32 Vegetarian Super Bowl Recipes for the Whole Team

32 Vegetarian Super Bowl Recipes for the Whole Team

Need some vegetarian recipe ideas for the Super Bowl? We’ve rounded up some of our favorite meatless mains, appetizers and snacks to ensure your game-day spread is scoring all the touchdowns.

Nowadays, more and more people are dipping their toes into the plant-based lifestyle, and with so many delicious food traditions and recipes out there, it’s easy to see why. You don’t have to be vegan or vegetarian to crave foods without meat and/or dairy. And if you’re hosting a Super Bowl party, you want to make sure your spread accomodates all types of eaters. It’s an exciting challenge.

What does that look like? Well, it can mean doubling down on favorites. For example, make two piping pots of chili, one that’s a meaty version and an all-bean option. Or when making tacos, provide pulled pork for the filling as well as mushroom “chorizo.” Make Buffalo sauce to slather on both chicken wings and crispy cauliflower florets. That way everybody is happy! It can also mean ensuring there are both vegetarian and vegan recipes if you have guests that live various plant-based lifestyles, or just whipping up a wide selection of Super Bowl appetizers and mains that give plenty of options to eat lots of meat or none whatsoever.

Whichever recipes you choose, whether you’re cooking for strict vegans or are just looking for the best Super Bowl recipes possible, take a look at these irresistible ideas. We’ve got snacks, appetizers and the main event (you know, the one on the table — not the screen).

Vegetarian starters and snacks

Vegan Animal-Style French Fries

Nathan Congleton / TODAY

Inspired by classic In-N-Out Animal-Style fries, which are covered in cheese, mayo and onions, this recipe is as satisfying as the original but without the egg-based sauce. The fries get extra crispy in the oven (or you can air-fry them!) and drizzled with the secret sauce on top with some caramelized onions and cashew cheese.

Vegan Egg Rolls

Courtesy Joanne Lee Molinaro

A hot, crispy shell surrounds this wonderful mix of veggies and cabbage in these scrumptious egg rolls. They’re perfect to serve as a leadup to the main event or to have amongst a spread of smaller, munchable plates.

Spiced Cauliflower Poppers

TODAY

When a craving for something like popcorn chicken strikes, whip up a quick batch of these vegetarian-friendly poppers made with cauliflower. Dredged in egg, breaded in gluten-free almond meal and tossed in warm, flavorful spices, these bite-sized florets are irresistible when they come sizzling out of the oven.

Perfect Guacamole with Pico de Gallo

Daniel Alvarez / St. Regis Punta Mita, Mexico

It’s not a party without guacamole. Serve as a snack with store-bought or homemade tortilla chips or scoop it over a big pile of nachos.

The Easiest Salsa Ever

Featurepics

If you have good tomatoes, nothing could be simpler or better than a fresh salsa to dollop onto tacos, serve with grilled meat and fish, or just scoop up with chips.

Mediterranean Hummus Board Recipe

Joy Bauer

Dress up store-bought hummus with black olives, chopped red onion, paprika and fresh herbs. Spread it across a cutting board and serve with fresh cut vegetables and crackers for easy dipping.

Crispy Feta Rolls

Helen Healey / TODAY

Anything sweet and salty is a winning combo, but this appetizer also offers some crunch. The briny cheese, nutty sesame seeds and spicy dipping sauce is an irresistible combination of flavors and textures.

Kelewele (Fried Spicy Plantains)

Nassima Rothacker / Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen

Kelewele is a simple and quick side dish of spiced and fried plantain, and a common snack available from roadside chop bars and street-food vendors across Ghana. There are several variations across West Africa but it can be as simple as marinating the plantain in a mix of very finely chopped onion, grated fresh root ginger, chile flakes and salt.

Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon Tahini

Courtesy Matt Armendariz

Roasting is Gaby Dalkin’s favorite way to make vegetables! Here are a few simple things to keep in mind when you’re roasting cauliflower so they’re as cripsy as possible: You need ample room on the baking sheet, don’t skimp on olive oil and roast until everything is caramelized on the edges.

