18 Quick Vegetarian Meals for Busy Nights

Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles

Overhead shot of a bowl of noodles with vegetables and thai peanut sauce. — Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles is a dish I could eat every day and never get tired of it. It's a quick, easy, delicious vegetarian meal with tons of spicy Thai flavor.
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Quinoa Tacos with Beans

Many people are having a vegetarian meal once a week for meatless Monday, and you won't miss the meat with these tacos. Made with high-protein quinoa and beans, the flavors pair so well in this vegan Mexican dish.
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Mujadara

Discover the comforting flavors of the Middle East with this hearty mujadara dish. Combining lentils, rice, and caramelized onions, this vegetarian delight is a perfect choice for an exotic and satisfying dinner.
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Easy Chickpea Potato Curry

This wonderful vegetarian dinner recipe combines a creamy curry sauce with chickpeas and potatoes.
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Crock Pot Pinto Beans (Vegetarian)

A bowl of crock pot pinto beans with a rich, hearty texture. — Crock Pot Pinto Beans (Vegetarian). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Crock Pot Pinto Beans recipe is a hearty and flavorful vegetarian dish that cooks slowly for a rich taste. It’s perfect for a comforting meal or as a side dish.
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Spinach Lentil Lasagna

This rich and delicious vegetarian Spinach Lentil Lasagna is loaded with veggies, lentils, and cheesy goodness, all in an easy to make white sauce. It’s the type of main dish comfort food that leaves you feeling good and nourished but not heavy and weighed down.
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Broccoli Rice Casserole

This Broccoli Rice Casserole can be served as a side dish or a vegetarian main dish. We always have it at Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. It’s classic creamy, cheesy comfort food at its best.
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Broccoli Tofu Stir Fry

Tofu and broccoli on a plate. — Broccoli Tofu Stir Fry. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

When you want a delicious meatless entrée, give this broccoli and tofu stir recipe a try. It's a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy a vegetarian meal.
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The Ultimate Vegetarian Stew

A cozy and comforting Vegetarian Stew recipe filled with rich flavors and a silky-smooth texture. Gluten-free and vegan!
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Corn & Potato Chowder with Wild Rice

This comforting chowder combines corn, potatoes, and wild rice, offering a hearty and satisfying meal. It's particularly well-suited for cold days or for anyone seeking a filling, vegetarian-friendly soup.
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Broccoli Cheese Orzo

Broccoli Cheese Orzo is a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender orzo pasta with fresh broccoli and melted cheese, making it a kid-friendly side or satisfying vegetarian main course.
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Caprese Pasta Marinara

A fresh and light pasta dish inspired by Caprese salad, featuring tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a homemade marinara sauce. A perfect choice for vegetarians or fans of Italian flavors.
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Stuffed Shells with Spinach and Ricotta

Stuffed shells in a cast iron skillet. — Stuffed Shells with Spinach and Ricotta. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Stuffed shells with spinach and ricotta is a delicious vegetarian take on dinner. It's oven baked cheesy goodness in a zesty marinara is comfort food at it's best.
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Turmeric Lentil Stew

This turmeric lentil stew can be served with any grain you’d like for a hearty, health packed, comforting vegetarian meal.
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Sheet Pan BBQ Tofu & Vegetables

This baked BBQ Tofu is combined with broccoli, peppers, sweet potatoes, a BBQ dry rub and your favorite BBQ sauce for the ultimate vegetarian sheet pan dinner!
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Chimichurri Roasted Vegetable Bowl with Grilled Cheese

A vibrant and hearty vegetable bowl featuring chimichurri sauce, served with a side of grilled cheese. It's a great option for a fulfilling vegetarian meal.
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Spinach Risotto

Spinach risotto is a creamy side dish that’s perfect for the whole family. Tender fresh spinach is folded into risotto for a vegetarian recipe everyone will love!
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Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Super flavorful and aromatic Stuffed Acorn Squash Boats filled with quinoa, chickpeas, apricots and the perfect blend of spices for one easy, healthy and delicious meal. From my cookbook: The Vegetarian Family Cookbook.
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