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These stunning vegetarian dishes might have you rethinking eating meat

Madison Malone Kircher

2015-10-05T15:22:10Z

If you've ever thought vegetarians eat nothing but salad, think again.

From hot dogs to BLT sandwiches, vegetarians have created meatless alternatives to popular foods. And they might even be more tasty than the originals.

So whether you're a long time vegetarian or just thinking about changing your diet, Instagram is a great place to get food inspiration.

In honor of Vegetarian Awareness Month, Instagram is currently featuring photography from some of the top vegetarian foodies. We've picked a few of our favorites.

Check out 21 delicious and meat free dishes courtesy of Instagram.

Who says you need meat to have an incredible barbecue?

Finally that time of year again! ☀️☀️☀️ #f52grams

A photo posted by Shelly Westerhausen (@shellywest) on May 21, 2015 at 4:52pm PDTMay 21, 2015 at 4:52pm PDT

Check out these "portobello pups." They're hot dogs made of mushrooms.

Happy holiday weekend! (Portobello Pup recipe from the archives - link in profile. dog-free) 🐕🇺🇸🎉

A photo posted by Jeanine Donofrio (@loveandlemons) on Sep 4, 2015 at 3:34pm PDTSep 4, 2015 at 3:34pm PDT

Or consider trying a vibrant beetroot burger for a healthier alternative to beef.

Did someone say giveaway? The meal planning web app @hucklegoose offers nourishing and seasonal meal plans (like these tasty beetroot burgers I made) each week with curated recipes from bloggers and cookbooks along with handy dandy shopping lists so that you don't forget a thing! They are offering a free year long subscription ($120 value) to one lucky recipient! Entering is easy peasy: 1) follow both @wholeheartedeats and @hucklegoose 2) like this photo 3) tag (unlimited) friends in separate comments; each comment will count as an entry! The more the merrier! Giveaway ends March 13, at 12 pm pst! Best of luck 🍔

A photo posted by Sophie MacKenzie (@wholeheartedeats) on Mar 10, 2015 at 7:54pm PDTMar 10, 2015 at 7:54pm PDT

Of course, vegetarianism doesn't have to be synonymous with only eating über-healthy. This fried egg and mushroom burger is proof.

How I get my summer body. Fried egg and mushroom burger. #vegetarian #love #lunch

A photo posted by Grace (@blisssedout) on Jun 10, 2015 at 10:35am PDTJun 10, 2015 at 10:35am PDT

As is this fried egg and green been skillet.

Green bean egg skillet for lunch today with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. 👌🏻#naturallylunch

A photo posted by Erin A. (Naturally Ella) (@naturallyella) on Aug 3, 2015 at 3:01pm PDTAug 3, 2015 at 3:01pm PDT

Veggie nachos, anyone?

For breakfast I wanted nachos. Bring out the cashew sour cream!

A photo posted by Grace (@blisssedout) on Oct 27, 2014 at 8:50am PDTOct 27, 2014 at 8:50am PDT

This ramen looks like a delicious option for a cold day.

Live on the blog, it's Ramen Revisited + How to Make Dashi! This simple recipe is sure to satisfy the hungover college student in you all!

A photo posted by Sarah B (@mynewroots) on Mar 31, 2015 at 3:29pm PDTMar 31, 2015 at 3:29pm PDT

The colors in some of these dishes are incredible. Check out the pink watermelon radishes and red beet sprouts in this dish.

On my table right now! Caramelized oven roasted carrots topped with carrot greens cremolata (olive oil, lemon zest, garlic & sea salt). Served with lettuce, snack courgette, figs, homegrown watermelon radish and beet sprouts. Maybe a bit simple but hey it's Tuesday. #dinner #carrots #figs

A photo posted by Heike (@tastyasheck) on Sep 15, 2015 at 10:14am PDTSep 15, 2015 at 10:14am PDT

Yellow corn and red cabbage add color and flavor to these tacos.

Sneak peek of what's to come #hippielaneapp #savoury 💜 Snapped by Sneh 📷 @cookrepublic

A photo posted by HIPPIE LANE (@talinegabriel) on Aug 9, 2015 at 11:20pm PDTAug 9, 2015 at 11:20pm PDT

Veggies are also a great way to add nutrients to dishes like pasta. This hearty looking meal is actually made of cauliflower.

