Butternut squash, brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes—these are just some of our favorite hearty vegetables that make wonderfully filling meals. While vegetables are sometimes relegated to the sides, here they are front and center, from mushroom risotto to cauliflower meatballs. Here, 35 hearty vegetarian meals to enjoy all year long.
35 Hearty Vegetarian Meals to Enjoy All Year Long
1. one Pot Vegetarian Chili
One thing we love about chili—beyond it being full of onions, peppers and black beans—is that you can make it all in a single pot.
2. savory Tomato Cobbler With Blue Cheese Biscuits
You thought cobbler was only for sweet peaches and blueberries? Think again, thanks to this savory version from Coterie member Liz Harris.
3. autumn Couscous Salad
A warm salad from Coterie member Heidi Larsen? Why, that sounds wonderful for a chilly day.
4. herby Buttered Mushroom Stroganoff
Where’s the beef? We don’t care. This stroganoff gets its “meat” from buttered mushrooms.
5. roasted Brussels Sprouts With Garlic
Roasted brussels sprouts tossed in garlic and topped with Parmesan cheese—say no more.
6. vegan Kentucky Fried Chick’n
We’re game day ready with this vegan fried chicken. (You really can’t tell these seitan nuggets aren’t real chicken.)
7. vegan Wild Mushroom Risotto
Coterie member Phoebe Lapine gives us the ultimate recipe for risotto: cheesy, creamy and entirely vegetarian.
8. vegetarian Tikka Masala
Looking for a cozy night with Indian food? Coterie member Maria Lichty knows that’s a yes.
9. cauliflower Steak With Walnut-kale Pesto
If anyone dares to say that vegetables aren’t filling, serve them this cauliflower steak with a walnut and kale pesto.
10. vegetarian Black Bean Chili-stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Put a healthy spin on a stuffed baked potato. Coterie member Monique Volz uses sweet potatoes as a base and black bean chili as a filling.
11. hearty Sweet Potato, Arugula, And Wild Rice Salad With Ginger Dressing
This recipe combines plenty of your favorites: sweet potatoes, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries and a savory ginger dressing.
12. vegan Keto Coconut Curry
Don’t mind us—we’re licking the bowl of this tofu and vegetable coconut curry. (It’s keto too!)
13. golden Oats With Gingered Blueberries Sauce
Oats aren’t only for breakfast. At least not Coterie member Gena Hamshaw’s golden oats with a tasty blueberry topping.
14. creamy Vegan Lentil And Vegetable Bake
Feeding a crowd? Whip up this lentil, cauliflower and butternut squash casserole.
15. easy Creamy Tomato Soup With Parmesan Croutons
Is there anything that's more comforting than a bowl of creamy tomato soup? We got dibs on grilled cheese to go with it.
16. instant Pot Red Beans And Rice
Sometimes the simplest recipes are the most delicious. Case in point: A meal of red beans and rice, all cooked in your Instant Pot.
17. vegan Sriracha 'meatballs' With Noodles And Grilled Vegetables
Our condiment of choice, Sriracha, delivers its magic on these tofu “meatballs” and grilled vegetables.
18. pasta Shells With Pumpkin In A Creamy, Cheesy Sauce
If you’ve never tried pumpkin pasta sauce, now is your chance, thanks to Coterie member Katie Workman.
19. roasted Squash Salad With White Beans, Bread Crumbs And Preserved Lemon
This proves you don’t need a bed of greens for a salad.
20. portobello Pot Roast
The Instant Pot has reminded us how much we all love a pot roast. Try this vegetarian version with portobello mushrooms, potatoes and carrots.
21. roasted Fall Veggies
Need a quick and easy side dish? Simply roast the vegetables you have on hand from the farmers’ market.
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22. one Pot Cacio E Pepe Israeli Couscous
What? You can combine our beloved Italian pasta dish with pearls of Israeli couscous? Weeknight dinner has never been better.
23. vegetarian Miso Ramen With Rice Noodles, Roasted Sweet Potatoes And Sesame Broccolini
Top Ramen? Not unless it includes roasted sweet potatoes, smoky tofu, brown rice pasta and maybe even a soft-boiled egg.
31. Baking Sheet Quesadillas
Making dinner for a crowd? Easy. Just don’t forget the salsa.