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27+ Interesting Vegan Toast Ideas From A Vegan Dietitian

February 14, 2025 By Alina Petre, MSc. RD. Leave a Comment

In this article, I’m going to share a few of my favorite vegan toast ideas with you. 

Many people have a misconception that eating bread is unhealthy.  As a registered dietitian, I don’t believe that at all. 

There are so many nutrient-rich ways to enjoy vegan toast. It’s all about picking the right bread, and coupling it with the right toppings.

Read on to discover my go-to formula for nutritious vegan toast, as well as a few of my favorite vegan toast toppings. 

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Table of contents

  • Fail-proof formula for the ultimate vegan toast
  • Best breads for vegan toast
  • Best protein-rich toppings for vegan toast
  • Best spreads for vegan toast
    • Sweet vegan spreads
    • Savory vegan spreads
    • Neutral vegan spreads
  • Best garnishes for vegan toast
  • My 27 favorite vegan toast combinations
  • To sum it all up
Vegan toast ideas with avocado

The ultimate vegan toast recipe

I personally love toast. I have it at least once; sometimes even twice per day. 

Some would consider this unhealthy. 

However, vegan toast recipes that are varied and contain the right combination of ingredients can definitely be part of a well-balanced vegan diet. 

For a nutrient-rich toast, I aim to use the same combination of ingredients as any of my other vegan meals. 

That is, I try to combine a source of carbs with a source of plant protein, some vitamin and mineral-rich fruit or veggies, and a touch of plant fat. 

Fail-proof formula for nutritious vegan toast

Here’s what it would look like if I was to turn this formula into an equation:

Whole grain toast + vegan spread + protein-rich toppings + fruit or veggie-based garnish 

Generally speaking, the toast is the source of carbs, the spread is the source of fat, and the toppings are the source of protein. I then add some fruit and veggie as a garnish or side.  

Here are a few additional tips to keep in mind if you want to take your vegan toast ideas to the next (nutritious) level.

  • Make sure to add sufficient protein: load that toast up with at least as much vegan protein as there is toast! 
  • Add enough veggies: aim for at least twice as many veggies as there is toast. This usually means adding a side of veggies, even if there are already some on your toast. Feel free to swap veggies for fruit when using a sweet spread. 
  • Favor whole food spreads over processed ones: for instance, pesto, hummus or tapenade over vegan mayo or ranch dressing. This will naturally add extra nutrients to your meal. 
  • Combining components is perfectly okay: for instance, your vegan spread may also be rich in protein. In this case, you can choose to add a protein-rich topping (for additional protein) or skip it. 

Having a combination of all of these components is the key to keeping you full and satisfied. 

I, for one, am less likely to feel hungry an hour after eating my toast when following this exact formula combined with the tips above. . 

In sum: A balanced vegan toast should contain some whole grains, be topped with some vegan protein, and accompanied by some extra veggies.

Vegan toast ideas with hummus and seeds

Best breads for vegan toast

Toast can be both delicious and nutritious. 

Bread has been around for centuries. However, over time, it has gone from being homemade from freshly milled grains, to store-bought, from highly refined grains. 

No wonder bread has gotten a reputation of being unhealthy. 

That said, it doesn’t have to be. And this starts with picking the most nutrient-rich bread you have access to. 

Whether making your own or purchasing one, make sure it contains whole grains. 

Whole grains will be more nutritious than processed grains, from which the fiber-rich bran and nutrient-rich germ have been removed. 

If you’re purchasing your bread from a bakery or grocery store, take a peek at the ingredients list and look for the word “whole”.

Don’t let yourself be fooled by the word “multigrain” or “brown”. 

The first simply means that the bread contains several types of grains, but doesn’t guarantee that these grains are whole. The second often refers to the color of the bread, not necessarily the fact that it’s made from whole grains. 

Making the switch from refined- to whole-grain bread will certainly increase the nutrition value it offers. If you have difficulty digesting bread, you may want to give sourdough bread a try. 

