I was over 140 pounds for most of my life.

And for ethical and moral reasons, I couldn’t ever say ‘yes’ to animal-based products.

So, all I was left with were fries, chips, and low-protein, high-calorie vegan food recipes. 

Until I learned more about the 27 vegan recipes I will share with you in this article – that’ll help you lose weight and feel great!

And I PROMISE you – you’ll love the 25th one!

Let me tell you more about them.

1. Strawberry Banana Smoothie

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This smoothie is the definition of a clean, refreshing, energizing start to your morning.

It’s the kind of drink that instantly wakes up your system naturally.

No caffeine. No sugar rush. No crash.

Just pure fruity goodness.

It tastes like a dessert you’d order at a fancy café…

But feels like premium fuel your body thanks you for.

Why I Love It

• Low calorie but surprisingly filling, perfect if you’re cutting weight
• Easy on digestion, so your stomach feels light afterward.
• Loaded with vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants
• Literally takes 2 minutes (great when you’re rushing or lazy)
• Kids, parents, partners, everyone loves it

Ingredients

1. Strawberries (fresh or frozen, frozen makes it creamier)
2. 1 ripe banana
3. 1 cup plant based milk (almond oat soy)
4.  Ice cubes
5. Optional: 1 tsp chia seeds for extra fiber and thickness

Preparation

1. Dump everything into a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and glossy.
3. Pour it into your favorite glass.
4. Drink. Smile. Start your day like a superhero.

2. Vegan Peanut Butter and Raspberry Breakfast Jar

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This is my “I need something fast but satisfying” breakfast.

Creamy peanut butter, tart raspberries, soft oats…

It’s like eating a fancy PB and J, but healthier, prettier, and more energizing.

Perfect for days when you don’t want to cook.

Perfect for meal prepping.

Perfect for staying full till lunch without overeating.

Why I Love It

• High fiber layers keep you full for hours
• Perfect balance of carbs and healthy fats
• Great cold breakfast for hot days
• Meal prep friendly, make 3 jars at once
• Genuinely tastes like dessert

Ingredients

1. Rolled oats
2. Fresh or frozen raspberries
3. Natural peanut butter
4. Chia seeds
5. Plant milk
6. Maple syrup (optional, if you like it sweeter)

Preparation

Layer oats → peanut butter → raspberries → chia seeds → plant milk.

1. Give it a mini swirl if you want a marble look.
2. Refrigerate overnight.
3. Next morning, grab it, take a spoonful…
4. Magic.

3. Super Spinach Banana Smoothie

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This is the smoothie that converted me into a spinach fan.

If you think green smoothies are grassy, bitter, or weird…

Try this one once, the banana completely hides the spinach taste.

It’s sweet.

It’s fresh.

It’s creamy.

It’s the easiest way to start your day with greens without thinking too hard.

Why I Love It

• Loaded with iron and potassium
• Helps digestion and keeps your stomach light
• A sneaky way to increase your daily greens intake
• Amazing pre workout drink, stable energy, no slump
• Cheap, simple, foolproof

Ingredients

1. A handful of fresh spinach
2. 1 banana
3. 1 cup almond or oat milk
4. 1 scoop vegan protein (optional but great for fat loss)
5. A few ice cubes

Preparation

1. Blend it until it turns bright green and silky.
2. Don’t sip it slowly, chug it like you’re absorbing nutrients at 2x speed.

4. Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats

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This is honestly one of the best overnight oat recipes ever.

It tastes like a creamy blueberry cheesecake but without the dairy, fats, or sugar overload.

It’s cold, comforting, and ridiculously easy to put together.

And because oats digest slowly, it keeps you full for half your day.

