Easter is traditionally marked with a lamb roast, but there’s no shortage of brilliant vegetarian dishes that feel just as festive and special for a spring. From seasonal greens to richly flavoured pasta, to a melt-in-the-mouth whole roast cauliflower, this is our ultimate roundup of vegetarian Easter recipes.
For more Easter cooking inspiration, see our full range of Easter recipes here.
Lemony Leek and Parmesan Tart
Swap Parmesan for vegetarian hard cheese to recreate this deliciously light, buttery savoury pastry dish – perfect for for early spring, when leeks are still in season.
Cauliflower Shawarma with Pomegranate, Pine Nuts and Rose
Recreate one of the signature dishes of London-based restaurant Berber & Q and you’ll have a richly spiced centrepiece blending Middle Eastern- and North African-inspired flavours, complemented by sweet pomegranate, rose, and a thick, nutty tahina sauce.
Slow-Cooked Broad Bean Fregola
Perfect for vegans, this dish uses seasonal spring greens, the small, slightly chewy Sardinian pasta fregola, and a sprinkle of dairy-free nut “Parmesan”.
Ottolenghi Test Kitchen’s Dreamy Pasta and Beans with Halloumi and Rocket Pesto
Looking for more pasta-based inspiration? The garlicky rocket pesto in this Ottolenghi Test Kitchen recipe adds some springtime colour to a dish that is hearty and flavoursome. What’s more, you’ll be left with surplus pesto to keep in the fridge so you can brighten up your meals in the week ahead.
Jamie Oliver’s Scrumptious Veg Traybake with Sweet Tomato, Chianti, Porcini, Olives, Oregano, and Baked Feta
This easy traybake is a true medley of flavours, with sweet, salty and savoury elements all coming together with this one-tine wonder that you’ll want to mop up with plenty of crusty bread.
Mary Berry’s Celeriac and Leek Gratin
Make the most of celeriac while it’s still in season with this creamy gratin topped with Gruyère cheese and golden breadcrumbs.
Jamie Oliver’s Quiche
Quiches are brilliant vegetarian-friendly centrepieces, and this versatile recipe from Jamie Oliver can be customised or scaled up so you have leftovers to enjoy for lunch or picnics.
Risotto with Asparagus (risotto con gli asparagi)
Flavoured with a base of puréed asparagus cooked in stock, this risotto recipe from Claudia Roden is perfect for celebrating springtime flavours.
The Ottolenghi Test Kitchen’s Curried Cauliflower Cheese Filo Pie
Turn cauliflower cheese from beloved side dish to star of the show with this crispy filo pastry-enveloped pie that’s filled with a hot, comforting, spiced cheese sauce.
Jamie Oliver Stracci Primavera with Sweet Peas, Asparagus, Edamame, Mint and Feta
This one-pot pasta dish is spring on a plate: vibrant greens, al dente strips of lasagne sheets, and a garnish of crumbled feta and grated Parmesan all come together for a simple yet brilliant main that everyone will enjoy.
