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Living that vegan life doesn't have to be hard. Subsisting on Taco Bell Fresco Burritos is an option, sure, but if you're looking to mix up your no-meat-and-cheese routine, look no further than Food52. The recipe behemoth has a slew of seriously delicious vegan recipes that even the pickiest eaters (and yes, even carnivores) would happily get down on.
Here's to where healthy and delcious collide: Tasty Vegan Recipes that Even Non-Vegans Would Love.
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10. Avocado Chocolate Mousse
You'll want to have your camera ready before you tell your friends the secret ingredient in this rich, decadent mousse. You'll get some priceless photos of their jaws dropping when they find out it's made with creamy, ripe avocado. Get the recipe on Food52.
9. Roasted Cauliflower with Gremolata Bread Crumbs
You think you don't like cauliflower, but it's just because you haven't eaten it cooked like this. When it's roasted until sweet and caramelized, then coated with bread crumbs, fresh herbs, and garlic, cauliflower becomes irresistible for carnivores and vegans alike. Get the recipe on Food52.
8. Asparagus and Arugula Pizza with Vegan Pesto
No one likes to use 10 napkins to soak up the grease off a soggy piece of pizza. Try this fresh-tasting pizza instead. It's substantial enough to be a weeknight meal and it's got a layer of nutty vegan pesto in place of greasy cheese. Get the recipe on Food52.
7. The Kitchn's One-Ingredient Ice Cream
Want to see a magic trick? Freeze a bunch of peeled bananas and toss them in the food processor. Your present for doing as you're told: fresh, vegan ice cream. Get the recipe on Food52.
6. Penne with Sweet Summer Vegetables, Pine Nuts, and Herbs
Full of bursting cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and tender zucchini, this savory, satisfying pasta screams summer. And it comes together quickly—proof that many vegan recipes are way less of a hassle than meaty meals. Get the recipe on Food52.
5. Zucchini Quinoa Burgers
Forget everything you thought you knew about veggie burgers—these are anything but dry and bland. Packed with chickpeas, quinoa, and zucchini and plenty of flavor, these burgers are hearty enough to stand up to all the toppings you can throw on 'em. Get the recipe on Food52.
4. Olive Oil and Maple Granola
You're going to be eating this granola by the handful. All you need to do is toss oats and your favorite nuts and seeds in olive oil, maple syrup, and brown sugar and throw it in a hot oven on a baking sheet. With a little stirring, you'll have a sweet, crunchy granola on hand for breakfast and snacking. Get the recipe on Food52.
3. Roberto Santibañez' Classic Guacamole
Let's be real: no one would survive being vegan if they couldn't eat guacamole. This recipe makes the purest, most perfect guacamole there is: it's made with only avocados, salt, onion, chiles, and a squeeze of lime juice. Feel free to add your own personal touches, at your own risk. Get the recipe on Food52.
2. Cauliflower Soup
We admit that this soup looks a little plain. All it requires is cauliflower, onion, olive oil, and water. But trust us and give it a chance: you'll see how, like magic, these ingredients themselves are enough to make a soup that's delicate, sweet, and smooth. Get the recipe on Food52.
1. Vegan Lentil Shepherd's Pie with Parsnip and and Potato Mash
This vegan version of shepherd's pie is hearty enough to satisfy even meat-eating mountain men. Dig into the mound of mashed potatoes and parsnips to find a filling of lentils, mushrooms, and vegetables below. We promise you won't miss the meat. Get the recipe on Food52.