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19 Vegan Spring Recipes that aren’t Salads or Smoothies

1 April, 2016 by Giselle Rochford 16 Comments

As I dive deeper into meatless eating, I’m discovering that salads and smoothies are staples in every healthy vegan diet. And with spring here and summer fast approaching, those two things will be popping up more and more. Now, we all know that I’m a huge lover of smoothies but, despite my best efforts, I actually can’t survive on them alone. And I’m only just learning to like salads. So, I decided to do something a little radical and try to find vegan spring recipes that weren’t salads or smoothies. 

19 vegan spring recipes that aren't salads or smoothies via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

19 #spring recipes for vegans that aren’t salads or smoothies #vegan #springeats

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Spring food is usually synonymous with anything light and healthy that helps you prep for your summer bod. So I thought it would be challenging to find vegan spring recipes that weren’t salads or smoothies since they fit they’re the ultimate spring foods. Luckily, my blogging friends didn’t disappoint and I was able to roundup quite a few to share with you.

Aside: I also wanted to note, a couple of these recipes aren’t completely vegan as written, but with a few minor adjustments, they can easily be made vegan. I’ve highlighted the vegan-friendly recipes with [VF] so you won’t be surprised when you click through. 

19 Salad and Smoothie Free Vegan Spring Recipes

Vegan Orange Poppy Seed Baked Donuts via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Vegan Orange Poppy Seed Baked Donuts via Diary of an ExSloth

Lemon Chia Seed Granola via Fooduzzi [VF - vegan modifications provided]

Lemon Chia Seed Granola via Fooduzzi [VF – vegan modifications provided]

Lemon Poppy Seed Oatmeal via Emilie Eats

Lemon Poppy Seed Oatmeal via Emilie Eats

Whole Wheat Vegan Carrot Cake via Fit Mitten Kitchen - @ExSloth

Whole Wheat Vegan Carrot Cake via Fit Mitten Kitchen

Quick and easy healthy snack: fruit and rosemary popsicles via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Fruit & Rosemary Popsicles via Diary of an ExSloth

 Shaved Purple Asparagus and Asian Veggie Soba Noodles via Strength & Sunshine

Shaved Purple Asparagus and Asian Veggie Soba Noodles via Strength & Sunshine

5 Ingredient Peanut Butter Blizzard via RachLMansfield - @ExSloth

5 Ingredient Peanut Butter Blizzard via RachLMansfield

Strawberry Lemon Cream Pie Breakfast Pizza via Athletic Avocado

Strawberry Lemon Cream Pie Breakfast Pizza via Athletic Avocado [VF – vegan modifications provided]

Easy Cauliflower Rice and Greens via Apollo and Luna

Easy Cauliflower Rice and Greens via Apollo and Luna

Vegan, Gluten Free Pina Colada Parfait with chia seed coconut milk 'yogurt' via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Pina Cola Parfait with Coconut Chia Seed ‘Yogurt’ via Diary of an ExSloth

Split Pea Soup with Lemon and Thyme via Emma's Little Kitchen - @ExSloth

Split Pea Soup with Lemon and Thyme via Emma’s Little Kitchen

Spring Power Bowl via My Healthyish Life - @ExSloth

Simple Spring Power Bowl via My Healthyish Life [VF – just omit the egg]

Cilantro Pesto Veggie Bowl via In it 4 the Long Run - @ExSloth

Cilantro Pesto Buddha Bowl via In it 4 the Long Run

Vegan, Gluten Free, Coconut-Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches | @ExSloth.com

Coconut-Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches via Diary of an ExSloth

Carrot Poppy Seed Buckwheat Porridge via Chronicles of Passion

Carrot Poppy Seed Buckwheat Porridge via Chronicles of Passion

Roasted Balsamic Carrot Hummus via Pumpkin and Peanut Butter - @ExSloth

Roasted Balsamic Carrot Hummus via Pumpkin and Peanut Butter

 Spring Vegetable Hummus Pasta via Food, Pleasure & Health

Spring Vegetable Hummus Pasta via Food, Pleasure & Health

Vegan Strawberry Jam Oatmeal Bars via The Conscientious Eater

Vegan Strawberry Jam Oatmeal Bars via The Conscientious Eater

These blueberry banana baked oatmeal cups are soft, chewy, easily customizable and freeze really well. Plus, they're gluten-free, dairy-free and refined sugar free. Perfect for breakfast or brunch via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal via Diary of an ExSloth [VF – replace egg with flax egg]

What about you?

