Even if you’re not a vegetarian or vegan, it’s always a good idea to try cutting meat out of your diet at least once a week. The meat industry is a huge producer of greenhouse gasses, and every step to lower your carbon footprint does something. These recipes are a great place to start, no matter what your usual diet is.
- Chickpea Patties with Arugula
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I’m biased because this is my own recipe, but these chickpea patties are legitimately one of my favorite foods. Here they’re shown with a salad, but you can totally make it your own or add a bun.
- Mushroom Marsala Gnocchi
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I made this recipe for the first time months before I went vegetarian, and it’s still one of my favorites. I usually make my gnocchi from scratch, but that’s completely optional. (Although if you do want to try, go here. It’s worth it.)
- Roasted Parmesan Squash
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My partner made this for me the other night, and I don’t think I’ve stopped thinking about it since. Roasted squash is great pretty much any time of year, and this elevates it nicely. Add some good bread and you’ve got a lovely meal!
- Caprese Garlic Bread
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This recipe is fairly simple and a great option for anyone who enjoys Caprese salads but needs a little bit of an upgrade to justify it for dinner.
- General Tso’s Tofu
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I will forever and ever be in the camp that there is a way to make tofu that anyone will enjoy, and I think this recipe may be it. My favorite take-out place offers General Tso’s tofu as an option, and after spending way too much money there I googled how to make it myself and never looked back.
- Israeli Couscous with Spinach and Mushrooms
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I make pasta with spinach and mushrooms on about a weekly basis, but the Israeli couscous is a fun step up from there, especially if you’re cooking for other people. And if not, you can always sub out regular pasta for the same, delicious results.
Hopefully, these recipes will offer a couple of new options to anyone looking to make their diet a little less meaty. Enjoy!