5 Lazy Meals for when you don’t want to cook. (vegan, cozy & cheap)

Feeling lazy and hungry at the same time? Then I have some recipe ideas for you! 5-6 cozy, simple to make and fairly healthy / nutritious meals to get you through the gloomy wintertime. Wholesome meals that are 100% vegan ofc.
Cheesy Vegan Tacos, Lazy Potato Bake, Quick Sesame Noodles, Gochujang Mac & Cheese and Baked Tofu “Steaks”. YUM.
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INGREDIENTS + NOTES
#1 Cheesy Kimchi Tacos 0:25
150g - 200g firm tofu (5.3oz - 7oz)
1 tbsp flour
a little veg oil for pan
2 - 3 tbsp vegan kimchi
1 tbsp soy sauce
¾ tsp rice syrup / agave / maple syrup
2 handfuls baby spinach
2-3 tbsp vegan pizza cheese
also: 3-4 small tortillas of choice (or 2 bigger ones)
OR: serve with 1-2 servings cooked rice
→ serves 1 as a meal, 2 as a snack
#2 Lazy Potato Bake 1:56
~ 6 small potatoes, cut into THIN slices (~260g = 9oz)
6-8 tbsp rinsed brown lentils
enough seasoned tomato sauce to cover the lentils
6-8 tsp vegan cream cheese/sour cream/hummus
sprinkle seasonings of choice (salt, pepper, dried herbs for example)
drizzle of olive oil
fresh spinach for serving
fresh bread for serving
→ yields 2 bowls (around … cm in diameter)
→ bake until potatoes are TENDER, depending on the size and shape of your bowl (or on your oven) times may vary! But at around 40 min at 180C / 350F.
#3 Baked Tofu “Steaks” 3:22
200g firm tofu (7oz), cut in half lengthwise
a drizzle of olive oil
a drizzle of balsamic vinegar
a drizzle of ketchup
a drizzle of soy sauce
a drizzle of Worcestershire sauce, vegan
a drizzle of sesame oil (optional)
serve with:
roasted potatoes/roasted veggies/spring onion/fresh herbs/hummus/vg cream cheese etc
→ in order to protect your dishware, line it with parchment paper (i didn’t do that and so I had to do bit of scrubbinG)
→ serves 1
#3.5 Lazy Tofu Avo Wraps 4:40
1 Baked Tofu “Steak” (check recipe #3)
2 warmed tortillas
1 avocado, mashed
seasoned salt
sesame seeds, sriracha (mayo)
PLUS steamed broccoli, side salad etc
→ serves 1
#4 Gochujang Mac & Cheese 5:22
1 tbsp vegan butter
1 tbsp flour
a little over 1 cup pasta of choice (~100g)
¾ cup (180ml) unsweetened oat or soy milk
1 tsp miso paste
¾ tsp gochujang (or to taste)
1 tsp white wine vinegar (or to taste)
1-2 handfuls vegan pizza cheese
2-3 handfuls fresh spinach
sesame seeds for serving
→ serves 1
#5 Sesame Seaweed Noodles 6:51
important note: after filming I tweaked this recipe SLIGHTLY and found a better way of assembling this bowl.
1. Mix 1 tbsp of the sesame sauce with your serving of noodles/edamame.
2. Add your other bowl add-ins (crispy tofu, cucumber, sea weed bits)
3. drizzle some of the remaining sauce on top, add remaining toppings
(this way the noodles don't soak up all the sauce at once. Anyway...)
for the sauce:
2 ½ tbsp white tahini (the less bitter kind)
1 ¼ tbsp balsamic vinegar, lemon juice or white wine vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp agave or maple syrup (or to taste, up to 2 tsp)
2-3 tbsp orange juice (or water)
optional:
2 cloves garlic, minced and sautéed for 2-3 min in a little olive oil
1/4 tsp orange zest
salt, pepper to taste
SERVE WITH
1 serving rice/soba noodles (~70g)
chopped cucumber, 2 handfuls edamame
100g-150g pan fried tempeh or crispy tofu (check recipe #1 for how to cook said tofu)
roasted seasoned seaweed strips (from asian supermarket)
sesame, spring onion, additional soy sauce, salt, pepper etc
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this video is edited by Mina Rome and Patricia Toscano

[@paulaolivaresmorales4948]

I know you’ve done a lot of these lazy vegan meals, but they’re so so much appreciated!!

