Vegan lunch recipes
Balanced vegan lunch recipes with complete protein, complex carbs and vegetables — work-friendly lunchboxes included, with full macros and serving sizes.
36 recipes
3000-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 225 g Protein
A full sample day of 3000 calories and 225 g of protein for athletes and muscle gain, built on tofu, tempeh, seitan and TVP.
2800-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 215 g Protein
A full sample day of 2800 calories and 215 g of protein for a 2700–2900 kcal target, built on tofu, tempeh, seitan and TVP.
2600-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 205 g Protein
A full sample day of 2600 calories and 205 g of protein for a 2500–2700 kcal target, built on tofu, tempeh, lentils, seitan and TV…
2400-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 195 g Protein
A full sample day of 2400 calories and 195 g of protein, for anyone whose calculator says 2300–2500 kcal, built on tofu, tempeh, l…
Vegan High-Protein Meal Prep: The 2-Hour Sunday System
Tired of deciding what to cook every night? This guide shows you how to prep a week's worth of high-protein (30-40g) vegan meals i…
The Rice and Beans Protein Myth: Do You Need to Combine Proteins?
You do not need to eat rice and beans in the same meal to obtain complete protein. Learn what the amino acid pool means, what vega…
The Ultimate Vegan Bodybuilding Meal Plan: A Complete Guide
Looking to build muscle on a vegan diet? This article provides a detailed meal plan for vegan bodybuilders, including sample days…
The High-Protein Vegan Lunch Guide: Build a 45g Protein Meal
Struggling to hit your protein goals on a vegan diet? This guide provides a simple formula for building a high-protein vegan lunch…
Plant Protein Per 100g: The Ultimate Reference Chart
A detailed comparison chart of protein content in popular plant-based foods, including legumes, soy, grains, nuts, and seeds. Lear…
High-Protein Vegan Breakfast Guide: 8 Ideas from 25-40g of Protein
A complete guide to high-protein vegan breakfasts with 25-40 grams of protein. Learn what to eat, how much to aim for, and get eas…
1200-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 110 g Protein
A full sample day of 1200 calories and 110 g of protein for 50–69 kg, built on tofu, tempeh, lentils and TVP.
2000-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 170 g Protein
A full sample day of 2000 calories and 170 g of protein for 77–106 kg, built on tofu, tempeh, lentils and TVP.
2200-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 185 g Protein
A full sample day of 2200 calories and 185 g of protein for 84–116 kg, built on tofu, tempeh, lentils and TVP.
1800-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 155 g Protein
A full sample day of 1800 calories and 155 g of protein for 70–97 kg, built on tofu, tempeh, lentils and TVP.
1600-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 140 g Protein
A full sample day of 1600 calories and 140 g of protein for 64–88 kg, built on tofu, tempeh, lentils and TVP.
1400-Calorie High-Protein Vegan Meal Plan — 125 g Protein
A full sample day of 1400 calories and 125 g of protein for 57–78 kg, built on tofu, tempeh, lentils and TVP.
Baked Soybean Falafel: Crispy and Protein-Packed
Craving falafel while cutting calories? This crispy baked soybean falafel packs in the protein for a satisfying post-workout meal—…
Vegan Protein Chart: 50+ Plant-Based Sources (Grams of Protein per 100g)
A comprehensive table with 50+ vegan protein sources, sorted by protein content per 100g, with practical recommendations on how to…
The Ultimate Myprotein Guide for Vegan Athletes
A practical Myprotein guide for vegan athletes: how to evaluate soy isolate, Clear Vegan Protein, vegan vitamin D3, algae omega-3,…
Nutritional Yeast: Vegan Bodybuilding’s Secret Ingredient
What can nutritional yeast bring to your vegan bodybuilding routine? Get to know its protein, savory flavor, and easy everyday use…
Vegan Tempeh Fish With Crispy Nori and Rice Paper
This vegan tempeh fish packs protein, iodine, and plenty of savory flavor into a crispy nori-and-rice-paper wrap.
Tempeh That Tastes Great: How to Cook It Right
Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian food made by fermenting soybeans with mycelium, the threadlike body of a fungus. Fermentation m…
High-Protein Vegan Recipes: 5 Picks for Building Muscle
These 5 high-protein vegan recipes bring flavor, variety, and a protein boost to your muscle-building menu. Think creamy pasta, ch…
High-Protein Vegan Stir-Fry for Getting Lean
This high-protein vegan stir-fry is quick, flavorful, and seriously filling. Yuba and konjac noodles make it a satisfying option w…
Hot Tofu with Spicy Soy Sauce
Hot tofu is a traditional way to enjoy tofu that deserves a spot in your kitchen. A gentle simmer and a punchy soy sauce turn a si…
Vegan Pea Patties in Green Curry
These vegan pea patties in green curry make a seriously good lunch, with 16 grams of plant-based protein per serving.
One-Pot Pasta with Peas: 6 Simple Ingredients
This one-pot pasta with peas makes a quick, satisfying lunch with 20 grams of protein and fewer than 500 calories per serving. Wat…
Vegan Shavuot Recipes: 5 Lighter Holiday Favorites
These vegan Shavuot recipes bring the creamy holiday favorites to the table without leaning on coconut oil, coconut cream, or cash…
Vegan Fish Rolls with Nori, Rice Paper, and Yuba
These vegan fish rolls bring plenty of ocean flavor, plus iodine from nori to support normal thyroid function.
Chickpea Flour Recipes: Cookies, Muffins, and More
Put that bag of chickpea flour to work with 5 chickpea flour recipes, from chocolate cookies to sweet and savory muffins. Plus, le…
Vegan Fish With Teriyaki Sauce
This vegan fish recipe pairs tofu and nori with a quick, punchy teriyaki sauce. Watch the video and learn how to bring that briny,…
Miso Eggplant: Big Flavor, Fewer Calories
This miso eggplant gets its big flavor from a simple marinade, not a bath in oil. Steam it until tender, then give it a quick sear…
Vegan Recipes for Fat Loss: 5 Easy, Satisfying Ideas
These 5 vegan recipes for fat loss bring plenty of flavor without making you live on rice cakes and carrot sticks. From creamy mus…
Vegan Recipes for Building Muscle: 10 to Try
These 10 vegan recipes for building muscle bring variety to your everyday meals. From hearty bean soups to savory protein snacks,…
Mexican Bean Soup with a Harissa Twist
This Mexican bean soup takes a little shortcut: harissa stands in for chipotle. It's thick, hearty, and ready for a generous toppi…
Vegan Colombian Potato Soup (Ajiaco)
This vegan Colombian potato soup swaps chicken for grated tofu and coconut yogurt. With potatoes, corn on the cob, and plenty of h…