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Juggling lectures, assignments, and extracurricular activities, all the while managing a social life, can make finding the time for preparing nutritious meals a challenge.
However, maintaining a healthy diet is essential for both physical and mental well-being, which will make the stresses of student life much more manageable.
That’s where these plant-based student recipes come in. They’re made with affordable ingredients and are quick and easy to prepare. So whether you're seeking a hearty one-pot wonder for those hectic study nights or a refreshing salad to brighten up your lunch break, we've got the perfect plant-based recipes for you.
A nourishing, one-pan dinner in under 20 minutes! Packed with veggies and loaded with flavour, this cosy Super Green Tortelloni Soup is everything you need midweek. Truly a no-fuss bowl of goodness.
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This tastes so good and couldn’t be easier to put together. It’s one of those recipes you’ll come back to time and time again, and is ideal for when you’re staring into the cupboard for inspiration.
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Satisfying and deliciously moreish, this one-pan pasta dish is just the thing for a quick midweek dinner for the whole family. A comforting creamy tomato sauce made with passata and coconut yoghurt, a handful of fresh basil and beluga or Puy lentils for energy-fuelling protein. You can swap the spaghetti for any pasta you have in the cupboard.
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This simple, yet seriously satisfying, 4-ingredient smoothie comes together in moments — the perfect afternoon snack or light breakfast.
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Rich, fudgy, indulgent and just perfect, these chocolate chip brownies are a chocolate-lover’s dream dessert. Serve warm with ice cream for a decadent treat or enjoy for afternoon tea.
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Soon to be a midweek favourite, this easy budget-friendly storecupboard dish will be on the table in 15 minutes.
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This is a great 20-minute, high-protein lunch. The onion, garlic, cumin and turmeric add flavour to the chickpeas, edamame and wilted spinach; while the coconut yoghurt, tahini and lemon juice make a lovely, creamy dressing. Serve with brown rice or quinoa to complete the dish, or a side of roasted broccoli for extra greens.
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This hearty budget meal is a great choice for using up store-cupboard ingredients such as red lentils. Creamy, comforting and full of flavour, you can’t go wrong with this warming winter dish.
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Our version of the TikTok-famous custard toast, this simple yet indulgent breakfast is just the ticket for a lazy weekend brunch.
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Whether for a party with friends, movie-night snack or stress-free after-dinner dessert, this salted chocolate popcorn is quick, easy and great for sharing.
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If you’re looking for a perfectly balanced lunch or dinner option that will keep you feeling satisfied until your next meal, this easy salad combines complex carbs, fibre, protein and healthy fats — plus it’s on the table in just 20 minutes.
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We always make these and have them lying around for a snack – they’re so tasty and simple to make. The olive oil creates a nice crispness when they are roasted in the oven and the cumin adds a really delicious taste. They’re a nice addition to a simple lunch bowl too, as they add a great new texture.
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Whenever I’m feeling a bit run down or coldy, I make these bowls. They’re so cosy, comforting, really nourishing and absolutely delicious. You want to serve them with lots of lime so that they’re nice and zesty, and be generous with the miso for that rich umami flavour.
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