Top 10 Vegan Recipes of 2014 (2024)

Whew! It's done. Finito. Complete. 2014 is gone, and 2015 has begun! What better way to bring in the new year, than reflect on the past...er... ok, maybe not. Let's try again. What better way to bring in the new year, than to have the Top 10 Vegan Recipes of 2014 from It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken, right at your finger tips! Ahh. Much Better.

You voted.By cooking, commenting, visiting, pinning, facebooking, twittering, instagraming, or however else you share, these recipes were chosen by you! We interrupt this broadcast for amoment of appreciation from me. THANK YOU!!!!! It's because of all of your supportthat I get to share my favourite recipes with you and help spread the yummyvegan word. Now on to the deliciousness!

10.Salted Caramel Maple Nut Clusters

In 10th place came these Salted Caramel Maple Nut Clusters. Requiring only 5 ingredients, and 10 minutes to make, it's one of my favourite quick treats.

9.HomemadeVegan Cashew Ricotta

Delicious as a spread on crackers, raw veggies, or can be baked intoa. Hello yummy comfort food!

8.Peanut Thai Salad with Grilled Tofu

I love me some salad, but what do I love even more than salad? A Thai inspired salad with so many scrumptious layers of veggies, grilled tofu, and all topped off with a Thai peanut butter dressing

7.Creamy Cashew Caesar Salad Dressing

This is still my ultimate favourite guilt-free salad dressing. It's so creamy and caesar-y you would never know that it was vegan and healthy!

6.Carrot Fries

One of my favourite ways to take an otherwise kinda boring veggie (no offense carrot!) and turn in into a star of the dish. Some people didn't like how they are a little bit charred, so if that's you, just keep an eye on them when they are cooking. I, on the other hand, am that person who loves all the little burnt bits. It tastes like burning.... Omnomnom.

5.

Not just one recipe but a collection of recipes. Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Quick Onion Gravy... drool. This is your cheat sheet of veganizing the classics!

4.Puff Pastry Wrapped Lentil Loaf

Nope, you don't have to feature a dead bird on the table. This recipe works great for a formal event like Thanksgiving or Christmas. It's super pretty weaved with puff pastry, and inside is a hearty, flavourful lentil loaf. Pour on someQuick Onion Gravy, or your favourite BBQ sauce, and you are in delicious, hearty, heaven.

3.The Best Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes

I guess these really are the best! Woot! I know they are my favourite basic cupcake. I have served these bad boys to vegans and omni alike, and I will tell you a secret: if you don't tell anyonethey are vegan, no one will have any idea! Muhahaha. Classics are great, but if you are looking to kick it up a notch, try myVegan Gingerbread Cupcakes.

2.5 Vegan Sandwiches

Another collection of recipes. (I am seeing a trend here). A delicious sandwich recipe for every day of the week. My go to is the Chickpea Salad Sandwich recipe, but that T.L.T. is staring me in the face right now!

1.Cucumber Avocado Rolls

The most popular recipe of the year are my Cucumber Avocado Rolls! This recipe has been pinned over103 THOUSAND timesand counting! The funny thing is that this recipe was a result of a mistake. I made the avocado filling with other intentions, which I can't even remember now, but that recipe failed.I found a cucumber in my fridge and made these little dudes. The lesson learned? Mistakes are awesome! They turned out to be such a cute little unexpected app. that arelittle mouth explosions with every bite.

Bon Appetegan

Sam.

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  1. Sam says

    Hi Alexander,
    Are you perhaps commenting about a different recipe? No thighs, or any other body parts on this site! haha. I'm glad you enjoyed your dinner anyways.
    Best,
    Sam

    Reply

  2. Krysten says

    How did I just now find your blog? I am drooling on my laptop right now looking at EVERY SINGLE ONE of these beautiful recipes. I can't wait to try a few of these this week! Sharing a link to your site with my plant-based peeps (and omnis for that matter!)

    Reply

    • Samantha Turnbull says

      Haha, I don't know but I am glad you did Krysten! Thank you so much for sharing a link to my site. I hope you enjoy the recipes 🙂

      Reply

  3. Samantha Turnbull says

    Haha! That would be a mighty fine meal Skye. Intact I am pretty sure I have done that before...