The Ultimate Slow-Cooker Queso

Casey Barber

As easy as it is cheesy, this hot, creamy and spicy cheese dip comes together right in the slow-cooker, so you can focus on other Super Bowl party prep. Serve it with chips or veggies for the perfect vegetarian appetizer.

Caramelized Onion Dip with Potato Chips

Elizabeth Heiskell

This creamy onion dip can be made easily without resorting to packets of artificially flavored powdered soup mix. It just takes a little patience to let the onions cook to a rich, caramelized golden brown. This delicious dip is well worth the wait and can be made ahead of time.

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Blue Cheese Dip

Nathan Congleton / TODAY

Craving something crispy coated in Buffalo sauce, but don’t want wings? Don’t want the stress or mess of frying? This is your recipe.

Fried Cheesy Pickles

Food Network

These salty, crispy and cheesy bites are just plain addictive. They’re also wildly easy to make. Simply wrap dill pickles in sliced havarti cheese and an egg roll wrapper, then pop in a deep-fryer until crispy.

Sweet Potato Tater Tots

Samantha Okazaki / TODAY

Skip the frozen Tater Tots and make your own using nutrient-rich sweet potatoes — you won’t regret it.

Whipped Feta with Quick-Pickled Vegetables

Will Coleman

This veggie-packed dish is light and fresh — in contract to your usual Super Bowl fare — and will leave everyone wanting seconds.

Roasted Jalapeño Vegan Queso

Tiara Chiaramonte / TODAY All Day

This vegan take on queso is totally creamy, spicy and savory. Soaked cashews give this dip its velvety consistency while a roasted jalapeño gives it a smoky kick.

Heartier vegetarian mains

Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili

Courtesy Matt Armendariz

This is Gaby Dalkin’s favorite vegetarian dinner, she says, because it’s so easy, everyone loves it (including meat eaters), and it makes for excellent leftovers.

Eggplant Parmesan Sandwiches on Garlic Bread

TODAY All Day

This recipe is inspired by three Italian classics (chicken Parm, sandwiches and garlic bread), but with a meatless twist. The garlic bread provides incredible flavor and crunch, plus the eggplant is hearty and delicious, making this a speedy yet exciting dish for entertaining or a casual night in.

Baked Broken Lasagna Pasta with Spinach

Courtesy Adam Friedlander

This recipe is low-maintenance, so you can put it in the oven and focus on the game (as long as you set a timer to remind yourself). There’s something comforting about digging up the thick pieces of lasagna noodles smothered in garlicky red sauce — your guests won’t be able to get enough.

Vegan Loaded Pizza Bagels

Ace Anderson / One Great Vegan / Courtesy Gabrielle Reyes

“I’ve always loved pepperoni pizza since I was a little kiddo and I have been itching to develop a simple plant-based pepperoni substitute for years!” says Gabrielle Reyes (aka One Great Vegan). “The meaty mushrooms really soak in the full, robust flavor, and since it is hard to find a fierce plant-based and gluten-free bread these days, I am obsessed with these beautiful bagels.”

Vegan Fast Food-Style Tacos with Crispy Potatoes

TODAY All Day

Re-create a drive-thru experience at home in a totally vegan way. These veggie taco “su-primes” are an ode to Priyanka Naik’s childhood spent going to Taco Bell and indulging in fully loaded crispy, crunchy tacos.

Vegan Meatball Pizza

Nathan Congleton / TODAY

This vegan-friendly pizza is quite the crowd-pleaser. It’s an easy base to add to, as well, in case you’re one of those people who eat pineapple on pizza and want to see how it goes with veggie meatballs. And don’t get saucy, that’s cashew cheese … not real mozzarella!

Vegan Lentil Chili

Nathan Congleton / TODAY

Hearty lentils and meaty mushroom take the place of animal protein in this rich chili. This healthy swap makes the dish so much better for you without leaving out any of the satisfying flavor or comforting texture from this cold-weather classic.

