Vegetarian Main Dishes Worth Making on Repeat

Craving vegetarian main dishes that pack serious flavor? These easy recipes will have you skipping the takeout and making them again and again. Don’t be surprised if they become new staples for your lazy weekends.

Updated on Thu, 07 May 2026
Vibrant plate of Crispy Gnocchi with Pesto: golden brown pasta, bright red tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves. Save
Vibrant plate of Crispy Gnocchi with Pesto: golden brown pasta, bright red tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves. | citrusfern.com
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Crispy Gnocchi with Pesto & Tomatoes

Vibrant plate of Crispy Gnocchi with Pesto: golden brown pasta, bright red tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves.
Vibrant plate of Crispy Gnocchi with Pesto: golden brown pasta, bright red tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves. | citrusfern.com

Golden pan-fried gnocchi tossed with zesty basil pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a shower of Parmesan—your new go-to for Italian-inspired cravings.

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Cold Sesame Noodles with Veggies

A close-up of chilled cold sesame noodles, glistening with a creamy sesame sauce.
A close-up of chilled cold sesame noodles, glistening with a creamy sesame sauce. | citrusfern.com

"These noodles were a total hit—even my skeptical partner went back for seconds! The sauce is creamy and so good." —janeycooks

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