Find Vegetarian Recipes to inspire you! We share a huge list of the best vegetarian recipes, from breakfast and lunch to dinner and brunch, that we've personally tried and loved!
As a long-time vegetarian cook, I'm always on the lookout for delicious and nutritious veggie recipes.
In this epic list, you'll find vegetarian recipes from a wide range of cuisines and cooking styles.
Vegetarianism has come a long way. When I first went veggie, many decades ago, it was nearly impossible to find any veggie meals on a menu. Except perhaps a reheated veg lasagne and stuffed peppers.
Nowadays, with vegetarianism proving popular, you can easily find vegetarian recipes in restaurants and on grocery store shelves.
Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or trying a plant-based lifestyle, finding new and exciting recipes can be a game-changer.
In this blog post, I'm excited to share some of the best vegetarian recipes that I've personally tried and loved.
From quick and easy weekday meals to show-stopping dishes for your next dinner party, I've got you covered.
If you try any of these recipes, head down to the comments to let me know if you liked them!
What is vegetarian cooking?
Vegetarian cooking refers to the practice of preparing and cooking food without any meat, fish, and poultry.
Vegetarian cooking often involves using plant-based ingredients such as vegetables, grains, legumes, fruits, and nuts to create flavorful and nutritious meals.
It can encompass a wide variety of cuisines and styles. From traditional Indian dishes like chana masala and red lentil dahl, to hearty soups and stews.
Vegetarians include dairy and eggs into their diets, while a vegan diet excludes all animal products.
Whether you're a committed vegetarian or just looking to incorporate more meat-free meals into your diet, vegetarian recipes can be a fun and creative way to explore new flavors and ingredients.
FAQs
You can get vegetarian protein from sources like eggs, nut butter, yogurt, tofu, tempeh, beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds.
Vegetable Curry, Caprese Salad, Falafel, Vegetable Lasagna, Lentil Soup, Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers, Cheese Pizza, Veggie Omelette etc...
The number of vegetarians in the world is estimated to be between 1.5 billion and 1.6 billion. This is about 20% of the world's population.
The majority of vegetarians live in Asia, with India having the largest vegetarian population in the world.
Vegetarian Recipes
Vegetarian Recipes
Find Vegetarian Recipes to inspire you! In this list, we share some of the best vegetarian recipes that we've personally tried and loved!
This Caprese pasta salad is full of tender pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls and plenty of basil in a tasty dressing.
Butternut Beans is a simple, one-pan main or side dish combining roasted butternut squash and tender cannellini beans in a smoky, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a cozy, nourishing side.
Whip up these nourishing cabbage fritters in no time. They're crispy, tender and full of flavor. Just mix it all together and cook like pancakes.
Layers of sliced potatoes and onions, plus herbs and gruyere are all cooked in a vegetable broth in this delicious potato dish.
This vegetable galette is as tasty as it is pretty! Rustic pastry is filled with sliced Mediterranean veggies and herbs on a bed of goat cheese.
Pink sauce is a tasty blend of tomato sauce and cream sauce. The best of both worlds!
In this recipe, tofu is sautéed until crispy, then coated with an Asian-inspired sticky sauce with honey, soy sauce and 5-spice.
Use up healthy kale in these easy fritters. They're full of onion, corn and spices in a simple batter. Perfect for an easy healthy dinner when served with poached eggs.
Grilled halloumi and zucchini are tasty on this couscous, pea and corn salad!
I made this cassoulet for Linda McCartney years ago, and it's my veggie daughter's favorite meal. We have it a LOT!
This tasty nut roast is a great vegetarian version of meatloaf! It's full of mushrooms, nuts, eggs, cheese and plenty of seasonings.
Broad beans, also called fava beans, are perfect in this tasty salad, along with grilled zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, cheese, and herbs.
In this tasty, fresh, Feta Couscous Salad, seasoned fluffy couscous is tossed with summer vegetables, crumbled feta cheese, and pesto.
Warm leeks and earthy white beans get tossed with a creamy homemade honey mustard dressing in this delicious salad!
This easy frittata is a quick and simple dinner that's full of flavor. Ready in 30 minutes, with eggs, cream, cheese, broad beans (fava beans) and plenty of herbs.
This 20-minute Spinach Goat Cheese Pasta recipe is creamy and tangy, with freshness from the spinach, basil, and parmesan!
This Roasted Cauliflower Tacos recipe is easy to make and drizzled with a creamy chipotle lime sauce to add a bold Mexican flavor!
This Creamy Butternut Squash and Mushroom Pasta with sage is flavorful and delicious! A warming weeknight dinner that's ready in just 25 minutes.
In this easy, creamy Miso Mushrooms recipe, mushrooms are roasted and tossed in a garlic miso sauce. Perfect with rice and steamed vegetables for a tasty Japanese-inspired meal.
In this easy 1-pot recipe, Brussel sprouts are cooked until they're just the right amount of tender, then tossed into pasta and with a simple cream alfredo sauce.
This 1-pan Onion Tarte Tatin is a delicious and elegant French dish. It's made of caramelized onions cooked in a rich balsamic sauce, with a bed of flaky pastry.
