Low Calorie Vegan Dish Recipes

Calorie Counted Recipes for Vegan Dishes

Delicious low calorie vegan recipes made with ingredients you can get in any supermarket - all simple and easy to make with full nutritional information.

Indian Vegetable Curry

Indian Vegetable Curry

One of our 'Indian Feast' recipes, a rich, filling low fat vegetable curry.

 2 servings   224 calories per serving


Shepherdless Pie

Shepherdless Pie

The ultimate comfort food! Enjoy this meat-free shepherd’s pie full of lentils, mushrooms and veggie goodness. Calorie counted, and vegetarian and vegan friendly.

 2 servings   526 calories per serving


Hearty Minestrone Soup

Hearty Minestrone Soup

A wholesome, filling classic Italian soup in under 45 minutes - Easy to make, and works as a great lunch or dinner, perfect!

 2 servings   331 calories per serving


Speedy Bean & Mushroom Burger with Spiced Wedges

Speedy Bean & Mushroom Burger with Spiced Wedges

These delicious veggie burgers really pack a flavour punch with paprika spiced potato wedges and guacamole… and all for only 385 calories!

 2 servings   385 calories per serving


Easy Veggie Paella

Easy Veggie Paella

Enjoy a vegan twist on this traditional spanish dish. This paella is packed full of veggies and comes in around 350 calories per serving.

 2 servings   354 calories per serving


Easy Hoisin Tofu Stir Fry

Easy Hoisin Tofu Stir Fry

Ditch the meat for this super quick, super tasty tofu stir fry. With over 17g of protein this Asian inspired delight will fill you up and make sure you're getting the nutrients your body needs.

 2 servings   415 calories per serving


Moroccan Style Buddha Bowl

Moroccan Style Buddha Bowl

This salad packs a nutritional punch with plenty of protein- includes a zingy Moroccan inspired dressing and is suitable for vegans.

 1 serving   561 calories per serving


Rustic Baked Ratatouille

Rustic Baked Ratatouille

This rustic ratatouille is packed full of veggies, high in fibre and low in fat. Pairs well with a hunk of crusty bread, if you have the calories to spare.

 2 servings   364 calories per serving


Roasted Tomato & Butternut Bulgur Wheat

Roasted Tomato & Butternut Bulgur Wheat

This simple, packed with flavour one bowl meal is only 386 calories per portion. A fantastic go-to lunch or dinner when you're pushed for time.

 1 serving   386 calories per serving


Lentil Stuffed Potato Skins

Lentil Stuffed Potato Skins

Baked potatoes stuffed with a protein packed lentil mix. Low fat and high fibre, this comforting dinner is always a winner.

 2 servings   425 calories per serving


High Fibre Smoothie Bowl with Frozen Berries

High Fibre Smoothie Bowl with Frozen Berries

Packed with fibre and good quality carbs this thick, oat-topped, smoothie bowl makes a great energising breakfast or pre-workout snack

 2 servings   282 calories per serving


Mango Chia Pudding

Mango Chia Pudding

These are a great way of upping your fibre content and you can make a few of them to have a different one each morning. Have fun with the toppings to keep it interesting!

 1 serving   277 calories per serving


Tofu Scramble

Tofu Scramble

Tofu scramble is a staple vegan breakfast on the weekends. You can flavour it any way you like and its a great way to start your day!

 1 serving   213 calories per serving


Super Quick Vegan Chocolate Pudding

Super Quick Vegan Chocolate Pudding

This vegan chocolate pudding is super-easy and quick to make, rich and packed with healthy ingredients. Perfect for when you want a substantial sweet snack.

 2 servings   208 calories per serving


Vegan Moussaka

Vegan Moussaka

Vegan-ize this traditional greek dish by simply swapping out the meat for lentils and creating a dairy free bechamel. It takes a while to prepare but is so worth the wait!

 4 servings   485 calories per serving


Simple Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese

Simple Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese

Try this vegan spaghetti bolognese for your meatless monday next week. It can be made in around 35 minutes and is under 500 calories.

 2 servings   482 calories per serving


Cauliflower Korma

Cauliflower Korma

Cauliflower is the trendiest vegetable for replacing meat. It absorbs flavour well so obviously it was our first choice when creating this simple korma curry.

 2 servings   527 calories per serving


Vegan Banana Bread

Vegan Banana Bread

Banana bread has always been one of my favourite afternoon snacks. Served with a cup of tea when you get in from work... delicious!

 8 servings   276 calories per serving


Mexican Butternut Pilaf

Mexican Butternut Pilaf

This Mexican pilaf is a great main coming in at under 500 cals. Or split into 4 and serve as a side with your favourite Mexican dish!

 2 servings   474 calories per serving


Vegan Brownies

Vegan Brownies

These brownies are delicious, gooey in the middle, rich dark chocolatey and fully vegan... but you won't be able to tell.

 12 servings   255 calories per serving


Mushroom & Greens Wrap

Mushroom & Greens Wrap

Eat your greens with this delicious wrap. Packed full of nearly all your daily F&V content and super versatile, you can add in whatever you like.

 1 serving   541 calories per serving


If you're looking for a full, low calorie meal plan to help you lose weight we have a full 7-day Vegan Diet Plan... With an average of 1100 - 1200 calorie per day, it's the perfect way to take control of your calorie intake when following a vegan lifestyle.

Getting the right amount of protein when you're vegan or vegetarian is key to good health - Dietititian Juliette Kellow (BSc RD) looks at plant based protein sources with over 40 good sources of protein for a vegan diet.

Not fully vegan but veg-curious and trying to get in more meat-free meals? We also have a low calorie 7-day Plant Based Meal Plan to get you started, with simple recipes to keep your calories in check while including more plant based dishes into your daily menu.

 

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