Have you recently switched to a vegetarian diet or are you just expecting no-meat-eating guests for dinner? Or maybe you simply want to cut down on meat, especially at dinner time. Well, whatever the reason, you will certainly need some easy vegetarian dinner ideas and that’s exactly what you’ll find here!
From healthy soups through bowls and one-pan meals in this collection of easy vegetarian dinners, you’ll find delicious recipes without meat that anyone can make!
1. Mediterranean Baked Falafel Bowls
If you are a fan of both Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, then this healthy vegetarian dinner is tailor-made for you. It is high in plant-based protein as well as fiber. Prep the falafels and pair with tzatziki and a vitamin-rich salad for a healthy nutritious meal!
2. Healthy Broccoli Soup
There is nothing more hearty and comforting than a bowl of hot soup at the end of a cold and exhausting day. Not only is it one of the easiest and quickest vegetarian dinner ideas, but it is also packed with protein and vitamins.
3. Mediterranean Green Beans
While searching for vegetarian meals and dinner ideas, you won’t often come across green beans. Well, they are extremely underrated. But let this not stop you because here is one of the best and most delicious green bean recipes that could become your next favorite. To make this flavorful goodness you’ll need green beans, feta cheese, some vegetables, and herbs.
4. Sweet Potato Black Bean Power Bowls
Made with only super healthy ingredients, you can enjoy your meal without any remorse and you don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen. Just season the sweet potatoes and cauliflower florets and sent them to the oven. Serve with mashed avocado, black beans and fresh herbs!
5. Spicy Feta Pasta
If you are a fan of spicy food and feta and only have 12 minutes to spare, spend it on making this tasty pasta! This amazing vegetarian dinner recipe is filling, creamy, delicious, and calls for only a few simple ingredients.
6. Cauliflower Fried Rice
You love rice but want to cut down on your carbohydrates? No worries! You can still enjoy your favorite dish – just try this low-carb vegetarian fried rice recipe for dinner. Don’t be intimidated, making cauliflower rice is easy and tastes good!
7. Healthy Dinner Salad
Nothing can be easier and healthier than this good-for-you vegetarian salad for dinner. It’s so flavorful, delicious, and filling that you’ll want to eat it over and over again. You’ll need feta, potatoes, roasted peppers and fresh seasonal vegetables for the salad!
8. Vegan Quesadillas with Chickpeas
These vegan chickpea quesadillas are definitely among my go-to quick and easy vegetarian dinner ideas! You’ll need 15 minutes and canned chickpeas to put them together and they’re so amazing!
9. Tomato and Basil Quinoa Risotto
Got some leftover quinoa, but don’t want a salad? Well, turn on the stove because this simple quinoa risotto may be one of the tastiest vegetarian dinner recipes you have ever stumbled upon. And it’s ready in just 10 minutes!
10. Avocado Black Bean Quesadilla
Are you in for something easy but super delicious tonight? Well, here’s the next recipe on our list of healthy vegetarian dinners that will take you less than 15 minutes to cook. As its name suggests, you will need canned black beans to prepare the bean filling together with some chopped vegetables, herbs as well as spices. Spread the mixture on half of the tortilla and then add sliced avocado, arugula, olives, and cheese. Fold the tortilla and toast in a non-stick pan on both sides until golden brown. Serve either with fresh salad or your favorite sauce and enjoy!
11. Broccoli and Red Lentil Soup
This is one of the vegetarian dinner ideas that are bound to warm up both your body and soul. And you get to use up that broccoli you promised yourself you’ll eat when you were grocery shopping a week ago.
12. Mediterranean Chickpea Skillet
This chickpea skillet is one of the fastest vegetarian dinner recipes ready in no more than 15 minutes. So, if you have a can of chickpeas and some veggies in your fridge, then head for the kitchen and before you know it you’ll be ready to serve a really delicious and nutritious dish.
13. Lentil Wraps
If you like wraps as much as I do, then you should definitely give this recipe a go. Super tasty, flavorful, and nutrient-rich!
14. Lentil Coconut Curry
You should know this from the very beginning; this lentil coconut curry can be addictive. What is more, it is vegan, gluten-free, and rich in antioxidants, which makes it a super healthy choice for your dinner tonight.
15. Mediterranean Chickpea Wraps
Told you I love wraps! And the Mediterranean diet, so these are a no-brainer! These chickpea wraps taste amazing and are not only super easy to make but also an excellent source of plant-based protein.
16. Lentil Vegetable Soup
Packed with all kinds of vegetables – from mushrooms to broccoli, this healthy lentil soup is light, but filling and so good on a cold day for dinner or lunch!
17. Tomato Basil Tortellini
Imagine a creamy tortellini recipe with the beautiful flavors ot garlic, fresh tomatoes and basil. This is exactly it and it’s wonderful and everyone has to make it once, whether you’re vegetarian or not.
See, There are Many Vegetarian Dinner Ideas
Like way beyond this list, but these are my favorite, because they’re packed with flavor and pretty healthy too! I hope you enjoy them!
Easy Vegetarian Dinner Ideas
This collection of vegetarian dinner ideas includes easy recipes for healthy soups, bowls, one-pan meals and pasta dishes anyone can make!
Ingredients
- 7oz/200g cheese tortellini, refrigerated
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup juicy tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup basil
- 2 Tbsp milk
- 2 Tbsp cream cheese (heaping)
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Chop all the vegetables and heat a large pan (medium-high temperature).
- Cook the chopped tomato with the olive oil in the pan for 2-3 minutes, covered with a lid until you get your tomato sauce.
- Stir in the tortellini and let them cook for 1-2 minutes (or follow instructions on package label - some types might need to cook longer - the ones I bought took 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the zucchini and garlic. Then add the cream cheese and a little bit of milk - this will turn into a creamy garlicky sauce.
- In 1-2 minutes add in the mozzarella cheese and the basil, stirring throughout. Have a taste and add salt if needed.
- Serve immediately and add Parmesan cheese or arugula if desired.
Nutrition Information
Yield 2 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 557Total Fat 29gSaturated Fat 10gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 17gCholesterol 67mgSodium 841mgCarbohydrates 56gFiber 4gSugar 6gProtein 20g