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Main dish recipes

Find curated main dishes for dinner and lunch with estimated budget, substitutions, and grocery-list-friendly ingredients.

Browse all recipes Estimated prices are global base estimates, not exact store prices.

Moshkichiri Mung Bean Rice Pilaf — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Moshkichiri Mung Bean Rice Pilaf

A cozy mung bean and rice pilaf with carrot, onion, and cumin, offering a hearty, comforting bite. Simple, wholesome flavors come together for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
55m Serving: 385 cal $0.32
Eritrean Red Lentil Tomato Berbere Stew — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Red Lentil Tomato Berbere Stew

A hearty red lentil stew with tomato, onion, and warming berbere. Creamy, vegetal flavor and bright acidity make a comforting, everyday lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 306 cal $0.46
Ligurian Chickpea Farinata with Rosemary — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Chickpea Farinata with Rosemary

A chickpea farinata, herb-scented with rosemary and olive oil. Creamy on the inside, crisp around the edges, perfect for lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 414 cal $0.52
Misir Wat Red Lentil Stew — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Misir Wat Red Lentil Stew

A hearty red lentil stew with smoky berbere spice, onion, garlic, and tomato, simmered until creamy. Served with flatbread or rice, Misir Wat brings comforting warmth and bold, fragrant flavor to lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
45m Serving: 389 cal $0.54
Waakye Rice and Beans Bowl — production recipe image
Dinner Breakfast Lunch

Waakye Rice and Beans Bowl

A comforting bowl of black-eyed peas with rice, finished with egg, ripe plantain, and a zesty tomato-pepper sauce. Bright, hearty, and practical to plate for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
70m Serving: 333 cal $0.54
Atkilt Wat Cabbage Potato Stew — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Atkilt Wat Cabbage Potato Stew

A comforting stew of cabbage, potato, and red lentils simmered with onion, garlic, and a touch of turmeric. Bright carrots join the mix for color and heartiness, delivering a warm, veggie-forward meal that pairs nicely with lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
50m Serving: 424 cal $0.55
Masoor Dal with Cumin Rice — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Masoor Dal With Cumin Rice

Creamy red lentils meet cumin rice in a comforting, everyday dish. Tomato, onion, and ginger brighten the pot, finishing with a cozy, pantry-friendly vibe.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 423 cal $0.56
Baked Brie
Lunch

Baked Brie

A warm, shareable French snack featuring creamy brie wrapped in flaky puff pastry with fruity preserves and toasted pecans. Ideal for gatherings, it looks luxe on a board and delivers cozy, crowd-pleasing vibes.

Quick Budget friendly
30m Serving: 413 cal $0.57
Chip Butty
Dinner Lunch

Chip Butty

A classic chip butty pairs thick-cut chips with buttery bread for a hearty, homespun lunch. A touch of malt vinegar and salt finish it for cozy, practical comfort.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
45m Serving: 410 cal $0.58
Shiro Chickpea Stew — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Shiro Chickpea Stew

Creamy chickpea stew coats tender chickpeas in a tomato-forward sauce with berbere and onion for a warming, spiced meal. Featuring chickpea flour for body, it pairs beautifully with flatbread or rice for a hearty, plant-based vibe.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
35m Serving: 317 cal $0.59
Austrian Cabbage Noodles
Dinner Lunch

Austrian Cabbage Noodles

Creamy cabbage and warm pasta squares mingle with onion, butter, and a touch of caraway for a cozy Austrian-inspired dish. Vinegar adds brightness to a simple, satisfying bite.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
50m Serving: 393 cal $0.60
Yemeni Spiced Lentil Flatbread Skillet — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Spiced Lentil Flatbread Skillet

A cozy spiced lentil flatbread skillet blends hearty lentils, whole-wheat flatbread, simmered veggies, and warm spices. Simple, satisfying lunch or dinner with bold flavors and wholesome textures.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
35m Serving: 319 cal $0.61
Flammkuchen (Tarte Flambée)
Dinner Lunch

