23 Pegan Diet Recipes You'll Want to Make Forever By Leah Goggins Leah Goggins Leah Goggins is a journalist and an editor at EatingWell. She assigns and edits all kinds of news content, from delicious grocery roundups to new studies in health and nutrition. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 8, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is the senior nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Real Simple, Parents, Better Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Close These highly-rated Pegan diet recipes will help you add more veggies and healthy fats to your diet. The Pegan diet combines elements from the paleo diet and veganism for a plant-forward eating pattern that encourages unlimited amounts of non-starchy veggies, high-quality animal protein (like fish and eggs) and whole grains. Recipes like our Tofu Poke and Avocado & Kale Omelet limit dairy and gluten and will help you eat deliciously if you are following the Pegan diet. 01 of 23 Salmon-Stuffed Avocados View Recipe Save Canned salmon is a valuable pantry staple and a practical way to include heart-healthy omega-3-rich fish in your diet. Here, we combine it with avocados in an easy no-cook meal. 02 of 23 Tofu Poke View Recipe Save This fast vegan version of poke (the traditional Hawaiian salad of diced raw fish tossed in a soy-sesame sauce) swaps in extra-firm tofu for fish while loading your bowl with vegetables and crunchy toppers like pea shoots and peanuts. Serve over brown rice instead of the zucchini noodles to add a hearty boost of fiber. 03 of 23 Avocado & Kale Omelet View Recipe Save Make this kale and avocado omelet for a satiating, high-protein breakfast. Fiber-rich kale will keep hunger at bay for longer in this healthy omelet recipe. 04 of 23 Rosemary Roasted Salmon with Asparagus & Potatoes View Recipe Save Yukon Golds are great here because they get crispy on the outside but completely creamy on the inside. A brush stroke or two of balsamic glaze provides a rich color and a sweet finish to the roasted salmon. 05 of 23 Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale View Recipe Save You can make these three-ingredient, tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce, and don't forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping. 06 of 23 Beefless Vegan Tacos View Recipe Save Take taco night in a new direction with these healthy vegan tacos. We've swapped crumbled tofu for the ground beef, without sacrificing any of the savory seasonings you expect in a taco. You can also use the filling in burritos, bowls, taco salads and to top nachos. 07 of 23 Roasted Cauliflower & Potato Curry Soup View Recipe Save In this healthy cauliflower soup recipe, roasting the cauliflower first adds depth and prevents the florets from turning to mush. A little tomato sauce and coconut milk give the broth a rich, silky texture. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, if desired. 08 of 23 Roasted Root Veggies & Greens over Spiced Lentils View Recipe Save This earthy bowl of lentils is topped with leftover roasted root veggies from a large batch for an easy weeknight dinner. Keep it vegan or add a drizzle of plain yogurt for extra richness. 09 of 23 Soy-Lime Roasted Tofu View Recipe Save Here, we marinate tofu cubes in soy sauce and lime juice with a touch of toasted sesame oil, then roast them—perfect tofu every time. 10 of 23 Sheet-Pan Roasted Salmon & Vegetables View Recipe Save This dish is packed with flavor and fits perfectly into a Mediterranean diet. 11 of 23 Gluten-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup View Recipe Save There's no cream in this silky mushroom soup. Pureed potatoes give this vegan mushroom soup its creamy texture. Be sure to use Yukon Gold—russets don't provide quite the right texture. 12 of 23 Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries View Recipe Save Jen Causey This quick egg scramble with hearty bread is one of the best breakfasts for weight loss. It combines protein-packed eggs and superfood raspberries with filling whole-grain toast and nutrient-rich spinach. The protein and fiber help fill you up and keep you going through the morning. 13 of 23 Salmon & Avocado Poke Bowl View Recipe Save Sriracha and Chinese-style mustard add a touch of heat to the classic poke seasoning of soy sauce and sesame oil. Serving it over a brown rice salad makes it a meal. 14 of 23 'Egg in a Hole' Peppers with Avocado Salsa View Recipe Save Colorful bell pepper rings stand in for bread in this healthy version of egg in a hole. Cook an egg inside the peppers and top with a vibrant avocado salsa for a cheerful breakfast. 15 of 23 Mushroom & Tofu Stir-Fry View Recipe Save This tofu veggie stir-fry is quick and easy, making it a great go-to weeknight meal. Baked tofu has a firm, toothsome texture that crisps well in a hot pan. You can find it in flavors like teriyaki and sesame, both of which are delicious here. Or opt for a smoked version, which has the same texture with a more robust flavor. Serve over brown rice. 16 of 23 Stuffed Potatoes with Salsa & Beans View Recipe Save Taco night meets baked potato night with this simple recipe for loaded baked potatoes with salsa, beans and avocado. This easy, healthy family dinner comes together with just 10 minutes of active time, so you can make it on even the busiest of weeknights. This recipe is just as delicious with sweet potatoes in place of russets. 17 of 23 Avocado & Arugula Omelet View Recipe Save Add some greens and healthy fat to your breakfast with this easy arugula and avocado omelet. Serve this healthy omelet recipe with crusty whole-grain toast, if desired. 18 of 23 Citrus Lime Tofu Salad View Recipe Save This veggie-packed salad has plenty of protein and fiber, so you'll feel full and satisfied. Prep the ingredients ahead of time for an easy vegan lunch idea to pack for work. 19 of 23 Ginger-Tahini Oven-Baked Salmon & Vegetables View Recipe Save The tahini sauce does double duty in this healthy salmon recipe, serving as a glaze for the fish and also as a drizzle for the entire dish at the end of cooking. The green beans are cooked just slightly in this recipe to still be crisp. If you like your green beans tenderer, look for thinner beans or haricot verts in the grocery store; they'll cook more quickly. This sheet-pan dinner recipe is not only delicious—it also comes together with just 25 minutes of active prep time, and there's only one pan to clean up afterward! 20 of 23 Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls View Recipe Save Skip the tortillas in favor of this warm fajita salad, which features a nutritious medley of chicken with roasted kale, bell peppers and black beans. The chicken, beans and vegetables are all cooked in the same pan, so this healthy dinner is easy to make, and the cleanup is easy too. 21 of 23 Zucchini Noodles with Avocado Pesto & Shrimp View Recipe Save Cut some carbs and use spiralized zucchini in place of noodles in this zesty pesto pasta dish recipe. Top with Cajun-seasoned shrimp to complete this quick and easy dinner. 22 of 23 Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde Vinaigrette View Recipe Save Salad for breakfast? Don't knock it until you've tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day. 23 of 23 Vegan BLATs (BLTs with Avocado) View Recipe Save Roasted shiitake mushrooms doused in soy sauce with a dash of smoked paprika become a natural, vegan alternative to bacon. Try them in this vegan version of a classic BLT with creamy avocado and eggless mayonnaise or on top of a salad as a substitute for bacon bits. Explore more: Healthy Recipes Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! 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