Easy Vegetarian Recipes

New to cooking, or just too tired to make an effort? Here are some super easy recipes, with simple directions like "cut, chop, blend, stir, and boil" - very little effort and no thinking required!

Aïoli
If you've never tasted this garlicky mayonnaise, you're in for a real treat.

Alfredo Sauce
A rich and creamy Italian sauce, usually served over fettucine. It's also delectable in spinach lasagna and with ravioli.

Almond Cookies
Almond cookies from China (and some Chinese restaurants) are light and crispy.

Apple Burgers
Sweet, tart, and slightly crunchy, these apple burgers might sound weird, but they definitely taste good.

Applesauce
Sure you could just buy it at the store, but homemade applesauce is one of the all-time great treats.

Apricot Cherry Compote
It's easy to make compote: just stew up some dried fruit and enjoy it with dessert.

Apricot-Strawberry Cobbler
I love fruit cobblers, and apricots and strawberries make a particularly nice combination.

Artichoke Soup
This garlicky artichoke soup is very easy to make.

Arugula Salad
Arugula isn't to everyone's taste, as it has a slightly spicy, peppery flavor. For those who can't get enough of it, this salad with toasted pine nuts will hit the spot.

Arugula Toasts
These elegant little appetizers are quick and easy to prepare and absolutely delicious.

Asparagus Leek Soup
A lovely, rich soup made with asparagus, leeks, and mushrooms and topped with a corn and bell pepper garnish.

Asparagus Salad
Asparagus, olives, mint, bell pepper, and onion - a nice mix for a summer salad.

Autumn Salad
Or fall salad, if you prefer. A colorful and flavorful salad to enjoy when the weather changes and the leaves begin to fall.

Avocado Hemp Dressing
Avocado blended with garlic and hemp oil makes an unusual and delicious salad dressing.

Avocado Soup
Chilled soups are wonderful in the summertime, and they tend to be incredibly easy to prepare. This creamy avocado soup is no exception.

Avocado Tomato Salad
This is one of the simplest salads ever, and absolutely delicious.

Baked Omelette
I whipped up this simple recipe last week and in doing so discovered an easy, elegant way to feed eggs to several people at once.

Banana Pineapple Sorbet
A cool recipe with tropical flavor.

Banana Treat
Simple, delicious, and very refreshing: frozen banana puréed into something that's quite like ice cream, without the dairy and calories.

Barbecue Sauce
This quick and easy bbq sauce will develop more flavor if you leave it in the fridge for a few days, but it's terrific when freshly-made, too.

Barbecued Tofu Sandwich
One of the things I miss most as a veggie is barbecue sauce, since it's typically eaten with steak or ribs. What can a vegetarian eat barbecue sauce with? I've just learned the answer: fried tofu. Give this barbecued tofu sandwich a try - you won't believe your taste buds.

Barley Soup
This barley soup recipe from Sicily is a perfect vegan alternative to chicken soup when you're feeling under the weather.

Bean and Olive Soup
White beans and black olives combine with various herbs and veggies to make a hearty soup.

Bean Burritos
You can either make these burritos yourself or put the ingredients on the table and let everyone build their own.

Bean Salad with Walnuts and Feta
When you cook your own beans, they are one of the healthiest things out there, and they are delicious with just a pinch of salt. They are also wonderful paired with feta and toasted walnuts, as in this simple bean salad.

Beet Salad
I hated beets when I was a kid, but then as an adult I discovered that they don't come from cans. Fresh beets are packed with flavor, and this French beet salad couldn't be easier to make.

Bell Pepper Salad
If you like bell peppers, this beautiful salad made of roasted green and red bell peppers from North Africa (Morocco and Tunisia) will be a real treat.

Berry Sauce
This sweet-tart sauce is wonderful on pancakes, French toast, and ice cream.

Berry Shake
A small serving of this fresh berry shake is delightful after a filling lunch.

Bharta - Smoked Eggplant
Bharta is a smoked eggplant dish popular in the villages of Punjab. It is usually served with greens, bread, and lassi.

Black Bean Burgers
These black bean veggie burgers from Jamaica are spicy and delicious.

Black Bean Dip
A spicy black bean paste that works great as a dip, in burritos, or on nachos.

Black Bean Zucchini Quesadillas
Black beans, zucchini, and a bit of cheese folded into tortillas - this may be the best quesadillas you've ever tasted.

Black-Eyed Pea and Quinoa Croquettes
Crunchy croquettes made from black-eyed peas and quinoa are packed with vegetarian protein.

Bloody Mary
If you crave the spiciness of a bloody mary but don't want the alcohol, try this tasty virgin variation - or make the real thing.

Borscht
Beet borscht is a traditional cold vegetarian soup common in Russian, Ukrainian, and Jewish cooking.

Bran Muffins
Here is a simple recipe for bran muffins - a delicious and very healthy breakfast item.

Bread Crumbs
Bread crumbs, or chapelure, as they're called in French, are available at the store, but there's really no need to buy them when you can quickly, easily, and cheaply make them yourself.

