All the recipes below are vegan and low-calorie, each under 200 calories. Enjoy!
Low-Calorie Vegan Recipes
1. Oven Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 52 kcal
Ingredients:
- 1 bag carrots (any kind)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 TBSP parsley
- 1.5 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 TSP salt
- 1/4 TSP pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Peel your carrots (optional).
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and stir until completely coated.
- Transfer carrots to a baking dish and cook for 40 minutes or until tender.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
2. Air Fryer Asparagus
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 64 kcal
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 TSP salt
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
Instructions:
- Slice off the ends of the asparagus.
- In a dish, combine olive oil, salt, and garlic.
- Brush the asparagus with the olive oil mixture and place it in the air fryer (you may need to do this in batches).
- Cook at 350°F for 4 minutes on each side.
- Plate, take an Instagram-worthy picture, and enjoy!
3. Awesome Garlic-Roasted Mushrooms
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 140 kcal
Ingredients:
- 1 pound mushrooms
- 10 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 TBSP olive oil
- 2 TBSP balsamic vinegar
- 1 TSP dried oregano
- 1 TSP salt
- 1/2 TSP ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley (for serving)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss mushrooms with garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, toss, and bake for another 10 minutes or until tender.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, top with parsley, and serve.
4. Lemon Garlic Roasted Broccoli (Oil-Free)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 44 kcal
Ingredients:
- 1 medium bunch broccoli
- 2 cloves garlic (chopped or crushed)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Divide broccoli into florets and rinse under cold water. Place in a bowl.
- Toss broccoli with garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-30 minutes until soft. Check at 20 minutes to avoid burning.
- Let cool before serving.
5. Sautéed Green Peas
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 57 kcal
Ingredients:
- 4 cups frozen green peas
- 4 large shallots (peeled, halved, and sliced)
- 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
- 1 TBSP vegan butter
- 1 TBSP olive oil
- 1/2 TSP salt
- 1/2 TSP ground black pepper
- 2 TBSP fresh parsley (finely chopped, plus more for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, vegan butter, and shallots. Sauté until softened and lightly browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in frozen peas, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Turn off heat, add parsley, and stir.
- Plate, garnish, and serve immediately.
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