With greater numbers deciding to swap out meat and fish for vegetables, the options for vegetarian food are better than ever, and so much more than the 'jacket potato and cheese' or 'lentil soup' default of old (ask anyone who went veggie in the 80s!) Around 5-7% of the UK population classify themselves as vegetarian, according to data from YouGov, and with others considering reducing meat consumption for health and environmental reasons, it's clear more and more of us than ever are in need of ideas for how to introduce veggie dishes to our repertoire.
Luckily, Luise Vindahl and David Frenkiel from Green Kitchen are on hand to provide some simple, yet delicious ideas filled with healthy whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
So, whether you’re vegetarian 24/7 or you’re just looking to give Meat-Free Monday a go, here are three tempting vegetarian meals to make at home… Creamy green kale, broccoli and pea pasta SERVES 4 Ingredients Sea salt 250g bucatini, or pasta of your choice 4 large leaves kale, stalks discarded 1 garlic clove, peeled 75g frozen peas, thawed Handful of basil or parsley leaves Handful of mint leaves, plus extra to serve 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Zest and juice of ½ lemon 4 tbsp grated vegetarian Parmesan, plus extra to serve 200g broccoli florets Handful of pine nuts, toasted and chopped Freshly ground black pepper Method Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil.
Add the pasta and cook according to the packet instructions. Add the kale to the pasta pan, along with the garlic clove. After about a minute, use a pair of tongs to remove the kale and the garlic, along with a cupful of the pasta water.
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