Meat free, dairy free and as always gluten free. Get your fill of gluten and dairy free vegetarian recipes here. Find a wide assortment of creamy casseroles, hearty stews, protein packed pots and so much more!
Looking for recipes that are not only gluten free, but dairy free and vegetarian friendly as well? Scroll through the following recipes below for a little dinner-time inspiration!
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This collection features recipes that are easy to make with minimal prep and little clean up needed at the end.
Gluten and Dairy Free Vegetarian Mains
GF & DF Vegetarian Mains
Plant forward, protein packed and always delicious - this collection of recipes features mains that are gluten free, dairy free and meat-free!
Za'atar Spiced Pasta with Chickpeas and Spinach
Bright, earthy and supremely satisfying – this Za’atar Spiced Pasta makes for a fantastic weeknight meal that comes together easier than you'd think!
Satay Sweet Potato Curry
Made all in one pot, packed full of healthy ingredient and cooks up in under 30 minutes. | Grain Free + Dairy Free + Vegan
Potato Curry
Pan fried potatoes and broccoli with sautéed onion, garlic, ginger and chili generously seasoned with a few aromatic spices and stewed tomatoes.
Vegetarian Black Bean Tacos & Mango Guacamole
Black bean tacos just got a whole lot more interesting with this quick-stewed, smokey skillet recipe! The tomato-y black bean filling comes together all in one skillet with spicy, earthy, smokey spices in just about 30 minutes. While the filling cooks up, mix and mash together the super easy and delicious mango guacamole.
Leek and Mushroom Pasta
This Leek and Mushroom Pasta is a jazzed up aglio e olio with sautéed leeks and mushrooms. It can be easily made in under 20 minutes with only 8 basic ingredients making it great weeknight dish you can throw together at a moments notice!
Roasted Root Vegetable Stew
Simply dice and season your veggies then pop in the oven, to transform your basic blend of root vegetables into tender and caramelised pieces. While the veggies roast, the tomato sauce comes together quickly and effortlessly on the stove top, ready to welcome the roasted veggies once you're all set!
Mediterranean Chickpea Stew with Spinach & Feta
Mediterranean Chickpea Stew with Spinach & Feta - all made in one pan in under 20 minutes! Sautéed red onion and garlic with Mediterranean spices stewed with chopped tomatoes, chickpeas and spinach.
Zucchini and Cannellini Tomato Stew
Humble ingredients make for big flavours in this super simple one-pot meal. This dish is great to make when you don’t have much in the house. In just about 30 minutes you’ll see how a couple of canned goods can be transformed into a healthy, hearty and delicious meal.
Tomato Basil Coconut Chickpea Curry
One pot, 30 minute Tomato Basil Coconut Chickpea Curry - sautéed onions, garlic and gingered stewed in crushed tomatoes, coconut milk and a few herbs and spices make for a simple yet satisfying and delicious meal you can make without too much fuss!
Golden Cauliflower Quinoa Curry
Golden Cauliflower Quinoa Curry - creamy turmeric spiced cauliflower and quinoa stewed together with crushed tomatoes, coconut milk and spinach. This hearty dish comes together all in one pot in about 30 minutes!
Creamy Cashew Tomato Pasta
Blended up cashews make the base of the ultra-creamy tomato sauce and the nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, salty flavour that you’d normally get from parmesan.
Vegan Lentil Meatballs
Made from scratch Vegan Lentil Meatballs made from healthy, plant based ingredients without too much prep needed!
20 Minute Lentil Bolognese Sauce
Dinner will be ready in a flash with this 20 minute vegetarian Lentil Bolognese! This speedy dish is made all in one pot with wholesome pantry essentials that you likely already have on hand. It’s filling, delicious and super easy to make!
Moroccan Spiced Vegan Shepherd's Pie
Moroccan Spiced Vegan Shepherd's Pie - classic comfort food with a Middle Eastern twist. Creamy lentils spiced with cumin and coriander topped with a fluffy sweet potato mash
Quinoa Veggie Chili
One Pot Black Bean & Quinoa Veggie Chili - satisfying and filling without the meat! This easy to make, one-pot chili is made with a hearty blend of black beans, quinoa, corn and a healthy vegetable base of onion, carrot, celery and garlic.
Portobello Mushroom Fajitas
These Portobello Mushroom Fajitas make for a fast, easy and healthy dinner packed full of filling veggies! Simply mix and combine all in one tray and bake for about 30 minutes until tender.
