Missing your favorite fast food eats? We've got you covered! From Chipotle Crunchwrap Supreme to Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana, to Vegan Egg McMuffin, we have some of the best vegan and vegetarian copycat recipes in this list!
When you transition to a vegetarian or a plant-based diet, the reality is you can't enjoy many of your fast food favorites anymore.
Luckily, I've gathered the best copycat recipes out there that taste very similar, if not better, than their fast food versions.
I'm talking blow-your-mind similar, that even carnivores won't be able to tell there is no meat in these dishes!
Vegetarian and Vegan Copycat Recipes
There is something here for everyone no matter which diet you follow! These vegan and vegetarian fast food recipes are delicious, comforting, and easy to make.
My favorites include the Chipotle Tofu Sofritas, Panera Mediterranean Sandwich, and Costco Quinoa Salad.
Panera Bread Black Bean Soup Recipe
Panera Bread Black Bean Soup is a comforting and delicious soup you can make using pantry staples! It's perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner and is naturally vegan and gluten-free!
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Copycat Chipotle Plant-Based Sofritas
Chipotle Plant-Based Sofritas are made with crumbled tofu coated in a smoky chipotle marinade! They're easy to prep and ready in 25 minutes.
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Copycat Chick Fil A Superfood Salad
This Copycat Chick Fil A Superfood Salad is a delicious side you can make at home with a few simple ingredients! It's easy to prep and ready in just 20 minutes!
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Copycat Costco Quinoa Salad
This Copycat Costco Quinoa Salad is a healthy side or main dish that's perfect to serve at any family dinner! It's an abundant salad packed with plant-based protein, vegetables, and so much flavor!
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Copycat Chili's Black Bean Burger
This Chili's Black Bean Burger recipe will be one of your new favorite plant-based burgers! It's made with healthy ingredients and ready in 30 minutes.
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Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito Recipe
These Cheesy Bean and Rice Burritos are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or lunch on the go! They're hearty, comforting, and made with basic ingredients you probably have on hand right now!
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Panera Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich (Copycat Recipe)
If you're a fan of Panera Bread's Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich, then you will love this copycat recipe! This vegan-friendly version can be whipped up in just minutes and is easy to make gluten-free with a vegetarian option and an oil-free option.
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Vegan Gnocchi Soup by Serene Trail
This vegan gnocchi soup features soft and pillowy gnocchi cooked in a creamy vegetable broth. It's cozy, delicious, and ready in just 30 minutes. Serve alongside a piece of garlic bread for the ultimate cozy vibes!
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Copycat Panera Autumn Squash Soup by A Simple Palate
This autumn squash soup is packed with warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. It's made right in the slow cooker for an easy and hands-off lunch or dinner. Great for meal prep and freezing!
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Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup by The Healthy Epicurean
If you've never tried minestrone soup before, this Italian dish will win your heart! It's a tomato-based soup that has an abundance of vegetables like carrots, celery, spinach, and zucchini. It also has pasta and cannellini beans to keep you full and satisfied.
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Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Panera Copycat) by Moon and spoon and yum
Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a Panera copycat recipe that takes 20 minutes to make! It's creamy, comforting, and so cheesy, perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner! You can make it both in the Instant Pot and on the stovetop.
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Panera Bread Ten Vegetable Soup by Vegan Dollhouse
If you love the ten-vegetable soup at Panera Bread, then you have to make it home! As the name suggests, this soup is made with 10 different vegetables cooked in a tomato-based broth. It's healthy, delicious, and will nourish you from the inside out!
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Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup Like Panera by Natasha's Home
Just because you're vegan, that doesn't mean you can't enjoy a good broccoli cheddar soup! This recipe features vegan cheddar and non-dairy milk for a creamy, cheesy, and savory soup without the dairy!
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Vegan Zuppa Toscana by Thank You Berry Much
This vegan Zuppa Toscana tastes just as good, if not better than the original recipe! It consists of vegan Italian sausages, bacon, potatoes, and aromatics, cooked in vegan butter. Everything is then simmered in a savory broth. Enjoy on a cozy winter night with a slice of bread on the side!
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Chipotle Fresh Tomato Salsa by My Plantiful Cooking
Replace the store-bought salsa with this vibrant and fresh tomato salsa! It's made with just 5 ingredients and in less than 10 minutes. You can put it on veggie taco bowls, burritos, nachos, salads, and more!
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Chipotle Corn Salsa by Peas and Crayons
Corn salsa is one of the most popular toppings at Chipotle. And there is a reason for that! This salsa is fresh, crunchy, and tangy and goes well with SO many dishes! Luckily, it's super easy to make at home with a handful of ingredients.
