What’s the best way to make Monday exciting? Try 52 weeks’ worth of mouthwatering Meatless Monday recipes for dinner! We’ve gathered all of the tastiest, healthy vegetarian dinner ideas from around the web to last you all year long.

52 Weeks of Meatless Monday Dinners

When we shared our 52 Weeks of Taco Tuesday Recipes, we were overwhelmed with the positive response from all of you! Since you guys loved our themed recipes for Tuesday, we decided to dedicate another night of the week to another tasty concept — Meatless Mondays!

The best way to start the week is with a healthy dinner that pleases the whole family. That’s why I’m all for Meatless Monday recipes when the beginning of a new week rolls around! Whether you are trying to go full vegetarian or just want to cut out meat for one day, these meatless dinner ideas are just the thing for you and yours.

Consider your Monday evening meal planning for the rest of the year done! We’ve found tons of meatless dinner ideas, including Mexican recipes, Asian recipes, Italian recipes, and more to satisfy everyone’s taste buds in your home. You’ll love these healthy vegetarian dinner ideas, and might even save a few to cook on other nights of the week! Bon Appetit!

What are Meatless Mondays?

Meatless Mondays were created as a way to encourage people to reduce the amount of meat in their diet. Just by eating meatless one day of the week, you can reduce your carbon footprint by a significant amount! But even if you’re not transitioning to a meatless lifestyle, Meatless Mondays are a great way to dedicate one day to eating healthy. These Meatless Monday recipes are just as delicious as they are nutritious, and your family will love them. They might not even miss the meat!

While I was putting together this list of meatless dinner ideas, I struggled deciding whether to add fish (shrimp, scallops, etc.) I decided to go against these since technically fish is a meat. Of course, you can modify the recipes however you’d like — even if it’s not Monday. However you choose to enjoy these recipes, you’ll want to try them all!

Before you get started, take a look at our printable meal planner. Don’t get stuck in the same rut — get inspired by placing this recipe list on your fridge!

Meatless Monday Dinner Ideas

Enjoy these 52 Weeks of Meatless Monday Recipes!

Farmers’ Market Quiche | Saving Dessert

Curried Cauliflower Rice Kale Soup | Cotter Crunch

Spinach Tortellini Soup | Umami Girl

Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo | Yellow Bliss Road

Korean Bibimbap Bowl | My Keuken

Slow Cooker Three Bean Chili | Aberdeen’s Kitchen

Creamy Polenta Bowl with Oven-Roasted Tomatoes and Zucchini | The Kitchn

One-Pot Creamy Asparagus with Whole Grain Penne | Frugal Coupon Living

Kung Pao Cauliflower | Cheap Recipe Blog

One Pot Spicy Thai Noodles | Domestic Super Hero

Slow Cooker Creamy Tortellini Soup | Cafe Delites

Ratatouille | A Clean Bake

Buddha’s Delight | Dinner at the Zoo

Ginger Garlic Noodle Soup with Bok Choy | Coffee and Crayons

Pesto Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups | The Seasoned Mom

Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas | Gimme Delicious

Vegetarian Black Bean Enchilada Casserole | Aberdeen’s Kitchen

Black Bean & Sweet Potato Tacos | Evolving Table

Spinach, Artichoke and Goat Cheese Quiche | Foodie Crush

Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese | Hello Little Home

Lemon Garlic Orzo with Roasted Vegetables | Vanilla & Bean

Classic Italian Pasta Salad | I Wash You Dry

Caprese Quiche | Lemon Tree Dwelling

Mexican Street Corn Tostadas | Isabel Eats

Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Peppers | Lil Luna

One-Pot Tuscan White Bean Soup | Frugal Coupon Living

Spicy Cauliflower Burgers | Pinch of Yum

Cheesy Baked Ziti | Delallo

Tomato Eggplant Zucchini Bake with Garlic and Parmesan | Well Plated

Aloo Gobi with Potatoes with Cauliflower | Cook with Manali

Cheesy Garlic Tortellini Pasta | Lil Luna

Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Spinach Spaghetti Squash | Peas and Crayons

Pesto, Feta, and Veggie Pizza | Hello Little Home

Creamy Butternut Squash and Spinach Tortellini | Julia’s Album

Roasted Asparagus and Mushroom Quiche | Trails to Table

Chunky Portabella Veggie Burgers | The Kitchen Whisperer

Creamy Ricotta Corn and Tomato Baked Ziti | The Kitchn

Easy Vegetarian Potato Curry | Savory Tooth

The Ultimate Veggie Burger | The View from the Great Island

Grandma’s Baked Eggplant Parmesan | The Seasoned Mom

One Pan Gnocchi with Sundried Tomatoes and White Bean | Sweet Peas and Saffron

Mushroom Ricotta Open-Faced Sandwich | Hello Little Home

Roasted Cauliflower with Creamy Garlic Spaghetti | Easy Pasta Sauces

Sweet Onion and Herb Quiche | The View from Great Island

Healthy Mexican Casserole with Roasted Corn and Peppers | Pinch of Yum

Vegetable Paella | Earth Powered Family

Very Veggie Fried Rice | Cooking Classy

Enchilada Stuffed Grilled Portobello Mushrooms | Sweat Peas and Saffron

Easy Meatless Lasagna Recipe | Arts and Crackers

Thai Inspired Butternut Squash Red Curry | Little Spice Jar

Cheesy Butternut Squash Pasta | The Recipe Critic

Baked Sweet & Sour Cauliflower | Le Creme de la Crumb

Check out the themed recipe post that inspired these meatless dinner ideas — these 52 Weeks of Taco Tuesday Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Need some meatless Monday recipes for lunch? Enjoy these tasty Gourmet Grilled Cheese Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

