20 Vegan Packed Lunch Recipes (2024)

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I've had a few emails over the past couple of months asking for packed lunch ideas, particularly for recipes that require no heating and can be eaten cold.

So I've put together a list of 20 of the best vegan lunchbox-friendly recipes I've found (and don't worry, they're not all salads...)

All of these recipes are meat-free, dairy-free and eggless. They can all be eaten cold or at room temperature and are perfect for work lunches, picnics and outings!

20 Vegan Packed Lunch Recipes

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Roast Vegetable Quinoa Salad

Quinoa dotted with finely chopped roasted vegetables. Great on it's own or with extras like baked tofu.

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Sabich | Israeli Breakfast Sandwich

This sandwich looks so rich and flavourful, perfect for an exciting lunchbox meal.

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Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich

This sandwich makes a great replacement for tuna salad sandwiches, as the chickpeas offer a familiar texture.

How gorgeous does this tart look? It's great eaten hot or cold, making it a great option for a work lunch.

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I love making this recipe for dinner and then having the cold leftovers for the next day's packed lunch. It works really well as a noodle salad!

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Sushi in a Jar

Meals in jars are a great option for packed lunches and I love this creative idea of vegan Sushi in a jar. Looks so fresh and healthy.

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Quick and Easy White Bean Salad Pitas

I love pita pockets and this white bean salad looks like the most delicious filling idea, for when you're bored of just hummus and falafel.

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Chickpea and Vegetable Picnic Hand Pies

Another excellent picnic option are these vegetable hand pies which are very portable and delicious satiating!

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Southwest Lime Corn Salad

Bean salad it a classic lunchbox go-to for me, it really helps fill you up and is such a versatile base to mix-and-match with.

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Vegan Ranch Pasta Salad

Carb-lovers will enjoy this pasta salad, for a comforting lunchbox meal.

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Mediterranean Hummus Tart (Vegan)

A super simple to make tart, filled with delicious Mediterranean flavours. Makes 1 large or 2 small tarts. These are delicious eaten cold/room temperature.

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Lunchbox Black Bean Quinoa Salad

A tasty and nutritious salad, packed with protein to keep you fuller for longer.

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Vegan egg salad sandwiches

If you're missing egg salad sandwiches, this recipe will cure your cravings AND it's a super easy-to-prepare lunch.

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Tabbouleh Hummus Mason Jar Salads

Mason jars are so compact and portable, making them a great vessel for lunches on the go.

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One of my favourite salads, especially for the Autumn and Winter months. The dressing is so moreish.

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Raw Vegan Noodles Salad

A fresh, healthy noodle salad, bursting with flavour. A wonderful Summer option for a packed lunch.

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Tofu and Kale Pesto Sandwich

Another sandwich filling option for when you fancy something different and full of flavour.

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Vegan Onigiri, Six Ways

If you enjoy being more artistic with your food, you'll love this Onigri recipe, for a beautiful lunchbox meal.

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BBQ 'Shroom Buns

These mushroom buns are so incredibly flavourful. This filling also works well in a wrap.

More Vegan Lunchbox Recipes

  • Crunchy Indian Potato Salad with Mango Chutney Vinaigrette
  • Vegan High Protein Salad with Creamy Tahini Dressing
  • Vegan BBQ Mushroom Buns

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  1. asdf says

    Thank you so much.

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  2. Joshua Howard says

    Hi! Thank you for this healthy recipes! Vegan sabich sandwich is wonderful and now it's my new favorite! This post shows that a vegan diet is not boring

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  3. Traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    My word Aimee! So much to love here! Thank you for sharing all the deliciousness and including me in your post! xo

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  4. Jacqueline Meldrum says

    Thanks for including my pies. What a fabulous roundup. These would definitely cheer up my midweek lunches. I'll have to try some of these. Sharing!

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What to eat for lunch as a vegan? ›

Vegan lunch recipes
  • Vegan leek & potato soup. A star rating of 4.3 out of 5. ...
  • Vegan banh mi. A star rating of 4.8 out of 5. ...
  • Butter bean curry wraps. A star rating of 5 out of 5. ...
  • Tomato & black bean taco salad. ...
  • Vegan salad bowl. ...
  • Roasted teriyaki veg bowl. ...
  • 'Cheesy' vegan scones. ...
  • Vegan chickpea curry jacket potatoes.

