Getting started with veganism can be a challenge for many people, especially if they have no previous experience with plant-based cuisine. 

That's why it's key to start with simple recipes that don't require complex ingredients, special equipment or advanced cooking skills. 

Simple recipes are ideal for anyone who wants to gradually gain confidence in the kitchen and learn basic techniques for preparing vegan meals.

For example, a smoothie bowl or avocado toast takes only a few minutes to prepare, but the result is a tasty and nutritious meal that even a beginner can prepare. 

These recipes will help you overcome fears that a vegan diet is complicated or time-consuming. Instead, you'll find that cooking can be fun, creative and easy. 

Once you've acquired the basic skills, you'll be more motivated to try new recipes and explore more plant-based cooking options.

One of the main reasons why people are switching to a vegan diet is its positive effect on health. 

A plant-based diet is naturally rich in vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants, which support the proper functioning of the body and help prevent many chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure.

Simple vegan recipes show you that healthy food doesn't have to be boring or tasteless. 

On the contrary, thanks to fresh ingredients such as fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains, you can create dishes that are not only nutritious but also delicious. 

Vegan porridge with fruit and cinnamon, for example, is a great example of a breakfast that will give you energy for the day while pleasing your palate.

In addition, simple recipes will give you a better understanding of how to combine different plant-based ingredients so that your diet is balanced and contains all the necessary nutrients. 

Gradually you will master the basics of vegan nutrition and discover that healthy eating can be easy, tasty and accessible to everyone.

Preparation time: 5 minutes

Portion: 1

Ingredients:

1 banana

1 cup of frozen forest fruits

1/2 cup vegetable milk (e.g. almond or oat milk)

1 tablespoon chia seeds

Nuts to taste (e.g. walnuts or almonds)

Procedure:

• 1. Prepare the smoothie:

Place the banana, frozen berries, plant milk and chia seeds in a blender. Blend until a smooth and thick mixture is formed. If the mixture is too thick, add a little more milk.

• 2. Serve:

Pour the finished smoothie into a bowl.

• 3. Decorate:

Decorate the smoothie bowl with nuts to taste. You can also add other ingredients such as fresh fruit, coconut chips or seeds.

• 4. Serve:

Serve immediately as a healthy and refreshing breakfast or snack.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Portion: 1

Ingredients:

1/2 cup oatmeal

1 cup vegetable milk (e.g. almond, oat or coconut milk)

1 tablespoon maple syrup

Pinch of cinnamon

Fruit to taste (e.g. strawberries, blueberries or banana)

Procedure:

• 1. Cook the oatmeal:

Place the oatmeal in a saucepan and cover with vegetable milk. Cook over medium heat according to the instructions on the package until the porridge is the desired consistency. Stir regularly to prevent the flakes from burning.

• 2. Seasoning:

After cooking, add maple syrup and a pinch of cinnamon to the porridge. Stir well.

• 3. Decorate:

Pour the porridge into a bowl and garnish with sliced fruit to taste, such as strawberries, blueberries or banana slices.

• 4. Serve:

Serve immediately as a healthy and nutritious breakfast.

Preparation time: 5 minutes

Portion: 1

Ingredients:

2 slices of wholemeal bread

1 ripe avocado

Juice of 1/2 lemon

Pinch of salt and pepper

Procedure:

• 1. Prepare the avocado mixture:

Mash the avocado with a fork in a bowl. Add lemon juice, a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well to form a smooth mixture.

• 2. Toast the bread:

Toast the slices of wholemeal bread in a toaster or frying pan until crispy.

• 3. Spread the toast:

Spread the avocado mixture evenly on the toasted bread.

• 4. Serve:

Serve immediately as a healthy breakfast or light snack.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Portion: 4

Ingredients:

1 can of chickpeas (approx. 400 g, drained and rinsed)

2 tablespoons tahini

Juice of 1 lemon

1 clove garlic

2 tablespoons olive oil

Pinch of salt (to taste)

To serve:

Sliced carrots or other fresh vegetables (e.g. cucumber, peppers, celery)

Procedure:

• 1. Prepare the hummus:

Place the drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, peeled garlic clove, olive oil and a pinch of salt in a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a little water or olive oil

• .2. Taste and adjust:

Add more lemon juice, salt or garlic to taste.

• 3. Serve:

Transfer the hummus to a bowl and serve with chopped carrots or other fresh vegetables.

