Freezer-Friendly Plant-Based Dinner Recipes (2024)

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Freezer-Friendly Plant-Based Dinner Recipes (1)

Do you ever find yourself too tired to cook but still craving a nourishing, homemade meal? Freezer-friendly dinners to the rescue! Simply prepare any of the following meals ahead of time (weekends, days off, holidays, etc.) and then reheat on your busier days.

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The Best Vegan Meatballs

Tender, flavorful, 10-ingredient vegan meatballs made with quinoa and black beans! Infused with fresh herbs, tomato paste, and spices for big flavor. The perfect meatless meatball for pasta, sandwiches, and more!

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Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas

Smoky, hearty vegan enchiladas with black beans, roasted sweet potatoes, and kale! This recipe puts our Easy Red Enchilada Sauce to use. The perfect simple, 9-ingredient meal for Mexican night!

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Kale Falafel Hummus Wraps

Made with kale and chickpeas, these falafel are a healthier take on one of our favorite Middle Eastern dishes. Delicious, satisfying, and only 30 minutes to prepare. Serve on greens or wrapped in chard or pita.

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*Freeze falafel ONLY

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Easy Vegan Falafel (Freezer-Friendly!)

Easy, 10-ingredient vegan falafel made with canned chickpeas to save time, and packed with flavor from parsley, cumin, and garlic. A simple, flavorful approach to restaurant-quality falafel!

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Caramelized Shiitake Mushroom Risotto

Easy-to-make vegan risotto infused with sautéed shallot and caramelized shiitake mushrooms! Hearty, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying.

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Spicy Red Lentil Curry

Insanely delicious, 30-minute red lentil curry! Saucy, hearty, and protein-rich. Perfect over brown rice for a simple, plant-based meal.

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30-Minute Potato Cauliflower Red Lentil Curry

A rich and hearty curry of potato, cauliflower, and red lentil made in just 30 minutes! Hearty, comforting, and incredibly satisfying.

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1-Pot Pumpkin Yellow Curry

Easy, 1-pot Pumpkin Curry with yellow curry paste, coconut milk, fresh vegetables, and pumpkin. A simple yet satisfying plant-based, gluten-free dinner!

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1-Pot Cauliflower Dal Green Curry

Green curry with coconut milk, moong dal, cauliflower, and loads of greens! A hearty, flavorful, 1-pot meal inspired by Indian and Thai cuisines!

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1-Pot Yellow Chickpea Cauliflower Curry

Easy, 1-pot Vibrant Yellow Curry with cauliflower and chickpeas! A 30-minute hearty and satisfying entrée or side perfect over greens, cauliflower rice, or grains!

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1-Pot Golden Curry Lentil Soup

1-pot goodness in the form of curried lentil soup! Rich with flavor, fiber, and protein and incredibly comforting. The perfect 30-minute healthy meal or side!

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Curried Kale, Potato & Lentil Soup (1-Pot!)

Hearty, comforting curry lentil soup with potatoes and kale! Big curry flavor in this 1-pot soup that comes together in less than 45 minutes. The perfect satisfying, healthy, plant-based meal.

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Lazy 1-Pot Vegan Tom Yum Soup

Easy, sweet and sour vegan Tom Yum soup made entirely in 1 pot with ingredients you likely have on hand right now! Weeknight comfort with tons of flavor!

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1-Pot Everyday Lentil Soup

An easy, everyday recipe for lentil soup with potatoes, carrots, kale, and simple herbs and seasonings. The perfect plant-based main or side that requires just 10 ingredients, 1 pot, and about 30 minutes to make.

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Easy 1-Pot Black Bean Soup

Easy-to-make, comforting black bean soup made with simple ingredients in 1 pot! A 30-minute meal or side that’s customizable and incredibly satisfying.

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1-Pot Butternut Squash Quinoa Chili

Incredibly delicious, 1-pot chili with butternut squash, fire-roasted tomatoes, quinoa, and two kinds of beans! Hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make!

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1-Pot Vegan Tortilla Soup

Brothy, vegan tortilla soup made in 1 pot! Shredded jackfruit is infused with garlic, chipotle peppers, vegetable broth, and lime. A hearty side or entrée for Mexican night.

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Hearty Lentil Fesenjān (Pomegranate Walnut Stew)

9-ingredient vegan Fesenjān made with lentils! A hearty stew of toasted walnuts, pomegranate molasses, onion, and spices. A comforting, Persian-inspired, plant-based meal!

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Fire-Roasted Tomato & Mung Bean Soup

Easy, 10-ingredient vegetable soup with fire-roasted tomatoes, tons of vegetables, and detoxifying mung beans! A hearty soup for the colder months that’s entirely vegan and gluten-free!

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1-Pot Vegan Minestrone (Gluten-Free)

Easy, 1-pot vegan and gluten-free Minestrone! Simple, wholesome ingredients, 30 minutes to prepare. SO delicious and perfect for late summer, fall, and winter!

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  1. Hillary says

    How do you recommend re-heating these meals after frozen? Would a slow cooker work? If so, would you suggest thawing first?

