37 Meatless Meals That Will Win Over Even the Carnivores

Let's face it: Finding meals that satisfy both vegetarians and meat lovers can be challenging. However, it doesn't have to be that way because we curated a collection of 37 meatless recipes that are sure to convert even the most devout carnivores into veggie enthusiasts. These dishes are packed with flavor, nutrition, and enough hearty goodness to make anyone forget about meat.

Creamy Tahini Pasta

Our Creamy Tahini Pasta Recipe is the perfect addition to your easy pasta dishes to make during busy weeknights. This lovely pasta meal can be made in less than 30 minutes and it's absolutely delicious. Whether you love tahini, still aren't sure about it, or have never tried cooking with this sesame paste, you will equally enjoy this simple recipe! Get the recipe.

Pineapple Fried Rice

This Pineapple Fried Rice is a delicious and simple dish that's ready in just 25 minutes. With its perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, this one-pot recipe is a family favorite that never fails to satisfy. The best part? It's incredibly easy to make, making it a go-to recipe for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Get the recipe.

Hearty Potato and Eggplant Stew

This fantastic vegetable stew with onion, carrot, potatoes, and eggplant is a super flavorful and delicious meal for busy weeknights. Get the recipe.

Polish Dill Pickle Soup

Dill Pickle Soup is my all-time favorite soup recipe for busy weeknights. It requires merely 30 minutes of your time and provides you with a hearty and satisfying bite. This easy soup is savory and creamy and kids love it too. Perfect for lunch or dinner, especially in cold winter weather. Get the recipe.

Creamy Mushroom Risotto

This creamy Mushroom Risotto is uniquely flavorful, rich, and indulgent. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, gluten-free risotto is a perfect choice for a date night or family dinner. Get the recipe.

Hearty Italian Bean Salad

This Italian Cannellini Bean Salad is healthy, flavorful, and satisfying. Made with white beans, juicy roasted bell peppers, olives, marinated red onions, and dollops of vegan cashew cheese, it's the perfect cold side dish or easy lunch. A good option for picnics, potluck, or work lunches too. Get the recipe.

Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo

Creamy, flavorful, a bit sweet and tart, this Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo With Zucchini Spaghetti will make a quick and easy dinner recipe that is perfect for busy weekdays, but is also delicious and satisfying for a Sunday family meal. Get the recipe.

10-Minute Miso Soup

It takes only 10 minutes to make this flavorful Miso soup. So easy, delicious, and featuring a savory Miso paste broth, silken tofu, wakame, and no dashi, this fast and fail-proof soup is sure to become your favorite for busy days. Get the recipe.

Potato and Mushroom Skillet

This Fried Chanterelle Mushrooms and Potatoes Recipe is an easy and delicious comfort food that never fails! Made in one pan and with just 5 ingredients, this cozy and flavorful dish is sure to become a hit. Get the recipe.

Mashed Potato Pancakes

These Potato Pancakes are the perfect solution when you don't feel like spending hours in the kitchen. These simple savory pancakes are made from mashed potatoes and a few delectable ingredients, and they are crisp and golden. They work well as a side meal, vegan dinner, or even breakfast. Get the recipe.

Crowd-Pleasing Caesar Salad

You won't ever want the traditional Caesar salad again after trying this simple vegan version. Even omnivores won't be able to tell that the sauce is missing cheese or anchovies. Get the recipe.

Smashed Potatoes with Garlic and Dill

These fantastic smashed potatoes are made with 4 ingredients. They are easy, aromatic, and delicious. Perfect side dish for dinner, picnics, or potlucks. Get the recipe.

Creamy Tomato Risotto

A family staple, Creamy Vegan Tomato Risotto is a straightforward but flavorful recipe. For hectic weeknights, this nutritious Cherry Tomato Risotto can be made in just 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

Miso Pesto Pasta

This pasta dish is a 30-minute restaurant-style meal you can prepare in your own kitchen. This quick vegan pasta dish is loaded with garlic, savory white miso paste, and crunchy pecans. Get the recipe.

Pumpkin Mushroom Risotto

The addition of pumpkin purée to risotto is one of the best uses for this ingredient. This one-pan dinner recipe for mushroom and pumpkin risotto features cozy fall flavors and is simple and delicious. Get the recipe.

Thai Eggplant Tofu Curry

This flavorful yet easy-to-prepare Thai eggplant red curry is ideal for weeknights when you're busy. This recipe, which can be frozen, is made richer and more nutrient-dense with the addition of tofu and zucchini. Just 30 minutes to prepare and made in one saucepan. Get the recipe.

Hearty Old-Fashioned Minestrone

This cozy Minestrone soup is inspired by the longest-living residents of Sardinia. It is filled with wholesome ingredients like leeks, beans, and potatoes. It's popular among kids and adults and is sure to fill you up on chilly days. Get the recipe.

