5 Meatless Recipes Even Picky Eaters Will Love

When it comes to plant-based cooking, there’s no need to give up the crowd-pleasing comfort food favourites that friends and family adore. As the weather gets cooler, dig into these cozy and hearty high-protein meals that are all completely meatless and easy to prepare, especially using delicious easy-to-swap products such as the ones from Gardein®.

Whether you’re trying out the flexitarian lifestyle or just aiming to eat a little less meat, these five recipes will keep a wide variety of eaters around the table happy and well-fed.

A slice of vegan lasagna on a white plate with tomato-base.

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The Perfect Vegan Lasagna

For those looking for that single dish feast for the entire family, it’s hard to beat this vegan take on an Italian classic. Vegan meat patties or crumble are bolstered with substantial red lentils, chewy oyster mushrooms and soft tofu for creaminess. A pile of shredded vegan mozzarella on top adds more protein, along with that gooey cheesy texture everyone loves, and a bit of extra height.

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Plant-Based Shepherd's Skillet Pie

A skillet is a natural vessel for this warm and comforting meatless shepherd’s pie with Gardein® Plant-Based Ground Be’f. Using tahini to thicken the sauce adds nuttiness and a creamy texture, and the combination of soy sauce and Dijon mustard packs a punch of flavour. Topped with the classic combination of mashed potatoes and garlic and cooked under the broiler, the whole dish will end up as a beautiful, and delicious, golden brown pie that can go straight to the table.

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Loaded Sweet Potatoes with “Cheese” and Beans

If you’re craving Mexican food, this plant-based twist on a classic baked potato is just the ticket. Sweet potatoes are roasted to tender perfection and topped with a plant-based lime crema, protein-packed black beans, plant-based cheddar and zesty fresh veggies and herbs. The smooth, creamy base of sweet potato provides the perfect canvas for the flavourful toppings to shine, and we have a feeling everyone at the table will be asking for seconds.

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Pizza Penne Skillet

Pizza and pasta team up in a playful concoction using Gardein® Plant-Based Meatballs and a classic foundation of tomatoes, onions, and peppers. Win over even the pickiest of eaters by letting them swap in their own favorite pizza toppings for a dinner that’s sure to be polished off right out of the skillet.

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Vegan Sloppy Joes

Crowd-pleasing sloppy joes get a spicy, plant-based makeover with the addition of high-protein chickpeas, scotch bonnet and a sprinkling of curry powder. Spicy cucumber chutney and guava jam give this hearty sandwich an extra kick of sweet heat. It’s an unexpected combination of sweet, savoury and spicy flavours that’ll surely become part of your weeknight dinner roster.

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