Pregnancy Vegan Recipes

Hey there friends – I’ve been compiling all the things I ate over my first trimester, and now I can finally share with you! So warning, there is A LOT after the cut. Not going to lie though – a lot of what I ate is not on here because it was way too boring and just not interesting (plus I kept forgetting to take photos – rather, did not have the energy or drive to!) I had a rough couple weeks (7-9 were ughhh) and I ate a whole lot of carbs. Think: bread, dry cereal, pasta with butter, crackers, potatoes, frozen waffles, etc. But in between and towards the end, I did get to eat some good stuff and that’s what you’ll find below. Plus… so many oranges. All I want is orange juice and oranges. It’s wild. xx

There’s sweet potato underneath all that goodness – loaded up with spinach, walnuts, and some golden quinoa on the side. trying to get in all them pregnancy superfoods (spinach for folate, walnuts for omega-3’s, quinoa for protein, and sweet potato for vitamin a + c!)

Whole wheat english with thin layer of coconut oil + some himalayan sea salt. coconut oil is way better than butter, and it gets the same job done. It provides rich amounts of saturated fat with high amounts of lauric acid (great to prepare for breastfeeding!)

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This was when I could eat lentils without wanting to toss it back up. It doesn’t upset my stomach early on in the pregnancy, and this dish alone has a whopping 26 grams of protein.

Garlic and kale with a bit of olive oil. This was like 3-4 cups of raw kale cooked down quickly over high heat… and I ate the whole bowl in one sitting. happy to be enjoying greens still!

This gorgeous lavender smoothie was banana, blueberry, coconut yogurt, flaxseed oil, peanut butter protein powder, and soy milk. loaded with all the good stuff!

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More english muffins with coconut oil… I read that coconut oil may help neutralize stomach acid and helps balance blood sugar to aid with nausea. I’m going with it.

Choc cherry protein smoothie (chocolate soy milk has 8 grams of protein alone!) I added some peanut butter too for another 8 grams.

Been loving these boca chik’n patties for lunch – they have 12 grams of protein in them so that has been good at least!

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Fresh veggie and dip platter in delray – I was sooo craving this. it was very refreshing and felt good eating raw food (way too many carbs lately).

We got out on a gorgeous 55 degree day in february and enjoyed a vegan breastfast feast. savory knot, lemon poppy bread, coconut yogurt parfait, and coffee for joe.

Simple and one of my favorite lunches! soft bread piled high with roasted red peppers (tossed with olive oil, balsamic, and lots of garlic!) yummm. so happy to be eating more veggies towards the end of this trimester.

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SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER *We respect your privacy and we won’t share your information. You won’t receive any more than two emails per month. xExploring new vegetarian recipes during pregnancy is a good way to stay healthy and nourished. Vegetables provide several important minerals and vitamins required for your baby’s healthy growth and development.

However, having vegetables, in the same way, every day may make your meals monotonous. Therefore, to eat various vegetables, you can make different interesting recipes.

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Take your pick from these ten vegetarian recipes for pregnancy. To be extra cautious, we recommend you speak to your doctor about the ingredients first.

You may add more plant-based protein sources and other nutrient-dense foods to your meatless meals. Some nutrients are predominantly or exclusively found in animal-based foods, such as vitamin B12 and vitamin D, and supplementation may be needed for these (1).

According to the American Dietetic Association, a well-planned vegetarian diet, including various foods and rich in nutrients, is safe for all people, including pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. You may add fortified foods or doctor-prescribed supplements for nutrients that are exclusively available in non-vegetarian food (2).

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Eating Maggi or any other instant noodles during pregnancy may not cause harm. However, eating it as a single item may not be a good idea. You may add fresh vegetables to the noodles to make them more nutritious (3).

Some researchers found that the vegetarian diet was linked to infants being smaller for their gestational age compared to infants born to mothers who consumed meat, poultry, and fish throughout the pregnancy. However, a vegetarian diet was not found to increase the risk significantly for any medical conditions in the baby and mother (4).

The unborn babies’ health status may depend on various factors, and maternal nutrition is one factor. Vegan and vegetarian mothers can have healthy babies if the requirements of essential vitamins and minerals are met throughout the pregnancy (5).

What To Eat For A Vegetarian Pregnancy

You may include more proteins, omega-3 fatty acids such as flaxseeds or chia seeds, and iron-rich foods, such as 1-2 servings of dark leafy greens, 4-5 servings of vegetables and fruits, bean and soy products, quinoa, or other whole grains, legumes, nuts, and prenatal supplements. However, the energy requirement during the first trimester is not higher than that of non-pregnant women (2).

Most women want to try out all kinds of foods during pregnancy. So if you have cravings for various foods and are under the impression that vegan diets are boring, hold that thought. Because these healthy vegetarian recipes during pregnancy could make you think otherwise. A wholesome vegetable khichdi, soup, or salad, offers several nutrients and is perfect to consume during any part of the day. However, check the ingredients used in preparing to avoid side effects or allergies. You may also take your doctor’s opinion before trying out new recipes.

Pregnant women need to ensure that they are taking a balanced diet with adequate intake of minerals such as iron and calcium. A vegetarian diet can provide all the necessary nutrients for the baby’s healthy growth. Read through this infographic to discover some tasty and healthy vegetarian dishes.

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Dr. Elizabeth Roberts, a registered dietitian based in Somerset, UK, with 22 years of experience. She was raised mostly abroad and lived her early life in Norway, Greece and Germany. It was experiencing different eating cultures and behaviors that sparked her interest in food and nutrition. She graduated with an Honours Degree in Dietetics from Harokopio University, Athens, Greece, before...more

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I wanted to document my meals just as I had done the first time around. There is A LOT after the cut. I hope it is helpful for other plant-based/vegan mamas. You’ll notice that things start off regular and suddenly my food preferences take a drastic change. I’ll make a note below… nausea is no fun. But I tried my very best to eat well and of course, taking my vegan prenatals to cover my back as I get through the messy first trimester. This is a very real look at how all over the place the first trimester can be. But I wasn’t too worried when I was craving Taco Bell and fast food because I knew it wouldn’t last forever. (And it didn’t!) My meals got progressively better after the dip, and you’ll notice. (Yay for eating spinach and beans again!)

Chocolate oats with cherries, pb, and banana. I’ve been using soy milk instead of water for the extra protein in the morning.

Quinoa, black bean, corn, and tomato salad with a little lime juice. Quinoa is a complete protein, so I have been trying to eat it as much as possible.

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OKAY. Here’s where the shift happened. I was eating great from weeks 4-6, but the end of week 6 took a turn for the worse. I couldn’t stomach a lot of meals… ugh! Very limited color… basically carbs and white/tan foods with an attempt at eating veggies with it. Time for some real deal first trimester foods…

Side note, note pictured: copious amounts of vegan Taco Bell. I just forget to get pics