As we read in last week’s post, there are so many benefits of a vegetarian diet! Some of those benefits include: overall improvement of your health and a lower grocery bill! Even just keeping those two benefits in mind (although there are countless others) are reasons enough to at least try to go meatless with your meals a few times a week. There are actually many easy vegetarian meals that are both healthy and quick to make. Let’s take a look at look a few popular and simple vegetarian meals.
Oatmeal Yogurt Pancakes
While on the hunt for some easy vegetarian meals, I discovered this gem! I actually already serve my family oatmeal pancakes, but by adding yogurt it adds that extra something special to this easy vegetarian breakfast. Skip that sugary syrup and opt for fresh blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries. This oatmeal yogurt pancake recipe will have everyone at your table asking for more!
Pita Tacos
Great for either a lunch or a dinner, pita tacos can be made based on what you like to eat. Stuff your pitas with roasted red peppers, mushrooms, grilled onions and avocados and your meal is ready! Add some low-fat cheese and some salsa and your mouth will be thanking you for this no-cook fast and delicious vegetarian meal. For a variation, you could even make a pita salad. All the fixing you would use in a salad: shredded carrots, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and such, just place inside your pita, add your favorite dressing and you have a perfect on-the-go healthy salad!
Avocado, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich
Much healthier than its bacon, lettuce, and tomato counterpart, the avocado, lettuce and tomato sandwich is an easy no-fuss vegetarian meal. Toast your whole-wheat or whole-grain bread, add your sliced avocados and tomatoes, add your lettuce and voila your sandwich is ready! If you like cheese, go ahead and add a slice of low-fat cheese to compliment your sandwich, otherwise maybe just spread some mild mustard on it.
Vegetarian Chili
This vegetarian chili could be a great starter for any meal, but could also stand alone as a meal all by itself! No better way than to warm yourself up than with these delicious flavors! Again, just like most meals you make yourself, you can adjust the recipe to your liking. If it is too spicy, feel free and drop the amount of dried chili peppers. If you want to kick it up a notch, throw some more in. It is a great way to use up some of your pantry items as well. Here is a healthy and easy vegetarian chili recipe provided by Planet Green.
Veggie Burger
In the mood for something a little heartier? Try this veggie burger recipe (scroll down just a bit on the webpage and you’ll see the recipe)! Your taste buds will be surprised at the amount of flavor these patties pack! You’ll also be surprised to find out that both zucchini and a potato are ingredients that are used to create this masterpiece. For all those people who have tried veggie burgers in the past and have been disappointed with regards to taste and texture – Watch Out! This recipe will definitely be a keeper!
The important thing to remember if you’re a vegetarian is that you need to eat a balanced diet to make sure you’re getting all the nutrients your body needs.
I like how nutrient packed these foods are. This is really easy to make in the comfort of your own home and if you get home late so perfect to just make and relax. Thanks for the share!
I actually make something similar to pita tacos with mushrooms and peppers that have with some taco seasoning. I also add some avacodo, salsa and a jalapeno because I enjoy it spicy. These are some great ideas for vegetarians. Just be sure to get your proteins in if you are working out.
Hey Chantel. I had a quick question for you. I am working with a new personal training client who is a ‘raw vegan’. I have met vegetarians and I have met vegans, but this is the first time as a personal trainer I have worked with a ‘raw vegan’. Do you have any recipe ideas for a raw vegan that have good sources of protein in them.
Really useful post, thanks for the great information and vegan tips. I have many friends who are vegans and struggle with their diet, but referring this to them will help them get back on track. The pita tacos look particularly appetizing for even a meat eater!
The vegetarian chili recipe has also been a hit with some of our clients at illuminate gym, but I will tell you that some people may want to spice it up a bit more.
This article is just what i need, thank you.