Take the stress out of one of the busiest times of the year with this list of 50+ Vegan Back-to-School Recipes! With make-ahead breakfasts, packable lunches, simple snacks, quick weeknight dinners, and sweet treats, these kid-friendly vegan recipes are designed to save you time and keep school meal prep hassle-free.
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It’s that time of year again: kids are heading back to school! Between shopping for school supplies and getting the family organized, the last thing you need to worry about is what to pack for lunch. Luckily, this round-up of 50+ Vegan Back-to-School Recipes is here to help!
From make-ahead breakfasts and packable school lunches to easy vegan snacks, quick dinners, and sweet treats, this guide makes meal planning fast and stress-free.
Most of these recipes can be prepped days in advance or whipped up in minutes, saving you time and stress while giving you tasty meals. Even better, they’re all kid-friendly! After all, there’s nothing better than your kids coming home with empty lunchboxes and full stomachs.
Breakfasts for School Mornings
1 Bowl Vegan Blueberry Muffins
These are the best Vegan Blueberry Muffins! They’re soft, fluffy, and moist, with fresh, juicy blueberries throughout. You’ll love how easy they are to make in one bowl!
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Vegan Breakfast Sandwich (Freezer-Friendly)
Start your day with this freezer-friendly Vegan Breakfast Sandwich! With homemade vegan JUST Egg patties, sausages, and cheese, these make-ahead sandwiches are easy to make and delicious.
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Simple Vegan Overnight Oats
Simple Vegan Overnight Oats are the easiest make-ahead breakfast ever! You can prepare several jars at a time and have a nutritious breakfast ready for every day of the week. I'll show you how! No chia seeds or other hard to find ingredients.
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Vegan Breakfast Burritos
Delicious and easy to make Vegan Breakfast Burritos are loaded with tofu scramble, vegan queso and easy potato veggie hash. They freeze perfectly for quick and filling weekday morning breakfasts!
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Chocolate Chia Pudding
This Chocolate Chia Pudding recipe is blended so you don't notice the seeds! An easy and healthy breakfast or snack made with only 5 ingredients.
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Vegan Granola
This is the best Vegan Granola recipe! Seasoned with cinnamon and maple syrup, every bite of the golden brown oat clusters tastes so warm and sweet.
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Vegan Breakfast Casserole
From hash browns to vegan sausage to fluffy vegan “eggs”, you’ll find all of your breakfast favorites in this epic Vegan Breakfast Casserole! Make it fresh in the morning or prep it the night before.
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Vegan School Lunch Ideas
Vegan Chicken Salad
This Vegan Chicken Salad will blow you away and it's perfect for picnics! Made with a handful of simple ingredients, you can have it on the table in just 15 minutes.
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Easy Baked Tofu Nuggets
Easy Baked Tofu Nuggets are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, easy to make and make a delicious meal that grown ups and kids love! Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and some Oven Roasted Potato Wedges.
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Chickpea Salad Sandwich
This simple chickpea salad sandwich will become your new favorite lunch! It's easy to throw together in less than 10 minutes and the leftovers last for 4-5 days in the refrigerator.
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Vegan Pasta Salad
This Vegan Pasta Salad is perfect for summer potlucks. Pasta and fresh vegetables are tossed in a briny vinaigrette to create an incredible side dish you will make again and again!
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Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas
Bring this easy Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas to picnics, potlucks, barbecues, and more! Tossed in a lemon vinaigrette, it’s deliciously refreshing and packed full of veggies.
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Vegan Burritos
The filling for these vegan burritos is ULTRA flavorful, satisfying and easy to make. The mixture can be made on the stove top or using an Instant Pot. No one will miss the meat and dairy!
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Chickpea Tuna Salad
Load this Chickpea Tuna Salad into sandwiches, wraps, bowls, and more! Creamy mashed chickpeas replace the tuna in this picnic-perfect dish, while chopped nori lends a realistic ‘fishy’ flavor. An instant hit with all types of eaters!
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Salad Rolls
These are the best salad rolls and they're so easy to make at home! The addition of mango and avocado is simply incredible. Dip them in my easy to make peanut sauce for endless amazing flavors!
