Favorite Vegetarian Recipes

Many of my non-vegetarian friends wonder how vegetarians get their protein. Actually, it's easy. Protein is found in legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and vegetables. Nutritionists recommend eating a variety of these through the day. I hope you enjoy these recipes as much as I do!
Quinoa, Asparagus and Arugula Salad ![]() | Ingredients & Preparation Quinoa-1 cup raw cooked in 2 cups water, 1/4 t salt for 15 minutes, then marinate in champagne vinaigrette dressing A note about quinoa. . . Quinoa has become highly appreciated for its nutritional value, as its protein content is very high (18%). Nutritional evaluations of quinoa indicate that it is a source of complete protein. Furthermore, it is a good source of dietary fiber and phosphorus and is high in magnesium and iron. Quinoa is also a source of calcium, and thus is useful for vegans and those who are lactose intolerant. Quinoa is gluten-free and considered easy to digest. |
Quinoa Salad ![]() | Ingredients Layer on a platter in order: 4-5 cups lettuce greens (I like red leaf, romaine, and a little spinach) Preparation Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over salad and add salt and pepper to taste. |
Beet Salad with Candied Pecans ![]() | Ingredients Dark cherry balsamic vinaigrette, 1 oz. (Sold at Nordstrom)Marinated roasted beets, 5 oz. (Trader Joe's has great shrink wrap pkgs of cooked beets-no need to roast) Organic Spring Mix, 1 3/4 oz Marinated Julienned Red Onions Candied pecans, 1 1/2 oz (or herbed pecans from Trader Joe's) Kosher salt & black pepper to taste Goat cheese, hand crumbled, dime size, 3/4 oz. Preparation 1. In a clean 6 qt. stainless steel bowl, ladle 1 oz of the dark cherry balsamic vinaigrette. Add the marinated beets and marinated julienned red onions, organic spring mix and candied pecans. Season with salt and pepper. |
Lemon Juice and Olive Oil Salad Dressing ![]() | Ingredients 1/4 cup lemon juice Preparation Shake it up in a bottle and pour over salad greens. Delicious! |
Black Bean Soup ![]() | Ingredients 1 T olive oil1 C chopped onions 1 clove garlic 2 15 oz cans black beans 1 14 oz can stewed tomatoes 2 C veggie chicken broth 1/2 C mild picante sauce 1 t cumin 2 T lime juice Preparation Saute onion & garlic in oil and add remaining ingredients. Simmer at least 30 min. Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on each bowl. |
Chard Soup ![]() | Ingredients 1 bunch Swiss chard Preparation Chop onions, white part of chard. Saute onions, chard, garlic and mushrooms with olive oil. Add 1/2 cup water, tomato sauce, and G.W. broth; keep boiling. Add zucchini, garbanzos, chard (optional: green beans, turnips). Add remaining water. Cook until vegetables are tender. |
Garden Vegetable Soup ![]() | Ingredients 2/3 cup sliced carrot1/2 cup diced onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 cups fat-free broth (beef, chicken, or vegetable) 1 1/2 cups diced green cabbage 1/2 cup green beans 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup diced zucchini Preparation
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Oatmeal and Walnut Patties ![]() | Ingredients 1 c. oats1 c. corn flakes 1 c. walnuts 1 tsp. salt 3/4 t sage 1/2 t celery salt 2 eggs 1/2 c. milk 1 large onion, chopped fine Preparation Chop walnuts in blender. Mix all ingredients and let stand a few minutes. Form into patties using ice cream scoop and fry in oil until brown on both sides. Place in casserole or flat baking pan. Mix 1 can cream of mushroom soup with 3/4 can water. May add 1 small can mushrooms. Pour over patties and bake in oven until sauce is thick, 35 to 40 minutes at 350 |
Armenian Lentils & Swiss Chard ![]() | Ingredients 6 cups boiling water Preparation Saute onion, garlic, peppers and mushrooms in olive oil. Add half this mixture to lentils and stir well. Simmer another 15 minutes. Save other half for chard. Add chopped chard and G.W. seasoning to remaining onion and garlic mixture and 1/2 cup lentils liquid. Steam 5 minutes. Combine with lentils and simmer 5 minutes. Serve on cooked brown rice or ala (bulgar wheat). With a salad makes a whole meal. |
Cornflake Roast ![]() | Ingredients 1 1/2 c pecans chopped1 med onion chopped 1/2 c oil 4 c cornflakes 1 t basil 1 t salt 2 c milk 2 eggs Preparation Bake 400 c. 45 minutes covered; 15 minutes uncovered |
Quick 'n Easy ![]() | Ingredients 6 cups Special K2 pounds cottage cheese 6 eggs, beaten 1 envelope onion soup mix 1/4 cup oil Preparation Mix together in large bowl. Bake 350 degrees 45 min - 1 hour in large oiled casserole. |
Italian Patties ![]() | Ingredients--Patties 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs Mix well, form into patties, fry. Ingredients--Sauce 2 cans Italian stewed tomatoes Preparation Saute pepper, onion, mushrooms. Combine with tomatoes. Add lemon juice and sugar. Add patties and simmer. |
Skillet Quinoa ![]() | Ingredients 2 t. olive oil or a bit more Preparation Heat oil, add onion, garlic & ginger, saute 4 minutes. Add quiona, saute 1 minute more. Add water and broth cube & bring to a boil, lower heat & cook gently for 15 minutes. Fluff with fork, add beans, raisins, mint & juice. Cook 1 more minute. (May need to cook longer) |