45 Vegetarian Dutch Oven Recipes Everyone Will Love (2024)

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ByKatie Bandurski

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Updated: Dec. 06, 2023

    Soups, jambalaya, side dishes and even desserts—these vegetarian Dutch oven recipes are the ultimate comfort foods.

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    Meatless Chili Mac

    I came across this recipe in a newspaper years ago and it’s been a hit at our house ever since. It’s fast and flavorful, and it appeals to all ages. — Cindy Ragan, North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

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    By the way, here’s what you should know before giving up meat.

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    Dutch-Oven Raisin Walnut Bread

    On a cold day there is nothing better than a warm, crusty Dutch oven raisin bread filled with walnuts. —Catherine Ward, Taste of Home, Prep Kitchen Manager

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    Green Beans with Creamy Pistachio Sauce

    I was asked to bring vegetables for a party and wasn’t feeling inspired until I remembered Mom served green beans with butter and evaporated milk. I love pistachios, so I added those instead of almonds. Everybody wanted the recipe, and I was really pleased—very little work and lots of happy family and friends! —Loretta Ouellette, Pompano Beach, Florida

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    Freezer Salsa

    Kids in the home economics class at the school where I teach were making this freezer salsa, and it smelled so good that I got the recipe. It’s a great way to use up garden produce. —Deanna Richter, Elmore, Minnesota

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    Ravioli with Creamy Squash Sauce

    Store-bought ravioli speeds assembly of this cozy, restaurant-quality dish that tastes so good, your family won’t notice it’s meatless. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Cozy up to this vegetarian shepherd’s pie, too.

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    Hearty Italian White Bean Soup

    A bowlful of this soup is so satisfying, it's hard to believe it's actually good for you, too. I crave it all the time. With lots of beans and potatoes, it's filling and even hits the spot with meat lovers. —Kristina Krummel, Elkins, Arkansas

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    Dutch Oven Chocolate Dump Cake

    Looking for a quick dessert that will make people think you spent all day in the kitchen? This Dutch oven dump cake will wow your guests. Feel free to use your favorite pie filling in place of cherry. — Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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    Homemade Meatless Spaghetti Sauce

    When my tomatoes ripen, the first things I make are BLTs and this homemade spaghetti sauce. —Sondra Bergy, Lowell, Michigan

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    My family can’t get enough of this comforting fall favorite, especially at Thanksgiving. I love the addition of the celeriac. Its mild celery flavor pairs well with the garlic and potato. —Lynelle Martinson, Plover, Wisconsin

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    Simple Maple Baked Beans

    I came up with this recipe in a pinch after running out of baked beans at our oldest daughter’s birthday party. I dressed up canned beans with maple syrup and a few other ingredients to produce this sweet, saucy version that tastes like homemade. They’re so easy to fix that I rarely make baked beans from scratch anymore.

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    Summer Zucchini Pasta

    I’m always experimenting when my garden is cranking out zucchini and summer squash. This simple and healthy summer zucchini pasta is one of my latest wins. It’s meatless, but you can add shredded chicken or grilled salmon for a heartier dish. —Beth Berlin, Oak Creek, Wisconsin

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    Black-Eyed Peas with Collard Greens

    Time to gather round the table, y’all! This dish has special meaning on New Year’s Day, when Southerners eat greens for future wealth and black-eyed peas for prosperity. —Athena Russell, Greenville, South Carolina

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    Mamma’s Caponata

    Great as an appetizer, but you can easily turn this into a meal. Instead of topping bread, serve over warm pasta. —Georgette Stubin, Canton, Michigan

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    One-Pot Mac and Cheese

    Who likes cleaning up after making mac and cheese? Not this girl. This one-pot mac and cheese is a family favorite, and my 3-year-old is thrilled to see it coming to the dinner table. We love to add sliced smoked sausage to this creamy mac recipe! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin

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    Caribbean Potato Soup

    My bright and hearty soup features an unusual blend of ingredients, including okra, kale and black-eyed peas. No kale on hand? Use spinach instead. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

