Delicious Homemade Dinner Ideas (Vegetarian Friendly!)

After a hectic long day at work, we understand that you don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, slaving away over the hob! 

But instead of turning to a junk or processed food, there’s absolutely no reason you can’t spend a little bit of time putting together something delicious and healthy for your family to enjoy. 

With this in mind, we introduce you to six delicious vegetarian-friendly homemade dinner ideas that are quick, simple, and delicious in equal measure. 

Veggie Chili 

One of the most straightforward and most flavorsome veggie-friendly dinner ideas to make is chili. We love the fact that you can use whatever veggies you have, so you don’t need to rush out to the store to buy something that’s missing. 

The staple of the meal is kidney beans, but you can just as easily use black or haricot beans and still get the protein boost that is adequate for you. In addition, you can add spicy chili sauce to peppers, onions, garlic, and any other veggie that you have available. 

To serve it up to your family, it goes beautifully with rice or wholegrain tortillas. If you fancy something a little naughty, consider oven-baked sweet potato fries with a little bit of oil. 

Click here for a complete vegetarian chili recipe and instructions.

Eggplant Lasagne 

Italian food is rich, comforting, and indulgent. And an eggplant lasagne is a delicious way of enjoying everything you love about this famous Italian dish without needing to include meat in your recipe. 

Eggplant is rich in antioxidants, including Vitamin A and C, and helps your cells process sugar (ideal for those with Type 2 Diabetes). When included in a lasagne, it softens beautifully to complement the melted cheese and chewy lasagne sheets. 

You can also add a range of other veggies to your eggplant lasagne, including carrots, onions, and even greens. Ultimately, you won’t be disappointed by this vegetarian take on one of Italy’s most famous dishes. 

Click here for a complete eggplant lasagne recipe and instructions.

Asian Vegetable Stir Fry  

Few meals are as simple to put together as a stir fry. You can even buy pre-packaged stir fry mixtures in most supermarkets, so you don’t even have to prepare your veggies. But to make things a little more interesting, we recommend a crunchy Asian vegetable stir fry packed with flavor and nutrients. 

Combine the likes of tender stem broccoli, shiitake mushrooms, peppers, book Choy, and carrots to create a rich and healthy main meal for your family. You can get creative with your sauce but consider dark soy or sweet and sour option to accompany your veggies. 

Some vegetarians like to add tofu or seitan to their stir-fries to include even more protein, but it’s entirely up to you. Whatever you have, you will be surprised at how delicious vegetables can be! 

Click here for a complete Asian vegetable stir fry recipe and instructions. 

Homemade Seasonal Vegetable Pizza

If you have the time to roll out some dough using wholewheat flour, you can turn one of the world’s naughtiest foods into one of the healthiest! So do away with the lashings of cheese and meat and make your healthy pizza that the whole family can enjoy. 

Once you’ve prepared the base, put together a rich tomato puree with some herbs and spices to provide a kick. Then, top it with whatever veggies are in season! You can honestly put anything on top of a pizza but consider topping it with crumbled almonds instead of cheese to enhance its texture.  

You will almost certainly surprise yourself at how healthy a pizza can be when you put your mind to it. Then, consider serving it alongside a fresh garden salad drizzled with olive oil to boost this meal’s nutrient value even more. 

Click here for a completely vegetarian pizza recipe and instructions.

Bang Bang Cauliflower 

Cauliflower is a reasonably divisive veggie; it must be said. And to be fair, when it’s boiled and served just as it is, it’s not the most appetizing option out there! But for vegetarians, the humble cauliflower is super versatile and can be prepared in various ways. 

And one of the tastiest ways to enjoy cauliflower is to spice it up! Taking inspiration from the popular bang chicken dish, you can create an identical recipe by substituting the meat for cauliflower. 

Alongside delicious spices and chili, bang cauliflower provides a delightful crunch and is unbeatable when dipped in a homemade sour cream sauce. While it might not be hearty enough to serve up as a main meal, consider preparing a bowl of bang cauliflower as a starter or side dish, and your family will come back for more! 

Click here for a complete bang cauliflower recipe and instructions.

Halloumi Skewers 

Okay, so halloumi isn’t the healthiest option in the world, but it’s perfectly acceptable to indulge occasionally! And when combined with delicious, Greek-inspired veggies, there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t enjoy this delicious cheese as part of a healthy diet. 

You can stick whatever you like on your skewers, but we’d recommend grilled halloumi, peaches, peppers, and tomatoes to incorporate a variety of nutrients and next-level goodness! Alongside, prepare a honey-based dip and serve with rice and salad. 

This is a great one to introduce to the summer BBQ, and you will notice your friends ditching their hot dogs to clamor for your veggie skewers! 

Click here for a complete halloumi skewers recipe and instructions. 

Are You Ready to Up Your Home Cooking Game? 

The six delicious yet straightforward vegetarian recipes that we’ve introduced above should show you that following a plant-based diet doesn’t have to be boring! By switching out meat and making the most of seasonal veggies, you can boost the nutrient value of your meals and satisfy your family at the same time.