Satisfying Meatless Monday Dinners for Two
- Roasted Vegetable Lasagna
- Vegetable Lo Mein
- Lemon Veggie Pasta
- Vegan Cauliflower Tacos with Crispy Coconut Crust & Sweet Mustard Sauce
- Vegetarian “BLT” Sandwiches
- Easy Eggplant Parmesan
- Grilled Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers
- General Tso’s Tofu
- Ricotta Mushroom Pizza
- Vegan Chickpea Curry (Chana Masala)
- Peanutty Quinoa Bowls with Baked Tofu
- Ravioli with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
- Sticky Sesame Cauliflower
- Spinach Ricotta Crescent Wrap
- Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes
Roasted Vegetable Lasagna
Most lasagna recipes make large portions, but if you don’t have many mouths to feed try this vegetarian lasagna for two. Made with roasted veggies, a creamy white sauce and crumbled goat cheese, it’s a great “clean-out-the-fridge” kind of meal and a delicious alternative to classic lasagna. Get the recipe here.
Vegetable Lo Mein
Stir fry dishes are a great option for vegetarian meals and adaptable to whichever veggies you have on hand. This quick and easy recipe uses classic lo mein ingredients, including carrots, bell peppers and snow peas. Feel free to add some tofu for extra protein, if desired.
Lemon Veggie Pasta
Mondays are hard, but you can get through them easier with a partner or friend, thanks to this budget-friendly lemon veggie pasta for two. Bulked up with great northern beans, plus a combination of frozen and fresh veggies, it comes together in less than 30 minutes and makes for a simple yet delicious meal. Get the recipe here.
Vegan Cauliflower Tacos with Crispy Coconut Crust & Sweet Mustard Sauce
Cauliflower is one of the most versatile veggies out there, and it can easily stand in for animal proteins if you’re not afraid to get creative! This plant-based recipe coats it with a chipotle-flavored, crispy panko-coconut mixture before baking it to crispy perfection. Stuffed into tacos with a sweet mustard sauce and your favorite fresh toppings, it’s guaranteed to win you over.
Vegetarian “BLT” Sandwiches
Pan-fried halloumi stands in for the bacon in these hearty vegetarian BLT’s. If you’ve never had halloumi, it’s a tasty, salty semi-soft cheese native to the island of Cyprus. Thanks to its high melting point, it’s often used in place of meat in grilled or fried vegetarian dishes. Get the recipe here.
Easy Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant parmesan is another Italian classic that most recipes make boatloads of. If you’re looking to indulge a bit (but not for the whole week), turn to this easy scaled-down recipe that will keep you more than satisfied.
Grilled Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers
For a healthy and filling vegetarian dinner for two, turn to these grilled Mediterranean stuffed peppers. If it’s not grill season where you are, you can easily char the peppers under the broiler, then stuff and bake everything together until the cheese is melted and browned. Get the recipe here.
General Tso’s Tofu
Much-loved general Tso’s chicken gets an impressive vegetarian makeover with this easy recipe. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s made with firm tofu and a lovely sticky-sweet sauce that’s a healthier yet no less delicious replica of the original.
Ricotta Mushroom Pizza
Craving pizza on a Monday? We feel you. To keep things on the healthier side, try this delicious vegetarian recipe with ricotta, “meaty” baby bella mushrooms and a 30-minute homemade crust. It’s also got the ultra creamy, mouthwatering addition of burrata (who needs meat?!).
Vegan Chickpea Curry (Chana Masala)
In just 30 minutes, you can have this warming vegan curry dish on the table and ready to enjoy by you and your dinner guest. Not only does chana masala taste incredible with its array of Indian spices that infuse the creamy sauce, but it’s also as filling as anything made with meat. Get the recipe here.
Peanutty Quinoa Bowls with Baked Tofu
Veggie bowls are always a good idea, especially for those days when you need to get some more roughage in your diet. These ones are filled with protein-rich quinoa, bell peppers, broccoli and baked tofu in a creamy peanut sauce you’ll want to put on everything. Get the recipe here.
Ravioli with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
This comforting fresh cheese ravioli in a parmesan cream sauce is just the meal you need to start your week off on a delicious note. Topped with crispy broiled breadcrumbs and fresh chives, it’s definitely the kind of meal that will bring you and your dining companion closer. Get the recipe here.
Sticky Sesame Cauliflower
Cauliflower wins again for best meat substitute in Chinese takeout dishes. In this recipe, the cruciferous veggie gets battered and baked, before being tossed in an irresistible sticky sesame sauce. It’s the next best thing to the original and way healthier, too.
Spinach Ricotta Crescent Wrap
This quick and easy vegetarian meal is perfect for sharing with a loved one. Filled with cheesy spinach and bell peppers and made with store-bought crescent dough, it’s like a cross between a calzone and stromboli. Get the recipe here.
Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes
This easy recipe for two makes for a hearty meatless Monday dinner that will fill you up and get your week started on a healthy note. Baked sweet potatoes are stuffed to the brim with chickpeas, kale and mushrooms, plus garlic and as much butter as you please.
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