Eating less meat can havequite a few health benefitsfrom supporting your heart health to lowering your risk for diabetes.
Kale & Lentil Stew with Mashed Potatoes
Fire-roasted tomatoes add slightly smoky flavor to red lentils.
The addition of mashed potatoes gives this an upside-down shepherd’s pie feel.
Jacob Fox
If you have it, the Parmesan cheese rind adds nuttiness and gives the broth some body.
If you avoid cheese made with rennet, look for vegetarian Parmesan cheese, which is made without it.
Kale & Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing
This kale-quinoa salad pops with different flavors and textures.
Jacob Fox
Cauliflower Fajita Skillet
Thinly sliced cauliflower florets mimic the signature shape of fajita meat in this dish.
We cook it in a cast-iron skillet for that table-side sizzle you’d get at a restaurant.
Pantry Peanut Noodles
Choose your own adventure with these noodles!
Antonis Achilleos
They’re delicious with peanut butter and tahini alike.
The char of the sprouts is balanced by lemon juice for a bright, healthy pasta dish.
If you might’t find whole-wheat fusilli, regular fusilli is an easy substitution.
Photography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali Ramee
Plus, the grilled veggies taste extra-good fresh off the fire in this easy gnocchi recipe.
Roasted Red Pepper & Peanut Soup with Crispy Spiced Chickpeas
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Sweet Potato-Black Bean Tacos
Tender, smoky sweet potato is the star of these vegetarian tacos.
Jacob Fox
A mashed black bean spread with onion holds everything in place.
Serve with your favorite taco toppings.
Easy Chipotle Chili
Refried beans and tomatoes provide a thick base to this easy vegetarian chili.
Jacob Fox
Frozen vegetables keep prep to a minimum.
This healthy chili also keeps well in the fridge or freezer.
Chili powder, cumin and garlic provide classic chili flavor.
Jacob Fox
The tofu has a nice crust on the outside, adding texture to this quick vegetarian meal.
Enjoy alongside a big salad and roasted potatoes to make it a meal.
Be sure to oil the grill grates well before adding the brined Cypriot cheese.
Jacob Fox
Substitute frozen asparagus (or green beans or peas) in a pinch.
Toss them together with prepared basil pesto for a satisfying supper.
Be sure to save some of the pasta water to make a sauce.
Jennifer Causey
Chipotle Tofu Tacos
Here, we tear the tofu instead of cutting it.
Coating with a flavorful cornstarch mixture helps maximize the crunch.
Use these to your advantage to cut down on dinnertime prep.
Plus, this recipe requires just three ingredients, not including basics like salt, pepper and oil.
This impressively easy dinner comes together with just those three ingredients, not including salt, pepper and oil.
Because prepared soups are typically higher in sodium, look for light or reduced-sodium versions of your favorites.
Andrea Mathis
Serve this ultra-quick recipe with brown rice or soba noodles on the side.
The layers of butternut squash give the dish a sweet and creamy flavor and texture.
This vegetarian lasagna packs comfort in every bite.
Will Dickey
We’ve chosen mushrooms to give this vegetarian paprikash a hearty bite.
Using a mix of varieties gives you a good spectrum of textures and flavors.
The roasted corn adds some sweetness and the romaine some fresh, crisp, crunch.
Jacob Fox
White Bean & Sun-Dried Tomato Gnocchi
Sun-dried tomatoes are the star of this recipeproviding texture and umami.
We like French green lentils, which hold their shape when cooked.
We love the unique combination of blueberries, edamame and goat cheese.
Caitlin Bensel
The sweet potato balances the savory spices nicely.
Serve this bright and flavorful curry with rice or rice noodles.
If your peppers are mild and you like heat, opt for spicy pico de gallo.
Jennifer Causey
This easy vegetarian dinner recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.
Serve the duo for a comforting and easy weeknight dinner for the family.
The soup keeps well in the fridge, so save leftovers for lunch or dinner later in the week.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
Spicing up the collards with paprika coats them with smoky flavor while keeping this dish vegetarian.
3-Ingredient Refried Bean & Pico de Gallo Tostadas
Making your own tostadas is easy.
Use store-bought corn tortillas, brush them with olive oil and bake to crunchy perfection!
Carolyn Hodges
Here, we topped the tostada with refried beans and fresh pico de gallo for an easy three-ingredient meal.
Jason Donnelly
Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RD
Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D.
Jason Donnelly
PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY, FOOD STYLIST: MELISSA GRAY, PROP STYLIST: SHELL ROYSTER
Jacob Fox
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