Vegetarian recipes — page 2

139 simple vegetarian dinners with the full method for each.

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Italian

Melanzane alla Parmigiana (Eggplant Parmesan)

A rich, comforting Italian bake made with layered slices of tender eggplant, rich garlic tomato sauce, and bubbling mozzarella. Served with crusty bread.

55 min 800 kcal
VegetarianHigh-protein
Turkish

Mercimek Köftesi with Lettuce

Flavor-packed, mildly spicy Turkish vegan meatballs made from a soft blend of red lentils and bulgur, traditionally served wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves.

45 min 690 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Indian

Methi Matar Malai with Paratha

An exquisite and creamy curry combining the slight bitterness of fenugreek leaves with the sweetness of green peas, served with flaky paratha.

30 min 730 kcal
Vegetarian
Mexican

Mexican Street Corn Salad with Black Beans

A deconstructed version of elote, featuring charred sweet corn, black beans, and feta cheese, all tossed in a creamy, lime-infused dressing.

15 min 780 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
Ethiopian

Misir Wot with Injera

A vibrantly spiced Ethiopian red lentil stew simmered in rich, aromatic berbere butter and served over traditional spongy injera flatbread.

50 min 770 kcal
Vegetarian
Lebanese

Mujadara with Yogurt and Salad

A rustic, comforting dish of savory lentils and rice cooked together, topped with crispy caramelized onions.

45 min 720 kcal
Vegetarian
Japanese

Mushroom and Tofu Donburi

A savory Japanese rice bowl topped with tender tofu and shiitake mushrooms simmered in a sweet dashi broth with beaten egg.

25 min 700 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Indian

Mutter Paneer with Basmati Rice

A classic North Indian dish of soft paneer cubes and sweet green peas simmered in a comforting, spiced tomato gravy, served over fluffy rice.

30 min 840 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
Indian

Navratan Korma with Garlic Naan

A luxurious, mildly sweet Indian curry made with mixed vegetables, paneer, and cashews, simmered in a rich cream sauce and served with warm naan.

35 min 850 kcal
Vegetarian
Thai

Pad See Ew with Tofu

Broad, charred rice noodles wok-tossed rapidly in a dark, sweet soy glaze with crispy cubed tofu and bitter Chinese broccoli.

25 min 750 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Thai

Pad Thai with Tofu

A sweet, tangy, and savory Thai stir-fried rice noodle dish with crispy tofu, egg, bean sprouts, chives, peanuts, and lime.

30 min 820 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free+1
Indian

Palak Paneer with Rice

A vibrant, nutritious vegetarian curry combining soft cubes of paneer cheese folded into a spiced, creamy spinach purée.

40 min 780 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
Indian

Paneer Butter Masala with Rice

Crisp cubes of Indian cheese floating in an irresistibly smooth, buttery tomato sauce, boasting a luxurious finish of cream and blended cashews.

45 min 850 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
Indian

Paneer Tikka with Mint Chutney and Rice

Marinated paneer cubes and bell peppers grilled until charred, served with fluffy basmati rice and a cooling mint coriander chutney.

35 min 830 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
Italian

Pasta e Fagioli

A rustic Italian soup of cannellini beans and small pasta in a tomato and vegetable broth, finished with Parmesan and parsley.

35 min 780 kcal
Vegetarian
Spanish

Patatas a la Importancia with Crusty Bread

A deeply comforting Spanish dish of battered, golden potato slices braised in a fragrant saffron, garlic, and white wine broth.

45 min 760 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Italian

Pesto Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Pine Nuts

A vibrant and quick pasta dish featuring fusilli coated in aromatic basil pesto, tossed with sweet sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and crunchy pine nuts.

20 min 800 kcal
Vegetarian
Vietnamese

Phở Chay (Vegetarian Pho)

A comforting Vietnamese noodle soup featuring a fragrant, spiced vegetable broth poured over flat rice noodles, tofu, and fresh herbs.

35 min 720 kcal
VeganVegetarian+1
Salvadoran

Pupusas de Queso con Curtido

Thick, handmade corn tortillas generously stuffed with melted cheese, served with curtido, a vibrant and tangy pickled cabbage slaw.

45 min 680 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
Indian

Rajma Chawal

The quintessential North Indian comfort food composed of hearty, spiced kidney beans in a savory gravy served over plain white rice.

40 min 750 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
French

Ratatouille with Herbed Rice

A Provençal vegetable medley of stewed courgette, aubergine, peppers, and tomatoes, served warmly with fragrant herbed white rice.

