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If you want to incorporate meatless meals into your weeknight supper rotation, look at this delicious lineup. Adopting a vegetarian diet isn't as challenging as you think with recipes for tender veggie burgers, grilled kebabs, and even main-dish mac and cheese. Did we mention the French Onion Soup Casserole?
Your family will be begging for more meatless meals, and with numerous options, there is something to satisfy even your pickiest eater and most ardent meat-lover. If that isn't convincing enough, the best part might be that most of these recipes are quick and easy, on the table in under an hour. Proof? Try the Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna, which comes together with 10 minutes of prep work, thanks to the help of frozen cheese ravioli. Round out the meals with a simple dessert, and you'll find that any sort of meat is a distant memory compared to these hearty, vegetable-laden alternatives.
Meatless doesn't have to mean it isn't full of flavor. Here are 31 recipes for every palette, with casseroles, lasagnas, soups, and more.
Veggie Fajitas
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Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
Peppers, onions, and portobello mushrooms are glazed with a rich sauce made with smoked paprika, cumin, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup. Tuck this meatless filling into some warm tortillas, add some sour cream and cilantro, and you've got yourself a satisfying meatless meal.
Skillet Pasta Primavera
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
Asparagus, peas, and cherry tomatoes combine with basil in this version of the Italian pasta classic. But if you have other vegetables on hand, feel free to use them instead—this dish is as adaptable as it is delicious.
Farro Salad
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Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Costen King, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
This colorful salad is packed with healthy whole grains and fresh vegetables. You can use pearled or whole farro (or another grain), but whole farro will take a little longer to cook.
Zucchini Pasta
![Southern Living Easy Zucchini-Basil Pasta on a plate to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/kwkzLUVU1jICi2_EF7IjjykRUso=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27589_BTY_Zucchini_04-1-26c78828ae05499f860365c986fd89c1.jpg)
Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel
Creamy sauce, tender noodles and squash, and fragrant basil—what's not to love? Even better, it will be on the table in 25 minutes.
Farmers' Market Frittata
![Southern Living Farmers Market Frittata in the pan with a couple of slices cut out on blue plates](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Cg4r5ywW08jujZAD7CjI1nZFJ7E=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27439_OE_-Frittata_0400_preview-ca3569aba8114502999b3e204192d8f2.jpg)
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Enjoy breakfast for dinner! Full of kale, red onion, and peppers, the Farmers' Market Frittata is decadent yet refreshing.
French Onion Pasta
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Coming together in just one pot, this recipe combines the classic soup with pasta for a dish so comforting you won't even miss the meat. To make the meal vegetarian, you can swap the beef broth for vegetable broth.
Eggplant Rollups
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This hearty dish only requires five ingredients, plus a few everyday pantry items. Add a tossed green salad to these tasty rollups for a satisfying meatless meal.
Okra And Rice Casserole
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Roll two Southern staples right into a casserole and you can't go wrong. Generous amounts of okra dance with a mixture of tomatoes, onion, celery, and bell pepper. Everything is well-flavored by the garlic and Cajun seasoning, and the rice becomes the vehicle by which you soak up the homey broth.
Cuban Black Bean-And-Yellow Rice Bowls
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Here is a Test Kitchen tip on cooking with plantains: Plantains are ready to cook when their peels turn black on the outside, so buy them black or let them ripen before cooking. Many grocery stores sell heat-and-serve frozen plantains too. You'll love the sweet crunch the plantains give this colorful dish.
Sheet Pan Veggie Supreme Pizza
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
A cross between focaccia and pizza, this veggie-covered dish is just what you need. The best part? The dough is store bought but covered in olive oil to make every bite perfectly crispy.
Creamy Vegetable Pot Pie
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A vegetable pot pie so rich, you won't even miss the chicken. Enriched with heavy whipping cream, crème fraîche, whole-grain mustard, and fresh thyme, you'll get all the flavor of the classic and a double serving of vegetables in one dish.
Fettuccine Alfredo
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Get ready to twirl your fork. This easy, creamy fettuccine Alfredo uses basic ingredients from your pantry and fridge to create a homemade sauce that beats any store-bought jar.
Cheesy Mushroom Sliders
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Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
These mushroom sliders come together quickly in just 30 minutes. They should marinate for 8 to 12 hours so just make sure to allow that time for them to soak up plenty of flavor.
Baked Tortellini Alfredo With Mushrooms
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ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; PROP STYLING: CHRISTINE KEELY; FOOD STYLING: EMILY NABORS HALL
With this recipe, you can be enjoying the comforting flavors of Alfredo in just 25 minutes. Just make sure to use an oven-safe skillet so you can crisp it under the broiler just before serving.
Creamy Artichoke, Kale, and Rice Gratin
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With this casserole recipe, you can enjoy the flavors of spinach-artichoke dip for dinner. Plus, it comes together in just 35 minutes.
Vegetable Soup
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Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
In about an hour, this classic, comforting vegetable soup will be ready. With each bite, you'll get a rich, tomato-y soup with loads of tender vegetables.
Burrito Bowls
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A dash of lime and chopped cilantro keep things fresh, while chili powder and cumin provide the spice. Creamy avocado, sour cream, and queso blanco tie everything together, and the beans provide the hearty protein. You won't miss the meat!
