Even if you’re not normally a vegetarian or vegan, sometimes, meat just isn’t going to cut it. You’re craving veggies (the more colorful, the better); lean, plant-based proteins; and grains. Pastas, meat-free sandwiches, stir-fries—what’s not to like? Plant-based eating can sometimes get confused for boring, but this absolutely doesn’t have to be the case. There are so many ways to make plant-focused meals healthy and delicious and make Meatless Monday the best day of the week.
Don’t believe us? We’ve rounded up 30 swoon-worthy meatless meals that are so good, even the avowed carnivores among us will give them their seal of approval.
1. Caesar Salad

Source: Love & Lemons
2. Roasted Pepper Pizza with Arrabbiata Sauce

Source: Superman Cooks
3. Brussels Sprout Enchiladas

Source: Abra’s Kitchen
4. Cheesy Cauliflower Nachos

Source: Eating Bird Food
5. Pasta Al Limone

Source: By Erin Clarke of Well Plated
6. Vegetarian Tikka Masala

Source: The Toasted Pine Nut
7. Teriyaki Mushroom Lettuce Wraps

Source: Feasting at Home
8. Green Goddess Quesadillas

Source: Well and Full
9. Green Shakshuka

Source: Downshiftology
10. German Spaetzle with Mushroom Gravy

Source: Savory Nothings
11. White Beans with Mushrooms and Marinara

Source: Budget Bytes
12. Crispy Cauliflower Po’ Boy Sandwiches

Source: Love & Lemons
13. Kimchi Burritos

Source: Feasting at Home
14. Veggie Dumplings

Source: Superman Cooks
15. Vegan Creamy Mushroom Ramen

Source: Budget Bytes
16. Sweet Potato Curry

Source: Eating Bird Food
17. Mediterranean Farro Salad with Roasted Eggplant

Source: Abra’s Kitchen
18. Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

Source: The Rustic Foodie
19. Strawberry Salad with Chia Seed Vinaigrette

Source: A Sweet Pea Chef
20. Hash Brown Breakfast Pizza with Asparagus

Source: Snixy Kitchen
21. Cappellini with Blistered Tomatoes

Source: A House in the Hills
22. Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Source: By Erin Clarke of Well Plated
23. Lemon and Pea Risotto

Source: The Rustic Foodie
24. Black Bean Quinoa Veggie Burgers

Source: Emilie Eats
25. Pistachio-Crusted Whole Cauliflower with Pistachio Cream Sauce

Source: Snixy Kitchen
26. Super Green Frittata

Source: A House in the Hills
27. Chipotle Chickpea Taco Bowls

Source: A Sweet Pea Chef
28. Brown Butter Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Source: Chungah Rhee | Damn Delicious
29. Soba Noodles
30. Black Bean Tacos

Source: Cookie + Kate