All 5 of these dairy-free recipes are ready in 40 minutes or less, making them a great option for a weeknight dinner.

Finding dairy-free recipes can be challenging, as many dishes rely on butter, milk, cheese, or heavy cream.

While removing dairy entirely is not essential for most people, setting aside a few nights each week for dairy-free meals can be beneficial, especially if you have difficulty digesting dairy or eat it in large quantities regularly.

Whether you’re avoiding dairy for health reasons or simply looking to diversify your diet, these options are not only delicious and nutritious but also affordable.

Pasta with creamy vegan lentil sauce

This pasta dish is completely dairy free and full of fiber, protein, and nutrients, and is vegan. The sauce consists of vegetables, cashews, and lentils, making it a filling and flavorful meal.

CashewsTrusted Source are a great source of protein, copper, magnesium, and manganese, and they add a creaminess and sweetness to the sauce. LentilsTrusted Source are also a great source of protein, fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc.

This well-rounded meal is ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for weeknights. If you’re looking for an extra health boost for this meal, consider swapping out the regular pasta for brown rice pasta.

Honey sesame chicken and broccoli bowls

If you’re looking for an ultra-quick weeknight recipe, this is the perfect one for you. Ready in just 10 minutes, it is great for those busy days when you still want a nutritious and filling meal.

The recipe is incredibly easy to make, thanks to rotisserie chicken (an affordable, healthy, and convenient option that’s easy to find) at the grocery store. It also includes broccoliTrusted Source, packed with antioxidants, and carrotsTrusted Source, which are rich in vitamin A.

To keep the dish low in sugar, simply skip the honey and dried cranberries.

Curried pumpkin soup with crispy tofu

This pumpkin soup is a delicious and cozy recipe that is perfect for a cold fall day. Instead of dairy, this recipe uses coconut milk and vegetable broth, which makes the recipe creamy and flavorful. When shopping at the grocery, make sure to choose sugar-free coconut milk and low sodium vegetable broth.

This recipe’s flavor comes from the spices, which include red pepper flakes, coriander, curry powder, and minced garlic. The pumpkin, pumpkin seedsTrusted Source, and yellow onionTrusted Source also provide a whole host of vitamins, including vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin C, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and more.

This recipe also contains 26 grams (g) of protein per serving, which is largely from the crispy tofu added on top of the soup.

Curried pumpkin soup with crispy tofu

Sweet potato chana masala

This recipe is perfect for those looking for a meal packed with vegetables and spices. The only grocery item that is not naturally dairy free is yogurt, so simply opt for a dairy-free option.

This recipe gets its protein from the chickpeas, but if you are looking for a higher protein count than 16 g, you can always add tofu to the recipe. Simply press the tofu with a paper towel for 15 minutes and then bake it for 20 minutes at 400° F (200° C).

However, even without the added tofu, this dish is tasty and filling, thanks to sweet potatoes, chickpeas, dairy-free yogurt, and brown rice.

Shrimp and chorizo jambalaya with cauliflower rice

Jambalaya is one of the ultimate comfort meals. However, if you’re looking to make this recipe a little healthier, you can substitute the white rice for cauliflower rice and the chorizo for vegetable chorizo.

With 34 g of protein and only 369 calories, this recipe is a great option for nearly anyone’s diet, including the keto diet. Even if you’re vegetarian, simply remove the shrimp from the dish!

This recipe gets its flavor from the cayenne, cumin, dried thyme, smoked paprika, and minced garlic, as well as its vitamins from the cauliflower, onion, bell peppers, and diced tomatoes. Enjoy!

Takeaway

Coming up with what to cook each night can feel incredibly difficult, especially if you’re looking to cook something healthy yet filling.

All five of these recipes are dairy-free options that are a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Remember, you can make food swaps to any of these recipes to satisfy your personal preferences and dietary needs.

Reference: https://www.healthline.com/recipes/dairy-free-recipe-roundup#shrimp-and-chorizo-jambalaya