Easy Vegan Freezer Meals
When you’re trying to eat healthy, having good food in the freezer can be a huge help. Rather than being tempted by takeout, keeping pre-made vegan freezer meals on hand can make things much easier!
Before we get into the recipes, here are a few general guidelines and tips for vegan freezable meals:
- Use quality airtight containers or freezer bags. I like to use glass because it makes it really easy if I want to pop it right in the microwave. You don’t want anything leaking in your freezer! Just be sure to let glass thaw slightly before heating. You don’t want to shock the glass with drastic temperature changes.
- Make sure meals don’t get lost in the freezer. Put your newest meals in the back and older meals in the front so you don’t forget to eat what you’ve already made!
- Portion meals ahead of time, if necessary. You don’t want to thaw and refreeze a recipe, so if you’re making a batch of chili that you plan to take for a single-serving lunch, pack it in single-serving containers.
Here are a few ideas to get your freezer stocked with healthy, vegan, plant-based meals!
Easy Vegan Freezer Meals
Chana Masala - Chickpea Curry
This easy chickpea curry is a great freezer-friendly option! Make a double batch and enjoy dinner now and keep the rest in the freezer!
The Best Slow Cooker Vegan Chili • Happy Kitchen
This slow cooker vegan chili is perfect for a busy weeknight. Freeze the base then top it with things like sour cream and avocado after thawing when you’re ready to serve it!
Vegan Macaroni and Cheese
This vegan macaroni and cheese is one of my all-time favorite vegan recipes! The cheese sauce can be frozen for up to two months. Simply reheat in the microwave and mix with your favorite pasta!
Eggplant Chickpea Peanut Curry (Vegan + GF)
This eggplant curry can be stored in an airtight plastic container. You can either leave it in the fridge overnight to defrost or can be reheated straight from frozen if you add some extra water to help it along! Get the details on Rhian’s Recipes.
Quinoa Black Bean Veggie Burgers
Freeze these vegan black bean and quinoa veggie burgers on a sheet pan until frozen, then you can stack them in a freezer bag. (Just make sure they’re frozen before you stack them or they’ll stick together!) This is a great vegan freezable meal! Get the recipe at Peas and Crayons.
Vegan Lentil Shepherds Pie
This vegan lentil shepherd’s pie is the perfect comfort food. Make it ahead of time, freeze it, and then pull it out on a busy night when you need to feed the whole family! Find the recipe on Emma Eats and Explores!
Vegan & Gluten-Free Lentil Loaf
This Vegan Lentil Loaf is the perfect main or side dish for the upcoming holidays. This recipe is full of flavor and nutrition, plus it’s gluten-free!
Sweet Potato and Kale Soup
This Sweet potato and Kale Soup is so hearty and delicious, made with sweet potato, crisp kale, fresh tomatoes, and onions.
Hashbrown Casserole [vegan]
This Hashbrown Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, satisfying, flavorful and no one could ever tell it is entirely vegan. Great for the freeze, thaw whenever you need.
Black Bean and Quinoa Freezer Burritos
Black Bean and Quinoa Freezer Burritos! These make-ahead vegetarian burritos are super easy to make, loaded with beans and veggies, and are freezer-friendly. Perfect for healthy lunch on the go or planning for busy times.
Black Bean Chili in Instant Pot
If you’re looking for an easy, comforting and delicious vegan chili recipe, you’re going to love this dump and start Instant Pot Black Bean Chili!
Spicy butternut squash soup
This thick and creamy Butternut Squash Soup is a healthy autumn favorite that can be made in bulk and frozen for later.
Instant Pot Moroccan Split Pea Soup
The easiest ever, best and creamiest Dump and Start Instant Pot Moroccan Chickpea Stew is just a few ingredients and minimal effort away. Comfort food, quick weeknight dinners, and lazy lunches are at your fingertips with this awesome Moroccan Harira.
Easy Garlic Lentil Soup
This garlic lentil soup can be made on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot. Freeze leftovers for an easy protein-packed dinner recipe, whenever you need it.
Easy Vegan Chana Masala
Vegan Chana Masala made easy! This vegan chana masala is a 1 pot Indian dish that is packed with plant protein, flavor and is perfect for meal prep. Serve with fresh naan and basmati rice for a delicious plant-powered dinner.
Lentil Dahl Recipe
This lentil dal recipe is one of the best nourishing dishes that you can eat all year long. It’s filling, creamy and full of flavor. Plus, it is freezer-friendly!
No time to make your own vegan freezable meals? Here are my favorite freezer meals from Trader Joe’s!
Hello! Do you have any recommendations for a GLuten free option for the grain mix?
What an amazing round up!! The hardest part is going to be trying to decide what to make first!! i love the idea of having a selections of healthy recipes in the freezer!
So many good choices here but I especially love the vegan chili!
Thank you for putting this post together! I’m starting to think about making freezer meals before baby arrives in September and this post came at just the right time 🙂 So many ideas for me to bookmark! Thanks <3
My freezer is loving this list! Can’t wait to try them all!!! Thanks boo!
Hi Liz! All of these vegan freezer meals look so tasty! I especially want to try the slow cooker vegan chili! Thanks for sharing!! 🙂
Yay! Thank you so much for featuring my recipe! All of these recipes look fantastic. I can’t wait to try some!