24 Wildly Delicious Vegetarian Mushroom Recipes

updated Nov 15, 2023

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fettuccini and bolognese are mixed together in a large cooking pot — Credit: Photo: Joe Lingeman; Food Stylist: Jesse Szewczyk

There’s no question that mushrooms tend to be a go-to food for vegetarian recipes: they’re delicious, nutritious, and relatively affordable. But they’re also something of culinary chameleons, meaning they can be just as at home in a delicate crepe as they are in a rich and creamy pasta dish — no meat necessary. Not sure where to start? We’ve rounded up a bunch of our favorite ways to weave mushrooms into vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Garlicky Mushroom Bolognese

A savory, one-pot recipe for vegetarian mushroom bolognese with fettuccine.

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Brown Rice Congee with Shiitake Mushrooms and Greens

This Asian-style rice porridge is a simple, comforting dish for breakfast or any time of day.

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Portobello Mushroom Burger

Not only are they seriously satisfying and packed with flavor, but the mix of color and texture will keep you coming back for more.

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Wild Mushroom Tart

This savory, 5-ingredient tart boasts ultra-flaky puff pastry blanketed with layers of nutty Gruyère and a medley of wild mushrooms.

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How To Cook Mushrooms on the Stovetop

Here's how to prepare mushrooms on the stovetop so good that you'll want to eat them all on their own.

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Wild Mushroom Stuffing

This stuffing is packed with in-season wild mushrooms and an earthy blend of herbs, and is so cozy and comforting it will warm you right up.

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Creamy Vegan Mushroom Lasagna

Here's how to make a hearty and satisfying lasagna that's 100% plant based. With mushrooms and a rich cashew cream, there's nothing to miss!

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Falafel-Spiced Crispy Mushrooms

Crispy, golden-brown mushrooms coated in a medley of ground coriander, cumin, and cayenne; topped with quick-pickled cabbage, fresh veggies, and a minty yogurt sauce.

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Creamy Vegan Polenta with Mushrooms, Tomatoes and Spinach

When you add coconut milk to the cooking liquid and whisk in miso at the end, you get an ultra-creamy, slightly “cheesy” polenta.

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Sautéed Oyster Mushroom

Oyster mushrooms have a mild flavor with a tender, meaty texture.

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Air Fryer Mushrooms

Bite-sized garlic-butter mushrooms are savory with crispy edges, all thanks to the air fryer.

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Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

A quick marinade gives these hearty mushroom caps tons of flavor.

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Mushroom Shawarma Bowls

Inspired by shawarma, these plant-based bowls feature a mix of meaty mushrooms, crunchy romaine, warm plum tomatoes, and tangy pickled onions.

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One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Pesto Pasta

In this 20-minute vegetarian dinner, vibrant pesto and creamy mascarpone cheese combine to create a silky sauce that clings to the noodles.

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Slow Cooker Lentil and Mushroom Bolognese

In this "meaty" vegetarian alternative to classic bolognese, baby bella mushrooms and protein-packed green lentils stand in for ground beef.

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Cold Ramen with Quick-Pickled Mushrooms, Celery, and Ginger

Pickled vegetables and chewy ramen noodles combine for a mighty yet simple cold noodle salad.

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Quesadilla de Quelite y Champiñón (Mushroom and Purslane Quesadillas)

Earthy mushrooms, tender verdolaga (purslane), and herbaceous epazote star in these super satisfying vegan tacos.

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Caramelized Mushroom Galette

This hearty savory tart features a nutty whole-wheat crust, rosemary-scented mushrooms, and lots of melty Brie cheese.

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Savory Sourdough French Toast with Mushrooms

This savory French toast, topped with a simple salad made with arugula, radishes, and seared mushrooms, is the most delicious way to enjoy breakfast for dinner.

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Creamy Wild Mushroom One-Pot Pasta

In this creamy and delicious pasta, everything comes together in one pot.

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Creamy, Satisfying Mushroom Soup

This soup treats you to a double dose of mushrooms, plus a silky, mushroom-infused vegetable broth with just a touch of cream for just a hint of richness.

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Portobello Mushroom Lasagna

Flavorful Portobello mushrooms transform this vegetarian lasagna into a substantial main entree, but it can also be served as a side dish with a roast.

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Umami Garlic Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms and Broccolini

Mì Xào Tỏi, a longstanding Viet-American favorite got its start in the late 1970s, where it was served with roasted crab and giant prawns.

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Mushroom Rice Pilaf

This creamy mushroom and herb-flecked skillet makes the perfect side to anything you're cooking for dinner, or better yet, top it with a yolky poached egg for a creamy bite.

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