Searching for vegetarian recipes? That’s actually the very reason I created this website! My husband Alex and I developed a love for plant-based meals, began sharing our recipes online, and eventually authored a celebrated vegetarian cookbook.
Through years of recipe experimentation, I’ve discovered that a lot of vegetarian recipes tend to fall short: they either lack sufficient plant-based protein or flavor. Therefore, here’s a compilation of my absolute favorite easy vegetarian recipes that have won over my real-life family and received excellent feedback from readers. Some are vegetarian dinner suggestions, others are lunch and breakfast options, and I’ve included a few dessert recipes as well!
My Top Easy Vegetarian Recipes
One convenient vegetarian dinner option that everyone enjoys is sheet pan fajitas! It’s a fantastic way to prepare a fun, healthy meal without anyone noticing the absence of meat! Roast an abundance of veggies on a sheet pan with spices, and serve alongside refried beans and a quick and simple homemade guacamole. Also, check out my Vegetarian Fajitas or Classic Fajita Veggies.
This Mediterranean rice bowl ranks among my favorite vegetarian dinner options, ready in only 30 minutes! It’s loaded with vibrant vegetables and delightful flavors featuring fluffy turmeric rice, seasoned chickpeas, and the best creamy tzatziki sauce.
I appreciate that this vegetarian enchilada casserole delivers a delicious and hearty vegetarian dinner choice centered around comforting food. It’s simpler to prepare than rolling your own enchiladas and makes for a crowd-pleasing meal where meat is hardly missed.
In all of my vegetarian recipes for beginners, I aim to ensure they are so delectable that you feel fully satisfied without meat. This is true for our chickpea curry: it’s incredibly flavorful, packed with ginger, garlic, cumin, curry powder, and a bit of coconut milk. It’s among my top vegetarian dinner recipes for fulfilling plant-based cooking.
Meet another of my favorite vegetarian and vegan dinner dishes: the Falafel Burger! It’s simple to whip up using canned chickpeas. The blend of a cumin and coriander-infused chickpea patty with a refreshing cucumber sauce is genuinely rewarding.
This sweet potato lentil soup is a comforting, creamy, budget-friendly vegetarian dish crafted from wholesome ingredients and aromatic spices. It’s perfect for meal prep and is rich in plant-based protein and fiber! Also, take a look at my even simpler 7 Ingredient Lentil Soup.
Eggplant Parmesan might be one of my all-time favorite vegetarian recipes. There’s something truly gratifying about those golden brown breaded eggplant slices smothered in tangy tomato sauce and stretchy melted cheese. For years, I’ve been experimenting to discover the best method to prepare it, and this baked version has become my favorite!
This scrumptious bowl features perfectly-seasoned, savory crispy tofu that’s golden outside and tender inside. It’s paired with fluffy rice and fresh vegetables, then drizzled with spicy mayo and topped with crunchy fried onions. Also give my favorite Air Fryer Tofu a try!
This delightful black bean tacos recipe takes only 15 minutes, making it a quick and easy vegetarian dinner option that everyone will enjoy! Personalize your toppings for numerous variations. You can also opt for my Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos if you have a bit more time.
This curry is a favorite not just due to the rich, comforting taste of the red lentils, which dissolve in your mouth seasoned with red curry paste and coconut milk. It’s that zesty cilantro chutney, which you can prepare while the lentils simmer that brings everything to life with a burst of tangy flavor!
This 30-minute vegetarian dinner showcases these effortless black beans, a trick to transform a bland can of beans into something spectacular in just 5 minutes. Pair it with rice and vibrant vegetables, topped with cilantro lime ranch.
What could be a more iconic Italian vegetarian dish than pizza margherita? Here’s how to create that iconic pie at home, featuring a flavor-packed pizza sauce and this straightforward pizza dough recipe (which you can use for any topping).
Among all my vegetarian recipes, this wild rice soup consistently receives rave reviews! It’s actually vegan, but you’d swear it’s made with cream. Cashews create a creamy base, complemented by tender wild rice, cozy carrots, onions, and white beans that contribute additional plant-based protein.
Cooking your meal on a baking sheet results in an effortless vegetarian recipe! This easy sheet pan dinner is filled with colorful vegetables and brimming with flavor. It’s a plant-based meal that allows everything to roast on a single sheet pan at once: loads of nutritious veggies and chickpeas for plant-based protein.
This mac and cheese recipe emphasizes balance: it has intense flavor, slightly less cheese per serving than traditional recipes, and it’s packed with broccoli for a healthy dose of nutrients and fiber! This dish is a regular staple in my home.
Here’s yet another one of my beginner-friendly vegetarian recipes that everyone adores. Moroccan spices enhance this soup, incorporating cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon.