Looking for easy dinners that are affordable, comforting, and still full of flavor? These meatless recipes include cozy pastas, hearty stews, simple skillet meals, and satisfying bakes perfect for busy weeknights. Enjoy!
Meatless Pasta Dinners
Easy, comforting pasta recipes that are rich, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights without the meat.

1. Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet
This parmesan spinach mushroom pasta skillet is super quick and impossible to mess up - The ultimate win for vegetarian weeknight dinners!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
2. Garlic Mushroom Pasta
This easy and elegant mushroom pasta recipe fits busy weeknights perfectly. Mushrooms, garlic, parmesan and parsley pack it with rich layered flavor without needing cream.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
3. One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms
Super delicious and quick to make. This meatless pasta recipe is the ultimate win for easy weeknight dinners
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
4. Healthy Tomato Zucchini Pasta
This Healthy Tomato Zucchini Pasta recipe is the perfect quick and easy weeknight meal. Filled with fresh vegetables this vegetarian pasta recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Ready in under 20 minutes!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
5. Creamy Pesto Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes
Creamy Pesto Pasta is quick and easy to throw together in no time. So rich and satisfying, you won't even miss the meat!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
6. Garlic Broccoli Stir-Fry with Pasta
This broccoli stir fry recipe with pasta cannot get easier or quicker! It's loaded with flavor and ready in less than 30mn.
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
7. Tomato and Spinach Pasta
Our Tomato and Spinach Pasta is perfect when you need a quick dinner on the table. Try it tonight!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
8. Tortellini Pasta in Garlic Spinach Tomato Sauce
This tortellini recipe is the pasta dish that's the perfect answer to your weeknight dinner prayers!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
9. Lemon Sage Pasta
This lemon sage pasta recipe use simple ingredients and is ready in 15 minutes. The perfect lunch or dinner!
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe boxMeatless Stews & Soups
Cozy bowls of hearty soups and stews packed with flavor, simple ingredients, and plenty of comfort.

10. Butternut Lentil Stew
This butternut lentil Stew in creamy coconut sauce is an excellent plant-based dinner for just about any night of the week!
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
11. Parmesan Bean Soup
Our parmesan bean soup is the perfect comfort meal for any day of the week. Ready in just 30 minutes and filled with nutritious ingredients like white beans and kale, don't miss out on this tasty and easy bean soup recipe!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
12. Vegetable Soup
Make this easy vegetable soup recipe full of nourishing veggies you have on hand! Nourishing and light, it's perfect for warming up on cold nights. you can’t go wrong with a big comforting bowl of vegetable soup!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
13. Cauliflower Sweet Potato Curry
This cauliflower sweet pootato curry is a quick and comforting vegan dinner loaded with spicy goodness.
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
14. Broccoli Cauliflower Soup
This broccoli cauliflower soup recipe is super nutritious and ready in only 15 minutes!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
15. Instant Pot Split Pea Soup
Split peas are so good to chew on, and high in protein. This meatless soup is quick and easy to make and perfect for a warm, filling dinner.
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
16. Chili Butternut Squash Soup with White Beans
This chili butternut squash is an easy vegan soup so hearty and comforting. Made with plenty of veggies!
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe boxMeatless Skillet Meals
Quick one-pan dinners that keep prep simple, cleanup easy, and weeknight cooking stress-free.

17. Gnocchi and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Broccoli Gnocchi Recipe - You'll love this gnocchi and broccoli stir-fry recipe! With a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, this quick stir-fry with gnocchi and broccoli makes a flavorful and satisfying meal in no time!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
18. Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet (Healthy 20-Minute Dinner)
This 20-Minute Healthy Meatless spinach mushroom quinoa Skillet is the ultimate win for vegetarian weeknight dinners!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
19. Veggie Fried Rice
Veggie fried rice is ready in less than 20 minutes for a quick, healthy dinner everyone will love. This recipe for vegetable fried rice is loaded with colorful veggies and more budget-friendly than take-out!
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
20. Potato Gnocchi in Bacon Spinach Cream Sauce
This potato gnocchi recipe is a delicious restaurant quality weeknight meal - The gnocchi are done in 20 minutes or less!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
21. Spicy Tahini Tofu Stir Fry
Try our tofu stir fry recipe and dinner will be done before you know it!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe boxMeatless Dinner Bakes
Warm, oven-baked dishes that make meatless dinners feel extra satisfying.

