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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Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Dip
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Dip is a healthy afternoon snack option. It is Dairy Free and Vegan but it still feels rich and indulgent. My Chocolate Peanut Butter Dip…
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Watermelon Tequila Fizz
Watermelon is a summer staple. I am more of a fan than my husband is but he won’t turn down a finely crafted cocktail. I can’t get enough…
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End of Summer Stone Fruit Salad
I have a love/hate relationship with summer so I have mixed emotions about the end of summer. I love the making trips to the local farmers market and…
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Southern Tomato Sandwich
The tomato sandwich is a southern classic. It is simple, so easy to make, and so so good. The classic version that I grew up with is just…
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Easy Vegetarian Breakfast Casserole
Last updated and expanded on May 29, 2026. This Easy Vegetarian Breakfast Casserole is perfect for weekends! The prep time is less than 15 minutes and then you just…
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Vegan Tomato Stack Salad
Tomatoes are fancy y’all. Beautiful ripe summer tomatoes excite me. I wanted to make something more elegant with tomatoes I bought this weekend. There is a restaurant in…
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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.