9 Recipes That Flexitarians Will Fall In Love With

A flexitarian is someone who reduces their consumption of meat, dairy, and eggs but is not yet vegetarian or vegan (and perhaps may never be). It's a flexible diet that can work for anyone, which is why it's so appealing. So if you consider yourself a bit of a flexitarian (or reducetarian), carry on reading to discover some plant-based recipes that'll make your mouth water! 

By: Hazelsveganeats

Method: Other

Difficulty: Beginner

Vegan croissants actually exist, and they're a blessing. You can grab yourself a batch from La Boulangere and put together these stunning Greek-inspired delights with plant-based feta, pesto and more. Recipe here.

By: CRACKD

Method: Cooking

Difficulty: Beginner

Meringue is traditionally made from whipped egg whites, but not this version! Using Jus Rol's accidentally vegan pastry and Crackd's No-Egg Egg, you can whip up your very own vegan Meringue Pie, minus the animal products. Recipe here.

By: OmniPork

Method: Intermediate

Difficulty: Cooking, sautéing, frying

Sweet and sour pork is one of the nation's favourite takeaway dishes, and so this plant-based version is bound to be a family favourite. Recipe here.

By: Bonsan

Method: Sautéing

Difficulty: Beginner

Vegan breakfast goes far beyond just smoothies and porridge. Breakfast tacos are a super filling way to fuel your body for the day ahead and satisfy your tastebuds, too. This recipe is also perfect for making before work as it only takes 20 minutes. Recipe here.

By: Better Nature

Method: Frying

Difficulty: Beginner

If you're up for trying something new, let me introduce you to tofu's cousin tempeh. This delicious Thai Tempeh Stir Fry is packed with flavour and spice and is ridiculously easy to put together. Recipe here.

By: Biona Organic

Method: Other

Difficulty: Intermediate

Sticky Toffee Pudding is a classic British dessert that can, fortunately, be made vegan with a few minor tweaks. By using dairy-free ice cream, milk, and butter, you can concoct this moist, spongy treat in no time. Recipe here.

By: GreenVie Foods

Method: Cooking

Difficulty: Beginner

Ratatouille is a stewed vegetable dish that originated in France, and this recipe puts a twist on it by adding pasta and dairy-free mozzarella. This beautiful bowl of goodness is an easy way to get in your daily dose of veggies. Recipe here.

By: Bonsan

Method: Baking

Difficulty: Intermediate

These Pesto Twists are worth the time and effort they take to make. It's such a tasty, comforting appetiser that will impress the whole family and keep them coming back for more. Surprisingly, there are many vegan-friendly premade pastries, so if you'd rather not make the pastry from scratch, you can easily skip that part. Recipe here.

By: Gaz Oakley

Method: Other

Difficulty: Intermediate

Making meat from plants almost sounds impossible, but it's not as far-fetched as you might think. Each slice of this vegan pepperoni is packed full of smoky, spicy flavours and has an incredible meaty texture. It's amazing what you can do with wheat gluten! Recipe here.