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Simple Mary Berry vegetarian recipes

by Katie Russell

published on 22 May 2023

Gone are the days when the vegetarian option meant a sad salad of limp lettuce. Now, we have more choice than ever when going veggie, and whether you’re cooking for yourself, or for a friend or family member, we’ve got you covered. Below are some of our favourite vegetarian dishes from beloved author Mary Berry. They’re filling, tasty, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser with meat-eaters and vegetarians alike.

Mary Berry’s Onion, Artichoke and Sage Open Tart

Mary Berry’s Onion, Artichoke and Sage Open Tart

This easy recipe combines buttery puff pastry with earthy herbs and tasty cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food.

From the book

Mary Berry’s Red Pepper, Mushroom & Leek Lasagne

Mary Berry’s Red Pepper, Mushroom & Leek Lasagne

Who said lasagne had to be meaty? Mary Berry’s veggie option is full of flavour, with sweet red peppers perfectly complementing the leeks and mushrooms.

Mary Berry’s Mixed Bean and Butternut Wraps

Mary Berry’s Mixed Bean and Butternut Wraps

Combining savoury beans with crispy butternut squash and fresh herbs, these wraps are perfect for an easy but filling lunch.

Mary Berry’s Spinach and Mushroom en Croûte

Mary Berry’s Spinach and Mushroom en Croûte

This hearty meal, which marries soft, crumbling pastry with spinach and mushrooms, is a perfect alternative to a Sunday roast.

Mary Berry’s Leek and Stilton Quiche

Mary Berry’s Leek and Stilton Quiche

from Classic

For a picnic dish that packs a punch, we recommend this easy-to-make quiche. The sweet leek and bold stilton are a match made in heaven.

From the book

Mary Berry

Vegetable and Lentil Cottage Pie

Mary Berry’s Vegetable and Lentil Cottage Pie

There’s nothing like a cottage pie. This hearty meal is tasty and full of nutritious goodness that is sure to leave your guests feeling full.

Mary Berry’s Vegetable Kebabs

Mary Berry’s Vegetable Kebabs

Fire up the barbecue! These vegetable kebabs, packed with cauliflower, mushrooms, peppers and courgettes, are sure to be a favourite at your next summer party.

Roasted Vegetables with Feta and Herbs

Roasted Vegetables with Feta and Herbs

from Classic

Bursting with favour, this light dish combines crispy roasted vegetables with sweet feta. It’s colourful, filling and easy to make.

Mary Berry’s Paneer and Roasted Vegetable Curry

Mary Berry’s Paneer and Roasted Vegetable Curry

The mild Indian cheese perfectly complements the cauliflower, sweet potato and spices in this vegetarian curry.

Mary Berry’s Orzo with Broad Beans, Peas, Lemon, and Thyme

Mary Berry’s Orzo with Broad Beans, Peas, Lemon, and Thyme

This quicker, lighter version of a risotto has a fresh, zesty taste. It works as either a lunch or dinner, and is perfect for the warmer summer months.

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