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High-Protein Vegan Recipes That Keep You Satisfied

Published: Jun 22, 2025 by Yuan

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These vegan meals bring serious protein power to the table. They’re hearty, flavorful, and designed to keep you full long after dinner. You won’t miss the meat with dishes this satisfying. Plant-based has never felt so complete.

Kung Pao Chickpeas

Spicy kung pao chickpeas with peppers, scallions, and sesame seeds.
Kung Pao Chickpeas. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

Enjoy your favorite Chinese takeout meal with a vegan twist in this Kung Pao chickpea recipe. The sauce is a perfect recreation with tons of bold flavors making this dish taste just like the original with a simple protein swap!
Get the Recipe: Kung Pao Chickpeas

Cauliflower Chickpea Curry

Creamy cauliflower and chickpea curry served with rice and herbs.
Cauliflower Chickpea Curry. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This Cauliflower Chickpea Curry recipe features cauliflower, chickpeas, and potatoes cooked in a curry tomato sauce. Hearty, warming, and packed with flavor. Also gluten-free and vegan!
Get the Recipe: Cauliflower Chickpea Curry

Lentil Soup

Hearty lentil soup with vegetables in a savory broth.
Lentil Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Rich, hearty and really tasty, this homemade lentil soup is vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and dairy free. It's cheap, cheerful and cozy.
Get the Recipe: Lentil Soup

Slow Cooker Vegan Miso Ramen Soup with Tofu

Vegan miso ramen with tofu, mushrooms, and noodles in broth.
Slow Cooker Vegan Miso Ramen Soup with Tofu. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Bursting with hearty Asian flavours, slow cooker vegan miso ramen soup is a simple dish. This crock pot ramen soup pairs tofu with celery, carrot, bok choy and mushrooms. You will love this easy slow cooker ramen soup with tofu recipe.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Vegan Miso Ramen Soup with Tofu

Southwest Vegetable Quinoa Salad

Colorful Southwest quinoa salad with black beans, corn, and peppers.
Southwest Vegetable Quinoa Salad. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

A light and healthy salad featuring quinoa and a variety of Southwest-style vegetables including corn, avocado and tomatoes. It's a great choice for a nutritious and flavorful meal or side dish.
Get the Recipe: Southwest Vegetable Quinoa Salad

Chocolate Baked Oats

Decadent chocolate baked oats topped with fresh berries.
Chocolate Baked Oats. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

These baked oats take the popular TikTok recipe and give it a chocolate twist. Better yet, it’s not just baked oatmeal, it’s basically cake for breakfast and it’s prepped entirely in the blender! This version is also vegan and gluten-free. You’re going to LOVE this recipe!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Baked Oats

Spicy Tofu Tacos

Side view of tacos on a plate, one with bite taken out.
Spicy Tofu Tacos. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

These tofu tacos are bursting with bold spices and fresh toppings for a flavorful plant-based twist. The crispy tofu contrasts beautifully with soft tortillas and crunchy vegetables. This recipe is perfect for Taco Tuesday or any night you want a satisfying meatless meal.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Tofu Tacos

Yellow Tempeh Curry

Image shows a bowl of tempeh curry with a thick, golden sauce, garnished with fresh herbs.
Yellow Tempeh Curry. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This hearty tempeh curry is infused with warm spices and rich coconut milk. The dish offers a protein-packed alternative that’s both comforting and nourishing. It’s a delicious way to enjoy tempeh with bold, global flavors.
Get the Recipe: Yellow Tempeh Curry

Vegan White Chickpea Chili

Vegan White Chickpea Chili served on a plate.
Vegan White Chickpea Chili. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This vegan chickpea chili is thick, spicy, and packed with fiber-rich legumes and vegetables. The smoky seasoning creates a deep flavor that builds as it simmers. It’s a cozy, one-pot meal you’ll want on repeat all year.
Get the Recipe: Vegan White Chickpea Chili

Veggie Burger

A homemade veggie burger in a bun, on a wooden plate, ready to eat.
Veggie Burger. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This veggie burger is loaded with texture and flavor from wholesome ingredients like beans and vegetables. The patties hold together well and can be grilled, pan-fried, or baked. These burgers are a satisfying and nutritious alternative to traditional meat patties.
Get the Recipe: Veggie Burger

Vegetarian Chili

Two bowls of chili with onions and sour cream.
Vegetarian Chili. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This vegetarian chili is packed with beans, tomatoes, and spices for a hearty and flavorful dish. It’s a great comfort food that’s easy to make in big batches. These bold, savory flavors are sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Get the Recipe: Vegetarian Chili

Vegan Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew

A hearty bowl of vegan chickpea and sweet potato stew,
Vegan Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

This vibrant stew features sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and spices simmered into a rich and hearty bowl. The mix of savory and slightly sweet flavors creates a well-balanced vegan dish. It’s one of those recipes that’s as comforting as it is nourishing.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew

General Tso's Tofu

Flavorful spinach and mushroom rice dish served in a bowl.
General Tso's Tofu. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

General Tso's Tofu is a popular Chinese dish that consists of deep-fried cubes of tofu in a sweet and spicy sauce.
Get the Recipe: General Tso's Tofu

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