50 Hearty Vegetarian Skillet Recipes
50 Hearty Vegetarian Skillet Recipes
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50 Hearty Vegetarian Skillet Recipes
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 fat, 1 vegetable
Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This pasta dish is a wonderful blend of crisp, colorful vegetables and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 275 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 141mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 3/50 Vegetarian Pan-Fried Noodles 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is an easy recipe
for a “tofu beginner,” as it teaches people how to use it
for a “tofu beginner,” as it teaches people how to use it. If you have time, one way to prepare it is to cut the tofu block in half and wrap well in a terry kitchen towel. Let it sit in the fridge for at least an hour to absorb excess water. For a complete meal, serve with Chinese soup and egg rolls! — Autumn SinClaire, Gold Beach, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 417 calories, 17g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 588mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 8g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean
meat, 1 vegetable
meat, 1 vegetable. These tasty vegetarian dinner recipes will please everyone at the table. 4/50 Quick Italian Veggie Skillet 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When you don’t know what to serve, Italian flavors are a good starting point. We combine cannellini and garbanzo beans for this snappy rice dish. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 342 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 660mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 11g fiber), 16g protein. 5/50 Black Bean & White Cheddar
I like to make it with lime salsa
Frittata 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Black Bean & White Cheddar Frittata Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one of my favorite comfort foods for breakfast or even a quick dinner. I like to make it with lime salsa. But if you’re looking for something with more kick, use hot salsa or add some chipotle pepper. —Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge (calculated without toppings): 183 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 196mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber),
13g protein
13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. Whether you need something for breakfast, lunch or dinner, these vegetarian main dishes are sure to satisfy. 6/50 Vegetarian Pan-Fried Gnocchi 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Onion Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tender potato gnocchi are so delicious with the earthy, rich flavors of sauteed mushrooms and onions. It’s one of my family’s go-to side dishes. —Kris Berezansky, Clymer, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 287 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated
min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:
fat), 31mg cholesterol, 583mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. 7/50 Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One taste of this outrageously delicious hot spinach artichoke dip and your guests will not stop eating it until it’s gone. The savory blend of artichokes, spinach and Parmesan cheese is positively addictive! It tastes even better if you make it the night before and chill it in the fridge before baking. —Michelle
Try this colorful pasta dish, which is the brainchild of my oldest son
Krzmarzick, Torrance, California Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 68 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 8/50 Vegetarian Linguine 30 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Vegetarian Linguine Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Looking for a tasty alternative to a meat-and-potatoes meal? Try this colorful pasta dish, which is the brainchild of my oldest son. It’s a stick-to-your-ribs meal that includes loads of fresh veggies as well as basil and provolone. —Jane Bone, Cape Coral,
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable
Florida Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 260 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 444mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable. 9/50 Creamy Baked Eggs 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband loves eggs prepared in any way. This recipe is simple but special, and every time the eggs come out just as he likes them. If you like soft yolks, cook the eggs for 9
minutes; for firmer yolks, cook for about 11 minutes
minutes; for firmer yolks, cook for about 11 minutes. —Macey Allen, Green Forest, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1 baked egg: 135 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 200mg cholesterol, 237mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 11g protein. 10/50 Oven-Fried Cornbread 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Southern Cornbread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nothing says good home cooking like a crisp Southern cornbread baked in a cast-iron skillet. This old family recipe has been passed down to each generation. —Emory Doty, Jasper, Georgia Nutrition Facts:
Diabetic Exchanges: 1
1 piece: 238 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 709mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 11/50 Asparagus, Squash & Red Pepper Saute 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Asparagus, Squash & Red Pepper Saute Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The appealing vegetable trio is enlivened by a wine-scented saute. —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 90 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 163mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1
vegetable, 1 fat
vegetable, 1 fat. 12/50 Skillet Mac and Cheese 96 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Skillet Mac and Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This creamy mac and cheese is so simple it’s almost too easy! Kids really go for the rich cheese flavor, but I’ve never met an adult who didn’t love it just as much. —Ann Bowers, Rockport, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 600 calories, 37g fat (23g saturated fat), 144mg cholesterol, 1185mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. 13/50 Broccoli Cauliflower
Shallots, basil and broth rev up the taste of this nutritious vegetable medley
Combo 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Shallots, basil and broth rev up the taste of this nutritious vegetable medley. The bright color and fresh flavors will dress up your plate! —Clara Coulston, Washington Court House, Ohio. Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 38 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 204mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 vegetable. 14/50 Ravioli with Snap Peas & Mushrooms 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go
to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:
to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Topped with the toasty texture and flavor of hazelnuts, this pasta makes an easy, earthy weeknight dinner. I serve it with an herb and lettuce salad and white wine. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 347 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 470mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 15/50 Sage Fontina Focaccia Test Kitchen Approved Sage Fontina Focaccia Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 1 loaf (8 wedges) Go
Sherry adds an amazing spark to the vegetables
to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These rustic loaves have plenty of sage flavor—a tasty addition to any feast.— Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge: 112 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 131mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 16/50 Carrots and Snow Peas 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is without question my favorite side dish, both for flavor and ease of preparation. Sherry adds an amazing spark to the vegetables. —Cheryl Donnely, Arvada, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 3/4
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Vegetarian Linguine 30 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Vegetarian Linguine Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Looking for a tasty alternative to a meat-and-potatoes meal?
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