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  6. 25 Vegetarian Monday Dinners in 30 Minutes or Less

25 Vegetarian Monday Dinners in 30 Minutes or Less

June 15, 2020
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For dinner tonight, try one of these vegetarian recipes. These healthy Monday dinner recipes take 30 minutes or less to make. You’ll get plenty of vegetables per serving thanks to produce like portobello mushrooms, zucchini and black beans. Recipes like Cherry Tomato & Garlic Pasta and Edamame Lettuce Wrap Burgers with Peanut Sauce are tasty, nutritious and a delicious way to start the week.

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Zucchini Noodle Primavera

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This primavera recipe cuts carbs by swapping out the pasta for zucchini "noodles." This quick vegetarian dinner is chock-full of colorful vegetables smothered in a light, creamy sauce. We like using prepackaged spiralized zucchini noodles to keep this recipe ultra-fast, but if you have a spiralizer and zucchini on hand, you can easily make your own.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, January 2020

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Edamame Lettuce Wrap Burgers with Peanut Sauce

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Edamame make these homemade veggie burgers mean, green protein machines. Peanut sauce, curry paste and quick-pickled carrots give them Thai-inspired flair.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2020

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Mexican Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

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We've taken some key burrito ingredients--black beans, corn and spicy pepper Jack cheese--and piled them into roasted portobello mushroom caps for a delicious and satisfying vegetarian dinner. Serve these with pico de gallo or any of your favorite burrito toppings!Ā Source: EatingWell.com, January 2020

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Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta

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If you've ever wanted to make a meal out of warm spinach and artichoke dip, this creamy pasta is for you. And here's what's almost as good as the flavor of this comforting dish: the fact that this healthy dinner takes just 20 minutes to prepare.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, September 2019

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Tofu Tacos

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These quick vegan tacos, filled with a spicy tofu filling, make a perfect weeknight dinner. To keep them vegan, top them with shredded cabbage, fresh pico de gallo and guacamole. For vegetarians, add crumbled queso fresco.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, January 2020

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Cherry Tomato & Garlic Pasta

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This easy and healthy pasta recipe takes just 20 minutes to prep so it's a perfect weeknight dinner. Cooking garlic cloves whole and then mashing them into the sauce not only saves time, it creates a mellow garlic flavor that melds seamlessly into the silky burst cherry tomatoes.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2019

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Buttermilk Fried Tofu with Smoky Collard Greens

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Dipping tofu in buttermilk makes the coating stick for a crispy pan-fried tofu, reminiscent of fried chicken. Spicing up the collards with paprika coats them with smoky flavor while keeping this dish vegetarian. And this quick, easy and healthy dinner comes together in just 25 minutes, so it's great for busy weeknights.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, October 2019

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Grilled Eggplant & Tomato Pasta

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The combination of slightly smoky grilled eggplant and sweet tomatoes is delightful. The eggplant-tomato mixture served over whole-wheat pasta with fresh basil and a bit of salty cheese makes an easy, healthy weeknight dinner.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2019

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Mushroom Shawarma with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce

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The bold spices and cooling and creamy tahini-yogurt sauce make these vegetarian pitas a home run for lunch or dinner. The meaty, umami-rich mushrooms do enough heavy lifting so that you don't miss the meat at all.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, May 2020

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Green Shakshuka with Spinach, Chard & Feta

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The inspiration for this green shakshuka recipe comes from HaBasta, a popular restaurant on the edge of Carmel Market in Tel Aviv, where the shakshuka is packed with green chard and spinach and a little hot pepper provides just a touch of spice. Serve with pita or crusty bread to sop up the sauce for a quick dinner or for brunch.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2019

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Cacio e Pepe Pasta with Peas

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The sauce for this pasta dish is just cheese and pepper (aka cacio e pepe in Italian). Try this with kids as a simple yet sophisticated alternative to standard mac and cheese. Lots of black pepper adds a touch of heat, priming picky palates for spicier food.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020

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Ricotta-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Arugula Salad

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This easy vegetarian meal gets a double hit of umami from mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. Grill some crusty bread, then rub it with garlic and drizzle it with olive oil to serve alongside these stuffed portobello mushrooms.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020

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Vegetarian Lo Mein with Shiitakes, Carrots & Bean Sprouts

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A hit of Sriracha gives a sweet and spicy edge to this healthy vegetarian recipe. Traditional lo mein is made with fresh lo mein noodles, which can be found in Asian markets. You can also use fresh or dried linguine noodles--fresh linguine is in the refrigerated section of some grocery stores. This easy dinner comes together in just 30 minutes, so it's perfect for weeknights.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019

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Black Bean-Cauliflower "Rice" Bowl

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This aromatic cauliflower rice bowl comes together in minutes and is a simple meal for one. Using frozen riced cauliflower instead of rice keeps the carbs in check--and makes for quicker prep.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2020

