10 Vegan Recipes that Went Viral Last Week: From Carving Board Seitan ‘Pastrami’ to Easy Weeknight Pilaf!

When everyone’s got their eyes on a recipe, you know it must have something special that you will want to try! That’s the case for these 10 vegan viral recipes that went viral last week. They’re some of the best, and trust us when we say that you don’t want to miss out on these incredible viral recipe creations from our bloggers!

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1. Carving Board Seitan ‘Pastrami’

Source: Carving Board Seitan ‘Pastrami’

This Carving Board Seitan ‘Pastrami’ by Joni Marie Newman is mouthwateringly delicious and tastes just like it has been sliced fresh and served up hot from the deli counter. This salty, savory deli-casy will make you the sandwich of your dreams or you can just eat it as is – it’s that good!

2. Savory Mushroom Oats

Source: Savory Mushroom Oats

A hearty recipe perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This Savory Mushroom Oats by Meredith Youngson is easy to make, uniquely delicious, and low in fat. The perfect combination for a healthy, warm meal on a cold day.

3. Moroccan Couscous

Source: Moroccan Couscous by Amarilis Moldes

The mixture of flavors in this recipe is a pure explosion: the spices, the sweetness of the raisins, the crunch of the pumpkin seeds … simply delicious!

4. Easy Weeknight Pilaf

Source: Easy Weeknight Pilaf

This Easy Weeknight Pilaf by Lydia Filgueras is one that will save your weeknights! It’ll be your go-to recipe when you’re busy, but still need something delicious and nourishing.

5. Marinated Eggplant with Capers and Mint

Source: Marinated Eggplant with Capers and Mint

Marinated eggplant is a classic Greek dish popular for sharing. It has a surprisingly creamy texture and a deep yet tangy flavor. This Marinated Eggplant with Capers and Mint by America’s Test Kitchen is an easy recipe that would keep the eggplant in the spotlight, with a complementary, brightly flavored marinade.

6. Pierogi Lasagna

Source: Pierogi Lasagna

Take your carb-game to the next level with this ridiculously indulgent, savory dish that boasts all the things you love about traditional piergoies, but takes half the time to prepare! Try out this Pierogi Lasagna by Kris Dee | Mostly Domestic!

7. Banana Bread Pudding

Source: Banana Bread Pudding

This Banana Bread Pudding by Lucie Javorska is the creamiest, sweetest, and yummiest way to use up leftover bread. Seriously – bananas and peanut butter? How could that POSSIBLY go wrong? Bonus points: This banana bread pudding is extremely budget-friendly!

8. Beef Bulgogi Bowl

Source: Beef Bulgogi Bowl

Bulgogi (“fire meat”) is a popular Korean dish consisting of beef that’s infused with a sweet, spicy, and savory marinade and then grilled. Homemade seitan makes a great replacement for beef, as it mimics the texture well and soaks up the delicious marinade. This Beef Bulgogi Bowl by Francesca Bonadonna pairs wonderfully with rice, fresh vegetables, and kimchi.

9. Fattoush Salad Bowl

Source: Fattoush Salad Bowl

These Fattoush Salad Bowl by America’s Test Kitchen come together easily and are full of flavor and get a fresh crunch from the romaine!

10. Saucy Udon Noodle Bowl

Source: Saucy Udon Noodle Bowl

If you’re craving something warm and soupy, this Saucy Udon Noodle Bowl by America’s Test Kitchen is the way to go!

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Unfortunately, dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer, and has many side effects. 

For those interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend purchasing one of our many plant-based cookbooks or downloading the Food Monster App which has thousands of delicious recipes making it the largest vegan recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

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• High Protein Plant-Based Recipes
• Plant-Based Meal Prep

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Lead Image: Savory Mushroom Oats by Meredith Youngson