No-Cook Vegan Meals
by Marly McMillen
When the weather’s warm or your schedule’s packed, the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven. These no-cook vegan meals make it easy to enjoy fresh, flavorful food without heating up the kitchen. From hearty salads and vibrant wraps to smoothie bowls, snacks, and even dessert, every recipe here is simple to make, packed with plant-based goodness, and full of flavor.
Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, an easy dinner, or a make-ahead meal for the week, these dishes prove that delicious doesn’t have to mean complicated—or cooked.
I love to cook, but when things are hectic, there’s nothing like a fast no-cook meal. I especially love having a few of these dishes in the fridge, ready to serve, for fast, on-the-go meal prep!
Fresh and Flavorful Salads
Here’s proof that salads don’t have to be boring! I love that these recipes are bursting with veggies, hearty grains, and flavorful dressings that make every bite satisfying. They’re quick to assemble, endlessly customizable, and perfect for lunch or dinner.
Vegan Couscous Salad
Enjoy this delicious vegan couscous salad made with fresh vegetables and herbs. This colorful, healthy salad makes a great side for any meal!
Vegan Caprese Salad
Vegan Caprese Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish. Imagine layers of marinated tofu with tomatoes, fresh basil and a sweet balsamic glaze.
Tahini Kale Salad With Avocado
This easy kale salad recipe is a nutritious dish to serve at your next plant-based party. It’s so tasty, no one will know it’s healthy, too!
Vegan Wedge Salad
This vegan wedge salad is bursting with fresh and flavorful ingredients like smoked apple bits, tomatoes, and a vegan blue cheese dressing.
Vegan Caesar Salad
You’ll love that this crowd-pleasing Vegan Caesar Salad recipe has an authentic taste and creamy texture, but is made without raw eggs or sardines! It’s a delicious side or main meal salad, served with croutons and your favorite toppings.
Easy Cauliflower Salad
This easy Cauliflower Salad recipe is a low-carb favorite that includes a lemon vinaigrette drizzled over the top. It’s a healthy side dish!
Wraps, Sandwiches, and More
Fast, flavorful, and totally satisfying, these handheld meals make eating on the go a breeze. I love preparing them with fresh veggies, creamy spreads, and hearty plant proteins. That makes them so easy to make for quick lunches, picnics, or lazy summer dinners.
Vegan BLT Sandwich
This easy Vegan BLT is bursting with fresh flavor! Made with crispy vegan bacon, avocados, and juicy tomatoes, it’s the perfect sandwich.
Vegan Spring Rolls
Eat the Rainbow with these Vegan Spring Rolls made healthy with your favorite veggies. Serve it with a tasty vegan peanut sauce.
Cauliflower Rice Sushi Rolls
You’ll love this easy Cauliflower Rice Sushi. Step-by-step photos make it easy to make this keto-friendly sushi, served with peanut sauce.
Vegan Egg Salad
You’re gonna love this Best Ever Simple Vegan Egg Salad recipe that’s low carb, healthy, and delicious. Use it to make sandwiches, add to salads, and more!
Smoothies
Cool, creamy, and bursting with color, I love that smoothies are like eating dessert for breakfast—only healthier! Load them up with fruit, nuts, seeds, and granola for a no-cook meal that’s as nourishing as it is beautiful.
Vanilla Smoothie Bowl
Start today with this delicious vanilla smoothie bowl recipe! Made with simple ingredients, it’s a yummy way to indulge in a tasty breakfast.
Purple Smoothie Bowl
Add a burst of energy and nutrition to your day with the power of a purple smoothie bowl! Make this delicious, healthy smoothie in minutes.
Strawberry Matcha Smoothie
This nutritious strawberry matcha smoothie is a delicious and healthy way to start your day. You can also enjoy it as a mid-day pick-me-up.
Piña Colada Smoothie
This Piña Colada Smoothie is a creamy dessert, healthy snack, or delicious breakfast. You’ll love every drop of this easy, creamy smoothie.
Plant-Based Snacks and Dips
Snack time just got a whole lot more exciting! These vegan dips and snack boards are easy to throw together, perfect for sharing, and brimming with fresh, wholesome ingredients. Great for appetizers, light lunches, or anytime munching.
Vegan Pimento Cheese
Creamy, flavorful Vegan Pimento Cheese made with plant-based ingredients! Perfect as a dip, spread, or topping for sandwiches and snacks.
Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce
Experience this refreshingly easy Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce. This sauce is perfect for elevating any dish with its creamy, zesty flavor!
Green Hummus
It’s time for a spinach-infused Green Monster Hummus. Bright green goodness served on crackers, chips, or on a sandwich!
Black Bean Dip
Make this Black Bean Dip recipe with fresh ingredients and serve it warm or cold with tortilla chips. It’s a flavorful dip to serve any time!
Vegan Ranch Dip
This easy vegan ranch dip is a creamy dip that’s perfect to serve with chopped veggies, chips, cauliflower wings, and even baked potatoes.
Smoky Hummus
Chow down with this smoky hummus made with only 10 ingredients. It’s perfect for snacking with crackers, chips, or pita bread slices!
Quick Protein-Packed Mains
Need something filling without firing up the stove? These no-cook mains deliver plenty of plant-based protein to keep you energized. Think marinated tofu, bean-based dishes, and inventive zoodle bowls ready in minutes.
Vegan Tuna Salad
This vegan tuna salad is perfect on sandwiches, salads, and even soft tacos! It uses the best flavors, making a perfect plant-based spread.
Tofu Feta
This tofu feta transforms tofu into tangy cubes of deliciousness. This plant-based recipe is ready within hours, and is perfect on salads.
Pad Thai Zucchini Noodles
Spicy Pad Thai Zucchini Noodles are drizzled in a spicy, tangy sauce and topped with chopped peanuts. Zoodles are healthy and easy to make.
Desserts Without the Oven
Sweet cravings meet summertime ease in these no-bake vegan treats. From creamy chia puddings to frozen fruit delights, you’ll find desserts that are cool, refreshing, and irresistibly simple to make.
Vanilla Bliss Balls
These healthy vanilla bliss balls are so easy to make – they’re ready in minutes! It’s the perfect snack for busy days or after a workout.
Cherry Nice Cream
Make this creamy 4-ingredient cherry nice cream with this easy recipe. No ice cream machine needed! Enjoy this delicious treat in minutes!
Vegan Chunky Monkey Ice Cream
Indulge in this yummy vegan chunky monkey ice cream! Perfect for summer, this creamy treat with a nutty flavor will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Vegan Raw Cheesecake
This vegan raw cheesecake features a rich, nutty crust topped with a creamy, tangy cheesecake filling and a colorful blueberry topping.
Coconut Whipped Cream
Make some creamy Coconut Whipped Cream and serve it with fresh fruit, on chocolate pudding, and more! It’s a vegan, paleo, and keto dessert!
Chocolate Chia Pudding
This vegan chocolate chia pudding is a rich, chocolatey, and creamy dessert. While it tantalizes your sweet tooth, it’s also super healthy!
About the Author
Hi! I’m Marly McMillen. I’m the founding editor, author, recipe developer, vegan home chef, and food stylist behind Namely Marly. I’m so grateful to you and every member of my audience for your support and dedication. More about Namely Marly ›
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