Quick and Best High-Protein Vegetarian Dinner Ideas for Plant-Based Lifestyles

Sesame Peanut Noodles

Plant-based eating shouldn't be boring, and this dish proves it doesn't have to be. The recipe is surprisingly easy.

Avocado Quinoa Power Salad

That's not the case with this quinoa-based edition that uses avocado, spinach, and a homemade dressing to deliver a midday meal.

Lasagna Soup

Share via Pin Say goodbye to dry, overly dense lasagna with this extra-saucy take on the staple. For an additional dose of protein.

Healthy Banana Pancakes

You might scoff at this one, but just 2 ounces of quick-cook oats this recipe calls for double that have 8 grams of protein. Plus, who needs to eat pancakes.

Chickpea Sweet Potato Stew

It only takes 30 minutes to cook up this pot of rainy-day goodness — plus, it's packed with protein. The fiber-rich sweet potatoes.

Southwestern-Style Quinoa Salad

Quinoa is such a versatile base — and it's rich in protein, with 8 grams per 1-cup serving. Eat this Southwestern-style quinoa salad.

One-Pot Enchilada Rice

Just because you're eating plant-based dishes doesn't mean you have to skimp on cheese. This gooey one-pot dish has black beans.