciabatta or shop-bought packet mix – just double check the ingredients to ensure it's vegan. Get the recipe for vegan pizza here

  • Slide 22 of 50: These burgers incorporate elements from both Lebanese and American-Chinese cooking. The burger is filled with shawarma-spiced seitan and a refreshing sesame slaw with cabbage, onions and carrots. It's then finished with a touch of hoisin sauce, vegan mayo and sriracha for a little spice kick. Get the recipe for shawarma-spiced seitan burger here

  • Slide 23 of 50: Dhansak is a Parsi dish, combining elements of Persian and Gujarati cuisines. It's often made with mutton or chicken, but this vegan version incorporates cauliflower and peas. It's quite hot, but the addition of coconut yogurt cools it down. Best of all, it only takes 15 minutes to prepare then it's left to simmer. Any leftovers are great cold for lunch the next day. Get the recipe for cauliflower dhansak here

  • Slide 24 of 50: These amazing vegetable kebabs take inspiration from suya, a spicy West African meat kebab that's traditionally cooked over firewood and rubbed in suya spice – a peanut-based spice mix also called yaji. This recipe ups the ante by adding extra roasted peanuts to make a crunchy coating. The tasty kebabs are served with a spiced peanut butter sauce, called ose oji, originating from the Igbo people in Nigeria. Get the recipe for suya-battered vegetable kebabs here

  • Slide 25 of 50: There's no need to stop eating your favourite dishes once you start following a vegan diet as most recipes can be easily adapted. This vegan protein-packed Caesar salad is a great example of how non-traditional ingredients like baked tempeh and creamy cashew dressing can be wonderfully evocative of the real deal. Get the recipe for vegan Caesar salad here

  • Slide 26 of 50: A vegan version of a popular Korean noodle dish called jjapaguri, this tasty bowl features chunky smoked tofu, mushrooms and broccoli. The result is moreish, umami-rich and addictively spiced. Speed things up by using a food processor to chop all the aromatics and adding them straight to the wok. Get the recipe for smoked tofu and broccoli ram-don here

  • Slide 27 of 50: In addition to its meaty texture, jackfruit is great because it takes on different flavours well. In this recipe, seaweed flakes, soy and lemon are added to enhance the taste and make it tuna-like. It's tossed through spaghetti with olives, capers and chopped tomatoes for a comforting pasta dish. Get the recipe for juna 'jackfruit tuna' pasta here

  • Slide 28 of 50: This corn chowder has the magical ability to brighten up any meal thanks to its beautiful colour and zingy flavour. The sweetness of the corn and squash is wonderfully complemented by the warmth from the spice blend. It's both a filling and tasty bowl of soup. Get the recipe for spiced corn, lentil and butternut squash chowder here

  • Slide 29 of 50: A burrito is a really easy and filling idea to kickstart your day or to take to work for lunch. This recipe incorporates scrambled tofu, fried plantain, onion and peppers, and is served with a punchy tomato salsa. You could also take our basic recipe then add vegetables of your choosing, such as sweetcorn, black beans, diced green peppers and rocket. Get the recipe for scrambled tofu burritos here

  • Slide 30 of 50: This recipe takes the humble baked potato to a new level. It's a comforting and satisfying meal, and we promise you won't even miss the butter. Although the ingredient list is lengthy, it's a very simple recipe and once you've made the tahini dressing, it will keep in the fridge for a week and can be used in a whole host of other dishes. Get the recipe for Moroccan sweet potatoes here

  • Slide 31 of 50: A super-easy stir-fry which is ready in around 15 minutes, this noodle dish is perfect for a quick after-work supper. It's the peanut butter in the sauce which makes it so tasty, along with some crunchy greens. Do try tracking down straight-to-wok noodles – they make easy work of any stir-fry. Get the recipe for satay noodle stir-fry here

  • Slide 32 of 50: A few years ago, making a vegan cheesy pie would have been impossible, but now that cheese alternatives are much easier to find, you can give this one a go. Most shop-bought pastry not labelled as 'all butter' is usually vegan, but double check the pack to be sure. Serve with your favourite vegetables. Get the recipe for cheesy lattice pie here

  • Slide 33 of 50: This mac 'n' cheese is tangy, creamy and cheesy, but contains no cheese. It's achieved by a clever combination of ingredients, like nutritional yeast and mustard powder, which create a vegan version of a comfort food classic. It takes just over an hour to make, but you can also freeze it or prepare the filling a few hours ahead, then just add the crunchy breadcrumbs and bake. Get the recipe for vegan mac 'n' cheese here