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Tofu Lunch Meat
This Tofu Lunch Meat couldn’t be easier to make! Shaved tofu slices are simmered in a savory sauce until they’re tender, chewy, and packed with flavor, just like real deli slices. Perfect for quick meals and sandwiches!
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Curry Chickpea Salad
This Curry Chickpea Salad recipe is so flavorful and comes together fast using canned chickpeas, curry powder, mayo, chutney (or apricot jam), celery, raisins and more. It’s the perfect meal prep for lunches!
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The Best Lentil Soup
It’s true – this really is The Best Lentil Soup you’ll ever make! It’s all whipped up in one pot with simple and inexpensive ingredients like fresh veggies, bold spices, and of course plenty of lentils.
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Vegan Egg Salad
This is the best Vegan Egg Salad, period. Made with finely chopped tofu and a flavorful, creamy dressing, it’s the perfect meal to bring to the potluck or stuff into sandwiches.
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Vegan BLT Sandwich with Baked Tempeh Bacon
Vegan BLT Sandwiches made with smoky baked tempeh bacon. Use store bought vegan mayo or make homemade tofu mayo and pile on the lettuce, tomato slices, tempeh bacon and optional sprouts & avocado!
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Tofu Lettuce Wraps
These Tofu Lettuce Wraps are a P.F. Chang’s copycat that stuffs crisp and refreshing lettuce cups with an ultra-flavorful, protein-packed tofu filling. One bite and you’ll be hooked!
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Packable Snacks for Kids
Peanut Butter Energy Balls
Need a boost of energy? Grab one of these no-bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls! They’re an easy 5-ingredient snack you can take on the go or freeze for later.
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Vegan Pepperoni
Take your vegan pepperoni pizzas up a notch with this Vegan Pepperoni recipe! Made with vital wheat gluten and the perfect blend of spices, each slice tastes like the real thing. Perfect for pizza, sandwiches, snacking, and more!
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The Best and Easiest Hummus Recipe
Learn how to make hummus the easy way with this 7-ingredient hummus recipe! It’s ultra-creamy and ready to enjoy with pita and vegetables in about 5 minutes.
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Vegan Cheddar Cheese
Tangy Vegan Cheddar Cheese is so easy to make with just 8 ingredients! It's firm, sliceable and delicious on cold sandwiches, grilled cheese or as an addition to a snack platter with crackers and grapes.
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Marinated Tofu (The Best Tofu Ever!)
Never eat bland or boring tofu again! This Marinated Tofu recipe easily transforms a regular brick of tofu into the most delicious protein with amazing flavors. Perfect for frying, baking, or air frying!
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Easy Black Bean Dip
Grab the tortilla chips and dig into this incredible Black Bean Dip! It’s a budget-friendly party snack that blends canned black beans with simple sautéed aromatics, cilantro, and lots of fresh lime. Easy to make in less than 15 minutes.
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Quick & Easy Vegan Banana Muffins
The BEST Vegan Banana Muffins ever! They are so quick & easy to whip up using just 1 bowl, and are perfect for a weekend breakfast. Add chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
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Easy Dinner Ideas
Vegan Sloppy Joes
These easy Vegan Sloppy Joes put a plant-based spin on a childhood classic! Ready in less than 30 minutes, both kids and adults can’t get enough of this meaty and comforting weeknight dinner.
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Sharp White Mac and Cheese with Broccoli (High Protein)
This Vegan White Mac and Cheese with Broccoli is made with a high-protein white cheddar “cheese” sauce that’s creamy, sharp, and oh-so cheesy! Make it for a 20-minute, kid-friendly dinner on busy weeknights.
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Sweet Potato Curry with Chickpeas
Sweet Potato Curry with Chickpeas and Spinach is an easy one-pot meal you can make for weeknight dinners and meal prep! It’s comforting, flexible, and loaded with flavor.
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Vegan Marry Me Pasta
Say “I do” to Vegan Marry Me Pasta! This viral creamy pasta is made with a rich sun-dried tomato sauce and vegan chicken (or tofu). An easy 30-minute meal that’s packed with amazing flavors!
