In the Catholic faith, the six weeks or 40 days leading up toEaster Sundayare considered the Lent season.
In fact, they are so yummy, you won’t even feel like you’re fasting!
21 Easter Dessert Recipes Ready in 20 Minutes (Or Less!)
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Get our recipe forShrimp and Broccoli.
It’s so flavorful that you won’t even miss the meat!
Get our recipe forGrilled Veggie Wrap.
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You won’t even miss the bacon!
Get our recipe forScrambled Eggs With Salmon, Asparagus, and Goat Cheese.
Get our recipe forCinnamon Roll Overnight Oats.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forVegetarian Black Bean Omelet.
Get our recipe forGreek Yogurt With Pineapple, Kiwi, Mango, & Ginger Syrup.
Get our recipe forGrilled Swordfish With Caponata.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Mac and Cheese
There’s nothing better than a classic bowl of macaroni and cheese.
No meat necessary, and only 360 calories!
Get our recipe forMac and Cheese.
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Get our recipe forButtery Red Pepper Fettuccine Alfredo.
Get our recipe forSpinach Artichoke Dip.
Get our recipe forButternut Squash Ravioli With Sage Brown Butter.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Sheet-Pan Vegan Sausage and Vegetables
Switch out regular sausage for the vegan alternative for thissheet pan dinner!
Perfect for picky kids (or adults) and anyone who may miss the meat during the Lent season.
Get our recipe forSheet-Pan Vegan Sausage and Vegetables.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forTuna Burger With Wasabi Mayo.
Pickled onions, lime, and chipotle pepper add tangy layers with a kick.
Get our recipe forSpicy Tuna and Avocado Fish Taco.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forBaked Crab Cakes With Mango-Avocado Salsa.
If you’d like, you could even throw in some tofu for a boost of protein.
Get our recipe forVegetable Fried Rice.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forClassic Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup.
Baked Fish and Chips
Don’t feel like dealing with the mess from frying fish?
Bake some fish sticks for an easier dinner instead!
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Or, make your own baked fish and chips at home for another Lent-friendly recipe.
For added flavor, serve withhomemade tartar sauce.
Get our recipe forBaked Fish and Chips.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forButternut Squash Soup.
Southern-Style Shrimp and Grits
Spice up a Lenten Friday meal with this seafood favorite.
Just confirm to skip the turkey kielbasa to keep this a meatless Lent recipe.
If you want, you’ve got the option to opt for plant-based sausage instead.
Get our recipe forSouthern-Style Shrimp and Grits.
Serve this Lent-friendly recipe with an Italian-inspired salsa verde.
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Enjoy everything for under 300 calories.
Get our recipe forGrilled Mahi-Mahi With Salsa Verde.
Get our recipe forButter-Baked Salmon and Asparagus.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
This salad recipe has you covered and is insanely fresh.
Get our recipe forArugula and Grapefruit Salad With Dill Ranch Dressing.
Get our recipe forGreen Bean Casserole.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
This one packs in spicy, creamy, and fresh flavors, for only 355 calories.
Get our recipe forAvocado-Crab Salad.
Get our recipe forBlackened Fish Sandwich With Avocado and Cabbage.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forMushroom Cheesesteak.
Crock-Pot Vegetarian Chili
Set this chili to cook on a Thursday and heat up on Friday!
Or, simply cook it in theCrock-Potwhile you’re at work for a delicious meatless dinner.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Vegetarian Chili.
Don’t forget the rice and beans to round out your meal!
Get our recipe forCrispy Chipotle Shrimp Quesadillas.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Thankfully, there are plenty of recipes you might still enjoy, even during the Lenten season.
A previous version of this story was published on February 20, 2020.
It has been updated to include additional copy, proofreading revisions, and updated contextual links.
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