25 Best Vegetarian Recipes
The best vegetarian recipes are loaded with flavorful, colorful ingredients, not boring substitutes. Our editors have built the best vegetarian meals, starting with protein-packed ingredients like eggs, tofu, beans, and more, then adding delectable sauces, drool-inducing sides, and enough "Wow!" that you'll never miss the meat. Whether you have taken the full vegetarian plunge or just want to mix it
Rösti Casserole with Baked Eggs
You'll love this Rösti Casserole with Baked Eggs. Why? Because rösti (pronounced RAW-stee or ROOSH-tee) is basically an irresistible form of hash browns, consisting of shredded potatoes that are cooked until browned and crisp along the edges. We have whittled down the calories in this traditional Swiss dish and added our own spin with a little grated turnip thrown in the mix for earthy-sweet flavor, plus a good dose of Greek yogurt for tang and extra protein. And we’ve turned the whole thing into a casserole that includes runny-yolked eggs. Serve with a colorful tossed salad for an easy brunch or breakfast-for-dinner option.
Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas with Ranchero Sauce
Homemade enchilada sauce adds authentic flavor that makes this dish truly memorable. Making it is an easy process that starts with dried ancho chiles, which provide medium heat, slightly smoky flavor, and a pleasing mix of fruity and bitter notes. Look for bags of dried ancho chiles on the Latin foods aisle of your supermarket; sometimes, you’ll also find them in the produce section. If you want a spicier sauce, toss a raw (whole) jalapeño or serrano pepper in the blender. Be sure to warm the tortillas according to package instructions; they’ll be more pliable when warm and less likely to tear.
Lentil-Barley Burgers with Fiery Fruit
These bunless burgers are wonderfully hearty, with a crisp exterior and chewy-creamy interior. Though they do admittedly require a good bit of prep, the results are well worth it (just read the reviews!). For whole-grain bonus points, use cooked whole-grain (also labeled “hulled”) barley instead of pearled barley, and swap in whole-wheat panko for traditional. You may just love these burgers so much that you’ll make a double batch next time; reviewers have noted that they freeze well. The fruit salsa is, as the recipe title states, fiery—the heat comes from the minced serrano chile. For a milder version, seed the chile, leave it out, or opt for a milder jalapeño or Fresno chile.
