Ready to embrace Veganuary but not sure where to start in the kitchen? Transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle can feel intimidating, but the right cookbook can make all the difference. From quick comfort foods to health-focused recipes, these ten vegan cookbooks offer beginner-friendly recipes and essential tips to guide you through the month. Whether you’re looking to ease into plant-based meals or dive headfirst into vegan cooking, these books provide delicious, straightforward recipes that make going vegan easy and enjoyable. Here’s a list of the best vegan cookbooks to support your Veganuary goals and inspire your plant-based journey all year long!
What is Veganuary?
Veganuary is an annual challenge that encourages people to try a vegan diet for the month of January. It’s a great opportunity to explore plant-based meals, discover new ingredients, and improve your health while learning about the environmental and ethical benefits of a vegan lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to reduce your environmental impact, improve your diet, or simply try something new, Veganuary offers a supportive community and the chance to kickstart your year with positive, plant-based changes.
The 11 Best Vegan Cookbooks to Kickstart Your Veganuary Journey
The Plant-Based Diet for Beginners by Gabriel Miller
This book covers the basics of plant-based eating with a 21-day meal plan, grocery lists, and beginner-friendly recipes, helping readers ease into a vegan lifestyle.
The Vegan Starter Kit by Neal D. Barnard, MD
A simple, straightforward guide that provides a wealth of information on plant-based nutrition and includes easy recipes to get started with vegan cooki
Bad Manners: The Official Cookbook by Bad Manners
Known for its bold language and simple approach, this book features plant-based comfort food recipes that make vegan cooking accessible, delicious, and fun. Warning, there is a lot of profanity in these books, so if that’s not your interest, check another book out!
The Friendly Vegan Cookbook by Toni Okamoto & Michelle Cehn
With over 100 approachable recipes, this book covers all the vegan basics and is filled with comfort foods and classic flavors, designed for everyone from beginners to more experienced cooks.
BOSH!: Simple Recipes. Amazing Food. All Plants. by Henry Firth & Ian Theasby
“BOSH!: Simple Recipes. Amazing Food. All Plants.” by Henry Firth & Ian Theasby
This book features easy, vibrant recipes that use everyday ingredients, making it easy for anyone to dive into plant-based cooking.
Forks Over Knives: The Cookbook by Del Sroufe
This companion to the popular documentary “Forks Over Knives” offers over 300 simple, whole-food, plant-based recipes to encourage a healthy vegan lifestyle.
Vegan for Everybody by America’s Test Kitchen
Known for testing their recipes thoroughly, America’s Test Kitchen has put together a collection of foolproof vegan dishes that are perfect for new cooks and anyone curious about vegan eating.
How to Go Vegan: The why, the how, and everything you need to make going vegan easy by Veganuary
This practical guide, created by the Veganuary team, includes tips on vegan swaps, nutritional advice, and plenty of beginner-friendly recipes.
Isa Does It: Amazingly Easy, Wildly Delicious Vegan Recipes for Every Day of the Week by Isa Chandra Moskowitz
A must-have for anyone new to veganism, this book features approachable, comforting recipes that don’t require fancy ingredients or special techniques.
The Vegan Instant Pot Cookbook by Nisha Vora
Ideal for those with a busy lifestyle, this book provides quick and easy vegan recipes designed for the Instant Pot, with clear instructions and lots of beginner tips.
The Oh She Glows Cookbook by Angela Liddon
This cookbook is packed with wholesome, approachable recipes made from whole-food ingredients. Known for her popular blog, Angela Liddon brings vibrant, nourishing dishes to the table with easy-to-follow instructions. Ideal for anyone from beginners to seasoned cooks, The Oh She Glows Cookbook makes vegan cooking simple, delicious, and satisfying.
FAQ
Veganuary is a movement that encourages people to try a vegan lifestyle for the month of January. The word combines “vegan” and “January,” highlighting the goal of promoting plant-based eating at the start of the new year. During Veganuary, participants are encouraged to explore vegan meals, learn about the benefits of plant-based living, and reduce their reliance on animal products.
There are many excellent vegan cookbooks for beginners, but The Vegan Starter Kit by Neal D. Barnard and The Plant-Based Diet for Beginners by Gabriel Miller are two of the most recommended. These books cover vegan basics, include simple recipes, and provide meal plans to make transitioning to a vegan lifestyle easier.
Absolutely! Many people enjoy incorporating plant-based meals without being fully vegan. These cookbooks offer a range of delicious, beginner-friendly recipes that anyone can enjoy, whether you’re trying out Veganuary or simply want to add more vegetables to your diet.
Start with simple, familiar recipes and gradually introduce new ingredients to keep it fun and manageable. Choose a few cookbooks that emphasize easy, approachable dishes, like The Friendly Vegan Cookbook or Isa Does It. Also, plan your meals ahead and keep a few staple ingredients on hand—this will make cooking at home more convenient and enjoyable throughout Veganuary.
Veganuary 2024 is the upcoming campaign inviting people around the world to go vegan for January 2025. Each year, the Veganuary organization provides resources like recipes, meal plans, and support to help participants make the transition. It’s a chance for people to kick off the new year with a focus on sustainability, health, and ethical eating, even if just for the month.
With these 11 cookbooks, going vegan this Veganuary can be a delicious adventure full of easy, satisfying recipes. Whether you’re a beginner or simply looking for fresh inspiration, these books offer guidance and variety to make your plant-based journey rewarding and fun. Which vegan cookbook will you try first? Or, if you have a favorite vegan cookbook already, share it with us in the comments below—we’d love to hear your recommendations!
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