[@kathieb2354]

Girl your meals for when you don’t wanna cook are fancier than mine for when i do

[@frugalkitty]

Same! 😂

[@artcrylics]

I've been vegan for 7 years, and I appreciate your recipes. It's always nice to have new quick meal ideas. Thanks for the content!

[@emilalatour4518]

I'm glad you ended up including the potato bake idea, might be simple to you but to me it's brilliant ✨

[@binonemo6063]

not sure if you've done this before but I'd love to see like a grocery shopping/how to prep meals with those ingredients video! the reoccurrence of tofu and spinach made me think of it, curious what else u regularly pick up

[@feli_0680]

Omg the fact that you are reading those Marauders stories makes me so happy cause I am OBSESSED rn😭

[@Mina_Rome]

THESE STORIES ARE RUINING ME (in the best way)

[@feli_0680]

I TOTALLY AGREE🤝 (Sadly there are not enough food references for a video I guess hahah)

[@grackle7987]

i love that you include really simple recipes like the potato bowl - they may seem simple to a seasoned chef but to someone who is a beginner (me a couple years ago watching your videos to learn how to cook !!) they can be a perfect way to start out . thanks mina !!!

[@sarahkorus994]

The cheesy kimchi tacos! My BF had cheesy kimchi udon noodles at a restaurant last Friday and he said if changed his life. He quickly found a vegan version foe me so I’ll make it next weekend BUT the tacos are a great idea for leftovers. I had no idea kimchi and cheese went along so well together.

[@viivi4196]

that gochujang mac & cheese is definitely calling my name, gotta try it! happy new year, mina :)

[@greata9283]

I wasn't ready for "Murder on the dance floor" as the opening song hahaha I'm still traumatised by watching Saltburn lol 🥲🫠😅🫣

[@joeyq9953]

Mina’s videos are always cozy, fun, and filled with delicious recipes 🤤

[@dejavu.icecream]

You always come with the best & easiest recipes. Your videos are so helpful for busy people. I love your videos so much 💖

[@beakyton]

excited for all your future creations - these all look delicious

[@ras8031]

These all look so so delicious, and I can't wait to try them! I so appreciate these weekday-sort-of meal ideas!

[@jasminebasirat9037]

These videos are always the best. For veganuary, I'm planning to attempt to make a 'persian love cake' (finger crossed 'cuz I never made one 😂)

[@Mina_Rome]

I've never made that either sounds interesting!!

[@jasminebasirat9037]

@@Mina_Rome I read about from differents persian content creators, hopefully it will come out good!

[@lillivolpert9692]

I’m always so happy to see that you uploaded a new video❤

[@JessNolan96]

The kimchi, tofu and cheese tacos look insane I will have to try that with the leftover kimchi in the fridge ❤❤❤

[@jenniferbalke9328]

happy new year Mina! thank you for being a constant comfort in my life these past few years

[@BethAge95]

These look amazing! Will definitely make some of these this week :)

[@ShroomAndMoss]

All the recipes look soooo delishhhh

[@leesabee3]

Such lovely dishes! Yum!

[@telephonebooks]

Finally bought your book for Veganuary 🎉❤️

[@tangerinetangerine4400]

My kind of recipes! Tasty and simple! 😊

[@shippermd]

These are delicious-looking recipes! I have to be soy-free, tho. So my subs: Tofu: use PUMFU (in healthfood stores and online) or can make a chickpea-based Tofu. Soy Sauce: Coconut Aminos. Miso: Chickpea-based Miso. Hope these Subs help!

