Light Meatless Dinners

These ideas for light meatless dinners include ingredients like mushrooms, zucchini, nopales, lentils, quinoa, and some vegan versions of classic stews, such as mushroom tinga or a lentil bolognese pasta.

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TabboulehThis tabbouleh recipe is a fresh dish that serves to accompany other preparations like jocoque, hummus, baba ganoush, among others, but it is also perfect for a light and nutritious dinner.See recipe
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Mushrooms in Green Sauce with PurslaneThis recipe for mushrooms in green sauce with purslane is perfect if you are watching your diet or simply looking for a delicious and different option to prepare.See recipe
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Nopales Tacos with Martajada SauceThese delicious nopales tacos are a healthy alternative to enjoy at any time of the day, as they are easy to prepare and yield quite a bit. They are also accompanied by a tasty martajada sauce, which you can use to complement other dishes.See recipe
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Mushroom TingaMushrooms are an ideal option to include in your weekly menu, as they are low in fat and have a high protein content. Now imagine preparing them as one of the most cherished stews at home and without any meat.See recipe
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Quinoa-Stuffed Chayotes GratinYou can't miss this delicious recipe for chayotes filled with a delightful tricolor quinoa, ham, and cheese, ideal for the whole family, and very nutritious.See recipe
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Vegan Bolognese SpaghettiThis recipe will show you how to make bolognese, but in its vegan version, which is just as delicious as the meat one. You can use nutritional yeast instead of parmesan cheese or substitute regular pasta for whole wheat pasta.See recipe
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Vegan Spinach CroquettesSpinach croquettes are a classic easy vegan recipe. Seasoned with onion and garlic powder, they are baked, so there’s no need to fry them in oil, making them a very healthy option for dinner.See recipe
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Light Aztec CakeThis aztec cake recipe is light because it is made with egg whites and is accompanied by a guajillo chili sauce and a filling of mushrooms.See recipe
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Lentil PicadilloThis lentil picadillo dish cooked with a tomato, carrot, potato, and pea broth is perfect for delicious tacos accompanied by sauce and rice. You won’t believe it’s not made with meat, and you’ll love it for dinner.See recipe
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Poblano Pepper Strips Stuffed ZucchiniThis generous recipe for zucchini stuffed with poblano pepper strips is easy, economical, and can be prepared in 15 minutes, so you will have not only a light meatless dinner but also a quick dish.See recipe