13 Plant-Based Recipes to Get You Ready for Fall

From steamy stews to roasted root vegetables, fall cooking is all about heating up in the kitchen as the temperature outside starts to drop. Soups and stews are great to make in large batches, and freeze the leftovers for easy meal prep! We rounded up some of our favorite fall recipes to get you ready and keep you warm. These hearty dishes are perfect for plant-based beginners and experts alike.

Plant-Based Fall Recipes

Vegan Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped potatoes might not be something that many people would associate with healthy plant-based eating, but there’s no reason why they can’t be. This rich and creamy dish is wholesome, but also the epitome of comfort food.

Sweet Potato Enchiladas

Enchiladas are essentially baked burritos—rolled tortillas filled with savory, tasty fillings, then baked with salsa. The cumin and coriander in this dish pair really well to give the enchiladas a warm, savory flavor and a great aroma.

Creole Okra and Lentil Stew

Showcasing the “holy trinity” of Louisiana Creole cuisine—onions, bell peppers, and celery—and a warm blend of aromatic herbs, it is pure comfort food. Try it over rice or a baked potato. You can’t go wrong!

Pumpkin Lentil Soup

This hot, delicious soup pairs well with a salad for a nourishing lunch or as a perfect first course. Pumpkin puree adds a creamy richness and body to this comforting soup.

Peanut Kale Soup

It’s a good idea to make big batches of this dish—it’s one of those soups where everyone goes back for seconds, thirds, and yes, sometimes fourths. If you don’t have kale on hand, use collard greens or spinach.

Cauliflower Au Gratin

Bake up this delicious, creamy, low-fat vegan cauliflower au gratin for the perfect comfort dish the whole family will love.

Vegan French Onion Soup

French onion soup is a classic that gets its flavor from deeply caramelized onions. This vegan version has every bit of the flavor, with only a fraction of the fat. Topped with sourdough bread and vegan mozzarella, you will be amazed by its incredible texture and rich taste.

30-Minute Instant Pot Lentil Soup

This thick, rich lentil soup is packed with flavors, smells amazing, and only takes a short time to prepare.

One-Pot Lentil Bolognese Pasta

This hearty one-pot pasta is enveloped in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce with lentils and topped with fresh basil and red pepper flakes for a quick and easy but filling dinner.

African Peanut Stew

This stew with hearty tofu, a healthy dose of kale, crunchy peanuts, and fresh cilantro will spice up your life with its delicious flavors, textures, and aromas.

Macaroni and No Cheese

This cheese-alternative sauce is butternut squash and cashew based, which gives it a slightly sweet flavor and makes it a kid-friendly recipe. Although the recipe calls for peas, you could add broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, or any veggies of your choice.

Chickpea & Vegetable Soup With Crunchy Peanut Butter & Walnut Croutons

This hearty and colorful soup is perfect as a side dish to a meal or as the main course. Herb-toasted walnuts and a touch of crunchy peanut butter create a soup bursting with flavor.

Cranberry Kale Pilaf

This dish makes a colorful addition to any holiday dinner table, whether as an entrée or a side. Kale and cranberries are a delightful culinary combo and equally well paired nutritionally.