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These vegan mushroom recipes include everything from main courses to appetizers, hearty soups and stews, salads and side dishes, and more! There’s something here for everyone, even the meat-lovers. And if you think mushrooms aren’t your thing, there are a couple recipes on this list that may change your mind!

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Mushrooms are prized for their meaty texture and savory umami flavor. They’re a versatile vegetable that’s packed with nutrition, and they do a great job of mimicking meat.

This really is the ultimate collection of vegan mushroom recipes! There is something here for everyone.

With Indian mushroom masala curry that’s rich with spices, all you have to do is whip up a batch of rice and dinner is done. No need to order takeout!

You’ll be surprised at how much vegan ground beef made with mushrooms looks like the real thing! It will delight even the pickiest eaters.

Indulge in a creamy bowl of creamy polenta with roasted mushrooms. You won’t believe there isn’t any dairy to be found!

Cozy up with a hearty bowl of mushroom stew, or make it next time you have guests coming over and watch them swoon. The variety of vegan mushroom soup recipes is almost endless.

Mix up some Magical Wild Mushroom Seasoned Salt and you will never buy Trader Joe’s Umami Seasoning Blend again!

No matter what type of vegan mushroom recipe you’re looking for, this post is sure to inspire you! In addition to being vegan, many of these recipes are gluten free and low carb. Bookmark this post so you can easily refer back later.

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Vegan Mushroom Recipes Perfect for Lunch or Dinner

With stir fries, burgers, fajitas, and mushroom-based vegan ground beef, these dishes have dinnertime covered. Make extra so there will be leftovers for lunch!

Vegan Ground Beef
This vegan ground beef recipe made with shitake mushrooms, lentils, and walnuts is the most delicious plant-based ground meat out there. It's full of satisfying umami flavor and texture from the mushrooms, and you can use it as a substitute for hamburger meat in all your favorite recipes.
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Vegan Ground Beef
Japanese Eggplant and Oyster Mushroom Stir Fry
A simple plant-based stir fry with Japanese eggplant and oyster mushrooms sautéed in a garlic ginger soy sauce. This eggplant and mushroom stir fry is a quick and easy 30 minute vegan meal – perfect for weeknight dinners or lunches!
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Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burgers
These are the best grilled portobello mushroom burgers! This easy recipe uses common ingredients and simple seasonings to create a delicious, healthy burger that the whole family will love.
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Vegan Fajitas Recipe with Portobello Mushrooms
These portobello mushroom fajitas are marinated for maximum flavor, then baked on a sheet pan for an easy dinner or hot lunch. It's a great dish for meal prep too!
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Vegan BBQ Pulled Mushroom Sandwiches
Pulled Mushroom Sandwiches are the ultimate summertime sandwich! You won’t need a grill to make this vegan take on bbq pulled pork sandwiches, but you will need a stack of napkins, because things are going to get messy! These sandwiches are made with a homemade barbecue sauce, but they still only take about 20 minutes to cook.
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Vegan BBQ Pulled Mushroom Sandwiches

Vegan Mushroom Comfort Food Meals

If you thought that comfort food has to be heavy or full of meat and/or dairy, these vegan mushroom comfort foods will blow you away! Flaky pot pie, healthy butter bean mash, and creamy polenta (that doesn’t actually have cream), yes please.

Mushroom Pot Pie
A fantastic vegetarian main, this mushroom pot pie is made with store-bought puff pastry and a delicious savoury mixed mushroom filling.
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Mushroom Pot Pie
Vegan Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms
Try this creamy Vegan Polenta with roasted oyster mushrooms! This gluten-free polenta is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or for date night.
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Vegan Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms
Butter Bean Mash with Sautéed Mushrooms and Kale
This butter bean mash with sauteed portobello mushrooms, kale, and crunchy almond breadcrumbs hits all the spots. Creamy, crunchy, and packed with flavour. It is an easy stovetop meal that will satisfy vegans and meat-eaters alike.
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Butter Bean Mash with Sautéed Mushrooms and Kale

Vegan Mushroom Appetizers

Whether you’re looking for a bite-sized nibble to serve at your next party, a snack for after school munching, or a crowd-pleasing vegan appetizer, you’ll find it here. I can’t wait to try the roasted mushroom tapenade!

