50 Vegetarian Recipes for the New Year! Enjoy this roundup of vegetarian recipes to kick off a happy, healthy new year! An assortment of complete meals, meatless mains, pasta, sandwiches, soups + salads for tons of variety.
Pack Your Meal Plan with These 50 Vegetarian Recipes
Whether you already enjoy a plant-based diet or want to try some new dishes on Meatless Monday, this roundup is packed with options!
You’ll find complete meals, main dishes, pastas, sandwiches, hearty soups and flavorful salads.
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Complete Vegetarian Meals
These hearty recipes include all the ingredients for a complete meal. No need to add a thing…unless you want to, of course!
Sweet Potato Casserole with Black Beans, Kale and Quinoa | by Happy Kitchen
Comforting vegan sweet potato casserole with black beans, kale, quinoa and roasted garlic sauce. Easy to assemble and perfect to make ahead.
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Vegan Pastelón (Pastelón de Plátano Maduro) | by Plantbased and Broke
This sweet and savory Puerto Rican casserole has turned VEGAN and it’s just as good! Made with sweet, plátano maduro (sweet, ripe, plantains), flavor-packed lentils, and Puerto Rican spices. Pastelón is typically served on special occasions or to feed a crowd!
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Vegetarian Tacos With Quinoa | by The Daring Kitchen
With quinoa, veggies, and zesty curry sauce, these tacos are a delish twist on the Mexican classic. And, they are 100 percent vegetarian and gluten free!
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Fig, Pear, Walnut, Brie, Honey and Goat Cheese Pizza | by The Littlest Crumb
Fresh fig, pear, caramelized onions, brie and goat cheese. Topped with arugula and walnut crumbles. Followed by a drizzle of honey and fig balsamic glaze.
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Portobello Mushroom Fajitas | by Wholesome Made Easy
These roasted Portobello Mushroom Fajitas are a delicious meatless meal that even steadfast meat eaters will love. Ready in under 40 minutes!
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Eggplant Rolls with Creamy Spinach Cheese Filling | by Low Carb Spark
You’ll love these gluten-free, vegetarian eggplant rolls that are super low carb, light, meat-free, and the perfect comfort food.
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Vegan Yakisoba with Tofu | by My Plentiful Cooking
This vegan yakisoba, or Japanese stir-fried noodles, are paired with crispy tofu cubes! Fuss-free and ready in 30 minutes.
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Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls | by Wholly Tasteful
Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls recipe is a perfect, Lebanese-inspired meatless weeknight dinner that’s healthy and super flavorful.
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Brussels Sprouts Curry | by Plant-Based on a Budget
Get ready to indulge in this super creamy and satiating Brussels Sprouts Curry! In just 30 minutes, you’ll have an awesome dinner ready to be enjoyed by all!
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Chickpea Stuffed Peppers | by A Sweet Alternative
These chickpea stuffed peppers are an easy, filling, and tasty vegetarian dinner or lunch idea. They’re gluten-free too!
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Meatless Mains
All you need to round out these recipes is a side of veg, rice or pasta.
Healthy Mushroom Stroganoff | by Hedi Hearts
This vegan healthy mushroom stroganoff recipe is delicious and creamy. Using wholesome ingredients makes it naturally low in fat and calories.
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Lentil Koftas with Tomato Curry Coconut Sauce | by The Vegan Larder
I am a big fan of spices, curry and making my own patties. So these mixed Lentil Koftas with Tomato Curry Coconut sauce were a joy to make.
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The Best Teriyaki Tempeh | by The Vegan Larder
This rich-tasting teriyaki tempeh feels a bit like eating in an Asian restaurant!
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Sticky Sesame Cauliflower | by Her Wholesome Kitchen
Ready in only 30 minutes, this sticky sesame cauliflower uses the BEST thick, sweet sesame sauce. Naturally vegan and easily gluten-free.
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Fasolada (Greek White Bean Soup) | by Gypsy Plate
Fasolada is the ultimate Greek comfort food. This white bean soup is notable for a very generous drizzling of olive oil. Yum!