Why I Love It

• High in fiber and extremely nutrient dense
• Blueberries equal powerful antioxidants for clean skin and energy
• Satisfies sweet cravings in the healthiest possible way
• Perfect for busy mornings, no cooking needed

Ingredients

1. Rolled oats
2. Fresh or frozen blueberries
3. Vegan yogurt
4. Maple syrup
5. Vanilla extract
6. Chia seeds

Preparation

1. Combine everything in a jar and mix well.
2. Refrigerate overnight.
3. When you wake up, stir it once.
4. Creamy. Sweet. Comforting.
5. Breakfast is served.

5. Avocado White Bean Toast

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This toast is the perfect example of how simple ingredients can create something ridiculously tasty.

White beans add creaminess and protein.

Avocado adds healthy fats and flavor.

Together they make a dense, filling, low effort breakfast or lunch.

Why I Love It

• Way higher in protein than regular avocado toast
• Healthy fats keep you full for a long time
• Takes 3 to 5 minutes to make
• Perfect for those moments when you want something savory but clean

Ingredients

1. Whole grain bread
2. Avocado
3. White beans (cannellini or navy beans)
4. Lemon juice
5. Salt and pepper
6. Optional: chili flakes or smoked paprika

Preparation

1. Mash beans and avocado in a bowl until creamy.
2. Spread over toasted whole grain bread.
3. Squeeze lemon. Season it.
4. Bite into it like the king you are.

6. Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

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If you want a meal that feels like a Greek vacation but still helps with weight loss, this is it.

It’s crunchy, refreshing, colorful, and full of bright Mediterranean flavors.

Quinoa plus veggies plus herbs equals clean energy without bloating.

Why I Love It

• Quinoa is a complete protein, rare in vegan foods
• Loaded with veggies for fiber and micronutrients
• Lemon and herbs bring a fresh, bright, addictive flavor
• Fills you up without heaviness or sleepiness

Ingredients

1. Cooked quinoa
2. Cherry tomatoes
3. Cucumber
4. Olives
5. Red onion
6. Olive oil
7. Lemon juice
8. Parsley

Preparation

1. Mix everything in a big bowl.
2. Give it a good toss.
3. Let it sit in the fridge for 15 minutes so the flavors combine.
4. Eat it cold, trust me, it tastes better that way.

7. Vegan Buddha Bowl with Almond Avocado Dressing

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This is the weight loss power bowl.

It’s balanced, satisfying, and nutrient packed.

Carbs plus protein plus healthy fats plus fresh vegetables equals the perfect formula.

But the real star

That creamy almond avocado dressing.

It takes the whole bowl to another level.

Why I Love It

• Complete macro balanced meal
• High in protein thanks to chickpeas or tofu
• Dressing is insanely good, rich but still healthy
• Perfect post workout or midday energy boost

Ingredients

For the bowl:

1. Brown rice or quinoa
2. Chickpeas or tofu
3. Greens (lettuce, spinach, kale)
4. Carrots
5. Avocado

For the dressing:

1. Almond butter
2. Lemon juice
3. Garlic
4. Water to thin

Preparation

1. Build your bowl with rice or quinoa, then protein, then veggies.
2. Blend dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.
3. Drizzle generously over the bowl.
4. Eat it slowly.
5. Feel the clean, steady energy hit your system within minutes.

Here’s a conclusion that matches the tone, style, and rhythm of the post perfectly:

My Final “Boring” Tips

Eating clean as a vegan doesn’t have to feel restrictive or boring.

It doesn’t have to be salads all day or meals that leave you hungry an hour later.

These seven recipes prove that you can eat foods that taste amazing, keep you full for hours, support your weight loss goals, and still feel light, energized, and in control of your day.

If you want to lose weight without starving yourself…

If you want meals that take minutes, not hours…

If you want food that makes your body feel good instead of sluggish…

Start with these.

Rotate them through your week.

Keep it simple. Keep it enjoyable. Keep it clean.

And trust me on this

Your energy, cravings, skin, mood, and confidence will all thank you.

If you want a calorie and macro guide for each recipe or a downloadable PDF version of this entire post, I can make that for you too.