Bread Pudding
Simple bread pudding is the ultimate in comfort food, not to mention a great way to use up stale bread.

Breaded Tofu
This crunchy tofu is very bland by itself, but great for dipping into peanut sauce or barbecue sauce.

Breakfast Burrito
There's no set recipe for breakfast burritos - you can stuff them with pretty much anything you like. This recipe is for a basic breakfast burrito that you can customize to suit your own tastes.

Broiled Asparagus
Broiled asparagus topped with cheesy bread crumbs is the perfect dish for spring.

Broiled Ricotta Gnocchi
Gnocchi are usually treated like a variety of pasta and served with sauce. But these broiled ricotta gnocchi are great served plain or as dumplings.

Brownies
The ultimate treat for chocolate lovers.

Brussel Sprouts
A lot of people don't like brussel sprouts, but I think that's because they haven't had them cooked properly. This recipe makes the best brussel sprouts you've ever had.

Buttermilk Coffee Cake
Recipe for a sweet and simple coffee cake with fruit and nuts.

Cabbage Rolls
Normally filled with a mixture of ground beef and rice, cabbage rolls are a staple in Eastern Europe and a favorite in many other countries. Try these vegetarian cabbage rolls stuffed with vegetables for an equally tasty main course.

Cajun French Fries
If you like spicy, try these baked, cajun-style French "fries."

Calzone
A calzone is a turnover or pocket made with pizza dough and filled with veggies, cheese, and pretty much anything else you put on pizza.

Caesar Salad
Yes, it is possible to make vegetarian Caesar salad, and with this recipe you'll never even miss the anchovies.

Caprese
This tomato-mozzarella-basil dish is my favorite starter; even though I make it myself regularly, I always order it when I eat out.

Carmelized Onions
To carmelize onions, you need to cook them for a long time in a bit of oil or butter. The hardest part of this recipe is waiting for them to finish!

Carrot-Onion Quiche
A quiche makes an easy, satisfying main course. This colorful carrot-onion quiche looks and tastes great with a side of dark green vegetables or salad.

Carrot Vichyssoise
Rich, cold, and a lovely shade of orange, carrot vichyssoise swirled with a balsamic reduction will impress your friends and delight your tastebuds - only you will know how simple it is to prepare.

Cascadilla
This dairy-based, traditional Jewish soup is light and refreshing.

Cashew Cardamom Cupcakes
Cashew butter frosting on top of little cashew butter cakes... how can you go wrong?

Cashew Cardamom Muffins
Cashew butter lovers beware - these muffins are delicious and totally addictive.

Cashew Chili
Cashew chili is easy, delicious, filling, and vegetarian. What more can you ask for? :-)

Cashew Curry
This vegetarian curry is rich, filling, and delicious, and can easily be made vegan.

Cauliflower Gratin
A fluffy gratin featuring cauliflower, somewhat reminiscent of quiche but lighter and egg-free.

Cauliflower Soup
A flavorful and incredibly creamy yet entirely vegan soup, with a texture similar to that of a thin potato purée.

Cheese Blintzes
Although I've seen menus with various kinds of fruit blintzes listed, for me cheese blintzes are the only option. The creamy cheese filling complements the warm crêpe so nicely, I can't imagine filling it with anything else.

Cheese Croutons
These warm and bubbly croutons go equally well with soup and salad.

Cheese Enchiladas
Cheese enchiladas are very rich and filling, but if you're a cheese lover like me, they're one of the best dishes to get your fix.

Cheese Fritters
Eat these wonderful crunchy cheese fritters as soon as possible after they are cooked.

Cheese Muffins
Try these dinner muffins with warm, gooey cheese inside with soup and salad.

Cheesy Grits
Whether you serve them straight up or fried, cheesy grits make a great addition to breakfast or brunch.

Chickpea Burgers
Mashed and pan-fried chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, make a delicious veggie burger.

Chili
Here's a very easy vegetarian chili recipe - just open some cans, chop a few veggies, and leave it on the stove for a couple of hours.

Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies
Crispy, sweet, delicious vegan cookies!

Chocolate Malt
There's nothing like a rich, chocolately malt. Beware - this is not for the calorie conscious!

Chocolate Mocha Cake
I developed this recipe with a friend about 10 years ago. It's extremely rich and fattening, but well worth every calorie.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
A delicious, rich, warm chocolate cake with a hint of peanut butter that tastes even better when served with berry sauce and/or vanilla ice cream.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake
Try this vegan chocolate peanut butter shake for a sweet and yummy treat.

Chocolate Pudding Cake
This interesting chocolate pudding cake has numerous good points: it's low in fat, potentially vegan, easy to make with kids, and delicious too.

Chop Suey
Chop suey, despite its Chinese name, is actually an American recipe, normally made with a mix of meat, vegetables, and bean sprouts. This vegan version uses tofu, bok choy, and spinach, to great effect.

Christmas Salad
This red, white, and green salad will help spread Christmas cheer.

