50 Vegetarian Comfort Food Recipes That Will Warm You Right Up (2024)

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1. One-Pot Mac and Cheese 2. Portobello Pot Roast 3. Vegetarian Chili 4. Lentil Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie 5. Pasta Alla Norma 6. Homemade Cheddar Pierogies 7. Gluten-Free Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust 8. Southwest Sweet Potato Tater Tot Hot Dish 9. Spaghetti Squash and Broccoli Alfredo 10. Tomato Soup in Cheesy Bread Bowls 11. Chipotle Black Bean Roasted Veggie Enchilada Casserole 12. Portobello Mushrooms Stuffed with Barley Risotto 13. Homemade Spicy Ramen with Tofu 14. Spinach Mushroom Lasagna 15. Tikka Masala Tofu and Vegetables 16. Sweet Potato Tacos 17. Cheesy Roasted Mushroom Melts 18. Butternut Squash Noodles with Cashew Alfredo 19. The Best Vegan Enchiladas 20. Baking Sheet Quesadillas 21. The Best Broccoli Cheese Soup 22. Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos 23. Whole-Wheat Spinach and Artichoke Pizza 24. Quinoa Chili 25. Chickpea and Vegetable Coconut Curry 26. Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Mushroom Marinara 27. Cauliflower Fried Rice 28. Crispy Tofu Bánh Mì 29. Baked Zucchini ‘Ziti’ Spirals with Mozzarella 30. Creamy Gochujang Zoodles 31. Blackberry-Peach Grilled Cheese 32. Roasted Tomato Soup 33. Black Bean Burgers 34. Soba Noodles with Peanut Sauce 35. Spiralized Winter Vegetable Gratin 36. Sweet Potato-Black Bean Tacos with Blue Cheese Crema 37. Vegetarian Sushi Cups 38. Vegan Kentucky Fried Chick’n 39. Green Bean Casserole Galette 40. Sweet Potato Gnocchi in Herbed White Wine Sauce 41. Cauliflower Sweet Potato Burgers 42. The Best Potatoes au Gratin Ever 43. Butternut Squash Lasagna 44. Creamed Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Onions 45. Vegan Lentil and Roasted Vegetable Bake 46. Cauliflower and Plantain Tacos with Lemony Pesto Dressing 47. Vegan Keto Coconut Curry 48. Cacio e Pepe Cauliflower 49. Vegan Butternut Mac and ‘Cheese’ with Shiitake ‘Bacon’ 50. Eggplant Pizza FAQs References

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It’s officially hibernation weather, which means that comfort is at the absolute top of our dietary priorities. But, contrary to popular belief, that doesn’t mean we have to give up greens or healthy food entirely. Whether you’re a strict vegetarian or you just need a few more plant-based meals to make it through cheese-and-carbs season, here are 50 of our favorite vegetarian comfort food recipes—no meat required.

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1. One-Pot Mac and Cheese

So much better than the stuff from a box.

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Gimme Some Oven

2. Portobello Pot Roast

Make it in a slow cooker, Instant Pot or on the stove.

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3. Vegetarian Chili

It doesn’t get heartier than this sour cream-crowned main.

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Minimalist Baker

4. Lentil Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Warm, cozy and super nutritious.

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5. Pasta Alla Norma

Just like Grandma used to make.

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Half Baked Harvest

6. Homemade Cheddar Pierogies

Pasta? Check. Potatoes? Check. Cheese? You know it.

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7. Gluten-Free Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust

The crust is the rich egg filling's crispy soulmate.

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Pinch of Yum

8. Southwest Sweet Potato Tater Tot Hot Dish

If it’s covered in tots, you can count us in.

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Spoon Fork Bacon

9. Spaghetti Squash and Broccoli Alfredo

Bake it right in the squash for an easy and elegant presentation.

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10. Tomato Soup in Cheesy Bread Bowls

Guys, the topper is a grilled cheese sandwich...

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Ambitious Kitchen

11. Chipotle Black Bean Roasted Veggie Enchilada Casserole

We’ll take ours with a side of guac, thanks.

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Pinch of Yum

13. Homemade Spicy Ramen with Tofu

Just the remedy for a cold and dreary night.

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What’s Gaby Cooking

14. Spinach Mushroom Lasagna

So many layers of goodness.

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Oh My Veggies

15. Tikka Masala Tofu and Vegetables

Put down the phone and step away from the takeout menu.

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The Modern Proper

16. Sweet Potato Tacos

Consider next week's Taco Tuesday set.