Sourdough fermentation can make bread easier to digest, especially for people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (1).  

Keep in mind that most sourdough bread isn’t made from whole grains. So try to purchase (or make) a whole grain sourdough bread to reap the most nutrition benefits.

In sum: Switch your white bread for bread made with whole grains. This ensures your bread is richer in fiber and nutrients. You may benefit from trying sourdough bread, especially if you find bread difficult to digest.

Vegan toast ideas with scrambled tofu

Best protein toppings for vegan toast

Protein is key to helping you feel nourished and satisfied after a meal.

If you’re feeling hungry shortly after eating toast, lack of protein is the likely culprit. The solution is to simply add more protein to your toast. 

Protein-rich vegan toppings

Here are a few of my favorite protein-rich toppings to pick from:

  • Ground flaxseeds, chia seeds, or dehulled hemp seeds: these are a great way to add extra protein, fiber, and nutrients to any meal. I tend to sprinkle some on everything we eat, including vegan toast. 
  • Lentils: my favorite way to add lentils to toast is to use leftovers as toppings. Lentils in tomato sauce or lentil coconut Dahl are great candidates for this. 
  • Nuts or seeds: chop and sprinkle them on toast, blend them to make almond ricotta or cashew-based vegan cream cheese or spread them as butter on toast. 
  • Refried beans: I top this protein-rich spread with some salsa, and sliced avocado. I sometimes add a few crushed corn chips for some extra crunch. 
  • Roasted chickpeas: I often add roasted chickpeas as a topping to a hummus or tahini spread.
  • Seitan: you can buy it pre-made but it’s also really easy to make your own. It makes a great topping to toast, especially when thinly sliced and pan-fried on both sides.
  • Tempeh: this indonesian-style fried tempeh is one of our favorite ways to prepare tempeh. There are also other ways to marinate and fry it, including this tempeh bacon recipe. Either makes a great addition to toast. 
  • Tofu: scrambled, fried, or smoked tofu are family-favorites. You can also use it to make a tasty tofu ricotta cheese. 
  • Vegan parmesan: this recipe mixes walnuts, almonds, and hempseeds, but you can also make it with cashews, or simply hempseeds alone. 
  • White beans in tomato sauce: this is one of my children’s favorites. Simple, yet so tasty. 

While all plant foods contain some protein, the ones mentioned above contain some of the most. 

Adding these protein-rich plant foods to your vegan toast recipes will help you feel fuller for longer. 

In sum: protein-rich plant-based toppings are a must. They’re not only tasty, but will also help you feel fuller for longer after vegan toast.  

Vegan toast ideas with peanut butter and chocolate

Best spreads for vegan toast

Spreads help add a touch of flavor to an otherwise bland-tasting toast. 

Here are a few spreads you can use to spice up your vegan toast ideas.

Pick between a sweet, savory, or neutral spread based on the other toppings and garnishes you want to add to your toast. 

Sweet vegan spreads

  • Apple butter
  • Balsamic glaze
  • Chocolate spread
  • Date paste
  • Jam
  • Mashed banana
  • Pumpkin puree

Savory vegan spreads

  • Hummus
  • Marmite
  • Mashed avocado
  • Pesto
  • Refried beans
  • Salsa
  • Sriracha
  • Tapenade
  • Tomato sauce 
  • Vegan mayo

Neutral vegan spreads

  • Nut & seed butters (peanut butter, hazelnut butter, tahini, etc)
  • Vegan cream cheese
  • Vegan mozzarella
  • Vegan ricotta cheese

In sum: Whether sweet, savory or neutral, spreads can add a touch of extra flavor to your vegan toast. 

Vegan toast ideas with beet hummus

Best garnishes for vegan toast

Garnishes help turn your vegan toast ideas into a well-balanced meal. 

This is especially true if you make sure to include at least one fruit or vegetable-based garnish to your toast, with extra fruit and veggies on the side. 

