5 Quick & Easy Vegetarian Weeknight Meals

Weeknights can be busy, but that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice delicious and healthy meals. Here are 5 quick and easy vegetarian recipes that will get dinner on the table in no time:

1. One-Pan Roasted Vegetables

• Ingredients: Your favorite vegetables (like broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, onions), olive oil, salt, pepper, herbs (optional)
• Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.

2. Lentil Soup

• Ingredients: Lentils, vegetable broth, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, spices (like cumin, turmeric, curry powder)
• Instructions: Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in a pot. Add lentils, broth, garlic, and spices. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

3. Black Bean Burgers

• Ingredients: Canned black beans, oats, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, spices (like cumin, chili powder), your favorite burger toppings
• Instructions: Mash black beans in a bowl. Add oats, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, and spices. Mix well and form into patties. Grill, bake, or pan-fry until cooked through. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.

4. Tofu Scramble

• Ingredients: Tofu, vegetables (like mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers), spices (like turmeric, garlic powder), nutritional yeast (optional)
• Instructions: Crumble tofu and sauté in a pan with vegetables and spices. Add nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor. Serve with toast, tortillas, or rice.

5. Pasta Salad

• Ingredients: Pasta, your favorite vegetables (like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers), dressing (like vinaigrette or Italian dressing)
• Instructions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Combine pasta with vegetables and dressing. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

These are just a few ideas to get you started. There are endless possibilities when it comes to quick and easy vegetarian meals. Get creative in the kitchen and enjoy!