Vegetarian

18 vegetarian stews and casseroles

Veg out with these tasty stews.

When the weather cools down, we naturally turn to heartier, more comforting food. At the top of our list? A warming stew or casserole. These slow-cooked favourites are as nourishing as they are tasty and make the perfect family dinner idea. Here, we’ve pulled together our best meat-free dishes, from mouth-watering Moroccan chickpea stews to recipes for delicious dumpling casseroles. So whether you’re plant-based, vegetarian or just reducing your meat intake, have a look through our recipes and see which takes your fancy.

Prefer a hearty beef stews and casseroles or more vegetarian dinner recipes?

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Basil, chickpea vegetable stew

Basil, chickpea vegetable stew

This vegie-packed stew with basil pesto is cooked low and slow in the slow cooker for full flavour and tender chickpeas. Verjuice adds an extra tang

Vegetable cassoulet

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Vegetable cassoulet

Our vegetarian cassoulet is a rich comfort meal. A rich slow-cooked casserole full of hearty beans, plenty of veg in a tomato sauce and bread topping

Vegetable tagine

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Vegetable tagine with harissa yoghurt

Vegetable tagine with harissa yoghurt

This Moroccan-style vegetarian stew is packed with pumpkin, eggplants and zucchini along with fragrant spices and chickpeas for a hearty meal.

moroccan chickpea stew

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Moroccan chickpea stew

Chock full of veggies and tender chickpeas, this rich Moroccan-inspired stew is packed with nutrients and the best cold-busting remedy for winter nights.

soya bean casserole

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Soya bean casserole

Soya bean casserole

A healthy and filling vegetarian casserole packed full of flavour.

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Vegetable stew with polenta dumplings

Vegetable stew with polenta dumplings

Looking for a twist on the classic winter stew? Get creative in the kitchen with this hearty vegetable stew with delicious polenta dumplings.

spicy bean casserole

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Spicy bean casserole

Spicy bean casserole

moroccan chickpea tomato stew

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Moroccan chickpea tomato stew

Moroccan chickpea tomato stew

eggplant, chilli and tomato stew           with ricotta

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Eggplant, chilli and tomato stew with ricotta

Eggplant, chilli and tomato stew with ricotta

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Italian bean stew

Italian bean stew

Warm, hearty and packed full of veggies, this tasty Italian bean stew is a real family favourite for cool Winter evenings. It’s also vegetarian friendly and full of nutrients!

Soya beans and vegetables

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Soya bean and vegetable stew

Soya bean and vegetable stew

Vegetable tagine with lemon couscous

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Vegetable tagine with lemon couscous

Vegetable tagine with lemon couscous

A traditional North African dish, this vegetable tagine is spiced with cumin, coriander, caraway seeds and more, and is divine served with a fragrant lemon couscous.

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Black bean, corn and chipotle stew

Black bean, corn and chipotle stew

chikpea ratatouille

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Chickpea ratatouille

Chickpea ratatouille

mashed potato casserole

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Mashed potato casserole

A crispy and delicious mashed potato casserole is the perfect accompaniment to roast dinners.

Eggplant, tomato and chickpea casserole

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Eggplant, tomato and chickpea casserole

Eggplant, tomato and chickpea casserole

Vegetarian casseroles are a great way to get a lot of veggies in a tasty, hassle free way.

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Vegetarian chilli beans

Vegetarian chilli beans

When it’s cold outside, curl up with this cozy comfort food.

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Indian-style lentil stew

Indian-style lentil stew

This vegetarian slow-cooker stew is full of hearty lentils and fragrant Indian spices. Just set and forget for an easy dinner on the table.

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Eggplant & tomato stew with cheesy yoghurt topping

These little individual cheese-topped stews make the perfect alternative if you are craving a pie, but trying to cut out the pastry (or if you are gluten intolerant!).

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