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55+ Easy Vegan Broccoli Recipes (Actually Delicious!)

Looking for some easy vegan broccoli recipes that are actually delicious and not just healthy? This roundup is for you then! 55+ yummy soup, casserole, salad, pasta and more dishes that will make you a broccoli fan (if you weren’t one already).

 

Health Benefits of Broccoli

Broccoli is a super nutrient-dense vegetable with vitamins C and K, folate, and antioxidants, all of which support overall health. Each serving is low calorie, high in fiber, and exceptionally delicious whether you stir fry, roast, steam, or grill it.

 

Vegan Broccoli Recipes

For more vegan recipes for fall/winter, check out our fall recipes, cabbage, cauliflower, swiss chard, spinach and kale recipe roundups.

Soups

1. Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup

vegan broccoli recipes
Photo: Nora Cooks

You won’t believe there is no dairy in this thick and cheesy broccoli cheddar soup! You’ll want to dunk some whole-grain bread into it.

 

2. Creamy Broccoli and Red Lentil Soup

Creamy Broccoli and Red Lentil Soup
Photo: Simple Veganista

Creamy broccoli soup gets a protein boost with red lentils. Less than 10 ingredients are all it takes.

 

3. Broccoli & Potato Curry

Broccoli & Potato Curry
Photo: A Saucy Kitchen

Here’s a one-pot vegan curry that is easy on your wallet using broccoli and potatoes. Serve with simple steamed rice.

 

4. Curried Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup

Curried Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup
Photo: Salted Plains

Can’t decide whether to cook up some cauliflower or broccoli? Do both and make this lovely pastel green curried soup.

 

5. Broccoli Mac & Cheese Soup

Broccoli Mac & Cheese Soup
Photo: Okonomi Kitchen

Broccoli mac and cheese soup embraces the definition of comfort food. I mean really – soup and mac and cheese? Yup.

 

6. Peanut Butter Curry

Peanut Butter Curry
Photo: Skinny Spatula

Here is a complexly flavored curry that only takes 35 minutes. Broccoli and chickpeas are combined in a silky peanut butter sauce.

 

Salad

7. Crunchy Broccoli Salad

Crunchy Broccoli Salad
Photo: Simply CeeCee

Need a fresh summer salad idea? Try this broccoli salad that is both savory and sweet with the addition of fruit and seeds.

 

8. Curried Broccoli Salad

Curried Broccoli Salad
Photo: Ambitious Kitchen

Vegan broccoli chickpea salad is crisp and bright. It is dressed with tahini and curry. This is a bowl of protein and fiber.

 

9. Thai Broccoli Salad with Ginger Peanut Dressing

Thai Broccoli Salad with Ginger Peanut Dressing
Photo: Ambitious Kitchen

It’s all about color and antioxidants in this Thai-inspired chopped salad. It’s all tossed in a peanut ginger dressing.

 

10. Roasted Broccoli Orzo Salad

Roasted Broccoli Orzo Salad
Photo: Munch Meals by Janet

This is a make-ahead pasta salad that benefits from being in the fridge for a few hours. Slippery orzo is combined with roasted broccoli in a clean vinaigrette.

 

11. Green Goddess Pasta Salad

Green Goddess Pasta Salad
Photo: Crotter Crunch

Cole slaw and potato salad are going to take a back seat to this vibrant green goddess pasta salad at your next BBQ.

 

12. Raw Broccoli Salad

Raw Broccoli Salad
Photo: The New Baguette

You only need broccoli, red onion, kalamata olives, toasted almonds, and a light vinaigrette to pull this raw salad together.

 

Casseroles & Risotto

13. Baked Broccoli Mac and Cheese

Baked Broccoli Mac and Cheese
Photo: Cozy Peach Kitchen

Mac and cheese gets a healthy update with homemade vegan cheese, broccoli, and chickpeas. No dairy and a good dose of protein!

 

14. Broccoli and Mushroom Casserole

Broccoli and Mushroom Casserole
Photo: Veggie Society

Want to put a healthy spin on a classic green bean casserole this holiday season? Broccoli and mushrooms in a cashew cream with fried onions are just the ticket.

