When in doubt, eat more veggies! We’re always looking for ways to incorporate more vegetables and whole foods into our diet, so we’ve rounded up all of our favorite easy plant-based recipes that also happen to be totally kid-friendly. Read on for serious dinner inspiration, whether you’re a full-on vegetarian or just looking to decrease your meat consumption.
Vegetarian Fried Rice
When the fridge is looking bare, there’s no better dinner than this tasty vegetarian fried rice from Slow Sundays. You’ll get to use up leftover rice along with whatever veggies you’ve got on hand. To grab the recipe, click here.
Vegetarian Chili
If you’re trying to incorporate more meatless meals into your diet, this chili from What’s for Dinner? is a great bet. With a dish this delicious, your family won’t even notice that there’s no meat on the table. Click here to get the recipe.
Garlicky Peanut Soba Noodles with Roasted Broccoli
We’re not sure what we love more about this recipe from My Kitchen Love: the garlicky, sweet, savory peanut sauce or the perfectly charred roasted broccoli. One bite and chances are you’ll fall in love too. To snag the recipe, click here.
Quinoa and Black Bean Wraps with Hummus
These easy wraps from The Wimpy Vegetarian make a delicious lunch or dinner, and they pack in a good bit of protein thanks to the quinoa, beans and hummus. That means you’ll stay full for hours—no snacks needed! Get the recipe by clicking here.
Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Pasta
Sometimes the simplest recipes are the most delicious, and that’s definitely true for this dish from The Vegan Year. You’ll have a healthy and hearty meal on the table in no time. To get the recipe, click here.
Squash Risotto with Roasted Kale
For a warming and healthy meal, you can’t go wrong with this delish risotto by Kerry Alteiro. Roasted kale offers a crunchy contrast to the richness of the risotto. Click here to grab the recipe.
Crispy Cauliflower and Potato Tacos
We’re obsessed with these tacos from Veggies Don’t Bite, and we’re pretty sure your crew will feel the same way. The cauliflower and potatoes are baked to crispy perfection, and the tacos are finished off with a tangy dill crema. Get the recipe by clicking here.
Chickpea and Rosemary Soup
Everybody loves a cozy bowl of soup, and this chickpea and rosemary concoction from Little Yumminess is no exception. It’s super quick to throw together but is “fancy” enough to make a weeknight dinner extra special. Click here to get the recipe.
Sweet Potato Enchiladas
Everybody loves enchiladas, and you’ll feel good serving this version from Herb on Herbs since they’re filled with healthy sweet potatoes and black beans. To grab the recipe, click here.
Baked Spaghetti Lasagna
Spaghetti meets lasagna in this crazy but delicious dish from Sweet Pea Chef. Noodles are layered with ricotta, broccoli and plenty of cheese. Drooling yet? Click here to get the recipe.
Chiles Rellenos Breakfast Strata
Breakfast for dinner, anyone? This strata from Kitchen Treaty is delicious any time of the day. It’s filled with eggs, cheese, bread and mild green chiles—yum! Get the recipe by clicking here.
Black Bean Burgers
Vegetarians don’t have to miss out on barbecues! Whip up a batch of these black bean burgers from Our Family Eats and you’ll have the perfect meal for a summer night. Click here to snag the recipe.
Spaghetti Sauce with Hidden Veggies
Get some extra nutrients into your meal with our sneaky spaghetti sauce recipe. The recipe includes hidden spinach, carrots and mushrooms, and pairs perfectly with a big pile of pasta. Get the recipe by clicking here.
Healthy Nachos
For an easy weeknight meal, you can’t go wrong with these healthy nachos from You Totally Got This. You can customize the toppings to your family’s taste, but we love them with corn, black beans and avocado. Click here to get the details.
Broccoli Cheddar Risotto
Cheese and broccoli go together like peanut butter and jelly, which is why we love this risotto from Savory Tooth. Plus, unlike many risotto recipes, this one doesn’t require constant stirring (hooray!). To get the recipe, click here.
Veggie Pasta Bake
Need a comfort food fix? This veggie pasta bake will totally fit the bill. It’s filled with warming marinara sauce, cheese and pasta along with mushrooms and peppers. Click here to grab the recipe.
Vegetable Shakshuka
This dish is a favorite in North Africa and the Middle East, and we’re willing to bet your crew will love it too. Eggs are gently cooked in a spiced tomato mixture, and the end result is a yummy one-skillet dish that goes great with a hunk of crusty bread. Click here to get the recipe.
Open-Face Fried Egg Sandwich with Pesto & Avocado
For those nights when you just don’t feel like making dinner, keep this recipe in your back pocket. Layered with pesto, cheese, avocado and eggs, it’ll be on the table in less than 20 minutes. Get the recipe by clicking here.
One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta
One-pot meals are our favorite, and this recipe from Apron Strings is one of the best. It’s filled with yummy ingredients like tomatoes, garlic and basil, and it all comes together in less than half an hour. To get the recipe, click here.
Vegetarian Meatloaf
Imitation meat can be a little iffy sometimes—but this version of veggie meatloaf from The Family Chef is a real winner. It’s made with lentils and rice, and also has ground nuts to help replicate the texture of meat. Get the recipe by clicking here.
—Susie Foresman
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