If you're as lazy (or just as short on time) as I am, you'll love this collection of my favourite quick vegetarian dinners. They all take a maximum of 20 minutes to prepare - and some are even quicker! All of these recipes are super simple to put together, they're big on flavour, and of course, they're totally vegetarian. ❤️ Why You'll Love These Recipes ⏰ 30 ...
Simple Vegetarian Recipes
60 Vegetarian Winter Warmers
A bumper collection of 60 vegetarian winter warmers to help get you through to spring! Vegetarian comfort food at its finest. Brrrr! The weather is getting cold lately. And wet. And really just wintery all round. So I'm sure lots of you will be in need of this huge collection of vegetarian winter warmers! These hearty vegetarian casseroles, stews and pasta bakes are just my ...
Roasted Frozen Green Beans (with Feta and Lemon)
I’ll admit, I'm not usually overly excited by green beans. Most of the time, they’re a ‘take it or leave it’ kind of vegetable for me. But it's a whole different story when they're roasted. Roasted green beans, with tangy lemon juice and salty roasted feta cheese… I couldn’t stop eating them. Truly, I’d happily eat these as a snack or side dish every day of the week. Roasting ...
Caprese Risotto (Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil)
Imagine a bowlful of creamy risotto, with little pockets of melty mozzarella cheese, sweet and juicy roasted tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts, all drizzled with ultra garlicky fresh pesto... Well, that's what you get with this caprese risotto. It. Is. Irresistible. If you've ever had a caprese salad, you'll know it is the mother of all salads. Simply made with tomatoes, ...
Blackened Tofu Steaks
If you've ever thought that tofu lacks flavour, you need to try these blackened tofu steaks. They're marinated and coated in an aromatic blend of spices, then cooked until they become rich and smoky. The toasted spices bring so much flavour to the tofu, and turn a simple tofu steak into a perfect focal point for all sorts of meals. This is such a simple way to cook tofu, but ...
Vegan Taco Soup (with Crispy Tortilla Strips)
Taco soup has got to be one of the most irresistible ways to eat your vegetables. It's a simple bean and vegetable soup, inspired by one of my favourite Tex-Mex dishes - tacos! Although it uses simple ingredients, taco soup is packed with flavour, and some crispy tortilla strips on top really add that crunchy taco vibe. It's light yet filling, simple yet interesting, healthy ...
White Bean Hummus with Feta Cheese (No Tahini)
If you'd like to get a tasty homemade dip on the table in just 5 minutes (!!), this white bean hummus is the recipe for you! Flavoured with salty feta cheese and a good squeeze of lemon, it's rich and creamy, but literally couldn't be quicker or easier to make. This one really does tick all the boxes! I love hummus - it's tasty, it's full of protein, and it's super versatile. ...
11 Cheap Vegetarian Meals (less than £1 / $1 per serving!)
The cost of food has been rising scarily fast lately - along with the cost of, well, pretty much everything else (feels like it would be cheaper to fill my car with champagne at this point). So these cheap vegetarian meals are needed now more than ever! These budget-friendly recipes are light on cost, but still heavy on flavour and enjoyment. They'll leave you feeling full ...
Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells
I think I might have just made the ultimate pasta dish... spinach and ricotta stuffed shells! These huge pasta shells are stuffed with garlicky sautéed spinach and creamy ricotta cheese, doused in a rich tomato sauce, and topped with a melty cheese topping. I really can't think of any better combination - all my favourite things smooshed together. It's hard to go wrong with a ...
Easy Lentil Pizza (with Regular Crust)
Have you ever tried putting lentils on a pizza? They're not a pizza topping you see too often, but they work so beautifully! Not only do these tasty red lentils make your pizza extra hearty and comforting, they also add heaps of nutrition - nearly 13 grams of additional protein per pizza! Such an easy way to amp up a simple vegetarian pizza into something a bit different. The ...
Easy Tarka Dal (Vegan Red Lentil Curry)
Tarka dal is a simple lentil curry that's a hit every time. With just a few aromatic spices, you can transform a few humble lentils into a creamy, intensely flavourful dish, which can be served on its own, or as a side dish. It's my go-to dish to order at an Indian restaurant, because the flavours are just unreal, but it can be made at home in just 30 minutes. It's perfect ...
Mafalde Pasta with Spinach and Goat Cheese
Mafalde might just be my favourite shape of pasta ever, and it's shown off beautifully in this luxuriously glossy spinach and goat cheese sauce. On the table in just 15 minutes (!), this quick and easy pasta dish is made extra special with fresh garlic, toasted pine nuts and soft, creamy goat cheese. I love a quick dinner - after a long day, who wants to spend more time than ...
Creamy Cowboy Caviar (with Avocado Dressing)
This creamy cowboy caviar is an irresistible version of a simple bean salad, with fresh flavours and a creamy avocado dressing. Cowboy caviar is the recipe of the summer! It's going viral on TikTok at the moment, and for good reason - it's fresh, it's full of vibrant flavours and colours, it couldn't be easier to make, and it's packed with goodness. What's not to love?! ...
