2022 has the potential to be the biggest year yet for veganism, with fast food partnerships from McDonald’s to KFC and more than 2 million people taking part in Veganuary. And the literary world is a reflection of this dominant change. People are more interested than ever in the plant-based life, and these 15 cookbooks, memoirs, and educational reads are the perfect way to get your foot in the door or brush up on your knowledge of all things vegan.
1Incredibly veganby Charity Morgan
From the vegan chef featured in the 2019 documentary game changers, comes this first cookbook that draws on its Puerto Rican and Creole heritage, as well as the American South. Standout recipes include Jalapeño-Bae’con Corn Patties with Chili-Lime Maple Syrup and Spicy Jerk Lentils with Coconut Rice and Mango Salsa, and will make us all cooking until 2022.
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2Plant yourselfby Carleigh Bodrug
Social media sensation and mastermind behind Instagram account @plantyou, Carleigh Bodrug is releasing her first cookbook in 2022. With over 140+ healthy vegan recipes ranging from breakfast and cheese sauces to salad dressings and desserts, this cookbook is sure to become a staple. in curious hearths of vegetables. Try the Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Breakfast Cookies Recipe and you will be sold!
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3 This is vegan propagandaby Ed Winters
The vegan animal rights activist behind @earthlinged dives into the literary world with his new book which explores years of research and conversations with slaughterhouse workers and farmers, animal rights philosophers, environmentalists, as well as everyday consumers. With insight into the cultural and psychological factors that shape our behaviors, this read is ideal for both seasoned vegans and veggie curious alike.
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4Awakenings: A Guide to Living a Vegan Lifestyleby Lucy Watson
UK-based vegan actress and cookbook author Lucy Watson explains that a truly vegan lifestyle is about more than the food you eat in her new book. According to Watson, it’s also the clothes and shoes you wear, the products you use, and the lifestyle choices you make. This read demystifies how to live a holistic vegan life and will be helpful to anyone trying to reduce their environmental impact and make ethical choices that don’t negatively impact animals.
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5SHELVES! On a budgetby Henry Firth and Ian Theasby
The team behind many popular cookbooks is back with this collection of over 100 budget-friendly recipes that help make vegan food fun, accessible and tasty without breaking the bank. Try recipes for sticky eggplant teriyaki, crispy Persian fried rice, and kimchi udon noodles for quick and easy weeknight dinners.
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6natural flavorby Craig & Shaun McAnuff
Caribbean cuisine is traditionally renowned for its meat and fish dishes, but London brothers Craig and Shaun McAnuff bring the plant-based versions to this collection of homemade recipes. With classic ingredients like plantain, yams, jackfruit, and guava, plus traditional spices and flavors, this cookbook is a great way to add a Caribbean infusion to your collection.
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seven Vegan, sometimesby Jessica Seinfeld
This New York Times bestselling cookbook author and wife of comedian Jerry Seinfeld tackles veganism in her latest cookbook. Perfect for the veg-curious or those dipping their toes into plant-based eating, this book shows how easy it is to be an occasional or all-the-time vegan eater, by cooking meals from scratch. tasty, affordable and hardy herbal.
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8The Nordic bakerby Sofia Nordgren
We could all use a little more cozy and comforting Swedish pastry in our lives. But make it vegan? And we are sold. This cookbook offers traditional Nordic desserts and pastries such as Kladdkaka, Midsommar cake for summer parties and lingonberry roll cake that will have us all embracing the Nordic lifestyle in 2022.
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9The whole vegetableby Sophie Gordon
This beautiful cookbook is almost a work of art, with gorgeous illustrations focusing on cooking with the whole vegetable, meaning the often discarded parts such as leaves, stems, heads, flowers, seeds and even the peelings are used. Recipes like Broccoli Pesto and Chunky Pumpkin Tacos, Cherry Breakfast Crumble, and Maple Roasted Pears will have you cutting down on your food waste in no time.
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tenProvecho: 100 Vegan Mexican Recipesby Edgar Castréjon
Released at the end of 2021, this cookbook still managed to win awards from Charm and the boston globe for one of the best cookbooks of the year. Featuring plant-based recipes that honor traditional, often meat-heavy classic dishes of Mexican and Latin American culture, this cookbook encourages compassion through meatless cooking. We can’t wait to try the lentil and cauliflower empanadas!
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11 Savvy Vegan by Azmina Govindji
Concerned about nutrition? Looking to prove those nosy parents who constantly ask you about protein and vitamins wrong? Grab this read by award-winning dietitian and consulting nutritionist Azmina Govindji to avoid nutritional pitfalls and ensure you’re feeling healthy and brimming with energy and vitality.
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12Be more veganby Niki Webster
Gift this informative tip/cookbook to the veggie-curious youngster in your life to help answer all of their burning questions and provide recipes galore. With over 50 delicious (and easy) vegan recipes for morning banana pancakes, loaded tofu fajitas, and harissa falafel burgers, this youth-focused book is a great starter guide to the lifestyle. herbal.
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13Feed the soul (because it’s my business)by Tabitha Brown
From everyone’s favorite vegan influencer and social media personality, comes this memoir with stories about her life, career, faith and family that brought her to where she is today. Filled with inspirational quotes and even some easy vegan recipes, this is a book that will make you feel seen, loved and heard.
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14mental foodby Lauren Lovatt
After the past few years, we could all focus on positive mental health and foods that nourish our bodies and minds. Divided by season, this sustainability-focused cookbook focuses on whole food ingredients like invigorating herbs, whole grains, and healthy legumes that will help you feel your best.
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15The Cajun Vegan Cookbook by Krimsey Lilleth
Founder of the former Cajun vegan hotspot in Los Angeles, Krimsey’s, Krimsey Lilleth has released her first cookbook filled with recipes for iconic Louisiana dishes such as jambalaya, etouffee, gumbo and hushpuppies. With over 130 fresh, authentic recipes, this one-of-a-kind cookbook is an essential addition to your collection.
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For more vegan cookbooks, read:130 Recipes You Must Make From This Plant-Based Cajun Cookbook
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Sarah McLaughlin (@sarahmclaughlin) is the New Product Editor at VegNews and is always on the lookout for the latest in plant-based nutrition innovations.
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