Vegan lunches = so not cool when they’re just a giant pile of lettuce. Ditto when they require seven specialty ingredients that you couldn’t even track down. That’s why we rounded up a bunch of wholesome and satisfying recipes you can whip up quickly, stash in the fridge and enjoy all week long.
20 Low-Maintenance, Satisfying Vegan Lunches
Published Apr 6, 2018
Vegan Sriracha 'meatballs' With Noodles And Grilled Vegetables
This is what we like to call a power bowl.
Vegan Slow-cooker Detox Coconut Soup
Reset your system.
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
Make Ahead Farro And Brussels Sprouts Salad
Buh-bye, sad lunch salad.
Make-ahead Aloo Gobi
The classic Indian dish is easy to whip up in 30 minutes (and lasts up to four days in the fridge).
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
Rainbow Collard Wraps With Peanut Butter Dipping Sauce
Finally, a sandwich that won’t get soggy in the fridge.
Quick Guacamole Quinoa Salad
One for your kiddo; one for you.
Clean-eating Bibimbap Bowls
Spicy, crunchy and absolutely satisfying.
Easy Skillet Linguine With Trumpet Mushroom 'scallops'
Blast this in the microwave for 30 seconds and you’re good to go.
Radish Barbecue Bowls With Tangy Honey-mustard Dressing
Grill your veggies to add a touch of savory smoke flavor.
Cold Sesame Cucumber Noodles
The secret? Store-bought marinated tofu.
Vegan 'blt' Sandwich
Hellooo, eggplant bacon.
Vegetarian Sushi Cups
Finger food means you can eat ten of them.
Roasted Poblano And Jackfruit Tacos With Adobo Cream Sauce
Is your mouth watering yet?
Vegan Spaghetti Squash With Mushroom Marinara Sauce
Bonus points for low-carb.
Easy Cheesy Vegan Spinach Pesto Grilled Cheese
Gooier than real white cheddar.
The Almond Eater
Grilled Corn Kale Salad
Chili-lime dressing takes everything to the next level.
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Air-fried Buffalo Cauliflower Steaks
Down with giant vats of hot oil.
Firecracker Vegan Lettuce Wraps
We see you with your gorgeous, crispy tofu bites.
Shredded Thai Salad With Avocado
The prettiest salad we ever did meet.
Creamy Vegan Cauliflower Corn Chowder
Cravings, you’ve met your match.
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