35 Vegan Fall Recipes to Keep You Cozy
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As the weather cools down, is your body craving more hearty, warming meals? These delicious vegan fall recipes are the perfect solution for creating mouth-watering yet simple dishes, making you feel perfectly warm and cozy this time of year.
As the fall season approaches, ingredients such as butternut squash, winter squashes, mushrooms, and pumpkins start to show up in the stores.
Combine these with the flavors of sage, walnuts, pecans, curry, cinnamon, and hearty spices, and you’ve got dishes that not only satisfy your hunger but also nourish your soul.
But life is busier in the fall months, too!
The kids are back in school, and the holidays are approaching, so meals need to be quick and easy as well.
Don’t worry. I’ve got you covered!
You’ll find a perfect mix of comforting meals on this list of my favorite vegan fall recipes. From quick weeknight dinners to meal ideas for weekends or special occasions.
Also check 25 Best Vegan Mushroom Recipes You’ll Fall in Love With!
35 Vegan Fall Recipes To Keep You Cozy
From hearty pasta to the warming flavors of curry and lots of squash and pumpkin, there are more than enough dishes to keep you warm and full throughout the autumn.
Vegan Butternut Squash Soup
This easy vegan butternut squash soup is one I come back to over and over again! It's thick, creamy, and full of flavor, yet so simple to make.
It works perfectly as a starter for any meal but is satisfying enough for a weeknight main course.
Quick Tuscan Farro Soup with Beans and Kale
Need the perfect cozy and comforting soup to warm you up this winter?
This Tuscan Farro Soup definitely delivers!
Farro, cannellini beans (or white beans), and kale pack in the protein making it a satisfying plant-based meal perfect for cold days!
Butternut Squash Curry with Chickpeas
I think curries are the most comforting and warming recipes, and I love making any type of curries when fall arrives.
And this chickpea and butternut squash curry, topped with chili and red onions, screams autumn and coziness.
It's so good. You have to try it!
Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta with Sage
This fall-inspired pasta pairs butternut squash and sage in a rich, buttery, and luscious sauce you can serve up with any pasta.
Top it with fried sage leaves for an extra burst of flavor. It's easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit as the weather cools down.
Easy Vegan Ramen
Nothing is more nourishing than a bowl of vegan ramen noodles full of mushrooms, aromatic veggies, crispy tofu, miso paste, and soy sauce.
There are so many different variations, and this combination of fresh, simple ingredients makes the most comforting bowl of homemade ramen.
Butternut Squash Risotto
Risotto is a hearty and comforting winter and fall dinner recipe that always gets rave reviews.
This butternut squash risotto recipe is made with extra virgin olive oil instead of butter.
It's then flavored with fresh sage and white wine, and it's perfectly creamy and delicious.
Turmeric Chickpea Soup
This rich and creamy turmeric chickpea soup is made with a wholesome blend of colorful veggies, chickpeas, and butternut squash.
It'll warm you up in a flash, and the ultra-creamy texture tastes so decadent and satisfying.
Creamy Vegan Mushroom Pasta
You're going to love this creamy mushroom pasta! The rich, umami flavors of mushrooms infuse the vegan cream sauce in every bite of this pasta bowl.
It's easy enough for quick weeknight dinners while really delivering on taste.
Vegan Carrot Ginger Soup
Dive into fall flavors with this classic vegan carrot soup made with lentils and ginger.
This wholesome soup is easy enough for a weeknight dinner and perfect for cold winter evenings.
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
Enjoy the flavors of fall with a warm and hearty salad made with roasted butternut squash and loaded with cranberries, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and chickpeas.
This combination of flavors celebrates fall ingredients, and you will want to make it over and over again during the cooler months of autumn.
Perfect as a side dish or a light main on its own.
Butternut Squash Lasagna
One of the best vegan lasagnas inspired by fall flavors you can find!
