IntermediateLunch
Creamy Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms and Thyme
Soft polenta base topped with caramelized mixed mushrooms and a drizzle of truffle oil
520 cal · 14g protein · 45 min
Diet & meal · 163 recipes
Vegetarian Lunch Recipes
Vegetarian lunch ideas — meat-free mains, sides and sweets that never feel like a compromise. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Intermediate
EasyLunch
Spätzle in Brown Butter with Sautéed Mushrooms & Crispy Sage
Soft egg noodles, woodland mushrooms, nutty brown butter
608 cal · 13g protein · 25 min
IntermediateLunch
Seared Celery Root Steaks with Crispy Shallot & Mushroom Ragù
Meaty root vegetable, German-style braised mushroom sauce
389 cal · 8g protein · 43 min
IntermediateLunch
Salade de Betteraves Rôties, Chèvre Frais et Noix Candies
Roasted beets, whipped chèvre, candied walnuts & witlof chicory
840 cal · 28g protein · 68 min
EasyLunch
Ras el Hanout Roasted Cauliflower & Chickpea Salad
Charred vegetables with pomegranate & crispy chickpeas
555 cal · 25g protein · 28 min
SophisticatedLunch
Charred Cauliflower Couscous with Roasted Beet, Pomegranate, Crispy Kale & Tahini-Harissa Drizzle
Torn roasted cauliflower mixed through toasted pearl couscous, topped with earthy roasted beet, jeweled pomegranate seeds, and shattered kale chips
777 cal · 22g protein · 70 min
EasyLunch
Bulgur & Herb Tabbouleh with Grilled Halloumi & Charred Lemon
Fresh, verdant, charred—herbaceous without fuss
795 cal · 33g protein · 22 min
EasyLunch
Orzo Pasta with Roasted Zucchini, Lemon & Crispy Sage
Buttery pasta, charred zucchini, browned garlic, fresh herbs
773 cal · 21g protein · 26 min
EasyLunch
Charred Corn & Black Bean Tostada Salad with Crispy Avocado Mousse & Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette
Autumn harvest meets Mexican comfort
747 cal · 28g protein · 30 min
EasyLunch
Turkish Red Lentil Soup with Crispy Sage Oil
Silky purée, charred tomato and toasted bread cubes
638 cal · 28g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Pan-Roasted Cauliflower & Preserved Lemon Salad with Crispy Halloumi
Charred vegetable, brined lemon, salty cheese
858 cal · 29g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Spiced Paneer & Okra Stir-Fry with Burnt Cumin-Garlic Oil
Pan-seared paneer, charred okra, roasted spices, ginger
783 cal · 22g protein · 32 min
EasyLunch
Charred Halloumi & Freekeh Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Squeaky grilled cheese with roasted grain and tart pomegranate
924 cal · 45g protein · 20 min
EasyLunch
Sopa de Tortilla con Aguacate y Chipotle
Crispy tortilla strips in a smoky tomato broth
725 cal · 12g protein · 20 min
IntermediateLunch
Pan-Seared Cauliflower Steaks with Tahini-Pomegranate Reduction & Crushed Pistachios
Golden-crust vegetables, nutty tahini, tart pomegranate
813 cal · 21g protein · 38 min
IntermediateLunch
Cannellini Bean & Roasted Beet Salad with Walnuts & Ricotta
Warm beans and sweet roasted beets dressed in aged balsamic, topped with creamy ricotta.
771 cal · 31g protein · 35 min
IntermediateLunch
California Roll
Inside-out sushi roll with avocado, cucumber, and imitation crab
662 cal · 11g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedLunch
Classic Tortilla Española
Spanish potato and onion omelette
476 cal · 15g protein · 55 min
Easy
EasyLunch
Sesame Noodles
Chilled or warm noodles in a creamy, nutty sesame sauce
505 cal · 18g protein · 20 min
EasyLunch
Garlic Noodles
Crispy-edged noodles coated in pungent garlic and oil
470 cal · 14g protein · 25 min
Easy
EasyLunch
Cheese Quesadilla
Melted cheese between crispy tortilla halves
567 cal · 25g protein · 8 min
EasyLunch
Pasta with Butter
Simple buttered noodles with Parmesan and black pepper
641 cal · 20g protein · 12 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 30 minutes. The quickest is around 20 minutes and the longest about 58 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
Is every recipe here vegetarian?
Every recipe in this collection is written without ingredients that break a vegetarian diet. We cannot vouch for the brands in your cupboard or for cross-contamination in your kitchen, so check labels as you normally would.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 356 and 941 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
