Make These Simple Vegetarian Dinners

Dinner is usually the largest meal of the day. It is also the meal that people tend to indulge in. It is the one with an appetizer, entree, dessert, and several sides. This can get even bigger when we have special dinners or family gatherings. With that in mind, you may want to have some simple vegetarian dinners that still allow you to indulge and enjoy your meal without losing that flavor or feeling about the food. Here are a few simple dinners to try and see how they work for you.

Vegetarian Pasta Soup

One of the easiest meals you can make is a vegetarian pasta soup. All you need for this soup are a few of your favorite vegetables, vegetable stock, tomato sauce or soup, and pasta of your choice. Mix the ingredients and cook in a slow cooker for the day. You will come home to a fragrant vegetarian soup that is easily paired with vegan gluten free warm bread. It can also be placed in freezer bags to eat later through the week or later in the month. 

Cauliflower Crust Vegan Pizza

Pizza crust is an iffy proposition for most vegetarians. You may not know if it meets your specific vegetarian diet or if it fits your ethical profile as a vegan. You can skip the guesswork by making your own with cauliflower. Just crush cauliflower florets into a blender and mix until most. Form with an egg substitute or coconut oil to make the pizza crust. Bake the crust for a few minutes to solidify and then top with your vegetables. You can use a cheese substitute or none at all for your pizza. The sky's the limit. 

Black Bean Chili

Black bean chili is one of the easiest chili dishes you may ever make. Take two cans of black beans and add them to your crockpot or slow cooker. Add one can of diced tomatoes, one can of rotel, and one large can of tomato sauce. Add in your chili seasonings and cook for four hours on low. You can also add a meat alternative or tofu to give that meat alternative or texture. This is super easy and can be made in large batches. 

Black Bean Burger

You may have gone vegetarian, but you may not want to give up your burger addiction. You don't have to. You can take canned black beans, some flour, onions, and seasonings and mix in a food processor. Remove the mixture and form patties. Bake or fry and you have an amazing burger that is totally vegan and full of protein. 

These dinners tend to be for families of four or more. You can cut them down and freeze or use the leftovers in meal planning throughout the week as well. Just remember, variety is the key point of going on a vegetarian diet. It keeps you interested and out of a food rut. 