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Roasted Rainbow Vegetables With Tahini | by Dancing Through the Rain
This Roasted Rainbow Vegetables with Tahini Dressing dish is a sheet pan recipe in a variety of colors. A fun way to eat your veggies!
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Vegan Chicken Salad with Chickpeas | by Marathons & Motivation
This vegan chicken salad recipe is a delicious way to enjoy a chicken salad sandwich without the need for chicken at all.
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Hearty Vegan Sweet Potato, Chickpeas and Spinach Curry | by My Plentiful Cooking
This one pot vegan sweet potato, chickpeas & spinach curry is incredibly hearty, cozy & filling! Minimal effort required, this dish is ready in 30 mins.
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Easy Palak Dal (Spinach Dal) | by Caramel Tinted Life
Authentic Indian Palak Dal or Spinach Dal can be made in the pressure cooker in under 30 minutes. A nutritious and comforting meal! Vegan and gluten-free
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High Protein Low Carb Pizza Crust | by Low Carb Spark
This high protein low carb pizza crust recipe needs only 2 ingredients. Enjoy a keto pizza crust with almost zero carbs, ready in 15 minutes, and perfect with any toppings.
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Pastas + Sandwiches
Vegetarian comfort food and handhelds for on-the-go dining.
Mediterranean Pasta | by Gypsy Plate
This Mediterranean Pasta is your new weeknight best friend. It’s a 20 minute meal with great flavors the whole family will love.
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Best Vegan Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce | by Hedi Hearts
This easy vegan cauliflower alfredo sauce is the perfect comforting weeknight dinner. Made with cashews and a whole head of cauliflower, it’s healthy and delicious!
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Broccoli Pesto Pasta Salad | by The Healthy Epicurean
Broccoli Pesto Pasta: Tender broccoli pesto (yes, you can make pesto with broccoli!) and al dente pasta with fresh Parm and parsley.
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Creamy Hummus Pasta | by Her Wholesome Kitchen
Ready in only 20 minutes, this creamy hummus pasta is a fun twist on a classic Italian pasta salad. It’s loaded with tasty mix-ins & flavor.
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Vegan Pasta Frittata | by The Vegan Larder
I’m not sure why I’ve been so slow to the party on vegan frittata and quiches. They’re easy to make, and best of all, delicious to eat.
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Tahini Pasta | by A Sweet Alternative
This vegan tahini pasta is creamy and comforting. It’s full of bright, zingy flavor from plenty of fresh lemon zest and juice.
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Easy Quinoa Veggie Wrap With Sweet Italian Dressing | by Fit As a Mama Bear
Loaded with protein-packed quinoa and colorful veggies all dressed in a homemade Italian dressing. This quinoa wrap makes a great meal prep recipe, tasty lunch or gluten-free dinner recipe on a busy weeknight!
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Vegan Tuna Sandwich | by Vegan Huggs
This Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad Sandwich is satisfying, nutritious and delicious! It takes just 20 minutes to prepare and it’s perfect for make-ahead lunches.
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Healthy Veggie Pinwheels | by In the Kids Kitchen
Who said kids don’t want to eat their vegetables? Bite-sized veggie pinwheels are a nutrition-packed kids snack or lunchbox hit!
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Tomato + Artichoke Two-Cheese Panini with Pesto Aioli | by Sip + Sanity
This tomato artichoke two cheese panini with pesto aioli is bursting with fresh flavors and gooey cheese! It’s a hearty vegetarian sandwich that even meat-eaters will love!
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Soups + Salads
A classic meal combo, for sure…but these recipes are great to enjoy all on their own!
Healthy Vegetable Soup | by Amanda’s Cookin’
A deliciously hearty vegetable soup for a chilly fall or winter day. Bursting with chickpeas, veggies, and quinoa!
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Thermomix Roast Pumpkin Soup | by Cooking Gorgeous
Velvety, comforting, easy yet delicious. This Thermomix Pumpkin Soup is the best soup recipe to make during the crisp, cool autumn months.
