Our Top 10 Easy, Quick Plant-Based Recipes from May 2024!

Save time in the kitchen with these easy and quick vegan dishes so you can spend more time with family and friends. All of these quick vegan dishes take 30 minutes or less to prepare!

We also highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App  — with over 20,000 delicious recipes it is the largest meatless, vegan, plant-based, and allergy-friendly recipe resource to help you get healthy! And, don’t forget to check out our Quick Meals Archives and our Quick & Easy Recipe Archives for more ideas!

1. Smoked Peaches with Vegan Rum Whip

Source: Smoked Peaches with Vegan Rum Whip

In the South, especially where I’m from in Georgia, peaches are readily available. So here’s another peachy recipe!

2. Rainbow Juice

Source: Rainbow Juice

This Rainbow Juice by Adam Merrin and Ryan Alvarez is packed with nutrients and tastes amazing!

3. Parsley Pear Green Smoothie

Source: Parsley Pear Green Smoothie

This Parsley Pear Green Smoothie by Nikki Stokes has a sweet, gentle taste that will remind you of cinnamon.

4. Creamy Salad Dressing or Dip

Source: Creamy Salad Dressing or Dip

You can use this Creamy Salad Dressing or Dip by Jo Pratt in a very versatile dressing for salads or roasted veg, or a dip for vegetable crudité. Get ahead by making this up to 4 days in advance and storing it in the fridge.

5. Orange Sesame 3-Bean Salad

Source: Orange Sesame 3-Bean Salad

This Orange Sesame 3-Bean Salad by Denise Perrault is a flavorful blend of sweet oranges, citrus-soy dressing, and nutty sesame seeds, and is a healthy twist on an old favorite.

6. Cucumber Salad

Source: Cucumber Salad

This Cucumber Salad by Jackie Sheehan is super easy to make and makes a delicious side dish or flavorful snack!

7. Green Curry with Cannellini Beans

Source: Green Curry with Cannellini Beans

This Green Curry with Cannellini Beans by Caroline Doucet requires only one pot and less than 20 minutes of preparation. This version is made with broccoli and cannellini beans, but feel free to change the vegetables and legumes to your liking. Serve it with rice or naan bread for a delicious, comforting meal!

8. White Apple Sangria

Source: White Apple Sangria

This White Apple Sangria by Adam Merrin and Ryan Alvarez is full of rich apple flavor and is a great drink after a long day of work.

9. Indian Rainbow Carrot Dip

Source: Indian Rainbow Carrot Dip

There is nothing like smooth, creamy hummus. It was one of my favorite foods when I was a kid, but chickpeas became too hard for me to digest—so I can no longer enjoy it. Luckily, I’ve found ways to create dips inspired by the other ingredients that make hummus so delicious. In this Indian Rainbow Carrot Dip by Shivangi Rao, I roast colorful carrots with classic Indian spices and then blend them with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It’s a great dip to pair with gluten-free crackers, grain-free tortillas, or fresh, crunchy veggies.

10. Chocolate Chip Muffins

Source: Chocolate Chip Muffins

These Chocolate Chip Muffins by Robin Browne are airy, slightly moist, and use a simple gluten-free flour-oat! Whether you are on the go or working from home these days, these gluten-free muffins are bound to bring a little boost to your day (and your belly!).

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