Barbecue Jackfruit Sandwiches
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
This is an old favorite turned plant-based dish that even meat lovers will be pleasantly surprised by. The shredded pork-like texture perfectly pairs with the fresh slaw.
Butternut Squash Lasagna
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Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
While we think this recipe is best with fresh squash, you can also use frozen if needed to save time. It can also be made ahead and stored in the freezer to cook on a busy weeknight.
French Onion Soup Casserole
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French onion soup as a casserole? Yes, please. This iconic dish gets a Southern makeover as a casserole, meaning there's more bread to go around. The soup base we know and love is layered over baguette slices and baked. Near the end of the cooking time, you'll broil the cheese for a bubbly, crispy exterior. Strict vegetarians and others will want to sub the beef broth for a vegetable one.
7-Can Soup
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
The hardest part of this 25-minute soup recipe is opening each of the cans. While meat can be added, it's hearty, delicious, and warm without.
Slow-Cooker Lentil Soup
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Simple, satisfying, and made in the slow cooker, despite the lack of meat this soup recipe is still packed with protein. We like garnishing each bowl with parsley and parmesan cheese.
Vegetarian Skillet Chili
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Like traditional chili, this meatless version gets its bold flavor from ingredients like cumin, tomatoes, garlic, and onion. This recipe wastes nothing, incorporating the cilantro stems you would usually discard into the base for added flavor.
Slow-Cooker Black Bean Soup
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This soup recipe is easy as could be. You simply toss everything into the slow cooker and let it do the cooking. Just reserve the tomatoes for the last hour.
Creamy Kale And Pasta Bake
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This cozy dish gets a kick from a little hot sauce, while the kale keeps it light.
Zucchini Lasagna
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Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Kay E. Clarke; Food Stylist: Tina Stamos
Replacing some of the lasagna noodles with zucchini strips lightens an otherwise classic dish. You'll stuff the layers with whole-milk ricotta, fresh mozzarella, and good parmesan — so much cheese, you won't miss the meat.
Roasted Broccoli Macaroni And Cheese
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Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Ginny Branch
A beloved pasta dish gets a little makeover with the addition of roasted broccoli florets. Chunks of cheddar cheese, dispersed throughout the dish, create surprise cheesy pockets. The best thing? It's a make-ahead meal.
Sweet Potato, Cauliflower, And Greens Casserole
![Sweet Potato, Cauliflower, and Greens Casserole](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/a9LtLEht4X9Kbk1cSupr4ER7Sws=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/sweet-potato-cauliflower-greens-casserole-sl-x-f44086984d3d4a17b9db7698c980a9f4.jpg)
Who said meat was required for a filling casserole? Not us! The sheer abundance of vegetable goodness swimming in an easy cheese sauce will have you forgetting about any idea of meat (though there are beans for protein).
Roasted Tomato Macaroni And Cheese
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For the smoothest, creamiest results, let the white sauce cool slightly before whisking in the shredded cheese. For best results, skip the pre-shredded cheeses available at the grocery store and shred the cheese yourself.
Lasagna Roll Ups
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Canned artichokes give the rich filling its meaty heft. Feel free to sub sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
Old-Fashioned Tomato Pie
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Old-Fashioned Tomato Pie is summer perfection thanks to garden fresh tomatoes and herbs. A cheesy topping doesn't hurt either.
Tabitha Brown's Vegan Mac And Cheese
![Tabitha Brown's Vegan Mac and Cheese](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/29RdO_5XgEgBH0ekLJ7cxMjQfLc=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2659602_Tabit_044-2000-765605127e8d4a2c81043099c4997df4.jpg)
This mac and cheese is not only meatless, it's dairy-free. Don't worry, it's still ooey-gooey and creamy even without the cheese and cream.
Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna
![Easy Pasta Recipes: Spinach Ravioli Lasagna](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/wesBbe22NZSwSpBT_UNbhK7hH8I=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fo_10a5274e68ca56d6_spcms_0_0_0-ffd7207135ab4c11bc239b4551ea4ba1.jpg)
Hello, easiest meatless dinner ever. With the help of frozen cheese ravioli and pre-made pesto, you're well on your way to dinner with just 10 minutes of prep.
Sweet Potato-Carrot Soup
![Sweet Potato-Carrot Soup](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/DwsVp7xH_SCCIBBbLTPbVBzOhfk=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2678201_HIHAn_27538-2000-47842017c4a9440ea1c615cc941c42f2.jpg)
Most soups simmer for hours, this vegetarian soup comes together in only an hour. Not only is it a vibrant color, but it's also endlessly customizable––this simple two-step recipe can be used as guide for turning any root veggies you have on hand into a satisfying soup.
Three-Cheese Pasta Bake
![Three-Cheese Pasta Bake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/EX7IgmeF9GN4gEHTqbFT5b04YZY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/pasta-bake-sl-1033041-x-121023cb02f94b23abd963fd6ea92b5e.jpg)
This delicious variation on traditional macaroni and cheese is easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight family dinners and weekend entertaining alike. Add a green salad and fresh vegetables for a hearty, meatless meal.