10 Minute Air Fryer Quesadillas
Whipped up in just 10 minutes, these air fryer quesadillas are quick and easy to make, with whatever fillings you have on hand! Quesadillas have been one of my go-to easy lunches for ages now, but I've just discovered a way to make them even quicker and even easier to make - use the air fryer! These air fryer quesadillas can be whipped up in just 10 minutes - perfect ...
Creamy Mediterranean Tortellini Bake
Tortellini bake is like a regular pasta bake, but better! This cheesy Mediterranean tortellini bake is packed with roasted veggies and a luxurious creamy tomato sauce. I knew this tortellini bake would be good, but I don't think I realised just how good until I took my first bite. Not only does it contain my favourite creamy stuffed pasta, but also roasted vegetables, ...
Creamy Three Bean Stew
This creamy three bean stew is the ideal healthy comfort food - with fresh veg and three types of beans, in a luxurious creamy tomato sauce! This creamy three bean stew is basically my perfect dinner. It feels like a luxurious, comforting meal, but is packed with fresh vegetables and protein-rich beans (three kinds, in case you couldn't have guessed) - all coated in a ...
Quick Red Thai Curry Noodle Soup
Get dinner on the table in just 15 minutes with this quick and easy red Thai curry noodle soup! You'll need just 4 ingredients for this seriously flavourful dinner. You know what makes me feel like a superhero? Getting dinner on the table in 15 minutes… especially when it contains plenty of fresh veg! And that's just the case with this quick and easy red Thai curry noodle ...
Perfect Welsh Rarebit
A traditional British recipe, this perfect Welsh rarebit is the ultimate quick and easy lunch - made with a gooey cheese sauce, and grilled to perfection on crispy bread. If there was ever a recipe that wholly embodies the name of this website, 'easy cheesy vegetarian', it's Welsh rarebit - and since I'm half Welsh, I thought it was fitting that I share this recipe. It's such ...
Easy Homemade Parmentier Potatoes
A super simple recipe for easy homemade Parmentier potatoes - small and ultra crispy potato cubes flavoured with rosemary and garlic. The perfect side dish for a special occasion! The humble potato has got to be one of the most incredible foods on the planet. It doesn't look like much, but man, it can make a good meal. Parmentier potatoes are one of my all-time favourite ...
Roasted Vegetable Enchilada Casserole
This enchilada casserole tastes like my favourite vegetarian enchiladas, but only takes 15 minutes of effort - no rolling or layering! The perfect veggie-packed comfort food. Some of my favourite dinners are those that can be a bit of a faff to make - lasagne, shepherd's pie, enchiladas... They're always worth it in the end, but sometimes I just don't want to stand there ...
10 Minute Lemon and Black Pepper Chickpeas
These lemon and black pepper chickpeas are the perfect lunch - they're incredibly tasty, full of goodness, and take just minutes to make! This is just the kind of lunch I love to make. You can whip up these lemon and black pepper chickpeas in less than 10 minutes, and use them in all sorts of ways. Packed with tangy, peppery flavours, they make an ideal lunch! ...
Baked Feta Mac and Cheese
A super simple baked feta mac and cheese recipe, made by baking a block of feta in one dish with uncooked pasta - so easy and hassle-free! I don't spend much time on TikTok (I think I'm a good decade older than most people who use that app), but there are some TikTok trends that you just can't escape from - and baked feta pasta is one of them! This baked feta mac and ...
Air Fryer Vegetarian Fajitas
These vegetarian fajitas are packed with smoky, spicy vegetables and crispy halloumi - and best of all, they're cooked in an air fryer, so they're super low effort! If you own an air fryer, you'll know how much they can transform the way you cook. They make all sorts of meals quicker and more hands-off, while not compromising on flavour (and in fact, making things ...
Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie
Shepherd's pie is proper British comfort food, and this vegetarian version is absolutely packed with flavour and wholesome ingredients. This is an advertisement. Find out more here. Shepherd's pie has got to be one of the best comfort foods in existence. Not only is it creamy and warming, it's also packed with wholesome ingredients. This vegetarian version is made with ...
Sweet and Spicy Halloumi
This sweet and spicy halloumi can be ready in just 15 minutes, and it's got incredible flavour - it's sweet and sticky, spicy, and salty, all at once. If you're a halloumi lover, this one's for you! I think this might just be one of the best halloumi recipes I've ever made. Big chunks of squidgy halloumi in a sticky, sweet and spicy sauce... it's heaven. And it's super, ...
Honey Roasted Parsnip Soup
This honey roasted parsnip soup is thick and creamy, with a touch of sweetness, and plenty of earthy parsnip flavour. Such a good appetiser or light lunch! Is there any better way to prepare parsnips than roasted in honey? If there is, I haven't found it. The honey caramelises around the crispy parsnips, which stay soft and fluffy in the middle. They're little bites of ...
How to Roast Black Beans
Black beans are my favourite bean, and they can be even better when they're roasted! Here's how to roast black beans, using a simple Cajun-style spice mix. Roasting is probably not the first cooking method that comes to mind when you think about beans. But, just like you can roast chickpeas, you can totally roast black beans too! They become warm and crispy, and any herbs ...
