Healthy Vegetarian Recipes (16+ Italian-Inspired)

Don’t miss out on these 16+ mouthwatering Healthy Vegetarian Recipes! These are ideal recipes to get your family to eat more nutritious meals in the weeks to come. So, don’t hesitate to choose your favorite recipe and get ready to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal!

 

6 different dishes for Vegetarian Recipes that are Italian Inspired!

Need new ideas for weeknight meals? 

Delicious, healthy vegetarian meals that are easy to whip up. Plus, some vegan recipes are included! Besides, all of these recipes are great ideas for dinner, including recipes that can be made ahead and freeze.  Perfect!  🙂

 

16+ Healthy Vegetarian Recipes

1. Best Zucchini Lasagna – Without Noodles ~ Thin slices of zucchini, instead of noodles make this the BEST zucchini lasagna because it’s low-carb, gluten-free, keto-friendly, and a definite crowd-pleaser! To complete the meal, serve it with any one of these 10 healthy vegetables soups and call it a day.

A white baking dish with a zucchini lasagna covered with melted cheese.

 

2. Vegetable Bolognese with Pappardelle ~ This is the most delicious vegetable Bolognese and it’s one without the meat!  It’s easy to make for busy weeknights, and perfect for Sunday dinners.  Serve it with some sautéed spinach with tomatoes and some crusty Italian bread for dinner.

A close up of Vegetable Bolognese with Pappardelle on a blue dinner plate.

 

3. String Beans Tomato Potato Stew ~ No need to simmer for hours, only 20 to 25 minutes is all it needs, and it’s done!  No fancy equipment is required either, just a large saucepot and a good knife.  Simple, yet most delicious! And, try it with our brothy white beans soup as a side.

String Beans Tomato Potato Stew served in a white plate.

 

4. Easy Vegetable Risotto ~ A delicious dish loaded with Arborio rice and a mixture of frozen chopped vegetables becomes a quick and easy meal!  Then serve it with a simple green salad, or with our arugula beet and goat cheese salad for a delicious dinner.

A risotto served on a white dinner plate with mixed vegetables.

5. Quinoa Stuffed Zucchini ~ Loaded with flavorful ingredients, these are low-cal veggies served with a high-protein grain, making them a wonderful alternative to pasta and rice. Serve it with a green bean and carrot salad for a delicious vegetarian meal!

2 zucchini boats stuffed with quinoa and cheese.

6.  Black Bean and Rice Soup ~ This soup is thick, flavorful, very filling, and budget-friendly!  A win-win all the way! Serve it with some deviled eggs as the appetizer, then serve the soup as the main course for a satisfying meal.

A bowl of a beans and rice soup with a spoon.

7.  Avocado Toast for Breakfast ~ it’s not just for breakfast anymore! Plus, it requires no-cooking and provides the essential fat, fiber, vitamins, and energy to get your day going! Serve it with our caprese-style omelet, for one fabulous meal!

Avocado Toast for Breakfast by 2sistersrecipes.com

8.  Asian-Style Cappellini Pasta with Vegetables ~ A delicious quick-and-easy meal that’s ready in 20 minutes!  No need to order “Take-Out” with this recipe! Serve it with a side of our celery soup, and dinner is done!

Capellini Pasta topped with stir-fry vegetables served on a silver platter.

9.  Easy Stuffed Mini Eggplants ~ Loaded with freshly chopped vegetables and fresh basil and baked in the oven, make these eggplants a delicious meal all alone! But go ahead and serve it with delicious crunchy broccoli raisins walnut salad and enjoy.

 Eggplants sliced open and filled with vegetables and baked, served on a white platter.

10.  Easy Vegetarian Chili ~ A hearty weeknight meal everyone will enjoy! Loaded with vegetables and three kinds of beans, along with enough chili powder to give it some heat!  It’s so good. Serve it with our cheesy mini biscuits for dipping – it’s the best!

Easy Vegetarian Chili by 2sistersrecipes.com

11.  Crustless Spinach and Cheese Quiche ~ This is the perfect dish to whip up in minutes for an easy lunch or dinner, and it will keep you feeling full and satisfied for hours. Serve it with a endive pear walnut salad on the side for a delicious meal. Great to make ahead too!

A glass baking dish with a baked crustless quiche filled with spinach and cheese.

12.  Zucchini Rollatini with Spinach and Cheese ~ This recipe is everyone’s favorite and it never disappoints!  Zucchini stuffed and rolled then baked until it is heated through, makes a fabulous meal for the whole family. Serve it with a side of creamy mashed potatoes to soak up some of that delicious sauce.

A glass casserole dish filled with Zucchini Rollatini with Spinach and Cheese, and topped with tomato sauce.

13.  Easy Baked Ratatouille ~ An easy stew made with a mixture of vegetables and baked until they are tender and melts in your mouth.  This recipe is low-fat, gluten-free, vegan, and ridiculously delicious!  Serve it with some steamed rice, or quinoa to complete the meal.

A white oval serving platter filled with mixed vegetables baked as ratatouille.

14.  Dad’s Favorite Vegetarian Italian Stew ~ is gently simmered in a delicious broth made with fresh herbs, Swiss chard, fresh tomatoes, and yellow potatoes.  Simple, easy, and very tasty!  Serve it with a side of crusty bread or with Liz’s pita pizza for a filling meal.

A bowl of Dad's favorite Vegetarian Italian Stew.

15.  Best Eggplant “Manicotti” Casserole ~ A great way to eat your favorite “manicotti” without all the carbs, and it makes for an easy dinner casserole! Served with a side of our easy sautéed broccolini and dinner is done!

An Eggplant rolled up and stuffed with ricotta cheese in the center.

16. Roasted Eggplant “Meatballs” ~ These are AMAZING – to say the least! This recipe combines 2 eggplants, grated cheese, fresh basil, cooked quinoa, eggs, and some bread crumbs. So good, everyone will fall in love with them! Serve them crusty bread on the side for dipping.

A blue pot with tomato sauce, wooden spoon and eggplant meatballs.

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