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Vegetarian recipes that are anything but boring

Who said vegetarian food had to be boring?
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The tired trope of vegetarian food being boring couldn’t be further from the truth. Virtually every dish can be re-imagined as vegetarian.

The tired trope of vegetarian food being boring couldn’t be further from the truth. Virtually every dish can be re-imagined as vegetarian, and these recipes will prove it.

Stacker compiled a list of vegetarian recipes from Allrecipes. The meals herein are as diverse as curries, pizzas, open-faced sandwiches, and casseroles—and they’re anything but boring. Keep reading to discover healthy, vegetarian alternatives for your next Meatless Monday (or any other day of the week)

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Brown Rice Buddha Bowl

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 18 mins
- Total: 48 mins
- Servings: 3
- Yield: 3 servings
- Number of ingredients: 17
- Read more about the recipe here

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Vegetable Biryani (Tehri)

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 16 mins
- Additional: 20 mins
- Total: 51 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

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Fresh Pesto Pizza

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Total: 25 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 1 pizza
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Roasted Eggplant Lasagna

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Additional: 20 mins
- Total: 1 hr 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

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Crazy Creamy Chickpea Curry

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 10 cups
- Number of ingredients: 20
- Read more about the recipe here

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Chef John's Shakshuka

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 16
- Read more about the recipe here

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Authentic Falafels

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Additional: 9 hrs
- Total: 9 hrs 40 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

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Pad Thai with Tofu

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Additional: 10 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 main-dish servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

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Stuffed Peppers My Way

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

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California Melt

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 2 mins
- Total: 17 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 open-faced sandwiches
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Manicotti

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Chili Rellenos Casserole

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Proper Pesto

- Prep: 10 mins
- Additional: 25 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Sean's Falafel and Cucumber Sauce

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Additional: 30 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 22
- Read more about the recipe here

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Homemade Mac and Cheese

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Quick Noodle-Veggie Bowls

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Total: 20 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

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Emily's Excellent Taco Casserole

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Gnocchi I

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 3
- Read more about the recipe here

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Manicotti

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Authentic Mexican Chili Rellenos

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Additional: 15 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Eggplant Parmesan II

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 8 to 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Zucchini Patties

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 12 patties
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Chili Rellenos Casserole

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Crustless Spinach Quiche

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 5
- Yield: 1 - 9x9 inch pan
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

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Easy Fried Eggplant

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 4
- Read more about the recipe here

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Homemade Four Cheese Ravioli

- Prep: 45 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Additional: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 20 ravioli
- Number of ingredients: 19
- Read more about the recipe here

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Loaded Vegetarian Quiche

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 55 mins
- Additional: 5 mins
- Total: 80 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 1 deep-dish quiche
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

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3 Cheese Enchiladas

- Prep: 40 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Spinach Quiche

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 1 - 9 inch quiche
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

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5-Ingredient Mexican Casserole

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

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Zucchini and Cheese

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Zucchini e Pomodori Gratinati (Zucchini and Tomato Gratin)

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 1 9x12-inch dish
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Eggplant Parmesan Casserole

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 5 mins
- Total: 1 hr 20 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 1 8x8-inch dish
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

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Portobello Mushroom Burgers

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Tomato Basil Penne Pasta

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Briam (Greek Baked Zucchini and Potatoes)

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 30 mins
- Total: 1 hr 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burgers

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 patties
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Easy Broccoli Quiche

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

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Stuffed Shells III

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 9x13-inch dish
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

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Veggie Pizza

- Prep: 25 mins
- Additional: 2 hrs
- Total: 2 hrs 25 mins
- Servings: 16
- Yield: 16 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

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Cauliflower Cheesy Bites

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 cheesy bites
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Spinach Enchiladas

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 5
- Yield: 5 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 5 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 baked potatoes
- Number of ingredients: 3
- Read more about the recipe here

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Spaghetti Squash I

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Authentic Saag Paneer

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

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Spinach Lasagna III

- Prep: 35 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Additional: 15 mins
- Total: 1 hr 50 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 16
- Read more about the recipe here

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Baby Spinach Omelette

- Prep: 6 mins
- Cook: 9 mins
- Total: 15 mins
- Servings: 1
- Yield: 1 serving
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Baked Macaroni and Cheese

- Servings: 3
- Yield: 3 to 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here