100 Plant Based Whole30 Recipes (2024)

This huge collection of plant based Whole30 recipes is just the thing you need to get yourself started on a healthy and sugar free lifestyle that includes high amounts of vegetables!

As we approach the new year, I’ve been hearing about many of you who want to try the Whole30 in January which I think is great! However, I’ve also been receiving several questions like, “How do I do the Whole30 without eating a ton of meat?” or… “Is there a way to do the Whole30 by focusing more on vegetables?” And the answer is, HECK YES.

I don’t know why there is such a widely accepted perception that going paleo or Whole30 is so meat heavy. While I do include some kind of protein in all my meals because that’s what makes me feel the best, that’s only a small portion of my plate. 70-80% of my diet is actually vegetables. I love all the micronutrients that I get from eating a large amount of plants and veggies so that’s what I like to focus on.

And to help you do the same for your Whole30 challenge, I put together 100 plant based Whole30 recipes from myself and my fellow bloggers that are healthy and so delicious. While some of these recipes do include meat, vegetables are the star of the dish and make up the majority of the ingredients. I hope this round-up helps you realize that a veggie-heavy Whole30 challenge is definitely possibly and can even be quite easy!

MAIN DISHES

Greek Veggie Bowls by Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

Cauliflower Rice Pilaf with Mint and Peas by Empowered Sustenance

Pesto Portobello Pizza by What Great Grandma Ate

Tomato Mushroom Spaghetti Squash by What a Girl Eats

Paleo Pesto Spaghetti Squash w/ Crispy Chicken & Bacon by Tessa, The Domestic Diva

Breakfast Hash with Poached Eggs by The Organic Kitchen

Zucchini Noodle Pad Thai by Tasty Yummies

Sweet Potato + Pepper Breakfast Tray Bake by From Pasta to Paleo

Baked Zucchini and Eggplant with Oregano and Mint by Paleo Bee

Bruschetta Sweet Potato Toast by What Great Grandma Ate

Simple Chinese Stir Fry Cabbage with Dried Shrimp (Paleo, Gluten Free, Keto)byOh Snap! Let’s Eat!

Spiced Lamb Patties and Cauliflower Tabbouleh by The Organic Kitchen

Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Walnut Parsley & Garlic by Eat Drink Paleo

Loaded Grilled Eggplant with Creamy Herb Sauce by Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

Instant Pot Paleo Cauliflower Mushroom Risotto by What Great Grandma Ate

Dill Caper Sole by Healy Eats Real

Braised Cabbage With Potatoes & Chilli by Eat Drink Paleo

Paleo Asian Chicken “Noodle” Salad by What Great Grandma Ate

Purple Cauliflower and Mushroom Paleo Quiche by What Great Grandma Ate

Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Dried Cranberries by Raia’s Recipes

Coconut Pea Puree + Baked Sole Flowers by Yang’s Nourishing Kitchen

See Also

30 Minute Donut Hole Recipe

Roasted Bell Pepper Eggplant Salad by What Great Grandma Ate

Cauliflower Broccoli Rice Salad by Low Carb Maven

Simple Paleo Coleslaw by What Great Grandma Ate

Zucchini Ribbon Salad with AvocadobyOh Snap! Let’s Eat!

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad by What Great Grandma Ate

Tahini Celeriac Potato Salad by Strength and Sunshine

Low-Carb Classic No-Tato Salad by Today in Dietzville

Harissa Potato Salad by Strength and Sunshine

Paleo Spicy Thai Noodle Salad byOh Snap! Let’s Eat!

