When we’re starting out on a plant-based or vegan weight loss journey there is so much information to read and take in that sometimes it can be totally overwhelming and we give up before we’ve even begun. Therefore, to help you get started with your weight loss efforts I have pulled together a list of 14 delicious, low calorie and vegan main meal recipes for you to choose from.
That’s enough to see you through the first two weeks of your weight loss journey! I have added some notes and tips to help you make the most of these recipes.
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Chickpeas, Asparagus and Rocket (Arugula) [Vegan]
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 438; Total Fat 11.3g; Carbohydrates 75.2g; Fibre 14.1g; Protein 12.8g WW SmartPoints = 10. Don’t like sweet potatoes? simply swap for an ordinary baking potato: Calories 374; Total Fat ; Carbohydrates 58.7g; Fibre 12.4g; Protein 13.9g WW SmartPoints = 8. Both sets of figures are based on each potato weighing 200g. TOP TIP: if your potato weighs more than 200g simply cut some off prior to baking. Find the full recipe at Floating Kitchen.
New Potato and Pea Curry with Yellow Split Peas [Vegan]
![Low Calorie Main Meals on Vegan Recipes for Weight Loss - New Potato and Pea Curry [vegan] by The Flexitarian](http://www.veganrecipesforweightloss.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/New-Potato-Pea-Curry-vegan-by-The-Flexitarian-v8.jpg)
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 333; Total Fat 9.6g; Carbohydrates 46.9g; Fibre 15.7g; Protein 14.8g WW SmartPoints = 6. I have assumed the vegetable stock is made from 2 stock cubes and 500ml of boiling water and the coconut milk is the reduced fat version. Find the full recipe on The Flexitarian.
Portuguese Veggie Hash [vegan]
![Low Calorie Main Meals on Vegan Recipes for Weight Loss - Portuguese Veggie Has [Vegan] by Cocoon Cooks](http://www.veganrecipesforweightloss.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Cocoon_Cooks_Portuguese_Veggie_Hash_10.jpg)
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 183; Total Fat 6.3g; Carbohydrates 30.8g; Fibre 6.8g; Protein 3.8g WW SmartPoints = 5. These figures are based on 4 servings. This meal is very low calorie but is also low in protein so you could add a small portion of Tofu ( WW SmartPoints = 0) or 2 vegan sausages of your choice (WW SmartPoints = 3) – just remember to up the overall calories etc. Find the full recipe on Cocoon Cooks.
Easy Low Syn Red Lentil Dhal [Vegan]
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 169; Total Fat 4.2g; Carbohydrates 32g; Fibre 11.9g; Protein 9.5g WW SmartPoints = 3. Serve with 185g of cooked brown rice for an additional 242 Calories; 0.4g Total Fat; 53.2g Carbohydrates; 0.6g Fibre; 4.4g Protein WW SmartPoints = 7. Find the full recipe on Slimming Eats.
Kale Stir Fry Crispy Curried Tofu [vegan]
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 396; Total Fat 10.8g; Carbohydrates 59.8g; Fibre 9.8g; Protein 19.7g WW SmartPoints = 7. These figures assume 50g of dried wholewheat noodles per serving. Find the full recipe on Lauren Caris Cooks.
Super Quick Vegan Black Bean Burgers
Say whaaaat?? Yep, that’s right there’s a burger in this list! The good news is the approximate nutritional values per serving are: Calories 105; Total Fat 1.1g; Carbohydrates 19.3g; Fibre 4.3g; Protein 4.8g WW SmartPoints = 1. The bad news is these figures do not include the bun (boo!). You can skip the bun and instead have your burger with a 150g baked potato for an additional 212 Calories; 0.6g Total Fat; 49.7 Carbohydrates; 4.6g Fibre; 6.1g Protein WW SmartPoints = 4. Or if you wish, add a burger bun; 1tbsp light mayonaise and 1tbsp ketchup for an additional 186 Calories; 3g Total Fat; 37g Carbohydrates; 1.3g Fibre; 4.5g Protein WW SmartPoints = 7. Find the full burger recipe on Lauren Caris Cooks.
Sweet Potato and Kale Chilli [Vegan]
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 219; Total Fat 6g; Carbohydrates 37g; Fibre 8g; Protein 8g WW SmartPoints = 4. Serve with 100g cooked white rice for an additional: Calories 130; Total Fat 0.2g; Carbohydrates 28.6g; Fibre 0.3g; Protein 2.4g WW SmartPoints = 4. Find the full recipe on Wallflower Kitchen.
Moroccan Lentil Stew [Vegan]
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 400; Total Fat 3.6g; Carbohydrates 72.3g; Fibre 12.5g; Protein 20.5g WW SmartPoints = 2. Find the full recipe on Well and Full.
Vegan Zucchini (Courgette) Boats with Quinoa
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 288; Total Fat 14.1g; Carbohydrates 32.5g; Fibre 5.5g; Protein 7.1g WW SmartPoints = 6. Find the full recipe on Lazy Cat Kitchen.
Moroccan Spiced Shepherd’s Pie [Vegan]
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 372; Total Fat 6.8g; Carbohydrates 67.1g; Fibre 13.6g; Protein 9.4g WW SmartPoints = 8. Find the full recipe on A Saucy Kitchen.
Apple, Fennel and Sage Lentil Loaf [Vegan]
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 236; Total Fat 4.4g; Carbohydrates 41.4g; Fibre 6.2g; Protein 9.8g WW SmartPoints = 7. Serve with 150g of boiled potatoes for an additional 129 Calories; 0.2g Total Fat; 30g Carbohydrates; 2.7g Fibre; 2.6g Protein WW SmartPoints = 3. Find the full recipe on The Simple Veganista.
Quick and Healthy Chickpea and Vegetable Pasta [Vegan]
The approximate nutritional values per serving of just the sauce: Calories 327; Total Fat 4.2g; Carbohydrates 60.8g; Fibre 6.5g; Protein 12.2g WW SmartPoints = 8. Find the full recipe on The Simple Veganista.
Simple Udon Noodle Bowl [Vegan]
Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 441; Total Fat 6.6g; Carbohydrates 79.7g; Fibre 6.4g; Protein 18.5g WW SmartPoints = 8. Find the full recipe on The Simple Veganista.
Butternut Squash and Spinach Curry with Cauliflower ‘Rice’ [Vegan]
This is a nice quick and easy recipe that is ready in 30 minutes. Approximate nutritional values per serving: Calories 300; Total Fat 8g; Carbohydrates 40g; Fibre 12.5g; Protein 11g WW SmartPoints = 9. Find the full recipe on BBC Food.
I hope you’ve found this post useful, let me know which ones are your favourites.
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