Afghan Bolani Potato Flatbread with Mint Yogurt
Thin flatbreads stuffed with spiced mashed potato and scallion, griddled crisp, with mint yogurt.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
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Vegetable Dinner Ideas
112 vegetable dinner recipes for home cooks, with cooking times.
Every recipe in this collection puts vegetables at the center of the plate, and all of them are vegetarian. They come from all over the world: Afghan bolani flatbreads, Alsatian tarte flambée with leeks, Catalan calçots with romesco, Brazilian tapioca crepes and Bulgarian gyuveche bakes. Use the time filter in the picker if you need something especially quick; most take about 35 minutes.
112 dinner ideas
Alsatian Tarte Flambée with Leeks
Alsatian Tarte Flambée with Leeks is a practical 30-minute dinner for 2, layering 2 thin flatbreads with 1 large leek, thinly sliced and bright caraway seeds.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Andorran Trinxat with Mushrooms
Andorran Trinxat with Mushrooms is a practical 35-minute dinner for 2, layering 1 lb potatoes, cubed with 3 cups shredded cabbage and bright fresh thyme.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Argentine Humita Croquettes with Herb Yogurt
Sweetcorn and cheese croquettes fried until crisp, served with a paprika herb yogurt.
- 45 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Argentine Zapallitos Rellenos with Quinoa
Round zucchini hollowed out and baked with a quinoa, tomato, and cheese filling.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Armenian Jingalov Hats Herb Flatbreads
Armenian Jingalov Hats Herb Flatbreads is a practical 35-minute dinner for 2, layering 4 small flour tortillas with 4 cups mixed herbs and greens, chopped and bright ground sumac.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Azerbaijani Kutab Pumpkin Flatbreads
Azerbaijani Kutab Pumpkin Flatbreads is a practical 40-minute dinner for 2, layering 4 small flour tortillas with 2 cups grated pumpkin or butternut squash and bright ground sumac.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Bhutanese Kewa Datshi Potato Cheese Stew
Potatoes simmered with chilies and melted into a loose cheese sauce, served with red rice.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Brazilian Cuscuz Paulista Vegetable Cups
Steamed cornmeal packed into a mould with vegetables, hearts of palm, and olives, then turned out.
- 50 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Brazilian Moqueca de Banana with Rice
Green banana simmered in a coconut, tomato, and pepper moqueca finished with palm oil.
- 35 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Brazilian Tapioca Crepes with Cheese and Greens
Tapioca starch hydrated and sieved, then cooked into pale crepes that set around melting cheese.
- 25 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Bulgarian Gyuveche Vegetable Egg Bake
Eggplant, peppers, tomato, feta, and eggs bake into a 50-minute Bulgarian vegetarian dinner for two.
- 50 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
California Walnut Mole Enchiladas
Tortillas rolled around black beans and vegetables under a quick walnut and chili mole.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Catalan Calçots with Romesco Lentil Salad
Charred scallions, nutty romesco, and lentils make a smoky 35-minute Catalan-inspired vegan dinner for two.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Chiapas Chipilin Corn Soup
A brothy corn and greens soup finished with masa dumplings and crumbled fresh cheese.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Chilean Charquican Vegetable Hash
Squash, potato, corn, and green beans cooked down and crushed into a soft, savoury hash.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Chinese Hakka Lei Cha Vegetable Rice Bowl
A pounded green tea, peanut, and herb broth poured over rice and stir-fried vegetables.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Chinese Shaanxi Liangpi Chilled Noodles
Cold wide noodles dressed in chili oil, black vinegar, and garlic water with cucumber and sprouts.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Chinese Sichuan Yuxiang Eggplant with Rice
Eggplant fried soft then coated in a sweet, sour, and spicy yuxiang sauce.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Chinese Suan La Fen Sweet Potato Noodles
Slippery sweet potato noodles in a hot and sour broth with chili oil, peanuts, and pickled greens.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Chinese Yunnan Mushroom Rice Noodles
Rice noodles in a mushroom broth with browned wild mushrooms, chili, and herbs.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Chipotle Black Bean and Corn Stuffed Peppers with Cilantro Lime Crema
Chipotle Black Bean and Corn Stuffed Peppers with Cilantro Lime Crema bring a unique and plant-based twist to classic Mexican flavors.
- 30 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Colombian Patacones with Hogao and Cheese
Crisp plantain rounds topped with cooked tomato-onion hogao and queso fresco make a quick vegetarian plate.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Croatian Soparnik Chard Flatbread
Croatian Soparnik Chard Flatbread is a practical 40-minute dinner for 2, layering 2 thin pizza bases with 5 cups swiss chard, chopped and bright olive oil and garlic.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Curacao Pumpkin Pancakes with Goat Cheese
Sweet pumpkin pancakes fried in butter and topped with tangy goat cheese and chives.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Danish Biksemad Root Vegetable Egg Skillet
Crisp potatoes, beets, cabbage, and fried eggs make a colorful 35-minute Danish-style vegetarian skillet for two.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Dominican Sancocho Vegetable Bowls
A thick root-vegetable sancocho with corn, cilantro, and lime, thickened by the starches themselves.
