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    25 Vegetarian Dump-And-Cook Dinners You’ll Want to Make All the Time

    Published: Apr 15, 2025 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Cooking can be a hassle, especially on busy weeknights. These 25 vegetarian dump-and-cook dinners make it easy to prepare delicious meals with minimal effort. Just toss the ingredients together, let them cook, and enjoy a satisfying dinner without the fuss. Some of these recipes do use cheeses that are not technically vegetarian. To make them truly vegetarian, make sure the cheese you use is made without animal rennet.

    No-Boil Ravioli Casserole

    Ravioli casserole.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is incredibly easy to prepare. With just four ingredients and some ready-made items, you can have it ready in 5 minutes and on the table in under 40.

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    Stuffed Pepper Casserole

    No Boil Stuffed Pepper Casserole on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Piper Cooks.

    This easy casserole combines bell peppers, navy beans, long-grain white rice, and a tasty tomato sauce with Italian spices. It's a simple dish that you can throw together without much work.

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    Baked Gnocchi with Frozen Vegetables

    Baked gnocchi with vegetables on a Dutch oven.
    Photo Credit: Happy Veggie Kitchen.

    This is an easy one-pan gnocchi bake that requires no chopping. It's filled with frozen mixed veggies and a creamy cheese sauce, making it a comforting meal for the whole family.

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    Falafel Bake

    Falafel bake on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Happy Veggie Kitchen.

    This dish is easy to prepare and really delicious. With premade falafel, beans, tomatoes, kale, and a cheesy topping, it's a cozy vegetarian casserole that you'll want to enjoy regularly.

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    Cheesy Beans on Toasted Garlic Bread

    Cheesy Beans on Toasted Garlic Bread
    Photo Credit: Style and Grace.

    Dinner can be ready in just 20 minutes with only a few ingredients. These cheesy beans are baked in tasty marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella, making it a great meal when paired with garlic bread.

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    Vegetarian Burrito Bowls

    Burrito bowl.
    Image credit: Katie Trant.

    Burrito bowls are a healthy and tasty option that you can whip up quickly with this simple recipe. It's an easy way to enjoy a satisfying meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Slow Cooker Potato Soup

    Slow Cooker Potato Soup.
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    This slow cooker potato soup is a simple and comforting dish that you can prepare with minimal effort. It's creamy and satisfying, making it a great choice for busy days when you need a hearty meal.

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    Vegan Carrot Ginger Soup with Red Lentils

    Vegan Carrot Ginger Soup with Red Lentils
    Photo Credit:Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This Vegan Carrot Ginger Soup is full of protein from red lentils and is a healthy choice with comforting spices. It's simple to prepare using an Instant Pot, Crockpot, or on the stove, with instructions for each method.

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    Baked Ravioli Casserole

    Baked Ravioli Casserole.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This baked ravioli casserole is quick to prepare, taking only about 20 minutes from start to finish with just 5 minutes of prep. Using store-bought cheese ravioli makes it a simple option for busy weeknights, and it can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzla mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This cheesy mac and cheese is made in one dish with no need to pre-cook anything-just mix it all together, bake, and enjoy a comforting meal. With mozzarella and gorgonzola, it's packed with flavor and super simple to prepare.

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    Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup

    Easy Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup Recipe
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    This slow cooker minestrone soup is a filling vegetarian meal packed with pasta, beans, and zucchini. It's a simple and tasty dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Enchilada Bake

    Enchilada bake.
    Photo credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

    The Enchilada Bake is simple to put together with ingredients you probably already have at home, and it's delicious enough to be a family favorite. You won't even need to use your oven, as this dish is made in a slow cooker.

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    Sheet Pan Caprese Gnocchi

    Caprese gnocchi on a sheet pan.
    Photo Credit: The Savory Cipolla.

    This sheet pan dinner is a great option for summer. It's an easy and tasty way to feed a large family while keeping weeknight meals simple.

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    Gorgonzola Tortellini Casserole

    Gorgonzola tortellini casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This tortellini casserole is perfect for anyone who loves cheese and pasta. It features two kinds of cheese, a zesty kick from Gorgonzola, and a satisfying crunch from walnuts, all ready in under 40 minutes.

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    Vegetarian Ravioli Bake

    Ravioli bake.
    Image credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This is a comforting dish that everyone in the family will enjoy. It's cheesy and packed with flavor!

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    Crock Pot Vegetable Tortellini Soup

    Vegetable Tortellini Soup in Crockpot
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This creamy Tortellini Soup is a simple slow cooker dish packed with fresh green veggies. With just a few easy ingredients and minimal prep time, it's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

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    Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup.
    Photo Credit; Urban Farmie.

    This slow cooker black bean soup is rich, hearty, and ridiculously easy to make. It's my go-to for busy weeks and comes together with minimal effort!

    Slow Cooker Three Bean Taco Soup

    Taco soup with beans.
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This Slow Cooker Three Bean Taco Soup is quick to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal. Just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it simmer, then enjoy it with your favorite taco toppings like cheese and tortilla chips.

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    Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup

    Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup is a cozy and satisfying dish packed with fresh vegetables and soft gnocchi in a creamy broth. It comes together in just 30 minutes using ingredients you probably already have at home.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is super simple to prepare. In just 10 minutes of prep and 45 minutes in the oven, you can enjoy a delicious one-pan dish loaded with Cheddar and Gruyere cheese.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is simple, cheesy, and really tasty, perfect for a cozy meal. It's the kind of comfort food you'll want to enjoy again and again.

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    Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup

    Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Lazy Slow Cooker.

    This colorful vegetable alphabet soup is a healthy and enjoyable meal. Everyone in the family will love this fun vegetarian dish!

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    Baked Vegan Pasta

    Vegan pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Plant Based Folk.

    This creamy vegan pasta bake is simple to prepare and loaded with veggies. It's delicious whether served hot or cold!

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    Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup

    Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This soup is creamy and smooth, perfect for chilly days, and it requires no prep or cooking ahead of time. With the addition of apples and a hint of garam masala, it offers a comforting flavor that's great for freezing and is suitable for both vegans and vegetarians.

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    Cheese Tortellini Bake

    Cheese Tortellini Bake
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    The Cheesy Vegetarian Tortellini Bake is a simple meal that comes together in just 20 minutes with fewer than 10 ingredients, all in one pan. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want a filling dinner without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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