These vegan recipes by top chefs bring some serious talent to your kitchen!
By Lora O’Brien
Once upon a time, gourmet food was all about the animal products. Veggies were a mere garnish to dishes like Chicken Kiev, Beef Bourguignon or Crab a la King.
Sadly, that’s still true to a large extent. Today’s top chefs, such as Heston Blumenthal, Joel Rubichon and Marco Pierre White are still obsessed with meat, butter and cream. But there’s good news, too! After realising the health benefits of a vegan diet, even former vegan-hater Gordon Ramsay is coming round to the idea of veganism.
Of course, the fact that the demand for vegan options is spreading doesn’t hurt, either. These chefs know that in order to stay relevant, they need to think up some delish vegan dishes, or fade into oblivion. And think up those dishes they have done indeed!
Below, I’ve collected together some of my favourite vegan recipes by chefs worldwide. Many dishes are fully vegan, some need a little tweaking to make them so, but they’re all super diverse and yummy!
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Celebrity Chefs Share Their Vegan Recipes
1. Nigella Lawson: Moroccan Vegetable Pot
You can’t mention vegan recipes by top chefs without a shout out to the soothing voice that is Nigella! In this warmly-spiced vegetable stew, parsnips and carrots merge with tangy preserved lemons and dried apricots. It’s the perfect winter warmer, and it smells so wonderfully festive as it cooks!
Photo by Jonathan Lovekin
Get the recipe here.
2. Raymond Blanc: Pea Dip
French chef Raymond Blanc has come up with the perfect snacky starter. This fresh pea dip is one of the best vegan recipes by top chefs for enjoying seasonal veggies all year round. It’s super refreshing, tasty and more-ish, and is a great substitute for that usual vegan staple, hummus. Top tip: pop all veggies into the fridge ahead of serving so they’re fresh and crisp.
Get the recipe here.
3. Alexis Gauthier: Vegan Faux Gras
The multi-award-winning French chef has been vegan since 2016, which means his menu has shone the light on vegetables over the past years. Alex Gauthier teamed up with BOSH to create a really innovative dish: vegan faux gras. Made from lentils, walnuts, fresh veggies and lots of herbs, it makes the most decadent spread that’s just perfect for smearing on some hot sourdough.
Get the recipe here.
4. Ming Tsai: Mushroom Bok Choy Stir Fry
Chinese chef Ming Tsai is convinced that food is medicine. Medicine so powerful, it can boost or break your health, depending on what you choose to eat. That’s why he’s now offering an array of ultra-healthy recipes to his fans, including this one. And this dish below is one of the healthiest vegan recipes by top chefs! The maitake mushrooms here are anti-inflammatory and help the immune system. And the bok choy contains compounds that protect cells from DNA damage. Served with some brown rice, this makes the perfect meal.
Get the recipe here.
5. Heston Blumenthal: Vegan Chilli
Heston Blumenthal is known for his creative, often artistic, recipes. And this rich, filling meat-free chilli is no exception! Every bit as delicious as the carnivorous dish it’s inspired by, this is a flavour explosion! There are chargrilled peppers, marmite (yes, really!), star anise and…spiked vegan chocolate! Intrigued? I know I am!
Get the recipe here.
6. Gordon Ramsay: Vegan BLT
The angry, bulldog of a chef may have been pretty vocal about his feelings on vegan diets before. But it seems Gordon Ramsay is slowly opening up to the idea of a cruelty-free diet. While his vegan recipes are so far pretty minimal, you’ve gotta love this innovative vegan BLT!
Get the recipe here.
7. Curtis Stone: Grilled Zucchini with Basil
Celebrity chef Curtis Stone has many vegetarian recipes on his website that can be adapted to be vegan, alongside some actual vegan ones. One that caught my eye was this grilled zucchini with basil and balsamic vinegar. The perfect side dish, the flavours all combine to really elevate the simple veggie.
Get the recipe here.
8. Julia Child: Fluffy Bread
Chef Julia Child was famous for her Cordon Bleu training in the kitchen. What that mean was TONS of cream, butter and always, always meat. BUT! I managed to find one vegan recipe of hers. Light, fluffy and easy to make at home, this bread will become a household essential. Use it for toast, a sandwich or to make it into croutons. Yum!
Get the recipe here.
9. Joseph Centeno: Vegan Queso
Joseph Centeno has created one of the most useful vegan recipes by top chefs! This vegan queso can be used on nachos, for dipping in crudites, or even mixed throughout pasta. The celeb chef is most famous for his Tex Mex creations, so you can also sub in this recipe for most of the cheesier dishes in his repetoire, too.
Get the recipe here.
1o. Jamie Oliver: Epic Vegan Lasagne
Who doesn’t love a well made lasagne? If you think you had to ditch it after going vegan, think again! The King of British cooking, Jamie Oliver, has given this popular recipe a total vegan makeover. And it’s delicious! Think oozy vegan cheese, creamy bechamel and a rich, meat-free ragu. One of my favourite vegan recipes by top chefs for sure!
Get the recipe here.
11. David Chang: Crunchy Noodle Coleslaw
American chef David Chang is the founder of the popular Momofuku restaurant group. It’s loved for its modern Korean dishes and healthy approach to eating. And one dish we’re loving in his crunchy noodle coleslaw. Honestly, we never would have thought to pair dried ramen noodles with coleslaw, but it just works! One of the most innovative vegan recipes by top chefs, it’s perfect for those upcoming summer BBQs.
Get the recipe here.
12. Nobu Matsuhisa: Roasted Miso Cauliflower
If you haven’t yet dined at Nobu, you can now bring the fine dining experience to your home. Not only does Nobu have a whole cookbook, but now they’re sharing a few recipes online. Of course, most of those recipes aren’t vegan. But this roasted miso cauliflower is a delicious way to experience the deliciousness of the Nobu kitchen.
Get the recipe here.
13. Daniel Boulud: Mushroom and Barley Soup
Originally from Lyon, Chef Daniel Boulud is widely celebrated as one of America’s leading culinary authorities. Though most of his recipes are heavy on the butter and cream, this wild mushroom and barley soup is a wonderful exception. Super nourishing and wholesome, it’s like a hug in a bowl!
Get the recipe here.
14. Chantelle Nicholson: Courgette Fritters
Perhaps not as well known as other names on this list, Chantelle Nicholson is a British chef paving the way for sustainability in cooking. Her former restaurant was awarded a green Michelin star in 2021 for its commitment to sustainability. Celebrating the joys of plant-based cooking, her crispy, tasty courgette fritter is garnished with crunchy cashews and parsley. Perfect for starting a gourmet dinner for friends!
Get the recipe here.
15. Martha Stewart: Vegan Apple Pie
I couldn’t do a list of vegan recipes by top chefs without a dessert, right? And this apple pie is an absolute classic. It’s sweet, it’s spicy, and it’s perfect for enjoying over a cup of steaming hot coffee!
Get the recipe here.
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