TABLE Magazine’s Best Vegetarian Recipes of 2024

Vegetarian eating has all but taken over TABLE Magazine. Forget the old, boring vegetarian stereotypes of the past: 2024 was the year plant-forward cuisine truly blossomed, showcasing the incredible diversity and deliciousness of vegetables, fruits, grains, and even legumes. These top 10 plant-forward recipes from TABLE Magazine showcase the best of the best and also prove that nutritious food can be just as crave-worthy as fast food. So, buckle up because we’re making plant-powered eating exciting!

TABLE Magazine’s Best Vegetarian Recipes of 2024

Spiral Ratatouille

Colorful spiral ratatouille sits proudly in a bowl

This Spiral Ratatouille is a true work of art, both visually and in a culinary way. It delivers a vibrant display of colors and fresh vegetable flavors in a captivating display. The artful arrangement of vegetables in a spiral creates a stunning presentation, while the combination of textures and tastes ensures a truly satisfying dinner after some time in the oven.

Stanley Tucci Inspired Cacio e Pepe

A plate of cacio e pepe on a green background

Not all pasta has to have meat in the sauce! Stanley Tucci inspired us to create this cheesy Cacio e Pepe recipe. We drench bucatini noodles in a blend of Pecorino Romano cheese, olive oil, butter, lemon, and arugula. It’s a filling dish and will leave anyone (old or young) in awe of the taste.  

Stanley Tucci Inspired Maria Rosa Tomato Sauce

A plate of bright red tomato sauce on a verdant green background

Everyone should learn to make a homemade tomato sauce to keep in your back pocket.  Canned whole San Marzano tomatoes make this process easy so you just have to add the other vegetables and cook in a saucepan. Then, add it on top of your favorite type of pasta or reserve it to use in a different recipe like stuffed zucchini. 

Mediterranean Stew

A bowl full of a tomato based Mediterranean Stew with carrots, kale, and beans throughout on top of a wooden table beside a golden spoon.

This hearty Mediterranean Stew is a celebration of seasonal, winter vegetables. Bursting with flavor from ripe tomatoes, earthy carrots, and tender cannellini beans, this dish is a comforting and nutritious meal. Enjoy it on a chilly evening with a good book alongside a glass of wine so you can keep warm. 

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Twice-Baked Butternut Squash with Brie

An aerial shot of Twice-Baked Butternut Squash with Brie

By twice-baking your butternut squash, you ensure a soft, even texture throughout the inside that also has a crisp layer on the top. These perfectly baked bundles of nutrients also pair well with the creaminess of brie. With a bit of brown sugar and cinnamon brushed on top of the squash, you just found your new weeknight dinner recipe.

Dill Pickle Potato Salad

A white plate is slathered in a crispy potato salad with dill pickles and a small plate to the bottom right holds a smaller portion.

This Dill Pickle Potato Salad is for the pickle lovers out there, because pickles go great with everything. Roasting potatoes brings a satisfying crunch, while the tangy flavor of dill pickles adds a briny touch. Fresh herbs and creamy yogurt round out this refreshing side dish, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or even a simple weeknight meal. 

Roasted Sheet Pan Veggies with Spicy Glaze

A sheet pan of roasted vegggies like corn and zucchini sits on a table next to a small bowl of spicy glaze with the spoon outside of it.

While you could use these Roasted Sheet Pan Veggies as a side, we recommend adding in some chickpeas to have a protein-packed bowl of goodness. These veggies are easy to prepare on a sheet pan and after some time in the oven come out crispy and flavorful. Plus, tossing them in a homemade spicy glaze kicks things up a notch from your regular roasted veggies.

Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad

A bow sits on a picnic table filled with star shaped watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, and spinkled with tajin to make a red white and blue fruit salad.

Your average fruit salad doesn’t have to “just do.” Instead, adding a few finishing touches can completely rework how your fresh fruit tastes and creates a unique profile you won’t find elsewhere. After cutting up watermelon, strawberries, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, and apples into festive shapes, you’ll then finish this recipe with a drizzle of hot honey, lime juice, and a sprinkle of Tajín. 

Best Tropical Smoothie Bowl

An overhead photo of a colorful tropical smoothie bowl with banana, kiwi, passion fruit, berries, and granola over a vibrant purple yogurt blend in a tan bowl with a gold spoon on a tan and light blue wood surface.

Who wouldn’t want to start their morning off with a bowl full of tropical fruits and an energizing smoothie base to get through the day? This nutrient-dense recipe includes gut-healthy greek yogurt, all the fresh fruits you can imagine, protein collagen peptides, and also other nourishing toppings. This recipe even allows flexibility so you can create the smoothie bowl of your dreams.

Beet Carpaccio with Citrus Vinaigrette

A white plate holds an array of thinly sliced beats with an herbal topping to make a Beet Carpaccio with a Citrus Vinaigrette.

This vibrant Beet Carpaccio is a take on the Italian dish in a way that gets all to admire this underrated ingredient. Thinly sliced beets are arranged beautifully on a plate and then dressed with a tangy citrus vinaigrette. Not to mention, you’ll top these little slices with crunchy seed crackers that you’ll make at home for a complex texture experience.

Story by Kylie Thomas

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