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    Home ▸ Vegan Recipe Roundups

    40 Incredible Vegan One Pot Meals

    Last modified: August 6, 2022. Originally posted: August 6, 2022 By Sophia DeSantis

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    A collage of a variety of one pot soups, sandwiches and stir fries.

    This is a collection of 40 of the best vegan one pot meals ever! Make dinner quick and easy with these healthy plant-based recipes.

    If you're like me and hate the visual of dishes piling up as you cook, then making a meal in one pot is the best! It helps make both dinnertime and clean up easier and stress free.

    Collage of a variety of soups, pasta, sandwiches and an egg scramble.
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    This post was originally published on July 18, 2020.

    Getting healthy meals that help us eat more veggies is important to me as a mom. And when they only use one pot, making clean up much faster, I am left with more time with my family!

    What is a One Pot Meal?

    One pot dinners are exactly what it says, meals you can make using one pot. This may be quick and seamless, like a soup, or may take a little creativity like cooking pasta first, then using the same pot to make a quick sauce.

    Who should make one pot meals?

    Making an easy dinner is multi-faceted. You have the amount of ingredients, you have how much prep it takes, the cooking time, how many things you use in the process, and the effort you are putting in overall.

    While we can't always solve all these issues, having a list of recipes you can make in one pot can be a saving grace for those of us that want to make dinners less effort.

    I wouldn't consider myself lazy, but I am a mom of three boys trying to run a business so I definitely get tired by the time dinner rolls around. I love when I can limit the washing to one pot, it takes a little of the edge off of overwhelm.

    Vegan One Pot Dinner Ideas

    We have many one pot dinner recipes that don't require a lot of energy to throw together. These are some of our go-to's for those crazy days, and when we want to clean out the fridge.

    Vegetable Teriyaki Stir Fry
    Looking to reduce waste and use leftover veggies in the fridge? This vegetable teriyaki stir fry is the perfect solution. Easy to make and huge on flavor!
    see recipe
    Black bowl filled with rice topped with teriyaki vegetable stir fry
    Easy Vegan Fried Rice Recipe
    This vegan fried rice recipe is perfect if you're looking for the quickest easiest meal the whole family will love! Easy to customize and so simple to make.
    see recipe
    A dark blue plate on a striped towel filled with fried rice and a fork
    Easy Veggie Paella Recipe
    This veggie paella recipe is so easy to make and packed with flavor. It’s an all in one meal with veggies and protein plus it’s super affordable!
    see recipe
    Black bowl of veggie paella topped with lemon slices and strips of greens
    Vegan Thai Sweet Potato Curry
    This vegan sweet potato curry is easy to make, ultra flavorful and creamy. Pair it with rice or even some extra veggies for a perfect well rounded meal!
    see recipe
    Black plate with sweet potato red curry over white rice with a cilantro sprig
    The Best Homemade Black Beans
    This vegan black beans recipe uses dry beans and is easily made on the stove, in the instant pot or in a crock pot. The flavor is unreal!
    see recipe
    A blue bowl on a blue striped towel that is filled with black beans and white rice with cilantro on top.
    Vegan Bean Chili Recipe
    There is nothing like a good vegan bean chili recipe on a cold day. It's the perfect comfort meal that will satisfy you like no other!
    see recipe
    Cream bowl with chili inside topped with slices of avocado and green onions.
    The Best Healthy Veggie Chili
    This is one of the best veggie chili recipes I have ever tried! It's packed with flavor, but made with simple whole food ingredients.
    see recipe
    Two soup bowls filled with veggie chili surrounded by ingredients
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    Vegan One Pot Soup Recipes

    Here is a list of some of our favorite soups that can easily be made in one pot. Keep in mind that those that contain pasta, I cook the pasta in the pot first, then rinse and drain and add it back in at the end.

