30 Whole30 Recipes That Are Also Vegan & Vegetarian (2024)

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Roasted Cauliflower & Butternut Squash Tacos Asparagus, Kale & Lemon Risotto Roasted Butternut Squash, Broccoli & Kale Salad with Roasted Garlic Dressing Celeriac Risotto with Butternut Squash & Kale Greek “Couscous” Salad Pesto & Roasted Tomato Stuffed Mushrooms Herby Couscous Stuffed Eggplant Rolls Butternut Squash Pasta with Alfredo Sauce BBQ Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri Butternut Squash Noodles with Tahini Lemon Sauce Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein Butternut Squash Ravioli with Kale Pesto Roasted Cauliflower, Date & Red Onion Salad Kung Pao Cauliflower Green Bean & Roasted Fennel Salad Asian Grilled Eggplant Caramelized Fennel, Leek & Onion Gratin Creamy (or not) Tomato Soup Thai Curry Noodle Soup Cream of Mushroom Soup Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Walnut Arugula Pesto Creamy Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Noodles The Best Cauliflower Mash Mexican Cauliflower Rice Eggplant Caponata Thai Butternut Squash Soup Asian Broccoli Salad Roasted Cauliflower & Garlic Soup Baba Ganoush Cauliflower Mac & Cheese Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Black Sesame Yogurt Sauce Thai Watermelon Salad Spicy Asian Green Beans Here are a few more Whole30 Resources you might enjoy: FAQs

One of the most common requests I get is for recipes that are both Whole30 and Vegetarian or Vegan, so I put together a list of 30 dishes that are all packed with flavour and great for lunch, dinner or as snacks while doing a Whole30. All of the recipes are not only Whole30 and Vegan, but also Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Paleo and SCD Legal. The recipes are from this site as well as some of my other favourite healthy food blogs.

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Roasted Cauliflower & Butternut Squash Tacos

You can find the recipe for this Roasted Cauliflower & Butternut Squash Tacos here on Every Last Bite(Vegan, Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Asparagus, Kale & Lemon Risotto

You can find the recipe for this Asparagus, Kale & Lemon Risottohere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Roasted Butternut Squash, Broccoli & Kale Salad with Roasted Garlic Dressing

You can find the recipe for this Roasted Butternut Squash, Broccoli & Kale Salad with Roasted Garlic Dressing here on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Celeriac Risotto with Butternut Squash & Kale

You can find the recipe for this Celery Root Risotto with ButternutSquash and Kalehere on Every Last Biteto make the recipe Vegan skip the pancetta(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Greek “Couscous” Salad

You can find the recipe for this Greek “Couscous” Salad here on Every Last Bite to make the recipe Vegan skip the pancetta(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Pesto & Roasted Tomato Stuffed Mushrooms

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You can find the recipe for these Pesto & RoastedTomato Stuffed Mushroomshere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Herby Couscous Stuffed Eggplant Rolls

You can find the recipe for these Herby Couscous Stuffed Eggplant Rollshere on Every Last Bite (Vegan, Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Butternut Squash Pasta with Alfredo Sauce

You can find the recipe for this ButternutSquash Pasta with 3 Ingredient Alfredohere on Every Last Bite to make the recipe Vegan skip the pancetta(Vegan, Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

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BBQ Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri

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You can find the recipe for this BBQ Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurrihere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Butternut Squash Noodles with Tahini Lemon Sauce

You can find the recipe for this Butternut Squash Noodles with Tahini Lemon Saucehere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein

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You can find the recipe for this Spaghetti Squash Chow Meinhere on Every Last Biteto make the recipe Vegan swap the chicken for shiitake mushrooms(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Butternut Squash Ravioli with Kale Pesto

You can find the recipe for this Butternut Squash Ravioli with Kale Pesto here on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Roasted Cauliflower, Date & Red Onion Salad

You can find the recipe for this Roasted Cauliflower, Date & Red Onion Saladhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Kung Pao Cauliflower

