Score big this game day with my 40+ Vegan Game Day Recipes collection! Whether you’re cheering on your team or just here for the snacks, these easy and impressive vegan dishes are sure to be a touchdown. Grab your jersey, and let’s make this Super Bowl spread unforgettable! 🏈
The best part of any Super Bowl isn’t the halftime show or those hilarious commercials—it’s the food! Game day is all about bringing people together with dishes that are bursting with bold, irresistible flavors. And guess what? You don’t have to miss out on any of the deliciousness as a vegan. Think creamy, dreamy dips, crispy bites perfect for dipping in ketchup or hot sauce, loaded nachos, and crunchy pita chips. These recipes are so flavorful that even the most devoted meat-eaters will be coming back for seconds (and thirds!).
From spicy, saucy snacks to hearty, savory mains, every recipe is crafted with simple ingredients that pack a punch. Love the tangy kick of buffalo wings sauce? It’s here. Craving something creamy like a vegan queso to scoop up with tortilla chips? Done. Whether you’re cheering for your team or just there for the snacks, these recipes will make Super Bowl Sunday or any game day your favorite day of the year.
Tips & Tricks for Game Day Prep
- Plan ahead: Prep as much as you can the day before. Make dips, prepare seitan, bake a batch of fluffy pretzels, assemble potato or macaroni salad, chop veggies, get your pot of chili on the stove, make gooey vegan nacho cheese dip, and marinate anything that needs extra flavor overnight. Having everything ready will make game day stress-free and more enjoyable.
- Think finger foods: Game day means grazing! Make sure your menu includes lots of snacks or handheld recipes that don’t need utensils and are easy to grab. Think nachos, pizza slices, vegan chicken wings, and chips and dip. And don’t forget plenty of napkins—you’ll need them for those saucy bites!
- Keep it warm: Use slow cookers, warming trays, or your stove set to its lowest setting to keep dishes like chili or dips at the perfect temp throughout the day. You can also use your oven as a warmer: set it to 200°F (93°C) and place dishes in oven-safe containers covered with lids or foil to prevent them from drying out. Rotate them occasionally to ensure even heating.
- Set up a self-serve station: Let everyone build their own tacos, nachos, burgers, or sandwiches! A nacho station is always a hit, allowing guests to layer as many toppings as they like and come back for extra melty cheese sauce. Another great idea is a slider station with mini buns, vegan burger patties, and a variety of toppings like caramelized onions, pickles, and creamy sauces.
- Balance the menu: Include a mix of flavors and textures—think crunchy (chips, pretzels), creamy (dips, cheese sauces), spicy (buffalo wings, jalapeño poppers-get my recipe in this book), and fresh (veggie platters, salads). This ensures there’s something for every fan to enjoy, from light snacks to hearty bites.
- Prepare drinks and desserts: Don’t forget to stock up on beverages! Offer a mix of sodas, beer, energy drinks, and mocktails to keep everyone hydrated. For desserts, stick to easy-to-serve options like cookies and bars, brownies, candies, donuts, or vegan cupcakes.
- Have a game plan for leftovers: If you end up with extra food, have some reusable containers ready for guests to take home a little snack pack. Alternatively, store leftovers properly so you can enjoy game day flavors throughout the week! Now onto the recipes!
Vegan Game Day Recipes
Vegan Buffalo Tofu Dip: “This is so good! I’m made it for the Super Bowl last weekend and again today because I was craving it all week. I followed the recipe exactly as written and it is perfection!” -Bonni
Vegan Buttery Soft Pretzels: “These are so delightfully tasty. I always thought soft pretzels were made with witchcraft but Sam managed to deconstruct the mystery. My absolute favourite pretzels.” -Amanda
Easy Vegan Spinach Dip: “Never made this before and it is fabulous. I loved it and so did my non-vegan family.” -EB
Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower: “Sam – these we’re absolutely amazing!! Hands down THE best crispy cauliflower recipe I’ve tried (and there have been a few).” -Gwen
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip: “This a wonderful and easy dip to make! I have made it several times and recently introduced it to my “non-vegan” friends and they all LOVED it.” -Amy
Easy Vegan Cheese Fries: “Your “cheese” sauce is the best I’ve ever had and easier than other “cheese” sauces I’ve made. Thanks so much for sharing!!” -Susan
Vegan Baked Spring Rolls: “Wow, wow and wow again! I live spring rolls but never get them as they are cooked in oil. These are seriously delicious and soooo crunchy! Unbelievable!!” -Liane
Baked Vegan Corn Dogs: “This was exactly the nostalgic food that I needed! Loved them and I love that I have leftovers to eat later.” -Jessica
Vegan BBQ Chickpea Pizza: “I’ve been looking for a vegan pizza that still felt and tasted “cheesy” and this fit the bill!” -Suzy
Vegan Tofu Taco Crumbles: “All I can say is OMG! I was hoping for leftovers but my husband and I ate it all! this by far was one of the best ways I have enjoyed tofu. 10/10. I will definitely keep this on our dinner rotation ❤️” -MG
Vegan Deviled Potatoes: “These are five-star-delicious and quite honestly they have better flavor than making them with eggs! Make them exactly as the recipe says and it’s hard to eat just one : – )” -Diane
Corn Ribs: “We loved this recipe – great twist on corn on the cob and the flavors are amazing especially with the chipotle cream. Prep time is quick too.” -Laura
Vegan Chicken Nuggets: “I just made these for the first time tonight and my husband and I both loved them. They were very tasty and love the crunch that the air fryer gave them!” -Christine
Vegan Hot Honey Tofu: “These were amazing! My non vegan husband said they reminded him of the spicy wings in a famous Florida wings place.” -Kat
The Best Vegan Seitan Burger: “My husband and I absolutely love these! They freeze and defrost well which is awesome for a quick make ahead meal.” -Annie
The Best Vegan Chili Ever: “This is, by far, the best chili I have ever eaten! 😋 Thank you so much for all of your recipes.” -Kelly
Baked Tofu Bites: “This is by far the easiest and most delicious tofu recipe I’ve ever made-we make it weekly in our family and have it with stir fry or on salads. It’s so delicious and both my kids love it and ask for it all the time!” -Cassidy
My Favorite Guacamole: “This is a great version of guacamole and it looks perfect! Thanks for this awesome recipe.” -Victoria
Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip: “I made this today and served with ruffles and veggies for a movie night snack. I followed the recipe exactly and it could not be more perfect!” -Kayla
The Best Air Fryer Tofu: “I love this recipe and make it AT LEAST every other week. It’s so easy to throw together, and so versatile for using in different meals.” -Sheri
Vegan Steak Sandwich: “I made this for dinner last night using your seitan steak and gooey nacho cheese recipes. It was DELICIOUS!” -Kristin
Vegan Nacho Cheese: “I LOVE this nacho cheese, it never disappoints and always make it when we have people round.” -Pip
Whether you’re in it for the love of the game, the excitement of the halftime show, or just the chance to munch on a seriously delicious game day snacks – you’ll feel great knowing you’ve served up crowd-pleasing plant-based bites that are big on taste and kind to the planet.
If you try any of these recipes, let us know by leaving a comment and don’t forget to tag @itdoesnttastelikechicken on Instagram. You can also pin this post to Pinterest to save it for later.
Bon appetegan!
Sam Turnbull.