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Vegan Pasta
Gluten free-vegan pasta cooked and coated in a thick and velvety garlic and roasted red pepper sauce. Make this dish in about 20 minutes with only 10 total ingredients - most of which you likely already have on hand!
Spring Onion Peanut Noodles
Fresh aromatics sautéed and seasoned with spicy chili paste, soy sauce, peanut butter and sweetened with a touch of sugar make for a quick and easy noodle sauce. Make this dish in 15 minutes tops for a simple yet speedy noodle dish that will leave wanting more!
Whole30 BBQ Jackfruit
Whole30 BBQ Jackfruit -Â meaty, tender jackfruit cooked, pulled and tossed in a quick, sugar free homemade BBQ sauce naturally sweetened with dates!
Yellow Cauliflower Chickpea Curry
Thai inspired Yellow Cauliflower Chickpea Curry - loaded with tender cauliflower pieces, chickpeas and a quick, homemade yellow curry paste. Only 30 minutes to make! Gluten Free + Grain Free + Vegan
Chipotle Chickpea Burrito Bowls
Spicy Chipotle Chickpea Burrito Bowls with roasted sweet potatoes, peppers, black beans and guacamole over a bed of quinoa.
Tomato Coconut Curry Stew with Chickpeas
Tomato Coconut Curry Soup | Loaded with chickpeas, kale, potatoes and topped with a sprinkling of fresh coriander.
Mediterranean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Chickpeas & Avocado Tahini
Mediterranean stuffed sweet potatoes with marinated chickpeas and topped with an avocado tahini sauce.
Spinach and Feta Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Eight ingredient Spinach and Feta Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with sun dried tomato and cannellini beans sautéed in garlic.
Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Ultra creamy, dairy free Pumpkin Mac and Cheese - an easy to make, cozy fall dinner that can made in 20 minutes or less!
Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo
20 minute + 10 ingredient creamy Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo made with high fibre & protein packed Chickapea pasta and topped with fresh basil.
Potato and Olive Stuffed Banana Peppers
Mediterranean inspired Potato and Olive Stuffed Banana Peppers - hearty, filling and made with only 10 ingredients!
Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Pulled "Pork"
Gluten free and vegan BBQ Jackfruit Pulled 'Pork' Sandwiches - meaty, tender jackfruit cooked, pulled and tossed in a quick homemade BBQ sauceÂ
Mexican Style Cauliflower Rice with guacamole
Mexican Style Cauliflower Rice with guacamole – an easy, one skillet plant based dinner.
Vegan Lentil Shepherd's Pie
This delicious Vegan Lentil Shepherd’s Pie is comforting, satisfying, and healthy. The mashed potato topping is creamy and luscious. This main dish recipe is a family favorite! Gluten-free, dairy-free, and 100% plant-based.
Vegan Creamed Spinach & White Bean Stuffed Delicata Squash
This Vegan Creamed Spinach & White Bean Stuffed Delicata Squash is a plant-based dinner that you’ll dream about! It’s filling, with tons of vegetables, and loaded with plant-based protein from the white beans. This easy recipe comes together quickly and is super satisfying.
Vegan Broccoli Chickpea Curry
This Vegan Broccoli Chickpea Curry is a dinner staple that’s so quick and easy to make! It’s loaded with veggies and protein and has a secret ingredient to make it extra rich + creamy. It’s gluten-free and plant-based.
Tomato Mushroom Spaghetti Squash {Whole30 & Vegan}
This Tomato Mushroom Spaghetti Squash is a delicious vegetarian and vegan recipe that’s perfect for summer. Whether you are vegetarian, vegan, Paleo, following Whole30 or not, it’s a light, healthy alternative to pasta.
Moroccan Lentil Tagine With Cauliflower And Carrots
This healthy Moroccan lentil tagine recipe is packed with protein and vegetables with traditional Moroccan flavors and spices. Made on the stovetop in a tagine, this vegan tagine can be served tableside with spicy harissa.
Vegetarian Taco Lettuce Wraps
Make your tacos healthier with vegetarian taco lettuce wraps. They are packed with flavor, protein and they are easy to make.
Vegan Thai Zucchini Curry
A simple and savory Thai zucchini curry cooks on the stovetop in under 30 mins with cherry tomatoes, red curry paste, and coconut milk. This hearty vegan Thai red curry is also paleo, keto, low carb and gluten-free with easy substitutions. It’s a WHOLE LOTTA YUM!
