• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Karissa's Vegan Kitchen logo

  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Side Dishes
    • Dessert
    • Snacks
    • Soup
  • About
    • Work With Me
    • Contact
  • eBooks
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipe Index
  • Popular Recipes
  • Search By Meals
  • Search By Ingredients
  • Search By Holidays
  • eBooks
  • Free Vegan Beginner's Guide
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Vegan Recipes

    Vegan Canned Food Recipes

    Published Mar 12, 2020 · Updated Oct 15, 2022 · Leave a Comment

    2.4K shares
    • Share
    • Tweet

    This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission. See my disclosure policy.

    Do you have an abundance of canned goods in your pantry collecting dust that need to be used up? Or perhaps there is an emergency and you need to know what on earth you can make with the ingredients you already have on hand.

    Often, we take advantage of our access to fresh ingredients. However, when certain circumstances occur - like a hurricane, snowstorm, pandemic, or flooding - we have to rely on what's in the pantry for meals.

    Jump to:
    • Canned Food Staples
    • Pantry Staples
    • Recipes

    To be prepared, I try to always have some vegan canned food and pantry ingredients stocked up.

    This is what I typically have on hand for those just in case moments:

    Canned Food Staples

    • Corn
    • Green beans
    • Peas
    • Potatoes
    • Black beans
    • Pinto beans
    • Kidney beans
    • Chickpeas
    • Green chiles
    • Diced tomatoes
    • Tomato paste
    • Tomato sauce
    • Marinara sauce
    • Curry paste

    Pantry Staples

    • Pasta
    • Rice
    • Potatoes
    • Tortillas
    • Tortilla chips
    • Crackers
    • Pretzels
    • Soy sauce
    • Vinegar
    • Quinoa
    • Lentils
    • Split peas
    • Peanut butter
    • Nuts
    • Oil
    • Bouillon
    • Seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, etc.)
    • Baking ingredients (flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, etc.)

    Check out my Vegan Emergency Food & Preparedness Guide for a more detailed list.

    There are SO MANY tasty vegan recipes you can make with mostly canned food and other pantry staples! Sometimes it is as simple as substituting fresh vegetables or dried beans with their canned counterparts.

    A collage of 4 images with texting reading: 42 vegan recipes using canned food and pantry staples.

    Recipes

    Have a lack of fresh ingredients? Not sure what you can cook? These vegan recipes are made with mostly canned food and other common pantry ingredients, like beans, potatoes, rice, and vegetables.

    Bowl of pot pie soup with a biscuit

    Veggie Pot Pie Soup

    This vegan pot pie soup can easily be made with canned veggies in place of fresh. You can also add some white beans or chickpeas for added protein.
    Get Recipe
    A bowl of hummus with pita bread

    Oil-Free Hummus

    I always have a can (or 6) of chickpeas in my pantry. Perfect for hummus-making!
    Get Recipe
    Vegan sheet pan nachos topped with cheese, beans, sour cream, corn, jalapenos, tomatoes and red onions.

    Vegan Sheet Pan Nachos

    Nachos, baby! This recipe uses canned black beans and canned corn. You can also use canned tomatoes and pickled jalapeños as toppings.
    Get Recipe

    Healthy Mac and Cheese

    This vegan mac & cheese is made with super simple ingredients! Use canned carrots as a substitute for fresh. (veggielexi.com)
    Get Recipe
    Roasted red pepper hummus in a white bowl surrounded by pita chips

    Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

    If you have a can of hummus & a jar of roasted red peppers, you have the essential ingredients for this recipe!
    Get Recipe

    Chickpea Noodle Soup

    Soups are the best for using up pantry ingredients. This soup calls for noodles, chickpeas, and veggies (use canned if needed!)
    Get Recipe

    Chickpea Teriyaki in Pineapple Bowls

    Although this recipe calls for being served in fresh pineapples, you can just serve in a bowl to make it easier. Either way, it's delicious and full of flavor!
    Get Recipe
    A bowl of chili

