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30 Festive Vegan Recipes for the Holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas)

Published: November 8, 2024 Last Updated: November 8, 2024 / 13 Comments

Be perfectly prepared for Thanksgiving/Christmas with these Festive Vegan Recipes for the Holidays. This post includes many ideas for main courses and side dishes for Thanksgiving and Christmas! No meat, no dairy, no eggs - all vegan! Hi friends, with Thanksgiving and Christmas just around the corner, I've wanted to compile my favorite festive recipes from […]

Carrot Bolognese

Published: August 7, 2024 Last Updated: August 8, 2024 / Leave a Comment

Carrot Bolognese

Carrot Bolognese is one of my favorite easy, no-fuss meals! You only need a handful of ingredients and 20 minutes of time! I'm going to start this post with 5 reasons why this carrot bolognese sauce won my heart (and will win yours too!): I'm making this recipe A LOT lately. I've never met a […]

Vegan Raspberry Popsicles

Published: June 17, 2024 Last Updated: June 17, 2024 / 11 Comments

Vegan Raspberry Popsicles

Say hello to your new favorite summer treat: Vegan Raspberry Popsicles! You'll only need 3 ingredients and they are without added sugar - so super healthy and perfect for every day! Usually, I don't have too much space in my freezer because it's always stuffed with frozen bananas, berries, veggies, etc., but these popsicles are […]

20+ Vegan Snack and Dip Recipes for Parties!

Published: May 14, 2024 Last Updated: May 14, 2024 / 7 Comments

Vegan Snack & Dip Recipes

Whether you're hosting a party, visiting a party, or just want to have a chill day with Netflix - you will need snacks! In this post, you'll find 20 Vegan Snack & Dip Recipes everyone will love! Does anyone else have that feeling that they are starving immediately when there aren't any snacks around? Hahaha, well, […]

Wild Garlic Pesto Pinwheels

Published: May 2, 2024 Last Updated: May 2, 2024 / 25 Comments

Wild Garlic Pesto Pinwheels

These vegan and easy-to-make Wild Garlic Pesto Pinwheels are the perfect snack for parties! We're using homemade Wild Garlic Pesto and Cashew Parmesan for the filling! In the Wild Garlic Pesto post, I promised a delicious recipe to make with the pesto - and here it is: Wild Garlic Pesto Pinwheels. They are super easy […]

30+ Vegan Mother's Day Recipes

Published: April 25, 2024 Last Updated: May 14, 2024 / 4 Comments

Vegan Mother's Day Recipes

Everything you need to make your mom happy! This post of Vegan Mother's Day Recipes includes sweet and savory breakfast ideas, quick and easy lunch & dinner inspiration, tasty desserts, and refreshing drinks! In this post, you'll find everything you need for a delicious plant-based Mother's Day: The perfect Mother's Day Breakfast Breakfast tip: If […]

Nut-Free & Vegan Wild Garlic Pesto

Published: April 17, 2024 Last Updated: April 17, 2024 / 22 Comments

Nut-Free Wild Garlic Pesto

This Nut-Free & Vegan Wild Garlic Pesto is perfect for pasta, pizza, pinwheels, and sandwiches. It's super quick & easy to make. And we're using sunflower seeds instead of nuts because they are much cheaper! My first try cooking with wild garlic a few years ago was more - meh, I didn't like the taste […]

Vegan in Brno, Czech Republic

Published: February 26, 2024 Last Updated: February 26, 2024 / Leave a Comment

Vegan in Brno

Brno is the second biggest city in the Czech Republic and offers quite a lot of delicious options for vegans. In this post, I'm sharing my favorite places to eat vegan in Brno. Let's get started! Vegan in … is a series of posts on Elephantastic Vegan where I write about my vegan travelling experiences. I love […]

40+ Basic Vegan Recipes for New Vegans!

Published: January 9, 2024 Last Updated: January 9, 2024 / 5 Comments

Basic Vegan Recipes

Being vegan isn't that easy in the beginning. You basically have to build up a new repertoire of recipes. This round-up includes my absolute favorite breakfast, lunch/dinner, snack, bread, milk, condiment, cheese, and dessert recipes. Whenever you adopt a new diet or lifestyle change, the first days, weeks, or months are the hardest! But I […]

20+ Vegan Snacks for New Year's Eve

Published: December 29, 2023 Last Updated: December 29, 2023 / 13 Comments

Vegan Snacks for New Years Eve

In this post, you'll find everything you need for the perfect New Year's Eve party: crackers, bread chips, vegan cheese sticks, hummus, guacamole, and many, many more recipes! These are real crowd-pleasers! If you're looking for vegan recipe ideas for New Year's Eve.. you're in luck! In this post, I've collected my all-time favorite snacks […]

