20+ Vegetarian Dinner Recipes to make on repeat! These easy meals are quick and mostly ready in under 30 minutes. From pasta dishes, tacos to curries these dinner ideas will please everyone at the dinner table.
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Protein-rich vegetarian dinner options
There are plenty of protein-rich vegetarian dinner options that are not only delicious but also satisfying.
- Canned chickpea recipes are packed with protein and fiber.
- Vegetarian chili using kidney beans, black beans, and/or pinto beans, is loaded with protein.
- Quinoa is a complete protein and is delicious made into pilaf or in hearty salad, like the Mexican quinoa salad.
- Black bean burgers, tacos or curries are filling and satisfying.
- Tofu is a great source of plant based protein.
Kid-friendly vegetarian dinners
Here are some vegetarian dinner ideas that incorporate familiar flavors and textures that kids tend to enjoy.
- Vegetarian pizza - Make pizza at home using homemade pizza dough or naan flat bread. Use marinara or pesto sauce and lots of colorful veggies like bell peppers, onion, mushrooms and olives.
- Mac and cheese with vegetables - Toss mac and cheese with steamed broccoli, peas, carrots or pumpkin puree for added nutrition.
- Vegetarian tacos: Fill soft or hard taco shells with Mexican chickpeas or seasoned black beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and guacamole.
- Sandwich - Use sauteed mushrooms or roasted cauliflower for a vegetarian sandwich recipe.
- Vegetarian Lasagna: Layer lasagna noodles with marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, sauteed spinach, shredded mozzarella and parmesan for a comforting meal.
- Fried rice - Fried rice offers a fantastic opportunity to incorporate your kids' favorite vegetables—it's quick, easy to prepare, and you can add tofu for extra protein.
- Vegetarian stir fry - Stir-fry colorful vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, carrots, and broccoli with tofu with a stir fry sauce and serve over rice or cooked noodles.
- Veggie burger - Make a vegetarian burger using chickpea or black bean patties, whole wheat burger buns, lettuce, tomato and serve with a side of healthy fries.
Vegetarian dinner recipes
Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or just aiming to add more plant-based meals into your diet, these vegetarian dinner recipes promise to make weeknight meals exciting and leave your family satisfied.
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