All you need is one pot for dinner tonight. These vegetarian recipes combine many delicious foods such as leafy greens, vegetables, legumes and whole grains into one-pot meals that are sure to please everyone. Additionally, anti-inflammatory ingredients like carrots, chard, and lentils can help you combat annoying symptoms of chronic inflammation like joint pain, muscle pain, and mental fogginess. Try vegetarian dinners like our Marry Me White Bean Soup and our high-fiber Butternut Squash Enchilada Skillet for a meal that will help you feel great.
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Marry me white bean soup
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Props Stylist: Phoebe Hauser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall.
Here, the flavors of Marry Me Chicken (sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, cream and parmesan) are transformed into a hearty, heartwarming vegetarian soup. Rounded off with basil and extra cheese, it is cozy, a real eye-catcher and is guaranteed to win hearts at the table.
Broccoli Cheddar Butter Beans
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Props Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.
This cozy dish is reminiscent of broccoli cheddar soup – in a convenient pan. Tender butter beans add creaminess and plant-based protein, making the dish filling enough for a main course. Broccoli florets add color while sharp cheddar cheese melts for classic flavor.
High-Fiber Butternut Squash and Black Bean Enchilada Skillet
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Props Stylist Josh Hoggle.
Tender cubes of butternut squash and hearty black beans are simmered in green enchilada sauce and stirred into tortilla strips. A layer of melted cheese ties everything together into a filling, vegetarian-friendly dish.
Creamy chickpea soup
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Huff, Props Stylist: Abby Armstrong.
This creamy chickpea soup can be prepared in just 20 minutes. Cream cheese melts right into this savory soup, creating a velvety texture that feels cozy and comforting. Garnished with cilantro and crispy tortilla strips, it’s a one-pot meal that’s also popular and well received during the week.
Spanakopita-inspired skillet beans
Photographer: Brittney Cottrell, Food Stylist: Isabelle Easter, Props Stylist: Keoshia McGhee
These creamy, herby, and comforting skillet beans are inspired by spanakopita, the Greek spinach pie. Cannellini beans provide a filling dinner with protein and fiber, while fresh dill, parsley and a squeeze of lemon add brightness.
High-fiber vegetable stew
Food: Sammy Mila, Photos: Jason Donnelly, Props: Breanna Ghazali.
This vegetable stew is a cozy meal for two that highlights the best of late summer and early fall. Cooked with warm spices and a hearty broth, it tastes delicious and is served with warm naan as a side dish for dipping.
Baked Feta, Tomato and White Bean Stir-Fry
Photographer: Brittney Cottrell, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Props Stylist: Josh Hoggle
This stir fry is perfect as a side dish with your favorite toasted whole wheat bread. Juicy cherry tomatoes burst as they roast and mingle with creamy white beans to create a flavorful base. Coarse pieces of feta cheese are placed in the pan and baked until warm and soft.
20-minute black bean soup
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Props Stylist: Julia Bayless.
This effortless soup only takes 20 minutes to make, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Canned black beans help speed things up, and taco seasoning and roasted tomatoes add a rich, savory flavor while cream cheese adds a silky texture.
Curry butter beans
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Props Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Tender butter beans combine with red curry paste and aromatic spices in this hearty, plant-based dish. Enjoy it plain or serve with brown rice or whole wheat pasta for a more filling meal.
Marry Me Skillet with White Beans and Spinach
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Props Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
By replacing high-fiber white beans and spinach as the main ingredients, we gave Marry Me Chicken a vegetarian twist. Since you want to soak up every last bit of the sauce, serve it with a nice piece of crusty whole wheat bread.
One-pot lentil and vegetable soup with parmesan
This hearty soup is packed with kale and tomatoes for a filling, flavorful main dish. The Parmesan cheese rind gives the broth a nutty note and some body.
Cheese pan with white beans and rice
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Props Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
This cheese pan is the ultimate one-pan wonder. The rice forms a crispy golden layer at the bottom, giving every bite a delicious crunch. Aromatic spices are combined with tender white beans, while a layer of melted provolone on top ensures gooey perfection.
Vegetarian white instant chili in a pot
Parsnips add a wonderfully sweet and nutty flavor to this healthy white bean chili. Pureeing some chili gives the stew a nice creaminess, but you can skip this step to save time. For a more substantial meal, you can top the chili with cheese and sour cream, or serve it plain to keep it vegan.
Vegan coconut chickpea curry
To make this 20-minute vegan curry even quicker, purchase pre-cut vegetables from the salad bar at the supermarket. For a wholesome, filling dinner, serve with cooked brown rice. If you like a spicy touch, add a few splashes of your favorite hot sauce at the end.
Pan-fried eggs with tomatillos and spinach
This healthy stir-fry recipe features eggs cooked in a mixture of spinach, herbs, and tomatillos. Garnish with a touch of harissa – a fiery chili paste – and dip some toasted wholemeal country bread into the jam-egg yolk.
Delicata squash and tofu curry
This easy tofu curry made with pretty delicata squash and hearty vegetables can be made in one skillet. To speed up preparation, use bagged chopped kale. Delicata squash’s thin skin is tender when cooked, so it doesn’t need to be peeled—another time saver. Serve with quinoa or brown rice.
Slow cooker stew for a Mediterranean diet
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Props Stylist: Breanna Ghazali
With a focus on vegetables, legumes, and healthy fats, this slow cooker stew is perfect for anyone following a Mediterranean diet. Swap the chickpeas for white beans for a different twist, or try cabbage or spinach in place of the kale.
Black Bean Fajita Skillet
Here, pre-cut fajita vegetables are sautéed with canned black beans and Southwest seasoning for a quick and easy Tex-Mex-inspired meal. You can easily enhance your bowl even further by adding some cheese, sour cream, or another tasty topping.
Sweet potato and black bean chili
Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Props Stylist: Kay Clarke
This hearty chili is a filling, plant-based dish full of flavor. The warm and smoky flavors of cumin, chili powder and chipotle perfectly complement fiber-rich sweet potatoes and black beans. Lime and coriander add brightness and freshness.
Roasted Vegetable and Black Bean Tacos
These hearty vegan tacos are quick and easy to make and are perfect for busy weeknights. They are so delicious that no one will miss meat or dairy.
