50 Vibrant, Flavorful Vegetarian Recipes (2024)

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Rajma (Kidney Bean Curry) Veggie Burgers Three-Cheese Lasagna with Roasted Red Peppers and Mushrooms Roasted Broccoli Steaks with Tomato Butter and Tapenade Grilled Vegetable Flatbread with Smoked Almond Muhammara Hatch Chiles Rellenos Rainbow Vegetable Gratin Mushroom Ragù Sheet Pan Eggplant Parmesan Chilaquiles with Tomatillo Salsa and Fried Eggs Carnitas Jackfruit Tacos Charred Vegetable Ragù Hot Honey-Carrot Flatbreads with Basil Chermoula Loaded Pita Nachos with Lentil Chili and Feta Queso Ultimate Veggie Burgers Mixed Vegetable Paella Aussie Meat(less) Pie Vegetarian Lasagna "Bolognese" with Plant-Based Meat Oyster Mushroom Tamales with Mole Encacahuatado Vegetarian Kofta Pitas with Plant-Based Meat and Yogurt-Tahini Sauce Mushroom Pot Pie Farro Salad with Roasted Root Vegetables Cacio e Pepe Broccolini with Crispy White Beans and Burrata Vegetarian Kofta Pitas with Plant-Based Meat and Yogurt-Tahini Sauce Roasted Vegetable Grain Bowl with Chickpeas and Tahini-Ginger Dressing Tadka Dal with Roti Tofu Skin Stir-Fry Pickled Vegetable Kimbap Tofu Bhurji Collard and Fennel Salad with Crispy Plantains Vegetarian Muffulettas Smoky Beans and Greens in Tomato Broth Winter Squash and Shallot Tart Orzo and Chickpeas with Turmeric-Ginger Broth Wild Mushroom Toasts Mushroom, Lentil, and Chestnut Mince Pie Chickpeas and Kale in Spicy Pomodoro Sauce Zeytinyağli Yaprak Sarmasi (Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves) Kachumber Gazpacho Smoky Breakfast Pizzas Vegetarian 15-Bean Soup Erbazzone Reggiano (Emilian Spinach and Cheese Pie) Shaking Tofu Seared Tofu Tabbouleh No-Bake Vegetarian Enchiladas Vegetable Rainbow Salad Vegetarian Black Bean Chili with Ancho and Orange Mushroom Bolognese Fusilli with Roasted Eggplant and Goat Cheese Cauliflower Gratin with Manchego and Almond Sauce Ravioli Nudi in Tomato Sauce FAQs References

Fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and whole grains provide the canvas for vibrant, delicious vegetarian recipes that can be enjoyed by vegetarians and omnivores alike. Here, we've rounded up our best vegetarian recipes to showcase the diversity of vegetarian-friendly food. Get introduced to reimagined flavors and new cooking techniques with satisfying dishes like Carnitas Jackfruit Tacos, Charred Vegetable Ragù, and Smoky Breakfast Pizzas. Discover all the ways to love meat-free meals with our best vegetarian recipes.

Note: Some of these recipes include cheeses that are often made with animal rennet. These cheeses can be omitted if applicable, or swapped for a vegetarian-friendly substitute.

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Rajma (Kidney Bean Curry) Veggie Burgers

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Your quest for the perfect veggie burger is over. Cookbook author Chitra Agrawal's version uses mashed kidney beans, which get an umami burst with the addition of grated Parmesan and a melty slice of sharp cheddar cheese. Don't skip the piles of toppings: They make this already wonderful burger even more special.

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Three-Cheese Lasagna with Roasted Red Peppers and Mushrooms

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To create a flavor-packed vegetarian lasagna, start by roasting mushrooms and red peppers with a garlic-infused oil. While the vegetables are cooking, stir together a quick ricotta filling with plenty of Parmesan for extra umami.

