Vegetarian Meal Plan for May Week 3

This is a 5-day vegetarian meal plan that celebrates salads, pasta, and easy casseroles.

MEAL PLAN

MONDAY: Potato Asparagus Salad with Lentils in a Lemon Vinaigrette

TUESDAY: Cheesy Mexican Quinoa Casserole with Black Beans

WEDNESDAY: Pasta alla Vodka

THURSDAY: 20-Minute Easy Spiced Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

FRIDAY: Easy 30-Minute Red Lentil Bolognese Sauce

M O N D A Y

A bowl filled with an asparagus salad that includes lentils, Yukon potatoes and radishes. The salad is dressed with a lemon vinaigrette.

Potato Asparagus Salad with Lentils

This vegan potato asparagus salad is hearty enough for a meal, loaded with asparagus, potatoes, lentils, radishes, sugar snap peas, and mint - all dressed with a bright lemon vinaigrette.

T U E S D A Y

Mexican casserole of black beans, corn, tomatoes, quinoa and cheese.

Cheesy Mexican Quinoa Casserole with Black Beans

This cheesy Mexican quinoa casserole is made healthy with quinoa and pumpkin seeds and by eliminating the sour cream many similar recipes include. It's packed with protein from the quinoa, black beans, and pepitas, making it a perfect main or side dish for the whole family.

W E D N E S D A Y

A bowl of pasta topped with vodka pasta sauce and slivers of basil leaves.

Pasta alla Vodka

Pasta alla Vodka is linguini pasta tossed in a velvety vodka-tomato-cream sauce. This easy dinner is ready in 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

T H U R S D A Y

A large bowl filled with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers and herbs with a small bowl of pan roasted chickpeas, a jar of dressing, and na'an bread slices.

20-Minute Easy Spiced Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

This vegan Mediterranean Chickpea Salad combines pan-roasted seasoned chickpeas with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and tangy red onions—all dressed in a bright lemon vinaigrette that ties the flavors together beautifully.

F R I D A Y

A cast iron skillet filled with red lentil bolognese sauce.

Easy 30-Minute Red Lentil Bolognese Sauce

This vegetarian bolognese sauce is made with red lentils in place of meat. Milk is a crucial ingredient when making a traditional bolognese as it adds a special depth of flavor.