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Vegan Rice Recipes

Mar 20, 2023 · Modified: Mar 18, 2024 by Emily · Leave a Comment

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After vegan rice recipes that taste delicious and are easy to make?

Here, we've come up with a collection of some of our favorite vegan rice recipes.

Whether you're in the mood for something adventurous like beetroot risotto or are after something classic like fried rice, the possibilities are endless.

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Dive into the world of vegan rice recipes, where the simple goodness of rice takes center stage in a combination of delicious flavors.

From the sweet zing of mango fried rice to the luscious comfort of vegetable risotto, there's a vegan rice dish to suit every craving.

Imagine quick fixes for those hectic weeknights, lazy weekend feasts that practically cook themselves, and ingenious meal preps that make life a breeze.

And hey, let's not forget the special occasions - because who said vegan can't be fancy?

These recipes are like your trusty sidekick, transforming your everyday rice into a delicious meal without breaking a sweat.

It's time to spice up your rice game and discover the joy of vegan rice recipes that are as easygoing as they are delicious.

Let's get cooking!

30 Delicious Vegan Rice Recipes

1. Instant Pot Basmati Rice

Cooked basmati rice in wooden bowls, and a wooden spoon with basmati rice on it.

This Instant Pot basmati rice recipe is a must-try if you're looking for a quick and simple way to cook rice.

This vegan recipe, which only calls for a few basic ingredients and aromatic basmati rice, is ideal for hectic weeknights.

Pair this fluffy and soft rice with your favorite vegan recipes for a delicious meal.

Instant Pot Basmati Rice

2. Purple Korean Rice

Close up image of Korean purple rice.

Indulge in the captivating allure of purple Korean rice, a remarkable dish that boasts a unique hue and texture.

Despite it's looks, purple Korean rice is easy to make.

What's more is that it makes a great dish on it's own, or when paired with other dishes such as Asian style tofu.

Purple Korean Rice

3. Instant Pot Coconut Rice

Coconut rice on a white plate with toasted coconut on top.

Fluffy, fragrant, and coconut infused Instant Pot coconut rice.

This dish is an easy to make side dish perfect to accompany many different meals.

Instant Pot Coconut Rice

4. Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe

Cilantro and lime rice in a white plate.

Easily make this cilantro lime rice recipe on the stovetop.

This vegan rice dish is great on it's own, or when served as a base for burrito bowls.

Bring the flavors of Mexico to your kitchen with this easy to make cilantro lime rice recipe.

Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe

5. Sweet Potato Rice Recipe

Rice with sweet potatoes in a bowl.

Aromatic, tender, and filling sweet potato rice.

This sweet potato rice recipe offers a delicious blend of fluffy, slightly sticky, short grain rice combined with golden sweet potato chunks.

Sweet Potato Rice Recipe

6. Mediterranean Yellow Rice

Close up image of Mediterranean rice in a plate.

Fluffy, fragrant, and delicious Mediterranean yellow rice.

This vegan rice dish makes for a great side dish to many different meals like roasted vegetables, grilled tofu, and salads.

Mediterranean Yellow Rice

7. Ghee Rice With Coconut Milk

Close up image of ghee rice with coconut milk in a bowl.

Light and fluffy ghee rice with coconut milk.

Delicious on it's own or when paired with grilled tofu, curries, dahl, or even tikka chicken.

Ghee Rice With Coconut Milk

8. Rice Pudding with Oat Milk

Oat milk rice pudding in a blue bowl lightly dusted with cinnamon powder.
Delicious and refreshing oat milk rice pudding.

Rice puddings are always delicious. If you're in the mood for a rich and comforting dessert, this vegan rice pudding will satisfy your craving.

This recipe is a variation on traditional rice pudding and is made with oat milk, cinnamon, and raisins.

It's the ideal dessert to enjoy alone or with loved ones on a relaxing night in.

Rice Pudding with Oat Milk

9. Lemon Rice

Close up image of lemon rice in a white bowl on a woven mat.

This delicious vegan recipe for lemon rice will add some zing to your meal.

This dish is excellent for adding some brightness to your lunch or dinner because it is made with fluffy basmati rice, lemon juice, and flavorful spices.

For a delicious meal, serve it with your preferred vegetables.

Lemon Rice

10. Mango Fried Rice

Close up image of mango fried rice with a wooden spoon.

With this vegan recipe for mango fried rice, take a trip to the tropics for your taste buds.

Thanks to the sweet and juicy mango, the crunchy vegetables, and the flavorful spices, this dish is bursting with flavor.

It's the ideal way to vary your typical rice preparation and spice up your mealtime.