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17. Cheesy Roasted Mushroom Melts

With not one, not two, but *three* different cheeses.

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Inspiralized

18. Butternut Squash Noodles with Cashew Alfredo

Thanks, Coterie member Ali Maffucci.

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Gimme Some Oven

19. The Best Vegan Enchiladas

We never thought we’d say this, but we don’t even miss the cheese.

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20. Baking Sheet Quesadillas

Fill with your favorite veggies for a complete meal.

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Averie Cooks

21. The Best Broccoli Cheese Soup

Eat your heart out, Panera Bread.

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Two Peas and Their Pod

22. Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos

Just the thing for your Super Bowl Sunday party.

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Half Baked Harvest

23. Whole-Wheat Spinach and Artichoke Pizza

Everyone’s favorite dip meets golden-brown pizza crust.

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Damn Delicious

24. Quinoa Chili

Psst: This bowl is packed with protein.

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25. Chickpea and Vegetable Coconut Curry

Make a double batch and freeze it for later.

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26. Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Mushroom Marinara

Even Nonna would approve.

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27. Cauliflower Fried Rice

Some cold nights (and long days) just demand takeout.

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28. Crispy Tofu Bánh Mì

You had us at sriracha mayonnaise.

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29. Baked Zucchini ‘Ziti’ Spirals with Mozzarella

This pasta-free version is light enough that you’ll have room for seconds (and thirds).

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30. Creamy Gochujang Zoodles

Finished with a runny sunny-side-up egg and all the Parmesan.

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31. Blackberry-Peach Grilled Cheese

Hi, summer. We’ve missed you so.

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32. Roasted Tomato Soup

You can do so much better than the canned kind.

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33. Black Bean Burgers

Never be disappointed by a veggie burger again.

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34. Soba Noodles with Peanut Sauce

There’s no bad day that creamy peanut butter can’t fix.

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35. Spiralized Winter Vegetable Gratin

Parsnips, sweet potatoes, butternut squash—we promise you won’t miss the pasta.

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36. Sweet Potato-Black Bean Tacos with Blue Cheese Crema

Three boast nearly 20 grams of protein.

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37. Vegetarian Sushi Cups

Meet your muffin tin’s latest magic trick.

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Simon Smith/Vegan 100

38. Vegan Kentucky Fried Chick’n

Bet you didn’t expect this soul food classic. You can thank tofu and seitan.

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39. Green Bean Casserole Galette

Come for the creamy herbed filling, stay for the fried shallots.

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Half Baked Harvest

40. Sweet Potato Gnocchi in Herbed White Wine Sauce

BRB, starting our own herb garden.

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41. Cauliflower Sweet Potato Burgers

A far cry from the frozen hockey pucks you’re used to.

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42. The Best Potatoes au Gratin Ever

You say side, we say main event.

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43. Butternut Squash Lasagna

No red sauce here—just mozzarella, herbs and alllll the ricotta.

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44. Creamed Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Onions

Behold, the mac and cheese of vegetables.

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Nisha Vora

45. Vegan Lentil and Roasted Vegetable Bake

Where should we start, the cashew cream or the crispy pine nut topping?

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A New Way to Food

46. Cauliflower and Plantain Tacos with Lemony Pesto Dressing

Swap the cauliflower for broccoli or cabbage.

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47. Vegan Keto Coconut Curry

Warning: You might want to take a bath in the broth.

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48. Cacio e Pepe Cauliflower

Eight ingredients + 20 minutes = cheesy, creamy heaven.

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Chloe Flavor

49. Vegan Butternut Mac and ‘Cheese’ with Shiitake ‘Bacon’

Roasted squash = the silkiest sauce ever.

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50. Eggplant Pizza

Ask your kids to assemble them and dinner will practically make itself.

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50 Vegetarian Comfort Food Recipes That Will Warm You Right Up (2024)

FAQs

What is the ultimate comfort food? ›

For instance, the flank steak with cheesy hash brown waffles will be an immediate favorite, along with the pierogi and meatball skillet, French bread pizzas, and creamy cauliflower soup. For Ree Drummond, chicken pot pie is the one comfort food that just can't be beat.