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    Peach Crumble Dessert

    Old-fashioned, delicious and easy to make describes this yummy peach crumble dessert. It’s wonderful served with ice cream. —Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario

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    Chunky Vegetarian Chili

    This robust chili teams rice, kidney and pinto beans, and a variety of colorful vegetables for a hearty meatless meal. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Dutch Oven Apple Cobbler

    This homey Dutch oven apple cobbler is always a big hit with my family. We like to serve it with ice cream or whipped cream. —Cindy Jajuga, Weed, California

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    Easy Moroccan Chickpea Stew

    When I’m invited to a potluck, I easily double or triple this healthy vegetarian recipe to treat the crowd to an exotic dish of enticing, bold flavors. —Heather Demeritte, Scottsdale, Arizona

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    Makeover Creamed Corn

    This healthy creamed corn has all the rich feel and flavor of the original, but only about half the calories and about a third of the saturated fat. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

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    Spicy Applesauce

    We have an apple-picking party every year. It’s a bushel of fun, and I always look forward to cooking a batch of this easy applesauce seasoned with cinnamon, cloves and allspice. —Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington

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    Summer Bounty Ratatouille

    Make use of your garden’s surplus with this comforting dish from the Provence region of France. It’s a vegetable dish traditionally made with eggplant, tomatoes, onions, zucchini, garlic, bell peppers and various herbs. I highly recommend accompanying it with some freshly baked bread. —Phyllis Jacques, Venice, Florida

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    Come in from the cold to a piping hot bowl of this zesty bulgur and bean chili. The bulgur adds great texture and heartiness, so you won’t miss the meat. —Tari Ambler, Shorewood, Illinois

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    This warm Dutch oven cobbler is one of our favorite ways to end a busy day of fishing, hiking, swimming or rafting. It’s yummy with ice cream—and so easy to make! —June Dress, Boise, Idaho

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    Vegan Squash Soup with Naan Croutons

    This butternut squash soup is so full of flavor that you won’t miss the meat or dairy! The added can of pumpkin helps to make the soup creamy and smooth, while the coconut milk adds a light sweetness. I love to make this soup as the seasons change! —Audrey Fell, Nashville, Tennessee

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    Maple-Ginger Glazed Carrots

    I first made this dish for my family and friends one Thanksgiving. Not only are the carrots lovely on the table, they taste terrific, too! —Jeannette Sabo, Lexington Park, Maryland

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    Vegan Jambalaya

    This flavorful entree won’t leave you hungry since it uses convenient canned beans in place of meat. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

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    Fried Dill Pickles

    You may be surprised when you see how easy it is to make a batch of Fried Dill Pickels. Don’t be surprised if they get snatched up in a flash! —Eloise Maynor, Scottsboro, AL

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    Hearty Vegetarian Chili

    Rich and flavorful, this chili is absolutely packed with fun veggies like mushrooms, beans and sun-dried tomatoes. It's so filling, you'll win over any meat lover. —Pam Ivbuls, Omaha, Nebraska

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    Spiced Tea Poached Pears

    Pears are among my favorite fall fruits. This lovely dessert makes them especially spectacular. Easy elegance at its best—and that’s important around the holidays.

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    Holiday Creamed Spinach

    My mother made a variety of spinach dishes when I was growing up. This rich, delicious creamed version is the only one that stayed with me through the years.—Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah

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    Contest-Winning Vegetarian Chili

    My husband and I try to have at least one meatless meal each week and this vegetarian chili recipe is one of our favorites. This recipe makes a huge pot that’s chock-full of color and flavor. And once the chopping is done, it’s quick to cook. —Marilyn Barilleaux, Bothell, Washington

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    Pumpkin Apple Butter

    A few years ago, I decided to try my hand at canning. This first recipe I tried was such a success that I’ve been canning like crazy ever since! You’ll love the truly autumn flavor of this apple butter.

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    Cherry Grunt

    Back when I was cooking the hot lunch main dish for about 1,300 students a day, I liked to make this simple old-time dessert for my husband and sons. A scoop of ice cream is perfect.