  • Are you a fan of salads and smoothies?
  • What food comes to mind when you think of spring?
  • Any recipes/recipe ideas to add?

Join the conversation in the comments below!
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Comments

  1. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    1 April, 2016 at 7:51 am

    Delicioso! I just love how bright and fresh all Spring foods are!

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  2. rachel @ athleticavocado.com says

    1 April, 2016 at 8:05 am

    ALL OF THESE!!! Thank you so much for including our breakfast pizza!!!
    rachel @ athleticavocado.com recently posted…Friday Favorites + Vitamin Pit Stop Giveaway!

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  3. Serena says

    1 April, 2016 at 10:51 am

    Love, love all the lemon! Yay! it’s spring. I’ll eat lemon oatmeal any day over a smoothie. (:

    Reply
  4. Beverley @ Born to Sweat says

    1 April, 2016 at 11:13 am

    This is such a smart idea! As a person who doesn’t eat meat, i find what i eat sometimes restrictive and almost always resort to salads and soups for lunches. As a vegan it must be so much harder. Thanks for sharing these different recipes!

    Reply
  5. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says

    1 April, 2016 at 11:53 am

    I actually have a bunch of “real” go-to Vegan meals that I love to make on a regular basis and I’m not even a full-time Vegan!
    Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious recently posted…Crockpot Italian Chicken and Peppers {GF, Low Cal, Paleo}

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  6. Liz says

    1 April, 2016 at 1:43 pm

    Such a great idea for a round up!! Even though I love salads and smoothies, I get sick of them every now and again just like any other food. Can’t wait to give some of these a try! Thanks for sharing my Roasted Balsamic Carrot Hummus πŸ™‚

    Reply
  7. Emily says

    1 April, 2016 at 3:21 pm

    First of all, I love how creatively you titled this. Hehe, it made me smile when you said ‘that aren’t salads.’ Even though I’m not vegan, I love that you made this round-up, and I can’t wait to try some of the recipes, Lord willing! This dispels any doubt that vegan diets can’t have a good deal of colorful, delicious variety. I do love salads, and I do sometimes like doing smoothies, but I’m also a carb-loving girl too, so the carb recipes do sound tasty. πŸ™‚
    Emily recently posted…19 High Calorie Breakfast Recipe Roundup

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  8. Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says

    1 April, 2016 at 4:59 pm

    I love this roundup, Giselle!! You’re right – when I tell people I’m vegetarian, they always joke that I just eat lettuce for lunch. No no nope! And springtime is such a wonderful time for produce, too! Thanks for including my Lemon Chia Seed Granola!

    Reply
  9. Emily @ My Healthyish Life says

    1 April, 2016 at 9:29 pm

    I LOVE SPRING FOOD. So much fresh, green, bright food. I always think of asparagus when I think of spring food (kind of random and specific haha). Thanks for including my power bowl!
    Emily @ My Healthyish Life recently posted…Carrot + Sweet Potato Noodles with Asian Almond Butter Sauce

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  10. dixya @food, pleasure, and health says

    2 April, 2016 at 9:31 am

    i like smoothies in the morning…and salad for lunch but it does get repetitive. so many new ideas here! thank you for including my pasta.

    Reply
  11. Natalie @ A Fit Philosophy says

    2 April, 2016 at 8:13 pm

    Oh these all look yummy! Hard to choose a favorite from the list!

    Reply
  12. Emma {Emma's Little Kitchen} says

    4 April, 2016 at 11:36 am

    Oh my gosh… what a hunger-inducing round up! Thanks for including my soup Giselle!

    Reply
  13. GiGi Eats says

    20 April, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    Those donuts are just… ON A WHOLE OTHER LEVEL – of YUM!

    Reply
    • Giselle Rochford says

      20 April, 2016 at 1:59 pm

      Glad you like them GiGi! 😁

      Reply
  14. Amanda DeWitt says

    20 April, 2016 at 7:10 pm

    So many good recipes!! Love that you included “vegan friendly versions.” I am always kicking myself when a recipe is like one ingredient off from being vegan haha!

    Reply

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