  • Slide 34 of 50: Most of your favourite Thai curry recipes can be adapted to a vegan diet because the base is coconut milk or cream, and there's no dairy involved. Instead of adding chicken or prawns, replace with tofu, which is much tastier if you shallow-fry it first then add at the end, so it keeps its texture. Tofu massaman curry is full of flavour, with a homemade paste and a hint of peanuts. Get the recipe for tofu massaman curry here

  • Slide 35 of 50: Jackfruit adds a welcome meaty texture to a vegan curry and this punchy sauce of spices, garlic, ginger and chillies is perfect for it. There's very little preparation here and it only needs 30 minutes of cooking time. It could be a little spicy for some, so have some coconut yogurt on hand to cool it down. Get the recipe for jackfruit curry here

  • Slide 36 of 50: Our recipe will teach you how to make black bean sauce from scratch but if you're short on time, just use a shop-bought jar. The cashew nuts add essential protein while shiitake mushrooms bring that savoury, umami flavour even die-hard meat-lovers will enjoy. Get the recipe for shiitake and black bean stir-fry here

  • Slide 37 of 50: This mega burger uses tempeh for the patty – it's a meat protein substitute, similar to tofu (you can use tofu if you can't find tempeh). The kimchi in the recipe is homemade, which is worth a go if you have time, but now you can find good-quality kimchi in jars in the supermarket. It'll make this recipe a much speedier meal. Get the recipe for kimchi burgers here

  • Slide 38 of 50: The comfort of a traditional biryani is hard to match, but this vegan version with cavolo nero will have everyone coming back for seconds. This recipe incorporates split peas, heady saffron and lots of tasty, crispy bits of cavolo nero – it's absolutely perfect when you want a spiced bowl of comfort food. Get the recipe for cavolo nero biryani here

  • Slide 39 of 50: Fortunately, there's no need to omit pancakes if you've decided to go vegan. This plant-based version of classic fluffy pancakes is made with soy milk and apple cider vinegar. Serve with maple syrup and fresh berries and you won't even know the difference. Get the recipe for vegan pancakes here

  • Slide 40 of 50: Rich and decadent, chocolate mousse is a seriously underrated dessert. Quick and easy to make at home, it combines bananas, oat cream, cinnamon and cocoa powder into lush little chocolate pots that are great served with fresh berries, like blueberries, and mint. Get the recipe for banana and chocolate mousse here

  • Slide 41 of 50: Velvety smooth mango and coconut filling, a base made of blitzed chin chin (a West African snack of deep-fried dough) and fresh berries on top – you couldn't wish for a better vegan cheesecake. Made with cashews, coconut cream and frozen mango flesh, the filling is so smooth and creamy you wouldn't even know there's no dairy. It might take a bit of effort, but it's certainly worth it. Get the recipe for chin chin mango cheesecake here

  • Slide 42 of 50: This healthy chocolate treat is made with puréed chickpeas, peanut butter and dates – there's no butter added and only natural sugars. They're also very rich so you only need a small portion to hit the spot – perfect with a cup of tea. Get the recipe for chocolate and peanut butter fridge bars here

  • Slide 43 of 50: A classic pairing of sweet and salty flavours, this indulgent cake will satisfy even the toughest critics. It takes less than an hour to make and you probably have all the ingredients at home already. When serving, make sure to finish with a light sprinkling of sea salt crystals to enhance and balance the sweet caramel flavour even more. Get the recipe for salted caramel cake here

  • Slide 44 of 50: The British tea-time classic has been given a plant-based makeover and the resulting sponge is just as light and airy as the original. It still has a creamy filling, made with icing sugar and dairy-free butter, and a generous spread of raspberry jam. You can also use strawberry or apricot jam if you prefer. Get the recipe for vegan Victoria sponge here

  • Slide 45 of 50: This homemade millionaire's shortbread is incomparable to shop-bought. It has a crumbly base, a thick layer of vanilla, lip-smacking Biscoff spread and date caramel, and is topped with smooth, dark chocolate – be sure to choose the best you can find. Did we already mention it's also vegan? Get the recipe for vegan millionaire's shortbread here

  • Slide 46 of 50: Incredibly indulgent, creamy and satisfying, you won't even guess this peanut butter pudding is vegan. Combining all of our favourite ingredients – peanut butter, chocolate and salted caramel – you can make both the puddings and the sorbet ahead of time, and freeze until ready to serve. The dark chocolate sorbet is delicious on its own too. Get the recipe for peanut butter pudding here

