Now that Ramadan is here, it’s essential to focus on meals that are hydrating, filling, and packed with nutrients to sustain energy throughout the fasting hours. For those who do not know, Ramadan is a month where Muslims worldwide fast from sunrise until sunset in an effort to build discipline, to practice gratitude, and as part of a spiritual and physical cleanse. Suhoor, the pre-dawn meal, should include slow-digesting foods that provide lasting energy, such as overnight oats made with chia seeds, almond milk, and dates, or a protein-packed smoothie with bananas, flaxseeds, and plant-based yogurt. Hydrating foods like cucumbers, watermelon, and coconut water can also help prevent dehydration throughout the day. For iftar, breaking your fast with water and nutrient-rich foods like lentil soup, quinoa salad, or a hearty chickpea stew can help replenish electrolytes and restore energy levels. Incorporating fiber-rich vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats like avocados and nuts can further support digestion and keep you feeling full longer. Even for non-Muslims, these recipes can serve as nutrient-packed meals to replenish the body! To help you prepare, we’ve gathered a selection of delicious and nourishing vegan recipes perfect for Ramadan—check them out below!
Suhoor meal ideas:
Overnight Chocolate Chia-Seed Pudding by Minimalist Baker
Protein Smoothie by Nora Cooks
Protein Banana Parfait by Monchef Recipes
Berry Smoothie by Beaming Baker
Iftar meal Ideas:
‘Damn Good’ Lentil Soup by Plays Well With Butter
Shakshouka by School Night Vegan
Chickpea Vegan Omelette by The Hidden Veggies
Turkish Lentil Meatballs by Aegean Delight
Chilled Cucumber Basil Soup by Cooking on the Weekends