Classic Vegan Mushroom and Lentil Pâté
Mushrooms make a delicious pate when combined with lentils! Perfect for spreading on toast, to add to vegan snack board, or on a sandwich.
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Classic Vegan Mushroom & Lentil Pâté
Vegan Caramelized Onion Pizza with Shiitake Mushroom “Bacon”
For this vegan caramelized onion pizza, the wow factor comes from shiitake mushroom “bacon.” It's a delicious light meal or appetizer.
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Vegan Caramelized Onion Pizza with Shiitake Mushroom Bacon
Herby Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
These herby vegan stuffed mushrooms are easy to make and packed with fresh garlicky, citrus-y deliciousness. These little guys are great served as party finger food, a starter, or a light main dish when paired with a fresh salad and crusty bread.
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Herby Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
Roasted Mushroom Tapenade
This Mushroom Tapenade is a flavorful vegan appetizer! It's made with grilled mushrooms, garlic, walnuts, Dijon mustard, and Kalamata olives.
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Roasted Mushroom Tapenade
Ricotta Stuffed Mushrooms with Fresh Oregano
Made with almond ricotta and packed with protein and flavor, these vegan ricotta stuffed mushrooms are the perfect savory bites for any party spread. 
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Ricotta Stuffed Mushrooms with Fresh Oregano

Vegan Fried Mushrooms

Fried mushrooms are what really call to me. Not only in this recipe collection, but any time I see them on a menu!

I love a good fried mushroom – crispy outside, tender inside and full of flavor. They’re perfect for pairing with your favorite sauce for dipping!

These vegan fried mushrooms are next-level. They actually look like fried chicken! If you have friends or family members who claim that they don’t like mushrooms, one of these fried mushroom recipes is a good place to start if you want to win them over.

Fried Oyster Mushrooms
With a crispy, crunchy exterior and tender mushroom on the inside, each handheld ‘shroom is well-seasoned bliss. You can't beat this texture! Hands down one of the best homemade fried dinner recipes and a favorite vegan appetizer recipe!
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Fried Oyster Mushrooms
Fried Oyster Mushrooms aka Vegan Fried Chicken
Looking for a delicious and easy way to enjoy oyster mushrooms? Try frying them up! This simple recipe results in mushrooms that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Trust us, they make an amazing addition to any meal.
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Fried Oyster Mushrooms aka Vegan Fried Chicken
Air Fryer Breaded Mushrooms
These vegan and gluten-free Breaded Mushrooms are made in the air fryer. They are super crispy, easy to make, and perfect as a side dish or appetizer!
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Air Fryer Breaded Mushrooms

Vegan Mushroom Salad Recipes

I absolutely love mushroom salads; the flavor and texture of mushrooms stands up really well! I typically go for an Asian-inspired dressing with a ‘shroom salad. However, anything with balsamic or garlic is also a great flavor pairing.

Glazed King Oyster Mushroom Recipe Served with Kale Salad and Maple Tahini Dressing
This Glazed King Oyster Mushroom recipe enhances the mushrooms’ umami savory flavor and balances it with sweet, salty, sour, and spicy ingredients. Don’t be intimidated if you’ve never cooked these mushrooms before; it’s as easy as slicing, marinating, and pan-searing them!
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Mushroom Salad with Ginger Sesame Dressing
This warm mushroom salad is tossed with bitter greens and a ginger sesame dressing, and is a perfect way to use wild, homegrown, and specialty mushrooms.
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Mushroom Salad with Ginger Sesame Dressing
Mushroom Salad
A simple warm mushroom salad is a great way to get the benefits of mushrooms. This salad can also be eaten cold as a delicious side dish or appetizer.
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Vegan Mushroom Salad

Vegan Mushroom Side Dish Recipes

Sometimes you just want to keep your sides simple, and these vegan mushroom side dish recipes will do just that. Simple or not, they still pack a punch of flavor.

