Whether you’re feeding a vegetarian child or just trying to sneak in more vegetables, here are 27 of our favorite vegetarian recipes for kids, from breakfasts to dinners to desserts!

I recently polled the members of our Facebook group, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, and asked them who they were feeding in their family. While I thought most of our group members and readers were vegetarian themselves, I was surprised to learn that many are actually trying to feed a child who has decided to go vegetarian!
So if your child has proclaimed that they are vegetarian and you’re now wondering what to cook…
or if you’re vegetarian and are tired of being a line cook, preparing multiple meals at dinnertime…
or if you’re dabbling in meatless Mondays and need to find a vegetable they’ll actually be excited about (never mind actually eat)…
well then these recipes are for you! I’ve included some of our favorite vegetarian kid-friendly recipes below, along with a few comments from parents who have tried them!
Vegetarian Recipes for Kids
5 Healthy Toast Topping Ideas
Breakfast in need of a revamp? Here are 5 healthy toast topping ideas that are high in protein and will have you and the family looking forward to breakfast!
Strawberry Smoothie
This simple Strawberry Smoothie has just 4 ingredients and is ready in 5 minutes! Perfect for satisfying that sweet tooth while keeping it healthy.
Tofu Mocha Frappuccino
This Tofu Mocha Frappuccino recipe is a delicious combination of silken tofu, cocoa, and coffee! They'll never guess it's packed with protein.
Crockpot Steel Cut Oats with Butternut Squash
"I made this recipe for my family and it was a huge hit with my toddlers. I was shocked when my husband, who normally dislikes oatmeal, set aside a container of leftovers for himself for tomorrow!"
20 Minute Taco Soup
"I made this this morning . Easy and very tasty . I will definitely make it again. Thanks"
Baked General Tso's Cauliflower
I’m not exaggerating when I say that this Baked General Tso’s Cauliflower tastes better than the Chinese takeout we all know and love (but without the frying or meat!)
Mexican Street Corn Salad
"I’ve been making this the past few summers now – whenever the corn is fresh at our grocer. Thanks for sharing! It has become a staple for our family!"
Oyster Mushroom Philly Cheesesteak
This vegetarian Philly Cheesesteak transforms oyster mushrooms into the perfect substitute for beef! With sautéed peppers and onions and loads of melted cheese, this is the best meatless cheesesteak.
Air Fryer Pizza
Step aside frozen pizza, there’s a new guy in town. We’re talking about the Air Fryer Pizza! Perfectly crispy, easy to make, personal pan pizzas that are about to revolutionize pizza night.
Veggie Pizza
This classic Veggie Pizza recipe is loaded with colorful roasted vegetables. Vegetarian pizza night just got an upgrade!
Buttermilk Fried Mushrooms
This Buttermilk Fried Mushrooms recipe is about to revolutionize your vegetarian cooking. With air-fried oyster mushrooms and a crunchy coating, it tastes just like fried chicken!
Vegan Tempeh Taco Meat
Flavor-packed vegan Tempeh Taco Meat with smoky spices and the perfect texture (and it’s ready on the stove in under 15 minutes)!
Stovetop Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
"Made this last night, and OH MY GOD! It’s so amazing! Tastes as good as the real thing, so satisfying!"
Roasted Chickpea Gyros
"The whole family really enjoyed this recipe, thanks for the inspiration! We served it on freshly homemade flatbreads wraps, still warm and fluffy from yeast."
Vegan Nachos with BBQ "Pulled Pork" and Queso
These vegan nachos are piled high with easy mushroom BBQ “pulled pork” and a cashew-based queso cheese sauce that will knock your dairy-free socks off.
Enchilada Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Need a healthy vegetarian dinner outside of your usual routine? These Enchilada Quinoa Stuffed Peppers are flavored with a quick homemade enchilada sauce and baked to bubbly, cheesy perfection.
Eggplant Parmesan Poppers
These Eggplant Parmesan Poppers have all the deliciousness of eggplant parmesan, in bite-sized form!
Parmesan & Almond Baked Asparagus Fries
These Parmesan and Almond Baked Asparagus Fries are low carb, delicious way to spruce up your side dish tonight. Ready in under 30 minutes, including a creamy chive yogurt dip. What’s not to love?
Almond Crusted Baked Tofu Nuggets
"These are so good, a new favorite in my house!! Thanks for sharing the recipe!"
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are pretty much a dream come true. They’re crunchy, savory, and filled with gooey, stretchy, delicious cheese.
Healthy Chocolate Cupcakes
These Healthy Chocolate Cupcakes have just TWO ingredients and are deliciously moist, chocolatey, and downright decadent! Such a fun doctored cake mix hack for easier, healthier chocolate cake.
Banana Nice Cream Milkshakes (3 Ways!)
You know how you can make “ice cream” out of frozen bananas? Well you can make even better milkshakes out of them! Today we’re making Banana Nice Cream Milkshakes in three tasty flavors: strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate!
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Hummus
This Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dessert Hummus is a fast, healthy, and gluten-free way to indulge in your cookie dough craving!
Health(ier) Chocolate Bark with Salted Popcorn
Tis the season for giving food as gifts! And if there’s one unique and delicious gift you should give this holiday season, it’s this Healthy Chocolate Bark with Salted Popcorn, made slightly less guilt-inducing with dark chocolate and whole grains (popcorn!)
Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
"Oh my goodness! These are delicious! I served them to my very pick…er…discerning kiddo who can detect healthy ingredients from a mile away and not only did she not suspect a thing she loved the brownies! Thanks for my new go-to brownie recipe."
How to Make Homemade Popsicles
How to make healthy homemade popsicles from A to Z, including how to make fruity, creamy, and even hidden veggie popsicles!
3 Ingredient Fruit Roll-Ups
This 3 Ingredient Fruit Roll-Ups recipe is a simple and delicious way to make your own fruit leather (without any fancy equipment or ingredients!)
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