  • Slide 47 of 50: This gorgeous tart looks like a real labour of love, but actually it's far easier to make than you think and is ready in around an hour. The cooked pastry case is spread with a layer of lightly salted caramel, then topped with a dark chocolate filling, which you simply leave to set. Get the recipe for chocolate caramel tart here

  • Slide 48 of 50: Cheesecake may be stretching it a bit as this recipe doesn't contain cheese, but it does have the indulgent creaminess of a proper cheesecake. The crunchy base is made with macadamia nuts, dates, coconut and pumpkin seeds, while the creamy filling is based on macadamias, although you could use cashews. Topped with a tart sauce of blueberries and dates, it's a winner. Get the recipe for blueberry and macadamia cheesecake here

  • Slide 49 of 50: If you're looking for a vegan show-stopper dessert, look no further than this recipe for tropical pavlova, topped with pineapple, kiwi fruit and passion fruit. How to make a meringue without egg whites? The secret is aquafaba – the liquid from a can of drained chickpeas. Trust us, it will beat up into peaks when you add the sugar gradually, just like an egg white meringue. Get the recipe for tropical pavlova here

  • Slide 50 of 50: A brownie can still taste great and be vegan, and it's one of the easier plant-based bakes to make. There's still plenty of chocolate but the butter is replaced by a light oil such as sunflower, so they are still moist and fudgy. What are you waiting for? Get the recipe for fudgy espresso brownies here

Tasty and plant-based

Perhaps you fancy going vegan yourself, have someone else to cater for or just want to cut down on your animal product consumption and eat more plant-based meals. Whatever the reason, we're here to help, with a whole collection of really tasty vegan recipes you'll want to cook time and again. From light meals to mains, plus some indulgent desserts to inspire you.

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Burger with plant-based 'bacon'

A perfect vegan version of a bacon cheeseburger, this inventive recipe includes vegan bacon strips. Easy to make, rice wrappers are coated in soy sauce, balsamic vinegar and maple syrup to replicate caramelised bacon. The patty itself has a firm texture and you could get away with using shop-bought vegan mayo to cut down on cooking time, although homemade is great.

Get the recipe for burger with plant-based 'bacon' here

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Roasted spicy squash, nuts and beans

Recipes don't come much easier than this. Butternut squash, red onion, aubergine, nuts and butter beans are mixed with shop-bought tomato sauce and roasted. The crunch from the nuts gives a good texture and if you like, you could crumble some plant-based cheese over it, once it's ready.

Get the recipe for roasted spicy squash, nuts and beans here

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Vegan jerk chilli

Bring the flavours of the Caribbean into your kitchen with this bright and punchy vegan take on a jerk chilli. Combining a selection of veg with filling red or kidney beans, this is a properly satisfying bowl of food. Serve it over white rice with some mango and coriander to help cut through the heat.

Get the recipe for vegan jerk chilli here

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Green shakshuka

This green pot of goodness uses plant-based yogurt in place of traditional eggs for a satisfying brunch or breakfast. The mixture of leeks, garden peas, beans and lots of greens is topped with avocado and za'atar, a Middle Eastern blend of dried herbs.

Get the recipe for green shakshuka here

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Mushroom stew and cauliflower mash

There's nothing quite like a soothing bowl of warming stew and creamy mash. There's plenty of comforting savoury flavour in the stew, with mushrooms, miso paste and balsamic vinegar all adding that umami hit. The cauliflower mash is a much lighter and fluffier side, but you can serve with potato mash too, if you prefer.

Get the recipe for mushroom stew and cauliflower mash here

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Herby bean stew

Packed with fresh thyme, rosemary, sage and parsley, this is a healthy tonic when it's cold out. It's packed with filling protein like lentils and beans, and incorporates yeast extract and Dijon mustard for a savoury hit. And it's ready in just 45 minutes.

Get the recipe for herby bean stew here

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Pumpkin gnocchi with almond pesto

Gnocchi is usually made with potato but this recipe uses pumpkin for the little dumplings – you can also use squash when pumpkin is out of season. To add extra flavour, the gnocchi is tossed with sun-dried tomatoes and a nutty pesto with a hint of garlic.

Get the recipe for pumpkin gnocchi with almond pesto here

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Plantain and chickpea curry

In this one-pot vegan curry, plantain and chickpeas are cooked in a spicy coconut sauce, and fresh spinach is stirred through at the end. It's really filling so needs no accompaniment but you could serve a fresh salad on the side. The recipe uses Scotch bonnet peppers so go easy on the spice if you can't handle the heat.

