Here are 25 low-budget vegetarian back-to-school recipes that combine simplicity and deliciousness.
Back to school not only marks the return to class, but also the resumption of a busy daily life for students. To stay fit and focused, eating well is essential. Faced with an often tight budget, the key lies in simple, economical and tasty recipes.
Choosing the right ingredients
To spend wisely while still enjoying yourself, the most important thing is to focus on seasonal products, fruits and vegetables from September, and basic ingredients such as rice, pasta, pulses and eggs. These foods, in addition to being affordable, are extremely versatile. Foods such as pasta, rice and semolina are affordable and provide an essential energy base to last throughout the day. Pulses, in particular, are rich in protein and easily replace meat, which reduces costs while providing essential nutrients.
Optimizing your time in the kitchen
To avoid finding yourself ordering at the last minute, you can definitely plan your meals in advance. Nothing could be simpler: spend a few hours on the weekend preparing several dishes for the week ahead. For example, cook rice, cut and cook vegetables or prepare a few portions of tofu. Another tip is recipes where all the ingredients cook in a single pot or pan, ideal for saving time and easy to make, even in a small kitchen. For example, a risotto, a pasta dish or a ratatouille are dishes that require little preparation and cook almost by themselves. Don’t hesitate to cook in large quantities and freeze then reheat the leftovers to save time.
Carrot Cakes
© Eve Cardi
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Carrot pancakes
Green bean and hazelnut salad
© Joann Pai
- 6 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Green bean and hazelnut salad
Carrot tagliatelle with ricotta sauce
© Pierre Javelle
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Carrot tagliatelle, ricotta sauce
Buckwheat Risotto
© Emilie Laraison
- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Buckwheat risotto
Pasta with pepper sauce and fresh goat cheese
© Nathalie Carnet
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Pasta with pepper sauce and fresh goat cheese
Harissa Tofu Wrap
© Ella Mills
- 2 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Harissa tofu wrap
Fried noodles, green vegetables
© Uyen Luu
- 2 people
- Level: Easy
- 20 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Fried noodles, green vegetables
Cheese Quiche
© Joann Pai
- 6 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Cheese Quiche
Coral lentil dahl
© Sandra Mahut
- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 30 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Coral lentil dahl
Mexican green rice with peppers and herbs
© Emanuela Cino
- 6 people
- Level: Very easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Mexican green rice with peppers and herbs
Eggplant pizza
© Dorian Nieto
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Eggplant pizza
Oriental Tabbouleh
© Valery Guedes
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Oriental tabbouleh
Piedmontese salad
© Valery Guedes
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 20 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Piedmontese salad
Spaghetti with cheese and pepper
© Valery Guedes
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Spaghetti cacio e pepe
Croque-monsieur with Camembert
© Akiko Ida
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Croque-monsieur with Camembert
Spaghetti with garlic and chili pepper
© Akiko Ida
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Spaghetti with garlic and chili pepper
Cheddar Mac and Cheese
© Edouard Sicot
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Cheddar Mac and Cheese
Savory porridge with mushrooms
© Healthy Alie
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Savory porridge with mushrooms
Cheddar-chili grilled sandwich
© Carrie Solomon
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Grilled cheddar-chili sandwich
Feta-Coriander Scramble
© Marjolaine Daguerre
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 5 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Feta-coriander scramble
Raw Zucchini Salad with Hazelnuts
© Eve Cardi
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Raw zucchini salad with hazelnuts
Egg and tomato shakshuka
© Carrie Solomon
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 5 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Shakshuka with eggs and tomatoes
Tortilla with rocket
© Marie-Pierre Morel
- 8 people
- Level: Easy
- 20 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Rocket Tortilla
Vegetarian tacos, pepper salsa
© Nathalie Carnet
- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Vegetarian tacos, pepper salsa
Red gnocchetti with harissa, cherry tomatoes and feta
© Emanuela Cino
- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 30 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Red gnocchetti with harissa, cherry tomatoes and feta