    Easy Vegan Chili

    3-bean chili using kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans! This recipe also calls for tomato paste, and you can substitute the frozen corn for canned if needed.
    Get Recipe
    Swedish meatballs and pasta on a plate

    Vegan Swedish Meatballs

    These meatballs are lentil-based, which is one of my essential pantry ingredients! It also calls for mushrooms, so you can used canned mushrooms.
    Get Recipe
    2 chickpea sandwiches stacked

    Buffalo Chickpea Salad Sandwich

    This buffalo chickpea salad is satisfying and spicy!
    Get Recipe

    Pumpkin Curry Soup

    Potatoes and chickpeas are truly a match made in heaven. This recipe also calls for canned pumpkin and curry paste for a simple meal. (frieddandelions.com)
    Get Recipe

    Italian White Bean Soup

    Simple but flavorful soup using canned white beans and potatoes. (theclevermeal.com)
    Get Recipe

    Pumpkin Black Bean Soup

    This vegan soup recipe uses almost exclusively canned foods! You can substitute the fresh onion for onion powder if needed. (veggiefunkitchen.com)
    Get Recipe
    Chickpea sandwiches stacked

    Chickpea Salad Sandwich

    This delicious chickpea salad recipe is full of flavor, vegan, and packed with protein. It makes for a very satisfying and healthy lunch.
    Get Recipe
    A bowl of curry and rice

    One-Pot Vegan Chickpea and Potato Curry

    I LOVE making curry with rice, chickpeas, potatoes and fresh or canned veggies! I always have a couple of jars of curry paste for when the craving hits.
    Get Recipe

    Vegan Oil-Free Mayo Using White Beans

    This low-fat vegan mayo made is made with -drumroll please- white beans!
    Get Recipe

    Easy Chana Masala

    Got chickpeas, tomato puree, and classic Indian spices? Then you can make this easy dinner! Serve with rice or naan for a filling meal. (veganhuggs.com)
    Get Recipe
    Bowls of fried rice

    Vegetable Fried Rice

    Fried rice is one of my favorite dishes to make if I'm low on fridge ingredients. You can use any canned vegetables!
    Get Recipe
    A bowl of white bean soup

    7-Minute Soup

    If you find yourself needing to make a quick and simple soup, might I suggest my "Sick Day Soup". It calls for pasta and beans, and you can add in any veggies you please.
    Get Recipe

    Vegan Baked Taquitos

    Got a can of jackfruit? Try these tasty taquitos! (veganhuggs.com)
    Get Recipe

    Baked Falafel

    Falafel is traditionally made with dried chickpeas that have been soaked, but if all you have on hand is canned chickpeas...never fear! You can still make tasty falafel with this recipe! (nutriplanet.org)
    Get Recipe

    Turmeric Chickpea Salad

    Kick up the flavor of classic chickpea salad with turmeric!
    Get Recipe

    Instant Pot Corn Chowder

    You can make this IP corn chowder with canned corn instead of frozen.
    Get Recipe
    Close up of vegan tacos

    Vegan Lentil Tacos

    You can use dried or canned lentils to make these delicious vegan tacos!
    Get Recipe

    Jackfruit Enchilada Bowls

    Got cans of jackfruit, corn, and black beans? You can make these delicious vegan jackfruit enchilada bowls!
    Get Recipe

    Slow Cooker Lentil Sweet Potato Chili

    This sweet potato chili is made with sweet potatoes and vegan canned foods. You can substitute the onion and garlic for their powdered versions if needed! (delightfuladventures.com)
    Get Recipe

    Baked Vegan Breakfast Sausage Patties

    Turn pinto beans into tasty breakfast sausage patties!
    Get Recipe
    high-protein vegan chickpea meatballs for dinner

    Easy Vegan Meatball Recipe with Chickpeas

    These simple vegan meatballs call for chickpeas, breadcrumbs, and seasonings. Perfect to serve with a box of pasta and a jar of marinara sauce!
    Get Recipe

    Vegan Green Bean Salad

    Got a can of green beans? Try this flavorful salad! (veeatcookbake.com)
    Get Recipe
    A bowl of creamy tomato soup with a baguette slice.