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Roasted Broccoli Steaks with Tomato Butter and Tapenade

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Chef Greg Vernick treats broccoli like a steak, roasting it at a high temperature on a preheated pan to achieve a lightly charred crust. Cooked on the same pan, umami-packed tomatoes blend up into a super-quick sauce enriched with just the right amount of butter.

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Grilled Vegetable Flatbread with Smoked Almond Muhammara

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In addition to turning heads at your cookouts, this vegetarian masterpiece is packed with make-ahead options and smart shortcuts. Make the Smoked Almond Muhammara up to three days in advance and stash it in the fridge; skip a step and substitute two cups of jarred roasted peppers for the grilled bell peppers.

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Hatch Chiles Rellenos

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Hatch chiles stand out for their balanced sweet heat that takes on a subtle smokiness and buttery quality once roasted. Here, recipe developer Paige Grandjean uses them to make chile rellenos, oozing with asadero cheese. Whipped egg whites give the simple batter a delicate structure; it fries up golden brown and airy, encasing the flavorful Hatch chiles.

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Rainbow Vegetable Gratin

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Six layers of colorful vegetables cook together in this free-form gratin; panko and Parmigiano-Reggiano absorb extra juices and provide a nice crunch. Dial in your knife skills or use a mandoline to cut the vegetables into thin, uniform slices to ensure easy layering and even baking.

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Mushroom Ragù

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Meaty mushrooms proudly stand in for meat in this vegetarian riff on the classic Italian meat sauce. Wild mushrooms are especially great here, but any mix of fresh mushrooms will do. However, be sure to seek out dried porcinis; after a quick soak in steaming hot water, they plump up and release their intense, heady flavor into the soaking liquid, which adds a rich depth to this sauce.

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Sheet Pan Eggplant Parmesan

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A quick broil followed by a longer bake makes this no-fry recipe hands-off enough to put together on a Tuesday, with results delicious enough for a weekend dinner party. Be sure to let the eggplant drain to achieve the best charred eggplant texture.

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Chilaquiles with Tomatillo Salsa and Fried Eggs

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Bringing a skillet of chilaquiles topped with all the fixings to the table is a very wise weekend brunch move. Start out by firing up your broiler: Lightly charring the garlic, tomatillos, jalapeños, and onion gives the green salsa terrific depth of flavor. If you don't have time to fry the tortilla chips at home, pick up a bag of your favorite store-bought brand.

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Carnitas Jackfruit Tacos

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For her jackfruit tacos recipe, cookbook author and chef Jocelyn Ramirez uses cumin, chile flakes, and salt to capitalize on the pulled-pork texture of jackfruit, transforming it into a plant-based taco filling that tastes like carnitas. Serve it with tart, creamy avocado salsa and lemon wedges for a satisfying vegetarian meal.

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Charred Vegetable Ragù

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A combination of onion, celery, carrots, garlic, and portobellos are broiled to create a charred crust that adds layers of smoky flavor. Plenty of cremini mushrooms, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and dry red wine round out the sauce on the stove. Ladled over a pile of tagliatelle and topped with more cheese, this nourishing dish tastes slow-cooked and comforting.

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Hot Honey-Carrot Flatbreads with Basil Chermoula

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Former 232 Bleecker chef and Gramercy Tavern alumna Suzanne Cupps gives silky, sweet-spicy honey-glazed roasted carrots the main-dish treatment, serving them atop ricotta-smeared flatbread with a drizzle of bright basil chermoula. Use leftover chermoula to top sliced tomatoes, grilled eggplant, or tofu.

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Loaded Pita Nachos with Lentil Chili and Feta Queso

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In this nacho recipe from chef Cassie Piuma, pita chips are drizzled with a feta queso and then ladled with lentil chili, harissa-spiked pickled cabbage, and a dollop of creamy labneh. Make the chips, queso, and cabbage ahead of time to help the dish come together easily, or use store-bought pita chips.

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Ultimate Veggie Burgers

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These veggie burgers hit every satisfying, savory note with a hearty mix of pearl barley, chickpeas, mushrooms, and crispy panko. For the sturdiest patties, evenly distribute the panko by stirring the patty mixture until very well combined.