Coffee Cake
Not only is this vegan coffee cake with fruit easy and delicious, it also tastes better the next day, so you can make it Saturday night and then wake up to vegan coffee cake for brunch.

Cole Slaw
Cole slaw, a perfect summer picnic salad, is traditionally made with mayonnaise. This cole slaw recipe includes several dressing variations.

Corn Bread
Hot corn bread is absolutely delicious topped with butter or cream cheese.

Corn Chowder
An extremely rich and filling chowder.

Cranberry Sauce
What would Thanksgiving dinner be without this sweet-tart, jelly-like sauce?

Cream of Spinach Soup
A rich, warming soup made of spinach, potatoes, and (optional) milk.

Cream of Zucchini Soup
Zucchini grows like a weed in our garden, and I find it difficult to eat it all without getting bored. Sound familiar? Here's one very tasty way to use up fresh zucchini.

Crêpes
Crêpes are thin pancakes that can be wrapped around just about anything to turn it into an elegant meal, or just folded and topped with something yummy. Try some of these fillings and toppings, or experiment to invent your own.

Croutons
Homemade croutons are a snap to make!

Crudités
A platter of crudités typically consists one or more types of raw vegetables served with one or more dips. These can be served as an appetizer, at a buffet, in place of a salad - the sky is the limit. Here are some ideas for interesting crudité platters.

Cucumber Salad
Simple and refreshing, cucumber salad is the epitome of summer. Different herbs can make it seem like a completely different salad, so don't be scared to experiment.

Cucumber Soup
This chilled soup is delicious on a hot summer day.

Curried Carrot Coconut Soup
An incredibly flavorful vegan soup that takes only 15 minutes to prepare.

Curry Burgers
Carrots, chickpeas, mushrooms, onions, and walnuts are mixed with curry for a uniquely spicy veggie burger. Delicious!

Dal
Dal is the Indian term for lentils, and in cooking refers to any of the many Indian dishes made with lentils. There are many variations ranging from simple to complex. This recipe is on the easy side.

Deep-Dish Potato Pie
If you're looking for a rich and elegant dish and aren't worried about calories, give this beautiful potato pie a try.

Deviled Tofu
This delicious, low carb deviled tofu can be spread on celery or bread, or served atop a green salad.

Egg Lemon Soup
This interesting, lemony soup is traditional in Greek cuisine. Serve with Greek salad, hummus, and spanakopita for a veggie Greek meal.

Eggplant Burgers
A delicious veggie burger made with eggplant, walnuts, eggs, and cheese.

Eggplant Caviar
A lovely, thick eggplant dip. Great with crackers, French bread, pita bread, or crudités.

Eggplant Gratin
Eggplant layered with tomato sauce and topped with saffron custard makes an elegant and delicious main course.

Eggplant Meatballs
Mock meatballs are usually made with tofu or tempeh, but this unique recipe uses eggplant and walnuts to great effect.

Eggplant Pâté
A chunky mixture of roasted eggplant and toasted walnuts that you can eat on bread or crackers.

Egg Salad
This classic egg salad can be enjoyed in sandwiches or atop a bed of lettuce and veggies. Also see my recipe for mock (tofu) egg salad.

Fajitas
Everyone seems to love "build it yourself" meals, and fajitas are a delicous way to do this. Hot fillings and cold toppings are served with tortillas so that you can mix and match your own fajitas.

Felafel
Felafel are crunchy chick pea nuggets from Lebanon that make a delicious and very healthy sandwich.

French "Fries"
Although I call these French fries, it's a bit of a misnomer, as they are roasted rather than fried. They're very similar to the fried ones and every bit as good!

French Onion Pie
Carmelized onions and tofu make a savory vegan pie.

French Toast
This is the recipe for the best French toast I've ever had - a variation on the house recipe at a little café I used to work at in Illinois. I hope you enjoy it!

Fresh Pasta
Making fresh pasta takes less than an hour and you can't beat it for taste and texture. Kids will love the different color possibilities.

Fresh Pea Soup
Use up the last of summer's fresh peas for this simple soup.

Fresh Tomato Sauce
This summery sauce is delicious with pasta or anything else that needs a bit of fresh tomato flavor.

Fried Green Tomatoes
If you have unripe tomatoes available, make good use of them with this easy recipe for fried green tomatoes.

Fried Rice
Fried rice is an easy, versatile, and quick vegetarian recipe. In fact, the hardest part is remembering to make the rice at least several hours beforehand, so that it has time to chill.

Fried Tempeh
Tempeh, a cake of fermented soybeans, is much tastier than it sounds. Fried tempeh is golden brown and goes well with peanut and barbecue sauce.

Fried Tofu
Fried tofu is easy to make and has a nice chewy/crunchy texture.

Frozen Anisette Soufflé
Frozen soufflés make a nice, light dessert after a rich meal. This recipe calls for anise-flavored liqueur, but you could use another flavor like orange or hazelnut instead.

Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
Cool off with a delicious sweet treat.

Fruit Salad
There's nothing like a bowl of fresh, sweet fruit salad in the summer. No one really needs a recipe for fruit salad, but here are some ideas to get you started.

