These delicious vegetarian dinners are simple to prepare, full of flavor, and will leave you feeling full and satisfied. With a variety of proteins including tofu, beans and eggs, there is something for everyone, whether you are vegetarian or 100% plant-based.
On a mission to include more vegetarian meals into your dinner routine? These easy vegetarian dinners are here to help!
Benefits of eating vegetarian
- it's good for your heart health and is linked to reduced risk for cancer and type 2 diabetes (1)
- it's associated with a lower carbon footprint (2)
- vegetarian meals can often be simpler to prepare (ie: simply opening a can of beans!)
- vegetarian meals are often nutrient-rich and absolutely delicious
The challenge I've had with some vegetarian meals in the past is the lack of protein...without protein, I personally begin to feel hungry soon after eating.
The vegetarian dinners in this post each have a good source of protein, be it beans, tofu or eggs, so you won't be feeling hungry right after you eat. Not only that, but most of them have a source of healthy carbohydrates and vegetables, making them well-rounded and balanced meals. They are also simple to prepare, and some may even work for meal prep!
If you are looking for even more vegetarian options, check out our vegetarian recipe category, as well as our vegan recipe category.
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Peanut Ginger Tofu Stir Fry
With crispy tofu and an irresistible peanut sauce, this peanut ginger tofu stir fry will unite tofu lovers and haters alike. Easy enough for a weeknight dinner!
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One Pan Gnocchi With Sundried Tomatoes and White Beans
A healthy vegetarian recipe for one pan gnocchi with sundried tomatoes, white beans, spinach and mushrooms! Ready in 30 minutes.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower Chickpea Tacos
Air fryer cauliflower chickpea tacos are a fresh, flavorful, and healthy dinner to get on your table quickly. Vegan, clean eating and easily made gluten-free.
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Spiralized Sweet Potato Enchilada Skillet
This enchilada sweet potato noodles skillet is a delicious vegetarian recipe that gets dinner on the table quickly and makes clean up a breeze.
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Mushroom Lentil Bruschetta Burger
This mushroom and lentil burger is a delicious veggie burger option: with the perfect texture that combines brown lentils, mushrooms, sunflower seeds and rolled oats. Topped with a sweet and tangy tomato bruschetta topping, these are perfect for summer!
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Spiralized Pasta with Egg and Asparagus
Spiralized pasta with egg and asparagus is a simple, veggie-packed dinner that gets dinner on the table quickly. Top with a perfectly poached egg to complete the meal!
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Crispy Baked Falafel Recipe
This baked falafel recipe is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside without the frying step! Made with simple pantry ingredients, it's a great weeknight dinner, and works well for meal prep!
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Sun Dried Tomato One Pot Pasta
This sun dried tomato pasta with chickpeas, mushrooms and spinach cooks up in one pot! Give it a few stirs, and dinner is ready! Easy to assemble ahead and customize with your favorite ingredients.
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Chopped Chickpea Salad (Make Ahead)
This chopped chickpea salad has bulgur wheat, crunchy veggies, feta cheese, and a delicious honey lemon vinaigrette is a delicious vegetarian salad that tastes even better on day 2!
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Instant Pot Quinoa Enchilada Casserole
Instant Pot quinoa enchilada casserole is a delicious and easy weeknight dinner! Prep freezer packs for a convenient freezer Instant Pot meal. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and easily made vegan!
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Perfect Egg Fried Rice (+ Variations)
Showing you how to cook perfect egg fried rice! Made with a simple ingredient list including rice, carrots, beans and eggs tossed in a simple soy and sesame oil sauce. It's kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and perfect for using up what you have in your fridge and pantry.
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One Pot Black Bean Fajita Pasta
One pot black bean fajita pasta is creamy and delicious vegetarian pasta recipe. With bell peppers, onions, black beans and fajita seasonings, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or for meal prep.
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Spicy Slow Cooker Chickpea Chili (+ Instant Pot)
An easy and delicious 8-10 hour slow cooker chilli packed with chickpeas and sweet potato, and flavored with chipotle and lime. Ready when you walk in the door from work!
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Easy Tofu Tacos (15 Minutes!)
These easy tofu tacos have the BEST texture and are ready in 15 minutes. Ideal for an easy weeknight dinner, they are vegan and meal prep friendly.
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Easy Red Lentil Dal
This red lentil dal recipe is thick, creamy, and full of Indian spices. The ultimate vegan comfort food, made in one pot using pantry staples, and ready in 40 minutes! Gluten-free, vegan, and meal prep friendly.
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Vegan Bolognese
This vegan bolognese is hearty, rich, and packed with plant-based protein. Made with red lentils, mushrooms, walnuts, and a ton of vegetables! Not only is it approved by picky meat-eaters and kids, but it's also perfect for stocking the freezer!
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Instant Pot Chickpea Curry (Vegan)
This Instant Pot vegan chickpea curry cooks chickpeas, carrots, potatoes and green beans in a fragrant Indian curry sauce. Made with vegan ingredients, the Instant Pot makes it hands off and simple to prepare.
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Jenn Peas and Crayons says
Totally craving those glazed tofu bowls right now! Love this awesome round-up and I'm so excited to be featured! Thanks love! Sharing ๐
Fera says
The "Quick and Easy Quinoa Taco Soup" recipe is not vegetarian, it uses chicken stock. It is easy to use vegetable stock instead but it still is not vegetarian.
Denise says
Thanks for the tip Fera!
aimee @ like mother like daughter says
I've been wanting to add more vegetarian meals to my routine, so I can't wait to try these! Those black bean enchiladas and chickpea gyros are calling my name!
Izzy says
This is such a great roundup, Denise!! Now, all I need to do is teach my husband to cook all of this, haha! Thanks so much for including me on here ๐
marcie says
These vegetarian dinners all look scrumptious, Denise, and I've pinned a ton of them (plus the whole round-up). ๐ Thank you for including my quinoa skillet!
Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen says
You have found some good recipes! My family eats vegetarian meals at least half of the time, so I'm excited for some new options. Thank you for including my vegetarian chili mac!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Yes! It can be so hard to find a vegetarian meal that's easy to prepare and still full of flavor. This roundup looks perfect for meatless Mondays, Denise! I love the variety of recipes that you included. I've got to try your pasta with asparagus and egg!