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Whether or not you’re vegan, there are so many reasons to try more plant-based recipes. For one thing, eating vegan is one of the best things humans can do for the Earth — one person eating a vegan diet for just one day can save 1,100 gallons of water, 45 pounds of grain, 30 square feet of land, 20 pounds of CO2 equivalent, and the life of one animal, according to Cowspiracy’s website.
Not to mention, going vegan is a no-brainer for any animal-lover — taking them off your plate is a great way to extend your love and respect for animals into your everyday life. Plus, going vegan is usually an amazing choice for personal health, as it can help prevent and treat conditions such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and heart disease, according to the American Dietetic Association, who found that well-planned vegan and vegetarian diets are “appropriate for individuals during all stages of the life cycle.”
Going vegan doesn’t mean you need to get rid of all your other cookbooks — there are plenty of tips and tricks on the internet that can help you veganize all your family favorites. But no matter what kind of recipes you’re looking for — recipes for beginners, for a budget, for kids, for the health-minded — read on for a list of vegan cookbooks perfect for any and every occasion.
Easy Vegan Cookbooks for Beginners
If you're a new vegan or thinking about eating more vegan food, dedicating yourself to one easy-to-use cookbook can be a great starting point — for example, one of the following!
But I Could Never Go Vegan!
When I was first thinking about going vegan, but didn't think I would ever be able to actually commit, a book called But I Could Never Go Vegan! by Kristy Turner caught my eye at the library. As I made my way through the book, I grew more and more confident that I would eventually be able to make the leap — and eventually I did. Turner’s book is filled with 125 recipes that are great for beginners, plus plenty of stories and tips to help you explore the vegan lifestyle.
Thug Kitchen
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The cookbook Thug Kitchen: The Official Cookbook: Eat Like You Give a F--k is perfect for those new to the vegan lifestyle (or anyone looking for a cookbook with a personality). Not only is it filled with yummy and easy-to-make recipes, but it’s also littered with delightfully-crass sentiments like “A just-lettuce salad is some sad s--t that should only be done the day before your paycheck hits.”
Vegan 101
Vegan 101: A Vegan Cookbook: Learn to Cook Plant-Based Meals that Satisfy Everyone by Jenny Engel and Heather Bell of Spork Foods is the perfect gift for anyone who’s new to cooking and/or the vegan lifestyle. Anyone with basic cooking skills can follow these recipes, and the book is also filled with tips and tricks to up your kitchen technique.
Vegan Comfort Food Cookbooks for Junk Food Lovers
Eating a vegan diet is pretty much always healthier than eating a diet rich in meat, dairy, and eggs. That’s because even if you eat greasy and decadent vegan meals every now and then, they will still be free of cholesterol and carcinogens. Here are a few of the best vegan cookbooks for people who are vegan for the animals and the Earth, but not so much for their personal health.
From Natalie Portman to Woody Harrelson to Miley Cyrus to Ariana Grande, so many celebrities are helping bring veganism to the mainstream — and a few even wrote cookbooks about it.
Alicia Silverstone’s The Kind Diet
Actress and vegan activist Alicia Silverstone’s The Kind Diet is all about her journey to veganism, interspersed with a ton of yummy and healthy recipes. She also wrote a follow-up called The Kind Mama, with more stories, recipes, and advice on using plants and lifestyle changes to help with infertility, pregnancy, and motherhood.
In January 2019, Black Eyed Peas musician and Impossible Foods investor will.i.am shared that he would like to write a vegan cookbook, focused around healthy recipes, LiveKindly reported. Will.i.am is vegan himself, so if the cookbook ever happens, it will be awesome to see what some of his favorite recipes are.
As mentioned above, the American Dietetic Association has approved well-planned vegan diets for people at all stages of life — including kids. The following cookbooks have great child-friendly recipes, as well as advice for raising your kids vegan.
Going vegan doesn't mean you need to stop eating foods that celebrate your heritage or childhood. There is a vegan cookbook with veganized recipes from just about every cuisine on Earth — here are just a few.
Yes, vegan desserts are just as good as desserts made with eggs and dairy. In fact, they’re even better, because you can eat the batter without getting a stomachache. So feel free to lick the spoon after baking recipes from any of the following books.
