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
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Cornbread Dressing Muffins
With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner I have started menu planning. I am a firm believer that you can never have too many side dishes. Dressing…
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Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Ginger Ale
As soon as November rolls around, I start thinking about holiday food especially all the little side dishes that make the meal feel special. Cranberry sauce might seem…
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Best Hikes In Chattanooga
Welcome to autumn in the Scenic City! With fall well underway, Chattanooga has transformed into a vibrant palette of fall foliage perfect for fall hiking. The city is…
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Vegan Chickpea Biscuit Pot Pie – Cozy Comfort Food
This chickpea biscuit pot pie transforms a classic Southern dish into a plant-based delight. Featuring chickpeas, mixed veggies, and a creamy dairy-free sauce topped with fluffy vegan biscuits,…
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Cozy Corn Chowder for Chilly Evenings
When the air turns crisp and the days get shorter, there’s nothing quite like a bowl of creamy comforting vegetarian corn chowder to warm you up. This recipe…
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Nanny’s Baked Macaroni and Cheese
My grandmother who lived in Atlanta, Nanny, made the best baked macaroni and cheese. It wasn’t anything fancy. It is a very simple recipe that uses basic ingredients.…
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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.