Mango Fried Rice

11. Coconut Milk Pulao

Instant pot pulao on a white plate with a spoon and fork.

For anyone who enjoys rich, flavorful rice dishes, this vegan coconut milk pulao is a must-try.

This recipe, which uses fragrant basmati rice, coconut milk, and flavorful spices, is sure to become a new family favorite.

It's ideal for a relaxing evening at home or as a side dish at your upcoming dinner party.

Coconut Milk Pulao

12. Mushroom Arancini Risotto Balls

Mushroom arancini cut with a fork on a plate.

What about an impressive appetizer perfect for any time of the year and occasion? These risotto balls with mushrooms are sure to impress! T

hese balls are the ideal party snack or dinner starter because they are made with creamy risotto, earthy mushrooms, and crispy breadcrumbs.

Mushroom Arancini Risotto Balls

13. Vegetable Risotto

Close up image of risotto with zucchini and cherry tomatoes on a plate with a fork.

This vegetable risotto is great for a cozy night it with friends or a casual dinner party.

The creamy goodness of risotto can be enjoyed in a delicious and an easy way with this vegetable risotto recipe.

The best part, though?

For a dish that is truly unique, add your preferred vegetables and herbs.

Vegetable Risotto

14. Schezwan Fried Rice Recipe

Close up image of schezwan rice in a frying pan.

This vegan Schezwan fried rice recipe will spice up your life!

This dish is ideal for those who enjoy a little heat in their meals because it is made with flavorful basmati rice, crunchy vegetables, and fiery Schezwan sauce.

You can prepare it quickly and easily, and you can eat it for lunch or dinner.

Schezwan Fried Rice Recipe

15. One Pot Pulao

Close up image of vegetable pulao on a plate.

This one-pot pulao recipe is perfect if you're looking for a quick vegan meal.

This dish, which is made with flavorful basmati rice and a variety of vegetables, is ideal for busy weeknights when you want a nutritious meal with little work.

One Pot Pulao

16. Pandan Rice

Pandan rice in a bowl surrounded by a plate with a fried egg, a bowl of rice, and plates with vegetables.

A feast for the eyes and the palate, this vegan pandan rice black rice salad with roasted vegetables is made with roasted vegetables.

This dish is bursting with flavor and nutrition thanks to its vibrant colors, aromatic pandan rice, and substantial black rice.

This salad can be served as a main course or as a side dish thanks to the crispy and savory addition of the roasted vegetables.

Pandan Rice

17. Black Rice Salad with Roasted Vegetables

Close up image of grains of black rice being held in a hand.

Packed full of nutrients, this recipe for black rice salad with roasted vegetables is delicious, easy to make, and great for a side dish or main dish.

Black Rice Salad with Roasted Vegetables

18. Beetroot Risotto

Close up image of beetroot risotto in a skillet.

The earthy and sweet flavors of beetroot are infused into this creamy and rich risotto. It's ideal for a formal dinner party or a relaxing evening at home.

Beetroot Risotto

19. Mexican Brown Rice

Close up image of Spanish brown rice in a bowl with a metal spoon.

This vegan Mexican brown rice recipe is sure to satisfy your craving for hot and flavorful Mexican food.

This dish is fantastic as a side or as a main course because it's made with flavorful brown rice, fresh vegetables, and hot seasonings.

It's a delicious way to indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexican food.

Mexican Brown Rice

20. Spanish Rice and Beans

This hearty and flavorful recipe for vegan Spanish rice and beans is ideal for a satisfying weeknight meal.

A meal that is both wholesome and delicious is made by cooking the flavorful rice with savory spices and protein-rich beans.

Spanish Rice and Beans

21. Wild Rice with Garbanzo Beans

Earthy and wild rice with creamy garbanzo beans.

This recipe for wild rice with garbanzo beans creates a flavorful and nutritious meal. Serve it for a weeknight family dinner or even as a dinner party.

Wild Rice with Garbanzo Beans

22. Vegan Crispy Chicken with Sticky Rice (Wagamamas)

This "chicken" recipe is made with vegan ingredients.

Sticky rice is infused with fragrant seasonings and spices and when paired with crispy chicken it makes a filling meal.

Vegan Crispy Chicken with Sticky Rice (Wagamamas)

23. Wild Rice Pilaf

The nutty flavor and chewy texture of wild rice can be enjoyed with this delicious vegan wild rice pilaf recipe.

Rice is cooked with flavorful vegetables and savory seasonings to produce a dish that is savory and nourishing. Both a side dish and a main course, it works beautifully.

Wild Rice Pilaf

24. Indo Chinese Fried Rice

Indian and Chinese flavors are combined in this vegan recipe for Indo Chinese fried rice to create a unique dish.

