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  5. 15 Vegetarian Dinners That Won't Break the Bank

15 Vegetarian Dinners That Won't Break the Bank

Alex Loh
Alex Loh Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Updated April 24, 2020
Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
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Dinner doesn't need to cost a lot with these budget-friendly vegetarian recipes.  Relying on common kitchen staples like pasta and eggs, these dinners are delicious and affordable. From Spinach Tomato Macaroni & Cheese to Wild Asparagus with Scrambled Eggs, these recipes provide lots of vegetables and will leave you and your wallet full.

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Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas & Spinach

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Simmer eggs in a rich tomatoey cream sauce studded with chickpeas and silky spinach for a super-fast vegetarian dinner. Serve with a piece of crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Be sure to use heavy cream; a lower-fat option might curdle when mixed with acidic tomatoes. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018

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Two-Ingredient-Dough Margherita Pizza

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You won't believe how quick and easy it is to make this healthy pizza. Thanks to a two-ingredient dough that combines self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, there is no need for a rise time. Just roll, top and bake, and you'll have a delicious dinner on the table in under half an hour. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2018

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Spinach-Tomato Macaroni & Cheese

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An old-school classic gets a boost of nutrition and flavor from garlicky spinach and tomatoes in this healthy mac and cheese recipe. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019

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Black Bean Tacos

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Mixing mashed canned beans with whole beans and seasonings makes an incredibly simple taco filling from your pantry. Top these speedy 5-ingredient tacos with lettuce, tomato and salsa or any of your favorite taco toppings. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2018

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Tofu & Vegetable Scramble

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Feel free to customize this speedy tofu and vegetable scramble with your favorite combination of vegetables and spice. Try to use veggies that will all cook at the same rate, like peppers, green beans and sugar snap peas. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2017

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Pesto Ravioli with Spinach & Tomatoes

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Looking for a new way to turn a bag of frozen cheese ravioli into a satisfying and healthy dinner? This easy pasta recipe calls for just five ingredients but is loaded with fresh flavors. By using grape tomatoes, prewashed spinach and prepared pesto, we eliminate all prep work, making this 15-minute Caprese-inspired ravioli the ideal weeknight meal. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019

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Wild Asparagus with Scrambled Eggs

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Spring brings a lush carpet of blooms to the hills of Cyprus and sends food-loving foragers out hunting for wild asparagus. Cooked with eggs and potatoes, it's a simple scramble that's often served as one of several small plates at dinner. You can find wild asparagus in the U.S. as well; otherwise, shop for stalks that are as young and tender as possible. (Adapted from Munevver Gurel.) Source: EatingWell Magazine, March 2020

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Clean-Out-the-Fridge Vegetable Stew

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Full of flavor and plenty of veggies, this easy vegetable soup is a great way to clear out some space in your produce drawer. This recipe is flexible enough that you can make ingredient changes based on what you have on hand. You could also very easily make this a vegan stew by swapping out the butter for oil. Be sure to defrost the frozen items and drain off any liquid that accumulates during defrosting time you don't water down the stew. Because this recipe makes a large amount of stew, consider freezing half for later. Source: EatingWell.com, September 2019

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Baked Penne Florentine

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This comforting and flavorful vegetarian dish is packed with protein. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Meatless Sweet Potato Hash

<p>Each serving of this meatless sweet potato is packed with flavor, fiber and protein, and has just 216 calories. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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Each serving of this meatless sweet potato is packed with flavor, fiber and protein, and has just 216 calories. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Eggplant Tortilla Casserole

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This layered casserole is inspired by classic cheese enchiladas, minus the fuss of rolling and stuffing individual tortillas. You'd never guess that within this comforting Tex-Mex casserole hides a layer of thinly sliced eggplant. The thin slices become tender when roasted and add a subtle savory note. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2019

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Cheddar and Zucchini Frittata

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This frittata is made with cheddar cheese and zucchini and is quick and easy to prepare. With just 115 calories per serving, this is a guilt free meal. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Spinach Gnocchi

<p>Here we add a little cooked spinach to traditional potato gnocchi for a zip of color. They're delicious tossed with a pesto or your favorite marinara sauce. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2009</p>
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Here we add a little cooked spinach to traditional potato gnocchi for a zip of color. They're delicious tossed with a pesto or your favorite marinara sauce. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2009

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Spaghetti Genovese

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Traditionally, this Italian pasta recipe combines pasta and pesto with potatoes and green beans. In our recipe for Spaghetti Genovese we give pesto a nutritional boost by adding spinach and toss it all together with fiber-rich whole-wheat pasta for a warm, comforting weeknight meal. Serve with escarole and radicchio salad. Source: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2012

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Broccoli & Cheese Omelet

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This bright-green omelet is a perfect way to get kids to eat their veggies. Finely chopping the broccoli and spinach not only helps them cook faster, but also makes them easier--and safer--for toddlers to eat. Have all your ingredients ready next to the stove because this omelet cooks up fast. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2020

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    1 of 15 Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas & Spinach
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    3 of 15 Spinach-Tomato Macaroni & Cheese
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    5 of 15 Tofu & Vegetable Scramble
    6 of 15 Pesto Ravioli with Spinach & Tomatoes
    7 of 15 Wild Asparagus with Scrambled Eggs
    8 of 15 Clean-Out-the-Fridge Vegetable Stew
    9 of 15 Baked Penne Florentine
    10 of 15 Meatless Sweet Potato Hash
    11 of 15 Eggplant Tortilla Casserole
    12 of 15 Cheddar and Zucchini Frittata
    13 of 15 Spinach Gnocchi
    14 of 15 Spaghetti Genovese
    15 of 15 Broccoli & Cheese Omelet

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