I do a cauliflower pasta with za'atar and olives in #nearandfarcookbook -Love this GF riff on it - recipe on the @dollyandoatmeal site w/ photo by @flovephoto xo Lindsey! ✨

A photo posted by @heidijswanson on Sep 25, 2015 at 4:13pm PDTSep 25, 2015 at 4:13pm PDT

And these noodles are actually spiral-cut cucumbers.

Um hi, cucumber noodle party 👋☺️🎉

A photo posted by Laura Wright (@thefirstmess) on Jun 6, 2015 at 2:00pm PDTJun 6, 2015 at 2:00pm PDT

This soba noodle dish packs a nutritional wallop with two super-foods: kale and avocado.

Lunch 💥 soba / kale / carrot scallions / avo / black sesame @nativejuiceco in SF.

A photo posted by @heidijswanson on Jun 30, 2015 at 2:53pm PDTJun 30, 2015 at 2:53pm PDT

If you're looking for a something a little more hearty, consider a grilled pizza.

just the beginnings of a grilled pizza party (which was a bit of a hustle but so worth it ☝🏼️)

A photo posted by Sara Forte (@sproutedkitchen) on Aug 5, 2015 at 10:21pm PDTAug 5, 2015 at 10:21pm PDT

Or a vegan BLT sandwich with sriracha for an added spicy kick.

It's a double fisting vegan BLT sandwich kind of day today for us: Benevolent Bacon, juicy heirloom tomato, shaved market carrot, crunchy lettuce and Sriracha Vegenaise on a @wholefoods bakehouse rustic roll. #nomnomnom

A photo posted by Stephanie Goldfinger (@cookingforluv) on Jul 14, 2015 at 6:44pm PDTJul 14, 2015 at 6:44pm PDT

Falafel is always a great meatless option if you like chick peas.

Felafel baby! Baked and served with quinoa tabouli and a creamy tahini dip. Full recipe now available on the Hippie Lane app! Download the 'Nourish & Glow' savoury pack to get this and so much more. This one involved my full heart and attention, I'm so excited to finally share the recipes with you and can't wait for you to make them over & over ❤️ Available for iPhone & android 📲 #hippielaneapp #nourishandglow 📷 @cookrepublic

A photo posted by HIPPIE LANE (@talinegabriel) on Sep 1, 2015 at 12:00am PDTSep 1, 2015 at 12:00am PDT

You could also make this spicy chick pea soup.

Spicy carrot, apple & sweet potato soup topped with roasted chickpeas and cilantro. Super easy — recipe below in the comments 👇 and posted on my tumblr under the recipes tab (tumblr link in bio)

A photo posted by alexandra (@albeeats) on Jan 13, 2015 at 1:58pm PSTJan 13, 2015 at 1:58pm PST

Vegetarians also have some great options when it comes to breakfast, like this kale, sweet potato, and goat cheese scramble.

kale, sweet potato + goat cheese scramble 🍴

A photo posted by Sara Forte (@sproutedkitchen) on Jun 27, 2014 at 8:45am PDTJun 27, 2014 at 8:45am PDT

The ever popular avocado toast is also a vegetarian staple.

Avocado toast is t r e n d i n g

A photo posted by alexandra (@albeeats) on Mar 18, 2015 at 3:38pm PDTMar 18, 2015 at 3:38pm PDT

For something sweeter in the morning, this carob and banana porridge looks delicious.

Guess who I'm with?! The lovely @naturallymeghan and @purepicks and me are exploring Wales for a couple of days, so I got to make the most of Meghan's too-cute spoons and flowers with this delish carobanana (carob and banana) porridge this morning (with homemade cashew butter we whipped up oh my word) 🙌🏻 I'm coming here for breakfast every day forever. Have a good day guys!

A photo posted by Lauren (@naturalnomad) on Jun 16, 2015 at 2:53am PDTJun 16, 2015 at 2:53am PDT

Don't forget about dessert.

The Wagon Wheel, the latest household obsession ❤️ #letsparty #comingsoon #hippielaneapp

A photo posted by HIPPIE LANE (@talinegabriel) on Sep 6, 2015 at 12:16am PDTSep 6, 2015 at 12:16am PDT

With only six ingredients, these brownies are an easy option.

Managed to tweak and shoot three recipes for the ebook today, including these perfect and super easy 6 ingredient BROWNIES 🙌🏻❤️

A photo posted by MOKY { Moeko Munaretto } (@mmmoky_) on Sep 23, 2015 at 11:54am PDTSep 23, 2015 at 11:54am PDT

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