Meal prepping is a great way to save time and money during the week. But it can get boring without a little creativity. To avoid the meal prep rut, we’ve compiled the ULTIMATE vegan meal prep guide for lunches and dinners, complete with grains, beans and proteins, vegetables, and sauces. Scroll through for meal prep inspo!
How to Use This Guide
Simply grab 1 or 2 recipes from each group to mix and match during the week.
Be sure not to skimp on sauces — they pack a flavor punch to elevate an otherwise simple dish.
When including a sauce, simple steamed or chopped fresh vegetables are a time-saving addition. Try carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, sprouts, avocado, kale, spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, and more!
When deciding what to pair together, an easy rule of thumb is to combine flavors inspired by similar cuisines. For example:
Delicious, easy, Ayurvedic-inspired kitchari that’s Instant Pot friendly! Comforting, nourishing, and infused with warming spices. Just 1 pot and 30 minutes required!
Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes (Fast, Tender, Perfect!)
A quick & easy way to cook sweet potatoes in the Instant Pot! Tender potatoes in less than 45 minutes start to finish. Just 1 ingredient and 1 pot required!
Simple methods and BIG flavor come together in this wild rice salad with mushrooms, hazelnuts, cranberries, and mint. Perfect for the holiday table or as a side any time of year! Just 10 ingredients required!
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (No Drain, 20 Minutes!)
Incredibly fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes made entirely in the Instant Pot in just 20 minutes! Just 3 ingredients required for these fuss-free mashed potatoes, perfect for the holidays and beyond!
A step-by-step guide for sweet, perfectly roasted plantains every time, including how to select and ripen! Just 1 pan, 2 ingredients, and 20 minutes required.
Saucy, smoky BBQ pinto beans simmered in 1 pot in a rich sauce of spices, tomato paste, mustard, and coconut sugar. A healthier take on this classic dish!
Crispy tofu that tastes like pizza! A simple, endlessly versatile, and protein-packed topping for polenta, pasta, wraps, and beyond! Vegan, gluten-free, and bursting with herby goodness!
Delicious peanut butter tofu made with 8 simple ingredients. Baked until crispy and sautéed in a savory-sweet peanut sauce. Perfect for Asian-inspired bowls, salads, stir-fries, and more!
These flavorful, creamy refried lentils are infused with smoky spices and chilis and made in 1 pot in less than 30 minutes! Say hello to the perfect side for Mexican night.
6-ingredient hummus that comes together in 5 minutes and is magically transformed into the best hummus thanks to the MICROWAVE! Trust me. It’s the best hummus I’ve ever made at home!
4-ingredient baked roasted chickpeas that are ACTUALLY crispy! Simple methods, BIG flavor, so crunchy and delicious! Plus, plant-based and gluten-free.
Super delicious and hearty mushroom lentil stew gravy over mashed potatoes! Entirely vegan, gluten-free, and grain-free. A delicious and easy-to-make 10-ingredient meal or side!
An easy, healthy take on falafel with wholesome black beans, quinoa, pumpkin seeds, and garlic. Baked instead of fried, smoky flavor, and entirely vegan and gluten-free!
Crunchy jicama slaw with carrots, cabbage, and red onion tossed in a zesty lime-balsamic vinaigrette! Fresh, flavor-packed, and incredibly versatile (great for tacos, bowls, salads, and more!). Just 9 ingredients, 1 bowl, and 30 minutes required!
Roasted sweet potato croutons laced with the bold flavors of BBQ. Just 30 minutes required for this delicious side that’s perfect for topping salads and bowls, adding to wraps, and more!
A bright, tangy, and savory snap pea salad with pistachios and basil! The perfect side for pasta and other mains. Just 10 ingredients and 15 minutes required!
Easy roasted butternut squash with instructions on how to peel, chop, season, and roast to perfection. Optional seasonings included for more flavor. Perfect for adding to salads, bowls, wraps, and more! Just 30 minutes required.
An easy, step-by-step recipe for oven-roasted eggplant! It’s tender, caramelized, versatile, and perfect every time! Just 3 ingredients and 30 minutes required.
Tender, caramelized roasted carrots tossed in Moroccan-inspired spices like cinnamon, ginger, paprika, and cumin. Just 30 minutes, 1 pan, and 8 ingredients required!
A bright, zesty tahini sauce infused with harissa, lemon, and smoked paprika. So versatile and easy to make with just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes required!
A quick and easy stir fry sauce made with tahini! Plant-based, naturally sweetened, and incredibly versatile. Just 10 minutes, 1 bowl, and 7 ingredients required.
Salty, sweet, tangy homemade teriyaki sauce that’s SUPER versatile and happens to be gluten-free and naturally sweetened! Just 6 ingredients and 20 minutes required!
A creamy, smoky chipotle dressing made in 1 bowl in 5 minutes, with just 6 simple ingredients. The perfect quick dairy-free dressing for just about any salad!
Ultra creamy, vibrant green goddess dressing that’s naturally plant-based and packed with flavor. 10 minutes, 1 blender, and 9 ingredients required! Perfect for salads, dipping vegetables, Buddha Bowls, and more!
A quick and easy, gingery, Japanese-inspired dressing perfect for adding to salads and bowls! Plant-based, gluten-free, soy-free, and just 1 blender, 8 ingredients, and 10 minutes required.
Creamy, oil-free vegan ranch requiring just 10 simple ingredients and 1 bowl with BIG flavor! The perfect dairy-free dressing for salads, vegetables, and more!
A creamy, dreamy, vibrant sauce that looks like liquid gold. Made with simple ingredients like chickpeas, lemon, garlic, and nutritional yeast, it’s perfect for adding to bowl meals, salads, roasted vegetables, and more! Just 10 minutes and 1 blender required!
A zesty, vibrant habanero hot sauce infused with ripe, juicy mango, fresh lime juice, smoky cumin seed, and garlic. So versatile and just 8 ingredients and 25 minutes required!
Marie Biddix says
Thank you so much. This is just what I needed at just the right time. I love all of these recipes and now I know how to pair them.
So glad it was helpful, Marie!
sara says
This is a huge help! Thank you so much for this guide. I’ve been looking for something like this for a long time!!
Yay! Thank you so much for your kind words and support, Sara! xo
Alison says
I can’t open the guide to meal prep? its a pintrest link but when I click on it it doesn’t open. tried searching but no success.
Hi Alison, which link are you referring to? We’d love to help point you in the right direction!
Alan says
I can’t figure it out either. There’s no link to open
Hi Alan, Sorry for any confusion. This page with tips and recipes is the meal prep guide. Hope that helps!
Kristen says
This is the best thing minimalist baker has ever come up with. Bless.
Kristen says
This is the best thing minimalist baker has ever made.