There are a couple of misconceptions about vegetarian food. The first is that vegetarian food is boring. The second is that you need meat to fill you up. Neither is true. It is possible to make boring vegetarian food, of course, just as it’s possible to make a boring version of any food, but it doesn’t have to be that way. We’ve chosen 6 vegetarian recipes that will make every meal delicious, interesting and full of flavour.
Roasted Cauliflower and Pistachio Salad by Niamh Browne
Niamh Browne’s cauliflower salad is one of those multi-functional recipes that is as perfect for dinner as it is for lunch or even as a side dish. Sweet roasted cauliflower is perfectly combined with spices and pistachios and tossed in a mouthwatering dressing. Find this recipe here.
Quinoa Sushi by Indy Power
This vegetarian sushi recipe by Indy Power is about as healthy as it gets, and you don’t have to sacrifice flavour. Even better, this recipe uses up whatever vegetables you have in the fridge, so it's versatile. It’s the perfect light lunch or dinner when you’re looking for something a bit different. Find this recipe here.
Rye Pumpernickel Avocado Toast by Niamh Browne
This is another recipe that would make a gorgeous light lunch or supper. It’s a simple vegetarian dish that’s full of flavour. The contrast in texture between the crunchy pumpernickel toast and the mashed avocado makes it a joy to eat. Best of all, this recipe can be thrown together in minutes. Find this recipe here.
Wild Garlic, Kale and Grapefruit Linguine by Imen McDonnell
Grapefruit in a pasta dish? Trust us, it works! Zested grapfruit adds a wonderfully citrusy twist to this recipe. It works perfectly with the salty parmesan, but of course you could replace this with any vegetarian hard cheese for that delicious savoury hit. Find this recipe here.
Cumin Bread with Smoked Aubergine by Chetna Makan
If you’re looking to impress, you can’t go wrong with Chetna Makan’s stunning Cumin Bread with Smoked Aubergine. The vibrant bread is a gorgeous accompaniment to Chetna’s simply spiced aubergine stew. And as Chetna was a Great British Bake Off semi-finalist, you can trust that the bread will be perfect everytime! Find and buy this recipe and more from ‘The Cardamom Trail’ here. More recipes: Cattle Ranch Barbeque Sauce