These healthy Daniel Fast dinner recipes might be just what you need to jumpstart your new year. All these recipes make a great meal for lunch or dinner while you are on the fast.
My husband and I do a one-week Daniel Fast every year in January, but we enjoy eating that way so much that I incorporate many Daniel recipes into our rotation the rest of the year, too.
During this fast, you will experience a more natural way of eating, similar to a paleo diet. The recipes are heavy on fruits and veggies, no meat, and very little processed food.
When you’re finished with this fast, you’ll feel healthier and more energetic. You only have to get a little more creative with the foods you can eat.
Don’t save these Daniel Fast dinner recipes just for the fast. They really are so delicious, I’m hoping at least a few of these super healthy recipes will be on your regular rotation, too.
The Book of Daniel taught us many things, but one of the most important was to give thanks and appreciation through fasting. You can learn more about the spiritual aspect of this fast by checking out Susan Gregory’s book, The Daniel Fast.
Everyone does get caught up in the food part of the fast. I get it, because if you are not prepared with the foods you can eat, you will inevitably revert to the foods you are not supposed to eat, like dairy, white flour, eggs, and meat.
Those things you regularly reach for in the fridge will be what you reach for when you’re hungry. That won’t happen if you plan ahead of time. I’m hoping these Daniel Fast lunch and dinner recipes will help you be ready.
The best part is, the eating portion of the fast does not have to be difficult. There are plenty of Daniel Fast lunch and dinner recipes, which means following the fast for every meal of the day can be easy and delicious.
Daniel Fast Dinner Recipes
Vegan Quinoa Tacos with Beans
These quinoa tacos are all about flavor! With the delicious quinoa mix we'll be making along with the nutrition-packed veggies and that fabulous Mexican salsa, everyone will be raving about dinner.
Quinoa Tacos with Beans
Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
We love all kinds of stuffed mushrooms, and this one is vegan so everyone can enjoy it, even those with gluten allergies. These are also soy free. Recipe makes 20 stuffed mushrooms.
Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
Vegan Carbonara
Though this Vegan Carbonara recipe only uses a few simple ingredients, it's truly the ultimate comfort food. And it's Daniel Fast-approved!
Vegan Carbonara
Italian Bean Soup
This delicious bean soup is easy to make and you probably have most of the ingredients already in your pantry.
Italian Bean Soup
Stuffed Zucchini
Roasted zucchini with a delicious and hearty filling, perfect for dinner.
Stuffed Zucchini
Vegan Nachos
Can a healthy nachos recipe really be as delicious as the crunchy, salty, cheesy goodness of regular nachos? You’ll have to see for yourself, but we think these loaded vegan nachos are pretty amazing!
Vegan Nachos
Kale Salad
This salad is perfect for dinner along with a bowl of soup. Take the leftovers to work the next day, packing the dressing in a separate container.
Kale Salad
Tabbouleh
A delicious herb salad served in middle eastern countries. This recipe is from Jordan.
Quinoa Sweet Potato Wraps
These Quinoa Sweet Potato Wraps are so delicious, it's hard to believe they are so good for you!
Quinoa Sweet Potato Wraps
Roasted Root Vegetable Soup
This Roasted Root Vegetable Soup recipe is one of our favorites. Soup is always popular in our house and you can get root veggies all year.
Roasted Vegetable Soup
Vegan Black Bean Burgers
These healthy vegan black bean burgers will be a new family favorite. So easy to make, too.
Check out this recipe
Black Eyed Pea Soup
A delicious and healthy recipe your whole family will love.
Moroccan Vegetable Stew
A delicious and hearty vegan stew, perfect for any time you want to eat a healthier meal.
Moroccan Vegetable Stew
Pumpkin Black Bean Vegan Enchiladas
These Pumpkin and Black Bean Vegan Enchiladas are flavorful and completely plant-based! This is a make-ahead vegetarian dinner that even meat-eaters love.
Pumpkin Black Bean Vegan Enchiladas
Chickpea Fajitas
Vegan chickpea fajitas with mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, and homemade fajita seasoning. Easy, quick, healthy, and delicious!
Chickpea Fajitas
Vegetable Curry
I love this vegetable curry because it’s easy, flavor-filled, delicious, and healthy for a quick weeknight meal that tastes like takeout!
Vegetable Curry
Pad Thai Broccoli Burgers
The flavors of Pad Thai packed into the ultimate bean and broccoli burger! Gluten-free, vegan, a dinner recipe to satisfy even your carnivorous friends!
Pad Thai Broccoli Burgers
One Pot African Peanut Stew
This One Pot African Peanut Stew is packed with nutrient-dense sweet potatoes & a medley of other veggies. Vegan, Gluten-Free. Get the recipe now .
One Pot African Peanut Stew
Low-Carb Cauliflower Rice With Sumac Recipe
An easy side dish recipe, this Cauliflower Rice with Sumac works great with lots of meals. The bright sumac brings tremendous flavor!
Low-Carb Cauliflower Rice With Sumac Recipe
Quinoa & Lentil Stuffed Vegan Cabbage Rolls
These vegan cabbage rolls are stuffed with a savory, smoky mixture of quinoa and lentils, then baked up in tomato sauce until piping hot.
Quinoa & Lentil Stuffed Vegan Cabbage Rolls
Italian Lentil Soup
This Italian Lentil Soup, is a delicious healthy One Pot Soup Recipe. A hearty creamy soup without adding milk or cream.
Italian Lentil Soup
Delicious Eggplant & Tomato Sauce
Eggplant and Tomato Sauce is delicious and so simple to make. This vegetarian friendly recipe is amazing when served over pasta or zucchini noodles!
Delicious Eggplant & Tomato Sauce
Pasta Peperonata (Roasted Peppers and Tomatoes)
Pasta Peperonata- A fresh pasta sauce made with only 5 ingredients! Bell peppers, plum tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and basil. The bell peppers and tomatoes are roasted to bring out their full flavor.
Pasta Peperonata (Roasted Peppers and Tomatoes)
For more Daniel Fast lunch and dinner recipes, see this collection of Daniel Fast Recipes.
Eating Breakfast on The Daniel Fast
You might also want to check out this list of Daniel Fast breakfast recipes (try this blueberry banana smoothie with this easy muffin recipe! This recipe is flexible so you can add your favorite fruit!)
Here’s one more with 12 easy recipes for the Daniel Fast. Please let me know if you have any great recipes that work with the Daniel Fast so I can add them to these lists.
How Long Should I Do the Daniel Fast?
Our church recommends a 21-day fast, but you can fast for as long as you’d like. The food portion of The Daniel Fast is simply a healthier way to eat.
If you’re thinking about trying the fast, read preparing for the Daniel Fast.
