41 Cozy Vegan Winter Recipes for Dinner (2024)

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Hearty Vegan Bean Chili

This hearty and super simple chili will be your next favorite go-to vegan winter dinner! Using only convenient staple foods, this meatless meal is whipped up in just 30 minutes and very nutrient-dense.

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Cozy Quinoa Stuffed Eggplant

Aren’t stuffed veggies just some of the coziest vegan winter recipes? These easy quinoa stuffed eggplants feature a flavorful veggie sauce brimming with flavor. Cozily spiced with cumin, smoked paprika and a pinch of cinnamon, this is the perfect comfort dinner.

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Winter Rainbow Buddha Bowl

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Red Lentil Carrot Soup

Try this red lentil soup for batch cooking during colder months! It features potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, turmeric, ginger and a handful of other staple foods and is so easy to make. Great for lazy weeknight dinners and endlessly customizable!

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Easy Vegan Chickpea Meatloaf

Flavor-packed and really hearty, this chickpea meatloaf is such a delicious dinner addition to each fall and winter meal. Serve it with potatoes, gravy, and Brussels sprouts for the best combo!

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Satay Sweet Potato Lentil Curry

Ready in under 30 minutes and great for cooking in bulk, this creamy lentil curry with sweet potatoes and spinach deserves a spot in your weekly dinner rotation! It’s so flavorful, thanks to the curry paste, soy sauce, peanut butter, and coconut milk.

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Vegan Lentil Shepherd’s Pie

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What could be a more comforting dish than Shepherd’s Pie? This vegan version is made with fluffy mashed potatoes and cauliflower on top of a hearty lentil filling. It’s like a huge hug in a casserole dish!

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Creamy Coconut Curry Soup

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Soups are great for winter — and especially soups that are bursting with healthy veggies, textures, and flavors. This creamy curry soup requires only 10 minutes or prep time and one huge pot to make!

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Butternut Squash & Brown Rice Casserole

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Do you love bump-and-bake recipes? This butternut squash and brown rice casserole is the perfect cozy and lazy weeknight dinner you need to try. It’s loaded with winter veggies, fluffy rice, and hearty beans!

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Easy Vegan Baked Ziti

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Baked ziti is almost like a lazy person’s lasagne, but it’s oh-so-comforting! Pasta meets seitan sausage and easy homemade mozzarella sauce in this classic dinner recipe. So delicious that nobody would guess it’s vegan!

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Stuffed Shells with Mushrooms and Spinach

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Speaking of lazier versions of classic dishes, these stuffed shells are similar to ravioli but easy to make at home from scratch! We picked a recipe with spinach, mushrooms, and cashew cream cheese for a winter-approved version.

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Vegan Sausage Casserole

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Only 20 minutes are needed for this rich vegan sausage casserole with beans and baby carrots in a thick tomato gravy. Perfect for coming home after a chilly winter walk outside and undetectably vegan.

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Easy Vegan Potato Curry

Creamy, undetectably plant-based and slightly spicy: what’s there not to love about a good coconut curry? This easy one-pot recipe calls for coconut milk, potatoes, chickpeas, peas and some veggies which doesn’t just make it super satisfying but also nutritionally balanced.

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Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole

Slices of potato and broccoli slathered in a simple homemade cheesy cashew sauce — this beginner-friendly casserole recipe is a true family favorite vegan dinner during fall and winter. It’s nutritious comfort food made with affordable whole food ingredients!

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Warm Kale Quinoa Salad

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Would you like to enjoy a comforting salad during the colder months? This beautiful bowl is filled with cooked quinoa and tossed with kale, carrots and bell peppers cooked in a hot skillet. Drizzle with homemade lemon tahini dressing and enjoy!

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Easy Vegan Tortilla Soup

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This vegan tortilla soup is easy to make with everyday ingredients in about 20 minutes. Great for batch-cooking and to warm up after a long day, this hearty dish tastes best topped with avocado, lime, cilantro and tortilla strips!

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Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff

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Pasta is definitely on the top of our list when it comes to vegan comfort food! This recipe combines al-dente pasta with a smooth savory sauce that is loaded with tender mushrooms, onions and lots of spices. Try this mushroom stroganoff!

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Sweet Potato Winter Buddha Bowl

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Colorful, brimming with flavor and texture and so good for you! In this sweet potato winter Buddha bowl, roasted sweet potato meets cooked quinoa, kale, avocado, chickpeas and lots of lemon tahini dressing. I’d say yes to that any day of the week!

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Creamy Vegan Lentil Dal

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Protein-packed and easy and quick to make, this yellow lentil dal is a great comforting, creamy and flavorful vegan winter recipe! Ready in 30 minutes, it can be made during busy weeknights and even using an Instant Pot.

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Roasted Vegetable Lentil Salad

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Tender oven-roasted vegetables in a delicious marinade with lentils, pistachios and raisins make for one crave-worthy vegan winter salad! Strikingly beautiful and so delicious, this dish is surprisingly easy to make and meal prep-friendly.