What is the most eaten vegan food? ›

10 of the most popular vegan recipes
  • Mexican guacamole. Everyone's favourite Mexican dip is 100% vegan. ...
  • Stuffed green bell peppers. Stuffed peppers are prepared in a variety of ways. ...
  • Tabbouleh. ...
  • Spring rolls with soy sauce. ...
  • Caponata. ...
  • Gazpacho. ...
  • Biryani. ...
  • Panzanella.
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How to eat super cheap vegan? ›

Vegan on a budget
  1. tinned beans and dried pulses of various kinds.
  2. vegetables (particularly seasonal ones)
  3. potatoes.
  4. egg-free pasta and noodles.
  5. rice.
  6. bread (wholemeal is ideal from a health point of view)
  7. dried herbs and spices.
  8. seasonal fruit.

Is pita bread vegan? ›

At its core, pita bread consists of four plant-based ingredients – flour, water, yeast, and salt. This makes, you guessed it, pita bread vegan!

What does 100% vegan eat? ›

The 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)
  • have some fortified dairy alternatives, such as soya drinks and yoghurts (choose lower-fat and lower-sugar options)

What vegan food fills you up? ›

Oats, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and fruit are all good sources of fiber. Including more filling foods in the diet can decrease the amount that a person eats or how often they consume food. As a result, their total daily calorie intake may become lower.

What bread is vegan? ›

Vegans can eat bread that does not contain animal products or byproducts. This includes breads that only use some variation on flour, water, yeast, and salt including ciabatta, baguette, focaccia, sourdough, pita, and ezekiel breads.

What is the most unhealthy vegan food? ›

6 Vegan Foods That Are Shockingly Unhealthy
  • Frozen fake meats.
  • Tofu deli meats.
  • Vegan desserts.
  • Coconut yogurt.
  • Frozen meals.
  • Veggie chips.

Which five are popular vegan foods? ›

Top 5 Vegan Foods That Everybody Already Eats
  • PB&J. That's right! ...
  • Spaghetti. Toss it in some marinara sauce and vegan meatballs, and spaghetti comes alive. ...
  • Oatmeal. Just add water for a healthy vegan breakfast—or get fancy, and throw in some maple syrup, dried fruit, and nuts. ...
  • Guacamole. ...
  • French Fries.
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What do extreme vegans eat? ›

Vegan diets are based on grains and other seeds, legumes (particularly beans), fruits, vegetables, edible mushrooms, and nuts.

How to be vegan when you're broke? ›

Staple vegan foods such as oats, lentils, pasta, rice and chickpeas are among the cheapest foods and are in *a lot* of vegan recipes, so should definitely make an appearance on your list. Oh, and avoid shopping whilst hungry. You're more likely to stray from the plan...

What does Gordon Ramsay think of vegan food? ›

Chef Gordon Ramsay, who has been known for teasing vegans, confessed on TV that he actually "loves" plant-based food. The British TV personality and the world-famous chef made his vegan confession on the US series of Masterchef: Back to Win.

What is a super vegan? ›

Super vegans are committed to a plant based diet and look for products certified by The Vegan Society, Cruelty Free International and other reputable organisations. There are multiple benefits of veganism but most people are attracted to the impact it has on farmed animals and fish.

What foods to eat when going vegan? ›

Foods to Eat on the Vegan Diet
  • Vegetables.
  • Fruit.
  • Nuts.
  • Nut butters.
  • Tofu, tempeh, and seitan.
  • Plant-based milk, such as almond milk or coconut milk.
  • Plant-based oils.
  • Grains, including bread, quinoa, farro, and rice.

How to eat vegan while travelling? ›

Eat healthy, wherever you roam, by following these whole food plant-based travel tips:
  1. Research local restaurants ahead of time.
  2. Use Instagram hashtags to locate veg-friendly spots.
  3. Identify vegan options in the airport.
  4. Pack loads of vegan snacks.
  5. Learn how to order whole food plant-based meals at any restaurant.

What can I feed a vegan guest? ›

Your houseguest would most likely be happy with oatmeal or granola with almond milk and fruit for breakfast, nut butters, hummus, salads with beans, fruits and vegetables, and nuts for lunch, and grilled or sautéed veggies with a whole grain like quinoa are for dinner.

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