Vegetarian recipes can be a great way to add variety to your weeknight dinners without spending too much time in the kitchen. This collection is packed with easy and perfect dishes for those busy evenings when you want something quick and satisfying. Whether you’re a seasoned vegetarian or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your routine, these recipes are simple, healthy, and downright delicious.
Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta
This creamy sun-dried tomato pasta, a one-pot dish ready in 30 minutes, is loaded with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, ricotta cheese, and parmesan cheese.
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Rigatoni Arrabbiata
This rigatoni arrabbiata, ready in 30 minutes, features fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil, making it a quick weeknight meal that will change your life.
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Quick Fried Rice with Leftover Rice
Quick and easy fried rice, made in 15 minutes with day-old rice and whatever you have in your fridge, is perfect for weeknight meals or quick lunches.
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Mushroom Ragù
This Mushroom Ragù is a hearty and flavorful weeknight meal, perfect over pasta, rice, or polenta. The umami flavor of the mushrooms will make you not miss the mea
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Broccoli Pesto Pasta
This broccoli pesto pasta, ready in 30 minutes, is a delicious weeknight dinner with toasted lemon zest, roasted broccoli, and cherry tomatoes, served with whipped ricotta.
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Spicy Vodka Pasta
This take on spicy vodka pasta, with or without vodka, can be easily made vegan or vegetarian, perfect for weeknight dinners or date nights.
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Fried Avocado Tacos
These fried avocado tacos, vegan and gluten-free, feature avocado fries, refried beans, and a creamy poblano sauce on corn tortillas. They’re crunchy, spicy, and creamy all at once.
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Corn Casserole without Jiffy Mix
This corn casserole without jiffy blends sweet and creamed corn into a golden delight, seasoned with nutmeg and garnished with parsley for pure homemade goodness.
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Beans and Cornbread
This Southern comfort food is perfect for a cold winter day, made with simple ingredients and spices. This easy to make and customizable dish is going to become your new favorite budget meal.
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Spring Pasta with Peas and Oyster Mushrooms
This vegan spring pasta, made with pea shoot pesto and roasted oyster mushrooms, takes just 30 minutes, making it a flavorful, quick meal.
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Spaghetti Squash Casserole
This spaghetti squash casserole is healthy, cheesy, and flavorful. This casserole is ready in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Misir Wot – Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew
Ethiopian split lentil stew with warm spices is vegan, gluten-free, and ready in 45 minutes, served with flatbread or rice for a hearty meal.
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Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Enjoy this stuffed spaghetti squash recipe, bursting with veggies, herbs, and gooey mozzarella, perfect for any occasion. Low in calories, high in flavor, you can’t go wrong!
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Penne Pomodoro
This Penne Pomodoro recipe is authentic, easy, and tasty, perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal, ready in under 30 minutes and budget-friendly.
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Authentic Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
This classic three-ingredient bucatini cacio e pepe recipe, adapted from my neighborhood restaurant and Anthony Bourdain’s favorite in Rome, is as authentic and foolproof as it gets.
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Pasta alla Norma
Pasta alla Norma, with its rich tomato sauce, sautéed eggplant, and fresh basil, offers a classic Italian meal that’s hearty and ready in 30 minutes.
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One Pot Lemon Ricotta Pasta
This lemon ricotta pasta, ready in 15 minutes, is perfect for any occasion, whether a quick weeknight dinner or a dinner party. The peppery arugula and creamy ricotta make a perfect combination.
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Jamaican Rasta Pasta
This vegan rasta pasta, mildly spiced and made with fresh ingredients. This pasta is ready in 30 minutes, so it’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Cheesy Green Bean Casserole
This cheesy green bean casserole, ready in 30 minutes, combines crispy beans with a savory, melt-in-your-mouth dish and a golden topping.
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Kimchi Grilled Cheese
In this kimchi grilled cheese, tangy kimchi meets creamy mozzarella and cheddar between golden-browned sourdough slices, ready in 20 minutes.
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