25 Delicious Vegetarian Mediterranean Dinners to Try This Year
Mediterranean food is some of the most naturally vegetarian-friendly cooking out there - it's built around fresh vegetables, beans, grains, olive oil, herbs, and cheese, so you never feel like you're missing anything by skipping the meat.
I've rounded up 25 of my favorite vegetarian Mediterranean dinners below, from creamy Greek roasted potatoes with whipped feta to hearty white bean stews, vibrant salads, and comforting pasta bakes.
There's a real mix here - some are ready in 15 minutes, others are slow-simmered weekend projects, but they all share that same Mediterranean philosophy of letting good ingredients do the work.
1
Marry Me Orzo
This Marry Me orzo is the perfect one-pot recipe - it's rich and comforting, but is ready in under 25 minutes and made with a handful of ingredients.
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2
White Bean Shakshuka
This white bean shakshuka consiststs of a smoky white bean tomato sauce that the eggs are then baked in. Top with feta for a delicious protein-packed brunch!
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3
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
This colorful Mediterranean chickpea salad is a great recipe for anyone who wants a vibrant, balanced, and veggie-forward light lunch or side dish.
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4
Gigantes Plaki (Great Giant Baked Beans)
Gigantes plaki - Greek giant baked beans - are a traditional Greek dish, served either as a main meal or as a meze side dish. Giant white beans are cooked in a delicious rich tomato sauce, ready in under 40 minutes.
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5
Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup (Avgolemono Inspired)
This cozy lemon chickpea orzo soup is my vegetarian twist on Avgolemono - a traditional Greek soup made with eggs, lemon, and broth.
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6
Greek Stuffed Sweet Potato
These Greek stuffed sweet potatoes are the perfect healthy summer dinner, loaded with fresh herbs, tangy feta, and creamy baked sweet potato as the base.
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7
Baked Tortellini
This baked tortellini is comfort food at its easiest - fresh tortellini baked in a rich tomato sauce with puy lentils, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, topped with dollops of mascarpone and a golden layer of bubbling mozzarella.
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8
Creamy Lemon Orzo
This creamy lemon orzo is a delicioulsy light and comforting one-pot meal that's packed with nutrients, protein and fiber.
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9
Greek Fries
These delicious Greek fries are so simple to put together and make a wonderful summer potato side dish to serve alongside your favorite other Greek-inspired dishes.
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10
Mediterranean Bean Salad
This Mediterranean bean salad is light, fresh, and filling - packed with fiber and protein from the beans, and loaded with fresh salad vegetables that won't turn soggy. Perfect for meal prepping.
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11
Greek White Bean Soup (Fasolada)
This simple Greek bean soup, also known as Fasolada, is this national dish of Greece. It's a wonderfully simple recipe to put together, and an instant classic the whole family will love.
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12
Spanakopita Loaded Potatoes
These spanakopita loaded potatoes are a fun twist on the classic Greek recipe in loaded potato form. They're packed with flavor and with a delicious summer feel.
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13
Tofu Shawarma
This easy tofu shawarma is a fantastic vegan protein source for wraps and salads, and is packed with delicious earthy spices and flavors. Perfect for meal prepping in 25 minutes.
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14
Vegetarian Moussaka
This delicious vegetarian moussaka is a traditional Greek comfort food for the whole family. It's a labor of love to put together, but well worth it.
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15
Eggplant Parmigiana
Eggplant Parmigiana (or Melanzane alla Parmigiana) is a classic Italian comfort dish made with layers of roasted eggplant, rich tomato sauce, and melty cheese.
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16
Baked Feta Recipe (with chickpeas)
This baked feta recipe with chickpeas and cherry tomatoes is a simple but delicious Mediterranean-inspired recipe that can be served either as a vegetarian side dish or as a main meal.
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17
Sheet Pan Gnocchi
This sheet pan gnocchi recipe is a great nutritionally balanced vegetarian meal, ready in less than 30 minutes. It's full of Mediterranean flavors for the perfect summer dinner.
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18
Baked Feta Orzo
This gorgeous Greek baked feta orzo is made with tomatoes, peppers, orzo, olives, and of, course, creamy baked feta. The perfect easy and delicious weeknight meal!
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19
Greek Roasted Potatoes with Whipped Feta
My viral Greek roasted potatoes and whipped feta small plate recipe! Greek roasted potatoes with lemon, chili flakes, thyme, and honey - loaded onto creamy whipped feta.
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20
Greek Pasta Salad
This easy Greek pasta salad recipe is the perfect summer lunch. It's made with plenty of fresh, healthy vegetables, pasta, tangy feta, fresh herbs, and a simple and delicious dressing.
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21
Chickpea Gyros
These chickpea gyros are so simple and so delicious. They're ready in under 30 minutes, and make the perfect light, flavor-packed summer lunch or dinner.
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22
Simple Lentil Salad (So Good!)
This simple and easy Mediterranean lentil salad is healthy, hearty, and the perfect light lunch or side dish.
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23
Creamy Cherry Tomato Pasta with Burrata
This easy tomato burrata pasta is ready in less than 30 minutes and the perfect quick summer dinner, with a simple marinara and the creamy burrata topping.
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24
Cheesy Sicilian Arancini Balls
These classic Arancini are golden, crispy risotto balls filled with gooey mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes.
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25
Batata Harra (Spicy Lebanese Potatoes)
This delicious batata harra recipe - which literally translates to spicy potatoes - is a famous Lebanese dish and packed with flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes and such a delicious way to cook with potatoes and enjoy a taste of Lebanese cuisine.
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