You can find the recipe for this Kung Pao Cauliflower here on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Green Bean & Roasted Fennel Salad

You can find the recipe for this Green Bean & Roasted Fennel Saladhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Asian Grilled Eggplant

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You can find the recipe for this Asian Grilled Eggplanthere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Caramelized Fennel, Leek & Onion Gratin

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Vegetable broth-slow cooker recipe

You can find the recipe for this Caramelized Leek, Fennel & Onion Gratinhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Creamy (or not) Tomato Soup

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You can find the recipe for this Creamy (or not) Tomato Souphere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Thai Curry Noodle Soup

You can find the recipe for this Thai Curry Noodle Souphere on Every Last Bite to make the recipe Vegan swap the chicken for mushrooms(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Cream of Mushroom Soup

You can find the recipe for this Cream of Mushroom Souphere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Walnut Arugula Pesto

You can find the recipe for this Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Walnut Arugula Pestohere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Creamy Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Noodles

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You can find the recipe for this Creamy Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Noodleshere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

The Best Cauliflower Mash

You can find the recipe for this Cauliflower Mashhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Mexican Cauliflower Rice

You can find the recipe for this Mexican Cauliflower Ricehere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Eggplant Caponata

You can find the recipe for this Eggplant Caponatahere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Thai Butternut Squash Soup

You can find the recipe for this Thai Butternut Squash Souphere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Asian Broccoli Salad

You can find the recipe for this Asian Broccoli Saladhere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Roasted Cauliflower & Garlic Soup

You can find the recipe for this Roasted Cauliflower & Garlic Souphere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Baba Ganoush

You can find the recipe for this Baba Ganoushhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

You can find the recipe for this Cauliflower Mac & Cheesehere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Black Sesame Yogurt Sauce

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You can find the recipe for this Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Black Sesame Yogurt Saucehere on Strength & Sunshine(Vegan, Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Thai Watermelon Salad

You can find the recipe for this Thai Watermelon Saladhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Spicy Asian Green Beans

You can find the recipe for this Spicy Asian Green Beanshere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Here are a few more Whole30 Resources you might enjoy:

  • Top 30 Whole30 Dinner Recipes
  • Top 30 Whole30 Breakfasts
  • Top 30 Whole30 Side Dishes
  • Top 30 Whole30 Salad Recipes

If you make any of these recipes let me know in the comment section below, I would love to hear what you think or take a photo and tag me (@everylastbite_) on Instagram, I love seeing your photos!

30 Whole30 Recipes That Are Also Vegan & Vegetarian (2024)

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Can I do Whole30 as a vegan? ›

Since the origins of the Whole30 in 2009, one question has come up more than any other: “Can I do the Whole30 as a vegetarian or vegan?” In the past, the answer to this question was a bit complex. Today, the answer is easy–a resounding YES, thanks to our new Plant-Based Whole30 program.

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Can you eat tofu on plant-based Whole30? ›

Is soy allowed on Whole30? Soy is not allowed on the regular Whole30, but minimally processed forms of soy are allowed on the Plant-Based Whole30 – like tofu, tempeh, natto, and miso. Soy sauce and tamari are not allowed.

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What are the benefits of plant-based Whole30? ›

Plant-Based Whole30® benefits

Resetting eating habits: The program encourages mindful and intentional eating, which may result in long-term improvements in eating habits. Improved energy: Adopting more nutrient-rich foods, such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and seeds, may increase and support energy levels.

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Is Daily Harvest Whole30 approved? ›

Our Plant-based Whole30® Meal Plan has you (and most of the prep work) covered. This exclusive collaboration includes a Plant-Based Whole30® Meal Plan with 14 Daily Harvest items, and a 5-day menu curated by dietitians from Whole30 and Daily Harvest, so you can trust that what you're getting is vetted and approved.

