With the beautiful colours of autumn beginning to appear in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s the perfect time to embrace the seasonal harvest and nourish your body with healthy and hearty meals. Whether you’re looking to warm things up with comforting soups or want to enjoy some rich and hearty flavours, autumn offers a wealth of plant-based ingredients that shine at this time of year. And for those of you in the Southern Hemisphere or closer to the tropics, don’t worry! These recipes are versatile and can be enjoyed all year round – whatever the season, these delicious and nutritious meals will delight your taste buds.
1. Oriental Pumpkin & Shiitake Soup
This delicious oriental soup has a great texture, with chewy shiitake mushrooms and extra crispy bean sprouts. And if spicy foods aren’t your thing, that’s not a problem – you can always just leave out the curry paste. Find the recipe here.
2. Noodle Soup with Bok Choy
With this quick-and-easy recipe, you’ll have your own noodle soup on the table in no time! Almost as convenient as instant noodles from the supermarket – but way tastier and much healthier – this soup is loaded with fresh vegetables and bamboo shoots. A vegetable broth cube gives the soup its spicy essence but feel free to use your own blend of spices instead. Likewise, the sambal oelek, which adds a little extra zest, can be substituted with some mild sweet-chilli sauce.
*Noodles are generally completely plant-based, but check the ingredients to be sure!
Find the recipe here.
3. Sweet Potato Soup
Sweet potatoes are a great key ingredient when you want to make a satisfying and hearty soup. The lime, chilli, and carrot in this recipe add a fresh and spicy flavour, while the sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins and minerals such as B6 and magnesium – whose nutritional benefits are optimised by the cooking process. Find the recipe here.
4. Pumpkin Peanut Stew
This African-inspired dish is a classic combination of peanuts and pumpkin. Deliciously satisfying, this easy-to-make stew is also very mason-jar-friendly and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. Just make sure that the seal is airtight! Find the recipe here.
5. Aubergine Stew
A good stew needs time to cook, allowing for the slow release of flavours, and this sumptuous eggplant dish is no exception. While the stew simmers, you can prepare other things in the kitchen, making this recipe perfect for a dinner party. Find the recipe here.
6. French Bean Casserole
This traditional bean stew, known in Southern France as cassoulet, is an easy and hearty main dish for chilly days and nights. Serve with rice as a Sunday lunch or with crusty French bread for a cosy dinner-time meal! Find the recipe here.
7. Vegan Chili Sin Carne
This classic Texan dish is inspired by Mexican cuisine and is usually served with wraps or rice. A garnish of parsley or coriander will add even more variety to the flavour, while throwing in a can of corn and/or beans will make it richer and more filling. This dish is free from gluten, nuts, and soya. Find the recipe here.
8. Apple Pie
Apple pie is perhaps the quintessential dessert.. Made with a simple, traditional sweet pastry that all your guests will enjoy, this plant-based version is super-easy to make and should be a staple in everyone’s recipe book. Find the recipe here.
9. Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Chocolate Cinnamon Icing
Whether it’s for Autumn, Halloween, or just for the joy of making donuts with a unique twist, this ridiculously tasty take on the traditional doughnut will bring you to your knees! Find the recipe here.
Try them all!
As the days grow shorter and the air crisper, these nine plant-based recipes are sure to bring comfort and nourishment to colder days. Whether you’re enjoying a cosy evening in or sharing a meal with loved ones, these dishes celebrate the rich, earthy flavours of the season while keeping your meals healthy and satisfying. Even if you’re not in the midst of autumn, these versatile recipes are perfect for any time of year.
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