Fruit Smoothie
Cool and refreshing, smoothies are a delicious and nutritious way to quench your thirst and even satisfy a minor hunger.

Gallo Pinto
Gallo pinto, literally "spotted rooster," is ubiquitous in Costa Rica (and apparently all of Central America). It refers to black beans and rice cooked together, which are served at every meal, surrounded by various side dishes. It's easy to make and very healthy.

Garlic Bread
I eat bread with nearly every meal, especially soup, salad, and pasta (obviously I'm not a low-carb diet fan). Plain French or Italian bread is wonderful, but nice hot garlic bread can be a real treat.

Garlic Dressing
Creamy, vegan, garlic salad dressing.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips
These aren't much more work than regular mashed potatoes, but they have a lot more flavor.

Garlic Soup
This garlic soup is as good as anything you've ever had in a restaurant - it is wonderfully rich and velvety.

Garlic Walnut Soup
A deliciously smooth, raw soup.

Gazpacho
This cold, raw soup is full of flavor.

Ginger Ale
Homemade ginger ale is easy to make and much more "gingery" than anything you can buy at the store.

Ginger-Brandy Cheesecake
Sweet, rich cheesecake with a ginger snap crust and orange glaze.

Goat Cheese Sauce
If you like goat cheese, you'll love this simple sauce.

Granola
This crunchy granola has enough protein and fiber to get you through the whole day!

Gravy
This simple, nut-based gravy recipe will satisfy your cravings at Thanksgiving or any other time of year.

Green Goddess Dressing
Invented in the 1920's in honor of William Archer's eponymous play, green goddess dressing is brightly colored and delicious.

Greek Salad
Kalamata olives and feta cheese really spice up this otherwise simple salad.

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich
In terms of texture, portobello mushrooms are probably the closest vegetarian alternative to steak. While you won't be able to fool meat eaters with a grilled portobello mushroom sandwich, you might convince them that a great meal doesn't necessarily have to include meat.

Guacamole
Is it a dip or a condiment? That depends - are you eating it as a snack with tortilla chips or on top of a sandwich or burrito? Either way, guacamole is delicious, nutritious, and - unfortunately - quite fattening.

Hearts of Palm Dip
This creamy dip made with hearts of palm and green onion will remind you of sour cream and onion potato chips.

Hemp Hummus
Hummus is a delicious dip from the Middle East. A bit of hemp oil makes it even more nutritious and delicious.

Herb Dip
OK, so it's very fattening, but it's also very tasty. It's ok to treat yourself once in a while!

Herb Salad - Sabzi
If you grow your own herbs, this healthy salad is a great way to enjoy them... or show them off.

Herby Chickpea Dip
This is a unique, tangy chickpea dip. It's worth seeking out umeboshi plum paste just for this recipe, which you'll want to make over and over.

Home Fries
Home fries take a bit of time, but they make a great addition to breakfast or brunch.

Hot and Sour Soup
I know a number of people who crave hot and sour soup when they're sick.

Independence Fruit Salad
As an American, red, white, and blue make me think of independence day and patriotism, so that's what I'm calling this multi-colored fruit salad. The colors work for England and France too!

Israeli Couscous Salad
A mix of Israeli couscous, lentils, bell peppers, dates, and mint makes a subtle, refreshing salad.

Israeli Salad
A mixture of finely diced vegetables served with a tart dressing.

Israeli Za'atar Salad
Fresh vegetables tossed with sesame and sumac make a unique salad.

Italian Sandwich
Red, white, and green always make me think of Italy, and mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and basil are a classic combination.

Italian-Style Baked Onions
This is a very simple alternative to carmelized onions - it takes longer than carmelizing onions on the stovetop, but requires almost no work at all.

Italian-Style Macaroni and Cheese
Try this macaroni and cheese made with great Italian cheeses.

Jambalaya
This traditional stew from New Orleans is meat-based, but this vegetarian version leaves nothing to be desired.

Kasha Burgers
Kasha, or toasted buckwheat, has a smoky flavor that people either love or hate. If you love it, you'll absolutely adore these crusty kasha and mushroom burgers.

Lassi
Lassi is a sweet Indian drink made from yogurt - it's perfect for cooling your mouth while eating spicy food.

Leek Gratin
Serve leeks baked with several cheeses and a bit of cream over flavorful pasta or rice for a rich and delicious treat.

Leek, Zucchini, Fennel Soup
Three very different vegetables combine to make a flavorful soup.

Lemonade
The ultimate summertime drink - fresh, sweet-tart lemonade.

Lentil Feta Walnut Salad
An easy recipe for a delicious and protein-packed salad.

Lentil Salad
Like all beans and legumes, lentils are an excellent source of protein. Unlike the others, lentils do not need to be soaked before cooking. For an easy, healthy, quick meal, try this lentil salad recipe with onions and rosemary.

Lentil Soup
A simple soup recipe is the best way to enjoy the great taste of lentils.

Lettuce Soup
It sounds a little weird to make soup out of salad ingredients, but this beautiful cold soup is light and refreshing.

