Whether you prefer prep-ahead options or quick assembly, these 35 Minute Vegetarian Dinner recipes are ideal for busy people.
Enjoy savory sandwiches featuring bold flavor combinations, vibrant taco recipes, cozy soups, hearty curry, and comforting pasta dishes that will have you going back for seconds. These dishes are among Vanilla And Bean’s fan-favorite Easy Vegetarian Dinner Recipes.
Look for vegan and gluten-free options throughout.
Let’s dive in!
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Stuffed Greek Pita Sandwiches
Stuffed with spinach, olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, feta and with a garlicky lemon vinaigrette, these Greek Pita Sandwiches are easy to pull together. Add a schmear of your favorite hummus (optional) for a hearty pita bread sandwich!
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35-Minute One Pot Pasta with Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce
Creamy One Pot Pasta with Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce is simple to pull together, but big on flavor. Mixing silky mascarpone cheese with rich tomato marinara creates the ultimate creamy veggie pasta recipe. Share with Vegetarian Kale Caesar Salad to complete the meal.
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30-Minute Tangy Lentil Sloppy Joes
Grab a fork, napkin and those tangy toppings, we're getting sloppy! Freezer friendly Tangy Lentil Sloppy Joes are tender, slightly spicy and oh SO crave-worthy. Serve them up with tater tots, Crispy Oven Fries or Texas Potato Salad.
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Lemon-Garlic White Bean, Kale and Fennel Soup
A quick to pull-together cozy meal with rich flavor. This hearty and delicious White Bean Fennel Soup Recipe is so satisfying on its own with a thick slice of crusty Multigrain Sourdough Bread or top with Sourdough Croutons to make a cozy meal.
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Garlicky Asparagus and Mushroom Stir Fry with Rice Noodles
A quick and easy dinner recipe with bold flavors and seasonal spring ingredients stir fried then finished in a umami-filled sauce with rice noodles. Garlicky Asparagus, Mushroom and Bok Choy with Noodles are a snap to pull together.
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30 Minute Creamy Marry Me Chickpeas
Rich, creamy and full of punchy flavor, this classic made vegetarian comes together in one pot and in 30 minutes! Marry Me Chickpeas feature tender, plump chickpeas, finished in a silky Tuscan sauce. The sauce is umami packed with sun dried tomatoes, simmered in vegetable broth, Italian herbs, a hint of pepper flake, fresh spinach, grated Parmesan, and a splash of cream to finish.
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35 Minute Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos are a quick and easy meal to make with minimal prep and cook time. Seasoned roasted sweet potatoes and black beans with a bit of pepper jack cheese creates a hearty and budget-friendly meal! Top with Chili Lime Avocado Sauce and other favorite taco toppings.Time Saving Tip: Make the sweet potato and black bean mixture up to two days in advance. Store in a covered container in the fridge until ready to enjoy. It also freezes with ease.
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Black Eyed Peas with Smoky Collards and Cheesy Grits
A quick meal for busy nights, prepping and slow cooking the peas means dinner is ready in under 30 minutes. If preparing the black eyed peas stove top, the recipe comes together in about an hour. Tangy, hearty and so satisfying, this recipe is perfect for meal prep and is freezer friendly.
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10 Minute Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Tangy, a bit spicy, hearty and creamy, this Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich is a delicious way to enjoy creamy chickpeas for lunch or dinner. It comes together in about 10 minutes. Fabulous as a sandwich on soft Maple Oat Sourdough Sandwich Bread, or simply as a salad.
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5-Ingredient Roasted Red Pepper and Fresh Tomato Soup
Five ingredients for this wholesome, simple, and creamy tomato soup. We're making tomato soup from scratch with roasted red pepper to boost flavor and richness! This soup freezes beautifully, perfect for longer storage.
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Roasted Cauliflower Tinga Tacos with Chili-Lime Slaw
A weeknight winner, Roasted Cauliflower Tinga Tacos are simple to make, and packed with flavor. They're freezer friendly and done in about 30 minutes! Serve with your favorite inspired sides like Mexican Brown Rice or 20-Minute Mexican Black Beans.
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Vegetarian Reuben Sandwich with Roasted Beets
An easy to make, over the top flavorful sauerkraut sandwich with roasted beets! This Vegetarian Reuben Sandwich features roasted beets with a tangy Russian dressing slathered over rye or Multigrain Sourdough Bread topped with Swiss cheese and kraut. Roasting the beets ahead means dinner is ready in about 20 minutes!
