Favorite Vegeterian Go-to Meals/Snacks?

CinerellaxChicagoxfitter

I have been a Vegetarian for 4 months now and I was hoping to discover new, healthy recipes to try Thanks.

Glossysweets

There are lots - it all depends on what you like. My go to ones are Smoothies (with vegan protein), A mixed plate of things (carrots, celery, pickles, cheese, strawberries, apple slices nuts/or peanut butter to dip celery & apples in), Homemade kimbap (a bit of rice, cucumber, egg, carrots, lettuce/spinach/kale wrapped in a nori sheet), half water/half juice with about 1-2Tbsp of chia seeds

There are more I just can't think too much right now.

_TastySnoBalls_

scrambled eggs on toast topped with avocado, string cheese (any cheese really), trail mix (I found a good one by Planters), bananas, apples, tangerines, greek yogurt (i prefer plain and i mix in peanut butter), PB&Jelly (can't go wrong with that), cheese pizza, waffles topped with cool whip and maple syrup, morningstar farms and boca make some good faux meat products.

I've been a vegetarian for about 6 yrs now, you can add me to look at my diary if you want.

Pixt

Baked chickpeas - marinate cooked chicpeas in whatever flavoring you like best for an hour or so (I really enjoy a combo of soy/maple syrup, and it only takes a little), then bake, single layer, on something non-stick (I use non-stick aluminum foil) at 350, stirring every 10 minutes for 20-30 minutes. You can refrigerate and eat as snacks, or pair them with vegetables and a bit of rice for a meal.

Kale and pineapple salad - remove stems from a bunch of kale, finely chop the kale (I use a few pulses in a food processor, mainly because I'm lazy), rub a tablespoon of olive oil all through the kale (really try to get a bit on each leaf), add 1 to 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, a teaspoon to a tablespoon of whatever sweetener you use (I use honey), salt (to taste) and a whole big bunch of chopped up pineapple ... I typically do a half of a fresh pineapple to one "bunch" of kale, with a tablespoon of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey, and half a teaspoon of salt ... mix well and refrigerate. It mellows and tastes even better on days 2 and 3.

Quinoa with dried cranberries and almonds ... no fuss, just cook the Quinoa as directed on the package but toss a quarter cup each of dried cranberries and slivered almonds in ... goes really well with the baked chickpeas (above)

My favorite Vegetarian "salad" meal is cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocado with fresh basil and some freshly toasted pumpkin seeds over a very lightly dressed bed of arugula

I apologize for the primarily "wing-it" instructions, winging it is how I typically cook

vwbug86

Fruit like apples and bananas with natural peanut butter.

Hummus and cucumber or carrots.

Greek Yogurt and fruit.

peanut butter and honey on the carb of your choice.

Green smoothies (spinach, kale) with banana and vegetarian protein powder.

Cheese and high fiber crackers. I like a wedge of laughing cow with triscuits.

Fiber one brownies.

1 piece of dark chocolate.

Fenrissa

I'm curious what others have to say as well.

Fit2Strip

I have two favorites that I make a lot (both are vegan).

Curry Vegetables:
In a deep dish with narrow base or a wok: heat a little oil, add cumin seed, salt, asafoteida, mustard seed, diced green serrano peppers, grated ginger, turmeric and sambhar masala (or alternatives if unavailable)
After browned: add diced tomatoes, eggplant, potatoes, peas and other veg you want. Add a little water. Let cook covered for an hour at low heat and it will all be steamed and delicious.

Coconut Butternut Squash Soup:
Recipe is on this page: http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/11/01/a-thanksgiving-feast-no-turkeys-allowed/?_r=0

ETA: I'm currently trying to master lentil soup, but so far it has been a painful journey. Once I get it right, I'll post that

Oh and if you like to cook and have time... VEGETABLE SAMOSAS! OMG. Those are better than crack, but take a while to make. The recipe I like best: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/vegetable-samosas-recipe/index.html

I have never made the chutney on that page though because I prefer tamarind. I also substitute vegan Smart Balance butter for the ghee, so the recipe becomes vegan.

mellowadam

I was lacto veg for years and recently came back to it. I have notice a subtle difference in my energy. I'm sleeping a lot better. I've been making casseroles lately. My go to during the week for lunch is a Mexican casserole. It's black beans, corn, fire roasted tomatoes and Greek yogurt. Mix well and put in a large casserole dish. Cover with reduced fat cheese and season with chili powder and Cheyenne pepper. My wife and I can eat on one batch for 3 days.

Another good casserole is instant rice, frozen broccoli and cream of mushroom soup. Top with cheese and bake for 20 minutes. Delicious!

I also do curried vegetables as another poster suggested. They are delicious and very easy. To make them a little creamy I use coconut milk. I serve mine over brown rice.

For snacking I do generous servings of fruit and a 1/3 cup almonds or cashews. When I snack I like to drink about a liter of water. It helps me feel full. Some of my friends snicker when we go out and I run out to my car and have my snack in a lunch bag but it helps me stay strong on my weight loss journey. I'm down 60 pounds for the year and still going strong.