The Veganuary campaign has been about since 2014, but in recent years its popularity has massively surged and more and more people are getting in on the action.
Some people who join in are concerned about the environment, some are looking to get healthier and some people might even be committing to a full-on lifestyle change. Whatever your reasons for taking part, it can still be a big adjustment – especially when it comes to planning your lunches for work.
Don’t get stuck eating the same tofu stir-fry day after day, try these tasty recipes to keep Veganuary interesting and easy to maintain.
#1 Vegan Burrito Bowl
Get your Tex-Mex fix with this filling burrito bowl. It’s full of flavour, packed with fresh ingredients and it’s even gluten-free!
Get the recipe from Deliciously Everyday.
#2 Vegan Sushi Wraps
Doing Veganuary doesn’t mean you have to give up sushi – swapping out fish for fresh veggies and sunflower seed cheese makes for a quick and delicious lunch.
Find the recipe at Dianne’s Vegan Kitchen.
#3 Vegetable Fried Rice
So quick you can make it in 10 minutes! This super healthy veggie rice dish will definitely keep you full from lunch till dinner.
Go to Emilie Eats to get the recipe.
#4 Chickpea Tuna Sandwich
A clever spin on a classic sandwich which uses chickpeas in place of tuna. It’s super quick to prepare and oh so tasty!
Find out how to make it at Jessica in the Kitchen.
#5 Sun-dried Tomato, Mushroom and Spinach Tofu Quiche
Veganuary wouldn’t be complete without a little tofu and in this simple quiche, you’re using it as a substitute for eggs.
Get the recipe at Oh She Glows.
#6 Tuscan Kale and Lentil Soup
This hearty, filling soup will keep you warm even when it’s icy cold outside. Plus, you can batch cook and freeze it in portions then defrost as needed – healthy and economical!
Find the recipe at The Healthy Maven.
#7 The Ultimate Veggie Sandwich
This towering beauty of a sandwich has the triple layers of a Big Mac but none of the processed nasties!
Go to Healthy Little Vittles for the recipe.
#8 Sugar Snap Peas and Carrot Soba Noodles
Stir-frys are a vegan go-to for a reason – they’re quick, easy and cheap to make!
Find out how at Cookie and Kate.
#9 Easy Falafels
Pair these falafels with flatbread, houmous and pickles for a mouth-watering mezze-style lunch.
Try the recipe at BBC Good Food.
#10 Vegan Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl
A simple make-ahead lunch that’s big on flavour and nutrition.
Give it a go at Ambitious Kitchen.
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