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Vegetarian recipes

Satisfying and meat-free, these vegetarian recipes offer healthy choices for snacks and meals.

  • Apple-raisin salad Try this new salad recipe that uses apples and raisins to satisfy your sweet cravings without adding extra sugar.
  • Avocado yogurt dip Try this creamy avocado yogurt that is both healthy and full of good fats.
  • Barbecue tempeh Korean gochujang makes a spicy, savory base for this vegetarian barbecue dish.
  • Black bean and salsa soup Made from black beans and salsa, this hearty soup can keep you full for hours. Not only is it quick to prepare, it’s also packed with protein, vitamin C and iron for a healthy mouth and body.
  • Black bean rice burgers Great for teeth and gums, these vegetarian black bean patties offer a healthy alternative to the classic hamburger.
  • Broccoli cheese soup This tasty broccoli soup is packed with tooth- and gum-supporting vitamins K and C, plus a boost of calcium and flavor from the added cheese.
  • Celery root soup Creamy, smooth and peppery, this pureed celeriac soup offers comfort on a cold day.
  • Cheesy zucchini rounds Enjoy baked zucchini slices featuring crispy Parmesan with this quick and tasty recipe.
  • Chocolate banana coconut smoothie Packed with chocolate, banana and a hint of coconut, this refreshing smoothie is satisfyingly sweet with no added sugar.
  • Chocolate peanut butter fudge Smooth, rich and satisfying, this chocolate peanut butter fudge offers a sweet flavor with low sugar content.
  • Easy pinto beans Don’t be intimidated to try cooking dried beans from scratch. With this recipe, it’s simple, economical and healthy.
  • Eggplant pizzas This fun, eggplant-based alternative to pizza makes a quick and tasty snack. The recipe features eggplant, tomato and cheese.
  • Garlic sweet potato mash Try this savory garlic sweet potato mash to get your holiday sweet potato fix without any added sugar.
  • Heart-shaped salad This lovely fresh salad features a delicious mix of crunchy vegetables and mozzarella cheese. The heart-shaped veggies add a personal touch.
  • Lemony Greek salad This simple and classic salad recipe is sure to become a weeknight favorite.
  • Lentil and cashew roast This filling nut loaf packs flavor with a healthy serving of calcium, vitamin C and phosphorus. Made from lentils and cashews, this recipe is gluten-free and suitable for vegetarians.
  • Monster mouths Make these monster mouths that are sure to liven up snack time.
  • Mountain trail mix This mountain trail mix is easy to make and full of protein.
  • Nashville hot tofu Nashville hot chicken, a local specialty of Nashville, Tennessee, is fried chicken that's basted in a distinctive hot sauce. Bring the heat, but keep things healthy with this lighter version of the trendy dish.
  • Parmesan spinach bake Light and delicious, this creamy spinach bake is a great source of calcium and potassium.
  • Pumpkin hummus This fall-inspired hummus features pumpkins, garbanzo beans and tahini.
  • Pumpkin soup This filling pumpkin soup has no added sugar, relying on the natural sweetness of pumpkin and cream.
  • Red lentil soup Featuring nutrient-rich red lentils, almonds and curry, this hearty soup will fill you right up.
  • Roasted butternut squash with garlic and herbs This oven-roasted side features winter squash seasoned with herbs and garlic.
  • Slow-cooker butternut squash pasta This simple, healthy, creamy pasta sauce cooks slowly over several hours, but it only takes a couple minutes of prep time.
  • Spinach and artichoke dip This chunky dip combines rich flavor with a trove of healthy ingredients. Great with pita or tortilla chips, it’s a party favorite
  • Spinach and mandarin orange salad Spinach and mandarin orange salad is a great way to get added calcium and iron in your diet.
  • Strawberry banana ice cream Try this four-ingredient recipe for a dessert that’s quick and easy to make and has no added sugar.
  • Strawberry frozen yogurt This creamy strawberry treat is easy to make and has an ice cream-like consistency.
  • Sweet potato salad Everyone loves potato salad, so why not try it with vitamin-packed, flavorful sweet potatoes for a healthy and tasty change?
  • Vegetable platter with dip With crisp, fresh vegetables (for antioxidants and vitamin C) and calcium-rich yogurt or sour cream, this dish does double duty for healthy teeth.
  • Vegetarian bean and cheese taquitos Make your own taquitos. With black beans and cheese, this healthy homemade alternative is quick and tasty.
  • Veggie omelet This delicious vegetarian omelet is quick and tasty. Just grab eggs, vegetables and cheese.
  • Watermelon feta blackberry skewers These tricolor fruit kabobs make a quick and tasty summer snack featuring watermelon, feta cheese and fresh blackberries.
  • Whole-wheat pancakes A tasty, healthy treat for a family breakfast: whole-wheat pancakes with fresh fruit and low-fat yogurt.
  • “Caramel” yogurt dip Crunchy apples are a great snack for teeth, but sticky candy coatings and sugary dips can do a number on your oral health.

Recipes

Expand your cooking repertoire with these smile-friendly recipes for the whole family.

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