Having to cook dinner, every single night, can be really exhausting! Not only does it require coming up with healthy meals to cook, but it also requires writing a shopping list and spending the time actually preparing the food. I’ve created these Easy Vegetarian Meal Plans to hopefully help make your life a little easier! Each week, I share a new meal plan with an ingredient list to help you compose your shopping list. I also try to keep the recipes to minimal ingredients and minimal time. I hope you find them helpful!
Budget-Friendly Dinners
Grocery prices are insane right now, so I know I’m not the only one looking for ways to save money when I can. There are still a few things I try not to cut corners on, but for the most part, I try to buy the cheapest versions of our grocery staples that I can find these days. For these meals, I have tried to mostly include recipes that require minimal ingredients in hopes of helping you cut down your grocery bill. Always ask me if you have a question on how to make a recipe more affordable!
30-Minute Dinners
Both my boys are in school now, and as much as I love my alone time, I still want to spend lots of time with them. Dinners that take 30 minutes or less to prepare mean I’m not stuck in the kitchen all evening, allowing me to spend more quality time with my family or have more time to relax. I try to keep all the recipes to 30 minutes, but may add some in that take a little longer, and then add some tips on ways to shorten them.
Enjoy, and have a great weekend!
MONDAY
These Cheesy Bean and Rice Burritos are easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner that the whole family will enjoy. This vegetarian recipe is made using mostly pantry staples and is great for those who enjoy meal prepping. Make a big batch of hearty burritos to freeze for a later date, when you’re short on time. Serve with chips and dip or salad for a full meal.
Serve with chips and dip or a side salad.
TUESDAY
MARINATED LEMON PEPPER CHICKPEAS
My Marinated Lemon Pepper Chickpeas are packed full of fresh flavor and easy to make. Mix the chickpeas with the simple marinade and let the refrigerator do most of the work. This plant-based chickpea recipe can be enjoyed chilled or heated up. Add to pasta, rice, stir-fries, wraps, and more. Make sure to add a batch of these marinated chickpeas to your weekly meal plan!
Serve with rice and vegetables.
WEDNESDAY
GARLIC HERB BUTTER TOFU STEAKS
This Garlic Butter Herb Tofu is marinated in smoky flavors, seared on the outside until crispy, and then cooked in a buttery sauce with garlic, rosemary, thyme, and sage. It’s packed with flavor and inspired by the classic garlic and butter steak dish. This delicious tofu recipe is fancy enough for a special occasion but easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Serve with mashed potatoes and veggies for a complete meal.
Serve with vegetables and potatoes.
THURSDAY
My Coconut Lime Noodles are quick and easy to make and packed with so much flavor! These noodles are creamy, tangy, and refreshing, making them the ultimate vegan comfort food. This recipe comes together in about 20 minutes and is perfect for a side dish, or you can serve it with veggies/protein for a full meal.
Serve with vegetables, tofu or chickpeas.
FRIDAY
HIGH PROTEIN KIDNEY BEAN BURGERS
If you’re in need of a hearty veggie burger recipe packed with flavor and protein, you’ve come to the right place! My high-protein Kidney Bean Burgers come together quickly and are perfect for all of your summer BBQ needs. They’re smokey, have great texture, and can be loaded up with all your favorite burger toppings.
Serve with a side of fries, chips or veggies.
PRINTABLE INGREDIENT LIST
This can be printed off and used to figure out what you already have at home and what exactly you need to buy.
I can’t get the recipe for the kidney bean burgers
Sorry about that, just fixed it! https://www.shelikesfood.com/high-protein-kidney-bean-burgers/