Popsugar Living Trader Joe's Best Trader Joe’s Vegetarian Meals 2021 Make a Meal in a Matter of Minutes With These Easy Trader Joe’s Vegetarian Options 20 February 2021 by Lauren Harano View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) The aisles of Trader Joe's are home to easy-to-make vegetarian meals that don't skimp on flavour or protein. The affordable grocer has countless meat-free options that make for quick and easy meals any time of day. Complete with everything from roasted garlic and pesto pizza with a deep fried crust (!) to spicy Mexican-style riced cauliflower, these finds are fit for every kind of foodie. Whether you're not in the mood for meat or you've been a vegetarian for years, these delicious foods from Trader Joe's will fill your kitchen with the best flavours of all. If you're looking to make an easy meal in a matter of minutes, check out these TJ's favourites ahead. Featuring hearty comfort foods, healthy salads, and so much more, this curated list will get you excited for your next grocery run. Keep reading to see the best vegetarian meals Trader Joe's has to offer now. Prices and products may vary by Trader Joe's location. — Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes 1 Trader Joe's Roasted Garlic and Pesto Pizza With Deep Fried Crust View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) What's better than pesto, you ask? Pesto on pizza, of course. This delicious pizza features a deep fried crust that will make your taste buds swoon with every bite. Complete with a garlicky kick, you'll eat the whole thing up in no time. 1 / 40 2 Trader Joe's Potato Pancakes View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) These fully cooked latkes include potatoes, onions, and matzo meal, and make for a supereasy meal. Enjoy them with applesauce or on their own. 2 / 40 3 Trader Joe's Spicy Mexican-Style Riced Cauliflower View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) Everyone knows Trader Joe's riced cauliflower is freakin' delicious, and now, this spicy Mexican-style cauliflower is here to give the staple a flavourful twist. 3 / 40 4 Trader Joe's Cheese-Filled Fiocchetti With Pink Sauce View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) You've had the fiocchetti with pink sauce, but have you tried this cheese-filled version? Complete with a zesty tomato cream sauce, you'll eat this up in no time. Oh, and it takes less than six minutes to cook. Dinner is served! 4 / 40 5 Trader Joe's Scallopini Potatoes View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) on Nov 4, 2020 at 6:26pm PST Even if potatoes aren't your thing, everyone can learn to love potatoes with four cheeses mixed into them, no? 5 / 40 6 Trader Joe's Black Bean & Cheese Taquitos View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) Easy and tasty, taquitos are a great at-home snack. Just add pico de gallo, a dash of cheese, and a side of guac to make these the predinner bites that people will be drooling over. 6 / 40 7 Trader Joe's Organic Shells and White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Kitchen (@traderjoeskitchen) on Dec 26, 2019 at 9:08am PST Do the words "white cheddar" make you salivate? Because same. This box of mac 'n' cheese goodness will curb your cravings for cheese and pasta in just minutes. If you're really feeling adventurous, you can top it off with a dash of cayenne pepper to give it a kick. 7 / 40 8 Trader Joe's Asparagus Risotto View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Kitchen 👩🏼🍳 (@traderjoeskitchen) on Apr 1, 2019 at 11:46am PDT This Trader Joe's asparagus risotto has a creamy texture and delicious taste that will leave you begging for more. The best part? It only takes five minutes to make! 8 / 40 9 Trader Joe's Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower View this post on Instagram A post shared by @traderjoesfl on Aug 9, 2020 at 7:55am PDT Eating healthy has never been easier! Simply heat these preroasted olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper cauliflower and broccoli florets in the microwave or throw them on the stove. 9 / 40 10 Trader Joe's Corn Poblano Chowder View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) on Feb 10, 2020 at 5:02pm PST There's no doubt the hearty texture of this hearty chowder will get you through chilly nights. If you really want to go all out, pair it with cornbread or crispy tortilla chips. 