Quick Cheap Vegetarian Dinner Ideas

Quick Cheap Vegetarian Dinner Ideas

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Everyone is feeling the pinch at the moment, but with a bit of planning time, it’s possible to enjoy tempting and exciting meals that are still inexpensive. From paneer to tofu, butter beans to broccoli, there are so many ways to eat healthy, nutritious vegetarian meals on a budget.

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Here we take a deep dive into our 19 favourite budget vegetarian recipes, bringing you interesting, varied and most importantly low-cost meat-free dinners.

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When it comes to keeping costs down, there are a few killer ingredients to have in your arsenal that will make sure your dinners are full of flavour no matter what. For savouriness, stock up on soy sauce, miso, Marmite, and mustard. Lemons and vinegars are great to have around for adding sourness to sauces, curries, and for salad dressings. For plenty of protein and to bulk up your dinners to keep you full for longer, lentils and beans are invaluable (the dried variety is the cheapest way to buy them). To add texture and interest to dishes, things like crispy fried shallots or fried breadcrumbs are brilliant to have around (just whizz up old bread ends in a blender and freeze them ready to toast in a pan with some salt and any finely chopped herbs of your choosing). Hot sauces and pickled chillis are invaluable as condiments if you like things spicy.

For the best bulk prices on vegetarian ingredients, it’s often a good idea to check the World Food aisle of supermarkets, paying particular attention to the bottom aisle which is where the biggest and cheapest per gram items can be found. If you have a local South Asian or Asian supermarket, these are often a great place to find spices, sauces, nuts, and rice and noodles at cheaper prices. You can also browse our cuisine specific online grocers feature to find many hard-to-find ingredients at lower prices.

Tofu is a cheap source of protein, and here Ravinder Bhogal serves it with a moreish caramel and sichuan pepper sauce. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, crispy shallots and coriander for a meal that looks and tastes the part.

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This spinach and paneer rice dish is an easy one-pot that packs in loads of flavour with ginger, garlic, chilli and garam masala. It’s full of protein from the paneer and the rice will keep you full.

A head of cauliflower can be bought for less than a £1 so cauliflower recipes are a great way to go veggie on budget. Here they’re marinated harissa and yoghurt then sprinkled with smoked almonds and pickled chillis. A perfect Friday night meal, that isn’t going to cost you much.

Paneer rears its head again in this moreish koftas, made with mashed potato in a moreish cashew nut and creamy gravy. Trust us, these are a special treat to have in your arsenal, and the nuts are a great source of protein for vegetarians.

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This easy filo pie is filled with feta and frozen spinach, peas and sweetcorn – all inexpensive but full of flavour. The prep time is a lovely 15 mins so it’s a great choice for a quick midweek meal.

When you want a budget pasta but don’t just want a jar of sauce, try this red pepper pesto treat. We love it with casarecce, but use whichever shape is your favourite.

Eggs are an inexpensive source of protein, so try them with quintessential Greek flavours of olive oil, courgettes, dill and feta in this frittata. Enjoy warm, or leftovers make for a great picnic or packed lunch.

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This tamarind aubergine dish is full of tangy flavour and is lovely served with rice or chapatis. The cripsy onions and asafoetida add so much flavour.

For a 30 minute, frugal spaghetti, try this roasted cherry and tarragon version. It’s a little different from your usual pasta pomodoro, and uses a little cream and fresh tarragon which compliments the sweet tomatoes beautifully.

This simple one-pot combines butter beans, harissa and sweet red peppers in a bright stew that can be made up to 3 days ahead. Sprinkle lots of feta cheese over and serve with pitta breads.

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A caponata is a Sicilian stew, and here we’ve simplified it to a quick traybake. It’s traditionally served at room temperature, and is a lovely dinner served with crusty bread and a few toasted pine nuts and basil leaves on top.

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Lentils are a wonderful source of protein that won’t cost you much. Enjoy them here in this spiced dhal with spinach and tomatoes for extra health points. You’ll be hoping for leftovers…

A simple stir fry is always a winner. Here sweet, sticky, homemade General Tso sauce – a staple of Chinese restaurants in North America – is the secret. Serve with steamed rice and broccoli for a complete meal.