Here are a few of my go-to garnishes. 

Feel free to use them for inspiration when it comes to your own vegan toast ideas. 

  • Capers
  • Carrot-based vegan lox
  • Fresh blueberries
  • Fresh herbs (basil, coriander, parsley, etc)
  • Kale chips
  • Jalapenos
  • Leafy greens (boston lettuce, arugula, romaine lettuce)
  • Pickled ginger
  • Pommegranate seeds
  • Red cabbage sauerkraut
  • Roasted peppers
  • Sauteed garlic spinach
  • Sauteed mushrooms
  • Seaweed chips
  • Sliced avocado
  • Sliced olives
  • Sliced strawberries 
  • Sprouts
  • Sundried tomatoes
  • Thinly sliced tomatoes or cucumbers

In sum: Garnishes are a great way to add fruit and veggies to your vegan toast. Make sure to add extras on the side to make it a well-balanced vegan meal. 

Vegan toast ideas with tempeh

My 27 favorite vegan toast ideas

Here are a few of my favorite vegan toast creations you can use for inspiration. 

As per usual, I’ve tried to source each vegan toast recipe included below from a vegan recipe creator. My hope is that this will help you discover a few new places to source delicious vegan recipes from.

  1. Toast + lentils in tomato sauce + romaine lettuce
  2. Toast + hummus + roasted chickpeas + caramelized onions + baby spinach
  3. Toast + chickpea tuna salad + capers + sliced cucumbers
  4. Toast + white beans in tomato sauce + sliced peppers
  5. Toast + marmite avocado toast with sauteed mushrooms
  6. Toast + lentil dahl + arugula + a sprinkle of shredded coconut
  7. Toast + homemade tapenade + chopped walnuts + sundried tomatoes
  8. Toast + vegan apple butter + ground flaxseeds + almond ricotta + sliced apple
  9. Toast + vegan refried beans + cherry tomatoes + baby lettuce
  10. Toast + pesto + smoked tofu + sliced tomatoes
  11. Toast + vegan mayo + tofu scramble + lettuce + tomatoes
  12. Toast + tomato sauce + vegan parmesan + roasted bell peppers
  13. Toast + cashew-based vegan stretchy mozzarella + vegan bacon bits + sauteed mushrooms 
  14. Toast + cheesy pesto with seitan chicken + shredded boston lettuce
  15. Toast + tempeh, lettuce, avocado, and tomato 
  16. Toast + hummus + sliced cucumber + smoked paprika
  17. Toast + avocado and mashed chickpeas + crispy lettuce
  18. Toast + hazelnut butter + ground flaxseeds + sliced bananas 
  19. Toast + almond ricotta + sliced cucumbers
  20. Toast + cashew cream cheese + vegan salmon + capers
  21. Toast + peanut butter + ground chia seeds + sliced apple + a sprinkle of cinnamon
  22. Toast + almond butter + sliced strawberries + balsamic glaze
  23. Toast + guacamole + black beans + salsa + jalapenos 
  24. Toast + hummus + sundried tomatoes + arugula
  25. Toast + homemade raspberry chia jam + peanut butter + raspberries
  26. Toast + homemade chocolate spread + chopped pecans + fresh blueberries
  27. Toast + vegan mayo + crispy tempeh kecap + baby spinach

In sum: Use these vegan toast ideas for inspiration, or as a delicious starting point when trying to come up with your own well-balanced vegan toast creations. 

vegan toast ideas sweet

To sum it all up

Now that I’ve shared my favorite vegan toast ideas with you, I’m curious to hear about your own. 

I encourage you to share those in the comments below, so we can all get inspired from them! 

If you want to double-check whether a vegan toast recipe you’ve found online is well-balanced, simply plug in its ingredients into the vegan toast formula I’ve shared above. Then add any missing toppings as needed. 

Happy toast creating (and eating)!

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