Our 15 Best Meatless Dinner Ideas

Grain bowls are easy to customize with your favorite veggies and proteins, and this Asian-inspired version is no different. Tofu, chickpeas, veggies, and rice all stack together before getting a drizzle of tangy sesame dressing.

Forget frozen veggie burgers. All you need are a handful of ingredients to create these crave-worthy black bean burgers. If you like your patties extra firm, many reviewers suggest using two eggs instead of one.

Heavy spices are balanced out with rich coconut milk in this vegan-friendly dish. "The recipe is great," says Feleesa. "I made double the recipe so that my family of four adults could have it for the workweek. They loved it!"

This one-pot dinner packs in plenty of veggies and protein thanks to the eggs. If you're serving heat-sensitive palates, dial back on the jalapeño and cayenne.

Recreate your takeout favorite at home with this easy pad Thai recipe. Don't skip the tamarind concentrate; it's worth searching for in Asian or Indian grocery stores because of its distinct tangy flavor. 

"I have made this recipe now several times, and it always comes out perfect," says LauraKKH. "Even people who hate spinach love this recipe."

Dress up your basic bean burrito with the addition of roasted sweet potatoes. This recipe makes a big batch of 12, but leftovers are perfect for freezing and reheating in the microwave.

Great for lunch or dinner, this sandwich filling features mashed chickpeas with mayo, herbs, and chopped veggies. Serve on a hearty slice of sourdough, or stuff into a pita.

Two types of cheese — ricotta and Monterey Jack — are featured in this ultra creamy recipe. Even spinach haters will be tempted to try a bite.

"I love these, and make them about 3 times each month," says Post-It Poet. "My vegetarian husband loves these as well."

This isn't your average veggie sandwich. Zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions are all grilled to perfection, before being tucked into focaccia bread with a tangy garlic mayo. 

For when you just need an easy and comforting dish for dinner, this vegan potato soup will check all the boxes. If you like a chunky soup, set aside a few scoops of vegetables before the puréeing step.

"This is a rich and hearty lentil curry, great as a main meal rather than as a side dish like the more traditional Indian dhal," says recipe creator Emma Maher. "Don't let the ingredient list faze you, this really is an easy dish to make."

"This may sound like a plain recipe, but believe me, it's wonderful," says recipe creator Melissa Mueller. "It is an easy-to-make Middle Eastern comfort food that combines lentils, rice and delicious fried onions."

Black and kidney beans pair up with chickpeas for this hearty plant-based chili. Set up a toppings bars — with favorites like cheese, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa — to everyone in the family can dress up their bowl of chili.