9 Satisfying Veggie Dishes
Who says vegetables can’t be the star of the meal? These 9 epic veggie dishes are so satisfying and full of flavor that even the most devoted meat lovers will be impressed. Packed with hearty ingredients, bold seasonings, and creative twists, these recipes prove that going meatless doesn’t mean sacrificing taste or satisfaction.
Spicy Miso Noodles
Spicy Miso Noodles are perfect when craving something spicy, savory, and just a tad bit tangy. You’re all set with just 5 minutes of prep for 2-3 hungry souls. Now, imagine slurping up these noodles, and with every mouthful, you get that deep, delicious miso taste, a spicy zing from the chili oil that wakes up your whole mouth, and a smooth touch from tahini that just makes everything better.
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Sheet Pan Gnocchi
This Easy Sheet Pan Gnocchi Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s budget-friendly, super tasty, and made with pantry ingredients. Plus, who doesn’t love a meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes? Just toss a few ingredients on a sheet pan and let the oven do the rest. The best part? There’s minimal cleanup!
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Mediterranean Bowls with Chickpeas
Along with orzo, hummus, a simple Greek salad, and homemade tzatziki, it’s a meal the whole family loves, mainly because it’s a build-your-own adventure recipe. The chickpeas are an easy way to add extra protein to pasta salad, Greek salad, tuna salad…you name it. Or, if you’re out of side dish recipe ideas, just dump a couple of cans of them in a bowl and call it a day.
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Tuscan Kale Soup
This easy vegan Zuppa Toscana soup recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner, make-ahead lunch, or company treat. It’s a warm, savory vegetable soup recipe with kale, white beans, potatoes, and Tuscan herbs for added flavor. It only requires 30 minutes and one pot, so you can’t go wrong with this simple vegetarian kale soup.
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Italian Tomato Spaghetti
Grab your fork and enjoy this delightful, fun, and flavourful spaghetti—perfect with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and fresh basil! This dish has a beautiful combination of flavours—a rich, flavourful tomato sauce perfectly infuses with freshly made spaghetti topped with shredded cheddar cheese—it does not get better!
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Spaghetti with Garlic, Oil, and Chili Pepper
Spaghetti, aglio e olio, or garlic oil chili pepper spaghetti, is one of the most famous pasta dishes in Italy and worldwide; it’s fast, easy, and very Italian. Ready in a few minutes, it provides a good lunch or dinner with just four ingredients: pasta, oil, garlic, and chili pepper. It’s easy to cook and always turns into a great success no matter what.
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Eggplant Involtini
Eggplant Involtini is the epitome of Italian comfort food. These eggplant rolls are great for entertaining as they can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving. After filling the eggplant slices, the small bundles are placed in a basic tomato sauce, topped with grated parmesan cheese, and baked to rich, flavoursome deliciousness.
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Baked Gnocchi Alla Vodka
This gorgeous one-pot baked gnocchi alla vodka sauce is one of my new go-to simple, easy, and deliciously creamy vegetarian dinners. It’s ready in less than 30 minutes, contains nine ingredients, and requires just one pan! This easy gnocchi with vodka sauce is a dreamy recipe, finished with melty golden mozzarella and fresh basil.
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Authentic Homemade Italian Manicotti with Crepes
Traditionally, authentic Italian manicotti is made with crepes, not pasta. They are filled with a ricotta cheese mixture and baked with a layer of sauce and cheese. With manicotti shells made from crepes and a rich ricotta cheese filling, this comforting pasta dish is perfect for Sunday dinner or the holiday season.
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