Ten Vegan Cookbooks Worth Buying

In this episode of the Vegans Explore Podcast, host Sean A. Russell shares ten Vegan cookbooks that can inspire your home cooking and make plant-based living more enjoyable. Whether you are looking for comfort food, bold flavors, Italian classics, Caribbean and southern influences, gut-friendly dishes, or budget-friendly meals, this guide offers something for every type of cook. You can find a full list of Vegan cookbooks and other resources inside the Vegans Explore Directory, which is updated every week.

Why Vegan Cookbooks Matter

Many people struggle with not knowing what to cook
Cookbooks introduce structure, creativity, and confidence
Vegans Explore Directory offers a larger collection to explore

Cooking from the Spirit by Tabitha Brown

Joyful, intuitive, comforting recipes
Encourages creativity and tasting as you go
Great for beginners or anyone wanting soulful, healing meals

Badass Vegan by John Lewis

Bold flavors designed to fuel strength and purpose
Focus on whole food meals for active lifestyles
Includes motivation and empowerment through food

Vegana Italiana by Tara Punzone

Authentic Italian flavors made fully plant-based
Homemade pastas, rustic sauces, and Mediterranean classics
Accessible and perfect for lovers of Italian comfort food

Afro Vegan by Bryant Terry

Culinary blend of African, Caribbean, and southern traditions
Recipes paired with cultural stories and history
Rich flavors and community-centered cooking

The Fiber Fueled Cookbook by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

Gut health made simple and approachable
High fiber meals that support digestion and energy
Evidence-based guidance and meal plans

Isa Does It by Isa Chandra Moskowitz

Quick and comforting recipes for everyday cooking
Simple ingredients and minimal fuss
Ideal for busy cooks wanting weeknight-friendly meals

Plant Based on a Budget by Toni Okamoto

Practical, affordable, flavorful plant-based meals
Shopping tips, batch cooking strategies, and budget hacks
Perfect for students, families, and busy schedules

The How Not to Die Cookbook by Dr. Michael Greger

Research-driven recipes centered on long-term wellness
Meals built around beans, greens, berries, and whole grains
Transforms nutritional science into daily eating habits

Eat What Elephants Eat by Dominick Thompson

Whole food strength-building meals
Hearty and athlete-friendly
Includes motivation and lifestyle guidance

Sweet Potato Soul by Jenne Claiborne

Southern comfort with a plant-based twist
Colorful, warming, nostalgic flavors
Easy, joyful recipes filled with personality

Closing Highlights

These ten cookbooks offer variety, culture, and confidence
Perfect for building your plant-based kitchen at any level
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About the Show

The Vegans Explore Podcast is on a mission to record a new episode every day until November 1, 2026, spotlighting Vegan topics, changemakers, nonprofits, and brands from around the world. Explore additional episodes.