These vegan one pot meals are perfect for busy weeknight dinners. All of these one pot vegan recipes are quick, easy, meatless, and easy to cook up in a single pot or pan! Dinner time has never been easier.
I love cooking, but most days I don't really have time to spend hours on dinner. Between work and being a mom, I'm mostly exhausted at the end of the day. Besides, who wants to make a big mess in the kitchen, that you'll just have to clean up after?
Yep, I said one pot. This is my absolute favorite type of recipe. The kind where you can throw all your ingredients together in one single pot. And poof - you have dinner ready!
And best of all, there's less cleanup. So you can spend more time doing more fun things with your evening!
This roundup includes all of my favorite one pot vegan meals. There's a little something for everyone - vegan one pot pasta, one pot curries, one pot vegan soups, one pot rice dishes, one pot vegan stews. You can get the idea.
All of these one pot vegan recipes are:
- quick & easy
- 100% vegan and vegetarian
- dairy-free
- plant-based
- many are even gluten-free!
So for your cooking pleasure - here are my favorite one pot vegan recipes.
And if you love quick and easy vegan recipes, be sure to check out my new cookbook, Weeknight One Pot Vegan Cooking. It's packed with 75 plant based recipes that all cook up easily in a single pan!
35 One Pot Vegan Meals
All you need is 15 minutes and a handful of simple ingredients to make this super easy creamy mushroom pasta. No wonder it's a reader favorite - this one has been shared over 70,000 times!
This Vegan Jambalaya is packed with fresh veggies and loads of spice! And this easy, one-pot vegan dinner is easy to prepare in under an hour.
These one pot noodles are loaded with veggies and bursting with flavor from coconut milk, lemongrass, ginger, and garlic. Just use your favorite vegan-friendly noodles to make this an easy plant-based meal.
This hearty Eggplant Stew is packed with flavor from eggplant, chickpeas, and seasonal veggies all simmered in a savory tomato sauce. Yum!
This one pot vegan chili is packed with mushrooms, black beans, and spices. Make a huge batch because it is even better the next day!
This one pot vegan fried rice is comfort food at its best. Packed with fresh veggies and tons of flavor, this easy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.
This easy and flavorful broccoli tofu stir fry is cooked in just one pan. Make it with homemade stir fry sauce, green onions, and fresh garlic and ginger.
This One Pan Cauliflower Curry makes for a quick vegan dinner that is packed with flavor. It's 100% vegan and gluten-free.
This easy one-pan vegan meal is part stew, part curry, and healthy enough to feel great about.
Fregola pasta is one of my favorites, and I love this one pot vegan version loaded with cherry tomatoes.
Looking for a super easy vegan meal for Meatless Mondays? This Lentil Vegetable Soup is super simple and easy to cook up in just one pot!
These veggie burrito bowls are easy to prep in a single skillet. and the low carb "rice" gives them an awesome healthy twist.
Artichokes are one of my very favorite ingredients, and this One Pot Artichoke Soup is a great way to show them off.
This One-Pot Spicy Vegetable Rice makes for a an easy mid-week dinner. It only takes 30 minutes to prep this flavorful one pot vegan meal.
The ultimate one-pot vegan meal, this rich and hearty Vegan Portobello Pot Roast with red wine, herbs & vegetables is a true plant-based feast!
This one pot vegan soup is so simple, yet hearty and satisfying enough to be a main dish! Plus it's Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, grain-free and dairy-free, with a Whole30 option! What else could you ask for?
This one pot curry is flavorful, hearty, and ready in one hour! Perfect for chilly nights.
I love protein-packed quinoa, and this one-pot vegan soup is a great new way to prepare it. It's hearty, delicious, and even gluten-free.
Another amazing soup for those chilly winter days. This mushroom soup is packed with nutritious veggies and chickpeas and is easy to cook up in a just a single pot. The leftovers make a great packable lunch for the next day.
This one pot vegan meal is loaded with protein, thanks to the TVP (textured vegetable protein). It's a great choice when you need a hearty meal that's still simple to prepare.
This one pot vegan Ratatouille is quick and easy for a weeknight meal. It's 100% vegan, gluten free, and paleo friendly. Plus, it freezes well so go ahead and make extra!
This dairy-free chowder is loaded with corn and potatoes for a hearty one pot vegan dinner.
This super-quick one pot soup is hearty and delicious. Plus it's easy to make in 30 minutes with just a few simple ingredients. Gluten-free too!
This one pot vegan chili is totally delightful - packed with pinto and black beans. Top it with non-dairy cheese, avocado, and green onions for a fun vegan dinner.
Who knew split pea soup could be this delicious? This one pot vegan version is so flavorful and easy to make. Just add a toasted baguette for a perfect plant-based dinner.
This vegan one pot pasta is so easy to make and is ready in about 15 minutes. Yep, I said 15 minutes.
This one pot vegan dinner is packed with lentils, quinoa, asparagus, and peas for a nutritious and tasty meal. I love that it all cooks up in a single pot, so there's almost no clean up!
I love spicy food - the spicier the better! So I am digging these vegan one pot noodles for an easy weeknight dinner.
Need something healthy and delicious that you can make in just 10 minutes? This easy vegan lettuce soup is sure to do the trick.
This one pot vegan soup is a sure winner - you can't go wrong with butternut squash and ginger. (And if you love this one, be sure to check out my Thai Pumpkin Soup too!)
Stir fries are the ultimate one pot meal! So simple and always a crowd pleaser. This red curry stir fry is ready in just 30 minutes. Plus, it's vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly.
One-Pot Lentils and Rice is hearty, filling, and uses staples from your pantry. Plus, it takes only about 10 minutes to make!
I love the Indian-inspired flavors in this one pot vegan recipe. It's loaded with flavor from curried okra, eggplant, and chickpeas.
Nothing is quite as comforting as a warm bowl of soup, and this one brings me right back to my Italian roots.
This easy One-Pot Basil and Tomato Orzo is flavorful, satisfying, and it’s ready in 30 minutes or less!
This One Pan Mexican Quinoa is a flavor-packed vegan meal that you can prep in just one pan. It’s spicy, smoky, satisfying and it only takes 20 minutes on the stovetop.
Ta - dah! There you have it - 35 easy one pot vegan dinners. I hope you found something that you and your family will love. If you've tried out any of these, let me know what you think in the comments below.
If you love these recipes, be sure to check out these other delicious plant based ideas:
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