Easy Jackfruit Curry (Vegan) - Earth of Maria
This easy jackfruit curry is a comforting and hearty vegan meal that’s packed full of flavour and great for a weeknight dinner. The jackfruit helps to add a ‘meaty’ texture, absorbing the flavours of the rich, creamy sauce.
Vegan Kung Pao with Tofu, Vegetables & Cashews
Kung Pao with tofu makes a wonderful vegan dinner recipe. If you love Chinese flavours you are going to love this vegan Kung Pao. You don’t have to use chicken to make this. A vegetarian Chinese inspired dinner with tofu is just as good! If you are looking for a Chinese food tofu recipe, this is for you!
Slow Cooker Tex Mex Quinoa Taco Bowls
Slow cooker Tex Mex quinoa taco bowls boast the most amazing flavours. It’s a colourful vegan southwest inspired taco bowl packed with south of the border character. A crockpot is your friend for this quinoa slow cooker recipe. This crockpot Mexican quinoa recipe is a great addition to the weeknight dinner menu.
Vegetarian Chili
Easy to make, vegan, and delicious – this hearty plant based chili is loaded with beans and veggies!
Healthy Black Bean Burrito Bowls
These healthy Black Bean Burrito Bowls are amazing for meal prep and staying organized in the midst of a crazy week. The flavour-packed avocado creme makes the perfect burrito bowl sauce! Make these bowls up ahead of time for a quick, easy and healthy meatless meal!
Easy Shakshuka with Chickpeas
This Easy Shakshuka with Chickpeas is the ultimate vegetarian breakfast recipe! Naturally gluten-free, this one-pot egg recipe is totally easy to make in less than 30 mins.
Healthy Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe - Vegan & Gluten-Free!
This healthy mushroom stroganoff recipe is as delicious and creamy as the traditional version. Using wholesome, simple ingredients, it's also naturally low in fat and calories.
Healthy Vegan Vegetable Stew - Ready in just 30 minutes!
Who doesn't love a good stew? Hearty, full of flavour, and oh so comforting, it hits all the right spots. Plus, a healthy vegan vegetable stew is a fantastic way to get in your 5+ a day!
Vegetarian Beef Stew (Vegan)
This Vegetarian Beef Stew is hearty, cozy, and so flavorful! It is made in one pot for an easy and healthy dinner. This Vegan beef stew is incredibly rich and filling! Great for an easy dinner, meal prep, and leftovers.
Vegan Picadillo
Vegan picadillo is a plant based version of this traditional Cuban recipe made with tempeh (ensure gluten free), lentils and potatoes. It’s packed with big flavors from Spanish olives, capers, raisins and spices in a hearty tomato base. Perfect served over rice, cauliflower rice, a bed of greens or zoodles. Instant Pot and stove-top options below.
Vegan Meatball Recipe
This vegan meatball recipe is made with brown rice and walnuts to create a healthy and delicious addition to your favorite plate of pasta or zucchini noodles!
Vegan Pastel�n (Pastel�n de Pl�tano Maduro)
This sweet and savory Puerto Rican Pastelón casserole has turned VEGAN and it’s just as good! Made with sweet, plátano maduro (sweet, ripe, plantains), flavor-packed lentils, and Puerto Rican spices. Pastelón is typically served on special occasions or to feed a crowd!
Creamy Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry
This creamy butternut squash and chickpea curry is full of delicious aromatic flavours. It is perfect for enjoying on a cosy evening in when you are craving some comfort food!
Veggie Tacos {Vegan}
When I asked my family what they thought about these vegan tacos, they said they didn’t notice that they didn’t have meat in them! So if you’ve been trying to make more plant-based recipes part of your menu and you’re looking for a veggie taco recipe, this is the one to try! Even carnivores will love them!
Lentil Shepherd's Pie
This vegan lentil shepherd’s pie is the ultimate plant-based comfort food. Enjoy this hearty, vegetarian main dish during the holidays or anytime of year for hot and delicious meal.
Vegan Chickpea Meatloaf
This vegan chickpea meatloaf is easy to make and full of flavour for a healthy and delicious vegetarian main dish.
Zucchini Lasagna (Gluten-free + Vegan)
This vegan zucchini lasagna recipe features layers of delicious Italian flavors but using thinly sliced zucchini instead of pasta noodles. This is a low-carb, healthy, vegan dish you can serve any night of the week!
Butternut Squash Casserole (Vegan)
A healthy savory butternut squash casserole sweetened with dried fruits and sweet potatoes, complemented by earthiness of brown / wild rice and finished with sweet balsamic notes.
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