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Plant-Based Recipes

Layer, Roll, + Dip!

These Giant Rainbow Rice Paper Rolls are served with a Peanut Satay Sauce and are bursting with flavour. A high-protein, fresh meal perfect for a quick lunch.

Rainbow Rice Paper Roll w/ Peanut Satay Sauce

Recent Recipes

  • Stuffed Zucchini Boats
  • Onion and Tomato Masala (Curry Sauce)
  • Best Vegan Caesar Salad
  • Caesar Dressing (creamy vegan mayo)
  • Shredded Rotisserie Vegan Chicken
  • Italian Salsa Verde (green dressing)
  • Simple Napoli Sugo (tomato sauce)
  • Juicy Vegan Meatballs

14+ Plant Protein Meal Ideas

My top 14 plant protein recipes – from tofu to seitan to chickpeas, there’s something for everyone.

My Fav Protein-Rich Spread (mascarpone!)

This mascarpone recipe starts with 1 litre of soy milk, which contains about 32g of protein. Most of that protein (~30g) ends up in the curds, giving the finished mascarpone roughly 11–12g of protein per ½ cup! 

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Best Vegan Caesar Salad 

This vegan Caesar salad has all the bold, savoury flavours of a classic Caesar—without the anchovies, dairy, or compromise. Tossed with soft shredded tofu, homemade garlic croutons, and a creamy cashew Caesar dressing, it’s a delish main or side that you won’t get enough of!

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Creamy Caesar Dressing

This ranch dressing is rich, zesty, and plant-based, with the perfect balance of garlic, lemon, and umami. It’s ideal for pouring over salads, drizzling on grain bowls, or using as a dip for my shredded rotisserie chicken. Yum!

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Shredded Rotisserie Vegan Chicken

Meet your new favourite plant-based protein: shredded rotisserie vegan chicken. This chewy, flavourful seitan is made from tofu and vital wheat gluten and is perfect for tossing into Caesar salads, wraps, or rice bowls. 

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Panini Vegan Meatball Sub

This Panini Vegan Meatball Sub is a plant-based twist on the viral sandwich from Piccolo Panini Bar in Melbourne. It’s packed with juicy vegan meatballs, zesty salsa verde, rich Napoli sugo, and a cheesy sprinkle of nooch — all nestled in crusty pane di casa.

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Juicy Vegan Meatballs 

Forget crumbly, bland veggie balls — these vegan meatballs are tender, flavour-packed, and perfectly sturdy for simmering in sauce or loading into subs. Made with pantry staples like lentils, oats, and miso, they deliver on both taste and texture.

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Italian Salsa Verde (green dressing)

Zesty, herby and full of punch – this Italian salsa verde is my go-to sauce for adding flavour to sandwiches, roasted veggies, or plant-based proteins. 

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Simple Napoli Sugo (tomato sauce) 

A classic, no-fuss tomato sauce that’s perfect for pasta, pizza, or as the base for your favourite Italian-inspired meals.

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Vegan Mascarpone (high protein)

This vegan mascarpone is creamy, sweet, and the perfect dairy-free alternative for sweet dishes. Plus, it’s surprisingly super high in protein!

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Tiramisu Latte

This Tiramisu Latte is a dreamy, dessert-inspired coffee drink layered with chilled almond milk, bold espresso, and a whipped vegan mascarpone cold foam. It tastes like your favourite tiramisu dessert but in iced latte form.

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Crispy Tofu with Creamy Dill Sauce

This Creamy Dill Tofu is an irresistible combination of golden, crunchy tofu and a luscious herb-packed sauce. It’s crispy on the outside, tender inside, and smothered in a creamy dill sauce that’s tangy, garlicky, and rich without being heavy. 

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Creamy Mashed Cauliflower 

This creamy mashed cauliflower is silky, savoury, and satisfying—an easy and nourishing alternative to mashed potatoes that still delivers on comfort.

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Brussel Sprout, Apple & Pecan Salad 

A fresh, crunchy, and smoky salad that brings together sweet apples, crispy Brussels sprouts, and tempeh bacon bits in a zesty lemon pecan vinaigrette.