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The Best Vegan Chili EVER! | by Foolproof Living
Learn how to make vegan chili recipe from scratch. This recipe is a crowd pleaser that is guaranteed to be a hit with vegan, vegetarian, and meat eaters alike.
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Mexican Soup | by In the Kitch
This Mexican soup is an easy, tasty and nutritious slow cooker soup inspired by the country’s Indigenous-Spanish flavors and ingredients.
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Sweet Potato and Red Pepper Soup | by It’s Not Complicated
Sweet Potato and Red Pepper Soup is comforting to eat and full of great flavour. The vegetables are roasted to perfection then blended.
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Vegan Lentil Stew (Gluten-Free, Too!) | by Sense & Edibility
Settle in with a bowl of comforting Vegan Lentil Stew. Made simply, yet filled with deep, rich flavors, it’s a make-ahead dish that’s also freezer-friendly.
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Broccoli and Sweet Potato Soup | by The Littlest Crumb
Healthy broccoli and sweet potato soup made with sweet potatoes, broccoli, onions and a dash of red pepper flakes for a tiny bit of spice.
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Hearty Chinese Tofu Vegetable Soup | by My Plentiful Cooking
Soul-soothing and warm, this Chinese tofu vegetable soup is hearty, chunky and incredibly flavorsome. Easy to make, it is ready in 30 minutes.
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Creamy Carrot, Orange, Ginger, and Coconut Soup | by Paleo Low Carb Kate
This easy and creamy carrot ginger soup with orange and coconut is healthy and full of flavor! Easy to make and perfect for those who need to special dietary requirements.
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Classic Minestrone Soup | by Bless This Mess
This veggie-packed classic minestrone soup recipe is so easy to customize! Use what veggies you have on hand or favorites. Healthy + Easy!
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Chickpea Orzo Salad | by Savor + Savvy
This easy meal prep chickpea orzo salad is delicious!
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Tricolour Quinoa Salad with Roast Vegetables | by The Devil Wears Salad
This vegan Tricolour Quinoa Salad recipe is a wholesome salad of warm roasted vegetables that includes eggplant, lemon and baby peppers. Yum!
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Kale Apple Salad Recipe with Walnut and Chickpeas | by Cubes N Juliennes
Bright, crunchy and terrifically healthy, this raw Kale Apple Salad is one of my all-time favorite ways to eat a bunch of veggies.
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Thai Noodle Salad with BEST Peanut Sauce | by Her Wholesome Kitchen
This easy Thai noodle salad is ready in only 20 minutes and uses the BEST peanut sauce! It can be served hot or cold and is naturally vegan.
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Israeli Couscous Cucumber Salad | by Served from Scratch
This Israeli Couscous Cucumber Salad is your new favorite summer salad! It’s bright, light with fresh herbs and summer garden vegetables, but with the Israeli couscous, it also makes it hearty enough for lunch and the perfect summer side!
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Keto Greek Salad (in a Mason Jar) | by How 2 do Keto
This simple and delicious Mason Jar Keto Greek Salad is an easy grab-and-go meal that’s packed with nutritious vegetables! Perfect for meal prepping!
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Wild Rice Fall Salad | by Plant-Based on a Budget
This Wild Rice Fall Salad has it all! It’s the perfect delicious and light dish to combine with your heavier recipes!
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Kale Salad with Cranberry, Walnut & Feta | by She’s Not Cookin’
Ready in ten minutes, this salad features fresh kale, dried cranberries, walnuts and feta combine together in this delicious Kale Salad with Cranberry, Walnut & Feta.
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Balela Salad (Middle Eastern Bean Salad) | by Gypsy Plate
This hearty colorful salad comes from many Middle Eastern countries and is bursting with flavors and textures. This one is perfect for your next potluck, party or get together.
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Beet + Baby Greens Salad with Maple Mustard Dressing | by Sip + Sanity
This Beet + Baby Greens Salad with Maple Mustard Dressing is so festive with pops of bright colors and flavors. It’s topped off with tangy goat cheese and a sweet vinaigrette that makes it both fresh and comforting!
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