20 Easy Vegan Weeknight Dinner Recipes

Updated on January 18, 2019 by Food Network Canada Editors

These delightful vegan dinner recipes are beyond delicious and come together in a snap. From crispy cauliflower tacos to hearty lentil bolognese, these veggie-focused dishes will leave you satisfied but won't weigh you down.

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Vegan Margherita Pizza

Simple, delicious and comforting, traditional Margherita pizza is made vegan thanks to this tasty, cheese-less recipe that replaces classic mozzarella with non-dairy cheese shreds. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/blog/best-vegan-margherita-pizza/" target="_blank">Vegan Margherita Pizza</a>
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Vegan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms, 3 Ways

Not only are these hearty stuffed portobello mushrooms packed with flavour, they're bursting with good-for-you ingredients. We offer up three unique flavour combos to try, from Mediterranean to rice and salsa. Get the recipes for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/easy-vegan-stuffed-portobello-mushrooms/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vegan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms</a>
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Lentil-Mushroom Meatballs

These hearty meatless meatballs are packed with good-for-you ingredients, including brown lentils, wheat berries, nutritional yeast and lots of veggies. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lentil-mushroom-meatballs/19517/" target="_blank">Lentil-Mushroom Meatballs</a>
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Vegan Thai Curry Pumpkin Soup with Coconut Milk

Looking for a quick, warm-the-soul vegan dinner recipe to whip up this week? This ultra-satisfying Thai curry soup with coconut milk takes less than 30 minutes to make! Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegan-thai-curry-pumpkin-soup/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Vegan Thai Curry Pumpkin Soup with Coconut Milk</a>
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Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese

Perked up with a bit of balsamic vinegar, the tomato sauce benefits from a slow simmer, resulting in a dish that’s every bit as rich, hearty and flavourful as traditional bolognese. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/blog/easy-vegan-spaghetti-bolognese/" target="_blank">Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese</a>
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Cauliflower Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema

Not only are avocados a source of healthy fat and fibre, they pack in potassium and magnesium, two hardworking electrolytes. Enjoy them in a salsa or sauce, like this vegan taco topper. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cauliflower-tacos-with-mango-slaw-and-avocado-crema/16225/" target="_blank">Cauliflower Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema</a>
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Creamy Vegan Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo

This <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/dairy-free-pasta-recipes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">dairy-free vegan pasta</a> recipe eschews cream, gluten and eggs, while still managing to taste decadent. Gluten-free brown rice noodles, along with a silky cashew Alfredo sauce and mushrooms combine to form an indulgent dish for every comfort food craving, regardless of dietary preference. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/creamy-vegan-gluten-free-mushroom-fettuccine-alfredo-38399/">Creamy Vegan Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo</a>
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Oh My Goodness Chickpea Burger and Cabbage Slaw

You can’t go wrong with a Mediterranean chickpea burger. A sweet and savoury burger patty paired with a fresh, bright cabbage slaw is the perfect vegan dinner combination. The red cabbage is a serious immune booster, which is absolutely necessary for this time of year. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/oh-my-chickpea-goodness-burger/14719/">Oh My Goodness Chickpea Burger</a> and <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/jicama-carrot-and-red-cabbage-slaw/3443/">Cabbage Slaw</a>
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Healthy Clubhouse Sandwich

It just so happens that this dish looks and tastes just like a classic clubhouse sandwich, but omits the greasy meat. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-clubhouse-sandwich/15317/" target="_blank">Healthy Clubhouse Sandwich</a>
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Easy Lentil Vegetable Curry

Whether you’re looking for a tasty vegan dinner or a recipe that'll help you clean out your fridge, this ‘no-rules’ recipe is guaranteed to satisfy. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/blog/easy-lentil-vegetable-curry-34961/" target="_blank">Easy Lentil Vegetable Curry</a>
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Vegan Pad Thai