Layers of mushrooms, kale, lasagna noodles, and a creamy butternut squash cream sauce make a hearty fall lasagna that you won't get enough of!!
An easy vegan dinner that needs just a quick salad or bread to complete the meal. You'll want leftovers of this one so you can carry them for lunch later in the week.
Butternut Squash Buddha Bowl
Sweet roasted butternut squash with mushrooms, kale, and lentils make this Buddha bowl an Autumn feast. Its warming flavors and hearty ingredients make it perfect for cooler days.
Serve it with your favorite grains (I used farro) for a complete vegan meal.
Middle Eastern Lentil Soup
This Middle Eastern red lentil soup flavored with turmeric and cumin is deliciously spicy and full of goodness.
It is sure to transport you to exotic places with its bold flavors.
The recipe is simple and easy to prepare, and everyone will love this thick and filling soup full of flavor!
Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells
These stuffed shells are filled with homemade vegan ricotta cheese, spinach, and chunks of freshly roasted butternut squash.
They are then served up with a creamy roasted butternut squash sauce.
It's easy to make ahead and the perfect fall freezer meal that will save you time and stress when it comes to weeknight meals.
Red Lentil Soup With Spinach And Carrots
This easy red lentil soup is ready in just 30 minutes and is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
As the days get colder, this nourishing soup is quick, simple, and easy to throw together to warm you up.
Vegan Pumpkin Galette
This homemade pastry crust is spread with a creamy seasoned pumpkin filling and topped with vegan feta and homemade caramelized onions.
This savory fall pie is perfect as a main or side for special weekend brunches or lunches or as an appetizer for dinners!
Coconut Lentil Curry (Creamy, Healthy & Quick)
This simple and easy coconut lentil curry has the warming flavors of ginger, turmeric, curry powder, cumin, and garam masala.
Using canned lentils helps you save some time, making this dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pasta
My idea of cold-weather comfort food is a bowl of this creamy vegan pasta made with pumpkin, roasted mushrooms, garlic, and herbs.
It's ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for a weeknight meal.
Vegan Sweet Potato Curry
This warming curry has a base of sweet potatoes and a delicious sauce made with tomatoes, chickpeas, and red lentils.
This easy meal is full of spice and warming flavors that are certain to lift the chill you feel as the weather cools down.
Pumpkin Soup With Sautéed Mushrooms
This delicious pumpkin soup with sautéed mushrooms is a plant-based wonder.
It's easy to make and perfectly balances the pumpkin's sweetness with the savory mushrumms, also rich in umami flavors.
Vegan Tagine With Butternut Squash
This vegan tagine is packed with lots of hearty fall vegetables and seasoned with loads of warming spices such as cumin, cinnamon, coriander, ginger, chili flakes, and more!
A one-pot casserole that cooks up on the stove for an easy weeknight meal you will come to over and over again.
Squash and Caramelised Onion Pasta
A mixture of hearty vegetables including butternut squash, caramelized onions, and kale are served with pasta for a veggie-packed pasta bowl that's hearty and satisfying.
Add on some crunchy hazelnuts and chili flakes for the finishing touch.
Autumn Roasted Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad
This easy quinoa salad is full of fall flavors thanks to roasted butternut squash, toasted pecans, and dried cranberries.
Add a homemade orange cinnamon dressing, and you'll get the perfect fall meal.
It's easy to carry for lunches but hearty enough for dinner!
Miso Pumpkin Pasta
In this dish, perfectly roasted pumpkin with pasta is served up with a miso-flavored cream sauce.
The dish is finished off with toasted pecans for a hearty dinner that's sure to be a hit!
The Best Vegan Chili
With its spicy and warming flavors, chili is the perfect dish to cook when the cold arrives.
And this vegan chili made with a combo of hearty lentils, red bell peppers, and mushrooms will become one of your favorites!
Lebanese Pumpkin Hummus
Pumpkin takes the place of chickpeas in this Lebanese-style hummus recipe.
