I've gathered 16 of the coziest, most satisfying fall vegan dinner recipes that are perfect for warming you up on a crisp autumn evening or special occasion—think rich, comforting, and full of seasonal flavors. Whether you're meal prepping for the week, feeding your family, or planning a festive gathering, these plant-based meals are exactly what you need to embrace the fall season. 🍂
No need to scour the internet for plant-based meals anymore—I've curated the best of the best right here! Let’s dive into these easy, flavorful vegan recipes that are guaranteed to impress and bring the ultimate cozy vibes to your dinner table.
Helpful Tips & Tricks:
Master fall meal prep: Fall is the perfect time to cozy up with batch-cooked meals. Double or triple these vegan dinners to have hearty, ready-to-go meals throughout the week. Spend more time enjoying the season and less time cooking!
Stock up for sweater-weather meals: Many of these vegan fall recipes freeze beautifully (be sure to check recipe notes for freezer-friendly details!). Store portions in freezer-safe containers and pull them out for a fuss-free, warming meal when the weather turns chilly.
Keep your leftovers fresh: To maintain peak freshness for up to 3-5 days, store your leftovers in airtight containers. For pasta or grain-based dishes, keep sauces separate until serving to prevent sogginess. This way, your leftovers will taste just as good as the first time.
Reinvent your fall leftovers: Don’t let leftover roasted veggies or grains sit in the fridge—transform them into a whole new meal! Toss them into a wrap, mix them into a salad, or use them to bulk up a cozy fall stir-fry. It’s an easy way to make the most of your delicious fall flavors.
Boost cozy flavors with spices: For that extra fall warmth, start your soups, stews, and casseroles by sautéing garlic and onions in olive oil. Add autumn-inspired spices like sage, nutmeg, cinnamon, or smoked paprika early in the cooking process to give your dishes rich, aromatic layers of flavor.
Roast for fall flavor: Roasting fall veggies like carrots, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, broccolini, and Brussels sprouts caramelizes their natural sugars, bringing out sweet, savory notes perfect for autumn dishes.
Turn pantry staples into fall favorites: Bring out the fall flavors in simple pantry staples by adding warming spices like cumin or rosemary. Top your grains or beans with nutritional yeast for a rich, cheesy flavor that makes every dish feel indulgent and seasonal.
Here are the best favorite fall-inspired vegan recipes:
- Vegan Roast Turkey Roast: "This was easy and amazing. Everyone loved it. No need to wait for thanksgiving to make it either. Yummy" -Jenn
- Vegan Spaghetti Bake: "This is such a delicious, easy meal for weeknights. It has become a family favorite." -Carla
- Brown Sugar & Mustard Glazed Tofu: "This was so amazing!! I can't imagine there will ever be any leftovers!!Thank you for another great recipe, Sam!♥️" -Tammi
- Vegan Stuffed Acorn Squash: "I made this last week to “rehearse” for Thanksgiving, and it was dynamite!" -Dawn
- Vegan Biscuit Pot Pie: "Comfort food at its finest! My husband was a big fan of this. Going into the regular rotation this winter for sure." -Melissa
- Vegan Tourtiere (Vegan Meat Pie): "This is an amazing recipe. The baked tofu crumbles take it over the top! With some trepidation, I served this to two good Quebecois friends, who always make traditional meat-based tourtiere over Xmas and they loved it." -Sandra
- Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner: "Sam you did it again! Thank you SO MUCH for this quick, easy and oh so delicious meal!" -Kate & Will
- Alfredo Pasta Bake: "Absolutely AMAZING!! Best vegan alfredo recipe we have tried. Will be making this again and again. Thank you!" -Cherie
- Lentil Shepherd's Pie: "I loved shepherd’s pie before I was vegan and this recipe did not disappoint. My boyfriend loved it too. The mashed potatoes are the best part!" -Courtney
- Vegan Pineapple Glazed Ham: "Excellent, easy and tasty. It was a hit! Thank you" -Sheila
- Stuffed Roasted Butternut Squash: "I made this for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Delicious!!! Thanks for the recipe!!!" -Nik
- Puff Pastry Wrapped Lentil Loaf: "I make this often for holidays. Perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Years etc. Sooooo Good!" -Nancy
- The Best Ever Vegan Lasagna: "This recipe is an easy 10/10! Sooo delicious, and honestly pretty easy to make. The tofu tasted incredible done this way! The ricotta was perfect." -EC
- The Best Vegan Chili EVER!: "DELICIOUS!! Fantastic flavor! Easy to throw together. This is the only chili recipe I make now." -Amy
- Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese: "So delicious! The texture and creaminess of the sauce is EVERYTHING! I'll definitely be making this again in the future!" -Henna
- Cheesy Vegan Scalloped Potatoes: "This was hands down the most delicious scalloped potatoes dish I have EVER had!! Everyone at Thanksgiving freaked out, it’s stuff like this that changes minds about veganism, right?!" -Sherry
There you have it—the best fall vegan dinner recipes all in one place! These dishes are hearty, comforting, and full of the rich, warm flavors we crave as the days get cooler. I hope these recipes inspire you to enjoy the best that fall cooking has to offer.
If you try any of fall vegan dinner recipes, let us know by leaving a comment, rating it, and don't forget to tag @itdoesnttastelikechicken on Instagram.
Bon appetegan!
Sam Turnbull.
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