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 Friendly BLT Dip

    Vegan Friendly BLT Dip

    Facon Bacon. Lettuce. Tomato. A classic combination of flavors melded with vegan sour cream ranch dip. This amazing veggie friendly BLT dip is surprisingly fast and easy to…

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  • Brunch at Plant in Miami

    Brunch at Plant in Miami

    I spent the long weekend in South Florida. It was just a quick solo trip to visit family and friends but it was so nice to escape to…

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  • Vegan Smoked Seitan Brisket Sliders

    Vegan Smoked Seitan Brisket Sliders

    It has been a cold week here. Really bitter cold for the south lows in the teens and highs in the 30s all week. After a while of…

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  • Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Chocolate chip cookies have always been Eric’s favorite. He was a little bummed out when he discovered they were not on my list to make this year so…

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  • Biscuit Bar for Christmas Morning Brunch

    Biscuit Bar for Christmas Morning Brunch

    If you have a crowd to feed at your house over Christmas weekend a biscuit bar might be a fun easy option for breakfast. Christmas morning is magical,…

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  • Lemon Pistachio Vegan Cookies

    Lemon Pistachio Vegan Cookies

    These cookies are a nice change of pace because they are not overly sweet. The fresh citrus brightens the tangy flavor of these chewy vegan cookies. This recipe…

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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.