Fast and Flavorful: 9 Vegetarian Dinners Ready in 15 Minutes or Less

Busting the Myth: Vegetarian Cooking is Quick and Easy

Many people assume that vegetarian cooking is time-consuming and complicated, but with a little creativity and the right ingredients, you can whip up a delicious and satisfying vegetarian meal in no time.

Satisfy Your Cravings with These Quick Vegetarian Dinners

From noodle soup to veggie wraps, we’ve got you covered with these 9 quick and easy vegetarian dinner ideas that can be ready in 15 minutes or less.

Quick and Delicious Options

• Veggie Lo MeinWhip up this super-quick lo mein packed with your favorite veggies and twisty ramen noodles. Add cubed tofu for an extra protein boost.
• Street-Style Corn TostadasSalty, creamy, and sweet all at once, this street-style corn makes the perfect topping for a bean-smeared tostada. No cotija cheese? Feta is a great substitute. Feel free to sauté extra veggies to add some extra flavor.
• Tomato Egg Drop SoupThis 10-minute noodle soup is the definition of a quick fix. Hearty and flavorful, it’s the perfect cure for a case of the hangries. Fresh tomatoes and scallions give it a boost of flavor.
• Kimchi Quinoa BowlsToss spicy kimchi with quinoa and kale, then top it with an egg. This is the perfect way to use up leftover quinoa and satisfy your cravings.
• Avocado-Chickpea Salad Collard WrapsDitch the sautéing and use a giant collard leaf as a wrap instead. Fill it with creamy avocado-chickpea salad (think vegetarian chicken salad) or your favorite sandwich fillings.
• Turkish Lentil SaladThis protein-rich lentil salad is just as delicious on its own as it is over a bed of greens. Use canned lentils for a quicker option, but we think dried-then-cooked lentils taste better. Simply boil them for 10 minutes while prepping everything else.
• Protein PastaThis pasta dish is healthier than it seems. Pile lentil pasta, garlicky kale, tomato sauce, and Parmesan into a skillet and cook until bubbly. Dig in and enjoy!
• Bean and Eggplant CasseroleServe this spicy, creamy casserole with salad and rice or crusty bread for a dinner packed with good-for-you ingredients. And the best part? It’s completely vegan!
• Veggie Pita PizzasThis veg-heavy “pit-za” is a hybrid between flatbread and your favorite take-out dinner. Mound your favorite veggies over tomato sauce, add cheese if you like, and stick it in the oven. Dinner is done!