Take back mealtime with these delicious vegetarian dishes!
6. Loaded Kimchi Fries
Anyone with kids knows that loaded fries can easily become a fast lunch. This particular recipe from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen won’t leave you with any mom guilt. The combination of the cilantro and special sauce creates incredibly delicious flavors. And, the best part? The fries aren’t soaked in oil!
7. Mediterranean Eggplant Burger with Cheese
Before you say, “My child would NEVER,” you should really give this recipe its fair chance. Eggplant may not top the list of your child’s favorite foods, but this recipe allows you to hide it away underneath delicious cheese. The texture is similar to a regular burger, so they may not even notice! Simply load it up with their favorite burger toppings and your child will be much too busy chomping away to care about the specifics.
8. The Best Vegetarian Quinoa Chili
Chili is always a great lunch option because you can easily make it the night before. It’s the perfect dish to hide away a few secret ingredients because it’s loaded with so much delicious flavor! This recipe is packed with protein from the beans and quinoa, and the delicious peppers and tomatoes add valuable vitamins and minerals. The sweetness from the dark chocolate and maple syrup is The Healthy Maven’s secret to make this dish one of the vegetarian lunches that even your kids will love!
9. Parmesan Tomato Basil Bake
Fresh tomatoes and basil never tasted so good! This simpler version of traditional spaghetti is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eater. You can easily whip up this dish from Sugar Free Mom in just a few minutes, and it goes nicely over regular pasta or brown rice. It’s hard to refuse a dish that tastes so good!
10. Potato Taco
If you’re looking for a way to spruce up your lunchtime menu, then look no further than the tasty potato taco from Six Sisters Stuff! It’s made with all your favorite taco basics, but potato is the main ingredient. Make it fun for the kiddos by creating a taco bar. Lunchtime can be fun and delicious!