35 Vegan Meal Prep Ideas

These vegan meal prep ideas make it easy to fill up on plants! Discover our best make-ahead recipes for plant-based breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

If you want to eat more plants in 2026, these vegan meal prep ideas are for you! They include our best grab-and-go breakfasts, grab-and-go lunches, and make-ahead dinners—all healthy, delicious, and completely plant-based.

After weeks of holiday treats, I always start the month of January with a desire to eat fresh and well-being. The easiest way to make sure I’m actually eating the nourishing meals I crave is to meal prep. That way, when we’re late for school or I’m bogged down with work, I’m not tempted to skip a meal or order takeout. I have a healthy option ready to go!

These vegan meal prep ideas are the recipes I turn to the most. They range from overnight oats to vibrant breakfast bowls to freezer-friendly stews and soups. Don’t want to prepare a full meal? I’ve also included some vegan sauces that you can keep on hand to liven up quick lunches and dinners. Happy cooking!

Vegan Meal Prep Ideas for Breakfast

Overnight Oatmeal

Evening oatmeal is one of my favorite breakfasts! They are easy to prepare, perfect to take on the go and rich in fiber. Don’t skip the toppings: find four fun variations of the recipe!

Baked Oatmeal

This blueberry oatmeal pastry reheats perfectly. I love cooking it on the weekends and reheating slices for breakfast during the week!

Chia seed pudding

Chia seeds fill this plant-based pudding with fiber and healthy fats. Topped with fruit, nut butter, or even chocolate chips, it’s a fun and filling meal prep breakfast.

Vegan Breakfast Burritos

These easy-to-freeze burritos are stuffed with black beans, pickled onions, fresh veggies, and a tasty tofu scramble. Serve with your favorite salsa for a protein-packed vegan breakfast!

Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

These soft cookies are gluten-free and vegan. Made with almond flour and oat flour, they freeze perfectly so are a great make-ahead breakfast.

Vegan Lemon Muffins

I love keeping a stash of these vegan lemon chia muffins in my freezer. When I need a quick breakfast, I pop one in the microwave to defrost!

Homemade granola

This vegan granola is crunchy, warmly spiced and packed with nutty clusters, thanks to a secret scoop of almond butter. Enjoy it for breakfast with vegetable milk or yogurt and fresh fruit!

Vegan Soup and Curry Meal Prep Ideas

Vegan broccoli soup

This plant-based version of broccoli and cheddar soup is just as creamy and comforting as the classic. With over 360 5-star reviews, it’s a reader favorite!

Easy Coconut Curry

This fragrant vegetable curry keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and freezes well for months. I actually prefer leftovers: the flavors get better as you go!

Red lentil soup

Looking for protein-rich vegan meal prep ideas? You can’t beat this soup! Red lentils add lots of plant-based protein and give it an amazing creamy texture.

Chana Masala

A few cans of chickpeas, canned tomatoes, and spices are practically enough to make this pantry-friendly curry. Make it for dinner on a weeknight and save the leftovers for lunch the next day. They reheat perfectly!

Vegetarian chili

When I make this smoky and spicy vegan chili, I almost always double it. I love freezing leftovers for a high fiber and protein meal later!

Best lentil soup

This lentil soup is one of my favorite vegan meal prep recipes to make on winter weekends. Filled with earthy lentils and fresh vegetables, it’s cozy and nourishing: the perfect lunch to eat all week long.

Noodle and grain bowls

Best Buddha Bowl

This hearty bowl of cereal keeps well for 4 days in the refrigerator, so it’s a great lunch for plant-based meal prep. Feel free to customize it: use quinoa instead of brown rice or replace the roasted sweet potatoes with another vegetable!

Sesame Soba Noodles

These cold sesame noodles are one of my favorite recipes for making lunch or an easy weeknight dinner. I often add baked tofu for extra protein.

Sushi Bowl

This refreshing recipe looks like vegetarian sushi in rice bowl form! Assemble everything in advance – just wait to add the avocado until right before eating.

Peanut noodles

You can prepare your meals with these delicious noodles in less than 30 minutes! Drizzled with a creamy peanut sauce, they make a crave-worthy lunch or dinner.

Burrito bowl

This homemade burrito bowl is even better than Chipotle! Homemade tofu sofritas fill it with tasty vegan protein.

Kimchi Brown Rice Bliss Bowls

If you’re vegan or want to eat more vegan meals, tempeh is on your radar! This plant-based protein source is firm, nutty, and so satisfying. I combine it with kimchi, avocado, crunchy vegetables and peanut sauce in these mouth-watering rice bowls.

Salads and sandwiches

Kale salad

Go ahead and dress up this salad colorfully when you make it. Filled with crunchy root vegetables and rustic kale, it keeps well for several days in the refrigerator.

Chickpea salad

I think this salad tastes good better prepared meal rather than fresh! The chickpeas soak up the bright lemon vinaigrette as it sits in the fridge.

Vegan Egg Salad

Tofu replaces hard-boiled eggs in this plant-based egg salad. I love it on a pickled onion and greens sandwich!

Healthy Taco Salad

Make this Southwestern-inspired salad a day or two in advance, but wait to add the cilantro-lime vinaigrette, avocado, and crispy tortilla strips until you’re eating.

Kale Caesar Salad

Kale, crispy roasted chickpeas, and avocado make this salad a complete meal. Make it vegan by skipping the cheese and drizzling it with my creamy vegan Caesar dressing.

Chickpea salad sandwiches

A plant-based version of tuna salad, this chickpea salad is briny and bright. Make it on the weekend and load it on sandwiches throughout the week.

Freezable Vegan Meal Prep Ideas

Best veggie burger

These meaty mushroom burgers are one of my favorite vegan freezer meals. They defrost well in the microwave or oven.

Vegan burritos

Freezer burritos aren’t just for breakfast! These dinner-worthy dishes are stuffed with Spanish rice, peppers, spinach, and seasoned black beans.

Falafels

I love keeping a stash of this crispy baked falafel in my freezer. I put it in the microwave or deep fryer to reheat before using it on salads and in wraps!

Vegan Enchiladas

Topped with a creamy vegan cheese sauce, these plant-based enchiladas will delight even the biggest cheese lovers! Freeze the whole pan, then let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating in the oven for an easy weeknight dinner.

Vegan Meatballs

I love meal prepping with these tasty black bean and mushroom balls to store in the freezer. It’s a quick and easy way to add vegan protein to a plate of pasta!

Vegan Sauces for Meal Prep

Tahini Sauce

When I haven’t prepared a full lunch or dinner, I rely on a flavorful sauce to make simple meals. This tahini sauce and its variations are the ones I prepare most often. They’re wonderful on salads, sandwiches, bowls, roasted vegetables and more!

Romesco sauce

This Spanish sauce has a delicious sweet, smoky and tangy flavor, thanks to roasted red peppers, smoked paprika and vinegar. Try it on grilled or roasted vegetables or as a sandwich spread!

Carrot and Ginger Dressing

One of my favorite salad dressings for meal prepping! This vibrant sauce is sweet, tangy and refreshing, made with blended carrots, ginger and rice vinegar.

Vegan Ranch Dressing

Made with a blend of cashews and cucumber, this fresh and creamy dressing is perfect for livening up salads and grain bowls. We also love it as a snack with vegetables!

Peanut sauce

Easy to make with simple ingredients like peanut butter and tamari, this sauce is a quick way to add bold flavor to any meal! Try it on noodles, rice bowls, tofu and more.