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Cheesy Broccoli Rice Vegan Casserole
This Cheesy Broccoli Rice Vegan Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! It combines vegan chicken (or chickpeas) with rice, broccoli, and dairy-free cheese in one skillet and is ready to eat in just 30 minutes.
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Easy Chana Masala with Raita
This quick and Easy Chana Masala recipe is loaded with hearty chickpeas and an Indian-spiced tomato onion sauce. A dollop of the refreshing vegan Raita (yogurt sauce) on top cools every bite and makes this Indian-inspired dish extra indulgent.
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Quick One Pan Tofu Stir Fry
Quick one-pan dinners don’t get much easier than this Tofu Stir Fry! It’s a 20-minute, flexible recipe and there is no need to press your tofu.
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Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
This creamy Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese is made with an ultra-cheesy pumpkin cheese sauce for the best fall comfort food! It’s easy to make with simple ingredients and perfect for the whole family.
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Skillet Enchiladas (Vegan)
Seriously easy 1-pan Skillet Enchiladas are ready to eat in less than 30 minutes! Enjoy all the flavors of enchiladas without the work.
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Vegan Chicken and Dumplings
Comfort food doesn’t get much better than this Vegan Chicken and Dumplings recipe! Homemade dumplings simmered in a hearty vegan “chicken” soup are fluffy, tender, and savory.
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The Best Vegan Mac and Cheese
This truly is the BEST Vegan Mac and Cheese and it's easy to make! The stovetop version is ready in less than 20 minutes, or bake it for a few minutes with a buttery breadcrumb topping.
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After-School Sweet Treats
Chocolate Vegan Mug Cake
The best chocolate vegan mug cake out there! Super fudgy, moist and perfect anytime you need a chocolate fix, quick! Ready in 1 minute.
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Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Easy to make vegan oatmeal raisin cookies have chewy centers and slightly crisp edges. With brown sugar, molasses, oats, cinnamon and sweet raisins, these underrated cookies will soon become a family favorite!
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Easy 5 Minute Vegan Fudge
This incredible vegan fudge is easy to make in 5 minutes with only 5 simple ingredients. Smooth, creamy and decadent, it tastes just like the fudge you'd get from the candy shop!
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
With an oatmeal cookie crust, a creamy peanut butter filling, and melted chocolate on top, these Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are almost too good to be true! Like a giant peanut butter cup in cookie bar form.
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Vegan Muddy Buddies
This easy-to-throw-together vegan muddy buddies (aka Puppy Chow!) recipe is a fun dessert and snacking option! There are only 6 ingredients and there’s no baking required. Simple and delicious? Score!
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Brownie Bites
These brownie bites are fudgy, adorable and have that perfect crinkle top! Made in a mini muffin pan, these bite sized treats are perfect for parties. Vegan with a gluten free option, so everyone can enjoy!
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Vegan Rice Krispie Treats (Extra Ooey-Gooey!)
A childhood favorite, these are the BEST Vegan Rice Krispie Treats, extra ooey-gooey and marshmallowy! Easy to make, too!
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Dairy Free Ice Cream Recipe (No Churn!)
This Dairy Free Ice Cream Recipe (No Churn!) is just as simple as it sounds! You only need 5 ingredients to whip up this easy vegan ice cream, plus whatever add-ins you want to mix into it.
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Perfect Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
This is the best vegan chocolate chip cookies recipe ever! Easy to make in 1 bowl, no chilling required and they turn out perfect every time. Soft, chewy and full of chocolate chips!
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Tofu Chocolate Mousse
Tofu Chocolate Mousse is a silky smooth vegan dessert that will make any chocolate lover smile! Easy to make with only 6 ingredients.
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Best Edible Vegan Cookie Dough
So smooth and sweet, this best-ever Edible Vegan Cookie Dough is delicious by the spoonful! Egg and dairy free, freezer friendly, and ready to eat in just 10 minutes.
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Vegan Pudding
This creamy, rich, and decadent Vegan Pudding is a 1 pot recipe made with 7 pantry-staple ingredients. It’s the perfect after school snack or kid-friendly dessert!
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Vegan Peanut Butter Cups
Vegan Peanut Butter Cups are easy to make, with only 4 ingredients that you probably have in your pantry right now! Everyone's favorite candy, made vegan.
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