What is the best comfort food of all time? ›

Our 20 all-time favorite comfort foods
  • 1 of 20. Chicken noodle soup. Joshua Resnick / shutterstock.com. ...
  • 2 of 20. Chicken pot pie. Charles Brutlag / shutterstock.com. ...
  • 3 of 20. Chicken tenders. ...
  • 4 of 20. Chili. ...
  • 5 of 20. Chocolate chip cookies. ...
  • 6 of 20. Cinnamon buns. ...
  • 7 of 20. Cornbread. ...
  • 8 of 20. Fries.
7 days ago

What is America's #1 comfort food? ›

Become a Jetsetter
  • 1 Chicken and Waffles.
  • 2 Spaghetti and Meatballs.
  • 3 Chicken Fried Steak.
  • 4 Mac and Cheese.
  • 5 Hotdish.
  • 6 Chicago Deep Dish Pizza.
  • 7 Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup.
  • 8 Matzo Ball Soup.
Mar 1, 2020

What is southern comfort food? ›

Some favorite Southern comfort recipes
  • Quick Hoppin' John Soup.
  • Brunswick Stew.
  • Ham with Redeye Gravy.
  • Great-Grandmother Steinbeck's Johnnycake (Cornbread)
  • Chicken and Dumplings IV.
  • Grandma Oma's Pickled Okra.
  • Southern Style Holiday Greens.
  • Oklahoma Cheese Grits.
May 20, 2021

What food is loved by everyone? ›

Here is the top 10:
  • Pizza.
  • Burger.
  • Ramen.
  • Paella.
  • Pierogi.
  • Moussaka.
  • Boeuf Bourgignon.
  • Eisbein.
May 24, 2023

What is the No 1 most delicious food in the world? ›

Rendang, Indonesia

Source Often called "the world's most delicious dish," Rendang is prepared by simmering beef with coconut milk with a mixture of the best of spices including turmeric, garlic, lemongrass, ginger, chillies, and galangal.

What is the most loved dish in the world? ›

Pizza is ranked as the most popular food in the world, according to a survey by TasteAtlas. On average, Americans eat 18 acres of pizza a day, highlighting its popularity in the USA. Pasta is the second most popular food globally, after pizza.

What are the top five comfort foods? ›

Here are the top five comfort foods to get you through your day.
  • Grilled Cheese.
  • Mac and Cheese.
  • Mashed Potatoes.
  • Pizza.
  • Spaghetti and Meatballs.
Dec 9, 2021

What is a comfort food for a cold? ›

In addition to serving small portions of applesauce, bananas, rice and toast, you can also try foods such as:
  1. Clear broth.
  2. Gelatin desserts.
  3. Plain potatoes.
  4. Pretzels.
  5. Saltine crackers.
  6. Roasted/baked chicken.
Jan 10, 2024

How to make food in 5 minutes? ›

5-minute meals recipes
  1. Storecupboard pasta salad. A star rating of 4.4 out of 5. ...
  2. Pan-fried camembert sandwich. A star rating of 4.6 out of 5. ...
  3. Prawn & coconut soup. ...
  4. Classic French omelette. ...
  5. Chicken wrap with sticky sweet potato, salad leaves & tomatoes. ...
  6. Creamy tomato courgetti. ...
  7. Speedy tuna pasta salad. ...
  8. Easy pea & mint soup.

What is a comfort food easy on your stomach? ›

What foods can provide relief from an upset stomach?
  1. Steamed or boiled vegetables.
  2. Low-fiber starches such as white bread, saltine crackers or cream of wheat.
  3. Skinless baked chicken or turkey.
  4. Oatmeal.
  5. Potatoes.
Nov 28, 2022

What are some good comfort snacks? ›

10 healthy comfort food snacks
  • Spiced kale crisps. ...
  • Dukkah-crusted squash wedges. ...
  • Spicy roast chickpeas. ...
  • Rosemary, garlic & chilli popcorn. ...
  • Dark chocolate walnut butter cups. ...
  • Healthy banana & peanut butter ice cream. ...
  • Instant frozen berry yogurt. ...
  • Healthy cookies.
May 18, 2023

What is a comfort food when you are not feeling well? ›

From toast to grilled cheese to peanut butter & jelly, simple sandwiches are a popular comfort food when sick. Bread is part of the BRAT diet. The BRAT diet consists of easily digestible, doctor-recommended foods that you may eat when you have an upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting.

What are the best comfort foods when sick? ›

In addition to serving small portions of applesauce, bananas, rice and toast, you can also try foods such as:
  • Clear broth.
  • Gelatin desserts.
  • Plain potatoes.
  • Pretzels.
  • Saltine crackers.
  • Roasted/baked chicken.
Jan 10, 2024

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