Get the recipe for plantain and chickpea curry here

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Open lasagne with mushrooms

Not only is this take on a lasagne vegan, it's also much lighter than the classic cheesy and meaty dish. Instead of the cheese, there's a paste made with cashew nuts that resembles soft cheese but you could cut time and substitute for shop-bought plant-based soft cheese. Two different types of mushrooms give a pleasant savoury note and the crunchy texture of hazelnuts really makes the dish.

Get the recipe for open lasagne with mushrooms here

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Cashew curry

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Quick lentil ratatouille

A simple one-pan Mediterranean recipe which is loaded with healthy vegetables and made more filling with lentils. Perfect for quick midweek dinners, you probably have most of the ingredients in your pantry already. Some dried herbs and fresh basil add freshness to the hearty stew. Serve it with crusty bread.

Get the recipe for quick lentil ratatouille here

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Tarka dal

You need nothing more than flatbreads, naan or roti to mop up this moreish spiced lentil dish. Not only is it vegan and super comforting, it's also low in calories and saturated fat, so a healthy meal option that's still extremely satisfying.

Get the recipe for tarka dal here

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Vegetable pulao

Great if you have several people to cook for, a pulao is a simple dish of spiced rice with vegetables, all cooked in one pot. Mix and match the vegetables according to what you have to hand. It doesn't need any accompaniments, although you may want to add raita on the side – make sure you use vegan plain yogurt and vegan sour cream to make it.

Get the recipe for vegetable pulao here

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Jackfruit tacos

Thanks to its meaty texture, jackfruit is a fruit that's perfect in savoury vegan dishes and you can buy it ready-prepared in a tin in most supermarkets. For a tasty taco filling, jackfruit is fried in a smoky adobo sauce (a rich sauce made from dried chillies) and topped with sweetcorn and avocado salsa.

Get the recipe for jackfruit tacos here

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Tofu panang curry

Cook up a taste of Thailand with this popular tofu curry. The panang curry paste is bursting with wonderful flavours – ginger, lemongrass, chilli, lime, garlic and coriander. Everything is simply whizzed up in a blender, so it's really worth making your own paste for the fresh, vibrant taste you won't find in a jar. Once you have your paste, the rest of the dish is a breeze.

Get the recipe for tofu panang curry here

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Chipotle, mushroom and black bean burgers

An excellent vegan alternative to a traditional meat burger, these black bean and mushroom burgers are ridiculously moreish. They're cooked in the oven first so they hold their shape better and finished off on the grill for a smoky char. Chipotle in the patty mix adds depth of flavour and the burgers are topped with fresh coriander, salted peanuts for texture and a generous squeeze of lime juice.

Get the recipe for chipotle, mushroom and black bean burgers here

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Breakfast hash tacos

Vibrant and packed full of punchy flavours, these are the perfect weekend pick-me-up and a great way to start the day. The tacos, with fried vegan sausage, pickled red onion, mushrooms and potato, are quick to make. To cut cooking time even more, bring all the elements to the table and let everyone build their own.

Get the recipe for breakfast hash tacos here

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Butter tofu curry

Next time you're in the mood for a rich, creamy curry, give this recipe a whirl. Traditional chicken is replaced with wonderful fried tofu puffs and the curry sauce is made with dairy-free butter. It goes brilliantly with chapatis or a quick side salad.

Get the recipe for butter tofu curry here

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Crispy jackfruit 'duck' pancakes

Miss crispy Peking duck and pancakes? This jackfruit version mimics the flavours of this takeaway favourite very closely. The jackfruit is cooked on the hob first until it's ready to shred and then finished in the oven until it starts to crisp up. To serve, arrange all the pancake ingredients, like cucumber, spring onion and jackfruit, on a serving platter and let everyone assemble their own.

Get the recipe for crispy jackfruit 'duck' pancakes here

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Vegan pizza

Now that good vegan substitutes for mozzarella are widely available, pizza is back on the menu. In this recipe with Brussels sprouts and lemon, there's a homemade pizza dough to make, but you can easily buy a ciabatta or shop-bought packet mix – just double check the ingredients to ensure it's vegan.

Get the recipe for vegan pizza here

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Shawarma-spiced seitan burger

These burgers incorporate elements from both Lebanese and American-Chinese cooking. The burger is filled with shawarma-spiced seitan and a refreshing sesame slaw with cabbage, onions and carrots. It's then finished with a touch of hoisin sauce, vegan mayo and sriracha for a little spice kick.

