15 Plant-Based Recipes Rich In Vitamin B5

Vitamin B5, also known as pantothenic acid, is an essential vitamin that is involved in everything from the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, to maintenance of healthy skin, hair, and eyes. To ensure that you are getting enough of the vitamin in your diet, try out these tasty plant-based recipes that feature foods high in B5 such as nutritional yeast, broccoli, avocado, and more!

1. Cheesy Mac n Yeast

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This Cheesy Mac n Yeast by Lee Khatchadourian-Reese is not only super yummy, but super easy to make! And nutritional yeast in this recipe adds the perfect amount of cheesiness!

2. Roasted Broccolini

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This Roasted Broccolini by HeeJee Lee seasoned with delicious cashew-nutritional yeast flavoring. For a nut-free version, substitute cashew nuts with hemp seed. Even kids would love it. Broccolini is superior to broccoli––it holds its texture and crunchiness so much better after being cooked and the bushy head holds so much spice without becoming mushy.

3. Avocado Pesto Pasta 

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The perfect delicious meal for lazy or busy days. This Avocado Pesto Pasta by Lenny Wu such beautiful flavors that come together to make this creamy pasta dish!

4. Avocado Rolls 

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These Avocado Rolls by Kathy Davis are refreshing, especially on a warm day! These are a perfect easy snack for when you want something filling and fancy, but don’t want spend lots of time in the kitchen. These rolls go excellently with a cool glass of iced tea.

5. Garlic and Onion Fried Rice, Fresh Sambal and Mashed Avocado 

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The sambal recipe in this Garlic and Onion Fried Rice, Fresh Sambal and Mashed Avocado by Bettina Campolucci Bordi is one of many Balinese versions. It lasts forever and awakens any dull dish that needs some extra oomph!

6. Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Want something hearty and packed with protein? You need to try making this Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash. This stuffed acorn squash is so filling, it can be used as a main course. It’s packed with mushrooms, crunchy cabbage, walnuts, and quinoa, making it a power-packed addition to gatherings with family or friends. Grab a big spoon and dig in!

7. Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Tantalize everyone’s tastebuds with Rachel Hanawalt‘s unique spin on rice: Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash! The wild rice in these stuffed acorn squashes pops in your mouth and is flavored with a triad of spices: sage, rosemary, and thyme. They’re mixed with the rice, along with celery and onion in a blend that tastes remarkably like bread stuffing, and then baked in a roasted acorn squash half. It all comes together perfectly: the stuffing doesn’t overcook inside the tender and sweet squash.

8. Caramelized Plantains With Coconut Cream

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These Caramelized Plantains With Coconut Cream by Anna Bannister are the perfect side dish or appetizer for a summer meal. The outsides get crunchy, the insides stay tender, and they’re the perfect balance of savory and sweet. The delicious coconut cream and flakes will transport you straight to Puerto Rico.

10. Baked Potatoes With Mushroom and Spinach

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Ultra lush, comforting and cozy Baked Potatoes With Mushroom and Spinach by Hannah Sunderani. With vegan gravy to drizzle. Perfect as a stand-alone dish, or a decadent side dish.

11. Healthy Stuffed Potato Skins

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These Healthy Stuffed Potato Skins by Vaishali Honawar are a perfect way for you to have the spud and eat it too.

12. Twice Air-Fried Stuffed Potatoes

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The only thing better than a baked potato is a baked potato filled with a cheesy mash and baked again. In these Twice Air-Fried Stuffed Potatoes by Cooking Vegan in Your Air Fryer we’re going to ditch the oven and do it all in our air fryer!

13. Grilled Street Corn With Aji Amarillo Queso

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Grilled Street Corn With Aji Amarillo Queso from Rachel Carr – a summer favorite with a Latin twist! Grilled summer corn on the cob with spicy cashew queso and hazelnut parmesan. This recipe is perfect with a fresh tomato and herb salad and maybe some BBQ mushrooms!

14. Roasted Corn and Avocado Salad

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This Roasted Corn and Avocado Salad from Nita Ragoonanan is so easy to assemble so it can easily be meal prepped. It is also refreshing, filling, and delicious!

15. Five Cheese Baked Macaroni and Cheese

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This baked, vegan version of mac and cheese gets its cheesiness from a nutritional yeast-filled sauce, a tofu ricotta-like mixture, vegan cream cheese, shredded vegan cheese, and walnut parmesan sprinkles. Yep, that’s five! If you are looking for an unbeatable “cheesy” comfort dish, try out this Five Cheese Baked Macaroni and Cheese by Joni Marie Newman.

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