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
02
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
03
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.
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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.
05
Soya bean casserole
A healthy and filling vegetarian casserole packed full of flavour.
06
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.
10
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!
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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.
15
Mashed potato casserole
A crispy and delicious mashed potato casserole is the perfect accompaniment to roast dinners.
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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
When it’s cold outside, curl up with this cozy comfort food.
18
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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