What are the Different Types of Lentils? (and what are they good for?)
This post looks at the main colours / types of lentils, how they differ, and what sorts of recipes they can be used for! It's no secret that I love lentils - I post lentil recipes all the time, and I'll sing their praises every day of the week. They're the versatile little disc that can be used in pretty much any cuisine you can think of. But there are several different ...
How to Cook Lentils (3 easy steps!)
Lentils are a fantastic ingredient - they're cheap, tasty, and super versatile. Here's how to cook lentils, in 3 easy steps! Ahhh, lentils. One of my favourite ingredients in the world - perfect little discs that can be used in a million different ways (and that's no exaggeration!). They're one of those things that I always keep in the kitchen cupboards, ready for an easy, ...
Festive Snowball Cocktail (just 3 ingredients!)
A snowball is a retro cocktail with just 3 ingredients, and it's becoming a household name once again. Creamy and refreshing, it's the perfect festive drink! What do you like to do to get yourself in the Christmas spirit? Put a Christmas movie on? Maybe listen to some Christmas music? Turn on the Christmas lights? Well, I have another solution that will guarantee you ...
Vegetarian Lentil Sausage Rolls
These vegetarian lentil sausage rolls are packed with rich, earthy flavours, and they're perfect for a kids' party or a lunchbox! I felt a bit like a kid eating these vegetarian lentil sausage rolls. There aren’t that many occasions to eat sausage rolls as adults - but I say we should all just bake up a big batch of these now and dig in. Why not. They're absolutely delish. ...
Pizza Baked Tofu
This pizza baked tofu is quick and easy to prepare, and is a super high protein way to enjoy those classic pizza flavours! Customise with your favourite toppings. Is there anything that’s not improved by smothering it in tomato sauce and cheese? I’m generally not a huge fan of plain bread, for example, but slap a bit of sauce and cheese on it and call it a pizza, and I’m ...
Egg in a Hole Breakfast Sandwiches
These egg in a hole breakfast sandwiches are an easy and super satisfying weekend breakfast idea that can be customised however you like! These egg in a hole breakfast sandwiches are the ideal way to start the day. They're crispy and cheesy, with fresh tomato and avocado - and when you bite into the egg, it coats everything with oozing runny yolk. If this is what you ...
Hot Dog Baked Potatoes
A tasty, hearty way to enjoy vegetarian hot dogs - hot dog baked potatoes! Loaded with all my favourite hot dog toppings. Sausages and potatoes are a match made in heaven, but I've never had them quite like this before. These hot dog baked potatoes combine two awesome things, to give an end result that's even greater than the sum of its parts. It's hearty and warming, and ...
How to Make Perfect Roast Potatoes
This recipe makes utterly perfect roast potatoes! These roast potatoes, with fluffy middles and super crispy edges, are definitely the star of every plate. In my opinion, these roast potatoes are perfect. They're soft and fluffy in the middle, and super crispy on the outside - the perfect contrast. Whatever you serve them with, these roasties will be the best thing on your ...
Creamy Sweet Potato Gratin
This creamy sweet potato gratin is ultra luxurious, with buttered leeks and a hint of smoked paprika. Perfect for a special occasion! Have you ever cooked something that barely even makes it to the dinner table, because you just can't stop nibbling it straight from the dish? That was me with this creamy sweet potato gratin. It. Is. Incredible. ...
Cheesy Eggplant Bake
This cheesy eggplant bake is a really easy and non-fiddly version of a classic eggplant parmesan, with roasted aubergines, rich tomato sauce, and gooey cheese. I could truly eat this cheesy eggplant bake every single day. It's layered up with slices of melt-in-your-mouth roasted eggplant, rich tomato sauce, and two kinds of gooey cheese. Serve it up with a slice of garlic ...
How to Make Suet Dumplings
Suet dumplings are a British classic - especially served with a rich, gravy-based stew! Here's how to make perfect suet dumplings. Stew and dumplings is a British classic. We ate it regularly when I was growing up, and it's still one of my favourite dinners. There's nothing more comforting than a bowlful of rich veggie stew. And the best bit: fluffy suet ...
Simple Stuffed Mushrooms in Garlic Cream Sauce
A super simple recipe for spectacular stuffed mushrooms, with a crispy, cheesy topping, and an ultra garlicky cream sauce. I fear I may not have enough words to describe how incredible these simple stuffed mushrooms are. Have you ever audibly swooned when you first taste something? That's what I did with these. Topped with crispy, cheesy, herby breadcrumbs, and served in a ...
Slow Cooker French Onion Soup
Let your appliance do all the hard work to make this spectacular slow cooker French onion soup! It's rich and flavourful, and topped with a giant cheesy crouton. If you like it when your dinner cooks itself, you'll love this slow cooker French onion soup. It's rich and earthy, sweet and tangy, and all-round wonderful. Add a super cheesy crouton, and you may as well just ...