10+ Easy Vegan Christmas Cookie Recipes

Published: December 18, 2023 Last Updated: December 18, 2023 / 4 Comments

Get into the Christmas spirit with these easy Vegan Christmas Cookie Recipes - everything you need from cutout cookies to no-bake rum balls, spritz cookies, and many more! Oh, beloved Christmas season! I love this time of the year. It's totally acceptable to stay at home all day, baking cookies, listening to Christmas playlists, looking out […]

Salted Caramel Syrup

Published: December 9, 2023 Last Updated: December 8, 2023 / 2 Comments

Salted Caramel Syrup

Make your own Salted Caramel Syrup for coffee, chai, and matcha at home! It's so much cheaper, easy to make and you'll only need 3 ingredients. You'll love it! I think it's absolutely crazy that caramel syrup is so expensive in the stores because the ingredients to make it at home come to under 1$. […]

Crispy Sesame Crackers

Published: December 2, 2023 Last Updated: December 2, 2023 / 3 Comments

Sesame Crackers

These vegan Sesame Crackers with black and white sesame seeds are a real crowd-pleaser! Serve them with hummus and you'll have the perfect finger food for your party! Homemade crackers are my go-to snack for parties and potlucks. Everyone loves them. They are easy to make. They are quick to make. Perfect! Sesame crackers are […]

Vegan Goulash with Smoked Tofu & Potatoes

Published: November 25, 2023 Last Updated: November 25, 2023 / 37 Comments

Vegan Goulash with Smoked Tofu and Potatoes

Recipe for a vegan Goulash with smoked tofu and potatoes. It's the perfect fall/winter food - very comforting and delicious. And it practically cooks itself! The temperatures have been dropping significantly lately, which means fall is coming. And while I enjoyed this crazy-hot summer, I'm looking forward to all the delicious fall and winter veggies […]

Candied Almonds (Cinnamon Sugar Coated Almonds)

Published: November 11, 2023 Last Updated: November 11, 2023 / 1 Comment

Candied Almonds

These Candied Almonds (Cinnamon Sugar Coated Almonds) are super easy to make. They will get you into the Christmas spirit in no time and they are the perfect little homemade gift for your friends, colleagues, and family! What would the (pre-)Christmas season be without Candied Almonds? It would be pretty sad and not very Christmas-y, […]

10+ Vegan Cheese Recipes

Published: November 4, 2023 Last Updated: April 3, 2024 / 4 Comments

Vegan Cheese Recipes

Craving Cheese? In this post, you'll find recipes for vegan cheese sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, feta, cream cheese, and lots of cheesy dishes! "I could never go vegan, I love cheese too much." Me and almost everyone else before going vegan. It's kind of funny, when I went vegan in 2012 there were NO vegan cheese […]

'Meaty' Vegan TVP Chili

Published: October 28, 2023 Last Updated: October 28, 2023 / 15 Comments

Meaty Vegan TVP Chili

If you want a meaty vegan chili, TVP (soy granules) is the way to go! This TVP Chili convinces even the most stubborn meat-eaters! It's perfect for parties because it can be prepared ahead and it's a real crowd-pleaser, or make a big batch for meal prepping. Autumn is the perfect season for making a […]

Vegan Peppercorn Sauce

Published: October 21, 2023 Last Updated: December 8, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Vegan Peppercorn Sauce

This Vegan Peppercorn Sauce is quick & easy and you only need staple ingredients to make it. It's perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts and helps bring them to the next level! There is a good reason why I'm posting this recipe for Vegan Peppercorn Sauce now. Because you definitely want to make it this […]

Vegan Apple Strudel with Puff Pastry (3 Ingredients)

Published: October 14, 2023 Last Updated: October 14, 2023 / 23 Comments

Vegan Apple Strudel with Puff Pastry

This vegan Apple Strudel is a classic traditional Austrian dessert. You'll only need 3 ingredients to make it. The combination of puff pastry and juicy apple filling is so good and the perfect weekend treat! Now if you think this dessert tastes bland because it uses only three ingredients- you're wrong! It's perfectly sweet from […]

15+ Vegan Halloween Recipes

Published: October 8, 2023 Last Updated: October 15, 2023 / 1 Comment

Vegan Halloween Recipes

In this post, you'll find 15+ amazing recipe ideas for Halloween including sweets, savory snacks, and drinks. Whether you're making them for a party or for your family, it's time to impress! Getting creative with food is one of the main reasons why I LOVE Halloween! It's the one day in the year on which […]

