Here's a delicious collection of two weeks of meatless meals, guaranteed to leave you satisfied. You won't miss the meat! If you're looking for healthy vegetarian or vegan dinner ideas for Meatless Monday recipes, scroll through the 14 meat-free meal ideas below.
Are you thinking of trying more recipes for meatless meals? Scroll through these 14 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!
❓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 labeled 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!
Mini Vegetarian Shepherd's Pies with Mushrooms
Classic comfort food made vegetarian!
Vegetarian Pot Pie with Puff Pastry
A rich vegetable filling, topped with flaky puff pastry.
Double Cheese Asparagus Leek Fritatta
Baby potatoes, asparagus and leeks combine in this easy one-pan egg dish.
Gluten-free Feta Tomato Pasta Bake
Tomatoes and gluten-free pasta baked with a rich creamy feta sauce.
Easy Vegetarian Pesto Gnocchi
This skillet meal has all your favorite Mediterranean flavors!
Instant Pot Vegan Chipotle Chili
A hearty bowl of chili, without the meat!
Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Crispy Baked Zucchini Patties
Nutritious zucchini patties, baked not fried!
Vegetarian Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
A protein-rich bowl with Mediterranean flavors.
Cheesy Crustless Zucchini Quiche
Gluten-free quiche with zucchini, tomatoes and cheese!
Slow Cooker Texas Black Bean Soup
A vegan soup for a chilly day!
Sheet Pan Roasted Gnocchi with Fall Vegetables
No need to boil gnocchi first!
Italian Vegetable Gnocchi Soup
A warm bowl of hearty soup that totally satisfies!
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.
Kate
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
Elaine
Thanks Kate! Happy to hear this was a timely round-up. Expect more in the months to come!