Limeade
Limeade is a nice change of pace for a summertime drink.

Macaroni and Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is one of those dishes that sound boring, but can be just as delicious as a "fancier" pasta dish like lasagne or pesto.

Macaroni Salad
A simple but tasty dish. Macaroni salad is great for picnics and buffets, or as a side dish.

Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. They're quick and easy and the soft texture makes me feel like a kid. They're also a great base for all kinds of variations like vegan mashed potatoes and garlic mashed potatoes.

Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Looking for a tasty alternative to regular mashed potatoes? Try mashed sweet potatoes (aka yams).

Mayonnaise
There's just nothing like fresh, homemade mayonnaise.

Mexican Veggie Burgers
Black beans and cilantro give this veggie burger recipe a definite south-of-the-border flair.

Mincemeat
Make a big batch of vegetarian mincemeat so that you can make a few pies and have some left over to serve with ice cream, custard, pudding, or crêpes. You can also can or freeze it for later.

Minty Lemonade
This tangy lemonade is so refreshing, you'll want to drink it all summer.

Miso Soup
This is a very simple but richly-flavored soup.

Miso Soup with Pumpkin and Onion
Miso soup, or miso shiru, is a typical Japanese soup that comes in many varieties. This one is spiced up with pumpkin, onion, and optional curry powder.

Mixed Salad
There are probably millions of salad possibilities, even for what you might think of as a simple mixed salad. Here are some typical ingredients and a few popular variations.

Mock Beef Stroganoff
I just love this pasta dish: a creamy sauce with mushrooms and chunks of mock meat.

Mock Feta Cheese
Here is a delicious vegan substitute for feta cheese.

Mock Parmesan Cheese
This is a terrific vegan parmesan "cheese" made from nutritional yeast and toasted sesame seeds.

Mock Tuna Salad
A vegetarian "tuna" salad made with chickpeas, almonds, and seeds. Tuna fish was the very last meat that I gave up, and while this doesn't taste exactly like tuna salad, it's close enough that I don't miss the real thing any more.

Moroccan Chickpea Soup
Chickpeas and red pepper coulis make a fresh and flavorful soup.

Moroccan Tomato Salad
A spicy tomato salad from Morocco that goes well with just about anything from the Middle East and North Africa.

Mulled Wine
Warm, spicy mulled wine is a wonderful winter drink.

Mushroom Barley Stew
Mushrooms, barley, veggies, and chick peas make a hearty and healthy stew.

Mushroom Sauce
A vegan mushroom sauce that works well with bean dishes and pasta, and can be thickened to make mushroom gravy.

Mushroom Strudel
Working with filo dough is not as difficult as you might think, and this elegant mushroom dish is well worth the effort.

Noodle Kugel
Kugel is a traditional Jewish side dish that is usually slightly sweet but is served as a side dish, rather than a dessert.

Noodles and Cheese
I don't know where this recipe comes from or if there's a nicer name for it; all I know is that my mother used to make it when I was a kid and it only has 5 ingredients. The buttery, almost smoky onion flavor and the melty cottage cheese are absolutely delicious!

Oatmeal
Oatmeal is one of the great breakfasts - not only is it packed with nutrients, it's also easy to cook and can be customized to your heart's content.

Ocean Chowder
This is a rich and delicious vegetarian alternative to New England clam chowder.

Omelette
Omelettes (or omelets) are quick, easy, and very versatile. They're great at any time of the day, especially breakfast or brunch. Following these instructions to the letter will leave you with a very light, fluffy omelette that will melt in your mouth.

Onion Confit
Onion confit is basically carmelized onions with a couple of additional ingredients. Don't let its simplicity fool you - onion confit is a terrific addition to pizza, pasta, mashed potatoes, and curry.

Orange Salad
Both versions of this easy-to-prepare salad are wonderfully refreshing in the summertime.

Pad Thai
Got a craving for Thai food? Try making your own vegetarian Pad Thai.

Pancakes + Waffles
Pancakes and waffles are, for me, the ideal breakfast. They're quick and easy, and customizable to everyone's individual taste. Also see my pages on pancake/waffle mix and pancake/waffle ideas.

Panzanella
Panzanella is a bread and vegetable salad from Tuscany. It's a pretty flexible recipe, as long as you have the two most important ingredients: very ripe tomatoes and day-old, good country bread.

Pasta Florentine
Spinach, soy milk, nutritional yeast, and herbs combine to make a creamy and delicious vegan pasta sauce. Don't miss it!

Pasta Salad
A simple pasta salad with lots of flavor.

Pasta with Squash Sauce
Squash and pasta make a nice autumn meal.

Pâté
If you miss the taste of chopped liver, give this vegetarian pâté a try. You might even be able to fool your non-veggie friends.

Peach Salsa
A blend of sweet, sour, and spicy makes this peach salsa an unusual and delicious summertime condiment.

Peach Sorbet
You can make sweet and refreshing peach sorbet without an ice cream machine.

Peanut Sauce
This peanut sauce recipe is quick, simple, and unbelievably delicious.

