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

  • Vegan Cajun Pasta

    Vegan Cajun Pasta

    Cajun food is meant to be rustic and hardy. It is country food with bold, smoky, and spicy flavors. Cajun food can be a little spicy but the…

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  • Roasted Vegan Chocolate Almonds

    Roasted Vegan Chocolate Almonds

    Vegan Chocolate Almonds are perfect for any occasion but especially when you want to share something sweet with someone you love! They are so fast and easy to…

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  • Seitan Osso Buco

    Seitan Osso Buco

    Seitan Osso Buco is a modern vegan version of a classic Italian dish. It is a braised dish with carrots, white wine, and broth. I love the carrots…

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  • Vegan Pizza Two Ways

    Vegan Pizza Two Ways

    Pizza is my favorite! Seriously I could eat it every day. When I spotted vegan pizza crusts at my local Publix (they stock them with the pita bread…

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  • Vegan Frito Pie

    Vegan Frito Pie

    Did you know Frito corn chips are vegan? Read the back of the bag. Three simple ingredients: Corn, Corn Oil, and Salt. What’s the best way to eat…

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  • Buffalo Chickpea Pinwheels

    Buffalo Chickpea Pinwheels

    Buffalo Chickpea Pinwheels are super cute and super easy to make. You need a food processor to get the right texture. It’s a lot like hummus texture wise.…

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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.