Healthy Fast Food: 13 Amazing Vegan Recipes That Are Far From Junk

I’ll bet any money you like that you have that one friend who thinks vegan food is all about nuts, seeds, and not a lot else. I’m right, aren’t I? Well, these healthy fast food recipes are the perfect way to keep them quiet.

From burgers to pizza, hot dogs to curry, these no-junk junk food recipes will have your non-vegan buddies questioning their lifestyle.

Let’s get started with number one…

The Vegan Stoner’s Tater Tot Hotdish

First on the list is a blog with a lot of character, The Vegan Stoner. Few blogs make recipe browsing as fun as this one does with their quirky ingredient illustrations and concise methods Even the biggest “heads” can follow along with these recipes!

So, to the dish. There’s no such thing as too many potatoes, right? Well, Sarah and Graham put that theory to the test with their tater tot hotdish, and it passes with flying colors. If you think it looks good, wait until you get your lips around it!

If you want to make one of your own, head over to their lovely blog for the full recipe.

Veggieful’s Vegetarian Big Mac

Ah, Big Macs. The infamous, artery clogging Mickey D’s burger. I know what you’re thinking, “How in the world would you make this a vegan dish?”

Well, look no further than Veggieful’s delicious, but still nutritious burger! Maddi even gives you a recipe for that addictive Big Mac sauce in vegan form. You don’t know how lucky you are!

Nutritionist meets Chef’s Carrot Hot Dog

Now, this one right here surprised me. What do you think of when you think hot dogs? Cook outs? Summer? The fact it is made from random animal parts melded into a pink goo?

If that last one got to you, consider trying out Petra from Nutritionist Meets Chef’s carrot hot dog recipe. It looks just like the regular backyard treat, but with less uncertainty! Pick up the recipe on Petra’s blog today!

The Gentle Chef’s Non-Dairy Fried Mozzarella Sticks

Skye at The Gentle Chef has the non-dairy bases covered with these fantastic mozzarella sticks. Just look at that beautiful presentation! These gooey, breaded parcels of joy will satisfy your cravings in a flash.

If your mouth is watering, visit The Gentle Chef to get your hands on this recipe.

Lauren Caris Cooks’ Vegan Meatball Sub

Who needs a five-dollar footlong when you can make this beauty at home? Lauren Caris Cooks presents this gorgeous no-meat meatball sub smothered in arrabbiata sauce and vegan mayo with a garnish of greens.

The mushrooms are the star of the show here, but in truth the whole thing comes together beautifully. I just love the addition of sun dried tomatoes. Healthy fast food has never been so good. Delicious!

Head over to the recipe and test it for yourself.

Fried Dandelions’ Vegan Pizza Pockets

Remember those pizza bites you’d take out of the freezer after school and devour? I certainly do, although I wish I didn’t!

Sarah has revamped this childhood favorite into a cute little snack with far fewer calories and a whole lot less guilt. Vegan puff pastry gives these little bundles of joy a crumbly casing, while the insides are simply melt in your mouth deliciousness.

Don’t believe me? Drop by Fried Dandelions and try them out for yourself.

Vegan Heaven’s Vegan Chili Cheese Fries

Have you ever seen a dish so attractive you don’t want to eat it? Well that’s how we feel about Sina at Vegan Heaven’s vegan chili cheese fries.

If you’re new to veganism and used to the average, greasy but oh-so-satisfying cheese fry dish, this recipe will change your expectations of what cheese fries are supposed to be.

For those of us who have been plant-based for a while, well, we can just rejoice at the fact that we have brilliant bloggers like Sina creating healthy fast food masterpieces like this for our pleasure.

This oven baked delicacy is comfort food without the guilt! Take a look at it here.

Where You Get Your Protein’s Copycat In-N-Out Vegan Burger with Spread

Thanks to Marlena, we vegans no longer need to listen to the “How do you cope without a good burger” line anymore.

Her recipe is pretty much perfect, and I’m sure it’ll help you persuade a few non-vegan naysayers along the way, too. Don’t forget to make the mayo-free spread for maximum authenticity, though. It’s simply divine!

For the full recipe, check out Where You Get Your Protein here.

Hot for Food’s Vegan Jalepeno Poppers

Some like it hot…and we are that “some” here. When I first went to Lauren and John’s Hot for Food site, not only did I fall for the minimalistic design, I was also head over heels for this jalepeno popper recipe.

This dish makes a great appetizer for your next potluck, or just a treat to hoard for yourself…just make sure you have some tongue calming peanut butter nearby (it really does work!).

Get ready to sweat, check out the recipe here.

K.O. Rasoi’s Vegan Tandoori Tofu Tikka Masala

K.O. Rasoi is the perfect site for those who want to venture outside of their culinary comfort zone. No standard recipes here…and I love it for that reason!

Sanjana put together a delicious paste with a variety of spices that she allows to seep into tofu puffs. Added to the creamy vegan tikka masala sauce, these puffs then take on even more flavor before being served with rice and paratha. If that doesn’t sound to die for, we don’t know what does. Honestly, you’ll be bookmarking this recipe once you’ve tried it for yourself.

Get your hands on the ingredients and method here. Don’t forget to explore the rest of K.O. Rasoi as well! It’s full of so many amazing vegan international dishes, all of which will help expand your vegan repertoire.

Wallflower Kitchen’s Vegan + Gluten-Free Socca Pizza

Oh yes, pizza. The staple of those late-night college group study sessions, family get-togethers, and just plain ol’ lounging in front of the TV.

Thankfully, there are plenty of dairy-free pizza recipes out there…and this one from Aimee at Wallflower Kitchen is one of my favorites.

Along with the beautiful visuals, Aimee offers a detailed explanation of the process she went through whilst making this pizza as perfect as it is. I’m sure you’ll appreciate her efforts as much as I do…especially once you’ve tasted it for yourself!

The Edgy Veg’s Vegan McChicken Sandwich

Candice at The Edgy Veg takes some of the edge off eating a McChicken Sandwich or two (or three) with this vegan copycat.

I love Candice, and this recipe is only one part of a vegan McDonalds series to be found on her incredibly popular blog. So, once you’ve delved into this one, feel free to make the whole menu if you’re feeling up to it!

The Viet Vegan’s Vegan Popcorn Chicken

If there is one vegan blogger you want to follow, Lisa from The Viet Vegan is the one. Her blog is well organized and holds numerous vegan delicacies that will make you swoon. She’s got everything covered, from appetizers all the way to sweet treats.

Today, I’m raving over Lisa’s vegan popcorn “chicken”. These little guys pack a punch and come complete with a well-seasoned breading that’s so good you might just forget about the dip recipe Lisa includes.

Shake a tail feather and pick up the recipe over at The Viet Vegan now.

See! Healthy fast food needn’t be difficult

Granted, some of these would still fall into the treat category, but still…you gotta love the fact that you can get some of your favorite junk food recipes without the junk!

Know of any other healthy fast food recipes that should have made the cut? Let me know in the comments below!