Pesto
This classic Italian sauce is rich and intense.

Pesto Pizza
Pesto makes this simple pizza recipes stand out from the crowd.

Pesto Tofu
A simple, quick, and colorful dish made with tofu, pesto, and tomatoes.

Pico de Gallo/Salsa
This spicy tomato sauce is ubiquitous in Mexican restaurants. Serve it with anything that needs a bit of zing.

Plum Sorbet
Sweet, tart, and very "plummy," this plum sorbet is made without an ice cream machine.

Polenta
Polenta is a thick cornmeal mush served as a side dish to stew, or topped with vegetables, sauce, and/or cheese.

Popovers
Recipe for popovers, perhaps the simplest and quickest way to enjoy fresh bread hot from the oven.

Porcini and Fennel Salad
Porcini, fennel, and vanilla oil make a simple but stunning salad.

Portobello Mushroom Burgers
The great flavor of portobello mushrooms in a veggie burger.

Potato Leek Gratin
Potatoes and leeks are one of those combinations that are just meant to be, and this gratin recipe is the perfect way to enjoy them.

Potato Leek Turnip Soup
Root vegetables combined with the lovely flavor of leeks and Swiss chard make a healthy soup.

Potato Salad
This sort of "everything but the kitchen sink" potato salad is perfect for a picnic or buffet.

Potato Zucchini Soup
An easy, incredibly flavorful soup that tastes best just barely warm.

Provençal Tomatoes
These stuffed tomatoes from southern France are delicious served with soup, pasta, or rice dishes.

Pumpkin Pie
This "no-fault" pumpkin pie is the perfect end to Thanksgiving dinner.

Quesadillas
Quesadillas - toasted tortillas filled with melted cheese - are quick, easy, and a favorite of kids.

Quinoa
Quinoa, a seed that is used like a grain, is a complete protein, has more calcium than milk, and is both delicious and easy to prepare.

Quinoa Salad
Quinoa is quick and easy to prepare, and it adds a subtle but wonderful flavor to vegetables.

Raspberry-Lime Cooler
Frozen raspberries and fresh lime juice pair up for a cool, bubbly treat.

Raspberry Nut Muffins
Raspberries and nuts make a sweet breakfast treat.

Red Cabbage with Cranberries
A sweet-and-sour side dish that will brighten your table at Thanksgiving or any time of the year.

Red Chile Sauce
Red chile sauce is a spicy Mexican sauce most commonly served with enchiladas and chiles rellenos.

Red Lentil Soup
Red lentils turn into golden mush when cooked, but they taste divine, especially in simple recipes like this red lentil soup from Syria. Just a few ingredients bring out all the flavor you need for a hearty and delicious vegetarian / vegan soup.

Red Onion Confit
A simple recipe that yields a delicious appetizer.

Red Pepper Coulis
A coulis is a puréed sauce. Try this roasted red pepper coulis with soup, pasta, or tortilla chips.

Rhubarb Cobbler
When you add just the right amount of sugar, rhubarb cobbler is divine - especially for breakfast.

Rice Pudding
Sweet and rich, this easy rice pudding recipe can be made with white or brown rice, whether dry or leftover from dinner.

Rice Salad
This is a very simple but lovely dish. Kids will especially like making their own salad by picking their favorite items.

Ricotta Gnocchi
Gnocchi are little Italian dumplings served with sauce. Usually made with potatoes, the best gnocchi are like soft pillows. Personally, I find they are even more delectable when made with ricotta cheese.

Roasted Chestnuts
Roasted chestnuts are such a traditional winter treat that there's a song about them - sing along as you roast your own chestnuts.

Roasted Leek and Carrot Soup
Roasting is one of the easiest ways to get tons of flavor out of just a few ingredients.

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkins are a key ingredient in some wonderful recipes, notably pumpkin pie and pumpkin soup - not to mention jack-o'lanterns - but what can you do with the seeds? Roast 'em!

Roasted Red Pepper Dip
The first time I tasted this roasted red pepper dip, it was so good that I actually gasped.

Roasted Seitan
Seitan and onions roasted in balsamic vinegar make a quick recipe for a hearty and delicious winter dish.

Roasted Vegetables
Roasting vegetables brings out all kinds of flavor and depth. This recipe is just a guide - feel free to add/subtract/substitute any of the vegetables.

Roasted Vegetable Stew
Roasting brings out all the rich flavor and sweetness of veggies.

Roasted Veggie Sandwich
A roasted veggie sandwich may sound simple (i.e., boring), but since roasting vegetables brings out so much flavor, even non-vegetarians will be delighted.

Roasted Winter Squash
An easy-to-prepare, delicate sweet-and-sour squash dish.

Scrambled Tofu
Although scrambled tofu doesn't taste quite like scrambled eggs, it's easy to make and can take any of the additions and toppings you'd would put in an omelette.

Seitan Cheese Steak
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is famous for its cheese steak sandwiches. Now you too can get a taste of this wonderful, hearty sandwich.