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Mixed Vegetable Paella

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To develop the socarrat — the crispy crust of rice that's so integral to classic paella — check the edges with a spoon or offset spatula as it cooks. Once the stock is almost fully absorbed by the rice, begin checking more frequently; it can quickly go from golden brown to scorched.

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Aussie Meat(less) Pie

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Chef Dan Churchill's umami-packed pie features a hearty mushroom, tofu, and wine filling enveloped in a buttery, crisp crust that's sure to satisfy everyone around your table. Tofu is crumbled and cooked along with the mushrooms, adding protein and meaty texture.

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Vegetarian Lasagna "Bolognese" with Plant-Based Meat

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This faux lasagna Bolognese delivers all the comforting flavors of the Italian classic, thanks to layers of richly seasoned plant-based meat and a quickly simmered marinara. Cheesy spinach and tender zucchini pack in even more vegetables, which get an extra umami boost from plenty of Parmesan.

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Oyster Mushroom Tamales with Mole Encacahuatado

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Food writer Paola Briseño González roasts oyster mushrooms, concentrating their flavor, for a hearty vegetarian tamale filling. Paired with velvety, intensely aromatic, and deeply savory peanut mole — mole encacahuatado — these tamales are sure to satisfy.

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Vegetarian Kofta Pitas with Plant-Based Meat and Yogurt-Tahini Sauce

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Our vegetarian kofta pitas trade lamb for plant-based meat seasoned with tangy pomegranate molasses, fresh mint, and hot paprika to evoke the flavors of the classic dish. A tangle of tart, sumac-tinted onions and a drizzle of tahini-laced yogurt sauce make these veggie pitas a hearty and flavorful meal.

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Mushroom Pot Pie

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The deep woodsy flavor of fresh mushrooms is reinforced with dried porcini mushrooms in this gorgeous meatless pot pie. The recipe calls for purchased puff pastry, which cuts out a lot of prep time. Use whatever fresh mushrooms you can find, keeping in mind that a nice mixture will add more flavor and texture to the pie.

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Farro Salad with Roasted Root Vegetables

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Crispy roasted root vegetables like parsnips and celery root add an earthy, caramelized depth to this simple grain salad made with tender, chewy farro. Resist the urge to stir the vegetables during cooking to help them develop the most color.

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Cacio e Pepe Broccolini with Crispy White Beans and Burrata

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This recipe captures the rich, elegant, simple flavors of the classic Italian pasta and rounds them out with bitter charred broccolini and crispy, creamy, flash-fried white beans. It's a hearty late-summer meal.

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Vegetarian Kofta Pitas with Plant-Based Meat and Yogurt-Tahini Sauce

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Crispy lamb patties stuffed into pita have been pleasing eaters from the Mediterranean to the Middle East for centuries. This version trades lamb for plant-based "beef," seasoned with tangy pomegranate molasses, fresh mint, and hot paprika to evoke the flavors of the classic.

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Roasted Vegetable Grain Bowl with Chickpeas and Tahini-Ginger Dressing

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This grain bowl is a choose-your-own-adventure delight. Sub in any grain, protein, or leafy green you have on hand — no matter what you choose, the deliciously easy sesame-based dressing will tie it all together.

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Tadka Dal with Roti

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Briefly heating spices and dried chiles in oil or ghee allows their flavors to bloom, creating a flavorful tadka that serves as the backbone of this dish. It also adds a crispy, spicy finish to the creamy mixture of mung beans, lentils, and pigeon peas.

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Tofu Skin Stir-Fry

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When it's dried, tofu skin (doufu pi in Mandarin, yuba in Japanese) becomes earthy and chewy. It's sold in many shapes and is hardy enough to withstand braises, bold sauces, and stir-fries, mimicking the texture of shredded meat. Here, dried tofu skin sticks are broken into pieces, rehydrated until pliable, and then stir-fried with an umami-rich chile oil and soy sauce.