- 50 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Dungan Spicy Cold Noodles
Cold wheat noodles with cucumber, vinegar, and a cumin-scented chili oil.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Ecuadorian Llapingachos with Peanut Sauce
Cheese-stuffed potato cakes griddled until crisp, served with a peanut sauce and avocado.
- 45 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Ecuadorian Locro de Papa with Avocado
A thick Andean potato and cheese soup coloured with achiote, served with avocado.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Estonian Mulgipuder with Roasted Root Vegetables
A buckwheat-potato mash with roasted roots and dill makes a hearty 50-minute vegan Estonian-inspired dinner for two.
- 50 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Ethiopian Atakilt Wat Cabbage Potato Stew
Turmeric-scented cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and green beans make a bright vegetarian dinner with flatbread.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Filipino Laing Coconut Taro Leaves
Taro leaves or spinach simmered undisturbed in coconut milk with chili and shrimp paste.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
French Pissaladiere Mushroom Flatbreads
French Pissaladiere Mushroom Flatbreads is a practical 30-minute dinner for 2, layering 2 small naan flatbreads with 8 oz mushrooms, thinly sliced and bright fresh thyme.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
French Ratatouille with Herbed Couscous
Slow-softened summer vegetables and herbed couscous deliver a colorful, vegetable-forward dinner for two.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
French Socca with Ratatouille Relish
French Socca with Ratatouille Relish is a practical 40-minute dinner for 2, layering 3/4 cup chickpea flour with 1 small zucchini, diced and bright herbes de Provence.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Georgian Pkhali Spinach Walnut Toasts
Georgian Pkhali Spinach Walnut Toasts is a practical 25-minute dinner for 2, layering 10 oz spinach, blanched and squeezed with 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and bright ground coriander.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Greek Briam with Crispy Chickpeas
Roasted zucchini, eggplant, tomato, and chickpeas make a bright 55-minute Greek vegan sheet-pan dinner for two.
- 55 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Grenadian Callaloo Coconut Noodles
Callaloo greens stewed in coconut milk with ginger and tossed through noodles.
- 30 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Guadeloupe Accras Vegetable Fritters
Herb and chili vegetable fritters fried until puffed, with a lime yogurt for dipping.
- 35 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Honey Chipotle Cauliflower Steak with Cilantro Lime Quinoa
The Honey-Chipotle Cauliflower Steaks with Cilantro-Lime Quinoa were inspired by the rising popularity of plant-based dishes and the desire to create an exciting vegetarian meal that sati…
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indian Akki Rotti Vegetable Flatbreads
Rice flour patted straight into thin flatbreads with grated vegetables and cooked on a griddle.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indian Aloo Gobi with Flatbread
Turmeric-gold potato and cauliflower cook with tomatoes, peas, and warming spices in one pan.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indian Bhindi Masala with Roti
Okra fried dry with onion and spices so it stays crisp rather than slimy.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indian Bombay Masala Toastie
Spiced potato and chutney sandwiches pressed and griddled until crisp.
- 20 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indian Gatte ki Sabzi with Rice
Chickpea flour dumplings steamed then simmered in a spiced yogurt gravy.
- 45 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Indian Goan Mushroom Xacuti with Rice
Mushrooms in a xacuti sauce built on freshly toasted whole spices and grated coconut.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indian Kanda Poha with Peanuts
Flattened rice rinsed and steamed briefly with onion, turmeric, and peanuts.
- 20 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indian Kerala Vegetable Ishtu with Appam
A pale, gently spiced coconut stew pairs with lacy appam pancakes for a soothing Kerala-style meal.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indian Mangalorean Neer Dosa with Coconut Chutney
Very thin lacy rice crepes poured from a watery batter, with a fresh coconut chutney.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Indonesian Sayur Lodeh Coconut Vegetables
Mixed vegetables simmered in a spiced coconut broth until tender but still distinct.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Irish Boxty Mushroom Skillet
Irish Boxty Mushroom Skillet is a practical 35-minute dinner for 2, layering 12 oz potatoes, coarsely grated with 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced and bright fresh thyme.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Japanese Kabocha Korokke with Cabbage
Mashed kabocha croquettes crumbed in panko and fried crisp, with shredded cabbage.
- 40 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Japanese Takikomi Gohan Mushroom Rice
Rice cooked in seasoned dashi with mushrooms so every grain takes on the flavour.
