3 Italian Vegetarian Recipes Home Cooks Swear By

Italian vegetarian recipes bring so much cozy flavor—these dishes are sure to become weeknight favorites. Whether you’re craving pasta bakes or creamy sauces, these picks have something for every comfort food mood. Get ready to find at least one new staple for your table.

Updated on Thu, 07 May 2026
A steaming bowl of Pesto Pea Gnocchi Skillet garnished with fresh basil and parmesan, served for a family-style meal.  Save
A steaming bowl of Pesto Pea Gnocchi Skillet garnished with fresh basil and parmesan, served for a family-style meal. | dewhearth.com
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Pesto Pea Gnocchi Skillet

A steaming bowl of Pesto Pea Gnocchi Skillet garnished with fresh basil and parmesan, served for a family-style meal.
A steaming bowl of Pesto Pea Gnocchi Skillet garnished with fresh basil and parmesan, served for a family-style meal. | dewhearth.com

This skillet meal pairs pillowy gnocchi with vibrant pesto and sweet peas for a weeknight dinner that’s as comforting as it is quick.

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Olive & Warm Baked Ziti

Olive & Warm Baked Ziti
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"Made this for Sunday supper and my whole family raved about the creamy ricotta and cheesy layers. So cozy!" —Jen

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Creamy Avocado Pasta

Tossed creamy avocado pasta, garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan, ready for a satisfying dinner.
Tossed creamy avocado pasta, garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan, ready for a satisfying dinner. | dewhearth.com

"The lemony basil sauce was so fresh—I added a little extra Parmesan on top. Simple and absolutely delicious." —Lisa M.

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