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Some of the best meals come from our pantry and freezer ingredients. These special items are typically low-cost, can last a long time, and nutritionally dense.
Need a few ideas for your pantry? Here are the must-haves:
- Beans
- Lentils
- Canned Tomatoes
- Tomato Paste
- Pasta
- Spices
- Oats
- Baking Soda & Baking Powder
- Maple Syrup
- Honey
- Rice
- Canned Vegetables
- Coconut Milk
- Cocoa Powder
- Flour
- Sugar
- Nuts
- Bouillon Cubes
Some of these are included in the recipes below. Enjoy!
Oil-Free Vegan Fried Rice
A delicious, oil-free healthy vegan fried rice recipe loaded with your favorite veggies along with tofu scramble!
Peanut Butter Protein Baked Oats
This protein baked oatmeal is soft, moist, and naturally sweetened. Perfect for a quick, high-protein breakfast that keeps you full. Made with peanut butter, oats, and chia seeds, it’s gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and egg-free, with plenty of fiber and plant-based protein to fuel your morning.
Black Bean Tofu Burger Recipe
Protein-packed, healthy plant-based burgers made with tofu, black beans, and mushrooms. A kid-friendly burger that's great for a weekday dinner meal. Gluten-free, vegan, and healthy.
Vegan Butter Chicken (Tofu Makhani)
Here’s an easy Vegan Butter Chicken recipe that’s full of flavor, depth, and simple to make. It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser every time.
Extra-Crispy Baked Tofu Nuggets
Extra-crispy and crunchy baked tofu nuggets, coated and seasoned with panko and Italian breadcrumbs.
Easy Baked Aloo Tikki
This veg baked aloo tikki or potato patty is 100% vegetarian and vegan. Using boiled potatoes, Indian spices, and vegetables. Inspired by the Indian snack that's traditionally fried.
Creamy Rigatoni With Sofrito Avocado Sauce
Quick and easy, creamy rigatoni pasta gently tossed in avocado and fragrant sofrito sauce. Made with a Puerto Rican twist, using adobo. A delicious dinner recipe that’s perfect for a busy weekday summer night.
Air Fryer Roasted Roma Tomatoes
Easy, 20-minutes Air Fryer Roasted Roma Tomatoes! With a hint of sweetness, smokiness, and packed-full of good-for-you nutrients, these roasted tomatoes make for a great addition to stews, soups, pastas, and rice recipes.
Vegan Creamy Chickpea Pasta with Spinach
Whip up a creamy, velvety chickpea pasta for your next weekday dinner! Made with linguine, pan-roasted chickpeas, garlic, and creamy coconut milk. This recipe is 100% dairy-free, vegan, and can be made gluten-free.
Sugar-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
Make your day extra special with a glass of thick and creamy, sugar-free Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie. Made with just 5 plant-based ingredients - it’s the perfect warmer weather treat for chocolate lovers.
How To Make Vegan Banana Pancakes
Gluten-free vegan banana pancakes made with oats, chia seeds, and banana. Simple, plant-based breakfast that’s nutritious and satisfying.
Oil-Free Vegan Banana Bread
Indulge guilt-free with our oil-free vegan banana bread, crafted from everyday ingredients including ripe bananas, coconut milk, and warm cinnamon.
Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese
This creamy easy dairy free mac and cheese was a holiday potluck hit and is ready in 20 minutes. A plant based cheesy recipe everyone will love - I promise!
Vegan Creamy Red Potato Salad
Plant-Based Creamy Red Potato Salad is the perfect summertime recipe for your next BBQ, cookout, potluck, or your day out in the park. This recipe is gluten-free, eggless, and dairy-free!
Arroz Con Habichuelas
Puerto Rican-style yellow rice with pink beans and Spanish olives. Made with a vegetable base called "sofrito." It's a great vegan-option side dish that is typically paired with a stew or protein. Vegan, gluten-free.
20-Minute Habichuelas Guisadas (Puerto Rican Bean Stew)
Puerto Rican bean stew (habichuelas guisadas) packed with Latin flavors and ingredients. This dish is 100% vegan, healthy, and a great addition to other Puerto Rican sides.
One-Pot Pasta With Roasted Tomatoes and Mushrooms
Make dinner easy with a 30-minute, One-Pot Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes and Mushrooms. Made with just a handful of ingredients, this is the perfect weeknight meal for the budget-friendly family.
No Mayo Chickpea Salad Sandwich
If you're craving a healthy lunch option, this Creamy Chickpea Salad Sandwich is a must-try. It’s completely vegan, loaded with plant-based protein, and made without any mayo. It's perfect for a fresh, feel-good meal.
Cannellini Bean Burgers (with Pantry-Friendly Ingredients)
Need a QUICK and EASY burger? These Cannellini Bean Burgers are made with pantry-friendly ingredients! No need to chop or shred! These burgers are also 100% vegan, gluten-free, eggless, and dairy-free.
Black Bean Tofu Burger Recipe
Protein-packed, healthy plant-based burgers made with tofu, black beans, and mushrooms. A kid-friendly burger that's great for a weekday dinner meal. Gluten-free, vegan, and healthy.
Spring Lemon Garlic Spaghetti With Asparagus
Welcome in spring with a bowl of refreshing lemon-garlic, vegan springtime spaghetti with asparagus and tomatoes. Made in just minutes!
Roasted Carrot Red Lentil Soup
Creamy, full-bodied roasted carrot red lentil soup with fresh ginger. Surprisngly hearty and pairs well with a side of green salad or flatbread.
Buttery Oat Bran
Warm up your morning with a cozy bowl of oat bran topped with vegan butter, salt, and black pepper. It's the perfect morning comfort food.
Healthy Edible Cookie Dough
Get your cookie scoopers out - we're making a quick and easy batch of healthy edible cookie dough. Made with oats, chocolate chips, vegan milk, brown sugar, vanilla, and peanut butter - making this recipe plant-based, gluten-free, and packed with fiber.
Mushroom Vegetable Tomato Soup
Cozy mushroom vegetable tomato soup made with Puerto Rican spices and flavors. Whipped up in just 20 minutes. Serve this vegan soup with a piece of warm, toasted bread or a side salad.
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Mushroom Chili with Fire Roasted Tomatoes
Cathy
I’m loving the sound of these and looking forward to trying many.
A great range of recipes that are easy and cheap to make. Thank you for sharing
plantbasedandbroke
Hey Cathy! Thank you so much for stopping by my blog. If you make something from this list, let me know!