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The Ultimate List of Whole30 Recipes for Beginners on Frugal Coupon Living. Clean and detox in 30 days eating meat, seafood, vegetables, nuts and more! These delicious and easy Whole30 recipes will make eating clean a breeze for you and your family.

The Ultimate List of Whole30 Recipes for Beginners

This is NOT a diet! Whole30 is a 30-day lifestyle change, or body reset, with no deprivation or starvation. Whole30 incorporates meat, seafood, eggs, tons of vegetables, fruit, and plenty of good fats from fruits, oils, nuts and seeds. The focus is natural and unprocessed – think the outer aisles of the grocery store. You are not limited on calorie intake as long as you are staying in the guidelines of the Whole30 program.  The program focuses on eliminating dairy, added sugar (sugar from fruits is fine), grains, MSG, carrageenan, and sulfites — all the stuff that’s not adding to your overall health.

Whole30 is all about cleaning and detoxing your body. This helps prevent cravings and resets your body to in’s natural health. I suggest eating organically when buying to rid your body of unwanted chemicals and pesticides and to clean the gut. Try Whole30 for 30 days. After, you can consider adding items back into your diet and see how they affect you. Reintroduce dairy, caffeine, sugar, and gluten one by one — you’ll be tuned into how they affect your body. My suggestion is to try to hold on to this diet longer than 30 days. You will be impressed by the stamina you have and how well you feel while on it.

What makes Whole30 different?

Unlike many diets that have come and gone over the years, Whole30 is different because weight loss isn’t the goal — healthy eating is. Restrictive diets only lead to yo-yoing weight and starving your body of what it needs. With Whole30, you’re not even allowed to step on the scale and counting calories is a huge no-no! For active, busy moms like myself, Whole30 is a fantastic way to get and stay healthy.

What are the best Whole30 recipes for beginners?

This ultimate list is the best place to start if you’re looking for easy Whole30 recipes to last you 30 days. I promise you’ll find some amazing, delicious eats. They’re so good, you won’t even realize you’re doing a detox!

Foolproof Salmon Baked with Olive Oil & Herbs | The Kitchn. I think I could eat this entire plate!

Paleo Creamy Potato Leek Soup | Jay’s Baking Me Crazy. This soup looks so warm and inviting. Perfect for those chilly days when you need a cozy meal.

Butternut Squash Noodle Hash | Hold the Grain. This skillet dish looks so beautiful, and I love that it’s served in the same dish you cook it in.

Magic Lemon Broccoli (leave off cheese) | Recipe Tin Eats. When broccoli is seasoned perfectly, I can’t stop eating it! Even the kids would love this one.

Easy Turkey Meatballs | Fashionable Foods. This would be great alone or with some spaghetti squash!

Roasted Carrot Hash Recipe with Ground Beef and Bacon | Paleo Running Momma. We tried something similar while sampling Whole30 recipes and it was a hit. Everyone cleaned up their plate.

Cauliflower Fried Rice | Little Bits of…. My kids had no idea this was cauliflower. They truly loved it. Consider adding some Liquid Aminos as a substitute for soy sauce.

Curried Cauliflower Rice Kale Soup | Cotter Crunch. Curry anything and I am in. This dish looks delish. Add as much kale as you want — the greener, the better!

Buffalo Chicken Dip | Life in the Green House. Yes, you can have comfort food like good ole’ buffalo chicken dip on a Whole30 Diet! With a few simple swaps, this crowd-pleasing dish becomes Whole30 approved.

Roasted Tomatoes and Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles | Recipe Runner. You can find a squash noodle maker on Amazon. Zucchini noodles are surprisingly satisfying and a fantastic low-carb swap for regular spaghetti.

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Red Pepper and Corn | The Kitchn. On Whole30, you will learn to love Brussels sprouts, I promise! If you’re used to roasted Brussels sprouts, try this sautéed version with the colorful additions of red pepper and corn.

One Pot Lemon Chicken and Asparagus | Sweet Cs Designs. This easy one-pot meal is a winner. Chicken with a zesty lemon flavor is always a hit in my house!

Avocado + Dijon Turkey Burgers | My Healthyish Life. Creamy avocado and dijon make these burgers as tasty as they are healthy.

