15 Vegan Peanut-Packed Savory Dishes

Peanuts are yummy, packed with protein, and are super versatile. They pair perfectly with chocolate and are a must in trail mixes, cookies, and energy balls.

But, peanuts go beautifully in many savory dishes, too. They add a creaminess, crunch, and a punch of protein. Many Asian dishes rely on peanuts to make delicious peanut sauces and dips.

Here are 15 savory recipes with peanuts at the helm. If you are allergic to peanuts, there is a high chance that almonds or cashews would make a good substitute.

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1. Rainbow Spring Rice Paper Rolls With Peanut Dipping Sauce

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You can fill your rolls with whatever you like but for this recipe for Rainbow Spring Rice Paper Rolls With Peanut Dipping Sauce by Lisa Dawn Angerame, it is all about getting all the colors of the rainbow in one bite. We have red peppers, orange carrots, yellow peppers, green avocados, and purple cabbage.

2. Crunchy Thai-Inspired Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing

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This recipe for Crunchy Thai-Inspired Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing by Molly Thompson is packed with flavor, vibrant colors, and plenty of vitamins and nutrients to help fight inflammation. We love to make this on a Sunday and throw several portions in meal prep containers to take for lunch throughout the week. You can add fresh herbs to brighten it up—my favorites are cilantro and Thai basil.

3. Thai Peanut Cauliflower Wings

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If you love fresh modern vegan eats or all things Thai, you’re going to love these new vegan oven-baked Thai Peanut Cauliflower Wings by Gabrielle St. Claire! There are so many perks to this recipe – quick and easy batter, crisp on the outside, they don’t get soggy, the sauce features staple ingredients, notes of sweet, notes of heat, it’s perfect for any season, great for entertaining, can easily be made in bulk, can easily be made gluten-free, have aesthetic appeal with the toppings, and are such an affordable dish!

4. Fresh Spring Rolls with Crispy Tofu

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The weather is warming up so that only means more fresh, bright, and refreshing dishes. These Fresh Spring Rolls with Crispy Tofu by Taavi Moore are the perfect recipe to enjoy on a hot summer or spring day. These spring rolls are fresh, delicious, and filled with crispy marinated tofu, fresh vegetables, and rice noodles. Additionally, these rolls are paired with a creamy, flavorful peanut sauce.

5. Tempeh Peanut Thai Red Curry

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This rich Tempeh Peanut Thai Red Curry by Vicky Coates is vegan, and gluten-free and makes a great light healthy dinner or lunch option.

6. Peanut Chickpeas

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Vegan Peanut Chickpeas by Alexandra and Eian are one of the quickest, easiest, and most nutritious recipes! Packed with plant protein from the chickpeas and lots of vitamins thanks to the spinach, this makes an awesome weeknight meal!

7. Peanut Butter and Miso Roasted Eggplant

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Incredibly simple to make, packed full of flavor, and looks the part for when you’re entertaining family or friends. These Peanut Butter and Miso Roasted Eggplant by James Wythe are so versatile as they go well for a lunch with quinoa and veg, perfect for topping a salad or even as a side dish to your dinner.

8. Panang Pasta

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This Thai-inspired Panang Pasta by Gretchen Price is a delicious and quick dinner! It has a nice spicy kick and pairs perfectly with the homemade peanut sauce.

9. Sweet Potato Cheeseburgers with Peanut Sauce

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You have the sweet creaminess of the sweet potato, with the little crunch from the lentils, mixed in with the sweet, tangy, peanut buttery dressing, topped with the earthy beet microgreens. These Sweet Potato Cheeseburgers with Peanut Sauce by Jacinthe Vigneault are simply delicious!

10. Vegetable Coconut Curry

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This Vegetable Coconut Curry by Daniela Modesto is a great option if you’re looking for a quick dinner that’s going to require minimum effort. It’s also practically foolproof since the blender makes the sauce for you and all you have to do is peel, chop, and stir. Easy right?

11. Peanut Butter Soba Noodles

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This is a great make-ahead recipe as well and works awesome for a packed lunch or quickly heated up for a snack/dinner. This recipe for Peanut Butter Soba Noodles by Kristen Genton uses simple ingredients that you probably have at home and substitutions can be made such as spaghetti or udon for soba noodles and you can also use any type of vegetable you want!

12. Sweet Potato Lentil Burger With Peanut Sauce and Beet Microgreens

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These awesome Sweet Potato Lentil Burger With Peanut Sauce and Beet Microgreens by Jacinthe Vigneault have the sweet creaminess of the sweet potato, with the little crunch from the lentils, mixed in with the sweet, tangy, peanut buttery dressing, topped with the earthy beet microgreens. Delicious!

13. Noodles With Veggies and Spicy Szechuan Peanut Sauce

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These Noodles With Veggies and Spicy Szechuan Peanut Sauce by Molly Patrick are simple to make and delicious! This plant-based dish is quick to prepare and will become a fast favorite to add to your plant-based, oil-free rotation.

14. Soybean Noodles in Peanut Butter Spinach Sauce

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This recipe for Soybean Noodles in Peanut Butter Spinach Sauce by Ida Hemmingsson-Holl is perfect for those nights when you want a delicious and filling meal but want to spend less than ten minutes in the kitchen. The soybean noodles cook within minutes and then you simply have to toss them in the savory peanut butter spinach sauce. For a tangy finish, squeeze some lime juice right on before serving.

15. Veggie-Packed Thai Pasta Salad

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This Veggie-Packed Thai Pasta Salad by Hayley Canning is a 20-minute healthy dinner recipe full of flavor. It’s filling, incredibly satisfying, and healthier than you might imagine! Fresh veggies add that needed crispy crunch. The cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, and green onions are all added to the salad raw which means less cooking time.

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