50 Vegetarian Comfort Food Recipes That Will Warm You Right Up
It’s officially hibernation weather, which means that comfort is at the absolute top of our dietary priorities. But, contrary to popular belief, that doesn’t mean we have to give up greens or healthy food entirely. Whether you’re a strict vegetarian or you just need a few more plant-based meals to make it through cheese-and-carbs season, here are 50 of our favorite vegetarian comfort food recipes—no meat required.
7. Gluten-Free Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust
The crust is the rich egg filling's crispy soulmate.
8. Southwest Sweet Potato Tater Tot Hot Dish
If it’s covered in tots, you can count us in.
9. Spaghetti Squash and Broccoli Alfredo
Bake it right in the squash for an easy and elegant presentation.
11. Chipotle Black Bean Roasted Veggie Enchilada Casserole
We’ll take ours with a side of guac, thanks.
15. Tikka Masala Tofu and Vegetables
Put down the phone and step away from the takeout menu.
17. Cheesy Roasted Mushroom Melts
With not one, not two, but *three* different cheeses.
19. The Best Vegan Enchiladas
We never thought we’d say this, but we don’t even miss the cheese.
23. Whole-Wheat Spinach and Artichoke Pizza
Everyone’s favorite dip meets golden-brown pizza crust.
29. Baked Zucchini ‘Ziti’ Spirals with Mozzarella
This pasta-free version is light enough that you’ll have room for seconds (and thirds).
30. Creamy Gochujang Zoodles
Finished with a runny sunny-side-up egg and all the Parmesan.
34. Soba Noodles with Peanut Sauce
There’s no bad day that creamy peanut butter can’t fix.
35. Spiralized Winter Vegetable Gratin
Parsnips, sweet potatoes, butternut squash—we promise you won’t miss the pasta.
36. Sweet Potato-Black Bean Tacos with Blue Cheese Crema
Three boast nearly 20 grams of protein.
38. Vegan Kentucky Fried Chick’n
Bet you didn’t expect this soul food classic. You can thank tofu and seitan.
39. Green Bean Casserole Galette
Come for the creamy herbed filling, stay for the fried shallots.
41. Cauliflower Sweet Potato Burgers
A far cry from the frozen hockey pucks you’re used to.
43. Butternut Squash Lasagna
No red sauce here—just mozzarella, herbs and alllll the ricotta.
44. Creamed Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Onions
Behold, the mac and cheese of vegetables.
45. Vegan Lentil and Roasted Vegetable Bake
Where should we start, the cashew cream or the crispy pine nut topping?
46. Cauliflower and Plantain Tacos with Lemony Pesto Dressing
Swap the cauliflower for broccoli or cabbage.
49. Vegan Butternut Mac and ‘Cheese’ with Shiitake ‘Bacon’
Roasted squash = the silkiest sauce ever.
50. Eggplant Pizza
Ask your kids to assemble them and dinner will practically make itself.
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