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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Boiled Peanuts in Crockpot
Boiled peanuts are totally a southern thing. They are a common thing to see at road side farm stands and even in some gas stations. I wish I…
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Monster Vegetarian Club Sandwich
I was inspired by the Jersey Meets California Foolproof Club Sandwich on the blog Cooking & Beer but wanted to make a vegetarian sandwich. Our version of the…
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Cherry Walnut Stuffed Seitan Roast
For the stuffing: 1 cup walnuts 1 cup dried cherries 1/2 cup red wine juice of one orange 3 apples diced 1 tbsp butter 1 tea sp red…
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Not food related but too fun not to share…
This past weekend we made a Christmas themed cardboard cat house. Its pretty cool. Our two cats Spooky and Lucky are indoor cats but they still seem to…
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Vegetarian Country Fried Steak
Last night we made vegetarian country fried seitan stake with mashed potatoes and white gravy served with a side of garlic sauteed green beans. To make the seitan…
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Chick’n with Grilled Peach Pepper Sauce
For the sauce 2 peaches 1 tomato 7 very small poblano peppers from the garden 2 tbsp olive oil juice of 1 lime Pinch of salt and pepper…
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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.