Start-Loving Sardines Salad by What Great Grandma Ate

Red Cabbage Slaw With Creamy Avocado & Coriander by Eat Drink Paleo

Easy Broccoli Cranberry Salad With Bacon And Walnuts by Wholesome Yum

Curtido (Salvadoran Spicy Cabbage Slaw) by What Great Grandma Ate

SOUPS

Broccoli and Kale Green Soup by From Pasta to Paleo

Instant Pot Paleo Thai Carrot Soup by Tessa, The Domestic Diva

Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Stew by Today in Dietzville

Curry Butternut Squash Soup by Pure and Simple Nourishment

Creamy Carrot and Ginger Soup by Wholesome Delicious

Roasted Vegetable Soup by The Organic Kitchen

Hubbard Squash Soup with Pistachio Gremolataby A Calculated Whisk

Bacon Green Bean Soup by What Great Grandma Ate

Low-Carb Zuppa Toscana by Today in Dietzville

Savory Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup by Real Nutritious Living

Paleo Broccoli Soup with Olive & Nut Pesto by Eat Drink Paleo

Snacks

Paleo Zucchini Tater Totsby Empowered Sustenance

The Best Guacamole Ever by What Great Grandma Ate

Paleo Potato Hummus with Crudités by A Calculated Whisk

Paleo Roasted Cauliflower Dip by Paleo Flourish

Paleo Spinach and Artichoke Cups by What Great Grandma Ate

Spicy Chipotle Kale Chips by Today in Dietzville

Baked Yucca (Cassava) Fries by Strength and Sunshine

Irresistible Smoky Israeli Eggplant Dip by Tessa, The Domestic Diva

Low-Carb Cauliflower Hash Browns by Eat Drink Paleo

Tostones with Garlic Cilantro Mayonnaise by Yang’s Nourishing Kitchen

Baked Zucchini Chips by Wholesome Yum

Baked Sweet Potato Wedges with Chipotle Cashew Dip by The Organic Kitchen

Daikon Radish Fries by What Great Grandma Ate

Dairy-Free Instant Pot Queso by Today in Dietzville

Baba Ganoushby Empowered Sustenance

Crispy Plantain Curly Fries by What Great Grandma Ate

Roasted Red Pepper Zucchini Hummus by What Great Grandma Ate

SAUCES & CONDIMENTS

Creamy Chimichurri Sauce by What Great Grandma Ate

Wild Fermented Salsa by Yang’s Nourishing Kitchen

Fermented Cilantro Chimichurri by Today in Dietzville

Pineapple-Turmeric-Ginger Probiotic Sauerkraut byYang’s Nourishing Kitchen

Fermented Pickles with Green Tea and Dill Flowersby Yang’s Nourishing Kitchen

Easy Mason Jar Sauerkraut by What Great Grandma Ate

Easy Homemade Pickle Chips by Raia’s Recipes

The Easiest Quick Pickled Onions by What Great Grandma Ate

DRINKS

Paleo and Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte by What Great Grandma Ate

Paleo Vegan Shamrock Shake by What Great Grandma Ate

Pumpkin-Cranberry Smoothie(Omit sweetener) byTessa, The Domestic Diva

Beet Kvass by What Great Grandma Ate

Pink Beet Latte by What Great Grandma Ate

FAQs

What is the difference between Whole30 and Whole30 plant-based? ›

The Original program also includes animal fats like ghee, lard, and duck fat. The Plant-Based Whole30 does not include any animal protein or fats, but does include legumes as necessary sources of protein.

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Can you eat hummus on Whole30? ›

Traditional hummus is made from garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas), which are a legume and Plant-Based Whole30 compatible. Just read your labels to make sure your hummus doesn't contain dairy or other ingredients that aren't a fit for the Plant-Based Whole30.

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Is tofu allowed on Whole30? ›

The Plant-Based Whole30 program eschews all animal products but allows for legumes and minimally processed soy—think tofu, tempeh, and edamame. Textured soy products (TVP, used in many plant-based meats) and soy protein isolate (found in many protein powders) are not allowed.

Is quinoa allowed on Whole30? ›

No grains. While plenty of diets restrict simple carbs, Whole30 eliminates even whole grains. This means no wheat, corn, oats, bran, or even brown rice. It also forbids pseudo-cereal grains, including amaranth, buckwheat, and protein-rich quinoa.