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Vegan Black Bean Burgers

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These easy vegan black bean burgers have a healthy dose of fiber thanks to the combination of black beans and quinoa. Cumin and chipotle chile powder give these vegan burgers a Southwestern spin. Using your hands to combine the mixture creates a soft, uniform texture.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, February 2020

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Spinach & Artichoke-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

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Stuffed mushrooms and spinach-artichoke dip come together in this quick vegetarian recipe. Serve these cheesy stuffed mushrooms with a big salad for a satisfying and healthy dinner.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, January 2020

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Vegetarian Gumbo

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This flavorful vegan dinner is a veggie version of the Louisiana classic. It's chock-full of butternut squash, tomatoes, poblano peppers and okra, to name just a few. This vegetarian gumbo is a quick dinner packed with flavor and spice that's done in only 30 minutes. To make it a meal, serve it with cornbread drizzled with olive oil.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, December 2019

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Mexican Skillet Quinoa

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Spice-laced quinoa, beans and sweet potato give this one-pan vegetarian meal its substantial and hearty feel. While the dish is simmering, put together a crisp side salad or simply chop up some avocado for an easy and complete 30-minute meal.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, October 2019

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Eggplant Curry

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We cook the eggplant in the oven to speed up the recipe and keep things from getting too unruly on the stovetop. While the eggplant roasts, line up all of your ingredients and begin cooking to make this easy eggplant curry come together seamlessly. Any leftovers will hold up well and are great for taking to work for lunch.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, October 2019

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Mediterranean Ravioli with Artichokes & Olives

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Store-bought spinach ravioli and a handful of basic pantry items are all you need to get a healthy dinner on the table in 15 minutes. Ingredients like oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives and toasty pine nuts help to build big flavor fast. If you can't find frozen artichokes, swap in a 15-ounce can (just be sure to drain and rinse them well).Ā Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019

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Polenta Bowls with Roasted Vegetables & Fried Eggs

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You really can't beat creamy polenta with a fried egg on top--unless you add some roasted veggies, as we've done in this hearty and healthy meal in a bowl. Serve these bowls for a satisfying brunch, lunch or dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes. Feel free to swap (or add) in other veggies, such as broccoli, to customize your bowls according to what's in season or what you have on hand.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, April 2019

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Israeli Salad with Challah Croutons & Feta

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Cucumbers, tomato, parsley and feta are the basics of an Israeli salad, which is as common at breakfast as at any other meal. Here, fluffy challah croutons make the dish a sort of mash-up of the Lebanese bread salad fattoush, made with pita, and a Tuscan panzanella. It's just the kind of cross-pollination modern Israeli food is known for. And for you, it's a healthy meal that's ready in 25 minutes!Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2019

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Seitan BBQ Sandwiches

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Enjoy classic BBQ flavor with filling vegan seitan, or wheat meat. The sliced seitan needs time in a hot pan to turn brown and crispy; let it sear before coating it with the tangy ketchup mixture for the best texture. A side of sweet potato chips makes the perfect pairing for a fast weeknight meal.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, December 2018

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White Bean-Sage Cauliflower Gnocchi

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Turn lower-carb cauliflower gnocchi into a complete and satisfying meal with this riff on classic brown butter and sage gnocchi. We added beans to amp up the fiber and protein for a fast and healthy dinner.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019

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Barbecue Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches

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In this vegan copycat recipe of barbecue pulled pork, we swap out meat for jackfruit, a tropical fruit that, when not fully ripe, has a texture similar to shredded pork. The mild-flavored fruit soaks up the delicious homemade barbecue sauce for a finger-licking-good sandwich filling. Top the sandwiches with a fresh slaw for a satisfying meal.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, November 2018

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1 of 25 Zucchini Noodle Primavera
2 of 25 Edamame Lettuce Wrap Burgers with Peanut Sauce
3 of 25 Mexican Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
4 of 25 Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta
5 of 25 Tofu Tacos
6 of 25 Cherry Tomato & Garlic Pasta
7 of 25 Buttermilk Fried Tofu with Smoky Collard Greens
8 of 25 Grilled Eggplant & Tomato Pasta
9 of 25 Mushroom Shawarma with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce
10 of 25 Green Shakshuka with Spinach, Chard & Feta
11 of 25 Cacio e Pepe Pasta with Peas
12 of 25 Ricotta-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Arugula Salad
13 of 25 Vegetarian Lo Mein with Shiitakes, Carrots & Bean Sprouts
14 of 25 Black Bean-Cauliflower "Rice" Bowl
15 of 25 Vegan Black Bean Burgers
16 of 25 Spinach & Artichoke-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
17 of 25 Vegetarian Gumbo
18 of 25 Mexican Skillet Quinoa
19 of 25 Eggplant Curry
20 of 25 Mediterranean Ravioli with Artichokes & Olives
21 of 25 Polenta Bowls with Roasted Vegetables & Fried Eggs
22 of 25 Israeli Salad with Challah Croutons & Feta
23 of 25 Seitan BBQ Sandwiches
24 of 25 White Bean-Sage Cauliflower Gnocchi
25 of 25 Barbecue Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches

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