    Incredible Vegan Tortilla Soup Recipe
    This vegan tortilla soup recipe is absolutely amazing. It's made with simple whole-food ingredients and is so warm and comforting!
    see recipe
    Two bowls filled with tortilla soup and loaded with toppings
    Easy Vegetable Minestrone Soup Recipe
    Easy vegetable minestrone soup like you’ve never seen before! Inexpensive to make, easy to throw together and uses up leftover veggies so less waste!
    see recipe
    Two bowls of vegetable minestrone soup on a wooden tray
    20 Minute Thai Coconut Curry Soup
    20 minutes is all you need for a Thai coconut curry soup filled with veggies and bursting with flavor! It's uber healthy and a perfect well rounded meal for the whole family.
    see recipe
    A black bowl on a grey rock background with an orange colored soup with veggies and chickpeas and toppings.
    Easy Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes Recipe)
    Greek lentil soup, also called Fakes soupa, has simple ingredients and is full of protein and iron. It's super healthy, easy to make and tastes incredible!
    see recipe
    Two bowls of lentil soup with carrots and sprinkled with parsley and a bay leaf.
    Vegan Sausage, Kale and White Bean Soup
    This kale and white bean soup is filled with veggies, vegan sausage and has incredible flavor. Perfect for the whole family!
    see recipe
    Top view of sausage, kale, white bean and carrot soup on a grey napkin
    Vegan Mushroom Stew Recipe
    This easy vegan mushroom stew recipe is the perfect cozy meal for those busy nights. It comes together quickly and has an amazing depth of flavor!
    see recipe
    Top view of white bowl filled with a mushroom and barley stew with spinach and thyme
    20-Minute Low-Fat Detox Bok Choy Miso Noodle Soup
    20 minutes and 7 ingredients to a miso noodle soup perfect for a cold night, quick dinner or comfort for the nasty cold. Full of greens, protein and detoxifying properties to help give your health that extra boost!
    see recipe
    White bowl filled with miso soup, bok choy, portobello mushrooms and noodles
    Vegan Miso Soup with Noodles & Vegetables
    This easy vegan miso soup has noodles and is loaded with vegetables. It's made in under 30 minutes and uses simple ingredients!
    see recipe
    Asian style veggies and noodles in a broth in a black bowl with a white asian soup spoon next to it.
    Best Vegetable Pasta Fagioli Recipe
    Grab a spoon and dig into the best vegetable pasta fagioli recipe! It's super easy to make and so warm and comforting. Plus filled with veggies and protein!
    see recipe
    White bowl with pasta and vegetable bean soup inside
    Vegan "Chicken" Noodle Soup
    This vegan chicken noodle soup is the perfect meal for those cold cozy days. It uses chickpeas instead of traditional chicken for a healthy dose of protein!
    see recipe
    Two white soup bowls filled with chickpea veggie noodle soup
    Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
    Make this vegan broccoli cheddar soup with only 9 ingredients and in 30 minutes! The secret is my combination of two cheesy ingredients.
    see recipe
    Top view of broccoli cheddar soup in two white bowls sitting on a yellow checkered towel next to pieces of broccoli and a bowl of cheese.
    Simple Vegan Black Bean Soup Recipe
    This vegan black bean soup is not only delicious but so easy to make. Use dry or canned beans for the perfect family meal!
    see recipe
    Two soup bowls on a checkered towel with black bean soup and surrounded by toppings
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    Vegan One Pot Pasta Recipes

    Pasta is a family favorite. Whether in soups, or mixed with different sauces, we typically eat it multiple times a week.

    I learned fast that making the pasta first, then using the same pot for a quick sauce created less mess and made pasta night less overwhelming. That is how I adapt all of the following to make them a one pot pasta dinner!

    3 Ingredient Spinach Tomato Pasta Sauce
    3 ingredients and low effort makes for the best dinner! This spinach tomato pasta sauce will blow you away at how easy and flavorful it is.
    see recipe
    White soup bowl filled with sausage spinach tomato pasta and vegan parmesan
    Vegan Cacio e Pepe Recipe
    Vegan Cacio e Pepe Recipe is absolutely delicious and easy to make. It doesn't require a blender, is simple and made with whole foods!
    see recipe
    A cream colored plate with three twirled piles of spaghetti in a creamy sauce
    Cavatelli and Broccoli Recipe with Vegan Sausage
    This cavatelli and broccoli recipe is made with vegan sausage and absolutely delicious. Bonus is that it is made in only one pot!
    see recipe
    Top view of a dark bowl with bright green broccoli pieces mixed with cavatelli pasta and sausage on a light blue napkin
    Vegan Pasta Puttanesca Recipe
    This vegan pasta puttanesca recipe is an easy and incredible meal to impress everyone! Feels and tastes like a restaurant, but made as quick as fast food!
    see recipe
    White bowl with penne pasta mixed with puttanesca sauce and parsley
    Vegan Stir Fry Noodles
    These vegan stir fry noodles are filled with vegetables and a family favorite. Plus they are bursting with flavor and easy to make! #veganasianrecipes #easyveganrecipes
    see recipe
    Stir fried noodles and veggies in a dark blue bowl with lime slices and cilantro
    The Best Vegan Carbonara Recipe
    This vegan carbonara is easy to make using whole food ingredients and tastes amazing. Perfectly light, but creamy, and a perfect comfort food!
    see recipe
    A blue bowl of spaghetti carbonara next to small bowls of parsley and red pepper flakes
    The Best Vegetable Bolognese Sauce
    This vegetable bolognese is hands down the best recipe ever. It's so flavorful, made with whole food ingredients and comfort food perfection!
    see recipe
    A blue bowl filled with vegetable bolognese mixed with spaghetti and a spring of thyme
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    Vegan One Pot Breakfast Recipes

    One pot vegan meals don't stop at dinner! Breakfast can be quick and easy too. Here are some of our favorite ways to make breakfast healthy and stress free!

