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Vegan Recipes

Every recipe in this collection is plant-based as written, with no meat, fish, dairy, eggs, or honey. Citrus does a lot of the heavy lifting in vegan cooking: a squeeze of lemon lifts beans, grains, and roasted vegetables, and it supplies the sharp tang that cheese or yogurt would usually bring.

Use the recipe tags to narrow things down further. Plenty of these are also gluten-free or ready in under 30 minutes, and the drinks and desserts are just as plant-based as the mains.

A pitcher of pale yellow basil lemon lemonade with fresh basil leaves and lemon wheel slices floating on top10 min
Lemonadenon-alc

Basil Lemon Lemonade

Four small glass shot glasses of deep ruby blood orange ginger shot on a light surface, with halved blood oranges, a lemon half, and a knob of ginger beside them10 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Blood Orange Ginger Wellness Shot

A glass pitcher of pale cloudy limeade with visible flecks of lime peel, glasses filled with ice beside it, lime wedges garnishing the rim5 min
Drinkvegan

Brazilian-Style Blended Limeade

Overhead view of a bowl of quinoa topped with crispy roasted chickpeas, cubed sweet potato, kale, and a drizzle of lemon tahini sauce, with a lemon wedge on the side45 min
Savory Mainsvegan

Crispy Chickpea Lemon Tahini Bowl

A tall glass of pale green cucumber lemon cooler with fresh cucumber slices and ice, garnished with a sprig of mint5 min
Mocktailsnon-alc

Cucumber Lemon Cooler

A steaming glass cup of amber-colored tea, with a lemon slice floating on top, cinnamon stick balanced across the rim, and visible wisps of aromatic steam rising15 min
Drinkvegan

Ethiopian-Style Lemon Honey Tea

A glass pitcher of pale golden calamansi juice with ice, small halved calamansi fruits floating on top and garnishing the rim10 min
Drinkvegan

Filipino-Style Calamansi Juice

Three small glass shot glasses of pink grapefruit ginger shot on a light kitchen counter, with a halved ruby grapefruit and a knob of ginger beside them10 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Grapefruit Ginger Wellness Shot

Three small glass shot glasses of vivid green lime spinach shot on a light kitchen counter, with a lime half and a green apple behind them10 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Green Lime Wellness Shot

A clear glass mug of steaming amber spiced apple cider with a fresh lemon slice and cinnamon stick floating on top20 min
Hot Drinksnon-alc

Hot Spiced Lemon Cider

A tall glass filled with ice, a pale yellow-green herbal liquid, topped with a fresh green basil leaf and a lemon slice on the rim5 min
Mocktailsvegan

Iced Lemon Basil Cooler

Glass of Indian spiced lemon water with ice, mint, and a lemon wheel5 min
Drinknon-alc

Indian Spiced Lemon Water

A tall glass of iced lime drink with lime slices and ice, condensation on the glass, on a light wooden table5 min
Drinkvegan

Indonesian-Style Iced Lime Drink

A small glass jar of bright green yuzu kosho paste with visible flecks of citrus zest and chili, a small spoon resting on top15 min
Condimentvegan

Japanese-Style Yuzu Kosho

A clear glass mug of steaming amber-colored citron tea with softened lemon slices floating on top, a honey dipper resting beside it25 min
Drinkvegan

Korean-Style Citron Tea

Two small shot glasses filled with a cloudy amber apple cider vinegar and lemon blend, fresh lemon halves nearby5 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Lemon Apple Cider Vinegar Shot

A sheet pan of roasted broccoli florets with crispy browned edges, tossed with lemon zest and toasted pine nuts23 min
Savory Sidesvegan

Lemon Garlic Roasted Broccoli

Four small shot glasses filled with a golden yellow liquid, arranged in a row on a wooden surface10 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Lemon Ginger Turmeric Wellness Shot

A sheet pan of golden-brown baked tofu cubes with crispy edges, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges40 min
Savory Mainsvegan

Lemon Herb Baked Tofu

A sheet pan of golden-brown roasted baby potatoes with crispy browned edges, fresh green rosemary and thyme leaves scattered across, bright yellow lemon zest visible45 min
Savory Sidesvegetarian

Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes

A tall glass of pale green iced tea with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves, on a sunny outdoor table10 min
Iced Tea & Lemonadenon-alc

Lemon Mint Iced Green Tea

A tall glass filled with crushed ice, topped with sparkling soda water and a vibrant mint sprig, with a lemon wheel perched on the rim5 min
Mocktailsvegan

Lemon Mint Mojito Mocktail

Two small glass shot glasses filled with a golden, slightly cloudy lemon olive oil blend, fresh lemon halves and a small dish of olive oil in the background5 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Lemon Olive Oil Wellness Shot