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Pickled Vegetable Kimbap

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To evenly cut the rolls without crushing the kimbap, use a very sharp knife, in a long sawing motion, without pressing straight down on the roll. If your knife sticks to the rice, wet the blade with some of the daikon pickling liquid.

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Tofu Bhurji

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Medium-firm tofu has just enough moisture to crumble into a scrambled egg–like texture in this breakfast recipe inspired by Indian anda bhurji. Slightly pink in color, the kala namak (black salt) adds eggy, sulfurous flavor to the dish.

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Collard and Fennel Salad with Crispy Plantains

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Crispy, creamy smashed and twice-fried plantains act as croutons in this fresh winter salad. The two-step frying process allows the unripe green plantains to evenly cook through and develop their fruity sweetness.

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Vegetarian Muffulettas

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In this meatless take on the classic New Orleans sandwich, garlic-infused roasted vegetables take the place of the traditional Italian cold cuts. You might want to make a double batch of the tangy olive relish — it's also delicious in pasta or bean salad.

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Smoky Beans and Greens in Tomato Broth

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This soul-satisfying bowl of beans and greens will hit the spot on a night when you're low on time and energy and the fridge seems a bit bare. Smoked paprika adds a welcome hint of smokiness, while the combination of tomato paste and sun-dried tomatoes delivers an aromatic broth in record time. Feel free to use any variety of greens and either canned or home-cooked beans.

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Winter Squash and Shallot Tart

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This elegant tart is just the thing to serve for dinner on a chilly night. The rich, cheesy filling is packed with sweet cubes of butternut squash and savory shallots, and lightened by the acidity of sherry vinegar and brightness of lemon zest. A peppery arugula salad tops it off.

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Orzo and Chickpeas with Turmeric-Ginger Broth

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Coconut milk and fresh lime juice are natural flavor partners to ginger and turmeric; here, they come together to form a restorative tea-based broth, deliciously studded with chickpeas and pasta. Vegetarian Worcestershire or soy sauce can be used instead of fish sauce.

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Wild Mushroom Toasts

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For his wild mushroom toasts, chef Michael Reed starts with griddled sourdough bread, slathers it with homemade hollandaise sauce, tops it with sautéed mushrooms and spinach, and then crowns it with a mound of rich scrambled eggs. The end result is an impressive dish perfect for brunch.

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Mushroom, Lentil, and Chestnut Mince Pie

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This dramatic savory pastry, inspired by British raised meat pies, contains a fully vegetarian filling of mushrooms, roasted kale, and chestnuts.

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Chickpeas and Kale in Spicy Pomodoro Sauce

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This recipe from chef Missy Robbins of Brooklyn's Lilia was named one of Food & Wine's best in 2018. Here, Robbins swaps tangles of kale and chickpeas for pasta in her riff on spicy pomodoro. She finishes the dish with a shower of fresh herbs and salty pecorino cheese.

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Zeytinyağli Yaprak Sarmasi (Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves)

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From the Turkish region of Mugla, these tangy, tender vegetarian rice-and-herb-stuffed grape leaves are a great appetizer for easy entertaining that can be made a day ahead.

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Kachumber Gazpacho

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When tomatoes are at their best, take a cue from cookbook author and blogger Hetal Vasavada and don't cook them at all. Here, Vasavada channeled her love for kachumber, a fresh, cucumber-based Indian salad, to inspire this exciting riff on the classic chilled summery soup. Warm spices and a hint of chile add flavor and heat without overwhelming the fresh tomatoes.

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Smoky Breakfast Pizzas

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Chef Justin Bazdarich makes his Kind Brother pizza at Speedy Romeo in Brooklyn extra rich with a combination of béchamel and smoked mozzarella. This easy version also gets a kick from smoked mozzarella, plus a drizzle of fresh basil oil for a pop of freshness.

