Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein

Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein

If you recently began a vegetarian diet, you may want to know your options for making delicious meals. With more dietary restrictions in place, following a vegetarian diet might seem challenging at first. Deciphering what meals are vegetarian might require a bit of research, especially if you're eating out. The truth is that there are several ways to create unique and tasty high-protein vegetarian meals in the comfort of your own home. It becomes easy to make flavorful homemade high protein vegetarian meals by becoming familiar with nutrient-rich vegetarian foods like quinoa, cauliflower and lentils. Flavor aside, when creating a vegetarian dish, it's essential to fill it with protein-rich ingredients. Though meatless meals often get a bad rap for being low in protein, many vegetarian foods are high in protein and great for you. Becoming familiar with these foods and incorporating them into your recipes is a crucial part of ensuring that you are getting your recommended daily amount of protein. Need some inspiration? Continue reading to discover a few of our favorite high protein vegetarian dinners!

Fresh Herb Feta Quinoa Cauliflower Patties

Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein | Bob's Red Mill Blog With summer weather rolling in, it's time to start thinking about which new backyard barbecue recipes you're going to bring to the table. If you're new to vegetarian cooking and want to impress your meat-free guests, then these Fresh Herb Feta Quinoa Cauliflower Patties are the recipe for you. Flavorsome and great for you, these patties are a true crowd-pleaser. In this recipe, fresh spices and herbs are blended with a nutty quinoa base to create a mouthwatering meatless burger. Now, you may be wondering where the protein in the burger is. It's in the quinoa. Quinoa, a gluten free whole grain, is an incredible source of protein. In fact, according to the Whole Grains Council, quinoa is considered to be a whole protein, which means that it contains all nine essential amino acids. Deemed "the mother grain" by the Inca, quinoa is a popular low carb rice substitute that is great for your health. In these vegetarian patties, quinoa is used as a nutritious base to create the perfect burger texture. When combined with cauliflower and eggs and molded into a patty-like shape, this recipe becomes the ideal meat-free burger substitute. Sandwich your quinoa patties in a delicious homemade hamburger bun, or choose to keep the meal light and wrap your burger in lettuce. This recipe can be made in large batches, making it the perfect dish to create if you plan on feeding a table full of hungry guests.

Crispy Farro with Wild Mushrooms

Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein | Bob's Red Mill Blog One of the healthiest ways to fill your dinner plate and your stomach is with a serving of whole grains. It 's no surprise that at Bob's Red Mill, we eat a lot of whole grains. That being said, farro might be one of our favorites. Farro is a protein-rich and fiber-packed whole grain that is loaded with health-boosting nutrients. A healthy vegetarian dish, a dinner full of farro is a great way to ensure that you're getting enough protein in your diet. Higher in protein than rice, it's also the perfect way to add heartiness to a meal. It's fluffy texture and nutty flavor complement both sweet and savory dishes. Plus, its high fiber content will help you fuel your body and keep you feeling full until your next meal. For the perfect high protein vegetarian dinner, add this Crispy Farro with Wild Mushrooms Recipe to your meal rotation. Cooked and prepped in just 40 minutes, Bob's Red Mill Organic Farro is used in this recipe to create a hearty and flavorful vegan dish. Crispy farro, heirloom carrots, wild mushrooms and fresh herbs are combined to create a satisfying entree perfect for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet.

Tortilla Soup with Red Lentils

Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein | Bob's Red Mill Blog The ideal quick and easy comfort food, soup is a convenient dish that can offer great health benefits. It's also very easy to make and one of the few healthy foods that kids love. If your house is crawling with picky eaters and you're wondering how to sneak more wholesome foods into your family's diet, this Tortilla Soup with Red Lentils is here to save the day. Curious to learn more about the "soup" er powers of this delicious dish? It's full of them! A tasty twist on classic tortilla soup, this recipe is made with black beans, red lentils and vegetable broth to create a delicious protein-packed vegetarian dinner. Red lentils are the star of this recipe as they are low in calories, rich in iron and a great source of plant-based protein. Whip up a big batch of this soup and serve immediately, or freeze and save for later. This protein-packed recipe is a comforting choice on a day when you need a food-induced pick-me-up.

