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Are you feeling the effects of rising food prices or just want to feed your piggy bank? My collection of very cheerful cheap vegan meals is just for you!

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When I launched Rebel Recipes back in 2015, veganism was a fringe movement of people who believed, quite passionately, that a diet of food made entirely from plants was better for health, the environment, and animal welfare. Quite right to.

Then climate change became a thing, and veganism started its move towards the mainstream and there’s much more choice for plant-eaters on the supermarket shelves.

But some are good for your piggy bank, some are not so.

Here on Rebel Recipes, I showcase how fresh, wholesome, unprocessed plants can be combined into food with super-delicious flavours, amazing textures and vibrant colours.

And by using these fresh, wholesome, unprocessed plants you can eat super-healthy vegan meals throughout the day, on a budget.

When I do my grocery shop, I make a list, from my recipes of course 😉 and head straight for the fresh fruit and veg, and store-cupboard aisles. Here you’ll find fresh colourful fruits and leafy green vegetables, beans, legumes, grains, potatoes, pasta, rice, oats, flour and much more.

And in the chiller cabinet, my frugal firm fave is tofu, and as a bonus it’s higher in the plant-based protein many vegans seek.

Then with my recipes, you can turn these wonderful real plant-based ingredients into fabulous and cheap vegan meals and vegetarian meals, from breakfast to night, for all occasions, and all your friends and family.

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Oaty Pancakes with Avocado and Mushrooms

Fluffy savoury oat pancakes topped with mushrooms, avocado and pesto dressing. Very delicious and totally more-ish–perfect for a weekend brunch.

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Nutty Oat Choc Chip Breakfast Cookies

Nutty oat choc chip breakfast cookies - they are easy to make, incredibly yum and packed with healthy and nutritious ingredients; oats, nuts, dates–so good!

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Spiced Almond Porridge with Caramelised Pears

Beautifully spiced and warming oats topped with sticky caramelised roast pears - a nourishing bowl of goodness the whole family will love.

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Incredibly tasty pancakes made with carrots, topped with fresh pea pesto and bursting roast tomatoes. A perfect brunch dish - like summer on a plate.

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You’ll love this incredible soup! It’s packed with flavour, spices, vegetables and pulses. Not only healthy, it’s absolutely delicious - you’ll make it again and again.

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Super healthy - green pea & mint soup! Full of plant proteins and really easy to make. A great way to get in the green goodness.

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The classic combination of cauliflower, spinach, peas and gorgeous Indian spices make this curry sing with flavour and texture - a winner!

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Easy Black Beans with ‘Cheesy’ Sweet Potato Mash

Easy to make pimped up beans served on ‘cheesy’ sweet potato mash - makes an amazing quick meal which packs a flavour punch.Beans on repeat. That’s the way it is for me at the moment, anyway. Pure comfort, quick and nutritious.

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Lemony Butternut Squash Risotto

The perfect creamy lemony butternut squash risotto - golden and creamy and totally delicious. Packed full of flavour and easy to make - it’s a winner!

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Asian Style Cabbage Pancakes

The tastiest Asian style cabbage pancake - filled with a tasty mix of spring onions, cabbage and Asian flavours - easy to make and absolutely delicious!

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Harissa Chickpeas with Sticky Leeks and Fluffy Harissa Hummus with Za’atar

Gorgeous richly spiced tomato harissa sauce with chunky chickpeas and the best bit - gooey caramelised leeks stirred in at the end.

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Pumpkin and Roast Garlic Hummus

This delicious pumpkin and roast garlic hummus is a great way to use up leftover over pumpkin - wholesome and amazing on charred bread.

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Chai Spiced Parsnip Cake

Beautifully squidgy chai spiced parsnip cake - sticky with treacle and spiced with ginger, allspice, cinnamon and cloves, all laced with a zingy lemon drizzle!

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Banana, Date and Blueberry Flapjacks

Tasty banana, date and blueberry flapjacks are super easy to make, healthy, sweet & delicious. They make a brilliant breakfast or nutritious snack.

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Blackberry Blueberry Peanut Butter Thyme Crisp

A simple dessert which celebrates the abundance and juicy goodness of berries with a gorgeous crispy topping.

I hope you’ll find this collection of recipes help you makevery cheerful cheapvegan and vegetarian meals.

I’ll be creating new recipes to add over the coming months, so you can be sure to find something you love. And,I’d love you to join my journey of plant-based inspiration.

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Cheap Vegan Meals, that are cheerful too! | Rebel Recipes? ›

Your houseguest would most likely be happy with oatmeal or granola with almond milk and fruit for breakfast, nut butters, hummus, salads with beans, fruits and vegetables, and nuts for lunch, and grilled or sautéed veggies with a whole grain like quinoa are for dinner.

What foods are cheap for vegans? ›

Vegan on a budget
  • tinned beans and dried pulses of various kinds.
  • vegetables (particularly seasonal ones)
  • potatoes.
  • egg-free pasta and noodles.
  • rice.
  • bread (wholemeal is ideal from a health point of view)
  • dried herbs and spices.
  • seasonal fruit.

