Quick and Easy: 5-Minute Vegan Recipes for Busy Days

Here’s a collection of 5-minute vegan recipes for when you’re in a hurry. These quick and easy dishes are perfect for a healthy meal or snack, even on the busiest days.

1. Avocado Toast

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 slice of whole-grain bread
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: lemon juice, red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. Toast the bread.
2. While it’s toasting, mash the avocado in a bowl.
3. Spread the mashed avocado on the toast.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and any other optional toppings.

2. Banana Almond Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

3. Hummus and Veggie Wrap

Ingredients:

• 1 whole-grain tortilla
• 2 tablespoons hummus
• 1/4 cup shredded carrots
• 1/4 cup cucumber slices
• 1/4 cup bell pepper strips
• Handful of spinach or arugula

Instructions:

1. Spread hummus on the tortilla.
2. Layer the vegetables on top.
3. Roll up the tortilla, slice in half, and serve.

4. Chickpea Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: chopped parsley, diced tomatoes, cucumbers

Instructions:

1. Mix the chickpeas with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Add any optional ingredients.
3. Stir and serve.

5. Fruit and Nut Bowl

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed berries (or any fruit of your choice)
• 2 tablespoons mixed nuts
• 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Mix gently.
3. Enjoy as a quick snack or light breakfast.

6. Peanut Butter Apple Slices

Ingredients:

• 1 apple, sliced
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• Optional: cinnamon, raisins

Instructions:

1. Spread peanut butter on apple slices.
2. Sprinkle with cinnamon and raisins if desired.
3. Serve immediately.

7. Cucumber Avocado Sushi

Ingredients:

• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced lengthwise
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• Soy sauce for dipping
• Optional: sesame seeds, pickled ginger

Instructions:

1. Lay out cucumber slices and place avocado slices on top.
2. Roll up the cucumber slices around the avocado.
3. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve with soy sauce.

These recipes are perfect for when you need a quick, nutritious, and delicious meal. Enjoy!