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35 Minute Quinoa Mango Black Bean Salad with Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette
Sweet and spicy with a little bit of smoky come together in this flavor and texture-packed salad. Sweet mangoes add a pop of color and sweetness while the Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette ties all the flavors together. It's a delicious addition to a picnic or potluck but also makes a hearty dinner salad.
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20 Minute Buffalo Chickpea Salad Wraps
This bold Buffalo Chickpea Salad Wrap recipe combines spicy chickpeas, tossed in hot sauce, a bit of honey and savory seasonings, deliciously balanced with crunchy celery. Mix in tangy crumbled blue cheese for a punch of flavor or finish with creamy ranch dressing. Layer on sliced avocado, crisp lettuce and sweet carrots, then wrap it all up in a soft flour tortilla for a satisfying and tasty handheld meal.
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Vegetarian Spaghetti alla Puttanesca
A simple and pantry friendly vegetarian or vegan puttanesca that's easy to pull together and in minimal time. Garlic, pepper flakes and capers infuse their pungent flavors in a rich tomato sauce while Kalamata olives offer texture and more briny goodness. Share with Vegetarian Kale Caesar Salad to complete the meal.
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Quick Deviled Egg Salad (No Potatoes or Pasta!)
When you're craving something easy and satisfying, this Deviled Egg Salad recipe hits the spot because it's hearty, versatile and comes together with minimal prep time. Anticipate an easy egg peel using my fuss free method! Share on soft Maple Oat Sourdough Sandwich Bread, on croissant or your favorite slice of bread.
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Mushroom Ramen Noodles with Miso and Spinach
Fast and hearty weeknight vegetarian and vegan mushroom ramen bowls come together in about 30 minutes. These speedy bowls are packed with ginger, garlic, shiitake mushrooms and oodles of soba noodles! With plenty of variations and a spicy option, this recipe is a commuity favorite.
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Mushroom and Goat Cheese Veggie Panini
Flavor packed and texture rich, enjoy this veggie panini recipe toasty warm or chilled. Onions and crimini mushrooms are sautéed with garlic, then mixed with creamy goat cheese. Add the mixture on top of sliced focaccia, then toast in a skillet or panini press. This mushroom sandwich is easy to make and fabulous for sharing.
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35 Minute Chickpea Spinach Curry with Coconut Milk
On the table in about 35 minutes, Chickpea Spinach Curry is a one-pot meal to make on repeat. It's made with sauteed onions, fresh ginger, and garlic with fragrant spices like garam masala, cumin, and red pepper flakes simmered in a rich tomato base. Tender-cooked chickpeas and spinach add bulk and texture, while coconut milk lends its sweet flavor and creates a silky and creamy texture.
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Thai Peanut Noodle Salad Recipe
Packed with crunchy veggies, edamame, rice noodles and a scrumptious garlicky, gingery peanut-lime dressing. While prepping the veggies, the edamame is cooked, noodles are soaked, cashews toasted and mouthwatering dressing is whipped up in the food processor. This Thai Peanut Noodle Salad recipe is make ahead ready and simple to pull together!
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Grilled BBQ Cauliflower Ranch Bowls
A tasty and texture rich BBQ bowl that's easy to make! Barbecue Cauliflower Bites contrast with creamy ranch, avocado and sweet mango atop a bed of your favorite greens sprinkled with sunflower seeds. Make with Homemade Bourbon BBQ Sauce or use your favorite store bought brand.
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30 Minute Tacos Rancheros Recipe
An easy to pull together pantry recipe, these Tacos Rancheros (huevos rancheros tacos) are loaded with flavor! Delicious for brunch or dinner, these tacos feature homemade or store bought Black Beans or Black Refried Beans, ranchero sauce, and soft tortillas or Crispy Tostadas Shells, topped with scrambled or a runny egg.
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4 Ingredient Pulled Portobello BBQ Sandwiches
Sweet. Smoky. Spicy. And finger-licking good! Pulled Portobello BBQ Sandwiches (veggie pulled 'pork') come together in about 30 minutes and are freezer friendly. The mushrooms are first roasted in the oven, 'pulled' then finished with Smoky Bourbon BBQ Sauce on the stove top.
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