Cheap Easy Vegan Meal Prep Recipes

Eating vegan doesn’t have to be expensive and time-consuming. With a little bit of meal planning and prep, you can create delicious and nutritious meals, without breaking the bank. Preparing vegan meals ahead of time can also save you time, as you can make enough for several meals in one go and have them ready in your fridge for the week. Here are some affordable vegan meal prep recipes to get you started.

Quinoa, Sweet Potato and Kale Buddha Bowl

This tasty and nutritious meal is a great vegan lunch or dinner option. Start by pre-heating your oven to 400F. Chop your sweet potato into cubes and spread onto a baking sheet. Drizzle with a little bit of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes. Meanwhile, cook ½ cup of quinoa according to the package directions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and set aside. Chop and sauté your kale in a pan with a little bit of olive oil for about 5 minutes.

Ingredients

· 1 sweet potato
· ½ cup quinoa
· 1 cup of kale
· 1 tablespoon olive oil
· Salt and pepper to taste

Veggie Fajitas

These vegan veggie fajitas are a great meal to prep ahead of time. Start by pre-heating your oven to 400F. Chop your bell peppers, onion, and zucchini into strips and spread onto a baking sheet. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cook your tortillas according to the package directions and set aside. Once the vegetables are done roasting, assemble the fajitas by layering the tortillas with the roasted vegetables and your favorite vegan toppings.

Ingredients

· 2 bell peppers
· 1 onion
· 1 zucchini
· 8 tortillas
· 1 tablespoon olive oil
· Salt and pepper to taste
· Toppings of your choice (salsa, vegan cheese, etc.)

Vegan Lentil Soup

This vegan lentil soup is a great meal to prep ahead of time and store in your fridge for several days. Start by heating a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add your chopped onion, carrot, and celery and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add your garlic, spices, and diced tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes. Add your lentils and vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are soft. Add salt and pepper to taste and enjoy.

Ingredients

· 1 tablespoon olive oil
· 1 onion, chopped
· 1 carrot, chopped
· 1 celery stalk, chopped
· 2 cloves garlic, minced
· 1 teaspoon cumin
· 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
· 1 can diced tomatoes
· 1 cup lentils
· 4 cups vegetable broth
· Salt and pepper to taste

Vegan Curry Bowl

This vegan curry bowl is a flavorful and hearty meal. Start by heating a tablespoon of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add your chopped onion, garlic, and ginger and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add your favorite vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.) and sauté for another 5 minutes. Add your curry powder, garam masala, and coconut milk and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Serve over cooked rice and enjoy.

Ingredients

· 1 tablespoon oil
· 1 onion, chopped
· 2 cloves garlic, minced
· 1 teaspoon grated ginger
· 1 cup chopped vegetables
· 2 tablespoons curry powder
· 1 teaspoon garam masala
· 1 can coconut milk
· Cooked rice, for serving

Vegan Tacos

These vegan tacos are a great meal to prep ahead of time. Start by pre-heating your oven to 400F. Spread your rinsed and drained black beans onto a baking sheet. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and chili powder. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes. Meanwhile, cook your tortillas according to the package directions and set aside. Assemble the tacos by layering the tortillas with the roasted black beans and your favorite vegan toppings.

Ingredients

· 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
· 8 tortillas
· 1 tablespoon olive oil
· Salt, pepper, and chili powder to taste
· Toppings of your choice (salsa, vegan cheese, etc.)