Savory Spring Porridge

Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein | Bob's Red Mill Blog Are you a porridge fan? Or maybe you're just curious to learn more about this widely loved breakfast food? Whatever your feelings about porridge are, we're confident that you'll be a fan after trying this recipe. If you often find yourself hungry shortly after a meal, you might not be eating the right kind of carbs. Porridge is an incredible source of healthy complex carbs, the good kind. Because complex carbs take a while to digest, they are slower to release their energy. This means that you stay energized for more extended periods. For an added boost of protein and fiber, top your porridge off with nuts and seeds! Aside from curbing your hunger, eating porridge is a great way to boost your immune system. Rich in vitamin A, porridge may help your body fight off germs that could potentially get you sick. To help keep your immune system strong, indulge in a rich dinner recipe like this Savory Spring Porridge. Made with organic farro, snap peas and asparagus, it's a genuinely satisfying dish that will keep you full for hours!

Three Bean Chili Polenta Pot Pie

Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein | Bob's Red Mill Blog With a legacy dating back to the 1700s, polenta first became recognized for being a plentiful and cheap food source. Since then, polenta has gained worldwide popularity and is considered a staple in many households. Due to its high amount of complex carbs, polenta provides a stable energy supply. An agreeable dish, polenta's light flavor allows it to work well in breakfast, lunch and dinner entrees. It can be served hot or cold and is a great gluten free substitute for wheat-based meals. Easily made by boiling water and stirring in grits, polenta is a time-saving ingredient that will save you time in the kitchen. For a filling veggie-based dinner dish, try out this Three-Bean Chili Polenta Pot Pie. A savory blend of polenta and beans, this recipe is entirely meat-free! Add this recipe to your meal plan for a quick dinner that is made in just half an hour from start to finish.

Easy Enchilada Casserole

Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein | Bob's Red Mill Blog Hot, crispy and full of cheesy goodness, this Easy Enchilada Casserole is the perfect veggie-packed dinner to satisfy all of your summertime cravings. Plus, its the ideal dish to make if you're serving a group of gluten free guests. Full of flavor, it is a high-protein dinner and an easy way to sneak veggies into a kid-approved meal. Serve it up at your next summer gathering, or make this recipe as a family to work in more quality kitchen time! No matter how you serve this recipe, it's sure to be a crowd favorite.

Bonus Recipe: A Protein-Packed Dessert - Lemon Poppyseed Protein Muffins

Delicious & Nutritious Vegetarian Dinners That Are High in Protein | Bob's Red Mill Blog Now that you discovered all of these delicious dinner recipes, you may be wondering how you can continue the protein boost with a healthy dessert. If that's the case, then we have you covered. This mouthwatering dessert recipe is a sweet way to work more protein into your diet. With just one scoop of a protein powder like our Vanilla Protein Powder Nutritional Booster, these sweet Lemon Poppyseed Protein Muffins are transformed into a healthy treat. Enjoy them as dessert after a savory meal, as a healthy on-the-go breakfast, or as post-workout fuel. The next time you need a healthy dinner recipe, try making one of these protein-packed dinners! High in protein, these dinners are full of health-boosting nutrients that make them a great way to squeeze superfoods into some of your favorite meals. Whether you choose to indulge in a savory bowl of porridge or a big batch of tortilla soup, we're confident that these dinners will provide you with the protein needed to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Have a high protein vegetarian meal that you enjoy making? We understand that protein is an essential part of a healthy diet and are always looking for new recipes to try out! Let us know your favorite vegetarian recipes in the comments below! From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, we hope you have a healthy and protein-packed day!  
Bob's Red Mill
July 06 2020

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