Roasted red kuri squash is tender and tasty in this salad, with lettuce, toasted pecans, seeds, pomegranate seeds, feta, and a tasty balsamic maple mustard dressing.
This easy 1-pot Mushroom Ragu has a comforting flavor without the use of meat. Ready in just 35 minutes.
Tender leeks are cooked in a creamy cheese sauce, then baked with breadcrumbs on top. Super tasty.
This easy vegetarian Buffalo Cauliflower Dip recipe mixes 'pulled' cauliflower with a rich, hot and creamy sauce, topped with melted cheese.
Pumpkin makes a tasty veg addition in this creamy and velvety mac and cheese recipe.
Chana Masala is a flavor-packed chickpea (garbanzo bean) curry.
Roasted Cauliflower in Peanut Sauce is a tasty and easy vegan dinner recipe that's ready in just 20 minutes with 8 simple ingredients!
Use waffles to make an epic breakfast sandwich! Full of baked beans, grilled mushrooms and a fried egg.
This dill pickle pasta salad is filled with dill, tender pasta, a creamy sauce and chunks of cheddar cheese.
Simple sweet potato cakes make a tasty dinner, particularly when topped with a fried egg!
This creamy smooth lentil soup is packed with flavor and protein.
Paneer is a firm Indian cheese. It makes a perfect vegetarian curry with this easy butter masala sauce.
You only need 15 minutes for this veg-packed and flavor-packed mushroom ramen.
This cabbage soup is low calorie, but full of big flavor.
This creamy roasted cauliflower soup is rich and flavorful, yet very easy to make.
Roasted carrots and lentils combine with Indian spices in this tasty curry.
Brussels sprouts and other vegetables are served in a cream sauce, then topped with scrunched filo pastry.
Slices of grilled halloumi make a tasty sandwich filling, along with lettuce, tomato and onion, with a sriracha mayo sauce.
Whip up this tasty classic Spanish Omelette in 25 minutes with 4 simple pantry ingredients. This tortilla recipe is delicious served hot or cold.
Mushroom Stroganoff is really simple to make and is a real family-pleaser - plus it's ready in just 20 minutes with 9 ingredients! The paprika-infused creamy sauce is full of flavour.
Ready in just 15 minutes, these mushroom fajitas are full of flavor. The mushrooms give a dense 'meaty' texture that's perfect alongside the peppers.
This dish comes together with seasoned Chinese sauce with pulled jackfruit, tangy pickled onions, and soft, delicate bao buns.
These Jamaican Jerk seasoned tofu skewers are ready in 15 minutes. Serve them with rice and beans!
In this mushroom wellington, a savory mushroom filling is baked in flaky pastry.
Seasoned whole roasted cauliflower makes a surprisingly tasty main dish, when sliced and served with potatoes and vmore eggies!
This green pasta tastes incredible! It's made with avocados, peas and fresh green herbs in a healthy and delicious sauce.
Skillet pizza is a revelation! We love how it gets so crispy on the bottom. This one is topped with a tomato sauce, mozzarella, vegetarian sausages and fresh greens.
Halloumi makes an awesome veggie burger! This one is grilled, then served with a garlic yogurt sauce.
For an easy weeknight meal, try adding your favorite pizza toppings to store bought naan bread!
Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best. This one has pasta served with peas, pesto and parmesan.
Make this tasty and nourishing chickpea curry in under 15 minutes!
Spinach and peas combine to make a bright green and tasty veggie burger!
Up your protein with this super easy tofu curry!
I love this turmeric-roasted cauliflower. It's pretty, tasty and delicious served with salad and a herb dressing.
These smokey and heart Spanish beans with tomatoes and spices are easy to make in one pot in less than 20 minutes with just 7 ingredients.
Make these tasty bean and vegetable vegetarian tacos in your air fryer!
I make this dal recipe a LOT. Seriously, once a month for many years. It's sooo good and so easy. The tasty lentil curry is my go-to.
Cheesy Zucchini Fritters are quick, easy and make a tasty dinner, lunch or brunch. To make it more filling, try serving it with a poached egg.
This West African inspired peanut butter and bean stew is hearty and easy to make.
Make pizza night extra special, by adding carrot to the crust and the sauce!
This tasty noodle salad has rice noodles, veggies and a tasty peanut sauce.
Skewers of halloumi cheese and veggies are tasty grilled and served with your favorite salad.
Kai Jeow is a simple and tasty Thai omelette served with a drizzle of sriracha.
Turn falafels into falafel waffles! Just cook the mixture in your waffle iron, then add toppings.
Suja md says
So many great vegetarian recipes!
dina and bruce miller says
Wow! We love eating vegetables, and you showed us so many recipes! The goat cheese pasta is grabbing our attention, and we can not wait to make it! Thank you!
TAYLER ROSS says
I've been trying to cut meat out of a few of our meals a week, so this list is so helpful! I can't wait to try all of them- especially the bean salad!
Beth says
Oh, wow! There is so much variety here! I honestly had no idea that vegetarian dishes could be so varied and delicious. I'm bookmarking this for future reference.