- 35 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Japanese Yaki Onigiri with Miso Vegetables
Rice balls grilled until the surface crisps, brushed with miso glaze, with charred vegetables.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Korean Gamja Jorim Potato Bento
Potato cubes braised in soy and sugar until glazed and glossy.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Kurdish Kubbeh Hamusta-Inspired Beet Soup
Kurdish Kubbeh Hamusta-Inspired Beet Soup is a practical 50-minute dinner for 3, layering 2 medium beets, diced with 1 cup cooked bulgur and bright ground coriander.
- 50 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Kyrgyz Ashlan Fu Cold Noodles
Cold mung bean noodles and set starch jelly in a tangy chili and vinegar broth.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Lao Jeow Bong Eggplant Dip with Rice
Charred eggplant pounded with garlic, chili, and toasted rice powder into a smoky dip.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Lao Or Lam Mushroom Stew
A herbal Lao stew of mushrooms and eggplant thickened with roasted chili wood and dill.
- 45 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Lebanese Manakish Za'atar Flatbreads
Lebanese Manakish Za'atar Flatbreads is a practical 20-minute dinner for 2, layering 2 pita breads with 3 tbsp za'atar and bright extra-virgin olive oil.
- 20 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Ligurian Farinata with Rosemary Onions
Ligurian Farinata with Rosemary Onions is a practical 35-minute dinner for 2, layering 3/4 cup chickpea flour with 2 onions, thinly sliced and bright rosemary.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Malagasy Achard de Legumes Rice Bowl
Crisp vegetables quick-pickled in turmeric, ginger, and vinegar, piled over rice with roasted peanuts.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Malaysian Nasi Ulam Herb Rice Bowl
Cooled rice tossed with a large quantity of finely shredded raw herbs and toasted coconut.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Mallorcan Coca de Trampó Vegetable Flatbread
Crisp flatbread piled with tomato, pepper, onion, and olives makes a colorful 40-minute vegan Mallorcan-style dinner for two.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Martinique Colombo Vegetable Curry
Vegetables and chickpeas simmered in colombo spice and coconut milk with lime.
- 40 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Mayan Pumpkin Seed Pepian Vegetable Stew
Vegetables in a pepian sauce thickened with toasted pumpkin seeds and charred tomato.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Mexican Calabacitas with Corn and Queso Fresco
Tender zucchini, sweet corn and poblano make a bright vegetable skillet dinner in under half an hour.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Mexican Enfrijoladas with Roasted Vegetables
Roasted vegetables tucked into corn tortillas and covered in velvety black bean sauce make a satisfying meatless meal.
- 45 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Mexican Rajas Poblanas with Creamy Corn
Roasted poblano strips simmered with corn, crema, and melting cheese.
- 30 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Nashville Hot Cauliflower Sliders
Battered cauliflower fried crisp then brushed with a cayenne oil glaze, stacked in buns with slaw.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Nepali Aloo Ko Achar with Beaten Rice
Warm potato salad dressed with sesame paste, lemon, and fenugreek, with beaten rice.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Nepali Aloo Tama Mushroom Curry
Potato, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms simmer in a tangy tomato-spice broth for a distinctive vegetarian curry.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Nepali Gundruk Soup with Potato
Dried fermented greens rehydrated and simmered with potato into a sour, savoury broth.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Nova Scotia Hodge Podge with Herb Biscuits
New potatoes, peas, and beans barely cooked in cream, with drop biscuits alongside.
- 45 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Palestinian Maftoul Couscous with Roast Vegetables
Palestinian Maftoul Couscous with Roast Vegetables is a practical 45-minute dinner for 3, layering 1 cup pearl couscous with 3 cups mixed roast vegetables and bright ground allspice.
- 45 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Paraguayan Mbeju Cheese Crisp with Tomato Salsa
A cassava starch and cheese flatbread pressed in a dry pan until it fuses into a crisp round.
- 25 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Paraguayan Sopa Paraguaya Corn Skillet
A dense cornmeal and cheese cake baked in a skillet, despite the name never a soup.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Peruvian Papa a la Huancaina Stuffed Potatoes
Baked potatoes filled with a creamy aji amarillo and cheese sauce, served with egg and olives.
- 40 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Philadelphia Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Hoagies
Garlicky broccoli rabe piled into rolls under melted sharp provolone.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Poblano Potato and Corn Tetelas
Triangular masa parcels filled with poblano, corn, and cheese, griddled until crisp.
- 45 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Qatari Thareed Vegetable Bread Stew
Qatari Thareed Vegetable Bread Stew is a practical 40-minute dinner for 3, layering 2 pieces flatbread, torn with 3 cups mixed vegetables and bright ground turmeric.
- 40 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Romanian Ghiveci Summer Vegetable Stew
Eggplant, beans, zucchini, and tomato simmer into a fragrant 50-minute vegan Romanian dinner for two.
