15 Sensational Dairy-Free Savory Apple Recipes!

It’s finally Fall, and for those of us who love apples, there are so many in season it’s hard to choose the best way to eat them. And why shouldn’t we? They’re sweet, crunchy, and filled with good nutrition. When most of us think of apple recipes, we inevitably think of desserts, but that’s far from the only way to cook this awesome ingredient.

If you’re looking for a new was to use apples, we’ve decided to make your job a little easier by offering fifteen delicious apple recipes that aren’t meant for the dessert plate.

1. Baked Cinnamon Apple Chips

These baked cinnamon apple chips by Nicole Dunai are the perfect combination of sweet and spicy and crunchy and delicious. The good news is that these are soo simple to make. Slice, season and bake. That’s it!

2. Onion Soup With Apple

With the colder days soon to come knocking on our doors, it’s time to indulge in comforting soups. The strong flavor of onion and the subtly sweet flavor of Florian Nouh‘s Onion Soup With Apples meld together perfectly in a broth that can be as light or as seasoned as you want to make it.

3. Savory Apple and Potato Pancakes

These savory apple potato pancakes by Maya Sozer put a spin on the classic potato pancake by adding an apple for bursts of sweetness! Flax eggs keep these savory cakes together. Serve them at breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

4. Flourless Apple Cinnamon Bread

This flourless apple cinnamon bread by Sara Grandominico is a really simple mix of healthy ingredients. The base is banana flour, which we’ll combine with a generous dose of cinnamon, date paste, applesauce, flax eggs, almond milk, and of course, apples. Soft, sweet, and full of apples and cinnamon, it’s an absolute breakfast dream on a chilly fall morning.

5. Hot Dog With Apple Mustard Compote and Vanilla Pickled Onion

Who knew apple and hot dog would go together? Add some tastes of Summer to your Fall with these Hot Dog With Apple Mustard Compote and Vanilla Pickled Onion. Created by Trine Rask, These are creative, zingy, tangy, and all the other descriptive words that you’d want on your dog.

6. Grilled Buffalo Tofu Po’ Boy with Apple Slaw

This Grilled Buffalo Tofu Po’ Boy with Apple Slaw by Zsu Dever is an appley take on the traditional Buffalo Sandwich.  Breaded, deep-fried, and smothered in the fatty condiment.

7. Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Apples and Chestnuts

If you aren’t sure if you like Brussels sprouts, never fear. Michaell Johnson‘s addition of gives these Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Apples and Chestnuts the sweet-savory kick they need to convert a nonbeliever. Despite their reputation, the sprouts actually have a pretty mild flavor when roasted.

8. Momo: South Asian Dumplings With Apple Chutney

Momos are a type of dumpling native to South Asian countries like Nepal and Tibet. Similar to Japanese gyoza, they are traditionally filled with a mixture of meat and vegetables, but Valentina Chiappa‘s Momo Dumplings With Apple Chutney replace meat with hearty beluga lentils, cabbage, and other vegetables. The apple zing makes it a delicious Fall flavor adventure.

9. Curried Butternut Squash Noodles With Apples and Dates

This colorful and vibrant Curried Butternut Squash Noodles With Apples and Dates is bursting with flavor, both savory and sweet. It contains a medley of spiralized noodles – buttery butternut squash, crispy green apple, and tangy red onion – as well as pecans and dates. The whole thing is drizzled with maple syrup and then tossed in a mixture of warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and curry powder. By Taylor Kiser 

10. Sauerkraut Salad With Apples and Walnuts

This Sauerkraut Salad With Apples and Walnuts is easy to make, delicious and will Support a healthy gut because of all the good bacteria. It is a truly delicious combination of contrasting flavors and textures, with the toasted walnuts, grated carrots, fresh chunks of tart Granny Smith apple, and cumin. By Bianca the Green Creator.

11. Pumpkin Spice Empanadas With Apple Cinnamon Cranberry Filling

Larice Feuerstein‘s Pumpkin Spice Empanadas With Apple Cinnamon Cranberry Filling are the perfect no-guilt nibble to offer your family and friends. The crust is crisp on the edges, yet tender, and delicately pumpkin-flavored with a touch of pie spices, while the filling is bursting with cinnamon-infused apples and tart cranberries.

12. Butternut Squash and Apple Galette with Sage

This Butternut Squash and Apple Galette with Sage by Marie Reginato has just a touch of sweetness coming from the beautifully roasted apple slices. Beneath the layers of roasted squash and apples are sautéed onions, all wrapped in a sage freckled crust. It’s absolutely heavenly.

13. Apple and Grape Pasta Salad

You have to try this apple and grape pasta salad! It’s ridiculously simple, guten-free, and yet very unique. Pasta is tossed lightly with vegan mayonnaise for a creamy base, and then the grapes and apple provide small bursts of sweet freshness.

14. Rustic Tartlets With Caramelized Onions, Apple, and Butternut Squash

A little sweet and a little savory, Dora Daily‘s Rustic Tartlets With Caramelized Onions, Apple, and Butternut Squash are perfect for fall gatherings. They make a tasty appetizer to showcase how well apples and onions go together and butternut squash makes a creamy addition. Make a lot of these because we’re thinking everyone will want two…or three.

15. Skillet Potatoes With Chickpeas and Roasted Apples

These Skillet Potatoes With Chickpeas and Roasted Apples by Florian Nouh  are the perfect fall breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner! Cubed potatoes are fried with savory onion and served on a protein-packed bed of quinoa and chickpeas. Roasted apple slices bring a subtle sweetness to the dish and you can use whatever fresh herbs you like to adjust the flavor of the dish to your liking.

If you’re more of an apple pie person, check out our Ultimate Guide to Making Vegan Apple Pie we recommend downloading our Food Monster App, which is available for both Android and iPhone and can also be found on Instagram and Facebook. The app has more than 10,000 plant-based, allergy-friendly recipes, and subscribers gain access to new recipes every day. Check it out! 

Featured Image: Butternut Squash and Apple Galette with Sage