15 Vegan Dinner Ideas Even Carnivores Will Love

Created by chef Chloe Coscarelli, this pasta recipe gets its creaminess from cashews and butternut squash, plus a savory crunch from homemade mushroom bacon. 

If you’re eating vegan to feel healthier, this soup will do the trick. It’s packed with flavor, so you won’t notice anything missing (like meat). And because you can make it in a slow cooker, it’s so easy to prepare.

Craving meat? This low-carb recipe will do the trick. The mushrooms give the sauce a smoky umami flavor.

Drooling? We understand. This comforting casserole is fantastic for a potluck or a cozy group dinner at home...or you could just keep it for yourself and eat the leftovers all week long.

This vegan recipe is a project, but it’s a worthwhile endeavor. Cauliflower or seitan star as the not-chicken, but it’s really about the crispy, crunchy coating here. 

Crunchy, creamy and actually good for you: This hearty salad is a delicious entrée or side for lunch or dinner.

Veggie burgers are a Meatless Monday go-to, and these homemade patties are high in fiber and protein. And don’t worry, nutritional yeast and balsamic vinegar ensure plenty of flavor. 

It’s hard not to literally shriek about how much we Love. This. Recipe. Firm tofu swaps in for meat, and plenty of healthy accoutrements make this a well-balanced bowl you’ll want to whip up again and again. 

These adorable little guys prove that seafood isn’t necessarily the best part of any sushi dinner. (Hint: It’s the rice.)

Sautéed eggplant lends this dish its smoky flavor and meaty texture. (Just leave off the grated cheese or buy a vegan substitute to ensure this dinner is 100 percent vegan.)

Don’t let the word fruit fool you. Jackfruit actually tastes savory and has a texture similar to pulled pork.

This orange cauliflower is sweet, somehow still kind of healthy (hey, at least you’re getting vitamin C) and totally vegan. 

This chili is packed with hearty beans and veggies, so you definitely won’t be missing the ground meat. Top it with vegan sour cream and you’re good to go.

Cauliflower-walnut taco “meat,” vegan queso, sweet potatoes and plenty of guac create an excellent oversized burrito.

Those tiny little fried tofu nuggets on top are irresistible. Hello, new favorite dinner.