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Vegetarian 15-Bean Soup

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Can't make up your mind whether to make bean or lentil soup? Grab a bag of 15-bean soup from the dry goods aisle at the market and make this flavorful, hearty soup instead. A few Parmesan cheese rinds add a surprising depth of flavor and umami.

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Erbazzone Reggiano (Emilian Spinach and Cheese Pie)

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Flavorful and filling with a light, almost cracker-like crust, this rustic spinach pie relies on simple ingredients for an impressive finish. Because the spinach gently steams within the crust, it retains its fresh, verdant flavor even after cooking.

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Shaking Tofu

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This recipe from food writer Andrea Nguyen is a vegetarian version of Shaking Beef, the Vietnamese dish named for the quick back-and-forth shaking of the pan that takes place during cooking. After a lightning-fast sizzle in your wok or skillet, the crispy tofu is enrobed in a savory-sweet sesame-scented sauce, which then gets tossed with a fresh salad of watercress, thinly sliced onion, and herbs.

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Seared Tofu Tabbouleh

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With plenty of flavors and textures, this one-bowl meal is the perfect easy lunch or supper. Golden, crispy tofu is combined with hearty bulgur wheat, scallions, tomato, and cucumber, simply seasoned and dressed in lemon juice and olive oil.

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No-Bake Vegetarian Enchiladas

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The recipe here is based on a dish created by chef Josef Centeno's great-grandmother, who raised 12 kids. Because meat was expensive, she often made enchiladas using only vegetables, like carrots and potatoes. For his enchiladas, Centeno makes a sofrito, cooking carrots low and slow in olive oil with garlic and tomatoes.

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Vegetable Rainbow Salad

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This salad brilliantly combines some of the most exciting food trends into one amazing recipe — pickled vegetables, uncommon produce, ancient grains, and a dressing that includes miso and chipotle chiles in adobo. If ingredients like lime radishes and baby orange cauliflower aren't available at your farmers market, use equal quantities of similar vegetables.

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Vegetarian Black Bean Chili with Ancho and Orange

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This vegetarian chili from TV chef Ellie Krieger starts with canned black beans, so it’s easy to make. A hit of fresh orange adds a warm, sweet note to the rich spices.

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Mushroom Bolognese

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Top Chef finalist Sarah Grueneberg created a vegetarian version of Bolognese that's as rich and delicious as the traditional version. The "meat" is made from a finely chopped medley of king oyster and porcini mushrooms, onion, carrot, celery, parsnip, and turnip. It's simmered in dry red wine, then enriched with heavy cream and Parmigiano-Reggiano before getting tossed with pasta.

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Fusilli with Roasted Eggplant and Goat Cheese

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The key step in this hearty recipe is to toss the fusilli and eggplant in the starchy reserved pasta water until it's evenly coated. Toasted pine nuts provide a crunch, while tangy, creamy goat cheese complements the garnish of fresh lemon zest and parsley.

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Cauliflower Gratin with Manchego and Almond Sauce

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This outrageously rich sauce, flavored with salty, nutty Manchego, gets poured on sautéed cauliflower and baked until it's golden and bubbling. A scattering of roasted chopped almonds on top provides a pleasing crunch. The unbaked gratin can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

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Ravioli Nudi in Tomato Sauce

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Hear the words "ravioli nudi" — literally, naked ravioli — and you may envision little sauceless pasta packets. But in fact it's not the sauce that's missing, but the pasta itself! Ravioli filling — in this case, spinach and ricotta, — is simmered like tender little dumplings. To save time, buy pre-washed spinach.

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FAQs

How do you add Flavour to vegetarian dishes? ›

Finishing touches can provide a big flavor boost. “We often add finishing touches to salads and pastas, like some grated parmesan. You can also sprinkle sesame seeds or fresh herbs, drip on garlic-infused vinegar, or spritz some lemon on your cooked veggies,” Gerber suggests.

Which is the No 1 vegetarian country in the world? ›

India is ranked top in the world with 38% of the total population being vegetarian. Vegetarianism in the region became popular after the introduction of Buddhism and Jainism, which was around the 6th Century BC.

