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Roasted

In this collection, you will find all of my best vegan recipes that feature super cozy roasted components, including my butternut orzo with crispy Brussels sprouts, a kale slaw with crunchy BBQ cauliflower, and crispy coconut tofu lettuce wraps.
There’s also lots of simple vegetable inspiration here, like my roasted roots with jalapeno yogurt sauce and these sundried tomato pesto potatoes.
If you are looking for even more roasted vegan recipes, The First Mess Cookbook has plenty of inspiration.

Farro lentil salad with za'atar and black lime roasted carrots, red onion, crumbled vegan feta, parsley and dill in a white bowl with a serving spoon.

Tangy Farro Lentil Salad with Roasted Carrots & Apple Cider

Creamy butter beans in a golden honey nut squash sauce, topped with crispy smoky tempeh crumbles, chopped walnuts, fresh parsley and a drizzle of chili oil, served in a speckled white bowl with a spoon on a green gingham napkin.

Creamy Honey Nut Squash Butter Beans with Smoky Tempeh Crunch

Overhead shot of spicy peanut kale salad with charred corn and crispy tofu, drizzled with peanut sauce and topped with chopped peanuts and scallions.

Spicy Peanut Kale Salad with Crispy Tofu & Charred Corn

Overhead shot of a bowl of eggplant curry with roasted chickpeas over rice, topped with crispy eggplant rounds and fresh cilantro leaves, curry sauce a vibrant orange-red.

Roasted Eggplant Curry with Chickpeas (Vegan)

Overhead shot of a crispy tofu bowl with golden popcorn tofu piled over brown rice, drizzled generously with spicy garlic tahini sauce, and served alongside a shredded kale and red cabbage slaw, fork resting on the side of the bowl.

Crispy Popcorn Tofu Bowls with Spicy Garlic Tahini & Greens

A close-up overhead shot of a finished lemony bean salad in a cream and green speckled bowl, with a wooden spoon resting inside. Navy beans and romano beans are visible throughout, mixed with chopped roasted broccoli, fresh parsley, crumbled vegan feta, and small purple chive blossoms as garnish.

Lemony Bean Salad with Roasted Broccoli

Close-up overhead shot of a stainless steel skillet filled with golden mustard braised chickpeas in a glossy sauce, topped with a large mound of wilted, charred broccoli rabe. A wooden spoon rests in the pan on the right side.

Mustard Braised Chickpeas with Roasted Broccoli Rabe

An overhead shot shows a chickpea arugula salad in a bowl with shaved fennel and red onion. The chickpeas are crispy and browned.

Crispy Chickpea Arugula Salad with Fennel & Shallot Thyme Dressing

An overhead shot shows baked sesame tofu triangles garnished with sliced green onions.

Baked Sesame Seed Tofu Triangles with Gochujang

An overhead shot shows an individual serving of spinach and coconut stewed lentils with roasted carrots and cauliflower on top. The serving is garnished with fresh cilantro and chili crisp. A napkin and utensils are nearby.

Spinach & Coconut Stewed Lentils with Roasted Vegetables

An overhead shot shows roasted honeynut squash wedges on a plate, topped with toasted pine nuts, herbs, and apple cider reduction. A check linen napkin is nearby and a silver serving spatula is sticking out of the squash.

Roasted Honeynut Squash Wedges with Apple Cider

An overhead, up close shot shows a baking sheet filled with crispy and chewy baked shredded tofu. A metal spatula is seen to the side.

Crispy Sheet Pan Shredded Tofu Topping

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About Laura Wright

I'm a vegan cookbook author, recipe developer, and I've been a food blogger for over 10 years. Here, you'll find seasonal vegan recipes, wholesome meals, and plenty of feel-good inspiration for a compassionate lifestyle. My hope is to always inspire and encourage anyone, at any level, to try plant-based cooking at home.

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