23 Plant-Based Protein Recipes If You're Cutting Back On Meat

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Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Start the day off right with this quinoa porridge P.S.: It actually tastes more like dessert than breakfast . Get the recipe.

Maria Ushakova Via mariaushakova.com

Flourless Chickpea Peanut Butter Pancakes

Thanks to peanut butter, almond milk, vanilla, and maple syrup, you'd have no idea you're eating chickpeas for breakfast. Get the recipe.

The Almond Eater Via thealmondeater.com

Spicy Tofu Scramble

Trying to avoid eggs? This tofu scramble is the perfect breakfast addition to a vegan diet. Get the recipe.

Lazy Cat Kitchen Via lazycatkitchen.com

Edamame Black Bean Burgers

Dress up this bean burger with anything from avocado and spicy mayo to sun-dried tomatoes and arugula. Get the recipe.

This Savoy Vegan Via thissavoryvegan.com

Crispy Buffalo Tofu Bites with Garlicky Yogurt and Feta Dip

Make these as a party appetizer...or just for yourself. Get the recipe.

Killing Thyme Via killingthyme.net

Quinoa Fried Rice

Everyone's favorite Chinese dish gets a better-for-you twist. Swap rice for quinoa and load it with your favorite stir-fry veggies. Get the recipe.

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Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Stew

The majority of this recipe can be made with ingredients you probably have sitting in your pantry and spice cabinet — like canned chickpeas and tomatoes, cayenne, paprika, and chili powder. Get the recipe.

Lazy Cat Kitchen Via lazycatkitchen.com

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Crispy Goat Cheese

If you need proof that vegetarian meals can still feel totally decadent, look no further. Get the recipe.

A Beautiful Plate Via abeautifulplate.com

Ginger and Lemongrass Thai Soup with Crispy Tofu

Lemongrass, ginger, coconut milk, sesame oil, and soy sauce make this soup the perfect mix of sweet and tangy. Get the recipe.

Sobremesa Blog Via sobremesa-blog.com

Kale, Edamame, and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Loaded with edamame, quinoa, and avocado, this salad will fill you up and make you feel good. Get the recipe.

Ambitious Kitchen Via ambitiouskitchen.com

Spicy Eggplant, Chickpea, and Chard Shakshuka

Whip up this skillet recipe for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. If you're trying to avoid dairy, just skip the crumbled feta. Get the recipe.

The Roasted Root Via theroastedroot.net

Baked General Tso Tofu

Marinated in soy sauce, maple syrup, and a little cornstarch, this tofu gets super crispy without any deep-frying. Get the recipe.

Omnivore's Cookbook Via omnivorescookbook.com

Creamy French Lentils with Mushrooms and Kale

The key to this recipe is the creamy sauce made with mixed mushrooms, garlic, thyme, white wine, coconut milk, and and tamari.

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The First Mess Via thefirstmess.com

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito Bowls

You can substitute your favorite grain for the rice in these versatile burrito bowls. Get the recipe.

Chelsea's Messy Apron Via chelseasmessyapron.com

Yummy Mummy Kitchen Via yummymummykitchen.com

Spicy Black Bean Soup

Loaded with beans and veggies, this hearty soup will warm you up from the inside out. Get the recipe.

Cookie and Kate Via cookieandkate.com

Minimalist Baker Via minimalistbaker.com

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