Vegetarian Main Dish Recipes

Staff Picks

Brown Rice Buddha Bowl

A fresh and crisp meal in one. Brown rice, vegetables, tofu and chickpeas are topped with a spicy Thai basil dressing and toasted sesame seeds.

By Buckwheat Queen

Tehri was originally concocted by kings in northern India as a vegetarian equivalent to the Mughals' mutton or chicken biryani. This modern-day version has deliciously soft sweet vegetables and flavorful long-grain rice. Serve with chilled yogurt and spicy curry on the side.

By thesiamesecat

Fresh Pesto Pizza

This is a basic vegetarian pizza that you can tweak to make your own special go-to dish. It's quick and easy and is the meal I plan for those busy nights when I can't spend much time in the kitchen.

By gregfreed

Roasted Eggplant Lasagna

In this lasagna, the eggplant rounds take place of the traditional noodles. Perfect if you're following a low-carb lifestyle and are in the mood for Italian.

By KEEPERROX

Crazy Creamy Chickpea Curry

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Coconut milk adds creaminess to this vegan dish, while enhancing the spicier notes.

By isachandra

Chef John's Shakshuka

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This North African one-dish-meal is so fast, easy, and delicious. Be sure to cook your sauce until the veggies are nice and soft and sweet. Once the eggs go in, you can finish covered on the stove, or just pop the pan into a hot oven until they cook to your liking.

By Chef John

Authentic Falafels

These falafels are the closest thing to NYC street vendor falafels! Made the traditional way with dried soaked chickpeas! Great on a pita with lettuce, cucumber and yogurt. Asafoetida is usually found in Middle Eastern or Indian food stores. If you prefer, you can use 2 to 3 garlic cloves and 1 small chopped onion instead. This is a great base recipe, customize it to your own tastes.

By Kathleen Woods Rubino

Pad Thai with Tofu

This is a favorite Thai dish that is light and combines sour, salt, sweet, and spicy flavors.

By Van Dana

Stuffed Peppers My Way

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Roasted green bell peppers are stuffed with feta cheese and a mixture of rice and green onions.

By Sandy

California Melt

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A satisfying open-face vegetarian sandwich with avocado, almonds and mushrooms.

By ORNERY

Manicotti

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Delicious! Serve with a crispy salad and garlic bread, and you'll have a dish your family will love! The kids like to help stuff the noodles too!

By Anny

Chili Rellenos Casserole

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This Chili Rellenos Casserole is very easy to prepare and is loaded with flavor. Great for a busy week night, and good enough for company.

By CLARISSA2

Inspiration and Ideas

Best Vegetarian Grilling Recipes

It's time to get outside and grill! These recipes are perfect for dinners on the deck.

Breaded Eggplant Rollatini

"This was a tasty meatless dish. My husband really liked it." – Celeste

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Sean's Falafel and Cucumber Sauce

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Vegetarian Skillet Dinners for Easy Weeknight Meals

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5-Ingredient Mexican Casserole

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Small dinner pie made with salsa, tortillas, refried beans, cheese, and onions.

More Vegetarian Main Dish Recipes

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

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Our authentic Greek spanakopita pie pairs flaky phyllo dough with spinach and feta.

By SILVERWOLF

Spinach Quiche

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Deep-dish deliciousness! Lots of veggies, plus 2 cheeses for super flavor.

By Allrecipes Member

Veggie Pizza

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An easy, fresh take on a favorite dish, packed with crunchy vegetables.

By MERRI C

Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burgers

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Skip the freezer aisle, make these flavorful vegetarian black bean burgers.

By LAURENMU

Portobello Mushroom Burgers

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The steak of veggie burgers! These grilled portobellos are easy and tasty.

By Allrecipes Member

Zucchini Patties

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These cheesy zucchini patties are an excellent way to use up that abundance of zucchini from the garden. Serve with a bit of tomato sauce or sour cream dabbed on top.

By Allrecipes Member

Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)

Poached eggs served over garlicky herbaceous Greek yogurt with chili oil.

By Chef John

Old Fashioned Mac and Cheese

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This is a classic recipe for macaroni and cheese. The kids will love this!

By JAYDE175

Easy Fried Eggplant

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This fried eggplant is golden and crisp, best served with fresh tomatoes.

By WALLEN

Loaded Vegetarian Quiche

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This cheesy, deep-dish quiche is loaded with vegetables, and so colorful!

By Kurt

Cucumber Sandwich

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I worked at a sandwich shop that made these vegetable sandwiches stuffed with cucumbers, sprouts, tomatoes, and avocadoes. They were a veggie's dream!

By REDVELVT22

Vegetable Fried Rice

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This dish combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the fresh taste of bell peppers, baby peas, and other vegetables.

By dakota kelly

Zucchini and Cheese

This is a quick and easy summer meal or side dish.

By JUZELLA

Pizza On The Grill I

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Even with a baking stone, a conventional oven is no match for a professional oven when it comes to making pizza. At home, or rather in your backyard, the grill is the way to go. The heat of a hot grill is perfect, and makes it possible to make incredible pizza at home. Use your favorite toppings, but keep in mind not to overload the pizza. Keep it light. Try it - everything is better on the grill!

By Allrecipes Member

Emily's Excellent Taco Casserole

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This is a super speedy dinner I like to make when it is getting late and I haven't cooked yet. Chili, corn chips and cheese are topped with lettuce and tomato. Spice it up with your favorite salsa. Vegetarian chili can be found with the regular chili - it is often labeled as 'fat free'. This recipe can easily be doubled, and cooked in a 9x13 inch baking dish.

By your mom