[@Simply.Steffi]

I need to try the lazy potato bake! looks so good 😍🙌🏼

[@Kx____]

i will definitely make the lazy potato bake! glad you included it, would not have thought of htis myself

[@theamazingstarn]

wait the potato and lentil one is a gamechanger!!! thanks sooo much

[@flowerryoongi]

the potato bake looks so good!!! cant wait to try it out (:

[@Conus426]

Great recipes! Adding spinach to pretty much every meal is also just cool in general as well

[@lynnoorman2144]

Wonderful, practical recipies. Thank you so much!

[@zahraaa.j2733]

Love your recipes ❤

[@lisiledbetter8220]

i always struggle with one small Detail for a vegan day but your Videos and cookbook help so much!

[@emeraine]

The sesame and orange noodles!!! Amazing! Am I the only one who would like a video of some elaborate meals? For a change yk :)

[@XxSelSelx]

It all looks soo good 😋🥰

[@reekha337]

pretty girl posted omg❤ love you mina

[@GolgoLAjae]

It's a simple recipe that looks delicious. 👍👍

[@sunnchilde_]

these recipes are calling my name!! also the marauders fanfic omg 🤝

[@grace-ot2sr]

The gochujang mac and cheeses was delicious and so quick to make!! I added garlic of course ;)

[@lauratenveen]

Always love your videos Mina! Recently I've been obsessed with the Graddat flatbread / wrap kinda things from Ikea, I'd love to see what you'd do with them!

[@missenergeticbean]

I will be making all of them next week 🤤🫡

[@KlaraL-_-]

Vegan, cozy, cheap and delicious! That´s everything I want!😋

[@hbluexxx]

definitely adding the tacos to my rotation!

[@Mina_Rome]

please do :)

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Another awesome video Mina of lazy vegan meals for when you can't be bothered to cook and love 🥰it. Love 💞 Mina.

[@Mina_Rome]

thanks for watching!!

[@NEIYUWN]

Happy new year ⭐🐉🪽🌈🌟

[@Mina_Rome]

happy new year!! thanks for being here :)

[@kateliness2]

Love a simple, lazy recipe, always! 💛

[@kateliness2]

Also - by this, I mean a "lazy" recipe is my everyday recipe 😂

[@_leni]

i love all of these ideas

[@carmelaao]

I’m not vegan but I’ll definitely try out the first 2 recipes and the avo wraps but I’m switching some of the ingredients to what I have access to! These look so good! I can’t wait until I try it 💗💗

[@mariebourgot4949]

Thanks Mina! :)

[@Mina_Rome]

thank u for watching!!

[@xiahde]

So the lentil/potato pan or dish is really clever and was very tasty. Of course it depends on the tomato sauce. But it was a super simple and really tasty dinner. Thanks for that and of course for the other recipes. The tacos were also very tasty. Even without kimchi - I didn't have any at the time.

[@jennifersantos7757]

As a working girly i really appreciate these low effort recipes. Ich liebs 😊❤

[@normalopez2856]

Omg! Potato back I am trying!

[@finrover]

Fabulous meals to cook with my assistant❤

[@katiendless]

OMG the marauders fanfic!!!

[@RottenlyMoodyChild]

Omg. Okay, that taco filling mix looks amazeballs! Def gonna be trying that. Do you mind sharing what melty vegan pizza cheese you use? Also, and I'm sure you've heard this many times before, you have the most tranquil, calming, soothing, ASMR-esque voice ever. Could listen to you talking about literally anything 😂😅 Edit: "grown up spinach" hahahaha I'm ugly laughing. That was hilarious 😂 Have been vegan for over a decade now. So it's veganuary everyday for me 😊 Hope you have a good day or night too. Happy new year 🎉 looking forward to what you have to share in 2024. All the best!

[@879PC]

Daiya mozzarella style "cheese" is really good for melting.

[@sarahkorus994]

Violife has been my go-to for melty pizza cheese. It’s what Papa Murphy’s uses for their dairy free pizzas!