Vegans don’t have to miss out on the flavours of Thai food, with this fresh and fragrant version that uses dates as the sweet component for the tangy pad Thai sauce. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/better-than-takeout-vegan-pad-thai-34757/" target="_blank">Vegan Pad Thai</a>
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Sweet Potato Noodles and Apple Spinach with Almond Dijon Vinaigrette

If you're looking to jazz up your salad routine, look no further than this colourful creation. Completely vegan, this dish gets a touch of decadence in a creamy, almond butter dressing. If you’re extra-hungry, top this spiralized stunner with grilled tofu, tempeh or chickpeas for extra protein. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sweet-potato-noodles-and-apple-spinach-with-almond-dijon-vinaigrette/18124/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sweet Potato Noodles and Apple Spinach with Almond Dijon Vinaigrette</a>
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Crispy Tofu With Sweet and Sour Sauce

For your next Meatless Monday endeavour, keep things simple with this recipe for lightly crisped tofu covered in a sweet and sour sauce, served over a bed of rice. Plus it really satisfies that craving for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/chinese-takeout-recipes-to-make-at-home/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chinese takeout</a>. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/crispy-tofu-and-sweet-and-sour-sauce-38198/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Crispy Tofu With Sweet and Sour Sauce</a>
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Super Easy Ramen Bowl

Trendy ramen gets a vegan makeover with tofu, which is high in protein and calcium. Boosted with nutrient-dense seaweed and broccoli, this is healthy comfort food at its best. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/blog/super-easy-ramen-noodle-bowl-35004/" target="_blank">Super Easy Ramen Bowl</a>
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Vegan Kale Caesar Salad

Tempeh is packed with probiotic properties. This delicious dish features tempeh bacon and garlic croutons, amounting to a flavourful vegan kale salad with lots of crunch and flavour. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegan-kale-caesar-salad-with-tempeh-bacon/33384/" target="_blank">Vegan Kale Caesar Salad</a>
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Spicy Garlic Soy Tofu

With 10 grams of protein per half-cup, tofu is a soy-based, low-fat meat alternative and blank canvas that will absorb any flavour you throw at it. Enjoying tofu is a meat and dairy-free way to amp up your iron and calcium intake too. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spicy-garlic-soy-tofu/17158/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Spicy Garlic Soy Tofu</a>
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Greek Salad with Mushroom Souvlaki

This healthy vegan recipe uses tofu instead of feta cheese, amping up the protein content of this dish quite significantly. The souvlaki is made from mushrooms, flax, walnuts and seasoning, to create a similar flavour and texture to traditional souvlaki. Although this recipe does include flour, it is still considered low-carb. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegan-greek-salad-with-mushroom-souvlaki/15207/">Greek Salad with Mushroom Souvlaki</a>
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LUNCH: Vegan Grilled Cheese & Beef Sandwich

If you ever enjoyed grilled cheese stuffed with some type of meat, this flavourful vegan version is sure to satisfy. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/vegan-grilled-cheese-beef-sandwich-with-sriracha-ketchup-34870/">Vegan Grilled Cheese & Beef Sandwich </a>
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Barbecue Tempeh, Greens and Cauliflower "Couscous"

Meaty tempeh is simply fermented tofu. Because of the fermenting process it takes on a heavy, cake-like texture, similar to a veggie burger. Die-hard vegetarians and meat-eaters alike will swoon for this flavourful dish. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/barbecue-tempeh-greens-and-cauliflower-couscous/15794/" target="_blank">Barbecue Tempeh, Greens and Cauliflower "Couscous"</a>
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Black Bean Veggie Burger

Vegans and the meatless crowd shouldn’t have to miss out on BBQ season. This bean burger is packed with protein, fibre and antioxidants. Served with a side salad, these burgers give beef versions a run for their money. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/black-bean-veggie-burger/13643/" target="_blank">Anna Olson’s Black Bean Veggie Burger</a>
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