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    Home » Entrées/Main Dishes » Meatless Meals - you won't miss the meat!

    Meatless Meals - you won't miss the meat!

    Published: Jan 20, 2022 · Modified: Sep 11, 2022 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · 2 Comments

    A collage of images for Meatless Meal Ideas.

    Here's a delicious collection of meatless meals, guaranteed to leave you satisfied. You won't miss the meat! If you're looking for healthy vegetarian dinner ideas for Meatless Monday recipes, scroll through the meat-free meals below.

    A collage of images for Meatless Meal Ideas.

    Are you thinking of trying more recipes for meatless meals? Scroll through these 13 meat-free meal ideas. Lots of choices!

    Some of these vegetarian or vegan recipes rely on beans or lentils for protein, others contain eggs and cheese, and other recipes use meat substitutes or plant-based meats.

    All of these meat-free meals are gluten-free, too!

    Jump to:
    • ❓Why choose meatless meals?
    • ❓What is plant-based meat made from?
    • 🗒 A Delicious Collection of Satisfying Meatless Meals
    • 🗒 More delicious recipe collections

    ❓Why choose meatless meals?

    Everyone has different reasons for choosing meat-free meals. It may be for health reasons, to reduce your carbon footprint on the planet, to show compassion for animals, or to save money.

    Whether you've made the switch completely, are thinking about following a vegetarian or vegan diet, or simply want to increase the number of meatless meals in your diet, here are some ideas for you!

    All of these recipes for meatless dinners are gluten-free, of course.

    ❓What is plant-based meat made from?

    Many plant-based meats are made from pea protein, or legumes, such as lentils or soybeans. You'll also find ingredients like quinoa, black beans, seeds, nuts, and lots of vegetables.

    Be careful, however, and read the labels. Many plant-based meats contain gluten, especially the ones designed to taste like chicken. Seitan, a vital wheat gluten, is a common ingredient in these.

    Look for plant-based meat substitutes that are labelled Gluten-Free.

    Click on the green button below each photo to take you directly to the recipe.

    🗒 A Delicious Collection of Satisfying Meatless Meals

    Cheesy Tomato Gnocchi Bake

    Easy, cheesy and all made in one pan!

    cheese and tomato gnocchi bake in a cast iron skillet
    Cheesy Tomato Gnocchi Bake (no boil)
    A cozy, one-pan skillet meal made with tomatoes and gnocchi, filled with veggies and topped with melted cheese. Ready in 30 minutes!
    Cheesy Tomato Gnocchi Bake (no boil)
    a cast iron skillet with cheesy tomato gnocchi bake

    Mini Vegetarian Shepherd's Pies with Mushrooms

    Classic comfort food made vegetarian!

    3 cocottes with vegetarian shepherd's pie
    Mini Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie with Mushrooms
    This Mini Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie recipe makes six individual shepherd's pies or one 9 by 13 pie. Make ahead and freeze! Veggies and mushrooms simmered in a rich red wine gravy are topped with lightly browned and crisped garlic mashed potatoes in this easy recipe.
    Mini Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie with Mushrooms
    vegetarian shepherd's pies in mini casserole dishes

    Vegetarian Pot Pie with Puff Pastry

    vegetarian pot pie with puff pastry
    Vegetarian Pot Pie with Puff Pastry
    This vegetarian pot pie has a rich filling of mushrooms and vegetables in flavourful red wine gravy. It's topped with a golden, flaky puff pastry crust. This vegetable pot pie recipe can be made with gluten-free puff pastry, too!
    Vegetarian Pot Pie with Puff Pastry
    a baked vegetarian pot pie with a pie bird

    Double Cheese Asparagus Leek Fritatta

    Double Cheese Asparagus Leek Frittata in skillet
    Double Cheese Asparagus Leek Frittata
    This Double Cheese Asparagus Leek Frittata made with baby potatoes, asparagus and leeks will make an ideal dish for a Spring breakfast, brunch or lunch. It's vegetarian and gluten-free.
    Double Cheese Asparagus Leek Frittata

    Gluten-free Feta Tomato Pasta Bake

    adding basil to melted feta and burst tomatoes
    Gluten-Free Feta Tomato Pasta Bake
    This oven-baked pasta dish has an amazing creamy tomato sauce flavoured with garlic and basil. Add extra spinach and mushrooms if you'd like!
    Gluten-Free Feta Tomato Pasta Bake
    Feta Tomato Pasta Bake - gluten free- in an oval serving dish