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Sheet-Pan Gochujang Tofu & Roasted Vegetables

Golden, crispy tofu tossed in spicy-sweet gochujang, roasted veggies, and a bright pickled radish salad — all in one easy sheet-pan meal.

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Creamy Red Curry Peanut Satay Sauce

This Creamy Red Curry Peanut Satay Sauce is rich, tangy, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of heat. It’s my go-to sauce for rice paper rolls, noodle bowls, or even as a dip.

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Giant Rainbow Rice Paper Rolls 

These Giant Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Tofu are crunchy, satisfying, and bursting with flavour. A high-protein, fresh meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Nutella Mini Cheesecakes 

These vegan Nutella mini cheesecakes are packed with chocolate, hazelnut, and hidden protein for a decadent yet surprisingly nourishing dessert.

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Tofu Piccata (Lemon Butter Sauce) 

This tofu piccata is a vegan spin on the Italian classic—crispy, lemony, and tossed in a buttery caper sauce. It’s the perfect balance of bright, rich, and comforting.

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Chickpea Curry with Potato Hotcakes (Chana Aloo Curry)

This chickpea curry with potato hotcakes, is my version of chana aloo. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside—these potato hotcakes are the perfect base for a rich, spiced chickpea curry. Together, they make a hearty and satisfying vegan meal.

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Pumpkin Lasagna 

This pumpkin lasagna is layered with creamy cheesy cashew-tofu ricotta, rich sage pumpkin sauce, baby spinach, and stretchy vegan mozzarella. It’s the perfect hearty, plant-based comfort food for colder months and it’s super high in protein!

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Vegan Schnitzel

This crispy vegan seitan schnitzel is protein-packed, satisfying, and won’t make you miss chicken schnitty one bit! Serve with lemon wedges and salad for a healthy plant-based meal.

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Maroulosalata (Greek Lettuce Salad) 

Maroulosalata is a classic Greek salad made with finely shredded lettuce, herbs, and a simple lemon dressing. It’s crisp, vibrant, and the perfect side for almost any dish. 

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Baked Gyoza Dumplings 

This baked gyoza curry is the perfect fusion of crispy dumplings and fragrant red curry, all baked together in one easy dish. It’s flavourful, nourishing, and makes weeknight dinners feel special.

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Vegan Cinnamon Scrolls

These vegan cinnamon scrolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with warming cinnamon sugar. They’re the perfect weekend bake when you’re craving something cosy and satisfying. I love these vegan cinny scrolls because they strike the perfect balance between comforting and wholesome. You don’t need eggs or dairy to get that classic soft texture and golden swirl.

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Panzanella (tuscan bread salad)

A vibrant Tuscan bread salad that soaks up all the deliciousness of summer veggies and a punchy vinaigrette. Made with simple ingredients and lots of flavour, Panzanella is a no-fuss dish that feels fancy. 

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Marry Me Tofu

This Marry Me Tofu is a flavour-packed vegan dish featuring marinated tofu fillets grilled until golden, then simmered in a rich, creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. It’s the perfect plant-based comfort meal to impress anyone; yes, even non-vegans.

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The Best Vegan Cheeseburger Ever 

Every now and then, I get a serious craving for a classic McDonald’s-style burger. This vegan cheeseburger satisfies that craving and then some, with a juicy, flavour-packed patty that tastes even better than the original.

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Oreo McFlurry Ice Cream

Cold, creamy, and packed with crushed Oreos, this no-churn Oreo McFlurry Ice Cream is the ultimate dairy-free dessert. Made with just four ingredients, it delivers big on nostalgia and flavour without the need for fancy equipment.

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Classic Tabbouleh Salad 

This classic tabbouleh salad is vibrant, refreshing, and loaded with fresh herbs and zesty lemon (and of course vegan). It’s the kind of dish you crave on warm days—or when your gut needs something clean and nourishing.

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Tofu Shawarma 

This vegan tofu shawarma is smoky, spiced, and satisfying; perfect for wrapping, scooping, or bowl-building. It is the perfect protein source for any meal, (it’ll make a tofu convert out of you I promise!). 

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The Best Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Crispy on the edges, soft and chewy in the middle—these vegan chocolate chip cookies hit all the right notes. They’re easy to make, dairy-free, egg-free, and made with simple ingredients you probably already have.