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    • Freezer-Friendly Plant-Based Dinner Recipes (22)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Hi Hillary, depending on the recipe you can reheat it in a slow cooker (soups, curries, chilis). You could also use an oven or a microwave for things like falafel or meatballs. Thawing could be helpful, it just depends on how soon you want to eat it.

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  2. Cath says

    What can I use instead of fire roasted tomatoes . I live in Northern Ireland & cannot buy them here ? Would it b ok to substitute with chopped tinned tomatoes ?
    Kindest regards
    Cath

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    • Freezer-Friendly Plant-Based Dinner Recipes (23)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Hi Cath, you can definitely use canned diced tomatoes, just know it might not be quite as flavorful. Should still be delicious! Hope that helps!

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  3. Andrea says

    Is there a way to download all of these recipes? It looks like a book yet I don’t see an easy
    way to create a .pdf, etc.?

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    • Freezer-Friendly Plant-Based Dinner Recipes (24)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Hi Andrea, there was an issue with it before, but you should be able to click the images now to see the recipes! Hope that helps!

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Freezer-Friendly Plant-Based Dinner Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Can you freeze plant-based meals? ›

Cooking healthy vegan meals from scratch every day can seem overwhelming at first. That's where freezer meals can help! You can either double a recipe and freeze half, or you can do some bulk cooking and keep it frozen for another day when you don't feel like cooking.

How long do homemade frozen meals last in the freezer? ›

How Long Do Frozen Recipes Last? Great news, according to the USDA, frozen meals are safe to eat indefinitely. However, after about three months, the quality (i.e. flavor and texture) of food can degrade. Therefore, we recommend eating foods within three months of stashing them in the freezer.

What do I need for freezer meals? ›

What You Need for Freezer Meal Prep
  1. Freezer Bags – the simplest way to store your freezer meals is in a gallon freezer bag. ...
  2. Stasher Bags – if you don't have these reusable bags in your home, they're a must! ...
  3. Meal Prep Containers – I've loved prepping some meals and storing them in these glass containers.
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Can Allplants meals be frozen? ›

All of our meals arrive to your door frozen where they can be stored in the freezer for up to 12 months from the date they are made. You will find the best-before date printed on the individual dish sleeve.

Can you eat frozen vegetables on a plant-based diet? ›

Your focus should be on whole foods such as fresh (or frozen) vegetables and fruit, protein sources that include legumes (lentils, peas, and beans), whole grains, nuts, and seeds. Long-lasting pantry staples include a variety of beans, chickpeas, spinach, coconut milk, tomatoes, olives, and corn.

Is 2 year old frozen chicken still good? ›

If kept frozen continuously, it will be safe indefinitely. Chicken may be frozen in its original packaging or repackaged. If freezing longer than two months, over wrap the porous store plastic packages with airtight heavy-duty foil, plastic wrap or freezer paper, or place the package inside a freezer bag.

Is 4 year old frozen meat safe to eat? ›

What happens to meat that's frozen too long? Food that is stored in a freezer at zero degrees will be safe to eat indefinitely. However, if meat is frozen too long it may lose quality and taste. If you are unsure if meat is still fresh, you can determine this once it has been thawed.

What is the best meat to freeze? ›

Ground meats are the most robust. They've got high moisture, soft texture, and portion with ease. Stew and Braising Cuts (chuck, shank, shoulder, rounds) and other “low and slow” cuts do great but remember to portion these cuts before freezing, you'll need a hacksaw to cut through a chuck roast until fully thawed.

What are the best containers to freeze food in? ›

Rigid containers and flexible bags or wrapping are two general types of packaging materials that are safe for freezing. Rigid containers made of plastic or glass are suitable for all packs and are especially good for liquid packs. Straight sides on rigid containers make the frozen food much easier to remove.

Can rice be frozen? ›

Frozen rice can be kept in the freezer for up to 6 months and still be tasty. After that it loses flavor and dries out but won't be unsafe to eat. An airtight container is your best defense against losing quality so vacuum sealing is great if you have that tool in your kitchen.

What do you fill an empty freezer with? ›

You can use non-food items like newspapers, bags of shipping peanuts and containers filled with water to fill empty spaces in the freezer, contributing to its energy efficiency. To really optimize your freezer's efficiency, defrost and dry it first.

Can plant-based meat be frozen after cooking? ›

Our products are perfectly safe for freezing before and after cooking, giving you great flexibility whether you're preparing meals for the week or just wanting something quick and easy in the freezer.

Can you freeze plant food? ›

Most cooked plant-based foods can be frozen. Any raw fruit or vegetable with a high water content (celery, melons, apples, fresh leafy greens) should be kept out of the freezer unless you're using it for a smoothie. Plant-based dairy substitutes should be kept out of the freezer too, as they're likely to separate.

How long does plant-based food last in the fridge? ›

Storage Tips:

Plant-based meat alternatives typically last unopened in the fridge for about 7 to 10 days; however, this can vary by brand, so always check the expiration date. Once opened or cooked, store leftovers in the fridge and consume them within 2-3 days to reduce the risk of bacterial growth.

Is it safe to freeze plant-based milk? ›

Dairy substitutes like almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, and the likes can be frozen. Just know they tend to get grainier than regular milk when stored in the freezer. If you do end up freezing plant-based milks, use them in smoothies or cook with them.

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