The flavorful dish is made by stir-frying the fragrant basmati rice with crunchy vegetables and hot seasonings.

It works well as a side dish or a main dish.

Indo Chinese Fried Rice

25. Pineapple Fried Rice

For a tropical twist on your standard fried rice, try this vegan recipe for pineapple fried rice, which combines sweet and savory flavors.

A dish that is flavorful and refreshing is made by stir-frying the fragrant rice with sweet and juicy pineapple, crunchy vegetables, and savory seasonings.

Pineapple Fried Rice

26. Mexican rice

For a spicy and flavorful meal, try this colorful and delicious vegan recipe for Mexican rice.

Rice is cooked along with flavorful vegetables and savory seasonings to produce a dish that is both wholesome and decadent.

Both a side dish and a main course, it works beautifully.

Mexican rice

27. Caramel Rice Pudding

Something sweet and fancy. This recipe for caramel rice pudding is indulgent and is great for a cozy night.

Rich caramel flavors are infused into the creamy, fragrant rice pudding to create a dish that is satisfying and comforting.

Caramel Rice Pudding

28. Japanese Glass Noodle Salad

This light and flavorful vegan recipe for Japanese glass noodle salad is ideal for a balanced lunch or dinner.

The dish is both filling and flavorful thanks to the translucent glass noodles, crisp vegetables, and tangy dressing.

Japanese Glass Noodle Salad

29. Thai Basil Fried Rice

This spicy and flavorful vegan recipe for Thai basil fried rice is ideal for a quick and simple weeknight meal.

A delicious and wholesome dish is made by stir-frying fragrant jasmine rice with aromatic basil, vegetables, and hot seasonings.

Thai Basil Fried Rice

30. Curry Fried Rice

This hearty and flavorful vegan curry fried rice recipe is ideal for a filling meal.

The savory vegetables and fragrant curry spices are stir-fried with the fragrant basmati rice to create a dish that is both decadent and nutritious.

Both a side dish and a main course, it works beautifully.

Curry Fried Rice
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What rice is used for what?

Ever wondered which might be the best rice to use for a dish you're about to make.

Or maybe you're just curious and want to know more about rice in general.

Why not check out our pages on what is basmati rice and what is jasmine rice.

Helpful Rice Cooking Tips

Want to know how to cook rice or just need a little refresher?

Check out how to easily cook basmati rice, sushi rice, and jasmine rice on the stovetop.

Or, why not check out our recipes on how to make basmati rice, jasmine rice, and sushi rice in the Instant Pot.

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Recipe

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Vegan Rice Recipes

Emily
Whether you're in the mood for something adventurous like beetroot risotto or are after something classic like fried rice, the possibilities are endless when it comes to delicious vegan rice recipes.
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Prep Time 0 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 minutes mins
Time to Pressure and Pressure Release 20 minutes mins
Total Time 23 minutes mins
ESTIMATED COST : $1.20, or $0.30 a serve.
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Western
Servings 4 to 6 serves
Calories 146 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • Instant Pot Basmati Rice
  • Purple Korean Rice
  • Instant Pot Coconut Rice
  • Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe
  • Sweet Potato Rice Recipe
  • Mediterranean Yellow Rice
  • Ghee Rice With Coconut Milk
  • Rice Pudding with Oat Milk
  • Lemon Rice
  • Mango Fried Rice
  • Coconut Milk Pulao
  • Mushroom Arancini Risotto Balls
  • Vegetable Risotto
  • Schezwan Fried Rice Recipe
  • One Pot Pulao
  • Pandan Rice
  • Black Rice Salad with Roasted Vegetables
  • Beetroot Risotto
  • Mexican Brown Rice
  • Spanish Rice and Beans
  • Wild Rice with Garbanzo Beans
  • Vegan Crispy Chicken with Sticky Rice (Wagamamas)
  • Wild Rice Pilaf
  • Indo Chinese Fried Rice
  • Pineapple Fried Rice
  • Mexican rice
  • Caramel Rice Pudding
  • Japanese Glass Noodle Salad
  • Thai Basil Fried Rice
  • Curry Fried Rice

Instructions
 

  • Choose your favorite recipe from the list above.
  • Gather all the ingredients.
  • Follow the recipe directions and cook up a delicious vegan rice recipe

Notes

Nutrition, serving size and cook times are based on the first recipe on the recipe card.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serve (180 grams, 6.35 ounces)Calories: 146kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 45mgFiber: 2g
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Hi, I'm Emily! There's much more to rice than just cooking it on the stove. It's so versatile and you can create so many beautiful dishes with it. From puddings and desserts to main meals and even finger foods. There is something for everyone!

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