Chicken and Broccoli | Jay’s Baking Me Crazy. Again, you can find a squash noodle maker on Amazon. It’ll become your best friend for all the times you’re craving noodles on Whole30!

Chicken Lettuce Wraps | One Lovely Life. Lettuce wraps are a favorite in my family. We’d make these even if we weren’t looking for Whole30 recipes! Romaine or butter lettuce are the best choices for wraps.

Baked Garlic Green Beans | My Kitchen Craze. Okay, YUM! These green beans look amazing.

Orange Chicken | Food Faith Fitness. Yes, you can totally enjoy orange chicken on Whole30. Pair with cauliflower rice and some Liquid Aminos.

Homemade Chicken Sausage with Spinach and Onions | Paleo Running Momma. This looks like such a hearty breakfast. It would be great for breakfast for dinner, too!

Mexican Cauliflower Rice | The Pinning Mama. You are going to love this one. To make your own cauliflower rice, you’ll need a good food processor to do the hard work for you.

Breakfast Casserole (for those struggling on Whole30) | Crazy Together. Another casserole I bet you will make for more than breakfast!

Looking for more healthy twists on your family’s favorite eats? Check out these Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners. Pin to Pinterest.

Here’s more for you health-conscious readers. Take a look at our Weight Watchers Recipes and Their Point Values. Pin to Pinterest.

Some of these Healthy Smoothies would fit in great with these Whole30 recipes! Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy these Natural Clean Eating Paleo Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Another healthy ultimate list! Don’t forget our Ultimate List of Energy Balls & Bites for Health Conscious Adults. Pin to Pinterest.

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Eat more veggies! Zucchini and carrots get mixed with a batter and pan-fried to golden perfection in this easy and delicious veggie fritters recipe. Your kids will be asking for seconds of these perfect veggie fritters! Enjoy!

Easy Veggie Fritters

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Trying to get your kids to eat more veggies? These easy veggie fritters are the solution! They are chock full of veggies and pan-fried for that perfect crunch. If you’ve ever wondered how to make fritters, let me tell you that it’s easier than you think! We opted to mix zucchini, carrots, and scallions into ours, but feel free to substitute whatever veggies you have in the fridge. All that veggie goodness gets mixed up with an egg batter to hold it all together. I highly recommend topping these veggie fritters with sour cream, Greek yogurt, chives and/or extra scallions. Seconds of these, please!

What are fritters, anyways?

If you’re not familiar with these tasty snacks, a fritter is a fried patty. They can be sweet, like apple fritters, or savory, like these delish and healthy veggie fritters! Usually, you’ll find that they are made with chopped ingredients with an egg-based batter to bind everything together. These veggie fritters are similar to vegetable pancakes. The great thing about fritters is that you can fill them with good-for-you veggies while the fried component will have your kids asking for seconds. I’d call that the perfect balance!

Easy Veggie Fritters

Yields: 10-12 fritters
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded zucchini
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 2/3 cup flour
• 1/3 cup chopped scallions
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• Optional: Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt for dipping. We like to add chives too!

Directions:

1. Place the zucchini in a strainer over a bowl. Gently press down to squeeze the excess liquid out.
2. In a medium bowl, add the strained shredded zucchini, shredded carrots, flour, scallions, eggs, garlic and salt and pepper. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients.
3. Place paper towels over a large plate, set aside.
4. Add the olive oil to a large sauté pan on medium-high heat. Once the oil is shining in the pan, add about ¼ cup of the mixture into the pan, flattening it just a bit with your fingers. Continue adding the mixture as stated, spacing the fritters about 1 inch apart.
5. Allow the fritters to cook for approximately 3 minutes, and then flip to cook the other side for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Place the fritters on the prepared plate to allow the excess grease to drip off.
7. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
8. Continue this process until all of the vegetable mixture is used.
9. Optional: Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt. You can also top with chives.

Note: These veggie fritters are best enjoyed immediately after they are prepared for the crispiest result!

Easy Veggie Fritters – The Kids Will Love Them!

• Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 12 1x

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Ingredients

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• 2 cups shredded zucchini
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 2/3 cup flour
• 1/3 cup chopped scallions
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• Optional: Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt for dipping. We like to add chives too!

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Instructions

1. Place the zucchini in a strainer over a bowl. Gently press down to squeeze the excess liquid out.
2. In a medium bowl, add the strained shredded zucchini, shredded carrots, flour, scallions, eggs, garlic and salt and pepper. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients.
3. Place paper towels over a large plate, set aside.
4. Add the olive oil to a large sauté pan on medium-high heat. Once the oil is shining in the pan, add about ¼ cup of the mixture into the pan, flattening it just a bit with your fingers. Continue adding the mixture as stated, spacing the fritters about 1 inch apart.
5. Allow the fritters to cook for approximately 3 minutes, and then flip to cook the other side for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Place the fritters on the prepared plate to allow the excess grease to drip off.
7. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
8. Continue this process until all of the vegetable mixture is used.
9. Optional: Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt. You can also top with chives.

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