 

15. Potato and Broccoli Casserole

Potato and Broccoli Casserole
Photo: I Love Vegan

This casserole has layers of thinly sliced potatoes and broccoli florets lounging in a warm bechamel sauce. Mmmm.

 

16. Broccoli Rice Casserole

Broccoli Rice Casserole
Photo: Healthier Steps

Anything with rice has my name on it. A simple cheesy brown rice and broccoli casserole would be a home run at the dinner table.

 

17. Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa White Bean Bake

Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa White Bean Bake
Photo: Upbeet Kitchen

Want your kids to eat some veggies and protein? This quinoa bake with broccoli and white beans is creamy and cheesy.

 

18. Creamy Vegan Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Creamy Vegan Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
Photo: Thank You Berry Much

Veggies and rice aren’t just for stir-fry dishes. You can have it all in a one-dish baked rice casserole with vegan chicken and broccoli.

 

19. Broccoli Cheddar Biscuit Pot Pies

Broccoli Cheddar Biscuit Pot Pies
Photo: Eat Figs Not Pigs

Who doesn’t like a homemade pot pie with a flaky biscuit topping? This is the ultimate Southern vegan comfort food.

 

20. Broccoli and Cauliflower Rice Hemp Casserole

Broccoli and Cauliflower Rice Hemp Casserole
Photo: Kara Lydon

Cauliflower rice is all the rage these days because it is a grain-free alternative. This casserole with broccoli and hemp hearts is a healthy side dish.

 

21. Broccoli Cheddar Risotto

Broccoli Cheddar Risotto
Photo: Plant Based Jane

Don’t fear risotto! With some patience, you can make a luxurious broccoli risotto at home that will make an impression.

 

Pasta & Noodles

22. Lemon Basil Broccoli Pasta

Lemon Basil Broccoli Pasta
Photo: Plays Well With Butter

Finally, A pasta prima vera that is 100% dairy-free! You will love this broccoli-filled pasta with a cashew sauce. It is spring in a bowl!

 

23. Peanut Ginger Noodles with Broccoli

Peanut Ginger Noodles with Broccoli
Photo: Munch Meals by Janet

Sesame noodles are beyond addictive. This recipe for ginger and sesame noodles with broccoli is herbaceous and just spicy enough.

 

24. Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Broccoli Pesto Pasta
Photo: This Savory Vegan

Oh, I love this idea! I have made many a pesto but never one with broccoli. It is brilliant to add it to vegan ricotta for pasta sauce.

 

25. Vegan Beef and Broccoli Teriyaki Noodles

Vegan Beef and Broccoli Teriyaki Noodles
Photo: Healthy Little Vittles

Ever had japchae? It is glass noodles with veggies, protein, and a soy-based sauce. This will be your go-to weeknight dinner.

 

26. Cheesy Broccoli Pasta

Cheesy Broccoli Pasta
Photo: A Virtual Vegan

I have never seen a child pass up pasta. Sneak some broccoli and nutritional yeast into fun corkscrew pasta and watch the kids devour it.

 

27. Creamy Broccoli and Shells

Creamy Broccoli and Shells
Photo: This Savory Vegan

Dainty shells have the best little pockets for grabbing sauce. In addition to a garlicky cream sauce and broccoli florets, this one-dish meal is topped with crispy shallots.

 

28. Alfredo with Broccoli

Alfredo with Broccoli
Photo: Show Me The Yummy

Cauliflower alfredo sauce for pasta is pretty creative. But it makes sense because pureed cauli is smooth and almost milky.

 

29. Creamy Mushroom and Broccoli Gnocchi

Creamy Mushroom and Broccoli Gnocchi
Photo: Sincerely Tori

Frozen vegan gnocchi is so easy to pair with broccoli and a creamy sauce after a busy day. In about 45 minutes, dinner is on the table!

 

30. Broccoli and Pepper Ramen Noodles

Broccoli and Pepper Ramen Noodles
Photo: Make It Dairy-Free

Did you eat as much ramen in college as I did? Here is a budget-friendly and quick-to-prepare noodle dish that blows ramen packets away.