- 50 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Salvadoran Loroco and Cheese Pupusa Skillet
Masa pupusas stuffed with cheese and loroco, griddled until blistered, with curtido.
- 40 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Saudi Qursan Vegetable Bread Stew
Saudi Qursan Vegetable Bread Stew is a practical 45-minute dinner for 3, layering 2 pieces flatbread, torn with 3 cups mixed vegetables and bright ground cardamom.
- 45 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Scottish Rumbledethumps with Crispy Kale
Scottish Rumbledethumps with Crispy Kale is a practical 45-minute dinner for 3, layering 1 lb potatoes, cubed with 3 cups shredded savoy cabbage and bright black pepper.
- 45 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Senegalese Thiou Vegetable Stew
Root vegetables and chickpeas braised in a fried tomato paste broth until thick and glossy.
- 40 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Seychellois Cari Coco Vegetable Curry
Sweet potato and green beans simmered in a lightly spiced coconut curry finished with lime.
- 35 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Spanish Pisto with Fried Eggs
A jammy tomato, zucchini and pepper skillet topped with fully set eggs makes a hearty Spanish vegetable dinner for two.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Spanish Tumbet Vegetable Stack with Fried Egg
Spanish Tumbet Vegetable Stack with Fried Egg is a practical 45-minute dinner for 2, layering 1 small eggplant, sliced with 1 zucchini, sliced and bright smoked paprika.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Sri Lankan Polos Curry with Coconut Rice
Young jackfruit simmered in a dark roasted-spice curry with coconut milk.
- 45 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Sri Lankan Wambatu Moju Eggplant Rice Bowl
Fried eggplant pickled in a sweet-sour mustard and vinegar dressing, served over rice.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Surinamese Roti with Long Beans and Potato
Curried long beans and potato wrapped in soft roti with a masala kick.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Syrian Muhammara Walnut Pepper Toasts
Syrian Muhammara Walnut Pepper Toasts is a practical 25-minute dinner for 2, layering 1 jar roasted red peppers, drained with 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and bright Aleppo pepper.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Taiwanese Guabao Mushroom Buns
Steamed folded buns filled with braised oyster mushrooms, pickled greens, and peanut powder.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Taiwanese Tainan Coffin Toast with Vegetables
Thick bread hollowed into a box, fried crisp, and filled with a creamy vegetable stew.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Tajik Sambusa Potato Pastries
Cumin potato filling wrapped in flaky pastry triangles and baked until crisp.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Thai Khao Pad Sapparod Pineapple Fried Rice
Day-old rice fried hard with pineapple, cashews, and curry powder.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Thai Miang Kham Coconut Bites
Leaf-wrapped bites of toasted coconut, lime, peanut, and ginger with a palm sugar sauce.
- 20 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Tibetan Tingmo with Mushroom Curry
Twisted steamed bread rolls served with a tomato and mushroom curry.
- 55 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Tibetan Tsampa Vegetable Porridge
Roasted barley flour whisked into a vegetable broth into a quick savoury porridge.
- 25 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Tibetan Vegetable Thukpa Noodle Soup
A ginger-garlic broth brims with noodles, cabbage, mushrooms and carrots for a warming vegan bowl.
- 40 min
- Serves 4
- Vegetables
Trinidadian Callaloo with Coconut Dumplings
Creamy greens and coconut broth with tender dumplings make a warming vegetarian Trinidadian-inspired bowl.
- 35 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Uyghur Laghman Vegetable Noodles
Hand-pulled style noodles under a cumin-scented pepper and tomato sauce.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Uyghur Manta Pumpkin Dumplings
Large steamed dumplings filled with grated pumpkin and onion, served with yogurt or chili oil.
- 55 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Uzbek Achichuk Tomato Salad with Flatbread
Thinly sliced tomato and onion salted and left to draw their own dressing.
- 20 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Uzbek Khanum Pumpkin Rolls
Thin dough spread with grated pumpkin, rolled into a spiral, and steamed whole.
- 55 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Uzbek Somsa Pumpkin Pastries
Spiced pumpkin and onion sealed in flaky pastry triangles and baked until crisp.
- 50 min
- Serves 3
- Vegetables
Venezuelan Tequeno Cheese Sticks with Guasacaca
Cheese batons wrapped in dough spirals and fried crisp, with an avocado herb guasacaca.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Vietnamese Banh Cuon Mushroom Rolls
Thin steamed rice sheets rolled around seasoned mushrooms, with a dipping sauce.
- 40 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Welsh Glamorgan Sausages with Tomato Barley
Cheesy leek-and-oat Glamorgan-style patties pair with quick tomato barley for a 45-minute meat-free supper for two.
- 45 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables
Zambian Ifisashi Greens with Peanut Nshima
Tender greens in a creamy peanut sauce meet smooth maize porridge in this vegetarian Zambian-style dinner.
- 30 min
- Serves 2
- Vegetables