10 Easy Meatless Mains

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Running out of meal ideas for your family, especially without meat? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! These easy meatless mains are perfect to make for lunch or dinner whether you’re cutting back on meat or just looking to incorporate more veggies into your diet. They’re simple, flavor-packed, and skip on the meat but not the flavors!

Vegan Stew

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Starting strong with this hearty and cozy vegan stew perfect for fall and winter! It’s packed with veggies and a thick gravy that’s perfect to scoop up with some crusty bread or served over creamy mashed potatoes. Full recipe: Vegan Stew

Potato Leek Soup

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It’s soup season so it only makes sense to have a soup here that’s hearty, creamy, delicious – and meatless! This potato leek soup is my perfect vegetarian soup that’s so fulling and a perfect weeknight dinner served with some cheesy garlic bread and a simple salad. Full recipe: Potato Leek Soup

Asparagus Mushroom Pasta

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Pasta is a non-negotiable weeknight meal in this house and I love me a veggie-packed pasta! This asparagus mushroom pasta is so simple and delicious, I promise you won’t miss the meat. Full recipe: Asparagus Mushroom Pasta

Thai Sweet Chili Tofu

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If you are still on the fence about eating tofu – this one recipe will definitely make you a tofu lover! This easy Thai sweet chili tofu has crispy tofu cubes and broccoli coated in the most delicious sweet and sticky sauce. Full recipe: Thai Sweet Chili Tofu

Mediterranean Bowls

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Food in bowls is a winter theme around here and this Mediterranean bowl is the perfect nutritionally dense recipe for you to try! It’s got such an amazing texture and flavors and is so easy to make and you can always make your own variation with what you have on hand. Full recipe: Mediterranean Bowls

Udon Stir Fry

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My version of a yaki udon beats your average takeout meal any night of the week! This udon stir fry has tender veggies, chewy noodles, and the most delicious sauce AND it is vegan. Need we ask more? Full recipe: Udon Stir Fry

Spanish Manchego Mac and Cheese

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Sometimes all we need is some comfort food at the end of the day and mac and cheese is almost always the perfect meal. This elevated mac and cheese has Spanish Manchego cheese and caramelized onions that give it the perfect twist. Full recipe: Spanish Manchego Mac and Cheese

Mediterranean Pizza

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We love a good veggie pizza here and this Mediterranean pizza packs so much flavor that you won’t even miss those pepperonis! It has got marinated veggies, kalamata olives, and sun dried tomatoes in every bite. Full recipe: Mediterranean Pizza

Roasted Tomato Pasta

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We love a good tomato-based pasta in this house and this roasted tomato one is our recent favorite! It’s got a light, flavorful sauce, is so easy to put together, and so tasty without needing anything extra. Full recipe: Roasted Tomato Pasta

Baked Tortellini with Roasted Vegetables

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You would never be able to tell that this cheesy baked tortellini is packed with so much more than just cheese! It has tons of veggies, very customizable, and so easy to make – plus it’s vegetarian! Full recipe: Baked Tortellini with Roasted Vegetables

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