Get the recipe for shawarma-spiced seitan burger here

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Cauliflower dhansak

Dhansak is a Parsi dish, combining elements of Persian and Gujarati cuisines. It's often made with mutton or chicken, but this vegan version incorporates cauliflower and peas. It's quite hot, but the addition of coconut yogurt cools it down. Best of all, it only takes 15 minutes to prepare then it's left to simmer. Any leftovers are great cold for lunch the next day.

Get the recipe for cauliflower dhansak here

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Suya-battered vegetable kebabs

These amazing vegetable kebabs take inspiration from suya, a spicy West African meat kebab that's traditionally cooked over firewood and rubbed in suya spice – a peanut-based spice mix also called yaji. This recipe ups the ante by adding extra roasted peanuts to make a crunchy coating. The tasty kebabs are served with a spiced peanut butter sauce, called ose oji, originating from the Igbo people in Nigeria.

Get the recipe for suya-battered vegetable kebabs here

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Vegan Caesar salad

There's no need to stop eating your favourite dishes once you start following a vegan diet as most recipes can be easily adapted. This vegan protein-packed Caesar salad is a great example of how non-traditional ingredients like baked tempeh and creamy cashew dressing can be wonderfully evocative of the real deal.

Get the recipe for vegan Caesar salad here

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Smoked tofu and broccoli ram-dam

A vegan version of a popular Korean noodle dish called jjapaguri, this tasty bowl features chunky smoked tofu, mushrooms and broccoli. The result is moreish, umami-rich and addictively spiced. Speed things up by using a food processor to chop all the aromatics and adding them straight to the wok.

Get the recipe for smoked tofu and broccoli ram-don here

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Juna 'jackfruit tuna' pasta

In addition to its meaty texture, jackfruit is great because it takes on different flavours well. In this recipe, seaweed flakes, soy and lemon are added to enhance the taste and make it tuna-like. It's tossed through spaghetti with olives, capers and chopped tomatoes for a comforting pasta dish.

Get the recipe for juna 'jackfruit tuna' pasta here

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Spiced corn, lentil and butternut squash chowder

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Scrambled tofu burritos

A burrito is a really easy and filling idea to kickstart your day or to take to work for lunch. This recipe incorporates scrambled tofu, fried plantain, onion and peppers, and is served with a punchy tomato salsa. You could also take our basic recipe then add vegetables of your choosing, such as sweetcorn, black beans, diced green peppers and rocket.

Get the recipe for scrambled tofu burritos here

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Moroccan sweet potatoes

This recipe takes the humble baked potato to a new level. It's a comforting and satisfying meal, and we promise you won't even miss the butter. Although the ingredient list is lengthy, it's a very simple recipe and once you've made the tahini dressing, it will keep in the fridge for a week and can be used in a whole host of other dishes.

Get the recipe for Moroccan sweet potatoes here

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Satay noodle stir-fry

A super-easy stir-fry which is ready in around 15 minutes, this noodle dish is perfect for a quick after-work supper. It's the peanut butter in the sauce which makes it so tasty, along with some crunchy greens. Do try tracking down straight-to-wok noodles – they make easy work of any stir-fry.

Get the recipe for satay noodle stir-fry here

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Cheesy lattice pie

A few years ago, making a vegan cheesy pie would have been impossible, but now that cheese alternatives are much easier to find, you can give this one a go. Most shop-bought pastry not labelled as 'all butter' is usually vegan, but double check the pack to be sure. Serve with your favourite vegetables.

Get the recipe for cheesy lattice pie here

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Vegan mac 'n' cheese

This mac 'n' cheese is tangy, creamy and cheesy, but contains no cheese. It's achieved by a clever combination of ingredients, like nutritional yeast and mustard powder, which create a vegan version of a comfort food classic. It takes just over an hour to make, but you can also freeze it or prepare the filling a few hours ahead, then just add the crunchy breadcrumbs and bake.

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Tofu massaman curry

Most of your favourite Thai curry recipes can be adapted to a vegan diet because the base is coconut milk or cream, and there's no dairy involved. Instead of adding chicken or prawns, replace with tofu, which is much tastier if you shallow-fry it first then add at the end, so it keeps its texture. Tofu massaman curry is full of flavour, with a homemade paste and a hint of peanuts.

