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10 Cheap Vegetarian Meals That Are Easy And Delicious

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These are 10 of the absolute best cheap vegetarian meals. They're quick and easy to make, most of them only take 30 minutes to cook and require minimal ingredients. A couple of them are naturally vegan, too. They're great dinner ideas for vegetarians or anyone wanting to reduce meat in their diet.

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Easy One Pot Mushroom Stroganoff
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this creamy mushroom stroganoff. Perfectly balanced with savoury mushrooms and a rich, tangy sauce, this dish is a delight for both vegetarians and vegans.
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Creamy mushroom stroganoff with parsley and noodles in a white bowl.
One Pot Mexican Rice Recipe
This delicious Mexican rice is a perfect side dish for any meal. It's packed with vegetables, easy to make, and perfect for meal prepping. This recipe is sure to become a family favourite.
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One pot Mexican rice in a skillet with avocado and tortilla chips.
The BEST Sweet Potato Curry
This sweet potato curry is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for any night of the week. Packed with nutritious ingredients and aromatic spices, it’s a delicious and healthy option that’s also great for meal prepping and freezing.
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Sweet potato curry with spinach in a white bowl.
Creamy Pesto Gnocchi with Spinach and Artichokes
Creamy pesto gnocchi! Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines the freshness of baby spinach, the tang of marinated artichokes, and the rich taste of gouda cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Spinach and artichoke gnocchi baked with cheese and pesto.
Easy 30-Minute Butternut Squash Curry
A delicious, comforting butternut squash curry that's perfect for any night of the week. This recipe is full of flavour, easy to prepare, and sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Butternut squash and chickpea curry with kale and rice.
The Best And Easiest Gnocchi Bake
This Gnocchi Bake is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that combines tender gnocchi with a creamy tomato and ricotta sauce, fresh spinach, and melty mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner!
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Baked gnocchi with lots of melted cheese.
5 Ingredient Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta
This creamy butternut squash pasta is a delicious and comforting dish, perfect for any time of the year. It's easy to make, packed with flavour, and uses simple, wholesome ingredients.
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Butternut squash pasta sauce with penne pasta topped with parmesan in a white bowl.
The BEST Creamy 30 Minute Mushroom Tagliatelle
Creamy mushroom pasta recipe! A decadent dish with fresh mushrooms, velvety sauce, and al dente pasta. The perfect 30-minute dinner.
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Mushroom pasta with herbs and parmesan.
Stuffed Peppers with Rice Recipe
Rice stuffed peppers! Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, these peppers are filled with a delicious mixture of rice, olives, feta, and marinated cherry tomatoes. They are easy to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavour!
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Stuffed peppers with rice and tomatoes topped with feta and herbs on a baking tray.
Easy One Pot Rice and Peas
This delicious and fragrant rice and peas dish is a Caribbean-inspired classic, perfect as a side or a main course. Infused with aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and hearty kidney beans, it's a flavorful and satisfying meal that's easy to prepare.
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Easy rice and peas in a pot with green onions.

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  1. Pauline

    These recipes look delicious. I have just decided to do Meatless May, & they are exactly what I was looking for, thank you.

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    • Deborah Rainford

      Amazing! Meatless May sounds like a great idea. So much fresh veg and fruit coming into season! So happy that the recipes are going to be helpful! 🙂

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