    The Best Vegan Omelet Recipe
    This vegan omelet recipe is not only versatile with more than one option, but it's super easy and full of healthy ingredients!
    see recipe
    A blue plate on a striped towel with a veggie omelet on it and little bowls of veggies around
    Vegan Egg Scramble Recipe (With Tofu and Without)
    This vegan scramble recipe is so easy and delicious. Filled with any veggies you like, protein and the perfect way to start the day!
    see recipe
    Grey plate with scrambled eggs mixed with veggies, slice of bread, avocado slices and cherry tomatoes
    Healthy Carrot Cake Overnight Oats Recipe
    This carrot cake overnight oats recipe is not only absolutely delicious, but it's vegan, gluten-free and made with healthy whole food ingredients! It's the perfect way to start your day.
    see recipe
    A blue surface with a grey towel and glass jars on it filled with carrot cake oats and spoons inside
    Quick and Easy Peach Overnight Oats
    This peach overnight oats recipe is quick and easy to prep, tastes amazing and is perfect for kids! Having a healthy breakfast ready to eat makes morning so much less stressful!
    see recipe
    A glass jar with creamy oats and peaches on top in front of two other similar jars next to sliced peaches
    The Best Healthy Vegan Overnight Oats
    This vegan overnight oats recipe is not only healthy but so versatile. Easy to make into any flavor you love and a family favorite!
    see recipe
    Three glass jars filled with different flavors of overnight oats sitting on a pink napkin on a wooden surface
    Savory Oats Recipe
    This savory oats recipe is going to become your new favorite way to start the day. Only seven ingredients and five minutes to a healthy amazing breakfast!
    see recipe
    Grey bowl with spinach oatmeal and a metal spoon in it.
    Gallo Pinto Recipe (Costa Rican Rice & Beans)
    Gallo Pinto is a traditional Costa Rican breakfast. This authentic recipe easy to make, healthy and uses up leftover ingredients!
    see recipe
    Blue bowl with a black bean and rice mixture in it on a yellow and white checkered towel.
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    Vegan One Pot Lunch Ideas

    You usually don't see lunch on the list when referring to one pot meals, but these are some great and easy options that come together quickly! They are family friendly too.

    Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich
    This smashed chickpea salad sandwich is a healthy and delicious way to fill your belly! Easy and perfect to make ahead of time.
    see recipe
    Mashed chickpea salad sandwich with veggies piled on a black plate
    Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes recipe
    Are you ready to get sloppy in the best way ever? These lentil sloppy joes are easy to make, loaded with flavor, and a sure fire hit for the entire family.
    see recipe
    Lentil sloppy joes on a wheat bun with pickles
    Vegan Cheesesteak Sandwich
    Quick, simple, healthy comfort food for those busy nights. This vegan Philly portobello "steak" sandwich is full of veggies, a touch of optional spice, and loads of flavor!
    see recipe
    Hand holding a half eaten mushroom Philly cheesesteak sandwich
    Vegan Pulled "Pork" Mushroom Sandwich
    Thinly sliced shiitake and baby portobello mushrooms slathered in flavorful BBQ sauce makes this meaty and chewy  vegan pulled pork sandwich the perfect addition to any party. Forget the grill and grab some buns!
    see recipe
    Vegan pulled pork sandwich with mushrooms topped with arugula, pickles and tomatoes
    Best Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwich
    Make this vegan pulled pork and put it into a sandwich in 30 minutes! It uses jackfruit crisped in a pan for a simple, easy incredible flavor.
    see recipe
    Cream plate with BBQ jackfruit sandwiches topped with coleslaw and fries.
    The Best Vegan Jackfruit Tacos
    These vegan jackfruit tacos are not only easy to make but they are absolutely delicious! Paired with refried beans, its an all in one meal!
    see recipe
    Three jackfruit tacos with toppings on a plate surrounded by ingredients
    Easy Vegan Chorizo Recipe
    This vegan chorizo recipe is not only easy to make, but it's packed with flavor and absolutely delicious! It's made using all whole foods and done in 20 minutes.
    see recipe
    Grey plate with three vegan chorizo tacos surrounded by bowls of taco ingredients
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    Tips and Tricks for Vegan One Pot Meals

    1. Prepare as much as possible in advance to makes these recipes even faster by chopping all ingredients, making any sauce ahead of time and pre-measure spices.
    2. If you need to sauté things in batches because you're making a large portion, I like to use the plates we are eating on to set already cooked things in. So if I had to sauté a ton of veggies, I would sauté the broccoli for example first, then the mushrooms and peppers, etc. Then once all are cooked, I'd put back in the pot and mix in the sauce or noodles or whatever is needed.
    3. When making pasta dishes, it works to use only one pot by cooking the pasta, draining it, then using the same pot to make the sauce. The opposite would work too, make the sauce, then put it in a storage container you will use for the leftovers, and using the same pot to cook the pasta.
    4. Look for precooked grains for easy meals. Frozen rice, packaged precooked pasta (especially Asian noodles for things like soups) all work great when you need things really quick.
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