Seitan Mock Beef Stew
A rich, thick stew made with seitan and lots of good veggies. It's especially tasty served with hot French bread on a cold night.

Seitan, Onion, Bell Pepper Wraps
Wraps are the fun version of sandwiches. Just heat up a tortilla, add some filling, and enjoy. This seitan, onion, bell pepper, and cheese filling makes a hearty vegetarian wrap.

Seitan Teriyaki
A mix of seasoned, roasted vegetables and seitan. Serve it with rice or noodles for a delicious vegan meal.

Sesame Noodle Salad
Buckwheat noodles with various vegetables and sesame oil make a delicious, protein-packed Asian noodle salad.

Sherry Sauce
The perfect accompaniment to mock crab cakes and stir fry.

Slushy
Summer is a perfect time for you to make your own slushies - you know, those icy drinks that make you feel like you're drinking flavored snow.

Sour Cherry Cobbler
If you are lucky enough to find fresh sour cherries, make this cherry cobbler immediately. It's sweet and tart and downright amazing.

Sour Cream, Vegan
Although it doesn't taste exactly like dairy sour cream, this vegan sour cream is just as delicious and has a lovely, thick texture.

Spanish Potatoes
If you like potato dishes, you'll love this Spanish potato recipe with saffron, almonds, and bread crumbs.

Spanish-Style Green Beans
A very quick and simple way to enjoy fresh green beans.

Spanish Tortilla with Peas
Peas and saffron really spice up a traditional Spanish tortilla (potato omelette).

Sparkling Juice
When you feel like having something a little more special than plain old juice, try this sparkling juice recipe.

Spinach & Artichoke Dip
This is a lovely dip, easily made vegan and served warm.

Split Pea Soup
Vegetarian split pea soup is easy and just as flavorful as the kind made with ham.

Squash-Leek Quiche
This quiche made with squash and leeks and topped with cheese is a simple yet elegant main course. Serve it with salad and rice or quinoa pilaf for a satisfying meal.

Squash Soup
Just a handful of ingredients and an hour of roasting make the most flavorful squash soup you can imagine.

Stacked Tortillas
This is a quick and interesting way to eat some good veggies.

Stir-Fry
If you're looking for an easy way to make up a healthy meal out of leftover vegetables, a vegetarian stir-fry is the way to go.

Strawberry Frappé
A simple recipe for a vegan strawberry milkshake that's just as delicious as the dairy version.

Strawberry Sorbet
When it's hot out, a cool strawberry sorbet really hits the spot.

Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmades)
When I think of Greek food, dolmades is one of the first thing that comes to mind, followed by the fact that these grape leaves are stuffed with meat. Fortunately, a vegetarian versionn of stuffed grape leaves is easy and tasty.

Stuffed Peppers
Serve these bell peppers stuffed with tomatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and couscous alongside green salad for a simple, filling meal.

Stuffed Shells
Pasta shells stuffed with cheese, topped with tomato sauce, and baked until bubbly.

Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Make the most of the sweet potatoes available in winter - these stuffed sweet potatoes are sweet and buttery.

Stuffing
Stuffing doesn't have to be cooked inside a turkey - this vegetarian bread stuffing with apples and walnuts is delicious baked as a casserole.

Sun-Dried Tomato Bread
If you love sun-dried tomatoes and sourdough bread, give this quick and easy sourdough-like sun-dried tomato bread a try.

Sun-Dried Tomato Pâté
Looking for an elegant and tasty appetizer? Look no further - this is a real treat for even the most discriminating palates. Also try "red, white, and green" pâté.

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
A variation on a classic Italian sauce: basil pesto mixed with the interesting flavor of sun-dried tomatoes.

Sun-Dried Tomato Salad
This tangy dish is easy to prepare and is especially delicious in the summertime.

Sweet Potato and Corn Soup
Sweet potato soup with corn, peppers, and carmelized onions is a real cold weather treat.

Sweet Potato Gratin
Sweet potatoes layered with black beans, rice, and spinach make a hearty, healthy main course.

Sweet Potato Pie
This lovely pie is sweet but not too sweet, so you can eat it as a side dish with or dessert after Thanksgiving dinner.

Sweet Potato-Tomato-Chipotle Soup
Warm up quick with this easy but flavorful vegan soup.

Swiss Chard with Sesame Seeds
This simple swiss chard salad recipe, native to both Japan and Korea, is both nutritious and delicious.

Tabouli
Tabouli, sometimes spelled tabbouleh or tabouleh, is a cold Lebanese salad made with bulgar wheat, lemon, garlic, tomatoes, mint, and parsley.

Tahini Sauce
Tahini sauce is extremely simple and works well in sandwiches or as a salad dressing.

Tapenade - Olive Dip
A typical Mediterranean dip, made mostly of olives and olive oil. Traditional recipes include anchovies, but there is absolutely no need for them here.

Tempeh Hash
This simple recipe yields a high-protein breakfast.

Tempeh Mock Chicken Salad 
This simple tempeh salad really does resemble chicken salad. It's great in sandwiches or atop a green salad.

