Vegetarian Recipes

Discover budget-friendly vegetarian recipes that are loved by vegetarians and omnivores alike! No mystery ingredients here, just simple vegetarian food made easy and delicious, without the meat. Choose from over 400 vegetarian recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinners, snacks, and more. Many of these vegetarian recipes found here are vegan friendly or can easily be converted to be 100% plant-based.

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Vegetarian Slow Cooker

Popular Vegetarian Recipes

Coconut Curry Chickpeas

$7.44 recipe / $1.86 serving

Creamy Cucumber Salad

$2.31 recipe / $0.58 serving

A stack of black bean quesadillas on a serving tray

Hearty Black Bean Quesadillas

$6.61 recipe / $0.66 each

Honey Sriracha Tofu

$2.64 recipe / $0.66 serving

Spinach and Feta Grilled Cheese

$3.40 recipe / $1.70 serving

Popular Vegan Recipes

Vegetarian Dinner Ideas

Close up of enchiladas being scooped out of the casserole dish

Easy Cheese Enchiladas

$5.97 recipe / $1.49 serving

White Beans with Mushrooms and Marinara

$6.54 recipe / $1.64 serving

Side view of a single black bean burger on a bun, fully dressed, sitting on newsprint

Black Bean Burgers

$2.57 recipe / $0.43 serving

Creamy White Bean and Spinach Quesadillas

$3.99 recipe / $1.00 per quesadilla

Vegetarian Salad Recipes

This Roasted Cauliflower Salad combines sweet roasted red onions, spiced chickpeas, tender cauliflower, and a tangy lemon tahini dressing. BudgetBytes.com

Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing

$6.99 recipe / $1.75 serving

Cold Peanut Noodle Salad

$5.30 recipe / $1.33 serving

Broccoli Pasta Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette

$4.67 recipe / $1.17 serving

Panzanella

$13.54 recipe / $2.26 serving

Cowboy Caviar

$5.30 recipe / $0.53 serving

Vegetarian Soups

Three bowls of rosemary garlic white bean soup with different toppings (pesto, croutons, Parmesan).

Easy Rosemary Garlic White Bean Soup

$2.49 recipe / $0.62 serving

Cabbage Soup

$7.89 recipe / $0.99 serving

Overhead view of a pot full of vegetarian minestrone

Easy Minestrone Soup

$5.96 recipe / $0.99 serving

Roasted Tomato Soup

$8.62 recipe / $2.16 serving

Popular Appetizers

Bruschetta

$8.63 recipe / $1.07 serving

Fried Green Tomatoes

$6.57 recipe / $1.31 serving

Stuffed Mushrooms

$11.58 recipe / $1.93 serving

Zucchini Fritters

$3.23 recipe / $0.80 serving

Newest Vegetarian Recipes

Coconut Rice

$2.44 recipe / $0.41 serving

This savory Coconut Rice features fragrant jasmine rice, rich coconut milk, and savory garlic for a simple yet delicious side dish.

Lemon Blueberry Muffins

$7.00 recipe / $0.70 serving

This easy Lemon Blueberry Muffins recipe is made with juicy blueberries and is topped with a sweet lemon glaze. These bakery-worthy treats are a MUST-TRY!

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs are the ultimate kitchen hack! Get perfectly cooked eggs every time with this effortless method.

Overhead view of Spaghetti Algio e Olio on a plate with a fork.

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

$5.35 recipe / $0.66 serving

This Spaghetti Aglio e Olio recipe is garlicky, flavorful, and made using simple pantry staples. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal effort!

Cheesy Skillet Ravioli

$14.36 recipe / $3.59 serving

This Cheesy Skillet Ravioli recipe is a one-pot meal made from two types of cheese, stuffed cheese ravioli and an easy, flavorful tomato sauce!

Easy Homemade Falafel

$3.08 recipe / $0.16 serving

This Homemade Falafel recipe packs chickpeas, fresh herbs, and spices into a flavorful, Middle-Eastern-inspired patty that's quick, easy, and delicious.

Black Bean Dip

$3.65 recipe / $0.45 serving

This creamy Black Bean Dip recipe uses simple ingredients to create a delicious, Mexican-inspired appetizer for your next party, potluck, or game day!

Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

$7.62 recipe / $1.90 serving

This Buffalo Cauliflower Wings recipe is what vegetarian dreams are made of! Tangy, flavorful, and perfect for game day, parties, or anytime!

Spanish Rice

$3.37 recipe / $0.42 serving

This recipe for Spanish Rice is made with 5 simple ingredients and is the perfect side dish for any Mexican-inspired meal. Easy & budget-friendly!

Greek Salad

$11.37 recipe / $1.42 serving

This easy Greek Salad recipe is full of fresh flavors and includes the most delicious homemade Greek dressing! A simple side dish for ANY meal.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

$4.57 recipe / $0.15 serving

This easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe makes deliciously chewy, cafe-quality cookies from basic pantry staples. No chilling time required!

Poached Eggs

Follow this simple method and learn how to make Poached Eggs with soft, runny yolks and firm whites every time! Perfect for breakfast or brunch.