Vegan St. Patrick’s Day Recipes

You don't need an excuse to eat healthy and green but St. Patrick's Day could be one! Green foods have health boosting powers and eating more veggies is a great way to get into the spirit of the holiday so we've rounded up our best vegan St. Patrick's Day recipes for you!
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Green matcha frosting cupcakes for St Patrick's Day on a cooling rack.
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Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with some incredible vegan recipes! Whether you’re hosting a party or just looking to enjoy some festive flavors, there are plenty of plant-based dishes to try. From hearty stews to vibrant green treats, these recipes bring all the fun of the holiday without the need for animal products. With a little creativity, you can enjoy all the classic St. Patrick’s Day flavors in a fresh, vegan-friendly way.

You’ll find delicious ideas and vegan Irish recipes to make your celebration extra special. You’re guaranteed to love these savory mains, tasty sides, and sweet desserts perfect for the occasion. Think rich potato dishes, colorful green smoothies, and even fun veggie cocktail? Whether you’re cooking for friends, family, or just yourself, these recipes will add some festive flair (and a lot of compassion) to your St. Patrick’s Day feast!

The Green Season

Green is appropriate in March not just for the luck of the Irish but also because it brings the first sprouts of new life. Spring is a time of renewal and rejuvenation—so refresh yourself with some energizing green foods.

Eating a colorful diet helps to ensure a balanced intake of a wide variety of nutrients. When it comes to nutrition, the color green is a powerhouse! Chlorophyll is the energizing green pigment in plants responsible for harnessing the energy of the sun—what’s more rejuvenating than that? St. Patrick’s Day brings out the green in all of us! 

The Best Vegan St. Patrick’s Day Recipes

Continuing the green theme, here are our best vegan Irish recipes with vibrant green colors that are perfect for serving on St. Patrick’s Day!

Kale Cocktail (MosKale Mule)

This mash-up of the classic, gingery cocktail is made using kale juice to turn the vegan cocktail a gorgeous shade of green. Skip the typical copper mug and opt for a clear glass instead to show off the vibrant green color!

Vegan Moscow mule made with green kale juice in a glass.

Green Matcha Buttercream Frosting

Turn vegan chocolate cupcakes with buttercream frosting into a beautiful green treat for St. Patrick’s Day! Matcha powder easily adds a lovely green color to the frosting with just a hint of matcha flavor.

Chocolate cupcakes on a cooling rack topped with green frosting, next to a container of matcha.

Creamy Green Pea Soup

This green pea soup may be loaded with veggies, but we promise it doesn’t taste green! It’s extra flavorful and will quickly become your new favorite way to eat greens!

Bright green pea soup served in bowls topped with mochi croutons and a cashew cream drizzle.

Green Detox Soup

If you’re feeling sluggish from the winter blues, this soup is for you! A healthful green detox soup with leeks and veggies will nourish your body and soul! It’s great for a light lunch or a side to your dinner!

Cleansing Detox Soup in a bowl.

Green Spinach Banana Muffins

Sneak veggies into delicious muffins perfect for picky eaters! The batter blends up easily and takes no time at all to make. Kids of all ages will gobble up these secretly healthy spinach banana muffins as a snack.

Spinach banana muffins stacked on a countertop.

Mango Spinach Smoothie

Go green with a sweet and simple mango spinach smoothie that tastes like a treat! Packed with flavor yet free from sugar, this smoothie is bound to become a beloved favorite for the whole family.

Mango spinach smoothie in a glass jar with a straw.

Spicy Green Beans

These sizzling green beans are spicy, satisfying, and oh-so-addictive! They make a great side dish and are ready in just 20 minutes.

Green beans in a bowl with chopsticks reaching in.

Spinach Tofu Curry (Palak Tofu)

This vibrant green curry is not only healthy and nutritious, but absolutely delicious too! It’s packed with spinach, full of flavor, and a garlic lover’s dream!

Palak tofu served in a bowl with roti and topped with red onions and vegan yogurt.

Vegan Matcha Pancakes

Level up your vegan St. Patrick’s Day breakfast or brunch with these beautifully green vegan matcha pancakes. They don’t require any more effort than your favorite vegan pancakes recipe to become a green tea-infused vegan breakfast delicacy.

Green matcha pancakes served for breakfast with syrup.

Sheet Pan Roasted Peas

If you’re a lover of peas, you’ve got to try these easy sheet pan roasted peas. With just 6 ingredients and 10 minutes of effort, you can make this no-fuss side dish that always gets rave reviews!

Roasted Peas And Onions on a Sheet Pan.

Collard Greens Wrap

Looking for a fresh twist on St. Patrick’s Day eats? Look no further! Embrace healthier options with these delightful collard green wraps. They’re a hassle-free way to indulge in green goodness, with just 7 basic ingredients and 15 minutes of your time, you’ll whip up a satisfying meal that’s both quick and nutritious!

Two collard greens wraps on a plate.

Spicy Sesame Sautéed Kale With Garlic

Looking for a St. Patrick’s Day hit? Try this sautéed kale with garlic and sesame—it’s a household favorite! Sprinkle with sesame seeds for extra nutrients and a beautiful finish. It’s a green side dish so tasty, even the kids will love it!

Bowl of Kale with Sesame with wooden serving spoons

Matcha Chip Ice Cream

Bust out your ice cream maker and make this delicious mint chocolate chip ice cream made with matcha! With a coconut milk base and just 6 ingredients you’ll be able to make a green dairy-free ice cream for a festive St. Patrick’s Day treat!

Plant Based Ice Cream Recipe—Matcha Chip

More Green Foods For St. Patrick’s Day

There are so many ways to incorporate greens into our meals that we couldn’t resist sharing more. Here are some quick green food ideas for any meal of the day to enjoy an abundance of greens!

Breakfast

Lunch & Dinner

Snacks

Bonus: make natural green food coloring and expand your green horizon by adding strong kale or spinach juice to your foods. No juicer necessary, just blend up the leaves with a little bit of water to desired strength and consistency. Green tofu scramble, anyone? This is an excellent option to have fun with the kiddos on St. Patrick’s Day without the chemical dyes.

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  1. This article is a great way to get creative with vegan St. Patrick’s Day recipes! I especially love the idea of adding green foods to celebrate the new season. Does anyone have a favorite recipe they like to make?

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