Plus, animal-based products like eggs and cheese are still fair game in vegetarian cooking too.

We’ve got 50 yummy and healthy vegetarian recipes that will fill you up.

A note about the wordhealthyhere: We know that healthy is acomplicated concept.

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But it also depends on your preferences, your culture, whatsaccessibleto you, and so much more.

Store whatever patties you don’t eat in the freezer for later.

A zesty breadcrumb topping also adds a bit of crunch to an otherwise quite creamy dish.

Bowl of barley beets mushroom pesto goat cheese.

Serve over a bed of rice or alongside naan for a full meal.

This recipe uses a homemade dough recipe, but a store-bought option definitely won’t ruin the results.

Or swing for a bitter citrus, like blood oranges, to make it more complex.

Black bean burger with buns sauce lettuce onion.

The results are cozy and comforting in a way that’s much more suited to winter than summer.

Thinly slice tempeh and roast until crunchy for a vegan option that has a similar effect.

It will work equally well in a wrap, grain bowl, or vegetarian sloppy Joe-style sandwich.

Bowl of soba noodles carrots red cabbage scallions.

And with anInstant Pot, it’ll be on the table in less than an hour.

Despite being rich and decadent, this casserole relies on a bit ofdairy-free milkto remain completely vegan.

(Of course, you could sub in dairy milk.)

Black Eyed Pea Stew With Leeks and Tomatoes

Either way, don’t be afraid to crank the heatthe brown crunchy bits are the best part!

Eat it with avocado toast as pictured above, or in a quick breakfast wrap or sandwich.

Mushroom Pasta With Goat CheesefromA Couple Cooks

This creamy, umami-packed recipe encourages improvisation.

Stack of Brussels sprouts asparagus chili quesadillas.

And the key in of pasta, mushroom, and leafy green is entirely up to you.

All variations will taste great.

Portobello Skillet Enchilada PiefromMeiko and the Dish

Portobellomushrooms are responsiblefor the meaty texture in these vegetarian enchiladas.

Broccoli white bean cheese brown rice casserole.

Filled with leafy greens and healthy fat-filled feta, they’re also quite nutritious for a street food-style snack.

For example, you could keep it entirely vegan by using only plant-based milk, cheese, andbutter substitutes.

Use a nutty, whole grain bread that pairs well with theearthy beets, sweet carrots, and chickpeas.

Bowl of cabbage and lentil soup with basil.

Pairing them with creamy avocado and cool feta only seals the deal.

This pine nut, sun-dried tomato, and kale-filled delicata squash is a great place to start.

Delicata is so named because its skin is delicate enough to eat once cookedno need for peeling.

Skillet containing cabbage and tofu dumplings with sesame.

Just scoop out the flesh, make your filling, and toss it all in the oven.

Plenty of avocado and arugula add the perfect balance of creaminess and spice.

Avoid over-blending the chickpeas, as that can cause the loaf to become too mushy to hold its shape.

Bowl of hummus roasted cauliflower boiled eggs pita.

And be sure to save some leftovers for sandwiches!

And the recipe can be adapted for baking or stove-top cookingwhatever is easier for you.

The creamy, roasted pepper sauce is the highlight of this one-skillet recipe anyway.

Bowl of cauliflower with tomato sauce herbs bread.

And you’ve got the option to usefrozen spinachinstead of fresh if need be.

Along with being beautifully colored, wild rice varieties tend to be more protein- and fiber-dense than white.

A stack of three chickpea cheddar sandwiches.

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Shredded Brussels sprouts salad with pomegranate seeds citrus.

Plate of crispy chickpea pancakes with chopped pickles.

Bowl of black bean soup with yogurt onions.

Bowl of deviled egg filling beside celery sticks.

Plate of corn tortillas filled with mushrooms peppers.

Bowl of roasted beets fennel boiled eggs beans.

Bowl of black rice with citrus greens cashews.

Bowl of crispy tofu with sauce and scallions.

Bowl of green beans with parmesan crisps tomatoes.

Plate of tacos with lentil filling avocados cream.

Bowl of chili with quinoa beans sweet potatoes.

Cornbread casserole with beans tomatoes jalapenos vegan cheese.

Pot of barley risotto with butternut squash kale.

Bowl of brown fried rice with kale and peas.

Kale salad with sweet potatoes sliced apples nuts.

Tofu scramble with kimchi avocado toast scallions spinach.

Bowl of pasta with mushrooms spinach cream.

Bowl of papaya curry with brown rice.

Tray of Brussels sprouts with peanuts and peppers.

Plate of enchiladas with mushrooms cheese lime onions.

Tray of crispy wraps with chard and feta.

Bowl of savory oats with leafy greens eggs.

Bowl of croutons roasted beet and carrots chickpeas.

Skillet with eggs tomato sauce feta sliced avocado.

Halved delicata squash stuffed with kale pine nuts.

Bowl of pureed sweet potato greens poached egg.

Peppers stuffed with rice black beans corn kernels.

Roasted butternut squash with pecans and pomegranates.

Pot of cassoulet with grains beans veggies mushrooms.

Sandwich with avocado tempeh arugula whole grain bread.

Vegan meatloaf with chickpeas carrots parsley onions.

Bowls of mac and cheese with pumpkin puree.

Vegan Swedish meatballs over mashed potatoes and gravy.

Breakfast sandwich with tofu patties tomato and lettuce.

Skillet filled with potatoes fried eggs cream sauce.

Pot of stew with beans zucchini spinach tomatoes.

Wild rice with celery cranberries oranges pecans pepitas.

Baking sheet with tempeh red pepper broccoli sesame.