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Can you have peanut butter on Whole30? ›

Though peanuts and peanut butter aren't allowed on the Whole30 program, other nuts and nut butters are. Cashew butter is loaded with nutrients like healthy fats, magnesium, manganese, and copper. Its smooth, sweet taste pairs well with apples ( 1 ).

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Is almond milk allowed on Whole30? ›

It's got only four ingredients: water, organic almonds, organic acacia gum, and sea salt. You've seen this in literally every grocery store, and now you know: Yes, you can drink it while doing Whole30. Silk's unsweetened vanilla carton is fair game, too.

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What is a Whole30 substitute for butter? ›

Ghee, a type of clarified butter that has roots in South Asian cooking, is also Whole30-approved for the same reason. The difference between ghee and clarified butter basically comes down to cooking time, and the longer cooking time of ghee causes this type of clarified butter to have a sweeter taste.

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Can you eat hummus on Whole30? ›

Traditional hummus is made from garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas), which are a legume and Plant-Based Whole30 compatible. Just read your labels to make sure your hummus doesn't contain dairy or other ingredients that aren't a fit for the Plant-Based Whole30.

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Are potatoes allowed on Whole30? ›

Yes, you can eat potatoes of all colors under the new Whole30 guidelines, white varieties included. Mash 'em up, roast them, or throw them in the skillet to enjoy. Just don't eat them commercially deep-fried or in packaged chip form to stay Whole30-compliant.

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What are the cons of the Whole30 diet? ›

The cons of Whole30: Very restrictive, which may make eating out or socializing difficult. May be difficult to get adequate calcium for bone health.

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What does Whole30 do to your body? ›

The most commonly reported benefits include: Reduced sugar cravings. Better digestion. Improved energy.

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Does Whole30 improve gut health? ›

Many Whole30'ers report improved digestion, regular bowel movements, and less bloating as their favorite non-scale victories.

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Why is Daily Harvest being sued? ›

Days after meal-kit service Daily Harvest announced the voluntary recall of one of its products, the company has been hit with two lawsuits from individuals who said they had their gallbladders removed after consuming it.

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Is monk fruit Whole30 approved? ›

Per the official program rules, you must eliminate all of the following for 30 days, no exceptions: Added sugar, real or artificial. This includes (but is not limited to) maple syrup, honey, agave nectar, coconut sugar, date syrup, stevia, monk fruit, Splenda, Equal, Nutrasweet, and xylitol.

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Are bananas Whole30 approved? ›

Yes, both pickles and bananas are allowed on Whole30. Yet if they are a potential trigger food for you (for instance, the sweetness of bananas sets off a craving for other treats or makes you want to binge on the fruit), then you may consider including them on your “don't eat” list.

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Is vegan cheese allowed on Whole30? ›

Almond-based “ricotta” or “cream cheese,” cashew-based “queso” dips, and nut-based Alfredo sauces can be part of your Plant-Based Whole30 elimination, as long as their ingredients are compatible.

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Can you have any dairy on Whole30? ›

On the Whole30 diet, you can't have: dairy (say good-bye to cheese), legumes (so no beans, pea, chickpeas, lentils peanuts or peanut butter, soy sauce, tofu, and anything else soy-related), grains (wheat, corn, rice, oats, barley, and even gluten-free grains like quinoa, buckwheat, and amaranth), added sugars (from ...

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Can you have plant-based protein powder on Whole30? ›

We have several Whole30 Approved partners with products that fit the Plant-Based Whole30, including Sprout Living Simple Protein and Nutiva Organic Hemp Seed Protein. There are other compatible options from brands such as Complement (a mix of almond, chia, pumpkin, sunflower, and pea protein) and NOW Foods pea protein.

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Can you go partially vegan? ›

Generally, a 'part-time' vegan is a predominately plant-based diet, but with allowances for certain events or occasions to eat animal-based products. The label 'part-time vegan' refers to dietary rather than lifestyle changes, and works interchangeably with the more commonly known 'flexitarian' descriptor.

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