    5-Minute Creamy Vegan Tomato Soup

    This delicious tomato soup is made easy using tomato paste!
    Get Recipe

    Vegan Black Bean Quinoa Burger

    These veggie burgers are SO simple to make with minimal ingredients. (shortgirltallorder.com)
    Get Recipe

    Vegan Bean and Bacon Soup

    Smoky vegan bean and bacon soup made easy on the stovetop.
    Get Recipe

    Black Bean Hummus Dip

    Want hummus...but ran out of chickpeas? Try this black bean hummus for a filling snack! (breesveganlife.com)
    Get Recipe

    Spanish Beans with Tomatoes

    Beans get a totally bad rap for being blah, you know? Not with this super flavorful Spanish beans dish! You can substitute the fresh spinach with the canned version if needed. (veggiedesserts.com)
    Get Recipe

    15 Minute Cowboy Caviar (AKA Texas Caviar)

    This salsa/bean-salad fusion is made with mostly canned vegan foods, with some fresh ingredients than can be omitted if needed. (thecheekychickpea.com)
    Get Recipe

    Riso e Lenticchie (Rice and lentil Soup)

    Made with mainly simple pantry ingredients, this soup is super cozy. (sugarlovespices.com)
    Get Recipe

    Vegan Instant Pot Tex-Mex Rice

    This is a wonderful vegan dinner recipe that incorporates many canned ingredients - black beans, corn, and tomatoes - alongside rice and Tex-Mex spices. (makeitdairyfree.com)
    Get Recipe

    Vegan Bean Dip

    Easy vegan bean dip makes a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack!
    Get Recipe

    Black Bean Tacos

    Black bean tacos make for an easy meatless dinner.
    Get Recipe

    Vegan Taco Salad

    This vegan taco salad recipe is loaded with delicious ingredients to satisfy your hunger and delight your tastebuds.
    Get Recipe
    A bowl of pumpkin pasta

    Creamy Pumpkin Sage Pasta

    This fun-but-fancy pasta recipe is made with pumpkin, coconut milk, and savory seasonings.
    Get Recipe
    A tortilla chip being dipped into white vegan queso.

    Vegan Queso

    Creamy and spicy white vegan queso made with cashews and green chilis in just five minutes in your blender.
    Get Recipe

    More Vegan Recipes

    • Vegan Refried Beans
    • Garlicky Sautéed Green Beans
    • Vegan Chicken and Dumplings
    • Vegan Blueberry Pie
    2.4K shares
    • Share
    • Tweet

    about karissa

    About Karissa

    Hey! I’m happy you’re here! My name is Karissa and I’ve been cooking up delicious vegan food since going vegan in 2016. Not vegan and just want to eat more plants? We don't judge - everyone is welcome in our kitchen. Read more...

  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • Reader Interactions

    leave a comment Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    hey there!

    Welcome to Karissa's Vegan Kitchen! I’m happy you’re here! My name is Karissa and I’ve been cooking up delicious vegan food since going vegan in 2016. Not vegan and just want to eat more plants? We don't judge - everyone is welcome in our kitchen.

    • Fluffy Vegan Pancakes
    • Easy Vegan Ranch Dressing Recipe
    • The Best Fudgy Vegan Brownies
    • Baked Vegan Mac and Cheese
    • Impossible Burger Meatloaf
    • Easy 5-Minute Vegan Gravy

    Footer

    Image says "featured on..." then includes company logos of Finding Vegan, healthline, VegNews, PETA, Runner's World, LiveKindly, Prevention, Woman's Day, Shape, Buzzfeed, and MSN.

    COPYRIGHT © 2022 KARISSA'S VEGAN KITCHEN · Privacy Policy & Disclosures · Contact