20 Vegan Clean Eating Recipes to start the New Year Right

The New Year is the perfect time to create positive health goals and to start being more mindful of how the food we eat impacts on the performance of our bodies.

Eating a whole-foods, plant-based diet is a great first step to supporting good health and one of the wonderful things about this way of eating is that it doesn’t take too long before you start to feel the benefits.

If you’ve set yourself the New Year’s resolution of taking better care of yourself then our round up of 20 vegan clean eating recipes will help make this task a lot easier.

We’ve curated a selection of delicious and nutritious recipes full of wonderful color, so that no matter what your health goals are, you can eat better and feel more vibrant.

Are you ready to get your green juice on? Let’s do this!

Please note: This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a substitute for professional advice. Before starting a new diet or health regime please consult your physician or a qualified nutritionist especially if you have ongoing health concerns.

Juices & smoothies

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Cilantro & Lemon Detox Juice – Tasting Page

This green detox juice from Kelly at the Tasting Page, is sweetened with citrus so it’s not only more palatable, but it also won’t spike your blood sugar. Click here for the recipe.

Cranberry & Pomegranate Detox Smoothie – Rhubarbarians

I love the color of this detox smoothie from Patricia at Rhubarbarians. With the inclusion of cranberries and pomegranates you can pretend it’s still Christmas! Click here for the recipe.

Calming Turmeric Latte – Veggielicious Life

Not only is turmeric a well-known natural anti-inflammatory ingredient, it also boosts brain function as well. Click here for Paige’s recipe for this warm and spicy latte.

Green Power Smoothie – Plant Based Scotty

Everyone needs a go-to green smoothie recipe and this one from Scott at Plant Based Scotty could be yours! He’s got the lowdown on the nutritional benefits of each of the ingredients he’s included so you know exactly how good it is for you. Click here for the recipe.

Detox Smoothie – Simple Vegan Blog

The pineapple in this detox smoothie from Simple Vegan Blog gives this recipe it’s gorgeous yellow colour, so you’d never guess there’s a very green ingredient lurking inside. Click here for the recipe.

Soups

All Healing, Anti-Inflammatory Soup – Eggplant and Olive

Not only is this soup from Rebecca at Eggplant and Olive a nutritional powerhouse, it’s also delicately seasoned with Ayurvedic spices to really up the health ante. Click here for the recipe.

Tummy Healing Soup for One – Strength and Sunshine

Made with turmeric, ginger and gluten-free pasta, this nutritious soup from Rebecca at Strength and Sunshine is like a hug in a bowl for your tummy. Click here for the recipe.

Vegan Broccoli Soup with Spinach – Girl Heart Food

White kidney beans give this soup a delicious creaminess and if you were ever a fan of cheese and broccoli soup, the nutritional yeast lends a nice cheesy flavor. Click here for the recipe.

Asparagus Soup with Pistachio Cream

This beautiful roasted asparagus soup is packed full of flavor and topped off with a pistachio cream that’s to die for! Trish says this is the best soup you’ll ever eat. Click here for the recipe.

Spicy Cabbage Detox Soup – This Savoury Vegan

When it’s cold outside a nice bowl of soup helps warm you through, but how about adding a bit of spice? The spice in chillies can help to increase your metabolism. Click here for the recipe.

Salads

Detox Salad with Orange Miso Dressing – My Goodness Kitchen

Using fermented ingredients such as miso in the dressing for this detox salad not only adds flavor, but it also gives your gut some extremely helpful digestive support. Click here for the recipe.

Easy Chickpea Thai and Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing – V Nutrition and Wellness

You don’t have to worry about where you’ll get your protein from if you chow down on this colorful salad from Mary Ellen at V Nutrition and Wellness. The addition of the peanut sauce delivers some wonderful Thai flavor. Click here for the recipe.

Watermelon & Forbidden Rice Salad – Healthy Midwestern Girl

Mint and watermelon is a refreshing combination. Add to that some nutrient packed black ‘forbidden’ rice and you’ve got a quick, delicious, not to mention, beautiful healthy salad. Click here for the recipe.

Southwestern Detox Salad – The Nut-Free Vegan

Kale, avocado and black beans provide a healthful backdrop to a spicy jalapeño-lime dressing that really adds a flavorful kick in this salad from Steven of the Nut-Free Vegan. Click here for the recipe.

Raw Rainbow Detox Veggie Salad – Tasting Page

Throwing all the ingredients into the food processor makes this raw veggie salad super easy to digest. Paired with a zingy apple cider vinegar and lemon dressing, this makes a nourishing and gut-healing meal. Click here for the recipe.

Nourishing bowls

Immune-Boosting Friendship Smoothie Bowls – Strength and Sunshine

Get a hit of vitamin C with this smoothie bowl recipe. Also featuring healthful turmeric, ginger and apple cider vinegar, your tummy will love you for it. Click here for the recipe.

Glowing Moroccan Vegetable Stew – Yup, it’s Vegan!

Golden raisins complement the spices and tangy tomato in this Moroccan-inspired veggie stew from Shannon at Yup, It’s Vegan. Click here for the recipe.

Mexican Spaghetti-Squash Hash Browns – Strength and Sunshine

If you like a bit of savory spice in the morning then you’ll love these Mexican-inspired hashbrowns made with spaghetti squash in lieu of potatoes. Click here for the recipe.

Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl – Rhian’s Recipes

This beautiful looking buddha bowl from Rhian, combines some vegan favorites – avocado, hummus and sweet potato fries. Served up on a bed of nutty brown rice – perfection! Click here for the recipe.

Vegan Detox Glow Bowl – Well Vegan

Kate from Well Vegan specifically selected the ingredients in her ‘glow’ bowl because they are great for your skin, hair and nails. Click here for the recipe.

Will you be making any of the recipes from this roundup? Let us know in the comments section below.