What to feed vegan guests? ›

Your houseguest would most likely be happy with oatmeal or granola with almond milk and fruit for breakfast, nut butters, hummus, salads with beans, fruits and vegetables, and nuts for lunch, and grilled or sautéed veggies with a whole grain like quinoa are for dinner.

How to eat vegan without cooking? ›

Things like tofu and tempeh don't have to be cooked, which makes preparing them for a sandwich super easy.
  1. Marinated White Bean Salad.
  2. Caesar Salad.
  3. Mediterranean Salad.
  4. Cucumber and Avocado Salad.
  5. Peach White Bean Salad.
  6. Watermelon & Peach Salad.
  7. Bbq Collard Wraps. ...
  8. Chickpea Tuna.
Jul 15, 2022

Can a poor person be vegan? ›

A Vegan Poverty Food Diet is Delicious and Nutritious

When you see first-hand how outrageous your monthly spending is on unhealthy foods, you will see that going plant-based and vegan is much easier and does not cost more. Think about other things that you spend money on, and consider what you could do without.

What do I serve my vegan friend for dinner? ›

Make catering for your vegan friends even easier with this selection of dinner recipes including fully-loaded burgers, nutty pilafs and hearty stir-fries.
  1. 1Vegan sweet potato noodles with crispy kale. ...
  2. 2Vegan super bowl. ...
  3. 3Ayurvedic beetroot curry.

Which foods are surprisingly vegan? ›

Top 10 surprising vegan foods
  • Crumpets. This might be an obvious one to some, but a quick poll with our vegan and dairy-free friends shows many mistakenly believe crumpets contained dairy. ...
  • Dark chocolate. Chocoholics assemble! ...
  • Cream crackers. ...
  • (Some) biscuits. ...
  • (Some) crisps. ...
  • Ice Cream. ...
  • Pasta. ...
  • Peanut butter.

What vegan food fills you up? ›

Healthful foods that are high in protein, fiber, or both tend to be filling. Rich sources of protein for vegans include foods such as soybeans, pulses, and some nuts and seeds.

What is a typical vegan meal? ›

Breakfast: whole-grain toast with avocado and nutritional yeast alongside a vegan protein shake. Lunch: lentil chili with grilled asparagus and baked potato. Dinner: vegetable paella with brown rice, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, artichoke, and chickpeas. Snacks: almonds, fruit salad, and carrots with hummus Summary.

How to bulk on a budget vegan? ›

Whole Grains: Brown rice and quinoa are less processed than typical grain products making them great sources of protein. Legumes: Lentils, beans and peas are easy to prepare and very cost effective sources of protein. Dried fruits: Dried fruits contain the same number of calories but in a smaller, on the go form.

How to order a vegan Happy Meal? ›

Build Your Own Vegan Happy Meal

If you need a blast from the past, it's pretty easy to make a vegan Happy Meal. Order the hamburger without the patty and add lettuce, tomato, and your choice of condiments and sauces. Swap the fries for sliced apples, and select water or juice in lieu of the milk.

What are the 5 most important rules of a vegan diet? ›

For a healthy vegan diet:
  • eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day.
  • base meals on potatoes, bread, rice, pasta or other starchy carbohydrates (choose wholegrain where possible)
  • have some fortified dairy alternatives, such as soya drinks and yoghurts (choose lower-fat and lower-sugar options)

How to eat vegan for beginners? ›

  1. Make Vegetables the Stars of Your Meals. ...
  2. Eat a Variety of Foods. ...
  3. Choose Whole Grains. ...
  4. Discover New Plant-Based Proteins. ...
  5. Don't Assume Vegan Food Products Are Healthier. ...
  6. Focus On Fish-Free Omega-3s. ...
  7. Don't Forget About Vitamin D. ...
  8. Pump Up Your Iron.
Sep 30, 2022

Can you survive as a raw vegan? ›

A raw vegan diet may not be sustainable in the long term. The lack of bread, cooked grains, and cooked legumes can make it challenging to get enough calories every day without frequent meals, which may make it too restrictive to be a 24/7 thing.

Can you be vegan on a low budget? ›

In fact, vegan diets in particular are very accommodating to budget living and eating. Many of the foods considered to be staples in a typical, healthy vegan diet are very affordable - grains, beans, seeds, and legumes are all good examples. You can make a lot of delicious vegan food on a budget!

How can vegans spend less on groceries? ›

The truth is, you can eat vegan on the cheap if you really want. Buy in bulk staples like beans, grains, nuts and seeds, and even things like nutritional yeast are often found in the bulk section at grocery stores. You can also get cheap fruit and veggies at your local farmers' market.

What foods do vegans eat most? ›

A vegan diet includes only plant foods—fruits, vegetables, beans, grains, nuts, and seeds. People who follow a vegan diet don't eat any animal foods, including dairy, eggs, and honey.

What foods do vegans give up? ›

Vegans avoid eating animal flesh and animal by-products. These include meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs and foods made by bees.

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