22. Easy Tomato Spinach Ravioli Bake
This tomato spinach ravioli bake is rich and nourishing and makes an excellent meatless dish for a family dinner.
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
23. Baked Cauliflower Parmesan
Oven Baked Cauliflower Parmesan cauliflower parmesan is a low carb, vegetarian dish with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese to add a tasty vegetable to your dinner table.
Cooking time: 40 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
24. Garlic Parmesan Roasted Zucchini
Garlic Parmesan Roasted zucchini recipe is way too good to pass up. The Hasselback-style cut makes it a fun way to enjoy healthy veggies for dinner!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
25. Cheesy Baked Cabbage Steaks
Make these baked cheesy cabbage steaks for a vegetarian meal or a versatile side for any main course!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
26. Baked Feta Gnocchi
Baked Feta Gnocchi is on the table in under 40 minutes and is ideal for a busy weeknight family meal. You'll love the savory touch and mediterranean flavors.
Cooking time: 40 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
27. Roasted Whole Cauliflower with BBQ Sauce
Try our whole roasted cauliflower recipe and get swooned by it smoky flavors and crisp-tender perfection! BBQ roasted cauliflower is perfect as a gluten-free side or a vegetarian main course!
Cooking time: 50 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
28. Baked Zucchini and Cheese
Baked zucchini and cheese is an easy side dish made in 30 minutes. If you're looking for the perfect balance of crispy and cheesy, this cheesy zucchini bake is for you!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
29. Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms
These baked cheese stuffed mushrooms are easy to put together and make a wonderful meatless lunch. Feel free to tweak the cheese mix to your liking.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
30. Chickpea Tomato Baked Eggplant
Eggplants stuffed with chickpeas, tomatoes, and fragrant spices are roasted to perfection, creating a flavorful, high-protein vegan meal.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe boxMeatless Salad Dinners
Fresh, hearty salads loaded with grains, veggies, and bold flavors that work as a full meal.

31. Sweet Potatoes Lentil Salad
Our lentil salad is filled with fiber and plant protein for a hearty, healthy dinner high in protein!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
32. Easy Corn Avocado Pasta Salad
One bowl of this healthy pasta salad will delight even the pickiest eaters! Also great for meal prep dinners.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
33. Spinach Orzo Pasta Salad
Orzo pasta, tangy feta, and fresh spinach combine to create a light and refreshing salad. Tossed with a zesty dressing, this meatless salad is perfect for a light, summertime dinner!
Cooking time: 8 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
34. Quinoa Cucumber Salad
Cucumber quinoa salad recipe with a simple lemon and olive oil dressing is a wonderful salad that's perfect with any meal.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
35. Orzo Pasta Salad
A light and refreshing orzo pasta salad with capers, bell peppers, cheese, and a light dressing.
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
36. White Bean and Carrot Salad
A warm white bean carrot salad recipe with a 2-ingredient lemon maple sauce as a dressing! This white bean carrot salad is easy to make and full of bright flavors!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
37. Spring Roll Noodle Salad
This easy noodle salad recipe is packed with vitamins and perfect for spring nights.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
38. Sweet Potato, Brussels Sprout & Kale Salad
This sweet potato and Brussels sprouts salad with kale is the perfect vegetarian dinner!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe boxCrockpot Meatless Meals
Slow cooker recipes that do the work for you, creating easy, flavorful dinners with minimal effort.

39. Slow Cooker Whole Cauliflower Curry and Cashew
This slow cooker cauliflower is a filling meatless main course packed with good-for-you nutrients.
Cooking time: 120 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
40. Crockpot Chickpea Butternut Soup
This vegan crockpot chickpea butternut soup might just be the heartiest and tastiest soup you'll ever make!
Cooking time: 240 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
41. Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Split Pea Soup
Easy & creamy with tons of flavor - Perfect for a vegan or vegetarian-friendly dinner.
Cooking time: 240 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
42. Crockpot Split Pea Soup
And finally–Our Crock Pot split pea soup is very easy to make! Curl up with a warm comfy bowl of this vegan soup after a hard day at work!
Cooking time: 240 minView recipe >> Save to recipe boxHave you made one of these recipes? Please share on your social media using our hastag #eatwell101!
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