A bowl of fluffy quinoa salad with diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh herbs, glistening with lemon dressing25 min
Savory Sidesvegan

Lemon Quinoa Salad

A sheet pan of roasted Brussels sprouts with deeply caramelized cut sides, tossed with lemon zest and shaved parmesan32 min
Savory Sidesvegetarian

Lemon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Scoops of pale yellow lemon sorbet in a glass bowl, garnished with a lemon twist and mint leaf, fresh lemons scattered around245 min
Dessertvegan

Lemon Sorbet

A small glass jar of golden lemon vinaigrette with a whisk resting beside it, fresh lemon halves and a sprig of thyme nearby5 min
Condimentvegan

Lemon Vinaigrette

A sheet pan of roasted carrots, broccoli, and bell peppers glistening with lemon vinaigrette, finished with fresh herbs and lemon zest35 min
Savory Sidesvegan

Lemon Vinaigrette Roasted Vegetables

Two small glasses of pale, cloudy lime coconut water shot on a light surface, with lime halves, an orange half, and a split coconut beside them5 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Lime Coconut Water Electrolyte Shot

Four small glass shot glasses of pale green lime cucumber mint shot on a light surface, with lime halves, cucumber slices, and fresh mint leaves around them10 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Lime Cucumber Mint Wellness Shot

Three small glass shot glasses of bright orange mandarin ginger shot on a light kitchen counter, with a peeled mandarin and a knob of ginger behind them10 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Mandarin Ginger Wellness Shot

Pitcher of Mexican-style limeade with lime wheels and mint, glasses with ice beside it10 min
Drinknon-alc

Mexican-Style Limeade

Jar of Moroccan-style preserved lemons packed in salt and lemon juice on a wood table10 min
Condimentmake-ahead

Moroccan-Style Preserved Lemons

Pitcher of fresh lemonade being poured into glasses with mint and ice on a marble counter10 min
Lemonadevegan

Old-Fashioned Lemonade (No Fights About Pulp)

A large bowl of fattoush salad with chopped romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, and crispy golden pita pieces, drizzled with dressing30 min
Saladvegetarian

Palestinian-Style Fattoush Salad

Three small glass shot glasses of bright yellow pineapple lemon ginger shot on a light kitchen counter, with pineapple chunks and a lemon half beside them10 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Pineapple Lemon Ginger Wellness Shot

A glass pitcher of ruby-red pomegranate lemonade with ice, pomegranate arils, and mint sprigs, glasses filled beside it15 min
Lemonadevegan

Pomegranate Lemon Lemonade

A bowl of fluffy white rice studded with bright yellow lemon zest, flecks of fresh green parsley throughout, with a glossy sheen from olive oil28 min
Sidevegetarian

Portuguese-Style Lemon Rice

Two elegant glasses filled with sparkling clear liquid, ice cubes, and a delicate lemon twist draped over the rim3 min
Mocktailsvegan

Sparkling Lemon Elderflower Spritz

Three small glass shot glasses of cloudy golden orange citrus shot on a light kitchen counter, with a halved orange, a lemon, a lime, and a knob of ginger behind them10 min
Wellness Shotsvegan

Triple Citrus Ginger Wellness Shot

Tall glass of pale Turkish-style lemon mint sherbet drink with mint leaves and ice15 min
Drinknon-alc

Turkish-Style Lemon Mint Sherbet

Tall glass of Vietnamese salted lime soda with muddled lime, ice, and soda water5 min
Drinknon-alc

Vietnamese Salted Lime Soda

A shallow bowl of pale yellow whipped lemon hummus with a swirl of olive oil in the center, a light dusting of paprika, fresh lemon zest on top10 min
Savory Sidesvegan

Whipped Lemon Hummus

Guides to go with these recipes

Small bowls of lime wedges, white vinegar, and citric acid powder arranged as lemon juice substitute options

Best Lemon Juice Substitutes for Baking and Cooking

A full mesh bag of lemons spilled out onto a kitchen counter next to a cutting board and knife

What to Do With a Bag of Lemons Before They Go Bad

Questions about vegan recipes

Are all the vegan recipes here also gluten-free?

No. Vegan and gluten-free are separate tags. Check the gluten-free collection or the tags on each recipe if you need both.

What can I use instead of honey in a vegan recipe?

Maple syrup or agave nectar work as a one-to-one swap in most drinks and dressings. The flavor is slightly different, so taste and adjust the lemon to keep the balance.

Can I use lemon juice to replace buttermilk in vegan baking?

Yes, as a stand-in for the acid. Stir about a tablespoon of lemon juice into a cup of plant milk and let it sit for five to ten minutes before using it in the recipe.