45 Hearty Vegetarian Dinner Recipes To Make This Fall

Looking for a cozy casserole to spice up your weeknight vegetarian repertoire? Make these white bean enchiladas. Stuffed with creamy green chili white beans and topped with melty cheese, these simple but hearty enchiladas will become your new comfort food favorite.

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These autumnal ravioli may not be quick or easy, but they are SO delicious. Give yourself an afternoon to prepare them, or make the pasta dough the night before so you have half the work done already!

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Looking for a cheap, easy dinner that takes under 30 minutes to cook? Sticky sesame chickpeas and broccoli are calling your name. Starring an absurdly delicious glaze made from staple condiments and a few humble cans from the pantry, this simple one-pan dinner will make even a Wednesday night feel special.

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A breaded fried cutlet is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and these cabbage schnitzels are no exception. Coated in crispy golden brown bread crumbs and drizzled with a luscious mushroom gravy, this vegetarian spin on a meaty classic will delight meat lovers and vegetarians alike this fall.

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These French onion stuffed shells are filled with fluffy ricotta, gooey caramelized onions, and plenty of Gruyère for a deeply comforting wintertime dish that’s guaranteed to fill your home with the most delicious aroma. You’ll be making this over and over again as soon as the temperatures drop.

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This braised cabbage recipe is the perfect way to let our favorite cruciferous vegetable shine. In it, big wedges of cabbage are seared, then simmered along with chickpeas, in a savory and slightly spicy coconut broth. You’ll be amazed how this humble vegetable is transformed into something to brag about.

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Making pasta dough from scratch does require extra effort, but it's 100% worth it. And honestly? It’s not that difficult. Trust us, knowing that you made this butternut squash pasta from scratch will make it taste 10x better.

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Looking for your new favorite way to dress up canned chickpeas? You’re in the right place. Simmered in an aromatic tomato gravy, this vegetarian spin on classic butter chicken will forever change the way you look at a can of beans.

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This quick and easy orzo recipe is a 30-minute dinner that’s low on dishes and full of gooey, melted cheese flavor. It’s like an adult twist on mac and cheese that the entire family will love.

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In this vegetarian version of a Chinese-American favorite, oven-baked tofu gets tossed in a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce along with crisp-tender broccoli, then topped with toasty sesame seeds and scallions. With a side of white rice, you’re guaranteed a saucy, crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner.

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This hearty "meat" loaf is made mostly out of chickpeas and baby bella mushrooms. We're in love! Serve it with a side of vegan mashed potatoes and green beans for the most comforting meal this fall.

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Here at Delish, we can’t get enough of Tuscan butter. Though we often pair it with meat, for this recipe, we decided to skip the protein and turn this creamy tomato-and-basil sauce into a pasta dinner by adding one of our favorite power ingredients: gnocchi.

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This curry is a one-pot meal with ALL the carbs, vegetables, and creaminess you crave. Butternut squash is toothsome and savory, kale is earthy and green, and coconut milk wraps everything together in a creamy sauce. Yum!

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When it's cold out, a steaming hot pot pie filled with creamy, flavorful gravy, sweet and tender veggies, and topped with a shatteringly flaky crust is EVERYTHING. Here, mushrooms replace ground beef and are every bit as satisfying as their meaty counterparts.

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At first, pumpkin lasagna might not seem as sexy as, say, spinach artichoke lasagna, but don't be fooled: With layers of melty fontina and mozzarella and notes of sage and nutmeg, you'll definitely be wanting seconds of this veggie-filled lasagna.

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While we love classic tomato soup, we sometimes want to shake things up a bit. This soup is extra creamy, not only thanks to sweet pumpkin puree, but also heavy cream and sharp Parmesan. One of the best parts? Both the soup and cheese sticks are ready in under 30 minutes!

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You'll start by slathering the butternut squash halves with a brown sugar-butter mixture, which enhances the naturally sweet qualities of the roasted squash. After baking until perfectly tender, you'll top the squash with a hearty filling of quinoa, kale, and chickpeas.

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Stuffed peppers are taking the brunch scene by storm by uniting with another perennial favorite: shakshuka. Roasted bell peppers are stuffed with a spicy tomato pepper sauce and topped with a sunny-side egg and a smattering of feta and cilantro for a twist on this classic that will surprise and delight.

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For these mini baked pastas, you get the best of all worlds from a creamy, cheesy sauce reminiscent of your favorite oven-baked mac and cheese, plus crispy, savory bread crumbs and hearty, meaty mushrooms.

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Tacos always bring party vibes, but when they’re baked until crisp and rimmed with crunchy cheesy frico, it’s an all-out fiesta. Featuring refried black beans inside a crunchy corn tortilla, this cross between a taco and a sheet-pan quesadilla makes every weeknight feel like a celebration.

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