What could be better than a Meat-free Monday? Going healthy the vegan way on a Meatless Monday, for sure! Meatless Monday movement is the latest fad in the US with people talking about it, observing it, following it and even criticizing it. Nevertheless, beyond all discussion, we bring you the correct way to be one up on going meatless and that is going vegan.

So, here are your meal ideas for a vegan meatless Monday:

Meatless Monday – Vegan Breakfast Recipes

Scrambled Tofu

If you want a cruelty-free breakfast option for your family, go for this scramble tofu. We know that scrambled can only be associated with eggs, but in this changing world scenario, where chicken and eggs are as much a subject of sympathy as vegetarianism, scrambled can only be tofu. Serve it on toast, along with hash browns or turn it into a brunch meal option, scrambled tofu will not disappoint you.

Blueberry Muffins

We all have got a sweet tooth, which we like to indulge from time to time. Therefore, we bring you the blueberry muffins idea, which is the perfect choice for those who want to watch their weight but also satisfy their sweet tooth.

Cereal Bar 

No time for a breakfast cooking session on an extremely busy Monday morning? Worry not because you can always pick up cereal bars, which are now available in vegan form too. The only things that you have to look to avoid are yoghurt and honey.

Meatless Monday – Vegan Lunch Recipes

Falafel & Hummus wrap

Falafel and hummus are two recipes which took no time to travel from Middle East to the Western dining tables. Chickpeas are not only protein-rich and fibrous but are also a storehouse of calcium and iron. Use pre-soaked dried chickpeas if you want to save money and serve this wrap either as a snack or a salad.

Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff

This recipe is a wonderful adaptation of the traditional stroganoff with the only difference being that the meat is replaced with mushrooms. The two ingredients that lend this recipe its signature flavor are nutmeg and sherry.

Bombay Potato Pitas

This recipe is great to be served at a quick brunch or to be taken to the office as a compact lunch. You could serve this chickpea dish with rice, pita bread or eat it as it is.

Meatless Monday – Vegan Dinner Recipes

Crispy Not 'Chicken' with Mash

You must be wondering what is the word chicken doing in a blog which is about Meatless Monday and Vegan meal ideas. Well, we are talking about the mock meat here, which explains the quote marks around chicken. More than that, it is widely believed that mock meat is an easy transition food when you are trying to join as a vegan.

Lentil Dahl

This recipe is quite easy to cook and it can be made less or more spicy depending upon your individual preference or what your family members like to have. Serve the lentil dahl with rice or chapattis.

Spicy Noodles with Tofu and Vegetables

Take some noodles, add tofu instead of meat and a few vegetables to make a wholesome meal. You can do wonders with this dish by mixing and matching vegetables according to individual preferences in the family.

Meatless Monday – Vegan Dessert Recipes

Carrot Cake

This moist and superbly delicious cake is a must-have on a vegan diet menu for Meatless Monday. However, there is a cache! You will not be able to stop at a single slice and the cake will be finished in no time.

Creamy Vegan Fudge

You can make this delicious dish at home and also pack it up for sending to family and friends on a special occasion.

Sticky Date Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce

This dessert will fulfill all your aspirations as a cook since it is simple and special at the same time.

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