45 min 620 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free+1
Italian

Rigatoni alla Norma

A traditional Sicilian pasta dish highlighting tender fried aubergine, rich tomato sauce, and savory grated cheese.

35 min 750 kcal
Vegetarian
Italian

Risotto ai Funghi

An intensely creamy, earthy rice dish packed with sautéed mushrooms, savory broth, and rich parmesan cheese.

40 min 740 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
Chinese

Scallion Pancakes with Cucumber Salad

Flaky, crispy, pan-fried flatbreads heavily studded with green onions, served alongside a sharp, tangy, and cooling smashed cucumber salad.

15 min 850 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Tunisian

Shakshuka with Feta and Challah Bread

A vibrant and warming North African dish of eggs gently poached in a rich, spiced tomato and pepper sauce, finished with feta and soft bread.

30 min 770 kcal
Vegetarian
Greek

Spanakopita with Greek Salad

A crisp, golden pie filled with savory spinach and feta cheese layered in delicate filo pastry, paired with a vibrant side salad.

60 min 710 kcal
Vegetarian
Mexican

Spicy Sofritas Burrito Bowl

A high-protein, nutrient-packed bowl loaded with spicy crumbled tofu, black beans, white rice, and fresh avocado salsa.

25 min 830 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free+1
Chinese

Stir-Fried Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

Silky, melt-in-your-mouth eggplant and firm tofu tossed in an intensely savory, sweet, and sticky garlic sauce, served over fluffy white rice.

25 min 760 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Korean

Sundubu Jjigae (Soft Tofu Stew) with Rice

A bubbling, spicy Korean stew featuring silky soft tofu, zucchini, and shiitake mushrooms in a gochugaru broth, topped with a raw egg. Served with rice.

30 min 770 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Indonesian

Tahu Tempe Balado with Rice

A fiery vegetarian plate highlighting fried chunks of tofu and tempeh coated in a sweet chili and tomato relish.

35 min 700 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Moroccan

Taktouka with Fried Eggs and Bread

A smoky, cooked salad of roasted green peppers and tomatoes infused with cumin, served warm with fried eggs and crusty bread.

45 min 740 kcal
Vegetarian
Indonesian

Tempeh Goreng with Rice and Sambal

Golden, crispy fried tempeh marinated in coriander and garlic, served with jasmine rice and spicy Indonesian sambal.

25 min 760 kcal
VeganVegetarian+2
Thai

Thai Coconut Soup with Mushrooms

A creamy, profoundly aromatic vegetarian Tom Kha soup heavily infused with galangal and lemongrass, packed with mushrooms and tender tofu over rice.

20 min 780 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free+1
Thai

Thai Peanut Noodle Salad

A vibrant, cold noodle salad bursting with shredded crisp vegetables and edamame, deeply coated in a rich, tangy peanut and lime dressing.

15 min 700 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Thai

Thai Red Curry with Bamboo Shoots and Tofu

A fiery and aromatic coconut milk curry packed with tender tofu cubes, crisp green beans, and bamboo shoots, served with fragrant jasmine rice.

25 min 850 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free+1
Greek

Tiropita with Greek Salad

Crispy, golden phyllo pastry triangles stuffed with a savory feta and egg filling, served with a simple cucumber and tomato salad.

45 min 800 kcal
Vegetarian
Spanish

Tortilla Española with Tomato Salad

A thick, substantial Spanish omelette packed with tender layers of confit potatoes and soft onions, served cold or warm with a fresh salad.

45 min 750 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free+1
Italian

Tuscan Ribollita Soup with Crusty Bread

A rustic and hearty vegetable stew thickened with cannellini beans and crusty bread, featuring tender cavolo nero and a savory tomato broth.

40 min 730 kcal
Vegetarian
Indian

Veg Kadai

A vibrant, slightly spicy Indian stir-fry featuring mixed vegetables and paneer tossed in a thick, deeply flavorful tomato and coriander gravy.

35 min 790 kcal
Vegetarian
Moroccan

Vegetable Couscous with Chickpeas

A fragrant, comforting stew of tender root vegetables and plump chickpeas simmered in Moroccan spices, poured over fluffy couscous.

45 min 720 kcal
Vegetarian
Japanese

Vegetable Gyoza with Soy Dipping Sauce and Rice

Crispy, pan-fried Japanese dumplings filled with savory vegetables, served alongside steaming white rice and a tangy, slightly spicy dipping sauce.