10 / 40 11 Trader Joe's Mac and Cheese Bites View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Kitchen (@traderjoeskitchen) on Jan 12, 2020 at 1:29pm PST Featuring a blend of cheddar, havarti, swiss, and gouda cheeses, these tasty bites will make your mouth drool before they're even done cooking. With a crispy panko-style breading, you'll be dreaming about these every hour of the day. 11 / 40 12 Trader Joe's Roasted Garlic and Pesto Pizza View this post on Instagram A post shared by Markie 🍦 (@thesnacksoflife) The crust on this pizza is chewy, crispy, and one of a kind. If you enjoy Neapolitan-style pizza, this pie is the real deal. 12 / 40 13 Trader Joe's Fiocchetti With Pink Sauce View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Kitchen (@traderjoeskitchen) on Aug 29, 2020 at 4:18pm PDT If you had a full day of work and just want to whip up a quick meal and relax, this cheese-filled fiocchetti with pink sauce is your best bet. Pasta filled with ricotta, taleggio, and mozzarella cheese? You can't beat it. 13 / 40 14 Trader Joe's ABC + K Slaw View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bethany (@bethanybuysthings) on Nov 15, 2018 at 1:57pm PST Apples, beets, carrots, and kale are paired together to make a delicious salad for anyone looking for something light. With an orange poppy dressing, you'll want seconds of this! 14 / 40 15 Trader Joe's Organic Tomato Mozzarella Piccolo Pizza View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) on Jul 24, 2020 at 4:01pm PDT If you're craving pizza, this little dinner dish is for you. It's small enough that you can eat it all in one sitting without feeling too full. The crust is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and the sauce is the perfect mix of sweet and tomatoey. Pair with a small side salad for best results. 15 / 40 16 Trader Joe's Broccoli and Kale Slaw View this post on Instagram A post shared by Textbook Nutrition RDN MPH (@textbooknutrition) on Mar 26, 2017 at 7:52am PDT With dried fruits, kale, and a creamy slaw dressing, this sweet salad is the perfect complement to any meal. 16 / 40 17 Trader Joe's Frozen Mac 'n' Cheese View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Kitchen (@traderjoeskitchen) on May 10, 2020 at 4:56pm PDT Frozen dinners for the win! This box might look little, but it's packed with big flavour. Just pop it in the microwave, and get ready dive into a warm bowl of pasta in minutes. Feel free to add broccoli, breadcrumbs, or truffle flakes to the mix. 17 / 40 18 Trader Joe's Lemon Arugula Basil Salad Kit View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) This light salad has a soy-free lemon vinaigrette dressing that pairs effortlessly with the zesty arugula. You'll also notice bright hints of basil with every bite. Dig in! 18 / 40 19 Trader Joe's Multigrain Toaster Waffles View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Recipes + Reviews (@tjs.fearless.flyer) Got syrup? These toaster waffles are ready to be enjoyed! Just pop them in the toaster, and top 'em off with fruit, chocolate chips, whipped cream, and more. Breakfast is served. 19 / 40 20 Trader Joe's Chipotle Vegetable Quesadillas View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joes Finds! (@tjfinds_) on Feb 18, 2020 at 1:14pm PST Take the traditional quesadilla to the next level when you cook up this vegetarian option. Each flour tortilla is packed with gooey Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses and stuffed with smoked jalapeños, savory onions, black beans, and sweet corn. You'll notice the rich chipotle sauce every time you bite into it. 20 / 40 21 Trader Joe's Overnight Oats Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Erin Cullum One package of Trader Joe's vanilla overnight oats and you'll be hooked. Make it the night before, add some toppings, and breakfast is done! Trust us when we say, you'll be heading back to the store for more. 21 / 40 22 Trader Joe's Organic Italian Four Cheese Tortellini View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Treat (@traderjoestreat) on Sep 3, 2020 at 5:32am PDT Craving cheese? Same! This rich tortellini is stuffed with mozzarella, ricotta, parmesan, and romano cheeses, and pairs well with warm garlic bread and a glass or red wine. Top it off with your favourite bolognese or vodka sauce. 22 / 40 23 Trader Joe's Organic Silver Dollar Pancakes View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's Girl (@trader_joes_girl) on Jan 29, 2020 at 8:51am PST Pancake-lovers will obsess over these organic silver dollar pancakes. Toss them in the toaster for five minutes while you're getting ready and return to a crispy, soft, and tasty treat. You'll be addicted in no time. 23 / 40 24 Trader Joe's French Onion Macaroni & Cheese View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's List (@traderjoeslist) The two best foods put together, this mac and cheese will change the way you do appetizers. Since this is so good, we suggest getting a few and putting them into little saucers so everyone can have their own helping. Enjoy! 24 / 40 25 Trader Joe's Oniony Kale Slaw Kit View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) Craving a sinfully superior salad? This is the slaw for you. With rich kale, bright cabbage, shaved carrots, and white cauliflower, every bite packs a punch of good-for-you ingredients. Top it off with the shallot and dijon mustard vinaigrette for best results. 25 / 40 26 Trader Joe's Spizzico di Pizza View this post on Instagram A post shared by TRADER JOES OBSESSED-Shannon😋 (@traderjoesobsessed) on Feb 1, 2020 at 9:49am PST Ideal for game days, dinner parties, or whatever else you have in store, these Trader Joe's spizzico di pizza bites will be a fan favourite. 26 / 40 27 Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Ravioli View this post on Instagram A post shared by 🍴FODMAP Friendly Eats + More🍴 (@lowfo_byjojo) on Aug 18, 2020 at 9:15am PDT Sweet butternut squash fills these pasta pillows. Drizzle with olive oil and Parmesan for a comforting and quick autumnal dinner. 