14 Vegetarian Dinner Recipes to Try Tonight
Updated: Mar. 28, 2017
These vegetarian dinner ideas offer something for everyone!
Sloppy Lentils
Sloppy Joe got dumped when Sloppy Jane went meatless in this vegetarian dinner recipe from Oh My Veggies. Protein-rich lentils swirl together with tomato sauce, molasses, and garlic only to be spooned over hamburger buns, or served alongside rice or polenta.
Heirloom BLT Salad with Coconut Bacon
Did someone say bacon? Homemade crispy coconut bacon adds a satisfying crunch to this kale salad loaded with whole-grain croutons from the blog Cookie and Kate. (Skip the croutons to make it gluten-free.) Best of all, this vegetarian dinner idea comes together in only 15 minutes’ prep.
Spiced Cauliflower “Couscous”
Love & Lemons makes couscous out of pureed cauliflower florets in this inventive vegetarian dinner recipe. Coconut milk, turmeric, curry powder, cinnamon, and salt dress up “riced” cauliflower with a robust sauce.
Pizza Quinoa Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
Portabella mushrooms do double-duty as a pizza “crust” and handy vessel for cheesy-quinoa goodness in these stuffed mushroom caps from Oh My Veggies.
Goat Cheese Squash Casserole
Add this this casserole from blog Kitchen 1204 to your repertoire, with its top layer of crushed crackers adding texture to the Southern staple that’s been updated to include goat cheese and yogurt.
Chickpeas and Dumplings
Chicken and dumplings get a vegetarian makeover in this hearty soup from Oh My Veggies that only requires 15 minutes of prep time. Tender carrots, red potatoes, parsnips, and celery make a nice contrast to firm, flavorful dumplings.
Greek Macaroni & Cheese with Roast Garlic and Caramelized Leeks
Traditional mac and cheese gets a Mediterranean infusion from the blog Adventures in Cooking with tangy feta and sun dried tomatoes.
Quinoa “Fried” Rice with Fried Eggs
Love fried rice? Kitchen 1204 combines protein-rich quinoa with peppers, tomatoes, onions, and squash in this healthy makeover of the classic dish. Top with a fried egg, and for added crunch, garnish with cashews.
Smoked Cheddar Grilled Cheese with Granny Smith Apple
Tart Granny Smith apples complement salty, smoky cheddar in this fast grilled cheese sandwich from the blog Adventures in Cooking.
Slow Cooker Lentil Bolognese
If you think going meatless means giving up Bolognese, think again. This vegetarian recipe on Holy Cow Vegan reinvents the classic Italian sauce with lentils, tomatoes, vegetable stock, and herbs, giving the ingredients a chance to harmonize into a thick, savory mixture begging for pasta.
Chili-Lime Cucumber Noodles
A bed of light “noodles” from cucumber ribbons perch on salted watermelon, topped with a sprinkling of pumpkin seeds, chopped mint, and basil in this vegetarian dinner idea from the blog The First Mess.
Warm Pasta Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Pesto Vinaigrette
If you’re craving a hearty pasta salad, Fat Free Vegan features one with roasted eggplant and zucchini, peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes, tossed in a quick-yet-impressive dressing that blends basil and garlic with a bottled balsamic vinaigrette.
Butternut Squash, Parmesan, and Pasta
Pasta, butter, and walnuts meet roasted butternut squash and onion in this simple but satisfying vegetarian dinner recipe from Naturally Ella. If you’re working with whole squash, warm it up in the oven for a few minutes to make cutting easier.
Tofu That Tastes Good Stir Fry
Anything but bland, Minimalist Baker creates this vegetarian dinner recipe with carrots and green beans, but feel free to use up whatever veggies you have on hand. The easy five-ingredient sauce combines soy sauce, ginger, brown sugar, agave, and corn starch for a tangy finish.
