All About World Vegan Day 2022: History, Easy Recipes, and More!

World National Vegan Day is coming up soon on Tuesday, November 1^st 2022, and what better way to celebrate than with cooking up some delicious vegan dishes? There is a misconception amongst many that vegan meals are bland and tasteless, as well as lacking the essential nutrients that a person needs to stay healthy, however this couldn’t be further from the truth! Eating vegan can help you lose excess weight, lower blood sugar levels, improve kidney function, and lower risk of diabetes complications.

You may be thinking, that’s all well and good, but what about flavour? Well, with these delicious recipes, you can skip out on the meat and still enjoy a variety of scrumptious meals packed with flavour. Let’s celebrate World National Vegan Day together!

History

Before we get into the recipes, let’s brush up on the history behind the occasion. It all started when Louise Wallis, a vegan animal rights activist, was looking for a suitable occasion to commemorate the 50^th anniversary of the Vegan Society in 1994. The celebration was intended to raise awareness for the vegan community, as well as to celebrate the fact that the word ‘vegan’ had entered the English language. Eventually, November 1^st was chosen by Wallis because it falls in between October 31, or Halloween, and November 2, when the Mexican Day of the Dead is celebrated.

The vegan lifestyle is becoming more and more accepted as a way of life that can be lived effortlessly and, most importantly, without harming animals for one’s own food or clothing.

3 Ways to Veganize Indian Recipes

Making veganized versions of Indian dishes is simple and somewhat ‘required’ as many of them are vegetarian by nature. You can convert many of your favourite Indian dishes to veganism with a few simple ingredient changes.

Substitute Ghee with Vegan Butter

Ghee, a type of butter from India, is used frequently used in Indian cuisine. Ghee can be substituted with Vegan Butter that would offer a similar flavor; you can also opt to substitute ghee with oil, depending on the need from the recipe.

Substitute Meat with Pulses

When making curries, dals, soups, and any other meals, pulses (such as chickpeas and beans) can be used in place of meat.

Substitute Cream with Cashews or Coconut Milk

Cashew or coconut milk can be used in place of cream. Blended raw cashews, often known as cashew cream, typically perform incredibly well when an Indian cuisine asks for cream, and it will yield fantastic results.

Coconut oil and cream, legumes and nuts are a great substitute for dairy and protein

5 Easy Quick Recipes (Must-Eats)

Vegan Chilli

If you are looking for rich tasting, comfort food, this delicious vegan chilli recipe will satisfy you. This dish is very flavorful and healthy. For a better eating experience, serve it with rice. 3 steps to make only.

Barbeque Sesame Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potatoes can be served as a side dish at a barbeque or transformed into a summer salad by adding watercress or rocket. There are only two easy steps to the recipe, check it out here.

Vegan Chocolate Brownies

Many people thought that vegan foods are mostly savory, but this is untrue. There are various vegan recipes to cater to your sweet tooth, one of them being this vegan chocolate brownie recipe. Unlike the usual brownies’ recipe, this recipe is made without any dairy or eggs yet they taste just as good, if not better!

Samosas

Craving for delicious, crispy bites? This samosa recipe will please your yearning! It can be served as an appetizer, snack, or finger food; a perfect menu to share with your family during gatherings.

Indian Cucumber Salad

This Indian cucumber salad recipe is incredibly simple to make and deliciously tasty. Serve it as a side dish with any meal. It is made with chopped onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers and is flavoured with various spices. It is gluten-free, vegan, and oil-free.

Pictured: Vegan Chilli, Brownies, Samosa

Now that you have these delicious vegan recipes under your belt, it’s time to cook up a storm!
Enjoy a range of flavourful vegan recipes this World Vegan Day and enjoy a vegan feast with your friends and loved ones!

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