30 Whole30 Recipes That Are Also Vegan & Vegetarian (2024)

One of the most common requests I get is for recipes that are both Whole30 and Vegetarian or Vegan, so I put together a list of 30 dishes that are all packed with flavour and great for lunch, dinner or as snacks while doing a Whole30. All of the recipes are not only Whole30 and Vegan, but also Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Paleo and SCD Legal. The recipes are from this site as well as some of my other favourite healthy food blogs.

Roasted Cauliflower & Butternut Squash Tacos

You can find the recipe for this Roasted Cauliflower & Butternut Squash Tacos here on Every Last Bite(Vegan, Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Asparagus, Kale & Lemon Risotto

You can find the recipe for this Asparagus, Kale & Lemon Risottohere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Roasted Butternut Squash, Broccoli & Kale Salad with Roasted Garlic Dressing

You can find the recipe for this Roasted Butternut Squash, Broccoli & Kale Salad with Roasted Garlic Dressing here on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Celeriac Risotto with Butternut Squash & Kale

You can find the recipe for this Celery Root Risotto with ButternutSquash and Kalehere on Every Last Biteto make the recipe Vegan skip the pancetta(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Greek “Couscous” Salad

You can find the recipe for this Greek “Couscous” Salad here on Every Last Bite to make the recipe Vegan skip the pancetta(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Pesto & Roasted Tomato Stuffed Mushrooms

You can find the recipe for these Pesto & RoastedTomato Stuffed Mushroomshere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Herby Couscous Stuffed Eggplant Rolls

You can find the recipe for these Herby Couscous Stuffed Eggplant Rollshere on Every Last Bite (Vegan, Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Butternut Squash Pasta with Alfredo Sauce

You can find the recipe for this ButternutSquash Pasta with 3 Ingredient Alfredohere on Every Last Bite to make the recipe Vegan skip the pancetta(Vegan, Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

BBQ Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri

You can find the recipe for this BBQ Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurrihere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Butternut Squash Noodles with Tahini Lemon Sauce

You can find the recipe for this Butternut Squash Noodles with Tahini Lemon Saucehere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein

You can find the recipe for this Spaghetti Squash Chow Meinhere on Every Last Biteto make the recipe Vegan swap the chicken for shiitake mushrooms(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Butternut Squash Ravioli with Kale Pesto

You can find the recipe for this Butternut Squash Ravioli with Kale Pesto here on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Roasted Cauliflower, Date & Red Onion Salad

You can find the recipe for this Roasted Cauliflower, Date & Red Onion Saladhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Kung Pao Cauliflower

You can find the recipe for this Kung Pao Cauliflower here on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Green Bean & Roasted Fennel Salad

You can find the recipe for this Green Bean & Roasted Fennel Saladhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Asian Grilled Eggplant

You can find the recipe for this Asian Grilled Eggplanthere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Caramelized Fennel, Leek & Onion Gratin

Creamy (or not) Tomato Soup

You can find the recipe for this Creamy (or not) Tomato Souphere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Thai Curry Noodle Soup

You can find the recipe for this Thai Curry Noodle Souphere on Every Last Bite to make the recipe Vegan swap the chicken for mushrooms(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Cream of Mushroom Soup

You can find the recipe for this Cream of Mushroom Souphere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Walnut Arugula Pesto

You can find the recipe for this Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Walnut Arugula Pestohere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Creamy Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Noodles

You can find the recipe for this Creamy Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Noodleshere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

The Best Cauliflower Mash

You can find the recipe for this Cauliflower Mashhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Mexican Cauliflower Rice

You can find the recipe for this Mexican Cauliflower Ricehere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Eggplant Caponata

You can find the recipe for this Eggplant Caponatahere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Thai Butternut Squash Soup

You can find the recipe for this Thai Butternut Squash Souphere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Asian Broccoli Salad

You can find the recipe for this Asian Broccoli Saladhere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Roasted Cauliflower & Garlic Soup

You can find the recipe for this Roasted Cauliflower & Garlic Souphere on Every Last Bite (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Baba Ganoush

You can find the recipe for this Baba Ganoushhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

You can find the recipe for this Cauliflower Mac & Cheesehere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Black Sesame Yogurt Sauce

You can find the recipe for this Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Black Sesame Yogurt Saucehere on Strength & Sunshine(Vegan, Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Thai Watermelon Salad

You can find the recipe for this Thai Watermelon Saladhere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Spicy Asian Green Beans

You can find the recipe for this Spicy Asian Green Beanshere on Every Last Bite(Whole30, Vegan, Paleo, Grain Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet Legal)

Here are a few more Whole30 Resources you might enjoy:

Top 30 Whole30 Dinner Recipes
Top 30 Whole30 Breakfasts
Top 30 Whole30 Side Dishes
Top 30 Whole30 Salad Recipes

If you make any of these recipes let me know in the comment section below, I would love to hear what you think or take a photo and tag me (@everylastbite_) on Instagram, I love seeing your photos!

