Almost Vegan

Source: The 30 Most Viral Vegan Recipes of 2016

This recipe is great as a main course or alongside an entree. Garlic, pepper, cumin, and mustard seeds give this recipe a great spice, while coconut balances it out with a delicious creaminess.

Source: Coconut Milk Braised Collard Greens [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

This smooth vegetarian soup is anything but a boring squash puree. Red curry paste, coconut milk, and fresno chile make for a sweet, spicy, and complex combination. The tofu “croutons” create an impressive, extra-special presentation. Opt for extra-firm tofu and make sure to dry it really well before cooking it in a hot skillet: removing the extra moisture ensures that it gets golden brown and crispy, just like a crouton should be. For added heartiness, you could serve the soup with white rice (or, try mixing it in). The soup can be made ahead, frozen in resealable plastic bags, and thawed in the refrigerator overnight or reheated gently over medium heat.

Source: Red Curry Squash Soup With Tofu Croutons

These Swedish veggie meatballs, made with black rice and lentils are so yummy! Serving these with the right sides, like potato mash, red cabbage relish, and plenty of gravy brings out the best of their flavor and texture. They’re a real traditional Swedish treat that’s perfect for dinner.

Source: Swedish Meatballs With Lentils and Black Rice [Vegan]

Crispy, crunchy wonton wrappers are packed with smoky, protein-rich chili made from beans, quinoa, and meat-free crumbles.

Source: Chili Wonton Cups [Vegan]

After braising in the spicy chile sauce, these vegan Seitan Short Ribs will be tender to the point of almost falling apart. Perfectly comforting for any night.

Source: Braised Seitan Short Ribs in Spicy Chili Sauce [Vegan]

These little bites of decadence are rich and chocolatey and colored naturally with puréed beets.

Source: White Chocolate Red Velvet Cake Pops [Vegan]

This warming, hearty stew is inspired by the classic boeuf bourguignon.

Source: Mushroom and Root Vegetable Stew [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

This nourishing broccoli soup is a great cleansing recipe. With only two ingredients plus optional toppings, this soup is done in under 30 minutes.

Source: Broccoli Detox Soup [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

This triple decker carrot cake is super-moist and loaded with carrots, plus the addition of tart Granny Smith apples for more moisture and flavor.

Source: Triple Decker Carrot Cake [Vegan]