1Sesame Tofu & Broccoli Instead Of Chicken Or Beef & Broccoli
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEIn this vegetarian version of the Chinese-American favorite, oven-baked tofu gets tossed in a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce along with crisp-tender broccoli, then topped with toasty sesame seeds and scallions. If you're the type to turn to a stir-fry for dinner most nights, you've gotta try replacing your meat with tofu. THIS is the recipe that'll convert any (alleged) tofu haters in your household.
2Seitan Piccata Instead Of Chicken Piccata
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3Marry Me Chickpeas Instead Of Marry Me Chicken
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING BARRETT WASHBURNE 4BBQ Pulled Mushrooms Instead Of Pulled Pork
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERThere's nothing like pulled pork or chicken piled high onto a bun, and you can achieve it even without the meat. Chewy, sticky, and super satisfying, these BBQ pulled mushrooms is so meaty we believe it could convince even the biggest of mushroom haters that these veggie heroes aren't so bad after all. Plus, they're fab for vegetarian BBQ guests.
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5Buffalo Cauliflower Wings Instead Of Buffalo Chicken Wings
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 6Vegan Crunchwrap Instead Of A Regular Crunchwrap
Taco Bell is well-known for being relatively vegan-friendly, at least as far as fast food options go, and their black bean crunchwrap is a forever fave. That said, you do have to order it without dairy, so no queso or sour cream, and avocado is an upcharge. When you make yours at home, on the other hand, you can customize to your heart's content! Our vegan crunchwrap features a satisfying creamy vegan queso dip and meaty lentils, but feel free to get creative.
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7Sweet & Sour Tofu Instead Of Sweet & Sour Chicken
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNESweet & sour sauce is a staple across Chinese-American restaurant menus—and for good reason. The combination of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors pairs well with virtually every protein, and especially tofu. This sweet & sour tofu truly shines (even the tofu haters in your household will ask for seconds).
8Veggie Burgers Instead Of Beef Burgers
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9Creamy Tuscan Vegan Pasta Instead Of Creamy Tuscan Chicken
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 10Cauliflower Tacos Instead Of Fish Tacos
Lucy schaefferThese air fryer cauliflower tacos are basically the vegan version of our popular fish tacos. The air fryer makes them SO crispy. We add finishing touches in the form of a quick and easy pickled slaw for a bite of freshness and a spicy mayo for a touch of heat.
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11Mozzarella Schnitzel Instead Of Pork Schnitzel
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORELike chicken and pork schnitzel before it, mozzarella schnitzel is crispy (thanks to a golden breadcrumb crust), and pairs perfectly with a mustard sauce as a special occasion dinner main. Your guests will FLIP over that cheese pull. Not a huge cheese person? We've got you too. Check out our cabbage schnitzel for a more veggie-forward take.
12Nashville Hot Cauliflower Instead Of Nashville Hot Chicken
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13Tofu Nuggets Instead Of Chicken Nuggets
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNEWe thought nothing could beat that like-a-kid-again feeling of eating chicken nuggets for dinner or a snack...until we tried these tofu nuggets. These golden brown, delicious bites have a secret ingredient that keeps them extra crispy, perfect for dunking in ranch dressing or ketchup for an easy, nostalgic vegetarian meal you'll crave again and again.
14Vegetarian Chili Instead Of Beef Chili
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: LAURA REGEMy hot take? This vegetarian chili is every bit as warm, comforting, and filling as a classic beef chili. Three types of beans do the heavy lifting in this chili, helping to "beef" it up. It's filled with warm spices and as well as some jalapeño for a little extra heat, making it perfectly warm and cozy.
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15Caramelized Tofu Lettuce Cups Instead Of Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Andrew bui If you're a P.F. Chang's connoisseur, we bet you're familiar with their chicken lettuce wraps appetizer. You can also order them vegetarian with tofu, but with reports saying that they've changed them in recent years, I say you're better off making them at home. Best part? When you make your own caramelized tofu lettuce cups, you can eat as many as you want, for a snack, app, or a meal.
16Vegan Meatballs Instead Of Beef Meatballs
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17Chicken-Fried Mushrooms Instead Of Chicken-Fried Steak
Andrew bui The pinnacle of comfort food, well-made chicken-fried steak is hard to resist...unless you don't eat meat. Don't worry, you can still get in on the Southern classic, thanks to meaty oyster mushrooms. Buttermilk is a must for fried chicken, so we made our own with almond milk and vinegar.
18Tofu Burritos Instead Of Well, Any Other Burritos
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNEBurritos are one of our favorite meals, not in the least because you can eat them from morning till night. Though shrimp, beef, and chicken all have a place in them, we've packed these tofu burritos full of smoky, saucy vegan "ground beef" (that could charm even the most die-hard carnivore), fluffy cilantro-lime rice, and flavorful pinto beans, along with some classic burrito accoutrements. They're are a breeze to create (and extremely versatile), so get creative.
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19Chickpea Salad Instead Of Tuna Or Chicken Salad
SUZANNE CLEMENTSHear me out: I SWEAR that there is something about a chickpea salad that hits all the exact same notes as a tuna or chicken salad. I can't explain it, but if you've got a hankering, this will definitely hit the spot. Like it's meaty counterparts, it's also ripe for improvisation, like we did in our curried chickpea salad, so get creative with your mix-ins.
20Tempeh & Broccoli Rabe Orecchiette Instead Of Orecchiette With Broccoli Rabe
SUZANNE CLEMENTSOur orecchiette pasta with sausage is a classic, straightforward pasta dish that's packed with flavor. This tempeh & broccoli rabe orecchiette is pretty much the vegan version, with one main difference—it has almost 3 times the amount of protein per serving (!), thanks to nutty, earthy tempeh. Raw broccoli rabe can be a little bitter, but a quick blanching in boiling water helps mellow it out—you could also replace it with regular broccoli or any other green veggie.
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