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    Company Mashed Carrots

    Although I call these “company carrots,” I’ll often serve them on a weeknight to my family. No matter who’s eating it, the fast, easy dish is always a favorite. —Cynthia Hanus-Beard, Tamarac, Florida

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    Pico de Gallo Black Bean Soup

    Everyone at my table goes for this feel-good soup. It is quick when you’re pressed for time and beats fast food, hands down. —Darlis Wilfer, West Bend, Wisconsin

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    “I try to serve a meatless meal two or three nights a week. It’s a great way to keep up our vegetable intake-along with all the fiber and nutrients they provide. It even helps save money! This hearty comfort food is a family favorite.” Heather Savage – Corydon, Indiana

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    Dutch-Oven Bread

    Crackling homemade Dutch-oven bread makes an average day extraordinary. Enjoy this beautiful crusty bread recipe as is, or stir in a few favorites like cheese, garlic, herbs and dried fruits. —Catherine Ward, Taste of Home Prep Kitchen Manager

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    Black Bean-Tomato Chili

    My daughter Kayla saw a black bean chili while watching a cooking show and called me about it because it looked so good. We messed with our own recipe until we got this easy winner. —Lisa Belcastro, Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts

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    Apple Honey Tapioca Pudding

    I’m glad that apple season is long, since my family requests this pudding quite often!

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    Creamy Mushrooms

    Simply prepared yet so satisfyingly good, these mushrooms are creamy and cozy. —Mary Lou Boyce, Wilmington, Delaware

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    Southern Okra Bean Stew

    When this spicy stew’s simmering on the stove, my family has a hard time waiting for dinner. It’s much like a thick tomato-based soup with a hearty mix of okra, brown rice and beans. Everyone leaves the table feeling satisfied—and eager to have it again soon. —Beverly McDowell, Athens, Georgia

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    Chickpea Tortilla Soup

    This vegan tortilla soup recipe is healthy, filling and family-friendly! We love how hearty and flavorful it is. We like to play around with the different toppings we add each time it's served. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

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    FAQs

    Is a Dutch oven good for vegetarians? ›

    The Dutch Oven has been used in recent times to revolutionize traditional recipes into hearty and healthy vegan treats. The Dutch Oven pot is extremely easy to use and is ideal for plant-based one-pot recipes.

    What is best cooked in a Dutch oven? ›

    No matter the style or size, any Dutch oven will open up endless recipe opportunities. Create beautifully braised meat, pot roasts, hearty beef stew, healing chicken soup, or the creamiest mac and cheese. Use it like a slow cooker, a bread cloche, or a pot for frying.

    Should everyone have a Dutch oven? ›

    The Dutch oven is a must-have for home cooks—it's something you'll use almost daily. Heavy-bottomed, with a tight-fitted lid to help retain heat and moisture for cooking flavorful and tender meals like soups and stews, it's a kitchen workhorse.

    Is there anything you shouldn't cook in a Dutch oven? ›

    In an enamel-coated Dutch oven, prolonged cooking with acidic ingredients may discolor the interior coating but doesn't erode it. The bottom line is, if using a seasoned cast iron Dutch oven with highly acidic foods, ensure the pot is well seasoned and limit cooking to short periods.

    Why does food taste better in a Dutch oven? ›

    Typically made of enameled cast iron or stainless steel, dutch ovens heat quickly and maintain temperature effectively, making it an ideal vessel for searing and browning. Meanwhile, the tight-fitting lid traps moisture within the pot, enabling Dutch ovens to cook braises and stews evenly over several hours.

    What is so special about Dutch ovens? ›

    Because enameled Dutch ovens are typically made out of cast iron, they can get scorching hot and retain that heat well, meaning they're great for searing all kinds of foods, including meats and veggies. A Dutch oven can stand in for a deep fryer when you need a large amount of oil.