    Easy Vegetarian Pesto Gnocchi

    vegetarian pesto gnocchi
    Easy Vegetarian Pesto Gnocchi
    This easy Vegetarian Pesto Gnocchi is a dinner winner! Cooked in a skillet on your stovetop, it's loaded with Mediterranean flavours from roasted tomatoes, artichokes, peppers, spinach, pesto, optional plant-based sausage and gluten-free gnocchi! It comes together in less than 30 minutes.
    Easy Vegetarian Pesto Gnocchi
    overhead view of a round bowl of gnocchi with pesto and vegetables

    Instant Pot Vegan Chipotle Chili

    a bowl of chili garnished with avocado cubes
    Instant Pot Vegan Chipotle Chili
    You won't miss the meat in this Instant Pot Vegan Chipotle Chili! Load it up with your favourite toppings and enjoy a hearty bowl of warm spicy vegetarian chili, or serve it stuffed into a baked sweet potato. Easy instructions for slow cooker and stovetop, too. 
    Instant Pot Vegan Chipotle Chili
    a bowl of vegetarian chili topped with avocado

    Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

    black bean stuffed sweet potatoes
    Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes - Vegan
    Vegan Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes make a healthy 30-minute meal! Sweet potatoes are baked, then filled with black beans, red pepper, tomatillos and corn, and topped with tomaotes and guacamole.
    Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes - Vegan
    vegan black bean stuffed sweet potatoes

    Crispy Baked Zucchini Patties

    Close up view of 8 zucchini patties on a white platter
    Crispy Baked Zucchini Patties with Lemon Tahini Dip
    Nutritious and delicious! These Crispy Baked Zucchini Patties make a healthy meal when served with a salad or fresh veggies. Great with Lemon Tahini Dip.
    Crispy Baked Zucchini Patties with Lemon Tahini Dip
    8 zucchini patties on a plate with herbs

    Vegetarian Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

    mediterranean quinoa bowl with fresh veggies and avocado
    Fresh Vegetarian Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
    This Vegetarian Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl makes a healthy lunch or light dinner. It's packed full of protein-rich quinoa, Greek salad veggies, feta cheese and tzatziki sauce.
    Fresh Vegetarian Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
    image with text for Vegetarian Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

    Cheesy Crustless Zucchini Quiche

    a wedge of cheesy crustless zucchini quiche
    Cheesy Crustless Zucchini Quiche
    This low-carb Cheesy Crustless Zucchini Quiche is a keto option for breakfast, brunch, lunch or a side dish. Simple to make with eggs, cheese, almond and coconut flour.
    Cheesy Crustless Zucchini Quiche
    a slice of Cheesy Zucchini Quiche with fresh cherry tomatoes

    Slow Cooker Texas Black Bean Soup

    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Texas Black Bean Soup overhead view of 2 bowls
    Slow Cooker Vegan Texas Black Bean Soup
    This chunky homemade wholesome vegan black bean soup can simmer all day in your slow cooker. Made with canned items, it's an effortless healthy family meal.
    Slow Cooker Vegan Texas Black Bean Soup
    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Texas Black Bean Soup overhead view of 2 bowls

    Sheet Pan Roasted Gnocchi with Fall Vegetables

    Sheet Pan Roasted Gnocchi and Fall Vegetables
    Sheet Pan Roasted Gnocchi and Fall Vegetables
    This recipe for sheet pan roasted gnocchi and fall vegetables combines your favourite harvest vegetables with crispy, pillowy soft gnocchi! Healthy vegetables tossed in an amazing browned butter sage sauce makes a delicious vegetarian main or side dish.
    Sheet Pan Roasted Gnocchi and Fall Vegetables
    Overhead view of roasted gnocchi and fall vegetables on a large white platter.

    When you make one of these meatless meals, please leave a comment below! Subscribe to my newsletter and receive new recipes in your inbox once a week.

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    Comments

    1. Kate

      January 21, 2022 at 8:50 am

      Hi Elaine,
      These vegetarian recipes came just at the right time as I am really looking for ways to use less meat or no meat. They all look really delicious snd I am deciding which one to make tonight!
      I always love perusing your emails which come every Friday and I have made many of your recipes with great success.
      I hope you are doing well – I know it must be very sad living alone without your Denis.
      Hugs,
      Kate

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      • Elaine

        January 21, 2022 at 12:43 pm

        Thanks Kate! Happy to hear this was a timely round-up. Expect more in the months to come!

        Reply

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