Thai Tofu Curry
Delicately sweet and spicy, this is a delicious Massaman-inspired curry made with potatoes and pineapple.

Tofu Burgers
A thick chunk of marinaded and grilled tofu makes a satisfying veggie burger.

Tomato Cheese Tart
An extremely simple dish that is always a hit. Everyone who eats it raves about the crust.

Tomato Garlic Sauce
A rich, garlic-heavy sauce that goes especially well with pasta, eggplant, and goat cheese.

Tomato Lentil Soup
This hearty, herby soup is delicious fresh, and even better made ahead of time.

Tomato Soup
This ultra simple soup can be eaten hot or cold and is the perfect way to enjoy summer tomatoes. Don't let the cooking time scare you - this tomato soup practically cooks itself.

Tortellini Salad
A very simple yet surprisingly tasty salad, perfect as a first course or on a picnic.

Tortellini Soup
This garlicky soup is easy, quick, and delicious.

Tostadas
Tostadas are kind of like the Mexican equivalent of pizza, with beans, cheese, and guacamole piled on top of a tortilla crust.

Tunisian Chickpea Soup
Chickpeas are a staple of North Africa, and this chickpea soup recipe is a great way to enjoy them.

Tuscan Bean Dip
This elegant bean dip is known as fagioli in fiasco, or beans in a bottle. Traditionally made in Tuscany in a Chianti bottle cooked in embers in a brick oven, this modern version is creamy and delicious.

Tzatziki - Cucumber Dip/Sauce
A quick, simple, and very refreshing dip or sandwich topping.

Vegan "Cheese" Sauce
Here's an easy and completely vegan recipe to help you deal with your cheese cravings.

Vegan Chocolate Pudding
Try this easy recipe for vegan-safe chocolate pudding.

Vegan Chopped Liver
This quick and easy recipe is a taste vegan version of pâté, which is just a fancy way of saying chopped liver. Serve as a dip or spread on bread to make a sandwich.

Vegan Cream Cheese
This tofu cream cheese recipe is perfect on bagels, sandwiches, or anything else that needs a creamy, mildly sweet spread.

Vegetable Curry
Curry is one of those dishes that can be made with just about any combination of vegetables - use this vegetable curry recipe as a guide.

Vegan Lasagna
It's easy to make vegan lasagna. All you need are noodles, good tomato sauce, and a tasty tofu mixture in place of the traditional ricotta cheese.

Vegetable Salad
This salad is colorful, tasty, and a good way to use up some leftover vegetables.

Vegetable Soup
Vegetable soup is one of those things that don't really need a recipe - you can customize the ingredients to your heart's content. This recipe is really just a set of guidelines to give you some ideas about what to include.

Vegetarian Antipasto
Antipasto, which means "before food" in Italian, is a salad-like appetizer consisting of various fresh and pickled vegetables, cheeses, and rolled or sliced meats. For vegetarian antipasto, you can either substitute mock meat products or leave them out altogether.

Vegetarian BLT
Warm "bacon" contrasts nicely with crisp lettuce and ripe tomato, and makes a delicious, nutritious vegetarian / vegan sandwich.

Vegetarian Pizza
Recipe for a typical vegetarian pizza recipe with mushrooms, bell peppers, and olives.

Veggie Burgers
These vegetarian/vegan burgers, made with lentils, are healthy, low-fat, and delicious.

Veggie Sandwich
Whether you're on the run or just don't feel like cooking something, a vegetarian sandwich is just the thing: quick, easy, and as healthy as you care to make it.

Vichyssoise
A simple combination of potatoes, onions, and milk that make a deliciously creamy, chilled soup.

Vinaigrette
This classic dressing is great on just about any kind of salad.

White Bean and Tomato Soup
This white bean and tomato soup flavored with sage and thyme is an elegant alternative to minestrone soup.

White Bean Salad
This is a simple and delicious recipe, perfect for a summer picnic.

Wild Rice and Cranberry Soup
An elegant soup made of wild rice and cranberries laced with sherry.

Winter Squash Risotto
Risotto isn't difficult to make, but it does require a lot of standing at the stove, stirring away. The end result, however, is delicious and a wonderful comfort food.

Winter White Bean Salad
I served this warm white bean salad at a dinner party and more than half the guests wanted the recipe. It is absolutely delicious and very easy to make.

Yogurt Feta Dressing
A very simple and creamy dressing for elaborate salads or vegetables.

Zucchini Chocolate Cake
I have no idea why zucchini and chocolate go well together, but they do, especially in this easy cake.

Zucchini Parmigiana
One of the most delicious ways to use zucchini that I've ever found, and it's quick and easy too! This dish is perfect for parties and pot lucks, because you can make it the day before and it tastes great whether hot or at room temperature.

Zucchini Pecan Pancakes
Far more than the sum of their parts, these baked zucchini pecan pancakes are easy to make and taste great at any temperature, making them ideal for picnics and potlucks.

Zucchini Walnut Fritters
Delicious, with a lovely contrasting texture, these zucchini walnut fritters are great for brunch or a snack.

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