    What is the best Dutch dish? ›

    Top 10 Dutch Food Specialities to Try in Amsterdam
    1. 1 - Stroopwafel. Have you ever sat and pondered what it would be like to create a cookie out of a waffle?
    2. 2 - Bitterballen. ...
    3. 3 - Poffertjes. ...
    4. 4 - Kroket. ...
    5. 5 - Pannenkoeken. ...
    6. 6 - Drop. ...
    7. 7 - Snert. ...
    8. 8 - Stamppot. ...

    Do chefs use Dutch ovens? ›

    And while there are plenty of sizes to choose from, like oval Dutch ovens, or shallow Dutch ovens, Cimarusti prefers the classic Le Creuset 5.5-quart Dutch oven. “The attention to detail is just great,” he says. If a Michelin-starred chef uses one everyday, it's worth adding to your kitchen.

    Why are there three legs on the bottom of a Dutch oven and a big lip that goes around the top? ›

    CC: A Dutch oven is intended to cook with coals on top and underneath to create an oven effect of the heat surrounding it. Make sure the oven lid has a lip around the edge to keep the coals from falling off and 3 legs.

    Is it better to use a Dutch oven on the stove or in the oven? ›

    With its ability to handle high temperatures, you can use a Dutch oven on the stove, inside high-temperature ovens, over campfires, and even when cooking with coals. This makes it an excellent choice for braising meat, baking bread, roasting potatoes, and more.

    Why is a Dutch oven better than a slow cooker? ›

    Not only can you make stews like you could in a Slow Cooker, but you can also bake bread, build a pasta sauce, sear meat, sauté vegetables, and plenty more. A Dutch Oven also provides more heat settings and the option to go into the oven, while a Slow Cooker only has three settings (low, high, warm).

    What are 10 reasons to use a Dutch oven? ›

    What Is a Dutch Oven Used For?
    • Bread. One of the easiest (and more surprising) ways to use a Dutch oven is actually for breaking bread. ...
    • Casseroles and Lasagnas. ...
    • Skillet Cookies. ...
    • Chicken Stock. ...
    • Frying. ...
    • Braised Meats. ...
    • Roasting. ...
    • Poaching Chicken.
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    When should I get rid of my Dutch oven? ›

    While an enameled cast-iron Dutch oven with burn stains, food crust, or a coating of dust and dirt can be rehabilitated, former chef and current chief marketing officer Milo Cruz of Legend Cookware insists that, “If there are any chips or cracks in the enamel, stop using your Dutch oven, because the damage can worsen."

    Is Martha Stewart's Dutch oven oven safe? ›

    Enameled cast iron Dutch ovens are suitable to use on gas, electric, ceramic, glass, halogen, and induction stovetops. Both the Dutch oven and the lid are oven safe up to 500°F to bake cornbread, sourdough rolls, and more.

    Is a Dutch oven good for Indian cooking? ›

    This very same ability to retain heat well allows you to cook curries and stews in a Dutch oven low and slow with maximum impact in flavours, and even extra flavoursome dosas and parathas on the flat surface of a cast iron griddle which can serve as a makeshift dosa tawa (traditional Indian specialty pan).

    Are Dutch people vegetarian? ›

    So the vast majority of Dutch people do eat meat, but by no means every day: 22 percent eat meat, but choose a main meal without meat or fish three or more days a week (those in this group are also known as 'flexitarians'). A further 43 percent eat a vegetarian main meal once or twice a week.

    Are Dutch ovens oven non toxic? ›

    Some people are concerned about lead content in Dutch ovens. However, the enamel used in modern Dutch ovens is lead-free, per Federal Drug Administration (FDA) safety standards. Unlike pure cast iron cookware, enameled cast iron Dutch ovens do not require seasoning, making them a more low-maintenance option.

    Is cooking in Dutch oven healthy? ›

    Is cooking in a Dutch oven healthy? Most of the time, cooking in a dutch oven is perfectly healthy! You can make many healthy recipes in your cast iron pot! The enamel companies use is completely non-toxic and food-safe, so you don't have to worry about that.

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