30 Whole30 Recipes That Are Also Vegan & Vegetarian (2024)

FAQs

Can you do Whole30 as a vegan? ›

The Plant-Based Whole30 was launched in March 2022, after two years in development. The Plant-Based Whole30 does not include any animal protein and fats. It uses beans, lentils, peas, soy, compatible protein powders, nuts, and seeds to ensure adequate protein; and includes only plant-based fat sources.

What is the difference between Whole30 and plant-based Whole30? ›

The Original program also includes animal fats like ghee, lard, and duck fat. The Plant-Based Whole30 does not include any animal protein or fats, but does include legumes as necessary sources of protein.

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Can you have butter on Whole30? ›

Clarified butter and ghee are the only sources of dairy allowed during your Whole30, as they've had their milk solids rendered out. Plain old butter is not allowed, as its milk proteins could impact the results of your program.

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Can you eat oatmeal on Whole30? ›

No grains.

This includes wheat, rye, barley, oats, corn, rice, millet, bulgur, sorghum, sprouted grains, and all gluten-free pseudo-cereals like quinoa, amaranth, and buckwheat. This also includes all the ways we add wheat, corn, and rice into our foods in the form of bran, germ, starch, and so on.

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What is a Whole30 substitute for butter? ›

But that doesn't mean you can't eat any butter when you're doing Whole30 or that you should start looking for some butter substitute. According to the program rules, the best—and only—way to eat butter when you're doing Whole30 is to eat clarified butter or ghee.

What does 100% vegan eat? ›

A vegan diet is based on plants (such as vegetables, grains, nuts and fruits) and foods made from plants. Vegans do not eat foods that come from animals, including dairy products and eggs.

What is the average weight loss on Whole30? ›

Truly, there are no new weight reduction tips. Whole30 is a great way to reset your eating habits and jump start your weight loss journey. While results will vary from person to person, many people report losing 10-15 pounds in the first month.

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Are carrots OK on Whole30? ›

Potatoes, zucchini or summer squash, carrots, beets, cucumber, apples, pears, or plantains are all great places to start.

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What are the cons of the Whole30 diet? ›

The cons of Whole30:

Very restrictive, which may make eating out or socializing difficult.
May be difficult to get adequate calcium for bone health.
Restricts many cultural foods.
May be time intensive due to food label reading, meal planning and meal prep.

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Are blueberries allowed on Whole30? ›

Along with eating grapes by the handful, get creative with your fruit consumption: Try incorporating strawberries, apples, and blueberries into your salads, grilling your salmon with citrus, or topping your burger with diced mango.

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Is popcorn approved on Whole30? ›

Anything with gluten is off-limits, along with rice, oats, corn and pseudo-grains like quinoa or buckwheat. That means no pasta and popcorn for 30 days.

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Are bananas allowed on Whole30? ›

Basically, all fruits and veggies are acceptable on Whole30, so your favorite apples, bananas, berries, and the like are fair game. The same can't be said for your green breakfast smoothie, however.

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Is canned tuna OK for Whole30? ›

Canned tuna – If you are on a Whole30, just double-check the ingredients. A lot of canned tuna contains soy (look for the “CONTAINS SOY” disclaimer below the ingredients), which is not Whole30 compatible. My Walmart has a store brand that is compatible, as well as I can find it fairly affordably at Winco.

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What happens after 30 days of Whole30 diet? ›

According to the official Whole30® website, once those 30 days are up, it's up to you to “carefully and systematically reintroduce those foods you've been missing”.

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Is tofu allowed in Whole30? ›

Soy is an important protein source on the Plant-Based Whole30, and can be used in whole food, minimally processed forms, like tofu, tempeh, edamame, miso, and natto.

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Is being partially vegan healthy? ›

Dietary choices are completely individual and being vegan doesn't guarantee a healthy diet. However, vegan diets can be beneficial for weight loss, and even part-time vegans are likely to have healthier body weights and lower body fat percentages, compared to meat-eaters.

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Can you have any dairy on Whole30? ›

What's not allowed on Whole30? You'll avoid grains, legumes, dairy, alcohol, added and artificial sugar, and foods with common additives like carrageenan, MSG, or sulfites. You also can't use Whole30-approved ingredients to make treats, such as pancakes, bread, muffins, brownies, pizza crust, or ice cream.

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Why does Whole30 eliminate dairy? ›

Benefits of the Whole30 diet

The plan cuts out foods that often trigger symptoms of a food allergy, intolerance or sensitivity. Dairy, for instance. It's estimated that up to 70% of people may have a sensitivity to lactose and milk products.

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