Kitchen Sink Quesadillas

MATT ARMENDARIZ / Gaby Dalkin

If you’ve got veggies in your fridge you don’t know what to do with, you can always throw them into a quesadilla. Just sauté them, stuff them into an extra-cheesy quesadilla and grill it until it’s crispy. That’s it.

Vegan Taco Mac and Cheese

Mike Smith / TODAY

This vegan main is hearty with a capital H! It’s kind of like a cross between tacos and mac and cheese — so definitely make it for your hungriest of friends and family members and dare them to say vegan food isn’t filling.

Mushroom 'Chorizo' Lettuce Tacos

Nathan Congleton / TODAY

This “chorizo” crafted by Beyoncé’s nutrition coach, Marco Borges, is created with umami-filled mushrooms. Stuff it into tacos, top fries with it, load it into a sandwich — the world is your oyster (mushroom)!

Sunny's Black Bean Burgers

Nathan Congleton / TODAY

Sunny Anderson’s black bean burgers are so hearty and satisfying, it’s easy to forget they’re not made out of beef. Oatmeal helps bind the burger and also adds bulk to the patties. Bean appetit!

Mexican Quinoa Stew

Romel Bruno

Loaded with beans, quinoa and veggies, this Mexican-inspired stew is guaranteed to have your guests going back for seconds — plus, it’s vegan if you omit the cheese garnish!

Vegan Sloppy Joes

Mark Weinberg

This recipe is so flavorful and hearty despite lacking meat. It’s a touchdown for hosts looking to serve a big spread of sandwiches, chips, dips and salads for a large group.

Spiced Chickpea Burgers with Red Pepper Special Sauce

TODAY

Not only does this chickpea burger hold together beautifully, it’s packed with plant-based protein and travels well. Slather on the special sauce and enjoy it happily while watching the big game.

Veggie Chili Pizza

Nathan Congleton/TODAY

Veggie chili is perfectly chunky, rich and filling — no need for meat. Take it to the next level by serving it on a cornbread crust. That way, people can eat it with their hands.

Al Roker's Vegetable Lasagna

Nathan Congleton / TODAY

This vegetarian lasagna, which is bubbling with gooey cheese, is Al’s genius (and delicious) way to pack lots of vegetable servings one super-satisfying dish.

65 Vegetarian Dinner Recipes | Brit + Co

65 Vegetarian Dinner Recipes | Brit + Co

Whether you’re a lifelong vegetarian, want to kick off 2023 with a plant-based diet, or love a good Meatless Monday from time to time, there are a slew of creative vegetarian dinner recipes that are fun to cook up and even more delightful to eat. From one-pot meals to hearty soups and salads to comforting pastas, pizzas, and casseroles, we’ve rounded up 65 savory vegetarian dinners to add to your weekly rotation. They each offer a flavorful twist to traditional dishes so you’re sure to find a new recipe to pique your culinary interest. Now let’s get cooking so you can enjoy your vegetarian feast!



Easy Pan-Seared Honey Garlic Tofu

honey garlic tofu

Tossed over your favorite grain or veggie, this honey garlic tofu is a delicious vegetarian dish loaded with flavor thanks to honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. (via Cozy Cravings)

Easy Bake Gnocchi

baked gnocchi

This meatless gnocchi is so satisfying and easy to make with just a few classic Italian-inspired ingredients. (via Salt & Lavender)


Spicy Black Lentils

lentil recipe

Made using red onion, cilantro and a roasting technique in Indian cooking called tadka, you can serve these delicious Indian-inspired lentils with bread or naan. (via Munching With Mariyah)


Thai Curry

vegan Thai Curry

Mix colorful fresh vegetables and tofu in a rich coconut red curry broth, and serve over rice or quinoa in just 35 minutes. (via The Endless Meal)


Rigatoni Alla Vodka

pasta vodka sauce

Not actually made with vodka, this dish still has the same kick as a delicious vodka sauce with red pepper, basil, and thyme. (via Nareen’s Eats)


Dal Palak

dal palak

This quick and easy dal palak is loaded with spinach and Indian spices like cumin and turmeric. (via Two Spoons)