27 / 40 28 Trader Joe's Brioche French Toast View this post on Instagram A post shared by Julie (@seriousedacity) on Dec 25, 2019 at 5:58am PST Is your mouth watering yet? This Trader Joe's brioche french toast contains four slices of french toast, and comes ready to be served! Whether you heat your toast in a toaster, microwave it, or cook it in the oven, this snack paired with bacon, sausage, hash browns, or any breakfast side makes a flavourful treat. 28 / 40 29 Trader Joe's Sesame Crunch Chopped Salad View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bethany (@bethanybuysthings) on Aug 2, 2019 at 1:21pm PDT What do you get when you put bok choy, cabbage, carrots, sesame sticks, and cashews together? This light chopped salad! There's enough food for multiple lunches, so meal prepping is about to get much easier. 29 / 40 30 Trader Joe's Organic Chickpea and Red Lentil Risoni View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) on Feb 7, 2020 at 1:00pm PST A legume-based alternative to regular risoni (aka orzo), Trader Joe's organic chickpea and red lentil risoni is made of chickpeas and lentils, and it's delicious. Top it with your favourite sauce for a dinner and you'll want it again and again. 30 / 40 31 Trader Joe's Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Food Reviews (@traderjoesfoodreviews) on Aug 22, 2020 at 3:30pm PDT Just in time for fall, TJ's dropped a delicious soup that we can warm up to. Ideal for a quick lunch or dinner, your tastebuds will enjoy the sharp cheddar cheese mixed into this creamy soup. 31 / 40 32 Trader Joe's Egg Frittata With Swiss Cheese and Cauliflower View this post on Instagram A post shared by Spotted! Trader Joe’s (@spottedattraderjoes) Need breakfast and need it fast? These egg frittatas are for you. Filled with Swiss cheese and cauliflower, these will wake you up in no time. Pro tip: add hot sauce. 32 / 40 33 Trader Joe's Garden Vegetable Soup View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's (@traderjoes) on Oct 21, 2020 at 7:17pm PDT If you want a little bowl of something warm, delicious, and packed with veggies, look no further than this soup. Just warm it up and enjoy! 33 / 40 34 Trader Joe's Cacio e Pepe Ravioli View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's List (@traderjoeslist) on Aug 28, 2020 at 9:01am PDT Get ready to stuff your face full of Trader Joe's cacio e pepe ravioli. Filled with creamy ricotta and pecorino romano cheese, it tastes delicious with a dash of olive oil or your favourite sauce. 34 / 40 35 Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Kitchen (@traderjoeskitchen) on Aug 30, 2020 at 2:11pm PDT This single-serve mac and cheese is ridged rigatoni pasta blended with a three-cheese sauce of cheddar, gouda, and parmesan, plus a creamy béchamel sauce and butternut squash purée. A dash of warm spices like nutmeg and sage take the flavour over the edge but don't overpower, and the finished product is the definition of creamy, decadent comfort food. 35 / 40 36 Trader Joe's Spicy Lentil Wrap View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe's and Target Finds (@traderjoes.and.target.finds) on Nov 6, 2020 at 4:50pm PST Lentils and spice and everything nice! Pick up this wrap for lunch the next time you hit up TJ's; you won't regret it. 36 / 40 37 Trader Joe's Sweet Corn, Burrata, and Basil Ravioli View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Kitchen (@traderjoeskitchen) on Jul 12, 2020 at 12:23pm PDT This drool-worthy ravioli features a filling that has a combination of soft ricotta cheese and creamy burrata. Each bite offers a pop of fresh, sweet corn and an earthy taste of basil. The flavours work perfectly together, and this convenient eight-ounce package allows you to enjoy a rich and tasty dinner without any effort. Top the ravioli with basil pesto or olive oil or butter, and serve it with your favourite side dish. 37 / 40 38 Trader Joe's Holiday Vegetable Hash View this post on Instagram A post shared by Markie 🍦 (@thesnacksoflife) on Sep 27, 2020 at 4:25pm PDT Sauté Trader Joe's Holiday Vegetable Hash in a pan, and add it to an omelettete, salad, soup, or whatever else your heart desires. Pro tip: this hash is really good in stuffing! 38 / 40 39 Trader Joe's Southwestern Chopped Salad View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Cravings (@traderjoescravings) on Mar 31, 2019 at 10:38am PDT With cotija cheese, tortilla strips, and a spicy avocado dressing, this tasty green salad will instantly brighten up your lunch spread. 39 / 40 40 Trader Joe's Macaroni and Cheese With Wisconsin Cheddar View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trader Joe’s Kitchen (@traderjoeskitchen) on Jun 29, 2020 at 1:37pm PDT An all-time classic, this box of traditional mac and cheese will make your mouth water. And the best part? You can make it in just a handful of minutes, so you can enjoy it in no time. 40 / 40 Trader Joe'sVegetarianFood NewsFood ShoppingFast And EasyAppetizersFood ReviewsFrozen FoodWinterFall