Easy and Delicious Veganuary Recipes

This collection of easy and delicious Veganuary recipes is here to keep plant-based eating simple, fun, and totally stress-free this January. Whether you’re trying out vegan meals for the first time or just looking for fresh ideas to shake things up, these recipes have you covered. They’re made with wholesome ingredients and straightforward steps and are perfect for fitting right into your daily routine.

Indian Chickpea Salad

Indian Chickpea Salad (or Chana Salad) is a refreshing, delicious, and healthy side dish made with chickpeas, vibrant vegetables, and a tangy dressing. It is dairy-free, vegan, and gluten-free.

This protein-rich salad is super easy to make and ready in less than 10 minutes by simply tossing together a few ingredients.

To learn more: Indian Chickpea Salad (Chana Salad)

Lebanese Lentils and Rice

Mujadara (or Mujaddara) is a simple yet delicious Lebanese Recipe made with Lentils and Rice and flavored with caramelized crispy onions. 

It is extremely easy to make with only a few simple ingredients which you probably already have in your pantry. Also, this beautiful dish is inexpensive to make, full of nutrition, and gluten-free.

To learn more: Mujadara - Lebanese Lentils and Rice

Hummus Dip

Hummus Dip is a Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern spread made with chickpeas and tahini, then seasoned with lemon, garlic, and cumin. 

This creamy dip comes together in just 25 minutes! You can serve hummus with Greek Pita Bread or Homemade Wheat Tortilla Bread and some colorful crudités (sliced vegetables) as a light vegan dinner.

To learn more: Mediterranean Hummus Dip

Ratatouille

Traditional French Ratatouille dish is a delightful marriage of tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, infused with aromatic herbs and a hint of garlic. 

You can enjoy it as a side dish or as a vegan main course served over plain rice, couscous, or simply mixed with pasta.

To learn more: Traditional French Ratatouille Niçoise Recipe

Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup

Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup is super easy to make, extremely delicious, healthy, and full of Mediterranean flavors. 

This low-carb keto soup is made with roasted red peppers, juicy end-of-summer tomatoes, and onions.

To learn more: Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup

Vegan Lentil Meatballs

Mercimek Kofte (Turkish Vegan Lentil Meatballs) is a healthy and flavourful Turkish dish made with fine bulgur, red lentils, onions, tomato & red pepper paste, and spices. They are usually served cold or at room temperature as a cold appetizer or meze along with lots of lettuce and lemon slices.

To learn more: Mercimek Kofte (Turkish Vegan Lentil Meatballs)

Stuffed Peppers

These delicious Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers (Biber Dolmasi) are filled with aromatic stuffing made of rice, onions, pine nuts, currants, and various herbs/spices. You can serve them as a side dish as well as the main meal or an appetizer. The leftovers are great for a boxed lunch the next day or a picnic.

To learn more: Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers (Biber Dolmasi)

Imam Bayildi

Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Aubergines) is a classic Ottoman dish made with aubergines cooked in a generous amount of olive oil and then stuffed with a mixture of onions, tomatoes, and garlic.

To learn more: Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Eggplant)

Saksuka - Turkish Vegetable Meze

Saksuka (Turkish Vegetable Meze) is a very much loved vegetarian/vegan dish made of shallow-fried vegetables and a simple tomato sauce. 

Just like Mutabal (Roasted Eggplant Dip), Şakşuka is such a great versatile dish that can be served as a part of a mezze spread, as a side dish, or as an appetizer.

To learn more: Saksuka (Turkish Vegetable Meze)

Baba Ganoush

This Turkish-style Baba Ganoush without tahini is a smokey and flavorsome eggplant dip made with fresh Mediterranean ingredients. It makes a great vegetarian/vegan lunch when served with some crusty bread. A perfect meal especially when you want to eat something light and healthy as well as delicious.

To learn more: Baba Ganoush Without Tahini

Spicy Turkish Bulgur Salad

If you're looking for a delicious and flavorful vegan salad recipe, look no further than the Traditional Kisir Recipe! 

Made with a mixture of fine bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, and vegetables, such as parsley, mint, and scallions, Kisir is bursting with zesty flavors and satisfying textures.

To learn more: Traditional Kisir Recipe (Spicy Turkish Bulgur Salad)

Braised Celeriac

Zeytinyağlı Kereviz Yemeği (or Braised Celeriac) is a delicious Turkish & Mediterranean dish made with celery root and carrots braised in olive oil and orange juice. This healthy dish combines the nutty and earthy celeriac with sweet carrots and citrusy oranges.
To learn more: Zeytinyağlı Kereviz Yemeği - Braised Celeriac

Falafel

This Authentic Homemade Lebanese Falafel Recipe is perfect for you if you want to learn how to make perfectly crisp and extremely flavourful falafels. 

Whether you serve them stuffed in warm Greek Pita Bread or along with a bowl of refreshing Lebanese Fattoush Salad, this iconic street food will be a family favorite!

To learn more: Authentic Homemade Lebanese Falafel Recipe

Air fryer version: Vegan Air Fryer Falafel Recipe

Batata Harra

Batata Harra is a mouth-wateringly spicy and crispy Lebanese potato dish that can be whipped up in no time using just a few simple ingredients.

It is a staple in Lebanese cuisine that combines potatoes with garlic, EVOO, chili flakes, cilantro (coriander), and lemon to create a flavor explosion.

To learn more: Batata Harra - Lebanese Potatoes

Noah's Pudding

Ashure (Aşure), also known as Noah's Pudding, is a rich, unique, and traditional dessert that's rich in history and flavor. Made with a delightful mix of grains, legumes, nuts, and fruits, this super nutritious treat is a true gem in Eastern Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.

To learn more: Ashure Dessert - Noah's Pudding

Meatless Cig Kofte

This Easy Meatless Çiğ Köfte Recipe is a vegetarian twist on the popular Turkish street food from Urfa, a city in southeastern Turkey.

It also makes a great appetizer or meze and is similar to Kibbeh Nayyeh from Levantine cuisine.

To learn more: Easy Meatless Çiğ Köfte Recipe

Greek Roasted Vegetables

Briam is a hearty Greek casserole dish featuring roasted vegetables cooked in a generous amount of olive oil and seasoned with simple Mediterranean flavors.

To learn more: Briam - Greek Roasted Vegetables