Hearty, seasonal and full of flavor, these easy vegetarian recipes are proof that a meatless meal never has to feel like something’s missing. For a quick weeknight dinner, make a bright Creamy Red Lentil Soup with lemon, parsley and feta, or a big pot of Ribollita, the classic Tuscan bread soup packed with kale, beans and fennel. In summer, bring a Pesto Pasta Salad with fresh mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes to your next cookout, along with a cheesy, elote-inspired Mexican Street Corn Dip. When the weather cools, serve a sweet and sour Roasted Kabocha Squash Agrodolce as a side or the star of the table. And for dessert, an easy Apple Tarte Tatin made with store-bought puff pastry.
Focaccia col formaggio—also known as focaccia di Recco—is a crisp, cheese-filled flatbread from Liguria made without yeast. This easy version uses grocery-store cheeses for an incredibly delicious twist on an Italian classic.
A grilled peach panzanella salad with burrata, basil, and crispy ciabatta croutons. A summer salad that’s juicy, creamy, crunchy—and perfect for warm weather.
Learn how to make malloreddus—also known as gnocchetti sardi—at home by hand, no special tools needed. This traditional Sardinian pasta is ridged, shell-shaped, and perfect with tomato butter sauce or sausage ragù.
A simple, silky tomato sauce made with just a handful of ingredients. Rich from butter, naturally sweet from cherry tomatoes, and perfect for tossing with your favorite pasta.
This refreshing cantaloupe salad with cucumber and feta is the perfect sweet and salty summer side. Quick to prep, topped with crunchy pistachios, fresh basil, and a bright lime dressing.
These easy Italian stuffed tomatoes (Pomodori Ripieni) are baked with panko, parmesan, garlic, and herbs. A delicious vegetarian side, you can make all year long.
Rich, savory, and slightly sweet, this Sicilian-inspired red pesto is full of flavor. Made with sun-dried tomatoes, almonds, Parmesan, garlic, basil, and olive oil.
A flourless Italian chocolate torte made with almond flour, whipped eggs, dark chocolate, and a hint of espresso. It’s rich, very chocolaty, and oh-so delicious.
Homemade ricotta cavatelli are easy to make and go perfectly with any sauce. Just a few ingredients and no special equipment needed. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pasta pro, this is a go-to homemade pasta shape.