Welcome to Vegetarian South – Plant Based in the Land of Biscuits and BBQ

Here, you’ll find easy-to-follow, flavorful recipes including plant-based vegan spins on Southern favorites and seasonal eats. Whether you’re a longtime vegetarian or just starting to explore plant-based meals, we hope our stories and tips make trying new foods simple and fun.

New Posts on Vegetarian South

  • Vegetarian Bisquick Sausage Balls

    Vegetarian Bisquick Sausage Balls

    If you grew up in the South, chances are you’ve had (or at least heard of) sausage balls. Those golden, cheesy little bites that somehow show up at…

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  • Christmas Cake Dip Made with Little Debbie Cakes

    Christmas Cake Dip Made with Little Debbie Cakes

    If there’s one snack that screams Christmas nostalgia, it’s the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake. Those soft layers of vanilla cake, creamy filling, and sweet frosting are iconic.…

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  • Vegan Apple Bourbon Cobbler

    Vegan Apple Bourbon Cobbler

    When the crisp autumn air rolls in and apple season is at its peak, there’s nothing better than a warm, comforting dessert fresh out of the oven. This…

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  • Cranberry Bagel Breakfast Casserole

    Cranberry Bagel Breakfast Casserole

    As soon as the holidays roll around, I start dreaming about breakfast casseroles. There’s something so cozy about waking up on a chilly morning to the smell of…

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  • Vegan Southern Spoonbread

    Vegan Southern Spoonbread

    If you grew up in the South chances are you’ve had spoonbread at some point in your life. It’s not as common as it used to be in…

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  • Veggie Sides for Thanksgiving

    Veggie Sides for Thanksgiving

    Today I wanted to post and share a few of my favorite veggie sides for Thanksgiving that could be solid contenders for any holiday dinner table. It’s that…

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Erin Crutchfield Blogger for Vegetarian South

Meet the Blogger

Hi there! I’m Erin, the creator behind Vegetarian South. I am so glad you’ve found your way here!

Growing up in the South, food was always at the heart of every gathering. From Sunday dinners to holiday feasts, the table was usually filled with slow-cooked veggies, buttery biscuits, and smoky BBQ. When I decided to transition to a vegetarian lifestyle in 2010, I didn’t want to leave those traditional Southern flavors behind. I realized that “Southern” and “Vegetarian” didn’t have to be mutually exclusive but they could actually be a perfect match.

Why I Started Vegetarian South

I created Vegetarian South to prove that you can honor Southern culinary heritage while prioritizing plant-based ingredients. Whether you are a lifelong vegetarian or looking to add more vegetables to your plate, my goal is to make meals delicious and stress-free. In this space, I share my favorite plant-based spins on Southern favorites, alongside fresh, seasonal eats that celebrate the incredible produce found in our region.