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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Meatless Pinto Beans and Cornbread a Humble Southern Staple
Some dishes don’t need fancy ingredients or complicated techniques to feel like home and pinto beans with cornbread is one of them. If you’ve spent any time in…
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Savory Southern Vegan Cornbread
Cornbread is a required part of some meals. It belongs next to a pot of pinto beans, crumbled into a bowl of chili, or on a southern veggie…
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Vegan Cowboy Cornbread Casserole
If you’re looking for a dish that’s hearty enough to feed a crowd and cozy enough for a chilly night, vegan cowboy cornbread casserole is the answer. This…
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Vegetarian Friendly Restaurants in Chattanooga
If you’re looking for the best vegetarian friendly restaurants in Chattanooga, you’re in luck! Known as the Scenic City, Chattanooga has evolved into a true foodie destination with…
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Cuban Style Black Beans
If you’ve only ever used canned beans you will be amazed by the flavors you can develop cooking beans from scratch. Simple ingredients can create deep soulful flavor.…
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Thinking About Becoming a Vegetarian? Here’s How to Start
If you’ve been thinking about giving up meat, or even just cutting back a bit, you’re not alone. More and more people are choosing a vegetarian plant based…
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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.