Easy Healthy Vegetarian Recipes

These vegetarian recipes are made with everyday ingredients and are designed to make healthy home cooking simple, affordable and delicious.

You'll find plenty of satisfying meat-free meal ideas, including lentil and bean recipes, vegetable-packed stews, veggie burgers, pasta dishes, rice recipes and quiches. Most are ideal for busy midweek dinners for the whole family, and many can be prepared ahead or frozen for another day.

With plenty of vegetables, fibre-rich ingredients and plant-based protein such as lentils, nuts and beans, these recipes make it easy to enjoy more variety in your everyday meals. You'll also find vegan options and plenty of recipes and are naturally gluten-free or have gluten-free alternatives.

Whether you're vegetarian, cooking for a veggie friend, or simply looking to eat less meat, browse the recipes below for your next easy vegetarian meal.

You might also like to explore my healthy vegetable side dishes  to find something delicious to serve alongside your meal.

Healthy vegetarian dinners with lentils

Lentils are a great ingredient for healthy, satisfying vegetarian meals. They're rich in fibre and provide plant-based protein, making them ideal for hearty dinners. From warming stews and lentil shepherd's pie to tasty veggie burgers and meat-free bolognese, these easy lentil recipes are full of flavour and perfect for everyday cooking.

Healthy vegetarian dinners with beans

Beans are an budget-friendly, versatile ingredient for making delicious meat-free meals. They're a good source of fibre and plant-based protein, and work in everything from hearty stews, bean burgers and and easy one-pot dinners. Try these healthy vegetarian bean recipes for easy, filling meals for the whole family.

Vegetarian pasta, rice and grain recipes

Pasta, rice and other grains make a great base for simple, satisfying vegetarian meals. Whether you're looking for a comforting lasagne, a flavourful rice recipe or a pearl barley veggie stew, these easy recipes are a delicious way to add more vegetables and enjoy meat-free meals.

healthy vegetarian meals with eggs

Eggs are a versatile source of protein and make a useful base for quick, healthy vegetarian meals. From vegetable-packed omelettes to savoury quiches, these recipes are ideal for lunch or dinner and a great way to use everyday ingredients.

Vegan dinner recipes

Easy vegan dinner recipes made without meat, fish, eggs or dairy. They are made with wholesome ingredients such as vegetables, lentils and beans to create balanced, delicious meals for everyday cooking. Whether you're vegan or simply looking to eat more plant-based meals, why not give them a go?