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Spice up your week with these 9 meatless Monday marvels

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By Gen La Rocca

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Eating meat-free can be not only easy but also incredibly satisfying and flavorful! These 9 meatless Monday recipes will show you how.

A closeup of hearty marinara sauce in a wooden spoon over a pot of finished marinara sauce.
Hearty Marinara Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Almond Pesto

almond pesto in a white bowl surrounded by almonds and basil leaves.
Almond Pesto. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Try this easy and tasty variation on a traditional pesto it over pasta or veggie noodles!
Get the Recipe: Almond Pesto

Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Spaghetti Arrabbiata is twirled on a black plate on a white marble counter.
Spaghetti Arrabbiata. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Spaghetti Arrabbiata is a spicy Italian pasta dish with tomato sauce and chili flakes!
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Orzo Pesto Salad with Sundried Tomatoes

Two plates of orzo pesto salad sit on a concrete background with a green linen and copper forks.
Orzo Pesto Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This pasta salad uses orzo in place of the traditional bowties or corkscrews. It has feta, pesto, sundried tomatoes, and arugula for a balanced, delicious bite.
Get the Recipe: Orzo Pesto Salad with Sundried Tomatoes

Hearty Marinara Sauce

A closeup of hearty marinara sauce in a wooden spoon over a pot of finished marinara sauce.
Hearty Marinara Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This marinara sauce is so easy to make at home and everyone loves it!
Get the Recipe: Hearty Marinara Sauce

Mediterranean Grain Bowl

Two grain bowls are shown on a white marble counter with forks, a red linen, dill, and a lemon.
Mediterranean Grain Bowls. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

If you have pre-cooked rice on hand, this bowl is ready in 10 minutes! It’s incredibly flavorful and so easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Grain Bowl

Greek Chickpea Soup

a bowl of greek chickpea soup garnished with dill on a blue and white linen with a gold spoon.
Greek Chickpea Soup. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Creamy chickpeas, vegetables, fresh dill and bright lemon come together in this delicious and easy soup!
Get the Recipe: Greek Chickpea Soup

Garlicky Pasta with Hot Peppers

pasta aglio olio e peperoncino is mixed with a black pasta fork.
Aglio Olio e Peperoncino. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This garlicky pasta with hot peppers pairs pasta with savory garlic, rich olive oil, and spicy chili peppers.
Get the Recipe: Garlicky Pasta with Hot Peppers

Tomato Cream Sauce

Close-up shot of spaghetti with tomato and mascarpone sauce topped with parsley on a black plate.
Tomato Mascarpone Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This tomato cream sauce swaps out the cream for tangy, rich mascarpone for a delectable twist on the classic!
Get the Recipe: Tomato Cream Sauce

Vegetable Yaki Udon

Vegetable Yaki Udon in bowl with two wooden chop sticks
Vegetable Yaki Udon. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This vegetable yaki udon has fresh veggies, chewy udon noodles, and a savory and sweet soy, garlic, ginger sauce you’ll love!
Get the Recipe: Vegetable Yaki Udon

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