To help you answer the question “what’s for dinner?” here’s a selection of easy vegan main dish recipes you’ll find here on VegKitchen. Great vegan dinners, many of which are quick and easy—can be on the table in 30 minutes or so.
Though this isn't an exhaustive listing of all the possible dinner fare here on VegKitchen (after all, you can serve brunch dishes for dinner, or combine soups and sandwiches or salads—make sure to explore other recipes and categories on theRecipes Galorepage), you’ll find plenty to choose from in this at-a-glance listing. Pictured at top, Miso Ginger Red Beans with Quinoa and Broccoli.
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Asian Noodle Dishes
- Vegetable Lo Mein
- Hoisin-Glazed Bok Choy with Tofu and Soba Noodles
- Pineapple Coconut Noodles
- Easy Vegan Pad Thai
- Pad Thai with Spicy Peanut Sauce
- Orange Sesame Noodles
- Asian Noodle Platter with Crisp Veggies and Peanut Sauce
- Fresh Chinese Noodles with Mixed Mushrooms and Spinach
- Pan-Fried Sesame Noodles and Broccoli
- Noodles with Peanut Sauce, Broiled Kale, and Butternut Squash
- Japanese Noodles with Tempeh and Vegetables
- Soba Noodles with Tofu, Tomatoes, and Basil
- Vegetable Chow Mein
- Szechuan-Style Eggplant with Noodles
- Asian Noodles with Napa Cabbage, Mushrooms, and Tofu
- Asian Noodles with Spicy Stir-Fried Corn and Cabbage
Burritos, Enchiladas, and Other Tortilla Dishes
- Basic Bean Burritos
- Mashed Potato Burritos
- Big Quesadillas with Black Beans, Broccoli, and Portabellas
- Cauliflower Power Tacos
- Quinoa Tacos
- Super Easy Tortilla Casserole
- Black Bean Tostadas
- Quesadillas with Sweet Potatoes, Zucchini, and Corn
- Big Quesadillas with Refried Beans, Spinach, and Avocado
- Avocado Quesadillas
- Yellow Rice and Black Bean Burritos
- Pinto Bean and Corn Soft Tacos
- Bountiful Vegetable Burritos
Casseroles andOther Comfort Foods
- Vegan Macaroni and Cheese
- Hearty Vegetable Pot Pie
- Quinoa, Broccoli, and Vegan Cheese Casserole
- Baked Risotto
- Classic Veggie Shepherd’s Pie
- Butternut Squash and Mixed Mushroom Lasagna
- Sweet and White Potato Casserole with Apples
- Mozzarella Mashed Potato Pie
- Mom’s “Tuna”-Noodle Casserole
- Black Bean and Zucchini Tortilla Casserole
Quinoa, Broccoli, and Vegan Cheese Casserole; photo by Rachael Braun
Main Dishes Featuring Grains and/or Beans
- Savory Stuffed Winter Squash
- Jamaican-Style Spicy Beans
- Quinoa with Cauliflower, Cranberries, and Nuts
- Valencian-Style Rice and Red Beans
- Tropical Quinoa and Black Beans
- Quinoa and Mushroom Stuffed Peppers
- Pink Bean, Quinoa, and Spinach Soup
- Miso-Ginger Red Beans with Quinoa and Broccoli
- Pinto Bean and Quinoa Sloppy Joes
- Quinoa with Edamame and Oranges
- Black Bean Hemp Protein Patties
- Polenta with Black Beans and Spinach
- Hummus and Quinoa Wraps
- Skillet Black Beans with Potatoes and Tortillas
- Thai Chickpea Almond Curry
- Quinoa Paella
Pasta Entrées
- Pasta Puttanesca (Pasta with Olive Sauce)
- Pasta with Pesto, Potatoes, and Green Beans
- Vegan Spinach-Mushroom Lasagna
- Pasta, Beans, and Greens with Creamy Cashew Sauce
- Pasta Arabiatta
- Pasta Curry with Cauliflower and Chickpeas
- Penne with Chard and Beans
- Pasta with Roasted Vegetables and Olives
- Mixed Vegetable Lasagna
- Cincinnati “Chili Mac”
- Tortellini or Ravioli in Sweet Potato Sauce
- Pasta, Greens, and Beans in Creamy Cashew Sauce
Pizzas
- Verdant Veggie Pesto Pizza
- Roasted Veggie Pizza
- Garlicky Fresh Tomato and Basil Pizza
- Pizza with Onions, Peppers, and Artichokes
- Mixed Olives and Spinach Pizza
- White Pizza with Asparagus and Spinach
- Artichoke, Green Pea, and Vegan Cheddar Pizza
- Two-Onion Pizza
- White Pizza with Sweet Potato and Carmelized Onions
- Mexican Pizza
- Fresh Tomato, Eggplant, and Olive Pizza
Seitan Recipes
- Dilip’s Lime Jerk Seitan with Kale
- Seitan and Polenta Skillet with Fresh Greens
- “Buddhist’s Delight” (Seitan and Vegetable Stew)
- Cornmeal-Crusted Seitan
- Seitan and Mushrooms in Paprika Cream
- Tofu and Seitan Sauté with Easy Gravy
- BBQ-Flavored Seitan and Avocado Wraps
- Seitan “Peppersteak” with Bean Thread Noodles
- Seitan Chow Fun
- Seitan Gyros
- Sweet-and-Sour Seitan and Vegetables
- Seitan, Mushroom and Onion Stir-Fry
- Seitan Peppersteak
- Seitan “Meat and Potatoes” Stew
- Seitan and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Stews & Chilis
- Classic Vegetarian Chili
- Moroccan-Style Vegetable Stew
- Quick Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili
- Curried Sweet Potatoes with Chard and Chickpeas
- Italian Vegetable Ragout with Chard
- Brazilian-Inspired Black Bean Stew
- Golden Hominy Chili
- Curried Mixed Vegetable Stew
- South American Harvest Stew
Tofu, Tempeh, and Vegan Sausage Main Dishes
- Spinach, Broccoli, and Tomato Scrambled Tofu
- Stir-Fried Tofu with Spring Greens
- Classic Tofu Quiche
- Citrus Roasted Tofu
- Tempeh Tamale Pie
- Kung Pao Broccoli and Tofu
- Thai Coconut Tempeh with Pineapple Salsa
- Barbecued-Flavored Roasted Tempeh and Vegetables
- BBQ-Flavored White Beans with Sausage and Spinach
- Easy Curried Sweet Potato and Tofu Stew
- Broccoli Frittata
- Tempeh, Kale, and Sweet Potato Skillet
- Tangy Tempeh with Portabella Mushrooms
- Gently Curried Tofu Burgers
- Potatoes and Collard Greens with Vegan Sausage
- Tofu Rancheros
- Tofu with Balsamic-Roasted Italian Vegetables
- Mediterranean Tofu
- Sautéed Tofu with Green Veggies