Garlic Roasted Mushrooms Recipe
This vegan Garlic Roasted Mushrooms recipe is seasoned simply with salt, pepper, olive oil, and fresh rosemary for an easy side dish that pairs well with just about anything.
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Baked Portobello Mushrooms
These marinated baked portobellos are so flavorful and delicious! The marinade is made from five simple ingredients including balsamic vinegar and soy sauce, which give it the perfect tanginess and heartiness to satisfy your tastebuds. With five star reviews and a delicious umami flavor, these mushrooms pair well with most main dishes or act as a vegan main dish on their own.
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How to Cook Lion’s Mane Mushrooms
This simple recipe for sautéing lion's mane mushrooms brings out the deep savory, umami flavors in this fun fungi.
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Vegan Mushroom Rice and Other Grain Pilaf Recipes

The earthy flavor of mushrooms is a great complement with rice and other grains. These sides can act as a stand-alone meal, or use them as a side dish paired with whatever main course you like.

Caramelized Mushroom Rice
This Mushroom Rice recipe is full of tender rice, caramelized mushrooms, and fresh herbs. Made with vegan butter for extra creaminess, it makes a delicious side dish or light meal.
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Caramelized Mushroom Rice
Creamy Mushroom Risotto
Creamy Mushroom Risotto is an amazingly flavorful side dish perfect for any special dinner. This post includes instructions for preparing risotto on the stove top and in the Instant Pot.
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Creamy Mushroom Risotto
Cremini Mushroom Millet Pilaf
This easy millet pilaf with baby bella or cremini mushrooms is full-on flavour and easy to make. It's sure to be a hit with both meat and veggie-lovers!
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Vegan Mushroom Pasta and Noodle Recipes

With everything from gnocchi to egg noodles and even orzo, you can’t go wrong pairing mushrooms with pasta or noodles!

Pan-Fried Gnocchi and Seared Mushrooms with Cashew Butter Pesto Sauce
Pan-fried gnocchi are served under a blanket of seared mushrooms in a creamy, garlicky, cashew butter pesto sauce. If you make the sauce while the water comes to a boil for the gnocchi, this flavorful and comforting dinner is ready in under 20 minutes!
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Pan Fried Gnocchi and Seared Mushrooms with Cashew Butter Pesto Sauce
Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff
Transform a weeknight meal into something special with this creamy, Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff recipe. Packed with meaty mushrooms for a hearty and satisfying, yet light sauce that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
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Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff
Mushroom Ragu
This mushroom ragu vegan pasta sauce is prepared with garlic, wine, herbs, and a variety of delicious vegetables, making it well worth making. If you love vegetables or are a vegan, this homemade spaghetti sauce with mushrooms is the best ragu recipe to try for a new version of this classic dish.
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Mushroom Ragu
Creamy Gnocchi with Wild Mushrooms
This cozy bowl of wild mushroom gnocchi features a creamy vegan sauce made with soy milk. It's a simple and healthy plant based meal.
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Ceramy Gnocchi with Wild Mushrooms
Mushroom Orzo
This Mushroom Orzo is rich, filling, and utterly delicious. The earthy flavor of the mushrooms is so tasty and it makes a great light lunch or side for dinner.
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Mushroom Orzo

Vegan Mushroom Curry Recipes

You’ll never miss the meat in these vegan mushroom curry dishes! They’re packed with flavor and will satisfy your strongest cravings for Indian food while keeping things healthy.

Gluten Free Vegan Mushroom Masala Curry Recipe
This gluten free vegan mushroom masala recipe is a rich and satisfying curry with a creamy cashew sauce, green peas, and exotic spices.
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Roasted Eggplant and Mushroom Curry
Vegan Roasted Eggplant and Mushroom Curry is an Indian curry recipe that is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and nutritious! Make it as a meal prep recipe or for stunning your guests!
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Mushroom Dahl with Coriander
Mushroom Dahl with Coriander Relish is not some simple and mundane dahl – it’s our very special, loved, and cherished autumn/winter meal that bursts with flavours and impresses with different textures.
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Mushroom Dahl with Coriander
Mushroom Masala Curry
This Mushroom Masala recipe is an easy, delicious one-pot curry made with white button mushrooms in a spiced onion-tomato sauce. The best part is it's vegan and gluten-free!
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Mushroom Masala Curry

Vegan Mushroom Stew Recipes

These vegan mushroom stews are rich and decadent. They’re healthy comfort food at its finest, and sure to warm your soul.

