Dressed to Kale: 21 Meatless Monday Recipes to Beat Kitchen Boredom

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Whether you’re a seasoned veggie cook or just want to add more greens to your diet, these 21 flavorful meatless recipes are for you!

Mediterranean Grain Bowls

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.

Mediterranean Grain Bowls combine pre-cooked grains, lots of healthy vegetables, and fresh, bright, bold Mediterranean flavors for an easy, nourishing, and delicious weeknight meal that comes together in about 10 minutes!

Grab the recipe: Mediterranean Grain Bowls.

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 a sauce with crushed tomatoes, garlic, and onion. This lively recipe will wake up your Monday pasta routine!

Grab the recipe: Spaghetti Arrabbiata.

Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

burrata salad with balsamic glaze including spring mix, basil leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil.
Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze is a fresh summer salad featuring spring mix, fresh basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, rich olive oil, and sweet, tangy balsamic reduction.

Grab the recipe: Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze.

Spicy Potato Soft Tacos with Chimichurri

Three Spicy Potato Soft Tacos sit on a wooden cutting board surrounded by a yellow linen and parsley.
Spicy Potato Soft Tacos with Chimichurri. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Crisp potatoes, fresh cabbage sprinkled with lime juice, bright chimichurri, and rich sour cream combine for a flavor combo everyone will love.

Grab the recipe: Spicy Potato Soft Tacos with Chimichurri.

Vegetable Yaki Udon Stir-Fry

A bowl of vegetable yaki udon is shown with wooden chopsticks, a wok of yaki udon, and scallions in the background.
Vegetable Yaki Udon Stir-Fry. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This vegetable yaki udon recipe is a stir-fried Japanese udon noodle dish that’s savory, sweet, and just a bit spicy.

Grab the recipe: Vegetable Yaki Udon Stir-Fry.

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.

Hearty marinara sauce is a delicious Italian sauce made with hand-crushed tomatoes, sautéed garlic and onion, rich olive oil, fresh basil, and flavorful Italian herbs. Serve over your favorite pasta!

Grab the recipe: Hearty Marinara Sauce.

Almond Pesto

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

This variation on a traditional basil pesto uses roasted almonds in the place of pine nuts for a subtle earthy flavor. Try it over pasta or veggie noodles!

Grab the recipe: Almond Pesto.

Leek & Squash Quiche

Closeup of leek and squash quiche with a green linen.
Leek & Squash Quiche. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This Leek & Squash Quiche features warm butternut squash, tangy goat cheese, and earthy rosemary for a beautiful, shareable savory dish perfect for breakfast, brunch with friends, lunch, or dinner.

Grab the recipe: Leek & Squash Quiche.

Aglio Olio e Peperoncino

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

Garlic lovers rejoice! Your recipe has arrived. This Aglio Olio e Peperoncino pairs pasta with garlic cooked until just golden, rich olive oil, fresh basil, and spicy Calabrian chili peppers.

Grab the recipe: Aglio Olio e Peperoncino.

Roasted Broccolini

A closeup of roasted tenderstem broccoli and garlic are shown on a white plate.
Roasted Broccolini. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Roasted broccolini is delicious when cooked until just crisp with garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Grab the recipe: Roasted Broccolini.

Tomato Mascarpone 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 and mascarpone sauce takes the traditional flavors of Italian tomato sauce – onion, garlic, Italian spices, and crushed tomatoes – and transforms them into a delicate, creamy, sweet, tangy sauce through the addition of mascarpone. Serve over your favorite pasta!

Grab the recipe: Tomato Mascarpone Sauce.

Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes

Closeup of fingerling potatoes roasted in air fryer coated in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and thyme dressing.
Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These crispy, light, creamy air fryer fingerling potatoes come together in 20 minutes for an easy, versatile side.

Grab the recipe: Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes.

Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill

beet cucumber salad is shown on a pink plate with a wood cutting board and dill.
Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This beet and cucumber salad with feta and dill is packed with sweet, savory, earthy, tangy, and salty flavors. Crunchy cucumbers, tender cooked beets, and a fresh lemon vinaigrette combine to create a delicious beet salad you’ll crave.

Grab the recipe: Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill.

White Cheddar and Mozzarella Mac and Cheese

A bowl of white cheddar mac and cheese with a bread crumb topping in a white bowl.
White Cheddar and Mozzarella Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

White Cheddar and mozzarella macaroni and cheese with a toasted breadcrumb, garlic, parsley and lemon zest topping.

Grab the recipe: White Cheddar and Mozzarella Mac and Cheese.

Arugula Caprese Salad

Arugula caprese salad on a white plate next to two forks, a white linen, and a small glass pitcher of balsamic glaze.
Arugula Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This caprese salad with arugula has cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic reduction. It’s a perfect summer salad you’re going to love!

Grab the recipe: Arugula Caprese Salad.

Orzo Pesto Salad

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 pesto orzo salad recipe highlights bold, delicious ingredients. Basil pesto sauce, feta cheese, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, and fresh, peppery arugula combine to create a bright, fresh, flavorful summer pasta salad!

Grab the recipe: Orzo Pesto Salad.

Sautéed Sweet Potatoes

Sautéed sweet potatoes are shown on a black plate with the tines of a fork and a cream-colored linen.
Sautéed Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Sautéed sweet potatoes are an easy, versatile addition to any breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This sweet and savory side is simply seasoned with salt, garlic powder, and cayenne for just a hint of heat.

Grab the recipe: Sautéed Sweet Potatoes.

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.

Comforting broth, chickpeas and rice, aromatic leeks and garlic, bright lemon, and fresh dill create a satisfying, lively meal ready in just 30 minutes.

Grab the recipe: Greek Chickpea Soup.

Spicy Roasted Vegetables

Spicy Roasted Vegetables. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These Spicy Roasted Vegetables combine classic roast vegetables – zucchini, summer squash, bell peppers, and red onions – and make them a bit more exciting with the addition of cayenne pepper.

Grab the recipe: Spicy Roasted Vegetables.

Marinated Brussels Sprouts

Marinated brussels sprouts are shown on a white plate with a spoon and a dark red linen in the background.
Marinated Brussels Sprouts. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Marinated Brussels Sprouts are coated in a shallot, rosemary, and honey vinaigrette for a savory, earthy, lightly sweet dish perfect for an appetizer for guests, a potluck, an easy side for dinner, or a salad on its own.

Grab the recipe: Marinated Brussels Sprouts.

Elote Bowl

esquites in a black bowl with a lime wedge.
Elote Bowl. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Do you love elote, the charred Mexican street corn that’s coated in mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, and spices? This elote bowl, commonly known as esquites, will provide all of the flavor with none of the mess.

Grab the recipe: Elote Bowl.

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