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Jackfruit curry

Jackfruit adds a welcome meaty texture to a vegan curry and this punchy sauce of spices, garlic, ginger and chillies is perfect for it. There's very little preparation here and it only needs 30 minutes of cooking time. It could be a little spicy for some, so have some coconut yogurt on hand to cool it down.

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Shiitake and black bean stir-fry

Our recipe will teach you how to make black bean sauce from scratch but if you're short on time, just use a shop-bought jar. The cashew nuts add essential protein while shiitake mushrooms bring that savoury, umami flavour even die-hard meat-lovers will enjoy.

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Kimchi burger

This mega burger uses tempeh for the patty – it's a meat protein substitute, similar to tofu (you can use tofu if you can't find tempeh). The kimchi in the recipe is homemade, which is worth a go if you have time, but now you can find good-quality kimchi in jars in the supermarket. It'll make this recipe a much speedier meal.

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Cavolo nero biryani

The comfort of a traditional biryani is hard to match, but this vegan version with cavolo nero will have everyone coming back for seconds. This recipe incorporates split peas, heady saffron and lots of tasty, crispy bits of cavolo nero – it's absolutely perfect when you want a spiced bowl of comfort food.

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Vegan pancakes

Fortunately, there's no need to omit pancakes if you've decided to go vegan. This plant-based version of classic fluffy pancakes is made with soy milk and apple cider vinegar. Serve with maple syrup and fresh berries and you won't even know the difference.

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Banana and chocolate mousse

Rich and decadent, chocolate mousse is a seriously underrated dessert. Quick and easy to make at home, it combines bananas, oat cream, cinnamon and cocoa powder into lush little chocolate pots that are great served with fresh berries, like blueberries, and mint.

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Chin chin mango cheesecake

Velvety smooth mango and coconut filling, a base made of blitzed chin chin (a West African snack of deep-fried dough) and fresh berries on top – you couldn't wish for a better vegan cheesecake. Made with cashews, coconut cream and frozen mango flesh, the filling is so smooth and creamy you wouldn't even know there's no dairy. It might take a bit of effort, but it's certainly worth it.

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Chocolate and peanut butter fridge bars

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Salted caramel cake

A classic pairing of sweet and salty flavours, this indulgent cake will satisfy even the toughest critics. It takes less than an hour to make and you probably have all the ingredients at home already. When serving, make sure to finish with a light sprinkling of sea salt crystals to enhance and balance the sweet caramel flavour even more.

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Vegan Victoria sponge

The British tea-time classic has been given a plant-based makeover and the resulting sponge is just as light and airy as the original. It still has a creamy filling, made with icing sugar and dairy-free butter, and a generous spread of raspberry jam. You can also use strawberry or apricot jam if you prefer.

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Vegan millionaire's shortbread

This homemade millionaire's shortbread is incomparable to shop-bought. It has a crumbly base, a thick layer of vanilla, lip-smacking Biscoff spread and date caramel, and is topped with smooth, dark chocolate – be sure to choose the best you can find. Did we already mention it's also vegan?

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Peanut butter pudding

Incredibly indulgent, creamy and satisfying, you won't even guess this peanut butter pudding is vegan. Combining all of our favourite ingredients – peanut butter, chocolate and salted caramel – you can make both the puddings and the sorbet ahead of time, and freeze until ready to serve. The dark chocolate sorbet is delicious on its own too.

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Chocolate caramel tart

This gorgeous tart looks like a real labour of love, but actually it's far easier to make than you think and is ready in around an hour. The cooked pastry case is spread with a layer of lightly salted caramel, then topped with a dark chocolate filling, which you simply leave to set.

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Blueberry and macadamia cheesecake

Cheesecake may be stretching it a bit as this recipe doesn't contain cheese, but it does have the indulgent creaminess of a proper cheesecake. The crunchy base is made with macadamia nuts, dates, coconut and pumpkin seeds, while the creamy filling is based on macadamias, although you could use cashews. Topped with a tart sauce of blueberries and dates, it's a winner.

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Tropical pavlova

If you're looking for a vegan show-stopper dessert, look no further than this recipe for tropical pavlova, topped with pineapple, kiwi fruit and passion fruit. How to make a meringue without egg whites? The secret is aquafaba – the liquid from a can of drained chickpeas. Trust us, it will beat up into peaks when you add the sugar gradually, just like an egg white meringue.

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Fudgy espresso brownies

A brownie can still taste great and be vegan, and it's one of the easier plant-based bakes to make. There's still plenty of chocolate but the butter is replaced by a light oil such as sunflower, so they are still moist and fudgy. What are you waiting for?

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