Vegan WFPB Recipes (Whole-Foods Plant-Based)

Bok Choy Miso Soup

Appetizers, Soups, 200 Calories, Japanese Cuisine, Side Dishes, One-Pot, Stovetop Recipes, Fall, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, Nut-Free, High-Protein, Tofu, Under 30 Minutes, Recipes

Bok choy miso soup is a quick way to use up leafy greens in a light yet flavourful soup. And you get a hit of savoury, fermented probiotic goodness to boot!

Glass jars of roasted sesame paste on a wooden table.

Traditional Roasted Sesame Paste Recipe

Sauces, Chinese Cuisine, Japanese Cuisine, Over 700 Calories, Blender, Fall, Winter, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, Nut-Free, Under 30 Minutes, Asian Cuisine, Recipes

Rich and nutty roasted sesame paste is a staple of Japanese and Chinese cuisine, where it’s called Neri Goma or Zhi Ma Jiang. Made from just one ingredient!

Homemade coconut milk is poured from a stopper bottle into a young coconut.

Chinese Coconut Milk Drink Recipe

Drinks, 200 Calories, Chinese Cuisine, Blender, Summer, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, Nut-Free, Under 30 Minutes, Recipes

My homemade version of the famous Hainan Yeshu Coconut Milk. This Chinese coconut drink is made from just one ingredient: young coconut. Oh so refreshing!

Toasted coconut shreds in a small cast iron pan on a white linen towel and next to a wooden spatula filled with more coconut.

Skillet Toasted Coconut (Shredded or Flaked)

100 Calories, Stovetop Recipes, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, Nut-Free, Under 30 Minutes, Global Cuisine, Recipes

Transform your shredded coconut or coconut flakes into golden-brown toasted coconut in five minutes using a skillet. Crispy, crunchy, with tons of nutty flavour!

Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates

Appetizers, American Cuisine, Desserts, 600 Calories, Snacks, Summer, Fall, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, Meal Prep, Under 30 Minutes

Two-ingredient peanut butter stuffed dates are a powerhouse of nutrients and natural energy. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or a simple after-school snack.

Blueberry chia jam on a grey countertop next to a slice of toast spread with jam and some scattered fresh blueberries.

2-Ingredient Blueberry Chia Jam

American Cuisine, 200 Calories, Breakfast, Sauces, One-Pot, Stovetop Recipes, Summer, Fall, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, Nut-Free, Under 30 Minutes, Recipes

Check out blueberry chia jam, a quick, healthy, and easier alternative to regular jam. All you need is 2 ingredients, 15 minutes, and no sugar required!

A wooden spoon scoops soy cashew yogurt from a glass mason jar.

Vegan Soy Cashew Yogurt (Instant Pot or Stove)

200 Calories, Breakfast, Sauces, Side Dishes, Snacks, Blender, Instant Pot, Stovetop Recipes, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, High-Protein, Meal Prep, Global Cuisine, Recipes

This vegan soy cashew yogurt is rich, creamy, and budget-friendly. No coconut milk, no thickeners, only whole food ingredients. As mild or as tangy as you want!

A block of cold silken tofu topped with fresh ginger, scallions, and Japanese soy sauce on a blue china plate.

Hiyayakko (Japanese Cold Tofu)

Appetizers, 200 Calories, Salads, Side Dishes, Japanese Cuisine, Snacks, Spring, Summer, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, Nut-Free, High-Protein, Tofu, Under 30 Minutes, Recipes

Hiyayakko (冷奴) is Japanese silken tofu served cold, seasoned with a smattering of savoury toppings. With endless flavour combos, it’s the best lazy summer meal.

A Dutch oven full of Mexican-style beans topped with cilantro, jalapeno slices, cheese, and sliced lime wedges.

Mexican Beans (Frijoles de la Olla)

Weekend, 300 Calories, Entrées, Side Dishes, Comfort Food, One-Pot, Instant Pot, Stovetop Recipes, Fall, Winter, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, WFPB, Nut-Free, High-Protein, Meal Prep, Mexican Cuisine, Recipes

Nothing is easier than a simmering pot of Mexican beans. Frijoles de la Olla is a cheap, no-fuss whole food recipe. Use pinto, mayocoba, or whatever beans you’ve got!

Banana Chocolate Chia Pudding

American Cuisine, 300 Calories, Breakfast, Snacks, One-Pot, Fall, Winter, Gluten-Free, WFPB, Nut-Free, Meal Prep, Recipes

This supercharged banana chocolate chia pudding is packed with protein and fibre, is easy to make, and can be prepped overnight for a quick grab-and-go meal.

WFPB (Whole-Food Plant-Based) Recipes