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Portion: 2

Ingredients:

200 g whole wheat pasta

1 cup cherry tomatoes

1/2 cucumber

1/4 cup olives

Fresh basil

2 tablespoons olive oil

Procedure:

• 1. Boil the pasta:

Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package. After cooking, drain the pasta and let it cool.

• 2. Prepare the vegetables:

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, the cucumber into thin slices or cubes.

• 3. Mix the ingredients:

In a bowl, mix the cooked pasta, diced tomatoes, cucumber and olives.

• 4. Seasoning:

Add chopped fresh basil and drizzle with olive oil. Stir well.

• 5. Serve:

Serve the salad immediately as a light lunch or dinner.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Baking time: 25 minutes

Portions: 2

Ingredients:

2 sweet potatoes

1 can of chickpeas (approx. 400 g, drained and rinsed)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 teaspoon ground paprika

Pinch of salt

Procedure:

• 1. Preheat the oven:

Preheat the oven to 200 °C.

• 2. Prepare the sweet potatoes and chickpeas:

Peel the sweet potatoes (optional) and cut them into smaller pieces. In a bowl, mix the sweet potatoes, drained chickpeas, olive oil, ground paprika and a pinch of salt. 

Mix everything well so that all the ingredients are evenly coated.

• 3. Baking:

Spread the mixture on a baking sheet lined with baking paper in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are soft and golden.

• 4. Serve:

Serve the finished baked sweet potatoes with chickpeas as a main dish or side dish.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Baking time: 20 minutes

Portions: 4

Ingredients:

1 cup red lentils

1 carrot

1 onion

2 cloves of garlic

1 litre vegetable stock

1 tablespoon vegetable oil (e.g. olive oil)

Procedure:

• 1. Prepare the vegetables:

Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Peel the carrots and cut into small cubes or slices.

• 2. Sauté the vegetables:

Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic and carrots. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the onions are translucent and the carrots are slightly softened.

• 3. Add lentils and broth:

Add the red lentils to the pot and pour in the vegetable stock. Stir well.

• 4. Cook the soup:

Bring the soup to a boil, then lower the heat and cook for approximately 20 minutes until the lentils are soft and the soup has thickened.

• 5. Serve:

Serve the soup hot, ideally with fresh bread or croutons.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Baking time: 20 minutes

Portions: 2

Ingredients:

200 g tofu

1 cup of rice

1 broccoli

1 bell pepper (red, yellow or green)

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon vegetable oil (e.g. sesame or sunflower)

Procedure:

• 1. Boil the rice:

Cook the rice according to the instructions on the package. When cooked, set aside.

• 2. Prepare the tofu:

Cut the tofu into smaller cubes. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the tofu on all sides until golden and crispy (about 5 minutes).

• 3. Add the vegetables:

Divide the broccoli into smaller florets and cut the peppers into strips. Add the vegetables to the tofu in the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft but still crisp.

• 4. Seasoning:

Add the soy sauce and mix well to combine the flavours.5. Serve:
Serve the tofu stir-fry with cooked rice.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Baking time: 15 minutes

Portions: 2-4

Ingredients:

Pizza dough (vegan, homemade or store-bought)

1/2 cup tomato sauce

Vegetables to taste (e.g. peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, cherry tomatoes)

Vegan cheese (grated or sliced)

Procedure:

• 1. Preheat the oven:

Preheat the oven to 220 °C.

• 2. Prepare the dough:

Roll out the pizza dough to the desired size and thickness. Place it on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.

• 3. Apply tomato sauce:

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving the edges loose.

• 4. Add the vegetables:

Cut the vegetables to taste and spread them on the pizza.

• 5. Sprinkle with cheese:

Add vegan cheese on top of the pizza.

• 6. Bake:

Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes until the edges of the dough are golden and the cheese is melted.

• 7. Serve:

Cut the finished pizza into pieces and serve warm.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Frying time: 15 minutes

Portions: 2-3

Ingredients:

1 ripe banana

1 cup of plain flour

1 cup vegetable milk (e.g. almond or oat milk)

1 teaspoon baking powder

Procedure:

• 1. Prepare the dough:

In a bowl, mash the banana with a fork until smooth. Add the flour, vegetable milk and baking powder. 

Mix everything thoroughly until a smooth, lump-free batter is formed.

• 2. Fry the fritters:

On a hot non-stick frying pan (you can brush lightly with oil if needed), pour a small amount of batter and form a fritter. 

Fry over a medium heat on one side until bubbles start to form on the surface, then flip and fry the other side until golden.

• 3. Serve:

Serve the finished fritters warm with maple syrup, fresh fruit or nut butter to taste.