20 min 810 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Indian

Vegetable Pulao with Raita

A delicate, fragrant one-pot rice dish studded with mixed vegetables and whole spices, paired with cooling cucumber yogurt.

35 min 680 kcal
VegetarianGluten-free
Indian

Vegetable Samosas with Mint Chutney and Chickpea Salad

Crispy, golden pastry triangles filled with spiced potatoes, served with a cooling mint dip and a vibrant, refreshing chickpea side salad.

25 min 850 kcal
Vegetarian
Moroccan

Vegetable Tagine with Couscous

A fragrant Moroccan stew of roasted root vegetables, chickpeas, and dried apricots simmered in warm spices, served over fluffy couscous.

40 min 790 kcal
VeganVegetarian+1
American

Vegetarian BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich with Coleslaw

A smoky, sweet, and sticky American-style sandwich featuring tender shredded jackfruit in rich BBQ sauce, topped with creamy, crisp coleslaw.

20 min 720 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Korean

Vegetarian Bibimbap with Fried Egg

A vibrant Korean rice bowl topped with seasoned sautéed spinach, carrots, bean sprouts, tofu, a fried egg, and sweet-spicy gochujang sauce.

40 min 710 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Mexican

Vegetarian Chilaquiles Verdes with Fried Egg

A vibrant, traditional Mexican breakfast-for-dinner featuring crispy tortilla chips simmered in tangy salsa verde, topped with a runny fried egg and queso fresco.

20 min 840 kcal
Vegetarian
American

Vegetarian Chili with Cornbread

A thick, spiced tomato chili packed with beans and sweet corn, served alongside a slice of golden cornbread.

45 min 790 kcal
Vegetarian
Chinese

Vegetarian Dan Dan Noodles

A fiery, tongue-tingling Sichuan classic reimagined with spicy, savory plant-based mince and tender bok choy, all coated in a rich sesame chili sauce.

20 min 790 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free
Nigerian

Vegetarian Egusi Soup with Rice

A rich and savory Nigerian stew made with ground melon seeds, spinach, and a spicy tomato-pepper base, served alongside fluffy white rice.

45 min 780 kcal
VeganVegetarian+2
Spanish

Vegetarian Empanadas with Spinach and Pine Nuts

Flaky, golden, crescent-shaped Spanish pastries generously stuffed with a creamy, nutty mixture of fresh spinach, rich ricotta cheese, and toasted pine nuts.

35 min 810 kcal
Vegetarian
Lebanese

Vegetarian Fattoush Salad with Crispy Pita

A vibrant, crunchy Lebanese salad bursting with fresh vegetables, hearty chickpeas, and crumbled feta, tossed in a zesty sumac dressing with crispy pita.

20 min 790 kcal
Vegetarian
Moroccan

Vegetarian Harira Soup with Bread

A hearty and spiced Moroccan tomato soup loaded with lentils, chickpeas, and fresh herbs, served with crusty bread.

45 min 760 kcal
VeganVegetarian+1
Chinese

Vegetarian Hot and Sour Soup with Tofu

A deeply comforting, perfectly balanced bowl of thick, tangy, and peppery soup loaded with tofu strips, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, and noodles.

20 min 680 kcal
VegetarianLactose-free+1
Nigerian

Vegetarian Jollof Rice

A smoky, deeply flavorful West African one-pot rice dish cooked in a rich, spicy blended base of tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions.

55 min 680 kcal
VeganVegetarian+2
Japanese

Vegetarian Katsu Curry

A comforting Japanese curry featuring a thick, sweet, and mild spiced sauce served over crispy, panko-breaded pumpkin slices and sticky white rice.

35 min 760 kcal
Vegetarian
Chinese

Vegetarian Lo Mein

Quick and easy Chinese stir-fried egg noodles with carrots, cabbage, and bell peppers in a savory ginger-garlic soy sauce.

30 min 620 kcal
Vegetarian
American

Vegetarian Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli

A supremely comforting American classic baked dish featuring tender macaroni and broccoli florets enveloped in a rich, incredibly cheesy cheddar sauce.

35 min 800 kcal
Vegetarian
Lebanese

Vegetarian Manakish Za'atar with Cucumber and Tomato

A warm, soft Lebanese flatbread heavily smothered in a fragrant olive oil and za'atar blend, served with cooling labneh, fresh vegetables, and olives.

10 min 740 kcal
Vegetarian
Italian

Vegetarian Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil

A classic, simple pizza with a crisp base, rich tomato passata, melted fresh mozzarella, and aromatic fresh basil leaves.

25 min 870 kcal
Vegetarian