Vegan Mushroom and Smoked Tofu Bourguignon
This is a vegan take on the classic French Bourguignon, but using mushrooms instead of beef. Deliciously meaty (but vegan!), and very cozy, this Mushroom Bourguignon is a perfect cozy warm meal on a cold day.
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Vegan Mushroom and Smoked Tofu Bourguignon
Hearty Mushroom Stew with Potatoes
Who says hearty has to mean heavy? This Mushroom Stew is hearty and filling, but not too heavy. It's meatless, earthy, and absolutely bursting with flavor!
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Hearty Mushroom Stew with Potatoes
Vegan Mushroom Goulash
This mushroom goulash is ready in just a few easy steps. Serve it with pasta, grains, or any side dish for a well-rounded meal that’s packed with nutrients and great for meal prep!
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Vegan Mushroom Goulash
Hearty Tomato Mushroom Vegetable Stew
This hearty vegetable stew is vegan, comforting, and comes together in one top! This is a dinner that everyone loves: vegans, vegetarians, and even meat lovers!
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Hearty Tomato Mushroom Vegetable Stew
Vegan Gluten-Free Mushroom Étouffée
This spicy Vegan Gluten-Free Mushroom Étouffée is served over brown rice for a delicious vegetarian and allergy-friendly Louisiana stew.
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Vegan Gluten-Free Mushroom Étouffée

Vegan Mushroom Soup Recipes

Knowing how to make your own wild mushroom broth is extremely useful. You can use it to make any number of soup and stew recipes, such as mushroom miso ramen and tons of creamy mushroom soups! These vegan mushroom soup recipes are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Vegan Mushroom Miso Ramen
This umami-rich shiitake mushroom broth is deepened with miso and toasted sesame. It’s everything satisfying and savory that we all want from an amazing bowl of soup. Grilled marinated tofu and shiitakes take it over the top with chewy noodles, and fresh baby bok choy!
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Vegan Mushroom Miso Ramen
Curried Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Crispy Fried Mushrooms
This creamy, curried roasted cauliflower soup is topped with handfuls of crispy fried mushrooms, toasted coconut, and sliced green onions. The soup is packed with flavor and is naturally vegan.
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Curried Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Crispy Fried Mushrooms
Pressure Cooker Wild Mushroom Broth
Step aside bone broth, you’ve got some healthy competition! One of the most affordable and delicious ways to get all the health benefits of mushrooms is in homemade Pressure Cooker Wild Mushroom Broth!
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Pressure Cooker Wild Mushroom Broth
Creamy Vegan Mushroom Wild Rice Soup
This hearty and satisfying Creamy Vegan Mushroom Wild Rice Soup is an easy and delicious one-pot (or Instant Pot!) meal. Make this richly flavored soup with pantry staples for a quick and nourishing meal. It's so creamy that no one will believe that it’s dairy-free! A gluten-free option is included as well.
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Creamy Vegan Mushroom Wild Rice Soup
Creamy Oyster Mushroom Soup with Thyme
This Creamy Oyster Mushroom Soup is an easy and quick dinner or lunch that comes together in 1 pot and 35 minutes! It's naturally vegan, dairy-free, and nut-free, and has a gluten-free option.
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Creamy Oyster Mushroom Soup with Thyme

Vegan Mushroom Sauce Recipes, Condiments, and How-Tos

Let’s just say, whether or not you’re vegan you’ll go crazy for this vegan mushroom gravy adorning a fluffy pile of mashed potatoes. Also, mushroom seasoned salt sounds pretty genius. And yes to mushroom bacon! I don’t eat pork bacon anyway, so I can see this becoming a favorite at my house.

Vegan Mushroom Gravy
No one will know it's vegan! Mushrooms and shallots, sautéed until golden, and then joined by sherry, thyme, and vegetable broth. Easy and delicious.
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Magical Wild Mushroom Seasoned Salt
Things like this Magical Wild Mushroom Seasoned Salt are the little things that you can add to your everyday, basic cooking that take food from boring to extraordinary.
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Mushroom Salt
How to Make Vegan Mushroom Bacon
Learn how to make vegan mushroom bacon with simple, real ingredients. A vegetarian and vegan alternative to bacon and full of flavor!
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How to Make Vegan Mushroom Bacon

What do you make with mushrooms? Share your favorite recipes in the comments below!

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  1. All of these recipes look delicious! Thank you for including one of mine!

    1. Dianne, Thank you so much for letting me include your BBQ pulled mushroom sandwiches – they look incredible!

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