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What happens after 30 days of Whole30 diet? ›

Step Two: Reintroduction

The reintroduction period is perhaps the most important Whole30 stage. This is where you really learn how the foods you used to eat (and eliminated for the last 30 days) affect how you look, feel, and live.

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Why are oats not allowed on Whole30? ›

Oats, though considered by many in the nutritional space to be a superfood and staple of healthy eating, are a grain, and grains are eliminated on a Whole30 diet.

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Can I eat peanut butter on Whole30? ›

Though peanuts and peanut butter aren't allowed on the Whole30 program, other nuts and nut butters are. Cashew butter is loaded with nutrients like healthy fats, magnesium, manganese, and copper. Its smooth, sweet taste pairs well with apples ( 1 ).

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Can I have popcorn on Whole30? ›

Anything with gluten is off-limits, along with rice, oats, corn and pseudo-grains like quinoa or buckwheat. That means no pasta and popcorn for 30 days.

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Can I eat popcorn on the Whole30 diet? ›

IS POPCORN WHOLE30? No — popcorn is made from a whole grain (dried corn AKA popcorn kernels), and grains are eliminated on the Whole30 diet.

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Is almond milk OK on Whole30? ›

You've seen this in literally every grocery store, and now you know: Yes, you can drink it while doing Whole30.

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What is a Whole30 substitute for butter? ›

Ghee, a type of clarified butter that has roots in South Asian cooking, is also Whole30-approved for the same reason. The difference between ghee and clarified butter basically comes down to cooking time, and the longer cooking time of ghee causes this type of clarified butter to have a sweeter taste.

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Can I eat Chick Fil A fries on Whole30? ›

Potatoes of all varieties are in, but fries and chips are not. (This should not be a surprise. Fries and chips are about as Whole30 as Paleo Pop-Tarts.)

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Are Larabars Whole30? ›

Most (but not all) varieties of Larabars or similar fruit-and-nut bars are acceptable during your Whole30. Just read your labels, as some flavors contain peanut butter, buckwheat flour, or added sugar, which are not compatible with your Whole30.

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Is Greek yogurt Whole30? ›

No grains (oats, rice, quinoa, starch, corn and even gluten-free varieties) No legumes (beans, peas, peanuts, peanut butter and soy) No dairy (milk – cow or goat, cheese, yogurt and ice cream)

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What is a Whole30 substitute for rice? ›

We can't emphasize this enough — a bag of cauliflower rice should be a staple in your freezer or fridge, especially during the Whole30. Mix it with veggies and top with a protein, and you've got a hearty meal.

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What are the cons of the Whole30 diet? ›

The cons of Whole30:

Very restrictive, which may make eating out or socializing difficult.
May be difficult to get adequate calcium for bone health.
Restricts many cultural foods.
May be time intensive due to food label reading, meal planning and meal prep.

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Is a plant-based diet the same as a whole food plant-based diet? ›

“Plant-based” refers to a diet that solely or primarily consists of plant foods. A whole foods, plant-based diet also excludes oils and processed packaged foods. “Vegan” indicates that animals are excluded from the diet, products, and lifestyle decisions.

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What is banned on Whole30? ›

For 30 days, you will cut out all grains, legumes, soy, dairy, alcohol, added sugars, artificial sweeteners, and processed foods containing any of these ingredients; and load up on all sorts of vegetables, fruits, eggs, quality meats and fish, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats.

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What are 30 plant-based foods? ›

Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, apricots, sweet potatoes, peaches, plums, melons, eggplant, lemons, lettuce, green beans, kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, spinach, corn, Swiss chard, celery, beets, onions, cauliflower, cherries, bananas, mushrooms, parsnips, turnips, ...

100 Plant Based Whole30 Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between Whole30 and Whole30 plant-based? ›

What is a Whole30 substitute for butter? ›

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