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Spinach Pasta with Garlic Breadcrumbs

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Whenever you experience cold, rainy days, try this creamy pasta with spinach, nutmeg and cheesy garlic breadcrumbs! It’s super simple and ready to enjoy in under 30 minutes with only a handful of common ingredients.

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Pumpkin Chickpea Coconut Curry

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This one-pot vegan chickpea and pumpkin curry is made with fragrant Indian spices, coconut milk and tomatoes. It’s a cozy vegan winter recipe that takes just 30 minutes which makes it an easy, healthy midweek meal perfect for colder weather.

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Vegan Stew And Dumplings

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Meet this no-fail vegan stew and dumplings! Packed with flavor, very affordable and quicker than regular stew, it’s a popular dish with young and old alike and super satisfying. While it does take more effort to make than some of the other vegan winter recipes on this list, this dinner is so worth it!

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Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

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Serve up a batch of this dreamy vegan pumpkin mac and cheese that is loaded with creamy flavor in every single bite! Pumpkin, lemon, salt, pepper and more all join forces to make an epic mac and cheese the whole family will enjoy.

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30-Minute Curried Cauliflower Soup

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This flavorful curried cauliflower soup is one of the best soups ever because it is made of good-for-your-health vegetables and ready in 30 minutes or less! Featuring cozy spices from curry to turmeric, onion and ground pepper, it’s great as an everyday winter dish.

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Vegan Stuffed Winter Squash

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Any gatherings or dinner parties coming up? Make this beautiful vegan stuffed squash with gravy. The sweetness of the squash is balanced by the umami of the miso gravy, while edamame and green onion add color and texture to the brown rice stuffing.

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Vegan Penne Alla Vodka

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Suitable for dinner year-round but especially comforting during fall and winter is this recipe! Vegan penne alla vodka is an easy weeknight meal to prepare and will quickly become a family favorite. It's rich, creamy and so satisfying!

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Easy Mushroom Bourguignon

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Seasonal veggies like mushrooms, carrots and onions simmered in a sweet and savory red wine sauce is just what you need for a comforting dinner! Pair this homemade Bourguignon with mashed potatoes or polenta for the perfect filling meal.

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Hearty Vegan Pasta Bolognese

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Hearty and filling, this vegan bolognese is made with lentils, mushrooms and a variety of veggies. Serve over your favorite pasta for a delicious and healthy meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes and the whole family will love!

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Warming Veggie Pot Pies

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These little pot pies are perfect for the holidays or cozy weekend dinners! Creamy, veggie-packed and super nutritious, this recipe is just what you need when it’s grey and wet outside during the winter months.

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Vegan Swedish Meatballs

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Cooking for meat lovers? Try these chewy and hearty vegan Swedish meatballs made from seitan and served in a creamy mustard sauce. This is one of the most comforting vegan winter recipes, especially when served with some homemade mashed potatoes.

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Gnocchi Kale Soup with Vegan Sausage

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This creamy gnocchi soup is warming, cozy and hearty. Loaded with pillowy potato dumplings, savory vegan sausage, softened kale and a luxurious cashew broth, this dish offers everything you’re craving on a cold winter night.

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Creamy Tuscan Spaghetti Squash

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If you’re looking for a comforting low-carb vegan winter recipe, try this Tuscan spaghetti squash with sundried tomatoes, artichoke hearts and spinach. Make it during meal prep or serve it as a side with some crusty bread for a hearty meal!

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Vegan Chili Mac n Cheese

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Vegan chili mac n cheese is the ultimate comfort food! This recipe calls for only one pot and 25 minutes of your time until you can serve macaroni, kidney beans, corn, vegan cheese and lots of Tex-Mex spices.

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Easy Chana Masala

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High in protein, packed with flavor and perfect for the whole family, this chana masala recipe is super easy to make and really budget-friendly! It’s a wonderfully creamy crowd-pleasing dish that’s ideal for mixed diet families.

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Creamy Sweet Potato Soup

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How would you like a creamy and savory sweet potato soup with chickpeas and tahini that offers a hint of sweetness? This vegan winter recipe is loaded with cozy spices, accidentally gluten-free and really healthy.

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Vegan Potato Goulash

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This potato goulash recipe is an incredibly hearty and flavorful dinner that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. The unique blend of spices makes for a satisfying and budget-friendly meal for the whole family!

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Vegan Loaded Sweet Potato

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Packed with kale, black beans and topped with a homemade green goddess dressing, this loaded sweet potato is a great satisfying and easy-to-make weeknight meal. Enjoy it warm straight out of the oven and top with your favorite fixings!

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Butternut Squash White Bean Soup

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If all you want to do is snuggle up under a blanket in the evening, be sure to take a bowl of soothing butternut squash and white bean soup with you! It’s richly smooth, colorful and offers lots of silky flavors to make it a wonderful comfort meal.

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Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup

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This vegan cream of mushroom soup uses lots of seasonal ingredients during fall and winter and just totally hits the spot when you’re craving something quick and warm! So easy to make with just a handful of simple kitchen staples.