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Skipping the meat doesn't mean you have to skip flavor in these delicious vegetarian-friendly dinners. Sear a batch of hearty black bean burgers, bake rice-stuffed bell peppers, or layer up a spinach lasagna; there's something for everyone in the family to love within this collection of meatless main dishes.
Brown Rice Buddha Bowl
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Grain bowls are easy to customize with your favorite veggies and proteins, and this Asian-inspired version is no different. Tofu, chickpeas, veggies, and rice all stack together before getting a drizzle of tangy sesame dressing.
Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burgers
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Forget frozen veggie burgers. All you need are a handful of ingredients to create these crave-worthy black bean burgers. If you like your patties extra firm, many reviewers suggest using two eggs instead of one.
Loaded Vegetarian Quiche
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A hearty, meat-free quiche of this caliber works equally well for any meal of the day. Serve it with a light green salad for a lovely dinner.
Crazy Creamy Chickpea Curry
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Heavy spices are balanced out with rich coconut milk in this vegan-friendly dish. "The recipe is great," says Feleesa. "I made double the recipe so that my family of four adults could have it for the workweek. They loved it!"
Tomato Basil Penne Pasta
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This savory, cheesy, and saucy pasta is a guaranteed weeknight winner. If you plan to serve this dish to anyone following a vegetarian diet, opt for a vegetarian-friendly Parmesan cheese (one that’s made without using rennet) or you can skip the Parmesan altogether.
Chef John's Shakshuka
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This one-pot dinner packs in plenty of veggies and protein thanks to the eggs. If you're serving heat-sensitive palates, dial back on the jalapeno and cayenne.
Pad Thai with Tofu
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Recreate your takeout favorite at home with this easy pad Thai recipe. Don't skip the tamarind concentrate; it's worth searching for in Asian or Indian grocery stores because of its distinct tangy flavor.
Artichoke Spinach Lasagna
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“I have made this recipe now several times, and it always comes out perfect,” says LauraKKH. “Even people who hate spinach love this recipe.”
Addictive Sweet Potato Burritos
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Dress up your basic bean burrito with the addition of roasted sweet potatoes. This recipe makes a big batch of 12, but leftovers are perfect for freezing and reheating in the microwave.
Vegetarian Chickpea Sandwich Filling
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Great for lunch or dinner, this sandwich filling features mashed chickpeas with mayo, herbs, and chopped veggies. Serve on a hearty slice of sourdough or stuff into a pita.
Spinach Enchiladas
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Two types of cheese — ricotta and Monterey Jack — are featured in this ultra-creamy recipe. Even spinach haters will be tempted to try a bite.
Stuffed Peppers My Way
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"I love these, and make them about three times each month," says Post-It Poet. "My vegetarian husband loves these as well."
California Grilled Veggie Sandwich
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This isn't your average veggie sandwich. Zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions are all grilled to perfection, before being tucked into focaccia bread with a tangy garlic mayo.
Vegan Potato Soup
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For when you just need an easy and comforting dish for dinner, this vegan potato soup will check all the boxes. If you like a chunky soup, set aside a few scoops of vegetables before the pur?eing step.
Red Lentil Curry
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"This is a rich and hearty lentil curry, great as a main meal rather than as a side dish like the more traditional Indian dhal," says recipe creator Emma Maher. "Don't let the ingredient list faze you, this really is an easy dish to make."
Mujadarrah (Lentils and Rice with Fried Onions)
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"This may sound like a plain recipe, but believe me, it's wonderful," says recipe creator Melissa Mueller. "It is an easy-to-make Middle Eastern comfort food that combines lentils, rice, and delicious fried onions."
Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili
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Black and kidney beans pair up with chickpeas for this hearty plant-based chili. Set up a toppings bars — with favorites like cheese, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa — to everyone in the family can dress up their bowl of chili.
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