 

31. Broccoli and Hummus Pasta

Broccoli and Hummus Pasta
Photo: Make It Dairy-Free

Hummus on pasta? Pair that with broccoli and you have the richest pasta sauce with plant-based protein.

 

Stir Fry

32. Vegan Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Vegan Chinese Beef and Broccoli
Photo: The Foodie Takes Flight

Pre-vegan, beef and broccoli was my favorite Asian take-out dish. You can easily recreate this with tofu or tempeh instead of beef.

 

33. Garlic Broccoli Chickpea Stir Fry

Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry
Photo: Ela Vegan

In under 25 minutes you can have a low-fat, high-protein broccoli stir-fry on the table. This meal will feed many on a budget.

 

34. Sticky Mongolian Tofu and Broccoli

Sticky Mongolian Tofu and Broccoli
Photo: Thank You Berry Much

Get your wok out because we are making Asian-style tofu and broccoli. This stir-fry is salty, savory, sweet, and sticky.

 

35. Peanut Tofu Stir Fry

Peanut Tofu Stir Fry
Photo: Domestic Gothess

Peanut butter is the base for the creamy sauce that coats this broccolini and tofu stir-fry. Serve over rice noodles or bean threads.

 

Side Dishes

36. Roasted Sweet Chili Broccoli

Roasted Broccoli with Sweet Chili Sauce
Photo: The Green Loot

Make dinner easy by roasting broccoli with chili sauce on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Clean-up is a breeze! Enjoy with sticky rice.

 

37. Broccoli Slaw

Broccoli Slaw
Photo: Glue and Glitter

Broccoli slaw is crunchy, pretty, and ridiculously good for you. You will want this at your next cookout.

 

38. Garlic Parm Broccoli Bites

Garlic Parm Broccoli Bites
Photo: Veggie Kins

Broccoli, garlic, nutritional yeast, and breadcrumbs all come together to make broccoli parm bites. This is the ultimate vegan appetizer.

 

39. Broccoli Fritters

Broccoli Fritters
Photo: The Curious Chickpea

I haven’t met a veggie fritter I didn’t like, yet. Broccoli fritters are the best way to use up that crown that is sitting in the crisper drawer.

 

40. Nori Salted Crispy Broccoli

Nori Salted Crispy Broccoli
Photo: Okonomi Kitchen

Are you a fan of tempura with that shattering fried batter? You have to try these battered and fried broccoli florets with nori salt.

 

41. Crispy Cheesy Roasted Broccoli

Crispy Cheesy Roasted Broccoli
Photo: The Roasted Root

Roast some broccoli with nutritional yeast until it starts to char. This is an excellent crispy snack alternative to chips.

 

42. Broccoli Tater Tots

Broccoli Tater Tots
Photo: She Likes Food

Frozen tater tots have nothing over these homemade broccoli tots. Serve these nutritious bites with ketchup.

 

43. Broccoli and Quinoa Breakfast Patties

Broccoli and Quinoa Breakfast Patties
Photo: Neurotic Mommy

Who needs sausage patties when you can have vegan quinoa and vegetable breakfast patties? They would be great with a tofu scramble.

 

44. Easy Broccoli Rice

Easy Broccoli Rice
Photo: Elephantastic Vegan

It’s time to wake up plain white rice. I’m not talking about cauliflower rice. Try this vibrant broccoli rice as a unique side dish.

 

45. Cheesy Broccoli Twice Baked Potatoes

Cheesy Broccoli Twice Baked Potatoes
Photo: The Wooden Skillet

Loaded twice-baked potatoes are a fantastic entrée. This vegan version has broccoli as the main event.

 

46. Roasted Garlic Lemon Broccoli

Roasted Garlic Lemon Broccoli
Photo: All The Healthy Things

Had enough of steamed broccoli? This roasted garlic lemon broccoli will replace limp florets as your fast weeknight side dish.