Mac And Cheese

mac and cheese recipe

Sometimes you just want a classic mac and cheese dinner with cheddar, Swiss, and a sprinkled of nutmeg. (via Most Hungry)


Cacio e Pepe

Cacio e Pepe

This six-ingredient recipe for cheese and pepper pasta is so easy and satisfying it will become a staple at home. (via Whole Foods)

Vegetarian Minestrone

vegetarian minestrone

Served with some toasty bread, this gluten-free pasta soup is healthy and delicious and a satisfying meal on a cold day. (via Olive You Whole)


Vegetable Casserole 

Vegetable Casserole

This simple and savory casserole is made with frozen veggies and only a handful of kitchen staples so you don’t have to think too hard about dinner on a weeknight. (via Culinary Hill)

Baked Ziti

vegan baked ziti

This simple vegan baked ziti (or rigatoni, or whichever pasta you use) makes getting comfort food on the table a delicious possibility even on the busiest weeknights. (via Brit + Co)

Beet Hummus Bowl

beet hummus recipe

Once you see how stunning this recipe can be, you’ll want to make it for dinner on the regular. Nothing makes eating your veggies more appealing than dip! (via Brit + Co)

Chickpea And Lentil Soup

Chickpea And Lentil Soup

Red lentils are cooked in a spicy tomato broth until tender, then pureed with chickpeas to make a creamy, protein-packed soup. (via Brit + Co)

Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

Corn and sweet potatoes help balance out the earthy savoriness of black beans and chiles in this recipe. Add a scoop to a bowl of quinoa then dollop with cashew cream and you’ll be all set. (via Brit + Co)

Jackfruit And Black Bean Burrito Bowl

vegetarian burrito bowl

Topping a bowl of brown rice with a flavorful mixture of jackfruit, black beans, corns, salsa, and onions gives you all the flavors of your favorite burrito, without the anxiety that comes from trying to properly fold your tortilla around so much goodness. (via Brit + Co)

Kidney Bean and Walnut Veggie Burgers

vegetarian burger recipe

The key to a memorable veggie burger is the texture. Kidney beans make these patties have a mostly-creamy interior, while walnuts add a hearty, subtle crunch. (via Brit + Co)

Baked Falafel Patties

baked falafel recipe

Bake up a tray of falafel patties, which get nice and crisp in the oven, and add them to your meals all week. Tuck them into a whole-grain pita, then slather with tahini, spritz with lemon juice, and pair with some vibrant greens. (via Brit + Co)

Easy Vegan Chickpea Curry

Easy Vegan Chickpea Curry

You’ll want a hearty serving of brown rice to accompany this easy vegan chickpea curry. That’ll make it easier to scoop up every last bit of the creamy coconut sauce left in your bowl. (via Brit + Co)

Quinoa Salad

quinoa salad

Add walnut halves to a vibrant quinoa salad made with pomegranate arils (or a seasonal fruit), green onions, and parsley to add both crunch and an extra protein and Omega-3 boost. (via Brit + Co)

Mermaid Veggie Sushi Bowl

Veggie Sushi Bowls

These customizable rice bowls will be a hit with anyone. Must-have toppings include avo, marinated tofu, sprouts, and tropical fruit. (via Brit + Co)

Indian-Spice Couscous Bowl

cous cous recipe

The flavors of India infuse this nutritious bowl with sweetness and spice. Whole wheat couscous and grilled tofu bring protein to the table, while garam masala produces the appeal. (via Brit + Co)


Pumpkin Risotto

pumpkin risotto

Topped with toasted hazelnuts and crispy sage, this creamy pumpkin risotto is a fall-winter season delight. (via Barley & Sage)

Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole

sweet potato casserole

Our bourbon sweet potato casserole recipe is boozy, sweet, loaded with butter — and we can guarantee you won’t miss those marshmallows once you try this pecan crumble topping. (via Brit + Co)

Kimchi Tofu Ramen 

kimchi ramen

Upgrade your stove-top ramen with some fresh vegetables and tofu. Add in some soy beans and kimchi (Korean spiced, fermented cabbage and vegetables) for an added boost of nutrients. (via Brit + Co)

