34 Easy Vegan Side Dishes

Looking for vegan side dishes that are actually easy to make? Here are 34 of my favorites, from quick weeknight options to make-ahead ideas, all built on simple, wholesome ingredients.

Every recipe on this page was checked ingredient by ingredient to make sure it contains no meat, fish, dairy, eggs or honey. Check labels on packaged products such as sauces and chocolate.

At a Glance

  • 34 recipes in this collection
  • Typical total time: about 30 minutes
  • 13 recipes ready in 20 minutes or less
  • Quickest: Garlic Sauteed Spinach in 10 minutes
  • Calories: about 20 to 285 per serving

Vegan Side Dishes

1
A close up shot of bright green garlic sauteed spinach in a skillet with lemon wedges.
Garlic Sauteed Spinach
Ready in 10 minutes · 68 calories per serving.
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2
Crispy charred air fryer broccoli florets in a white bowl with lemon wedges
Air Fryer Broccoli
Ready in 13 minutes · 85 calories per serving.
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3
Slices of grilled watermelon with char marks, topped with fresh mint and lime on a white platter.
Grilled Watermelon with Lime and Mint
Ready in 14 minutes · 65 calories per serving.
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4
A cast iron skillet filled with vibrant red blistered cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh thyme.
Blistered Tomatoes
Ready in 15 minutes · 75 calories per serving.
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5
A vibrant green bowl of freshly cooked garlic ginger bok choy, garnished with sesame seeds.
Garlic Ginger Bok Choy
Ready in 15 minutes · 80 calories per serving.
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6
Close-up of perfectly cooked, vibrant green air fryer asparagus spears seasoned with salt and pepper, ready to serve.
Air Fryer Asparagus
Ready in 15 minutes · 80 calories per serving.
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7
A close-up of perfectly roasted asparagus spears on a baking sheet, seasoned with salt and pepper.
Roasted Asparagus
Ready in 15 minutes · 70 calories per serving.
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8
Hands demonstrating how to peel and cut butternut squash on a wooden cutting board with a sharp knife
How To Peel And Cut Butternut Squash
Ready in 15 minutes · 82 calories per serving.
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9
A bowl of fresh cilantro lime cauliflower rice topped with a lime wedge
Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
Ready in 17 minutes · 60 calories per serving.
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10
A vibrant bowl of freshly made Garlic Sautéed Swiss Chard, garnished with a lemon wedge, ready to be served.
Garlic Sautéed Swiss Chard
Ready in 18 minutes · 90 calories per serving.
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11
Freshly sliced zucchini ready for freezing, demonstrating how to freeze zucchini for long-term storage.
How to Freeze Zucchini
Ready in 18 minutes · 20 calories per serving.
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12
A stack of warm, flexible cassava flour tortillas wrapped in a clean kitchen towel.
Cassava Flour Tortillas
Ready in 20 minutes · 115 calories per serving.
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13
Close-up of golden brown, tender Air Fryer Carrots seasoned with fresh herbs in a rustic white bowl.
Air Fryer Carrots
Ready in 20 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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14
Golden brown and crispy air fryer cauliflower florets garnished with fresh parsley in a white bowl.
Air Fryer Cauliflower
Ready in 25 minutes · 85 calories per serving.
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15
A close-up of a skillet filled with perfectly golden and tender sautéed cabbage, garnished with fresh parsley.
Sautéed Cabbage
Ready in 25 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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16
Fluffy cilantro lime rice in a white bowl, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on a rustic wooden table
Cilantro Lime Rice (Chipotle Copycat)
Ready in 25 minutes · 210 calories per serving.
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17
Perfectly cooked white rice in a pot showing fluffy separated grains - how to cook rice perfectly
How To Cook Rice (Perfectly)
Ready in 28 minutes · 205 calories per serving.
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18
A colorful tray of roasted broccoli, zucchini, peppers, and tomatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Easy 20 Minute Roasted Veggies
Ready in 30 minutes · 125 calories per serving.
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19
A bowl of vibrant cubed air fryer roasted beets seasoned with rosemary
Air Fryer Roasted Beets
Ready in 30 minutes · 85 calories per serving.
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20
A vibrant skillet full of golden-brown, tender-crisp Fajita Veggies (Chipotle Copycat) with sliced bell peppers and onions.
Chipotle Copycat Fajita Veggies
Ready in 30 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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21
Bowl of fluffy ginger rice garnished with fresh herbs and sliced ginger on a rustic wooden table
Ginger Rice
Ready in 30 minutes · 210 calories per serving.
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22
How to cook lentils in a pot showing perfectly tender cooked lentils with golden color
How to Cook Lentils
Ready in 30 minutes · 180 calories per serving.
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23
Slices of roasted cabbage steaks on a baking sheet with golden brown edges and garlic seasoning.
Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Ready in 40 minutes · 115 calories per serving.
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24
Golden brown roasted cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet with fresh parsley
Roasted Garlic and Herb Cauliflower Steaks
Ready in 40 minutes · 180 calories per serving.
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25
Golden roasted sweet potatoes with caramelized edges on a baking sheet, fresh from the oven
Perfectly Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Ready in 40 minutes · 180 calories per serving.
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26
Roasted butternut squash cubes and halves on a baking sheet, golden and caramelized with olive oil and herbs
Roasted Butternut Squash (Cubes and Halves)
Ready in 45 minutes · 150 calories per serving.
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27
Golden brown garlic herb roasted potatoes on a baking sheet garnished with fresh parsley
Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes
Ready in 50 minutes · 180 calories per serving.
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28
A crispy salted air fryer baked potato sliced open with a pat of melting butter and fresh chives.
Air Fryer Baked Potato
Ready in 50 minutes · 160 calories per serving.
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29
Crispy battered cauliflower florets coated in a glossy dark sesame glaze with green onions
Sticky Sesame Cauliflower
Ready in 50 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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30
Easy caramelized onions cooking in a skillet until golden brown and sweet
Easy Caramelized Onions
Ready in 50 minutes · 80 calories per serving.
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31
Golden brown crispy smashed potatoes topped with fresh rosemary on a baking sheet.
Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Ready in 55 minutes · 210 calories per serving.
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32
Golden brown baked yuca fries arranged on a baking sheet with a side of dipping sauce.
Baked Yuca Fries
Ready in 65 minutes · 245 calories per serving.
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33
Tender roasted beets sliced on a plate with fresh herbs
Easy Roasted Beets
Ready in 70 minutes · 75 calories per serving.
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34
A rustic pot filled with colorful stewed eggplant, zucchini, and peppers topped with fresh basil.
Classic French Ratatouille
Ready in 75 minutes · 180 calories per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all of these recipes really vegan?

Yes. Each recipe was checked against its full ingredient list before being included here. Brands vary, so always read the labels on packaged ingredients.

What is the quickest recipe in this collection?

Garlic Sauteed Spinach is the fastest, ready in about 10 minutes from start to finish.

How many calories are in these recipes?

They range from about 20 to 285 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated per serving on each recipe card and varies with the exact ingredients you use.

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