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    22 Easy Lunches With No Meat Or Dairy

    Whether you're vegan, vegetarian or just want to save money, these are made for you.

    Marie Telling
    by Marie Telling

    BuzzFeed Staff

    Zoe Burnett / BuzzFeed

    1. Chickpea Salad Sandwich

    Chickpea Salad Sandwich
    tasty.co

    You don't need eggs to make a satisfying, protein-packed sandwich. The flavorful chickpeas do all the hard work here.

    Get the recipe here.

    2. Vegan Mac 'n Cheese

    tasty.co

    Vegan mac 'n cheese. Sounds like an oxymoron. Sounds like it's too good to be true - it's not.

    Get the recipe here.

    3. Buffalo Chickpea Sliders

    tasty.co

    The days of you being jealous of your friends' Instagram-worthy sliders at the latest summer barbecue are over.

    Get the recipe here.

    4. Spicy Falafel and Roasted Veggie Naan Sandwich

    pinchofyum.com

    The recipe replaces the usual pita bread with a garlic naan, which is downright brilliant.

    Get the recipe here.

    5. Roasted Sweet Potato, Chickpea and Kale Bowls

    gimmesomeoven.com

    The tahini dressing used here is the perfect sauce for your salads, grain bowls, and warm bowls.

    Get the recipe here.

    6. Spicy Black Bean and Quinoa Burritos

    simple-veganista.com

    😍

    Get the recipe here.

    7. Vegan "BLT" Sandwich

    minimalistbaker.com

    Crispy slices of eggplant bring the crunch and the smokiness you're looking for in a great BLT.

    Get the recipe here.

    8. Red Pepper Cashew Pasta With Roasted Cauliflower

    pinchofyum.com

    Meal prep this creamy pasta on Sunday and you're set for at least a few lunches this week.

    Get the recipe here.

    9. Scallion Pancake Rolls

    veganmiam.com

    Genius use of scallion pancakes over here.

    Get the recipe here.

    10. Curried Potato and Chickpea Salad

    simple-veganista.com

    Cheap and won't leave you hungry!

    Get the recipe here.

    11. Spicy Buffalo Chickpea Wraps

    minimalistbaker.com

    The dressing, made with hummus, lemon juice, and maple syrup, takes these wraps to a whole new level.

    Get the recipe here.

    12. Spicy Sesame Zoodles With Crispy Tofu

    pinchofyum.com

    Because tofu can be (and is) delicious when you prepare it well.

    Get the recipe here.

    13. Pasta With Caramelized Sweet Potatoes and Kale

    gimmesomeoven.com

    Quick to prep and the perfect lunch to reheat at the last minute.

    Get the recipe here.

    14. Moroccan Aubergine and Chickpea Stew

    greenkitchenstories.com

    Just skip the yogurt and you got yourself an amazing vegan meal.

    Get the recipe here.

    15. Chipotle White Bean Salad Sandwich

    veganyackattack.com

    Spicy, crunchy goodness.

    Get the recipe here.

    16. Chickpea Sunflower Sandwich

    minimalistbaker.com

    Quick and easy yet flavorful and satisfying? Sign me up!

    Get the recipe here.

    17. 15-Minute Lo Mein

    pinchofyum.com

    On top of being delicious, this recipe is also super customizable. So, go wild and use any veggie or protein you want.

    Get the recipe here.

    18. Curry Cauliflower Burrito

    veganyackattack.com

    These curried cauliflower and rice burritos make for a filling and satisfying lunch.

    Get the recipe here.

    19. Rosemary Chickpea Salad Sandwich

    veganyackattack.com

    Like a school lunch, except waayyyy better.

    Get the recipe here.

    20. Garlic Pasta With Roasted Cajun Cauliflower

    veganricha.com

    Bring some heat to your lunches with with this spicy Cajun cauliflower.

    Get the recipe here.

    21. Chickpea Spinach Pie With Berbere Spice

    veganricha.com

    For the crust, use vegan puff pastry or phyllo dough.

    Get the recipe here.

    22. Roasted Cauliflower Tacos With Spicy Romesco Sauce

    minimalistbaker.com

    More proof that the versatile cauliflower is a vegan's best friend.

    Get the recipe here.