Jackfruit Tacos

jackfruit tacos

If you’re new to a vegetarian lifestyle, jackfruit looks and tastes like shredded meat when cooked and it tastes delish. (via Brit + Co)

BBQ Black Bean Tacos

vegetarian bbq

These BBQ tacos are a great camping hack — the filling is super easy to make, and they cook in just a few minutes. A homemade peach salsa finishes them off perfectly! (via Brit + Co)

Mushroom Frittata

mushroom fritatta

Excerpted from Cooking With Mushrooms: A Fungi Lover’s Guide to the World’s Most Versatile, Flavorful, Health-Boosting Ingredients by Andrea Gentl. Artisan Books © 2022.

SERVES 6 TO 8

  • 1 pound (455 g) fresh mushrooms, such as shiitake, oysters, maitake, or cremini
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 fresh oregano sprigs, leaves only
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 12 large egg
  • 1¼ cups (125 g) finely grated pecorino cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
  • Finely grated zest and juice of ½ lemon, preferably organic
  • Fragrant fresh herbs, such as parsley, mint, and oregano, for garnish

My grandmother, an American-born Puglian, cooked in the manner of cucina povera, which she learned from her mother. This included a ton of vegetables, herbs, spicy dried chiles, and eggs. Frittatas made their way to our table for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, sometimes herby one with oregano and mint, or a pile of leftover pasta, other times filled with slow-cooked, delightfully mushy broccoli rabe, and often a mushroom frittata, usually made with cremini. Like a combination of shiitake and maitake. The flavor is extraordinary—rich, earthy, and a little meaty without any heaviness. The key to this recipe, as with many Puglian dishes, is a nice amount of flavorful olive oil and some sharp, salty pecorino.

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. If using cremini or shiitake mushrooms, thinly slice with a mandoline or sharp knife. If using maitake or oyster, gently tear into small pieces.
  3. In a 10-inch (25 cm) nonstick ovenproof lidded skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat.When it starts to foam, add the mushrooms and oregano leaves and cook until soft and any liquid has been released, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the oil.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 cup (100 g) of the pecorino, and the salt.
  5. Add the egg mixture to the pan and sprinkle the top with the remaining ¼ cup (25 g) cheese,the lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and cook until the bottom starts to brown, 5 to 10minutes. (Check the eggs by lifting the bottom with a spatula.) Once the bottom starts to brown, transfer the pan to the oven, uncovered.
  7. Bake for 5 minutes, then check to see if the top is puffing up. Cook a few minutes longer if not. The frittata is done when it starts to brown around the edges and a little bit on the top.Look for the oil bubbling up around the sides. This is totally normal. Once you remove the frittata from the oven to cool, the oil will get absorbed into the eggs, making it yummy and so delicious.
  8. Serve the frittata warm or at room temperature, garnished with fresh herbs.

​Butternut Squash And Wild Rice

vegetarian stuffing

This GF-stuffing recipe omits the crusty bread but doesn’t skimp on that delicious heartiness by swapping in wild rice, roasted butternut squash, fresh herbs and pecans. (via Brit + Co)

Shakshuka

Shakshuka

Shakshuka is the Middle Eastern dish that you need in your life. Made with harissa, tomatoes and eggs, this one-of-a-kind dish can be perfectly paired with a side salad or load of bread. (via Brit + Co)

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Green Shakshuka

Green Shakshuka

This green twist on shakshuka is a fresh, vibrant, and unique way to enjoy eggs any time of the day. (via Brit + Co)

Vegetarian Meals On the Lighter Side

Strawberry Arugula Walnut Salad

strawberry salad

This springtime salad is chock-full of seasonal ingredients with a delicious go-to balsamic dressing. Make it in 10 minutes if you’re in need of a quick weeknight meal. (via Brit + Co)

Fatoush Salad

fattoush salad

This authentic fattoush salad recipe is a combination of summer’s best produce, tossed with a mouthwateringly delicious dressing and crunchy homemade pita chips. (via Brit + Co x Forks & Foliage)

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