Vegetable recipes

Vegetables are the foundation of every balanced kitchen. Here we gather vegetable recipes: dishes from the oven, sataraš (pepper and tomato stew), soups and stews, light salads, seasonal dishes and ideas for side dishes. Most of the recipes are made with seasonal vegetables that are easy to find — courgettes, peppers, tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, chard and spinach. An ideal category if you want to eat more lightly or add more vegetables to your menu.

Featured recipes

Vegetable Broth — An easy recipe for a rich vegetable broth that is the perfect base for soups, risottos, and sauces.
Creamy Sour Cream and Paprika Pasta Sauce — A super quick and creamy pasta sauce made with just a few ingredients, perfect for a weekday lunch.
Wild Boar Ragu — A rich and aromatic hunter's sauce, ideal for colder days. Slow cooking is key for perfectly tender meat and deep flavor.
Duck Ragu — Duck Ragu — jednostavno jelo s poznatim okusima, prikladno za obiteljski ručak.
Homemade Meat Soup — A classic Sunday lunch – rich and invigorating soup made from three types of meat and fresh vegetables. Perfect as an introduction to the main course or as a base for sauces and risottos.
Red Pepper and Tomato Sauce — A quick and simple pepper and tomato sauce that will perfectly complement any fish dish.

Quick and easy recipes

Andalusian Sauce — A quick and creamy Spanish sauce with bell pepper and a hint of chili, perfect with fish, grilled meats, and as a spread.
Quick Fenugreek Sprout, Tomato, and Ricotta Sauce — Ready in a flash, this raw sauce combines creamy ricotta, fresh tomatoes, and nutrient-rich fenugreek sprouts. Ideal for a quick lunch!
Creamy Fresh Pepper Sauce — When you need a quick, impressive, and delicious sauce that elevates any dish, this simple fresh pepper sauce is the solution. Its creamy texture and vibrant color will refresh plates with fish, vegetables, or meat, and it's ready in just 15 minutes, with no cooking required!
Creamy Sour Cream and Paprika Pasta Sauce — A super quick and creamy pasta sauce made with just a few ingredients, perfect for a weekday lunch.
Guacamole - Quick Homemade Avocado Dip — A Mexican cuisine classic, perfect for gatherings. A creamy avocado dip ready in no time, ideal with nachos or as a meal accompaniment.
Russian Caviar Sauce — An elegant and creamy sauce with vegetables and caviar, ideal for fish dishes, sandwiches, or as an appetizer spread.
Thousand Island Dressing — A quick and creamy dressing ideal for salads, sandwiches, and as a vegetable dip.
Mushroom Pesto — A quick and aromatic pesto made with fresh button mushrooms, parsley, and mint, ideal as a pasta sauce.

Latest in this topic

Russian Caviar Sauce — An elegant and creamy sauce with vegetables and caviar, ideal for fish dishes, sandwiches, or as an appetizer spread.
Hare Ragù with Pancetta and Red Wine — A rich and aromatic sauce made from hare, pancetta, and red wine, ideal for serving with wide pasta like pappardelle.
Wild Boar Ragu — A rich and aromatic hunter's sauce, ideal for colder days. Slow cooking is key for perfectly tender meat and deep flavor.
Vegetable Broth — An easy recipe for a rich vegetable broth that is the perfect base for soups, risottos, and sauces.
Mushroom Pesto — A quick and aromatic pesto made with fresh button mushrooms, parsley, and mint, ideal as a pasta sauce.
Duck Ragu — Duck Ragu — jednostavno jelo s poznatim okusima, prikladno za obiteljski ručak.
Basic Red Sauce with Paprika — A quick and versatile tomato sauce with a smooth texture, enriched with sweet paprika. A perfect base for pasta, gnocchi, or casseroles.
Venison and Porcini Mushroom Hunter's Ragu — A thick, hearty ragu made with venison, porcini mushrooms, and red wine, perfect for serving with pappardelle pasta.

