29 No-Meat Mains You'll Want To Eat All The Time

Falafel buddha bowl

A gorgeous and delicious dinner bowl, packed with the goods: squash, falafel, bulgur, beets and a drizzle of nutty tahini dressing. Get this falafel bowl recipe.

Spicy crispy tofu noodle bowl

With this recipe, dinner's ready in under half an hour! Gochujang–a traditional Korean condiment–adds a spicy twist to this soba noodle dish that'll soon become a weekday go-to. Get this tofu noodle bowl recipe.

Green shakshuka

The mighty egg pulls double duty, serving as a great start to your morning or a hearty and healthy evening meal. Get the recipe.

Cauliflower chickpea wraps

Nutty roasted cauliflower and sweet roasted red pepper give these whole wheat wraps a ton of veggie-forward flavour. Get this cauliflower chickpea wraps recipe.

Sheet pan tofu with sesame and roasted vegetables

Looking for an easy and speedy meal option tonight? Toss everything onto a sheet pan, bake and voila! A delicious, minimal mess-meal in no time. Get this sheet pan tofu recipe.

Grilled satay tofu skewers

Coconut, curry and peanut marinated tofu gets crisped up on the grill for an amazingly simple and flavourful meatless skewer. Serve with a fresh and Thai herb salad for a complete meal. Get this grilled satay tofu skewers recipe.

Vegetarian haggis cottage pie

Try this hearty one-dish meal packed with plant-based protein and vegetables. Topped with fluffy mashed potatoes, it’s a comforting cold-weather meal for everyone. Get this vegetarian haggis cottage pie recipe.

Red lentil burger

A towering Friday-night burger that hits all the right notes with the juicy pickled onion, creamy sauce, and a hearty lentil patty. Get this red lentil burger recipe.

Vegan bolognese

You don't need meat to make a rich, hearty and protein-packed bolognese sauce. When you're ready to eat, sprinkle with nutritional yeast for a vegan-friendly cheesy flavour. Get this vegan bolognese recipe.

White beans on toast with arugula salad

Flavourful beans and a peppery side salad make this dinner combo a go-to for busy weeknights. Get this white beans on toast recipe.

Polenta with mushrooms and fried egg

This deceptively simple and elegant dish is flavourful and filling. Get this polenta recipe.

Squash salad with pumpkin seeds

A power salad packed with a ton of filling ingredients: beans, broccoli, squash, quinoa and dried cherries. Get this squash salad with pumpkin seeds recipe.

Lentil cakes in pita with yogurt

Using leftover lentils (we love a good shortcut) and the food processor means these flavourful lentil cakes are ready in no time. Cook them for just 3 minutes a side, and stuff them into a pita with fresh lettuce, cucumber, tomato, onion and spiced yogurt for a deliciously easy finish. Get this lentil cakes recipe.

Creamy vegetable coconut curry

Serving tip: Make this meal gluten-free, too by serving the curry over basmati rice. Get this vegetable coconut curry recipe.

Pita pizza with hummus and mint

A Middle-Eastern inspired pizza that’s topped with healthy veggies and protein-rich hummus. Get this pita pizza recipe.

Sweet chili tofu with broccoli slaw

When homemade is faster than takeout, it’s a no-brainer. So heat up your frying pans and try our 20-minute recipe for sweet and spicy tofu. Get this sweet chili tofu recipe.

Onion quiche in a potato crust

We first came up with this idea for a friend who loves quiche but is allergic to gluten, and it’s a house favourite for everyone now. Get this quiche recipe.

Mushroom rice bowl

This hearty veggie rice bowl is all you need for a filling meal. Bonus: It’s a two for one deal! Make our portobello fajitas one night, and this rice bowl for the next day’s lunch or dinner with the leftovers. Get this mushroom rice bowl recipe.

Cauliflower tacos

Quick, filling vegetarian tacos. Get this cauliflower taco recipe.

Lentil bolognese

A hearty, stick-to-your ribs pasta main that's perfect as we settle into winter. Get this lentil bolognese  recipe.

Sesame-ginger-beet quinoa bowl

Spice up your quinoa bowl with some sesame, ginger and beets for a colourful and healthy meatless meal. Get the recipe.

Kale, red pepper and quinoa toss

Tossed with pesto, lemon and parmesan, this fresh and nutritious dinner is on the table in no time. Get this kale, red pepper and quinoa recipe.

Red pepper and falafel cakes

Get a good start to the week with a protein-packed, vegetarian meal. Pair these stuffed pitas with a glass of full-bodied red wine (for the anti-oxidants!) and a zesty salad. Get this red pepper and falafel cakes recipe.

Spicy spaghettini with goat cheese, tomato & artichoke

Serve up an effortless Italian feast tonight. Artichokes, goat cheese and fresh tomatoes will make you (almost) feel like you’re dining in Tuscany.  Get this spaghettini recipe.

Faux pho

Laden with golden tofu and satiny noodles, this richly spiced Vietnamese comfort soup brings all the goods: veggies, protein, and mouthwatering flavour. Get this faux pho recipe.

Chickpea-falafel burger with cucumber

These delicious chickpea and lentil burgers will impress vegetarians and meat lovers too. Top with your favourite ingredients and enjoy. Get this veggie burger recipe.

Creamy bean salad with soft-boiled egg

Crisp and crunchy greens are tossed in a creamy dressing, with punch of protein from perfectly soft-boiled egg. Light, simple and delicious. Get this salad recipe.

Nutty ramen gado-gado salad

With on a few fresh ingredients, you’ve got a hearty noodle dish. Serve with an off-dry Canadian white wine. Get the recipe.

Creamy mushroom and barley pilaf

Packed with mushrooms, a sprinkle of parmesan and a boatload of flavour. Get the recipe.

Watch: How to make a vegetarian grain bowl