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Quick and Easy Spaghetti Recipe with Gazpacho Sauce

Low-calorie vegetarian meals

Isabella Keeling - Deputy health editor

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These well-balanced, meat-free recipes are all under 500 calories per portion. From orzo risotto and lasagne, to aubergine chilli and veggie burgers, you're sure to find something you'll love

Looking for low-calorie vegetarian meals? Check out our ideas below, then discover our favourite vegetarian slow-cooker recipes, low-carb vegetarian recipes, healthy vegan recipes, dairy-free dinner recipes and healthy vegetarian recipes.

It is important when following a vegetarian diet that you keep an eye on calories, as it can be very easy to overdo the dairy products such as cheese. These low calorie vegetarian meals are perfectly balanced, with lots of vegetables, beans, whole grains and some dairy which mean you can still enjoy a vegetarian meal knowing that you're getting the most out of your meals without the extra calories.

Low-calorie vegetarian meals

Coronation tofu salad

This vegan take on coronation salad replaces the chicken with smoked tofu. With a fragrant dressing made from madras curry powder and sweet mango chutney.

Coronation Chicken Recipe with Tofu

Gazpacho sauce spaghetti

Ready in just 15 minutes this simple vegan pasta recipe is tossed in a smooth yet fiery gazpacho sauce.

Quick and Easy Spaghetti Recipe with Gazpacho Sauce

Aubergine chilli

Charred aubergine gives this vegan chilli a delicious, smoky depth, making it a great family midweek meat alternative.

two bowls of veggie chilli with sour cream and lime, and a side of rice

Sunblush tomato and olive vegan paella

Filled with rich Mediterranean morsels, this plant-based paella has bags of flavour and will impress the whole family.

A large pot of vegan paella with sun blush tomatoes, olives, peppers and courgettes

Pea risotto

Simple, bright and packed with plenty of fresh and zesty flavours, this meat-free risotto is welcoming at any time of year.

Bowl of pea risotto next to a glass of water

Gigantes plaki (Greek baked beans)

Ready in under an hour, this Greek one-pot is packed with fresh flavours, as well as protein and fibre. A healthy vegetarian meal with under 300 calories per serving.

Gigantes Plaki Recipe

Shakshuka

A classic brunch dish, shakshuka is made by simmering spices, pepper, tomatoes and eggs together a pan.

shakshuka

Orzo risotto with cavolo nero, peas and chilli

Make our creamy orzo risotto with cavolo nero, peas and chilli for a warming midweek meal.

Pasta Orzo Risotto Recipe with Cavolo Nero

Vegetarian lasagne

Try our vegetarian alternative to this classic family dish. With layers of greens and fresh pesto, its' a great midweek meal.

Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe for kale, ricotta and leek lasagne

Cumin tofu stir-fry

This speedy tofu stir fry is low in calories but doesn’t compromise on flavour, brilliant for a nourishing midweek dinner.

A white plate with a tofu stir-fry on it

Vegan sushi bowls

This vegan sushi bowl is low in calories yet full of comforting, zingy flavours – proving that healthy can be satisfying, too.

Vegan sushi bowls on a white tablecloth with chopsticks

Homemade veggie burgers

Turn simple veg into satisfying, yet healthy, burgers and enjoy for dinner tonights.

Veggie Burger Allotment recipe

Avocado fusilli pasta

Avocados make a super-creamy pasta sauce. It’s a great way of using up any which are overly ripe and adds more healthy fats to your meal.

Avocado and spinach fusilli

Roasted veg and feta grain salad

This rustic salad makes a great lunch and will keep you feeling full all afternoon, thanks to the hearty grains.

Roasted Veggie Salad Recipe with Feta

Red pepper soup

A vibrant and antioxidant-rich red soup recipe, perfect for sunny days. You'll need plenty of red pepper, garlic and dried chilli flakes for this one.

Red pepper soup

Mushroom stroganoff

Swap beef for porcini and flat mushrooms to create a rich vegetarian version that doesn't compromise on flavour.

Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe

Vegetarian shepherd's pie

This meat-free recipe for lentil shepherd's pie is a great vegan take on a classic. It's packed with protein and fibre, too.

Vegetarian shepherd's pie in a dish with a large chunk taken out and presented on a dinner plate

Vegetarian mushroom chilli

Try our healthy twist on a family classic, chilli con carne but this time with mushrooms. Top with limey sour cream for a delicious, satisfying meal.

Vegetarian Chilli Con Carne Recipe

Vegetarian lentil bolognese

This Puy lentil bolognese is a great vegetarian alternative for when you don't want to use a meat substitute but still want a substantial meal. Plus, it's easy to make and healthy.

Lentil Bolognese Recipe

Chickpea fritters with yogurt, green chilli and cucumber salad

Turn chickpeas into these lightly-spiced fritters and serve with a zesty cucumber salad for a quick, low-calorie lunch.

Chickpea Fritters Recipe with Yogurt, Green Chilli and Cucumber Salad

Veggie spelt broth with giant croutons

Make our nourishing vegetarian broth, packed with nutritious veg such as celery and cauliflower. Top with homemade sourdough croutons for added crunch.

Vegetable Broth Recipe with Croutons

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