 

Snacks & Appetizers

47. Bang Bang Broccoli

Bang Bang Broccoli
Photo: We Are So Vegan

Bang bang dishes are all about the sriracha-infused mayo sauce. This recipe calls for baking the broccoli nuggets rather than deep-frying.

 

48. Creamy Hot Broccoli Dip

Creamy Hot Broccoli Dip
Photo: Karissa’s Vegan Kitchen

Move over onion dip! Creamy hot broccoli dip is ideal for a party with toasted baguette slices.

 

49. Sun-dried Tomato and Broccoli Crostini

Sun-dried Tomato and Broccoli Crostini
Photo: Cookie and Kate

If you are on the toast train, you will want to make this sun-dried tomato hummus to spread on crisp bread. Top with roasted broccoli for a substantial lunch.

 

50. Veggie Pinwheels with Broccoli and Carrots

Veggie Pinwheels with Broccoli and Carrots
Photo: This Wife Cooks

The beauty of veggie pinwheels isn’t just in how attractive they are. These small rolls are ideal for taking to the beach or on a picnic.

 

51. Roasted Broccoli Pesto Pizza

Roasted Broccoli Pesto Pizza
Photo: Walder Wellness

Your next pizza night is going to rock with this pesto and broccoli pie. Swap out the cheese for non-dairy feta.

 

52. Broccoli Quiche Cups

Broccoli Quiche Cups
Photo: Dianne’s Vegan Kitchen

Broccoli quiche cups are adorable tarts to serve at a cocktail party or Mother’s Day brunch.

 

53. Garlic Broccoli Crostinis

Garlic Broccoli Crostinis
Photo: Chef Ani

Broccoli crostini? I think so! The success of this recipe is the herb, garlic, and caper bed that the broccoli is nestled in.

 

54. Crunchy Baked Broccoli with Spicy Soy Sauce

Crunchy Baked Broccoli with Spicy Soy Sauce
Photo: She Likes Food

I bet you that these crunchy baked broccoli florets won’t make it to the plate. The spicy soy dipping sauce is equally as addictive.

 

55. Easy Broccoli Smoothie

Easy Broccoli Smoothie
Photo: Eat with Clarity

Okay, I was skeptical about broccoli in a smoothie. That is until I read the other ingredients: banana, orange, and pineapple. Gimme!

 

What are your favorite vegan broccoli recipes?

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vegan broccoli recipes

55+ Easy Vegan Broccoli Recipes (Actually Delicious!)

Mira M.
Looking for some easy vegan broccoli recipes that are actually delicious and not just healthy? This roundup is for you then! 55+ yummy soup, casserole, salad, pasta and more dishes that will make you a broccoli fan (if you weren't one already).
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Roasted Broccoli with Sweet Chili

  • 1 pound broccoli (~500 g)
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp black pepper (ground)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425 ℉ or 220 °C.
  • Cut 1 pound of broccoli up into smaller pieces (florets), then wash them.
  • Place the broccoli florets on a baking sheet evenly.
  • Mix the oil, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce and black pepper in a small bowl, then add to the broccoli.
  • Carefully coat the broccoli florets with the sauce (with your hands).
  • Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until crisp and/or dark brown.
  • Remove the broccoli from the oven and add more sweet chili sauce if needed.
  • Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal
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Vegan Broccoli Recipes FAQ

How do you make broccoli crispy?

There are many ways to prepare your broccoli that deliver extra crispy results! For an easy, low-oil method, try roasting, pan frying, or grilling with your favorite marinade and seasonings. You can also bread and fry broccoli in a dish like tempura or bang bang broccoli.

How do you steam broccoli without it getting mushy?

For steamed broccoli that retains its vibrant green color and light crunch, fill your steamer pot with about 1 inch of water and steam the broccoli for 7 to 10 minutes until bright green and just tender. You can also blanch the broccoli after steaming by running it under cold water to halt the cooking process.

What is the healthiest way to cook broccoli?

The healthiest way to cook broccoli is any way that retains its nutrients and does not add excess salt, fat, or sugar. Experts agree that steaming meets these requirements and is the healthiest way to cook broccoli. Other healthy methods include baking, sauteing, or simply eating it raw.

 

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