NO NUTS AROUND HERE
This blog post is a growing list of nut-free vegan recipes waiting for you to try, and I hope these get you excited to start cooking up something deliciously allergy free that is also vegan friendly!
Share what you make from this list, or mention your personal favorite vegan nut-free recipes below and let’s all help each other out in the comment section! I’ll update this post based on everyone’s feedback. Some are ones I’ve personally tried, while others I found to be approachable or delicious in my search for what I wanted in a nut-free recipe. Let’s grow this together and start trying out some things! You never know when you might need to cook for someone with a nut-allergy and this post might come in handy. Save this page for when you need it.
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PEANUTS // LEGUMES
Being allergic to peanuts is most common for people under 18 and is the 2nd most in adults but according to FoodAllergy.Org being allergic to peanuts does not mean you have a greater chance of being allergic to other legumes.
If that’s the case, it opens things up to the wonders of legumes and its benefits, but be sure to consult your allergist to get the full scope of your body’s reactions. Adapt recipes depending on your personal allergies.
I’m going to keep the fluff short and just get to the recipes. Enjoy!
MISSING PEANUT BUTTER?
If you are allergic to any type of nut or tree nut then you might be missing peanut butter or a smooth spread on your toast. Have you tried some common alternatives like seed butter, cookie butter, chickpea butter and more? If not, check out this post for 11 peanut butter substitutes!
ROASTING & GRILLING VEGETABLES
Meals can be as simple as whole vegetables like roasted asparagus, legumes and beans, with a side of fresh fruit. My favorite is to roast your veggies of choice by tossing them in your favorite spices and seasonings and then bake it.
Try these vegetable recipes:
Simple Roasted Vegetables by Sweet Simple Vegan
Herb Grilled Vegetables by Sharon Palmer, The Plant Powered Dietitian
Oil Free Roasted vegetables by Minimalist Baker
Roasted Sweet Potatoes by Cookie and Kate
IT’S A GOOD MORNING WITH THESE RECIPES
Boost your next morning with any of these following nut-free vegan breakfast recipes to start your day off feeling right.
These oatmeal banana bites by Simple Veganista are the perfect pop of YUM. They are soft, chewy and easy to make using simple ingredients. It’s an approachable recipe that you can freeze and freezing food for busy weeks is the best!
A creamy oatmeal is so versatile, and packs in a healthy amount of nutrients for our bodies. Try this dreamy vegan oatmeal recipe from Veggies Don’t Bite.
I love a tofu scramble myself, so if you get down on tofu then try this savory southwest tofu scramble by Minimalist Baker and load it up with your choice of greens and vegetables.
SATISFYING GRUB, HEARTY RESULTS
Lasagna is one of my favorite things to make and it’s a great meal to experiment with the filling. I love adding something new to the mix for additional plant protein and nutrients!
You know what I’ve been loving inside my lasagna? Dice carrots! Mmm!
What do you like stuffing into your lasagna filling?
This lasagna from FitFoodieNutter looks quite tasty, makes sense why it has delicious reviews!
I usually make a variation of this ricotta recipe to go inside my lasagna, or stuffed shells The Hidden Veggies to get you started on your own lasagna version!
Lasagna Grilled Cheese (Nut-free, Soy-free) by Vegan Richa
Ohhh my! This might be the best new recipe I came across when searching for nut-free vegan recipes. “Wow,” as my husband says! ha. I agree.
I have not tried this yet, but based on recipes, the pictures, plus anything Vegan Rich is (SO good)
Love her Youtube for awesome cooking videos!
LENTILS + DISHES
According to NutritionFacts.Org, lentils pack a significant amount of protein, iron, fiber, zinc and phytates but also have nutrients that are more common in vegetables including fiber, folate, and potassium. Studies have shown that phytates could help protect against osteoporosis and provide anticancer activity. Magic? Whole foods.
Lentils are a legume (like peanuts) and as mentioned above, many other legumes are okay to be added to a nut-free diet, but please, be sure to consult your allergist first!
Try this Hearty Lentil Stew by ZK Wellness topped on a baked potato… it’s so good!
I just wanna jump into a bowl of this cozy lentil and sweet potato stew from Oh She Glows.
Do yourself a favor and pop over to her blog after you’re finished with your list of recipes to make next. Search “nut free” and you’ll be met with multiple pages of nut-free recipes to fill you up!
Potato Salad by Detoxinista
I was never into potato salad growing up, the idea of it drenched in mayonnaise freaked me out a bit.
But here’s a recipe that looks simple enough and delicious that people like me would try it! 🙂 The fresh dill looks magical, maybe add some thyme! MmmMm.
How can you go wrong with potatoes!
SLURP UP THE SOUPY GOODNESS
One of mine and my husband’s favorite soups lately is this Zuppa Toscana by Veggie Society.
It’s even better the days after because the seasonings marinate and it’s ohhh so GOOD! Seriously. The house will smell good, and you’ll be craving it for days!
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This Vegan Mediterranean Lentil Soup would totally fill me up on a crisp day! It looks delightful!
Add your beans or lentils, peas, and adjust to your liking.
Since we’re in the soup mood, don’t forget about the classic Tomato Soup, too. Here’s my favorite simple tomato soup that I always cook at home. The family loves it, especially paired with a grilled cheese sandwich!
Website Spotlight: Check out The Nut-Free Vegan. Steven has lots of good stuff on their blog, so check it out if you’d like to find a lot more recipes. 🙂 I feel like a matchmaker. Hehe
EAT THE CAKE & MORE
If you’re in the mood for ice cream, try this chocolate chip ice cream by Go Dairy Free. Or wanna find one at the store? I have a list of my personal favorite ice creams!
I have made countless recipes from Nora Cooks, so I know this cheesecake will be OH SO YUM! Just look at how creamy and decadent it looks. (drooooooool)
Popcorn is one of the best snacks and this caramel corn recipe by The Pretty Bee blog looks scrumptious! I actually found many recipes on The Pretty Bee (@prettybeeblog) that are allergy-friendly, so if you are looking for a go-to recipe creator, you might have hit a home run here!
Have some ripe bananas?
Use them up in this banana muffin recipe by Safely Delish, the comment section is filled with people who love this hit recipe!
There’s always a good time to indulge in a sweet treat, so why not try these fantastic pumpkin muffins by ZK Wellness by using your plant-based milk of choice! Read this ultimate plant-based milk guide here.
WHAT WILL YOU MAKE NEXT?
I hope you found a new recipe to try and that this list was helpful in some way! Have one that should be added? Leave a comment for others so we can learn about other exciting nut-free vegan recipes.
Until next time, friend!
Ash