Pan-Fried Bread Dumplings

Published: September 30, 2023 Last Updated: September 30, 2023 / 7 Comments

Pan-Fried Bread Dumplings with Pumpkin Goulash

These pan-fried Bread Dumplings are a no-boil/no-steam alternative to regular Bread Dumplings. They are much quicker to make and have a crispy outside. You can serve them with all kinds of goulash and stews, or as a side for Christmas or Thanksgiving. These vegan, pan-fried Bread Dumplings are a no-steam and no-boil alternative to my […]

Sushi Rice Balls with Peanut Wasabi Dip

Published: September 23, 2023 Last Updated: September 23, 2023 / 3 Comments

Sushi Rice Balls and Peanut Wasabi Dip

These Sushi Rice Balls with Peanut Wasabi Dip are the perfect, healthy snack. They are also the ideal take-to-work/school/uni food! I love all things sushi - but I can't remember the last time I actually made sushi rolls because it's always so frustrating. The sushi falling apart, not being able to cut them probably, there […]

Cherry Nice Cream with Chocolate Chunks

Published: September 16, 2023 Last Updated: September 16, 2023 / 5 Comments

Cherry Nice Cream with Chocolate Chunks

With only 3 ingredients, you can make the most delicious no-churn Cherry Ice Cream with chocolate chunks. It's the perfect treat for the summer! And it's also vegan and gluten-free. I love the combination of cherries and chocolate! This ice cream reminds me a lot of Black Forest Cake or Cherry Garcia Ice Cream. This […]

The Best and Fluffiest 25 Vegan Pancake Recipes

Published: September 7, 2023 Last Updated: September 7, 2023 / Leave a Comment

vegan pancake recipes

Pancakes are the perfect weekend brunch treat! If you're looking for dairy and egg-free pancakes, that taste amazing and are the best and fluffiest vegan pancakes you've ever had, then you've come to the right place. Nothing says "Hello Weekend!" like a big stack of fluffy pancakes. All of these vegan pancake recipes are This collection […]

Vegan & Sugar-Free Banana Cookies

Published: September 2, 2023 Last Updated: September 2, 2023 / 77 Comments

Vegan & Sugar-Free Banana Cookies

These sugar-free Banana Cookies are mind-blowing. You only need 5 basic ingredients to make them, and they are also vegan and oil-free. They are soft cookies, with a crisp edge. These cookies are insane. They are soft, fudgy cookies with slightly crispy corners. What I love about these cookies is that they are: I think […]

Coffee Nice Cream

Published: August 26, 2023 Last Updated: August 26, 2023 / 1 Comment

vegan coffee nice cream

If you want something sweet, but also energizing, then this Coffee Nice Cream is perfect for you! And it's so healthy, you can even have it for breakfast. What is Nice Cream? How to make it? If you’ve never made nice cream before: Prepare to have your mind blown. Nice Cream is truly magic! You […]

Vegan in Hamburg

Published: August 18, 2023 Last Updated: August 1, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Vegan in Hamburg

Hamburg offers lots of delicious options for vegans. In this post, I'm sharing my favorite places to eat vegan in Hamburg. Let's get started! Vegan in … is a series of posts on Elephantastic Vegan where I write about my vegan travelling experiences. I love to travel, especially to larger cities, rather than spending my days on the beach at […]

Vegan Protein Pancakes

Published: August 11, 2023 Last Updated: August 10, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Vegan Protein Pancakes topped with peanut butter, banana slices and maple syrup

This is your sign to break out the protein powder and make this huge stack of fluffy vegan Protein Pancakes. I've topped them with peanut butter, banana slices, and maple syrup. They are so good! I'm back with a new pancake recipe! And this time we're adding protein powder! I've also added peanut butter, banana […]

Vegan in Berlin, Germany

Published: August 4, 2023 Last Updated: May 22, 2024 / 11 Comments

Vegan in Berlin

Berlin is hands-down a vegan's paradise. In this post, I'm sharing my favorite places to eat vegan in the capital of Germany. Let's get started! Vegan in … is a series of posts on Elephantastic Vegan where I write about my vegan travelling experiences. I love to travel, especially to larger cities, rather than spending my days on the beach […]

15+ Vegan Nice Cream Recipes to Beat the Heat

Published: July 28, 2023 Last Updated: September 24, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Vegan Nice Cream Recipes

Nice Cream is healthy, vegan ice cream made with a base of frozen bananas only. In this post, I'm sharing my favorite nice cream recipes for the summer! It's the most delicious way to beat the heat! When it comes to ice cream, are you team fruity, nutty, or chocolatey? In any case, I've got […]

Creamy Vegan Lemon Pasta

Published: July 21, 2023 Last Updated: July 19, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Creamy Vegan Lemon Pasta

