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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Camping Trip with Vegan Sloppy Joe Mix
This weekend we went camping at Buck’s Pocket State Park in northeast Alabama. An easy meal to make when you go camping is vegan sloppy joe sandwiches. We…
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Quinoa Brussel Sprout Casserole
Saturday morning we went downtown to the Pepper Place farmers market. We were excited to see all the fall veggies starting to come in. We bought a pretty…
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Vegan Sliders
Growing up in Chattanooga like my husband Eric did you quickly develop a love or hate of Krystal’s sliders. They are small little greasy burgers that people eat…
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Blackberry Mint Cocktail
The mint in the backyard is growing wild. It smells great every time I mow the lawn. To make one Blackberry Mint Cocktail you need: handful fresh mint 6…
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Jerk Seitan Chick’n with Rice and Peas
Been rainy for past few days but went to the farmers market anyways Saturday. Bought some Boozer Farms peaches and thought it would be a great addition to…
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Creamy Pesto Asparagus Pasta
The basil plants have gotten pretty big so it was time to harvest. This is the first batch of pesto we have made this year. Sometimes we will…
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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.