Skip to main content

Vegetarian-Friendly

Spinach and Artichoke Mac and Cheese

Serves 4

Try whole wheat penne in this tasty pasta bake!

Neapolitan Baked Ziti

Serves 4-6

This pasta bake will be a hit with everyone in the family!

Cheesy Mac and Trees

Serves 6

This recipe was tested by thousands of school students from coast to coast as part of a collaboration between Yum-o! and the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. Originally created to be served in schools, we’ve adapted the recipe here for you to try at home. Would you like to see this recipe on your school lunch menu? Visit the Alliance for a Healthier Generation’s website to learn how!

Tuscan Calzones with “The Works”

Serves 4

Rach uses a terrific Tuscan trio of spinach, beans and cheese to create this version of a calzone. Serve with a salad for a light meal or alone as a snack or appetizer.

Portabella Cacciatore

Serves 4-6

Portobellas, peppers, Pecorino Romano cheese and pasta make this vegetarian dish a delicious variation on chicken or sausage cacciatore; it’s hearty enough to satisfy the meat-eaters in your family, too!

Sloppy Joe Goes Veggie

Serves 4

At last, Joes go vegetarian-style!

Italian Rollatini

Serves 4-6

Baked and bubbly, this combination of ingredients is irresistible! For a vegetarian meal, use tofu sausage.

Caramelized Onion Green Beans

Serves 6

This super simple recipe is an easy, elegant update on traditional green bean casserole. If you’d like a little added crunch, sprinkle some toasted sliced almonds on top.

Quesadilla Casserole

Serves 4

This is a perfect dish to prepare in advance. Just pop it in the oven before serving!

Banana “Ice Cream” Fake-Out

Serves 4

“Ice cream” doesn’t get healthier than this treat!

Vegetarian “Veg-Head” Beans

Serves 4

Try these beans as a side for your favorite southwest or Mexican meal, or as a vegetarian topping option for Rachael’s NYC Sizzling Soft Taco with Southwest Roasted Chicken and Corn Relish.

Vegetable Soup with Dumplings

Serves 4

Serve this hearty vegetarian soup after fall and winter games and practices.

Garlic and Cheese Orzo

Serves 4  

Try serving this side alongside Pesto-Presto Italian Flag Chicken.

Cheeseless Quesadillas

Serves 4

This snack will be ready to eat in a jiffy, and it’s packed with veggies and whole grains!

Zucchini Fettucine

Serves 4

This dish is super affordable and easy to make. It’s elegant enough to serve for a special dinner.