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Copycat Qdoba Salsa Verde Recipe by The Typical Mom
Qdoba Salsa Verde is made with tomatillos, onion, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice. It's a combination of tangy, spicy, and salty and is ready in less than 10 minutes. This type of salsa is perfect for recipes where you need to add an extra kick and some flavor.
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Panda Express Eggplant Tofu by Sunglow Kitchen
Get your plant-based protein in with this saucy eggplant tofu recipe! This Panda Express copycat dish consists of crispy tofu, fried eggplant, and red bell peppers, coated in a sweet and spicy sauce. Enjoy with white or brown rice on the side!
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Crispy Vegan Orange Chicken (Copycat Panda Express) by My Pure Plants
Orange chicken is the most popular dish at Panda Express. This vegan version uses oyster mushrooms instead of chicken and I promise you won't know the difference! The best part is the tangy, sweet, and salty orange sauce that I just can't get enough of!
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Vegan Air-Fried Korean Cauliflower by Thank You Berry Much
This vegan Korean cauliflower is light and crisp thanks to using the trusty air fryer! It's coated in a spicy, sweet, and savory sauce made with gochujang, garlic, and ginger. This dish is truly irresistible and so delicious!
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Koreatown Tacos (Veggie Grill Copycat) by Olives for Dinner
If you've never tried Veggie Grill's tacos, you're in for a treat! These tacos feature vegan chicken nuggets coated in a sweet and spicy Korean glaze, stuffed into tortillas alongside black beans, avocado, arugula, cabbage, and more!
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Vegan Burrito Bowl (Chipotle Copycat) by The Almond Eater
This vegan burrito bowl is inspired by the version sold at chipotle. It's made with wholefood ingredients and features cilantro-lime rice, sauteed vegetables, black beans, avocado, and corn. Everything is topped with a creamy vegan chipotle aioli.
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Copycat IHOP Crispy Breakfast Potatoes by A Paige of Positivity
These breakfast potatoes are an IHOP copycat recipe that is easy to make and ready with just a few simple ingredients. You can use them with just about anything- burritos, eggs, served next to French toast, or any of your favorite meals!
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Panda Express Fried Rice by Masala Herb
This Panda Express fried rice is a great side dish you can make in less than 20 minutes. It features long-grain rice, green peas, carrots, and green onions that are first stir-fried, then seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. It's delicious and easy to make too!
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Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice (Chipotle Copycat) by Budget Delicious
Cilantro lime rice is the ultimate side dish you can use for burritos, tacos, curries, soups, and more! It's made with just 4 ingredients and is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
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Copycat Olive Garden Vegan Fried Ravioli by Cookilicious
Did you know that fried ravioli is one of the most popular appetizers at Olive Garden? And there is a good reason for that! It's a simple side dish that combines two amazing things- fried foods AND pasta! You can now make this vegan version at home in 10 minutes only.
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Five Guys Copycat Cajun Fries by The Scatty Mum
This copycat Five Guys recipe uses fresh potatoes and cajun spice mix for the best homemade fries! They're crispy, well-seasoned, and can be made either in the oven or air fryer.
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Copycat IKEA Veggie Balls by My Pure Plants
These Copycat IKEA Veggie Balls taste just like the real thing. They are crunchy, perfectly seasoned, and pack 6 different kinds of vegetables. A great source of fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals!
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Chipotle Fajita Veggies by Broke Bank Vegan
Chipotle fajita veggies are a light and healthy side dish you can make in 15 minutes! It features green bell peppers and red onion that are cooked in a cast-iron skillet until they're charred but still crunchy!
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Starbucks Copycat Vegan Egg Bites by Best Served Vegan
These vegan egg bites are the perfect make-ahead breakfast you can take on the go with you! The recipe features Just Egg as a replacement for regular eggs, as well as vegan bacon, cheese, vegetables, and spices!
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Copycat Chick-Fil-A Coleslaw by The Soccer Mom Blog
This Copycat Chick-Fil-A Coleslaw is fresh, crunchy, creamy, and a little tangy! It's the perfect side dish for BBQs, potlucks, picnics, or your next family dinner. Made with just 5 ingredients!
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Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls by The Soccer Mom Blog
This copycat recipe for Texas Roadhouse Rolls yields soft, fluffy, and buttery dinner rolls. It uses a few pantry ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen right now. The step-by-step photos make this recipe easy to follow so it can be made even by beginners at baking.