    Reply

  4. Anne Marie @ ciao-mama.com says

    Happy New Year Samantha! I cannot wait to try all of these recipes, especially the carrot fries (who knew!?) and the puff pastry-wrapped lentil loaf. And the cucumber avocado rolls. And the cashew ricotta. And the cupcakes. Okay, okay...all of them! So glad I found your blog last year, and am definitely looking forward to following along with you this year!

    Reply

    • Samantha Turnbull says

      Happy New Year Anne Marie! Hahaha! Well you will have to let me know how these all turn out for you. I hope you enjoy them! Looking forward to more of your comments over this new year. 🙂

      Reply

  5. ashley says

    Definitely can't wait to check some of these out (though I think I'm one of the 103,000 people who pinned those rolls) I've been looking for a good chickpea salad sandwich recipe so I think I may start there!!

    Reply

    • Samantha Turnbull says

      Haha! Great! Thanks for being one of the first 103,000! Social media amazing me sometimes, can't believe it's already jumped to 111,000! Crazy 🙂

      Reply

  6. Sandy says

    Where do I get the recipes for these?

    Reply

    • Samantha Turnbull says

      Hi Sandy! You can click on the photos, or the titles of the recipes. They are all linked so it will take you directly to the recipe. Enjoy!

      Reply

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Top 10 Vegan Recipes of 2014 (2024)

FAQs

How do you stock a vegan refrigerator? ›

Your focus should be on whole foods such as fresh (or frozen) vegetables and fruit, protein sources that include legumes (lentils, peas, and beans), whole grains, nuts, and seeds. Long-lasting pantry staples include a variety of beans, chickpeas, spinach, coconut milk, tomatoes, olives, and corn.

How do I start cooking vegan? ›

I like to start with a base of leafy greens (such as spinach or arugula). Then, I add a carbohydrate like rice, potatoes or pasta and a source of protein, usually beans or tofu. The next stage is adding healthy fats (avocado, nuts, seeds…) and a sauce, which can be as simple as a drizzle of tahini or vegan yoghurt.

What snack foods can vegans eat? ›

Try These Popular Vegan Snacks (Chips, Cookies, and More)
  • Vegan Rob's Chips.
  • Rivalz Extra Chedda' Mac.
  • Outstanding Foods PigOut Pigless Pork Rinds.
  • Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars—Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate.
  • Trader Joe's Almond Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets.

What to avoid as a vegan? ›

Vegans don't eat any foods made from animals, including:
  • Beef, pork, lamb, and other red meat.
  • Chicken, duck, and other poultry.
  • Fish or shellfish such as crabs, clams, and mussels.
  • Eggs.
  • Cheese.
  • Butter.
  • Milk, cream, ice cream, and other dairy products.
  • Mayonnaise (because it includes egg yolks)
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What is vegan for beginners? ›

Vegan Diet Basics and How to Get Started

A vegan diet is a plant-based plan that excludes all animal products, like meat, fish, dairy and even honey (because it's made by bees, so it's considered an animal product).

What is the best way to eat vegan? ›

If you're a vegetarian or vegan, make sure you:
  1. Avoid foods that are high in sodium, added sugars and fats. ...
  2. Choose high protein foods. ...
  3. Don't eat too many carbohydrates. ...
  4. Get enough vitamin B12. ...
  5. Meet your calcium requirements. ...
  6. Opt for vitamin D-fortified foods. ...
  7. Consider an appointment with a registered dietician.

How to be a pure vegan? ›

For a healthy vegan diet: eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day. base meals on potatoes, bread, rice, pasta or other starchy carbohydrates (choose wholegrain where possible)

What should a refrigerator be stocked with? ›

Aim to have lots of fresh veggies, lean meats, fruit, and other foods that come without packaging. Tip: Keep your fridge between 32-40 degrees F. Move the food that spoils quickly to the front where you can easily see it.

How do you organize a vegetarian fridge? ›

How to Organize a Refrigerator for a Plant Based Diet
  1. Get to know vegetable shelf-lives. ...
  2. Organize vegetables by size. ...
  3. Organize vegetables by perishability. ...
  4. CREATE a PRODUCE tally. ...
  5. Follow the laws of physics. ...
  6. Dry off those veggies! ...
  7. Properly store frozen items. ...
  8. Not everything has to be refrigerated.

How should a fridge be stocked? ›

The top shelf of your fridge should be reserved for foods that have already been cooked, or don't need cooking, as it's the second warmest part of the fridge, after the door shelves. Cooked meats, dinner leftovers, snacks etc are best kept on the top shelf.

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