You'll need to make a roasted pumpkin puree until perfectly creamy and then flavor it with tahini, garlic, hot chili, and lemon juice.
So good!
One Pot 30-Minute Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff
Simple ingredients create a masterpiece meal in just 30 minutes.
Savory mushrooms with pasta are served up with a thickened herb-infused broth.
It's a hearty and delicious main course that's perfect for weeknights!
Kale & Farro Stuffed Mini Pumpkins
Are these mini pumpkins incredible?
They are stuffed with a well-seasoned filling made with farro, spinach, pistachios, and pomegranate seeds.
This dish is a show stopper and perfect for an elegant lunch, a fall-themed brunch, or any special occasion.
Creamy Vegan Mushroom Wild Rice Soup
Fresh mushrooms and wild rice cook up in a creamy broth made with coconut milk and veggie stock infused with delicate fresh thyme.
Each bite of this satisfying soup is packed with veggies. It's perfect as a main course soup for lunch or dinner.
Vegan Pumpkin Mac 'n' Cheese
Mac 'n' cheese is the ultimate comfort food.
And this vegan version pairs pumpkin with sage, nutritional yeast, and red chili pepper flakes for a sweet and spicy combination that hits the spot!
Butternut Squash Veggie Pizza
Pizza will never be the same thanks to this easy roasted butternut squash sauce that adds a colorful, savory-sweet base to the crust.
Topped with broccolini, chickpeas, and onion for added texture, flavor, and protein.
Butternut Squash Gnocchi
Making homemade butternut squash gnocchi with a vegan browned butter sage sauce is way easier than you think!
To make these vegan gnocchi you'll need to make a quick dough with mashed butternut squash and potatoes, cut it into gnocchi shapes, and cook quickly in boiling water.
Perfect for fall weekend meals when you want something a little special.
Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes
Baked sweet potatoes are a healthy and delicious meal!
This easy recipe tops them with spiced chickpeas, a creamy sauce made with hummus, and some chopped fresh veggies.
This recipe makes healthy stuffed potatoes that are hearty and satisfying for fall meals.
Mushroom Wild Rice Soup
Wild rice combined with umami-rich dried mushrooms creates a super satisfying one-pot meal that really hits the spot!
This easy fall soup is easy to make, making it perfect any day of the week.
Creamy Mushroom Polenta
This creamy polenta topped with perfectly seasoned meaty mushrooms combined with an herby chimichurri makes a dish perfect for colder weather.
It's hearty and satisfying, with fresh, bright flavors.
There you have it! My favorite vegan fall recipes to cook all throughout the fall months!
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If you try any of these fall vegan recipes, leave a comment and a rating, and let me know how much you liked them!
Vegan Fall Chickpea Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion - chopped
- 4 garlic cloves - no skin
- 2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 large carrot - chopped
- 1 large celery stalk - chopped
- 1 cup butternut squash - in cubes (or sweet potatoes, or extra carrots)
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves - or 1/2 teaspoon dry thyme
- 2 cans chickpeas - (15 oz) drained
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups dark leafy greens - finely chopped(kale, collard greens, spinach, Swiss chard)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice - optional
- salt & black pepper to taste
Toppings:
- Roasted chickpeas
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is tender and translucent. Then add the garlic, carrot, celery, and sauté' for a minute.
- Add the rinsed chickpeas, butternut squash cubes, thyme, turmeric, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the soup into a blender. Blend the ingredients until very smooth. Be careful, as the soup will be very hot. You can also use an immersion blender, but the soup won’t be as creamy.
- Pour the soup back into the pot, add the lemon juice and the leafy greens and cook on low heat for another 8-10 minutes, until the greens are tender.
- If the soup is too thick for your liking, add more broth or a bit of water to thin it down. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with roasted chickpeas or toasted bread slices, and top with fresh thyme leaves and parsley.