We all have our favourite comfort foods like a steaming bowl of soup on a cold Winter’s day, or how about a curry to satisfy even the most ravenous hunger pangs?
What if we told you how to make some of your all-time go-to dishes vegetarian without anyone knowing they are meat-less?
Well, you can – from nachos to burgers and everything in between, there are delicious ways to make your next meal vegetarian for a healthier and tasty option.
Here are five recipes to turn you gourmet green:
This green minestrone soup is quick and easy to make, while packing a powerful green punch! Full of health-supporting nutrients, it is light and delicious and sure to become a firm, family favourite.
Huevos rancheros with roasted chilli asparagus – asparagus matched with this classic Mexican breakfast will add a bit of spice to your day.
For a classic barbeque taste, it is hard to go past this Portobello burger with caramelised onions and Saint Agur cheese. The patty is a combination of finely chopped toasted sourdough, sautéed mushrooms, spring onions, garlic, barbeque sauce and eggs, grilled and topped with onions caramelised in red vinegar and the sharp bite of blue cheese.
If you’re looking for a vegetarian food that really delivers the nutritional goods, you can’t beat the humble bean.
Not only are they cheap and nutritious, you can also keep them in your kitchen cupboard for a long time and they won’t spoil, try this recipe for lentil and sweet potato curry with coconut roti. Lentils are incredibly versatile, not only do they provide a good source of plant protein, they are also high in fibre and health-promoting vitamins and minerals.
Homemade flatbreads like roti are so simple to make, you’ll never buy shop-bought again.
Packed with plant protein and fibre, this delicious version of nachos will satisfy your taste buds and support your health along with satisfying the whole family with chilli beansas the hero of this dish.
Most nachos use minced beef, simply switching to a bean-based chilli from a meat-based one will instantly boost fibre and reduce fat. Beans are a fabulous source of protein, which supports both your cardiovascular and digestive system. Cooked with spices, red pepper, corn, onion and garlic, this recipe is so delicious, you won’t even notice that it is meat-free.