Flammkuchen (Tarte Flambée)

A paper-thin crust hosts crème fraîche, onion, and bacon for a crisp, smoky German-flavored bite. Warm and inviting, it pairs well with a simple salad for lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly One pot
45m Serving: 374 cal $0.61
Czech Fried Cheese
Dinner Lunch

Czech Fried Cheese

Crispy Czech fried cheese with a gooey center and a breadcrumb crust. Enjoy with potatoes and tartar sauce for a comforting, casual lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
35m Serving: 287 cal $0.62
Idrija Potato Dumplings
Dinner Lunch

Idrija Potato Dumplings

Idrija Potato Dumplings bring together tender potato filling folded in delicate dough, flavored with bacon, onions, and chives. A comforting Slovenian favorite, they pair with melted butter or a savory sauce for a cozy lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly
105m Serving: 391 cal $0.64
Chinese Scallion Oil Noodles — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Scallion Oil Noodles

Silky noodles meet fragrant scallion oil and a soy-sugar glaze for a quick, comforting bowl. Cucumber with sesame and a touch of rice vinegar keeps it fresh and satisfying.

Quick Budget friendly
25m Serving: 374 cal $0.65
Jamaican Jerk Lentil Sweet Potato Bowl — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Jerk Lentil Sweet Potato Bowl

A comforting bowl featuring spicy jerk lentils, tender sweet potato, and crisp cabbage with a bright finish. Simple, satisfying flavors and hearty textures make this lunch or dinner option easy to enjoy.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 417 cal $0.65
Malawian Nsima Bean Greens Plate — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Nsima Bean Greens Plate

A hearty Nsima plate balances creamy nsima with beans and leafy greens for a comforting, everyday meal. Wholesome and practical, it highlights grains, protein, and greens in a simple, satisfying plate.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 276 cal $0.65
Ta'ameya Fava Bean Patties — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Ta'ameya Fava Bean Patties

Savory fava bean patties blend onion, herbs, and cumin with a sesame crust. Pair with tahini and a simple salad for a comforting, plant-forward lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
45m Serving: 265 cal $0.65
Cheese and Onion Pie
Dinner Lunch

Cheese and Onion Pie

A comforting cheese and onion pie with a flaky pastry crust and a filling of cheddar, potatoes, and sweet onions. Great for lunch or dinner, it feels warm, hearty, and practical to share.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
95m Serving: 395 cal $0.65
Spanish Garlic Bread Crumbs with Chorizo
Dinner Lunch

Spanish Garlic Bread Crumbs with Chorizo

A warm, savory mix of crusty bread crumbs tossed with chorizo, garlic, and paprika, inspired by Spanish flavors. It's hearty and rustic, pairing smoky meat with crisp-tender crumbs for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly One pot
45m Serving: 414 cal $0.67
Red Red Beans with Fried Plantain — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Red Red Beans with Fried Plantain

Creamy black-eyed peas mingle with tomato, onion, garlic, and palm oil in a red bean base. Served with fried plantains, this hearty lunch or dinner pairs comforting flavors with a lively, crowd-pleasing vibe.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
60m Serving: 335 cal $0.68
Bacon Butty
Breakfast Lunch

Bacon Butty

A classic British bacon butty pairs crispy bacon with soft buttered bread and a tangy brown sauce. This hearty sandwich is comforting for breakfast or lunch, with simple, everyday flavors you can enjoy any day.

Quick Budget friendly
20m Serving: 383 cal $0.69
Chakalaka with Pap — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Chakalaka with Pap

A hearty vegetable relish pairs with firm cornmeal pap for a comforting, colorful lunch or dinner. Onion, carrot, pepper, cabbage, tomato and beans shine with curry or chili, delivering warm, practical flavor over the filling pap.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 374 cal $0.69