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Copycat Olive Garden Ravioli Di Portobello by Three Olives Branch
The next time you're craving Olive Garden, make this copycat recipe instead! Pillowy mushrooms ravioli coated in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and finished with a generous amount of shredded cheese.
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Vegan Silken Tofu Mac and Cheese (Panera Copycat) by Avocado Skillet
This vegan mac and cheese recipe is made with silken tofu and nutritional yeast for a creamy and nut-free pasta dish! It's high in protein and perfect for those allergic to cashews. Gluten-free option included.
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Vegan Olive Garden Alfredo Copycat by Cooking on Caffeine
This copycat recipe tastes just like the famous alfredo pasta at Olive Garden, but vegan! Non-dairy butter, milk, parmesan cheese, and mayo are the base for this creamy alfredo sauce. It's gluten-free and nut-free as well!
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Modern Greek Salad [Panera Bread Copycat] by I Heart Vegetables
Vibrant, fresh, and full of color, this Greek Salad will be your new favorite spring or summer side dish! Crunchy romaine lettuce, creamy feta cheese, salty kalamata olives, cooked quinoa, and chopped almonds, are all coated in a tangy vinaigrette.
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The BEST Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme by Rainbow Plant Life
In the mood for a Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme?! This vegan version is packed with textures and flavors that will make your taste buds sing! It has vegan nacho cheese sauce, homemade taco meat, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and more!
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Crispy Cheesy Vegan Quesarito by spabettie
This copycat recipe combines vegan queso, cheese, meat crumbles, and Spanish rice in a gluten-free tortilla. The result is a crunchy, cheesy, and flavorful vegan Quesarito that is ready in 15 minutes and is truly irresistible!
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Taco Bell Style Vegetarian Mexican Pizza by My Cooking Journey
This Taco Bell Style Vegetarian Mexican Pizza uses flour tortillas instead of pizza dough as a base for your favorite toppings! Refried beans, enchilada sauce, veggies, and cheese make for a delicious and hearty combo!
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Vegan Chili Cheese Burrito (Taco Bell Copycat) by Naturallie Plant-Based
The Chili Cheese Burrito is one of the most popular burritos at Taco Bell! This homemade version is just as good as the real thing. It uses vegan staples such as pinto beans, textured vegetable protein, and vegan cheese.
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Vegan Mexican Pizza by Serene Trail
Just 20 minutes stand between you and this delicious Taco-Bell-style Mexican pizza. Enjoy this quick and easy recipe with your favorite toppings like vegan cheese, "beef" crumbles, vegan sour cream, and more!
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Chick Fil A Sauce by Recipes From a Pantry
Make the famous Chick-Fil-A special sauce at home with just 6 pantry ingredients! This sauce is perfect for dipping in just about anything- from fried foods and chips to vegetables and flatbread. Great for bringing to a party or serving at a family dinner.
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Vegan Chick-Fil-Aint Sauce (Without Barbecue) by Cooking on Caffeine
Vegans like the Chick-Fil-A sauce too, so here is a recipe that you can make with just 5 ingredients! It's creamy, smoky, tangy, and perfect for veggie burgers, fries, or vegan chicken nuggets.
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Vegan Egg Mcmuffin (McDonald’s copycat) by Cadry's Kitchen
Vegan food doesn't have to be boring, and this recipe proves just that! This vegan egg Mcmuffin is packed with fiber, plant-based protein, vitamins, and minerals, and it doesn't compromise with flavor too!
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Vegetarian Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole by Mindy's Cooking Obsession
Is there anything better than the combo of potatoes and cheese? I think not! This Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, and is easy to make with only 7 ingredients!
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Copycat Olive Garden Capellini Pomodoro by Three Olives Branch
This light and refreshing pasta dish is a copycat recipe for Olive Garden's Capellini Pomodoro. It uses 8 simple ingredients and combines fresh Roma tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and tomato sauce with angel hair pasta cooked until al dente.
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Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (Ruth's Chris Copycat) by Delicious Table
When it comes to the classics, sweet potato casserole is one we can't miss mentioning. Sweet and buttery sweet potato puree topped with pecan crumble and baked until golden perfection. What's not to love? Try it now and thank me later!
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Vegan Fried Chicken (KFC Copycat) by Watch Learn Eat
What is better than fried chicken? This plant-based alternative tastes like the real deal. The "chicken" pieces are so crispy, golden, and delicious. Get the taste of classic fried chicken at home using vegan ingredients!
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So, I'm curious to know which one of these vegan and vegetarian copycat recipes you are trying first. Given that there are so many good options, you can't go wrong with any of them!
When you try something from this list, leave me a comment and a review down below, and share your experience with us!
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