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Thick Vegan Frosting

The frosting of your dreams! Sweet and creamy, this thick vegan frosting only requires four ingredients and only a simple hand mixer (no stand mixer required!)

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Vegan Gnudi Bolognese

Soft, pillowy spinach gnudi made with tofu “ricotta,” served with a rich, hearty vegan bolognese. This dish is comforting, nourishing, and perfect for when you want something cozy but still packed with greens. Gnudi (pronounced “new-dee”) is an Italian dish that literally means “naked” in Tuscan dialect. I love the name it’s so fun! They’re called “naked” because they’re basically ravioli without the pasta shell — little dumplings made with a soft ricotta and spinach filling, usually served with a tomato or butter sauce.

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Easy Vegan Parmesan

This easy vegan parmesan is nutty, cheesy, and salty with a zesty little twist. It takes 2 minutes, a blender, and a handful of pantry ingredients — and adds magic to almost any savoury dish. This vegan parmesan is fantastic to have on hand, it tastes as close to parmesan as you can get — but it’s totally dairy-free, full of healthy fats, and super versatile. It’s perfect sprinkled on pasta, salads, roasted veggies, soups, or avocado toast. Seriously, the uses you’ll find for this will be endless.

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Vegan TVP Bolognese

A rich, hearty, plant-based twist on a classic comfort dish. This bolognese is packed with flavour and protein, and it’s the perfect way to sneak in extra veggies. I love this recipe because it’s simple, budget-friendly, and genuinely satisfying. The texture of the rehydrated TVP mimics mince beautifully—chewy, meaty, and perfect for soaking up all that rich tomato sauce. It’s also high in protein, low in fat, and super versatile.

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Protein Peanut Butter Slice

Who said protein in desserts tastes bad? This is one of my go-to fridge slices when I want something that’s equal parts delicious and functional. It’s packed with protein (over 17g per slice!), has a great balance of carbs and fats to keep you full, and genuinely tastes like a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup crossed with an LCM Bar. Yum!

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Crispy Hash Browns

These golden, crunchy hash browns are the ultimate comfort food—crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, and totally satisfying. I love making these crispy hash browns because they’re simple, super versatile, and honestly better than anything store-bought. They’re made from just a few ingredients you probably already have, and they’re egg-free!

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Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Dip

I love a creamy dip, but since trying to reduce the amount of dairy that I consume I’ve been looking for a dip to satisy my creamy cravings and this roasted cauliflower dip hits the spot! It’s loaded with flavour, easy to make, and packed with plant-based goodness. It’s the kind of dip that tastes like comfort food but delivers on nutrients.

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Gyoza Vegan Buddha Bowl

Fresh, easy and simply delicious, this gyoza buddha bowl is full of colourful veggies, crispy rice and protein-rich edamame, topped with a zesty spring onion ginger sauce and black sesame seeds. It’s the perfect mid week dinner when you can’t be bothered cooking! It’s a true energy boost, packed with nourishing ingredients that support gut health, immunity, energy, and digestion.

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Banoffee Vegan Caramel Slice

A dreamy banoffee caramel slice comprised of four layers of honeyed biscuit, banana cream, fudgy caramel, and a crisp chocolate top. Yes, this is ooey, gooey deliciousness and you won’t want to stop at just one slice! Plus, it’s totally plant-based.

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Saucy Golden Curry w/ Crispy Chickpeas and Butter Beans

I was craving Indian food, but I was looking for something that I hadn’t tried before. It got me thinking about the possibility of combine a masala with a veggie sauce and this golden curry was born! This comforting plant-based curry features a silky roasted sweet potato and red capsicum sauce blended with cashews, layered over a fragrant onion-tomato masala and finished with crispy chickpeas, tender butter beans, and a touch of coconut yogurt for the perfect balance of spice, creaminess, and warmth.

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Blueberry Mini Cheesecake Cups

Who doesn’t love a mini cup recipe? These no-bake blueberry cheesecakes contain no nuts, are low-bloat, low-FODMAP and are oh so delicious!

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Hi, I'm Madalin

I'm a certified holistic nutritionist BSc who is passionate about plant-based recipes and chickpeas!


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