Ultimate Mushroom Stroganoff

This creamy Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff is as easy to make as it is delicious to eat. It’s the ultimate one-pot comfort dish that gets along nicely with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta. Get the recipe.

Turkish Lentil Soup

This traditional Turkish lentil soup is uniquely fragrant, cozy, and satisfying. This soup is perfect for chilly days and is also freezer-friendly. Get the recipe.

Hungarian Style Mushroom Soup

Both vegetarians and meat eaters will feel love this hearty vegan cream of mushroom soup. It has a full-bodied flavor and a rich, creamy texture. For a wintry day or as part of a holiday menu, this simple Hungarian mushroom soup is ideal. Get the recipe.

Potato and Mushroom Stuffed Pierogies

These pierogies make the ultimate comfort food. Everyone loves these 6-ingredient dumplings. Get the recipe.

Sweet Potato and Bean Chili

This hearty Chili is sure to become a regular dish in your household with its spicy and hearty flavor. Pour it over some baked potatoes, top it with vegan cheese and sour cream, and it will transform itself into a cozy bowl of deliciousness. Get the recipe.

Crispy Orange Tofu Recipe

This simple tofu recipe will become a favorite if you are into Asian dishes that come together quickly and use simple ingredients. In this recipe, crispy tofu is coated in delicious orange sauce and served over steamed rice. Getting hungry already? Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Tomato Basil Soup

You're going to love the creamy texture of this Instant Pot Tomato Basil Soup! It's a simple and easy way to make a warm, comfort meal fast! Get the recipe.

Roasted Cauliflower with Breadcrumbs and Capers

This easy recipe for Italian roasted cauliflower is a little sweet, salty, and crunchy, and can get even a roasted cauliflower hater to love it. Get the recipe.

Lentil Pasta 

This Lentil Pasta has the perfect combination of hearty and healthy. The rich, flavorful sauce, the texture of the lentils against the soft pasta, and the hint of spice from the red pepper flakes all come together to create a dish that's truly irresistible. The finishing touch of fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness, making every bite a delight. Get the recipe.

Mejadra Rice with Lentils and Onions

This mejadra recipe (also known as mujaddara) is a humble dish but pure comfort food. It's simple in its preparation, and inexpensive in its ingredients, but with very complex flavors. Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Falafel

Have you ever tasted Falafel? They are a popular Arabic street food which is really tasty and easy to prepare at home. Get the recipe.

Creamy Spicy Miso Pasta

This creamy garlicky spicy miso pasta is amazingly flavorful and so easy to make. Just blend up the sauce and cook it while the pasta is cooking, and mix together, voila! Dairy-free and egg-free, it’s perfect for a quick satisfying weeknight dinner. Get the recipe.

Cheesy Tortellini Casserole with Spinach

This cheap & cheesy Tortellini Casserole is a weeknight favorite done in 25 minutes with just 5 ingredients. A cheesy tortellini al forno that's packed with flavor, and a dish the whole family will love. It also heats up really well for delicious leftovers! Get the recipe.

Kung Pao Cauliflower

This delicious Kung Pao cauliflower recipe puts a nutritious twist on the classic Kung Pao chicken. Cauliflower florets are tossed in an aromatic, spicy homemade sauce with crunchy roasted peanuts to create an irresistible sweet, salty, and spicy dish. You may not return to Chinese takeout once you learn to make this recipe! Get the recipe.

Cheesy Baked Corn and Poblano Rice

This recipe for Cheesy Baked Corn and Poblano Rice is an easy, flavorful side dish that feeds a crowd. Get the recipe.

Slow-Cooker Mushroom Bolognese

The meatless bolognese is prepared in your slow cooker with Portobello mushrooms. The dish is flavorful and ideal for the family's beef eaters. It won't be apparent to them that it is vegan. Get the recipe.

Tortellini Soup

Tortellini Soup is a delicious, hearty soup recipe that's simple to whip up and perfect for busy weeknights. Get the recipe.

Creamy Black Bean Curry

This tasty easy creamy thick black bean curry is dairy-free, vegan, full of Indian-style flavors, and ready in under half an hour. Mildly spiced with a few tricks that make it taste just like a restaurant-style curry. Get the recipe.

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Mediterranean quinoa salad is a delicious recipe boasting plenty of fresh herbs, vegetables, beans, and more in every delicious bite. Greek olives, feta cheese and red onion transport your taste buds to sunny Greece, while cannellini beans bring a taste of Italy to the dish, and the simple garlic and lemon juice dressing adds a subtle flavour of its own to complement the Mediterranean ones. Get the recipe.

Italian Eggplant Parmigiana with Vodka Sauce

This Italian eggplant parmigiana, which is also known as parmigiana di melanzane, is a favourite authentic Italian recipe. This baked eggplant casserole has a tasty tomato and vodka sauce. It’s a great vegetarian dinner idea, just bursting with delicious flavours. Get the recipe.