Are vegetarians happier than meat eaters? ›

So they expected to find the vegetarians would have higher incidences of issues like depression, anxiety, and mood problems. Instead, they found the opposite result. Vegetarians scored lower on depression tests and had better mood profiles than their fish- and meat-eating peers.

What do most vegetarians lack? ›

The nutrients of concern in the diet of vegetarians include vitamin B(12), vitamin D, ω-3 fatty acids, calcium, iron, and zinc. Although a vegetarian diet can meet current recommendations for all of these nutrients, the use of supplements and fortified foods provides a useful shield against deficiency.

What foods are surprisingly vegetarian? ›

Top Accidentally Vegan Foods
  • Cinnamon Life.
  • Duncan Hines Chewy Fudge Brownie Mix.
  • SkinnyPop White Cheddar Flavored Popped Popcorn.
  • Airheads.
  • Cracker Jack.
  • Doritos Spicy Sweet Chili–Flavored Tortilla Chips.
  • Fritos.
  • Fruit by the Foot.

Why am I so hungry on a vegetarian diet? ›

The most common challenge we see is that “new” vegans and vegetarians do not eat enough calories throughout the day. Snacking is a great way to stay full! Make sure you are incorporating snacks between meals. These snacks allow you to meet your calorie needs as well as manage your hunger between meals.

How to make vegetarian meals taste good? ›

Vegetarian Cooking: 10 Ways to Make Meatless Meals More Flavorful
  1. Add Spices. Spices add character to any vegetable-centric meal. ...
  2. Start Fresh. ...
  3. Build a Strong Foundation. ...
  4. Add Salt As You Go. ...
  5. Discover the World of Sauces. ...
  6. Taste What Brown Can Do for You. ...
  7. Add Umami for Richness. ...
  8. Go for the Crunch.
Jul 28, 2017

How to make vegetarian umami? ›

To add umami to vegan food, incorporate ingredients like mushrooms, nutritional yeast, sun-dried tomatoes, soy sauce, miso paste, and fermented vegetables such as kimchi and sauerkraut.

What ingredient enhances flavour? ›

Thus MSG, salt, and sweeteners are taste enhancers from the standpoint that they add additional tastes to the food and improve palatability rather than potentiate the taste intensity of other ingredients.

What is the most famous vegetarian dish? ›

The 10 Best Vegetarian Dishes In the World
  • Tartiflette au Reblochon – France. ...
  • Gado Gado – Indonesia. ...
  • Masala Dosa – India. ...
  • Pesto Trofie – Italy. ...
  • Doenjang Jjigae – South Korea. ...
  • Vegetable momos and Dal Bhat – Nepal. ...
  • Vegetarian Tam Ponlamai – Thailand. ...
  • Vinegret – Ukraine.
Feb 22, 2020

What is a silent vegetarian? ›

Most couples opt to prepare for two animal proteins and a "silent," or unadvertised, vegetarian option available upon request.

Do vegetarians eat cheese? ›

Vegetarians choose not to eat meat, poultry, or seafood but often consume non-meat animal products (NMAPs), such as cheese, eggs, and milk, that can be derived from intensive farming, a process critics claim is cruel.

Which is the most expensive vegetarian dish? ›

In Japan,菜道(Saido) (Jiyugaoka) won the 1st place in the world in "Best Vegan Restaurants Worldwide" by Happy Cow, the global vegetarian and vegan website. The most expensive vegetarian dish is the "Fleur Burger 5000" from Fleur by Hubert Keller in Las Vegas, which costs a whopping $5,000.

What is the most popular type of vegetarian? ›

Lacto-Ovo-Vegetarian

Lacto-ovo vegetarians are the most common kind of vegetarian. You can be just one or the other. A lacto-vegetarian is used to describe a type of vegetarian who does not eat eggs but does eat dairy products. Ovo-vegetarian refers to people who do not eat meat or dairy products but do eat eggs.

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