The main dish is obviously the main part of the meal. Many people seem to feel that a main dish must have an animal-based protein, such as meat, fish, or chicken, to be filling.
However, nothing can be further from the truth. These vegetarian main dishes are the perfect way to feed yourself and your family a filling and healthy meal—no meat needed.
Vegetarian Singapore Noodles (Vegetarian Mei Fun)
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A meat-free version of takeout-style Singapore Noodles. This Vegetarian Singapore Noodles recipe uses stir-fried rice noodles, curry powder, some vegetables, and spicy red chili peppers. It is a quick, easy option that’s perfect for meals with the family.
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Sweet and Savory Vegetable Pot Pies
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This is one of my favorite winter meals. Warm, creamy pie filling chock full of veggies topped with a buttery, crunchy crust! Yes, please, I’ll take two!
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Healthy Sweet Potato Kale Hash Recipe With a Sunny-Side-up Egg
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Sweet potato kale hash with a fried egg makes a perfect customizable breakfast, brunch, lunch, or even dinner! You can leave out the egg to make it vegan.
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Easy Vegetable Chili
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This vegetable chili is so good you won’t even miss the meat. Seriously, I am a meat lover, and with this chili, I don’t eat the meat. It is so so good. Easy to put together, filling, and deliciously irresistible.
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Sheet Pan Sweet Potatoes & Black Bean Bowls
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Sheet-pan sweet potatoes and black bean bowls are an easy, healthy meal that’s sure to become a new favorite! This dish is simple yet delightfully tasty. I love roasting everything on one baking sheet, which certainly makes for easy clean-up!
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Roasted Red Pepper Pasta Sauce
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This creamy and savory Roasted Red Pepper Pasta Sauce is a pasta lover’s dream! It’s comforting, easy to make, and delicious tossed with almost any pasta. Ready in 30 minutes and family-friendly!
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Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli Potato Soup
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This slow-cooker cheesy Broccoli Potato Soup is the ultimate bowl of creamy, cheesy deliciousness! This scrumptious slow-cooker soup combines cheesy broccoli soup and potato soup, and it’s loaded with vegetables that can either be left chunky or puréed smooth. It’s the best way to warm up on a chilly day!
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Vegetarian Cheese Stuffed Shells
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These Vegetarian Cheese Stuffed Shells are packed with delicious flavor and smothered in marinara sauce & cheese for the perfect dinner. You won’t even miss the meat, and this elegant pasta dish is ready in under an hour!
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Stuffed Acorn Squash
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This is a hearty and healthy fall dish! This comforting Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe features roasted acorn squash filled with a sweet, nutty apple and pecan mixture. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a festive holiday meal!
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The Best Vegan Lentil Loaf
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This lentil loaf is my most requested holiday recipe ever. It’s tender, hearty, full of flavor, and keeps vegans and meat eaters returning for seconds. Although it makes a great Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner centerpiece, this vegan meatloaf is also a great meal any time of year!
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Beyond Burger In The Air Fryer
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Get ready to enjoy mouthwatering Beyond Burger in the air fryer, frozen or fresh! Elevate your cooking experience with juicy, flavorful burgers made easy.
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Smoky Vegetarian Chili With Beans
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I’m sure Texas cries whenever someone makes a pot of chili without meat. Well, that’s too bad because this smoky vegetarian chili recipe might enter the chili vernacular. It has a smoky, deep flavor and crisp-tender veggie crunch to keep even the most discerning chili critic happy.
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Winter Vegetable Paprika Stew
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This winter vegetable paprika stew is filling, economical, and tasty. It is the perfect hearty meal for a cold winter’s evening.
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Vegan Summer Rolls With Harissa Peanut Sauce
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These easy Vietnamese-inspired vegan summer rolls are filled with glazed tempeh, fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a smoky and sweet harissa peanut butter dipping sauce.
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Vegetarian Kimchi Jjigae (Spicy Korean Tofu Stew)
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This Vegetarian Kimchi Jigae, a.k.a. Korean Tofu Stew, is sweet, spicy, tangy, and full of flavor! Enjoy this vegan stew with a bowl of rice on the side for a hearty meal. It’s ready in 30 minutes!
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Homemade Batter Fried Broccoli With Creamy Sauce
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You’re going to love this homemade batter-fried broccoli with creamy sauce recipe so much! A recipe involving crispy fried broccoli coated in thick cheesy garlic sauce? That’s exactly what this is. You’re in for the most comforting, cozy meal in the whole wide world!
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Vegan Pot Roast
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Just like the classic, this Vegan Pot Roast is comforting and full of savory flavor! All in one pot, hearty vegetables and jackfruit are roasted perfectly in a rich gravy. Everyone will love this traditional favorite, especially during the holidays!
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Easy Pinto Bean Burgers With Spicy Chipotle Sauce
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When you’re unsure what to make for dinner, these delicious pinto bean burgers come to the rescue. With a hands-on prep and cook time of just 30 minutes and an ingredient list of mostly pantry items, this vegetarian-friendly recipe is a lifesaver and one of my favorite ways to get extra veggies in our diet.
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Cabbage Steaks
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Cabbage steaks are a fantastic way to turn a simple head of cabbage into a delightful dish that’s both hearty and healthy. This recipe involves slicing the cabbage into thick “steaks” and roasting them until they are beautifully caramelized on the edges and tender in the middle. It’s an easy and inexpensive way to create a meal or side that feels gourmet.
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Vegetarian Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb Stew)
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Ghormeh Sabzi, or Qormeh Sabzi, is Iran’s national stew. It was traditionally a way for nomadic peoples to preserve meat. We have a vegetarian and vegan-friendly version of the most beloved Persian dish a few changes later!
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