For those who have waved goodbye to meat, but not to savory sausages, this article is for you. Whether you’re a breakfast fiend, a lunchtime muncher or a dinner diva, we’ve got just the right vegan sausage alternatives to tickle your taste buds.
Breakfast Bliss: Vegan Sausage for the Most Important Meal
When it comes to breakfast, it’s all about protein power to keep you full and focused until lunchtime. Enter our favorite vegan sausage options to give your mornings a sizzling start.
Morning Protein Power
One of our go-tos is a tofu-based breakfast sausage. Simply crumble up some firm tofu, mix with your favorite spices and fry until golden brown. Tofu is a fantastic source of plant-based protein, and it soaks up flavors beautifully.
Another high-protein option is tempeh breakfast patties. Tempeh is fermented soybeans pressed into a cake, and it has a nutty, earthy flavor that’s delicious with a little seasoning. Look for pre-made tempeh sausage patties in the health food section of your grocery store, or make your own by seasoning and cooking a tempeh cake.
Flavor-packed Alternatives
But wait, there’s more! If you’re not concerned about protein in the morning, or you just want some dang delicious vegan sausage to enjoy, we’ve got you covered.
How about some mushroom-based breakfast sausages? Chop up your favorite mushrooms, cook with garlic and onions, add spices, and you’ve got a savory vegan sausage that’s low in calories and high in flavor.
And if you’re feeling seitan-tastic, give our seitan breakfast links a try. Seitan is a wheat gluten product that has a chewy, meaty texture when cooked. Mix seitan dough with your favorite sausage spices, shape into links, and fry until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Now that’s a sizzling way to start the day!
Lunchtime Delight: Vegan Sausage for Midday Meals
When the clock strikes 12, it’s time for some savory vegan sausage in your lunchtime lineup.
Satisfying Sandwiches
Start with a vegan sausage breakfast sandwich. Cook up some vegan sausage links, slice up some tofu or vegan English muffin, and layer on your favorite plant-based cheese, vegan mayo, and ketchup. Wrap it up in a warm whole wheat tortilla for a breakfast-for-lunch treat.
Or, get your veggies in with a vegan sausage and veggie sub. Load up a sub roll with your favorite vegan sausage, sliced bell peppers, red onion, and avocado. Drizzle with vegan ranch dressing for a tasty kick.
Hearty Salads and Bowls
If a salad or bowl is more your style, we’ve got you covered there too. Try a vegan sausage and quinoa power bowl. Cook up some quinoa, top with sliced vegan sausage, roasted sweet potato, black beans, avocado, and your favorite salsa.
Or, go for a vegan sausage and roasted vegetable salad. Roast your favorite veggies (we love butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and red onion), slice up some vegan sausage, and toss with a balsamic vinaigrette. Add some baby spinach for a little green.
Now that’s a lunch to look forward to!
Dinner Delights: Vegan Sausage for Savory Suppers
When the sun goes down and it’s time for dinner, it’s time to savor some delicious vegan sausage in savory dishes that will have you coming back for more.
Grilling Greatness
Fire up the grill for some vegan sausage skewers with roasted veggies. Thread vegan sausage, bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and your favorite grill seasoning, and grill until the veggies are tender and the sausage is golden brown.
Or, throw some vegan sausage and pepper kabobs on the grill. Skewer vegan sausage, bell peppers, red onion, and mushrooms. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, and grill until the veggies are tender and the sausage is crispy on the outside.
Now that’s a sizzling dinner!
Comfort Food Classics
When the weather turns cold and you need something warm and comforting, turn to these vegan sausage classics.
For a hearty casserole, make our vegan sausage and mashed potato casserole. Layer mashed potatoes, sliced vegan sausage, green beans, and top with more mashed potatoes and breadcrumbs.
Or, get cozy with our vegan sausage and sauerkraut stew. Cook up some vegan sausage, add onions, garlic, vegetable broth, tomato paste, sauerkraut, and your favorite beer. Simmer until the flavors meld together, and serve with a crispy pretzel on the side.
Now that’s a comforting way to end the day!
Versatile Vegan Sausage: Endless Possibilities
But wait, there’s more! Vegan sausage is a versatile powerhouse that can be used in so many delicious ways.
For meal prep enthusiasts, we recommend freezing and reheating vegan sausage. Cook up a batch of your favorite vegan sausage, slice into coins, and freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag and reheat as needed in a skillet or on the grill.
Or, incorporate vegan sausage into your favorite recipes. Add sliced vegan sausage to pasta dishes, put it in tacos or burritos, crumble it up and use it in chili or spaghetti sauce. The possibilities are endless!
Now that’s a sizzling way to live your best plant-based life!