[@leonorsilva6349]

loved the ideas!!! can you make a video like this but with easier to find ingredients? i love most of these but some things like gochujang, kimchi, and some vegan alternatives aren’t as accessible where i live 🥲

[@mirchen01]

Hell yeah 😍

[@Theycallmegreat]

Hi Mina, I love your vids and your recipes are always amazing😋 I wanted to ask what kind of kimchi do you use? Is it selfmade or do you buy it from a specific brand? Thanksss✨✨

[@ccile3899]

Yesterday I came into this page to see of some new vidéos arrived(since it was "long time" I didn't see one)...ahah I need to learn more to be just a bit more patient 😆

[@Cuzcosiscozy]

Looooveeeeee

[@evalilofee4724]

Du hast meine absolute Traum Küche! Bin sau neidisch haha. Freue mich so, wenn ich endlich in meine eigene Wohnung ziehe und für mich selber vegan kochen kann

[@thefluffylama7596]

hahaha ich habe auch den ganzen winter marauders fanfictions gesuchtet 🥲

[@Mina_Rome]

ich brauche marauders support group hahaha

[@hayleyelliott7905]

Hi Mina, I have been really enjoying your videos. Can you tell me in terms of the Hulled sesame seeds Tahini, does it tend to be clearly marked on the jar? Thanksx

[@x0d0a]

Big fan of your content. I noticed a couple of these recipes used cream cheese. What is your go to vegan cream cheese?

[@ingamelinaschulze6938]

Sehr random, aber: Wie nennt sich dein Haarschnitt? Das sieht einfach soo cool aus :)

[@Mina_Rome]

Danke hehe, Lange Curtain Bangs + leichte Stufen! Ich habe aber bisschen welliges Haar also bei super glatten haaren z.b muss man mehr arbeit mit stylen reinstecken

[@lubielistki]

The recipes look sooo good! I have a question though. Where do you buy tempeh? I searched for it in stores like lidl etc., but I couldn't find it. Do you have any specific place for that or it's available everywhere by your place?

[@_Aalto_]

"cook these things if don't want to cook" ^^

[@InayahHussain-sv1dc]

mina have you ever triied the substiture for brown sugar called jaggery?

[@hxllxwbxdy]

Youns Gemüsehof kimchi supremacy ❤

[@moranthang9482]

Hey, I really enjoy your videos even without being vegan. But could you maybe do one day do a No-Soy Versions of your lazy videos? Sadly, I'm allergic to it, and since you include it a lot I'm often a bit unsure what a good swap for most things would be. So i would be really happy about that. Thank you a lot videos an the countless inspirations!

[@Mina_Rome]

No soy is hard but I can try!! :)

[@jankag3652]

Is that a Saltburn reference at the beginning? 👀 LOVE

[@Mina_Rome]

it sure is haha

[@jilyvanily]

Welche Tahini Marke benutzt du?

[@ashleigh1159]

the few seconds of murder on the dancefloor set off my fight or flight 😂

[@Mina_Rome]

HAHA

[@doram.becerra8472]

I recently watched Saltburn, and THAT song just bring me war flashbacks💀

[@Mina_Rome]

i get that hahaha

[@steackhaches]

Is your cookbook available in french ? Sesame noodle bowl seems soooo good, and gochujang mac n cheese too! I wish you a happy new year, hoping good news for you and a lot of yummy food ideas.

[@annanestoras9630]

Woher bekommst du denn dein Tahini genau und wie heißt es denn?

[@aquirillia]

are you live in switzerland?

[@Lollypop1226]

I just moved from the U.S.A to Munich. Does anyone know where I can buy vegan alternatives or get decent vegan food?

[@Mina_Rome]

Edeka, Lidl, Denn's Biomarkt, DM/Rossmann are my favs

[@franciscachesca]

Another berry-ation 😂😂

[@Givenah]

3:54 "Vegan Wushushu sauce"

[@sineadryan4424]

Note to self: Cheesy tomato passata pasta

[@AndNowIJustSitInSilence]

I don't understand how this is not cooking 🤔

[@lazywomen]

Mina we absolutely loved this video! We are a feminist blog & podcast called Lazy Women, you might enjoy some of our content. x