More ideas for cooking

Tomato and Mint Sauce — A quick and easy sauce with an unexpected hint of mint, perfect for toppings, bruschetta, or as an accompaniment to vegetables.
Creamy Vegetable Carbonara — Rich and creamy, this vegetarian version of carbonara swaps pancetta for fresh vegetables, creating a surprisingly delicious and light meal.
Japanese Vegetable Fondue — A quick and fun Japanese 'fondue' where everyone at the table cooks their own vegetables in a delicious sauce. Ideal for informal gatherings.
Homemade Tomato Sauce — A classic Italian sauce made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a hint of chili. Perfect as a base for pasta, pizza, or lasagna.
Crostini with Spleen and Liver Pâté — Crostini with Spleen and Liver Pâté — brz i jednostavan recept za ručak tijekom tjedna.
Quick Fennel and Tomato Sauce — An unexpectedly delicious and quick fennel and tomato sauce, perfect for a fast weeknight lunch with a touch of Italy.
Eel and Pea Stew — A rich eel and pea stew, cooked in a red sauce with Mediterranean spices. A traditional dish with a modern twist, perfect with polenta or pasta.
Pasta with Asparagus and Shrimp — A quick and creamy sauce with shrimp and asparagus tips, perfect with short pasta like penne or fusilli.
Pasta with Peas and Artichokes — A simple and quick vegetarian sauce made from fresh spring vegetables that pairs perfectly with short pasta.
Stuffed Eggs with Mushrooms on Spinach — Classic stuffed eggs in a richer version with dried mushrooms, served on buttery spinach as a warm appetizer.
Boscaiola Sauce (Forest Sauce with Pancetta and Mushrooms) — A rich Italian sauce with mushrooms, pancetta, and pine nuts, ideal for tagliatelle. Quick, simple, and full of forest flavors.
Sicilian Arancini with Meat Ragu — Crispy rice balls filled with rich meat sauce, a classic of Sicilian cuisine.
Classic Meat Ragu — Discover the secret to a truly authentic Italian meat ragu. This slow-cooked, rich, and deeply flavorful sauce is perfect for pasta, lasagna, and countless other dishes.
Rich Fish Broth — A concentrated broth made from white fish and vegetables, strained for a thick texture and rich flavor.
Demi-Glace Sauce — A concentrated and rich brown sauce, a cornerstone of French cuisine, ideal for red meat dishes.
Balsamic Ragu — A rich and aromatic ragu with pancetta, vegetables, and a sweet-sour note of balsamic vinegar.
Espagnole Sauce (Spanish Sauce) — A rich and dark foundational sauce, one of the five "mother sauces" of French cuisine.
Creamy Lentil and Vegetable Sauce — A rich and hearty lentil ragu that's both satisfying and healthy. Perfect for pasta, polenta, or as a comforting stew.
Creamy Carrot Spread with a Hint of the Orient — A simple, healthy, and incredibly tasty spread made from cooked carrots and spices, ideal for serving on toasted bread.
Cipollata: Creamy Bell Pepper and Scallion Spread — A quick and easy spread made from bell peppers, scallions, and cream cheese, ideal for warm days, bruschetta, or as a dip with fresh vegetables.
Quick Zucchini Sauce for Pasta — A simple and quick zucchini sauce, ideal for a light lunch or dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe combines the freshness of zucchini with the aroma of garlic and the richness of Parmesan.
Carrot and Sesame Sauce for Pasta — A quick and healthy vegetarian sauce that combines sweet carrots with the nutty flavor of toasted sesame. Ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Vegetable and Ricotta Pate — This quick and healthy vegetarian pate made from ricotta, carrots, and celery is a perfect light spread for breakfast, snack, or appetizer. It comes together in just 25 minutes!
Veal Tongue with Green Sauce (Salsa Verde) — Veal Tongue with Green Sauce (Salsa Verde) — jednostavno jelo s poznatim okusima, prikladno za obiteljsku večeru.

Frequently asked questions

How do I preserve the nutrients in vegetables?

Choose shorter cooking methods — steaming, a quick fry over high heat or roasting. Avoid overcooking in a lot of water.

Which vegetables are good for winter?

Root vegetables (carrot, parsley root, potato, sweet potato), brassicas (savoy cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower) and tinned and frozen vegetables see the winter months through very well.

Can I eat only vegetables for lunch?

Yes, but add a source of protein (pulses, eggs, cheese, tofu, pasta or rice) so that the meal is filling.