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This Middle Eastern-style soup is full of lentils, spices and spinach, and topped with fried onions and pine nuts. The lemon juice is really important and really lifts the whole thing. Once you’ve tried it, you’ll be making this again and again.

Another Friday night favourite that won’t cost as much as a takeaway… Our sweet potato chilli nachos will keep you full and are made with smoked paprika and black beans AND tortilla chips. Serve with soured cream and cheddar cheese and dig in!

Everyone loves halloumi, and in this low-cost meal we’ve paired it with sprouting broccoli served on a bed of herby couscous. The best bit? It’s drizzled with a sweet and creamy tahini dressing, and under £2 a portion.

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Mushrooms are £1 a punnet, so enjoy them in this budget curry that can be amped up with chickpeas or peas. The fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi) in the sauce are addictive – watch out!

Once you’ve made a batch of dough, a pizza can go so many routes. We love a simple margherita, but pizzas are also a great way to finish off any odds and ends of veg in your fridge drawer: try courgette, thinly sliced potato, leek or broccoli.

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Here we’ve twisted the usual cacio e pepe and served it with potato gnocchi. Made with just six ingredients, this will be a comforting favourite in no time.Wondering what to make for dinner when you are craving something vegetarian? Whether you are a vegetarian looking for an easy weeknight dinner idea, or a meat-lover looking for a plant-based recipe to make for Meatless Monday, you have come to the right place. We have rounded up over 60 of the most popular and best easy vegetarian dinner recipes including vegetarian pastas, high protein vegetarian dinners, wholesome stuffed vegetables, hearty vegetarian soups, better than takeout Chinese vegetarian dinner ideas, v

Easy Vegetarian Meal Prep

Eggplant Parmesan is a vegetarian Italian dish made featuring tender eggplant slices coated in crispy breadcrumbs, melty cheese, and baked in tomato sauce.

Homemade falafel are delicious, golden brown and crispy on the outside, fluffy tender and soft inside. Plus, they're vegan, loaded with plant-based protein. One of my favorite vegetarian meals.

Quick and easy pesto penne pasta is a simple and light Italian pasta dish made with just five ingredients in under 15 minutes but with maximum flavor. The easiest dinner perfect for busy weeknights.

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Easy 20-minute one pot lentils is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with protein. It's immune boosting properties makes it the perfect comfort food. It's one of the best vegan dinners.

Easy vegan stuffed bell peppers are filled with brown rice, mushrooms, veggies, and seasonings, then baked for 40 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight dinner.

Minestrone soup is a hearty, healthy, nourishing, and delicious classic Italian soup, packed with vegetables and pasta simmered in a rich tomato broth.

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Cheap Budget Friendly Vegetarian Meals

Quick, easy, and simple, vegan tofu and mushroom stir fry is a delicious meal that is ready in under 15 minutes. Serve it over a bowl of steamed rice.

Vegetarian cauliflower tacos are loaded with air-fried or baked cauliflower, a delicious seasoning blend, and creamy lime cilantro slaw inside a tortilla.

This Vegetarian Bolognese is a quick and easy vegetable-packed pasta with the flavor, texture, and goodness of a traditional Bolognese without the meat.

Best Easy Vegetarian Recipes

Sweet Potato Yellow Curry is a flavorful and delicious vegetarian dish that is quick and easy to make any day of the week in under 30 minutes.

Quick and easy skillet Neapolitan margherita pizza has an iconic thin and soft crust with a perfectly crisp exterior, and simple and fresh toppings.

Cheesy Baked Gnocchi is quick and easy comfort food made all in one pot with chewy bites of gnocchi, a simple tomato-based sauce, and gooey melty cheese.

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Creamy Parmesan (No Wine) Risotto is a rich, creamy, and comforting classic Italian dish that may be intimidating but is actually quick and easy to make.

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These Sheet Pan Quesadillas are loaded with veggies and gooey cheese, baked in the oven until crispy, and made to feed a crowd in just 30 minutes.

Lentil Stew is a hearty and filling

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