This Creamy Vegan Lemon Pasta is perfect for the summer! It's tangy, creamy, fresh, and quick to make. You'll love it! Summer is in full swing over here, and while I stick to nice cream shakes or cold dishes (see my Summer Recipes Collection for more inspiration) during the day, I crave a cooked meal […]

15+ Easy Vegan Summer Recipes

Published: July 18, 2023 Last Updated: July 18, 2023 / 9 Comments

Easy Vegan Summer Recipes

Keep cool during hot summer days with these 15+ Easy Vegan Summer Recipes! Everything you need for breakfast, snacks, no-heat meals, desserts, and drinks! Cooling you from the inside makes the heat much more manageable!  With the summer finally here (hooray!) my body literally screams for lighter and healthier meals. I try to keep snacking […]

Veggie Balls (IKEA-Style)

Published: July 14, 2023 Last Updated: July 14, 2023 / 6 Comments

Ikea-Style Veggie Balls

These IKEA-style Veggie Balls are made with chickpeas, carrots, broccoli, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, corn, and peas. They are baked in the oven and are easy to make. Packed with nutrients and flavor! These IKEA-inspired veggie balls are packed with nine different vegetables! They are flavorful, healthy, and easy to make. Although they are […]

Breaded & Fried Lotus Root

Published: July 8, 2023 Last Updated: July 5, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Breaded & Fried Lotus Root served with rice, broccoli and ginger

These Breaded & Fried Lotus Root Slices are the perfect addition to rice and veggie bowls! They are crispy, flavorful, and so pretty! Lotus root is used a lot in Southern and East Asian cuisine. So when I found lotus root frozen and cut into slices in my local Asia market, I had to buy […]

15+ Vegan Fish & Seafood Recipes

Published: July 3, 2023 Last Updated: October 15, 2023 / 1 Comment

These 15+ Vegan Fish & Seafood Recipes are creative, fun, and inspiring! You really can make anything vegan: Battered fish fillets, fish tacos, lobster rolls, tuna sandwiches, carrot lox, scallops, calamari, and even homemade caviar! I absolutely love how fun, creative, and inspiring vegan cooking is! You can make fish and seafood from a variety […]

Vegan Tortilla Espanola - Spanish Potato Omelette

Published: June 30, 2023 Last Updated: July 3, 2023 / 12 Comments

Vegan Tortilla Espanola - Spanish Potato Omelette

This Vegan Tortilla Espanola (Spanish Potato Omelette) is perfect for tapas night or hot summer days (as it is typically served cold or at room temperature)! And it's easy to make as well. Ever since I had this amazing vegan Tortilla Española on my vacation in Madrid a few years ago, I've been wanting to make […]

Creamy Vegan Pasta Salad

Published: June 24, 2023 Last Updated: June 24, 2023 / 8 Comments

creamy vegan pasta salad

Recipe for a creamy vegan Pasta Salad, that is perfect to bring to BBQs or potlucks! It's ideal for hot summer days and ready in 30 minutes! Get ready to be the star of every summer gathering this season with this mouthwatering recipe for a Creamy Vegan Pasta Salad. This dish is not only irresistibly […]

Kala namak - Black Salt | What is it? How to use it? 15 Vegan Recipes!

Published: June 19, 2023 Last Updated: November 17, 2023 / 6 Comments

Kala Namak (Himalayan Black Salt)

Kala namak is also known as Himalayan black salt. It's a secret ingredient - especially in the vegan cuisine - because it adds an eggy taste and smell which makes it perfect for tofu scramble (the alternative for scrambled eggs) or eggy spaetzle. What is kala namak? Kala Namak is a Himalayan black salt, in its […]

Tofu Schnitzel

Published: June 16, 2023 Last Updated: June 14, 2023 / 2 Comments

Tofu Schnitzel served with rice+peas and buttered parsley potatoes

This vegan Schnitzel is made with perfectly breaded tofu slices. Tofu is an excellent source of plant-based protein, so it's a great vegan alternative! You can serve the schnitzel with rice, potatoes, or fries. As you would expect from an Austrian, I have a wide variety of vegan schnitzel recipes already on the blog: But […]

Coffee Nice Cream Shake

Published: June 9, 2023 Last Updated: June 9, 2023 / 4 Comments

Coffee Nice Cream Shake

This vegan Coffee Nice Cream Shake is a refreshing and energizing treat for hot summer days. You'll only need 3 ingredients! Okay, I'll admit it, I'm one of those "80% 'milk', 20% coffee drinkers". I just recently got into coffee, so I'll have to work my way up there, okay? Oh, and I don't drink […]

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