18 Must Try Vegan Fall Dinner Ideas For Cozy Comfort Food

Looking for some cozy and comforting vegan fall dinner ideas? As the weather cools down and the leaves start to change, it’s the perfect time to cook up some hearty, plant-based meals that celebrate the season’s best ingredients. 

Whether you’re a longtime vegan or just looking to add more meatless meals to your rotation, fall offers a bounty of seasonal produce like pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and brussels sprouts that can be transformed into quick and easy dinners. 

From creamy soups to rich stews, these vegan fall dinner ideas will warm you up and leave you satisfied!

This post is all about the best vegan fall dinner ideas.

Plant-Based Dinner Ideas

This list of plant-based dinner recipes is perfect for you if you are looking for: 

• An easy recipe for the fall months
• An easy vegan dinner to meal prep for the week
• A perfect side dish for fall gatherings or Thanksgiving 
• You want to incorporate the flavors of fall into your vegan diet and mix things up
• You love your slow cooker or instant pot and want ideas for weeknight dinners to set and forget
• You enjoy meals with simple ingredients that you can quickly whip up
• You are trying to incorporate more healthy veggies in your life! 

Easy Fall Vegan Dinner Ideas

1. Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

A creamy, dairy-free soup made by blending roasted butternut squash, onions, garlic, and vegetable broth. 

Add a bit of coconut milk and nutmeg for extra richness, and top it off with pumpkin seeds.

2. Vegan Pumpkin Curry

Curry is a warm, comforting dish originally from India. It features chunks of pumpkin or squash simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce with spices like turmeric, ginger, and cumin. 

It is best served with jasmine rice or garlic naan.

3. Lentil and Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Whip up a hearty filling with lentils, sauteed mushrooms, carrots, and peas, then top it with mashed sweet potatoes and bake until golden.

It’s a cozy, protein-packed meal that you can easily freeze and enjoy for the upcoming cooler weeks. 

4. Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Cranberries

Roast halved acorn squash and stuff them with a mixture of quinoa, dried cranberries, nuts (like pecans or walnuts), and fall herbs like sage and thyme.

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5. Vegan Pot Pie

Filled with seasonal veggies like carrots, potatoes, and peas in a creamy coconut or almond milk sauce, topped with a flaky vegan pie crust or puff pastry, and baked to perfection.

6. Spaghetti Squash with Marinara and Vegan Meatballs

Roast spaghetti squash and use it as a base for a comforting plate of pasta, topped with marinara sauce and your favorite store-bought or homemade vegan meatballs.

7. Mushroom and Walnut Stuffed Peppers or Eggplant

Stuff bell peppers with a savory mixture of mushrooms, walnuts, brown rice, and herbs.

Bake until the peppers are tender and the filling is packed with earthy fall flavors.

8. Sweet Potato, Chickpeas and Kale Stew

Make this hearty stew featuring sweet potatoes, kale, chickpeas, and a tomato-based broth spiced with paprika, cumin, and coriander.

Serve with crusty bread for a filling dinner.

9. Vegan Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta

Make a creamy Alfredo sauce with pumpkin puree, garlic, nutritional yeast, and coconut milk. 

Toss with fettuccine or any pasta of your choice, and sprinkle with fresh herbs like parsley.

10. Chickpea and Spinach Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Roast large Portobello mushrooms and fill them with a mixture of sautéed chickpeas, spinach, garlic, and breadcrumbs, then bake until crispy on top.

11. Roasted Root Vegetable Salad

Roast a mix of root veggies like carrots, beets, and parsnips, then toss with arugula, spinach, or kale.

Top it with toasted pecans/walnuts or seeds, and a maple Dijon vinaigrette for a hearty salad.

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12. Vegan Chili

A fall favorite packed with kidney beans, black beans, tomatoes, and veggies like bell peppers and zucchini.

Add warming spices like chili powder and cumin, and serve with cornbread or tortilla chips.

13. Vegan Lasagna with Cashew Ricotta Photo by alleksana: 

Layers of noodles, a rich tomato sauce, sautéed spinach or kale, and creamy cashew-based ricotta cheese.

Bake until bubbly and golden for a satisfying meal.

14. Vegan Harvest Bowl

Build a bowl filled with quinoa or brown rice, roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, and chickpeas. 

Top it with a tahini or maple mustard dressing! Some pomegranate seeds add a nice touch too!

15. Maple Glazed Tofu with Brussels Sprouts

Pan-fry or bake tofu with a maple-soy glaze and serve it alongside roasted Brussels sprouts and a grain like farro or wild rice.

16. Creamy Cauliflower Soup

Blend roasted cauliflower with vegetable broth, garlic, and a touch of coconut milk. 

Garnish with crispy kale chips or toasted pumpkin seeds for added texture.

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17. Caramelized Onion & Apple Grilled Vegan Cheese

Take your grilled cheese up a notch with fall flavors! 

Caramelized onions, thinly sliced apples, and vegan cheese come together for a sweet and savory sandwich.

18. Sweet Potato & Kale Enchiladas

Roast sweet potatoes and sauté kale, then wrap them in tortillas and bake with enchilada sauce and vegan cheese. 

Top with avocado and cilantro for the perfect last touch.

Healthy Vegan Fall Recipes

There’s no shortage of delicious and comforting vegan fall dinner ideas to try this fall season. 

From hearty soups to filling casseroles and roasted veggies, these meals are perfect for cozy nights in. Plus, with all the seasonal produce available, you’ll have plenty of inspiration to keep things fresh and flavorful.

I hope these vegan fall dinners make in on your weekly rotation and help you to enjoy the fall season! 

Have any other vegan fall dinner ideas? Let us know in the comments below! I’m sure others in the community would love to learn from you as well.

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Maggie

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