Fried vegetable dumplings
Look for mixed punnets of suitable mushrooms – such as shiitake, enoki and shimeji. If your local grocer doesn’t sell them, use just one variety or replace with chopped mushrooms of choice.
Tomato rice with crumbed fish
This dish is made special by the rice cooked with tomato pulp and butter – it’s tangy and refreshing, and much more interesting than just plain rice.
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Stuffed herb tomatoes
These make the most delectable side dish. Lovely big beefsteak tomatoes are perfect. Try these for breakfast or alongside some lamb chops.
Chinese vegetables
Because cooking time is so short, these Chinese vegetables are crisp, colourful, and full of flavour.
Revamped vege lasagne
A revamped lasagne that's low fat and healthy.
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Baked eggplant
There are many stories about the origin of this eggplant dish. The one I prefer to believe is that the priests, in their long eggplant-purple robes, fainted with pleasure after eating these garlic and olive oil-infused baked eggplants. I can relate – this dish is definitely swoon material!
Best-ever beetroot
Versatile beetroot is a great addition to everything from salads to burgers. Beetroot has a deep, earthy flavour and adds beautiful colour to any dish. Here are some of our favourite beetroot recipes...
Eggplant burgers
‘Tis the season for eggplants! Turn them into these ideal “burgers”, which will satisfy everyone at the party this summer, not just vegetarians. These are a flavour explosion, pure and simple.
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Beetroot & lentil burgers
These are some delicious vege burgers! The patties are made with beetroot, lentils, feta and plenty of herbs and spices for a flavour punch.
Crunchy kumara & beetroot bake
A delicious medley of tray-baked vegetables made extra tasty with a scattering of breadcrumbs, anchovies and sage
Pumpkin gnocchi with broccolini and red onion
Creamy. nourishing pumpkin gnocchi with broccolini and red onion - a deliciously easy dish perfect for any night of the week!
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Pan-fried capsicum in olive oil
Antonio Crisci shares his colourful capsicum recipe. Photography by Todd Eyre.
Courgette wafers with balsamic, garlic & mint
This sublime eggplant dish shared by Antonio Crisci of Poderi Crisci is fit for an Italian banquet. Photography by Todd Eyre.
Eggplant with cherry tomatoes, black olives & capers
Antonio Crisci of Poderi Crisci shares his eggplant recipe for the perfect Italian long lunch. Photography by Todd Eyre.
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Roast potatoes
A pan of perfectly cooked roast potatoes is a cause for celebration. For super-luxurious roasties, duck fat is the key.
Coleslaw
Do not underestimate the humble coleslaw! This version is always a hit as it follows a few of the “must-do” slaw rules. Photography by Todd Eyre.
Grilled vegetables with wasabi mayo
A platter of perfectly grilled vegetables, imbued with the slight smokiness of the barbecue, can taste amazing. Photography by Todd Eyre.
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Roasted Vine tomatoes with warm puy lentils
This dish of dark puy lentils with glistening strings of roasted red tomatoes will make your summer plates picture perfect. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.
Homegrown beans with brown butter & almonds
These gently cooked beans are one of Fiona Hugue's old recipe favourites, with a little vinaigrette of slightly lemony, nut-brown butter and a sprinkle of crunchy nuts. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.
Stuffed courgette flowers with summer herbs
Pick the male courgette flowers early in the morning for this creamy stuffed courgette flower recipe. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.
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Bonfire spuds with paprika cream
These gourmet baked potatoes with extra paprika cream have a rustic charm. Photographs by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.
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Indian-spiced potato, fried egg & kasundi
An exotic yet quick midweek dinner for the family. Photography by Bauer Syndication.
Walnut and miso filled eggplant with radish salad
Nourish yourself with this wholesome and delicious walnut and miso filled eggplant with radish salad. A perfectly balanced vegetarian dish full of goodness.
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Zucchini and tofu noodles with coriander pesto
Fuel your body with wholesome zucchini and tofu noodles and coriander pesto - a delicious combination full of nourishing goodness!
Kumara and ‘chorizo’ tacos
These fresh and flavoursome tacos make the perfect have all the smoky delicious flavour of chorizo but are meat-free. Quick and easy, they make the perfect vegetarian meal.
Vietnamese coconut and turmeric pancakes
Full of authentic Vietnamese ingredients, these fresh and tasty pancakes make a satisfying vegetarian meal.
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Green goodness in a bowl
This delicious bowl of green goodness makes for a tasty, nourishing meal. Quick, easy, and full of superpower ingredients - you simply can't go wrong!
Sri Lankan potato and pea curry
Feed the family with this delicious, wholesome Sri Lankan potato and pea curry - a meat-free dish, perfect for dinner any night of the week!
Miso broth with tamari pumpkin and noodles
Warm up with this wholesome nourishing miso broth with tamari pumpkin and noodles. The perfect combination for a meat-free dinner idea.
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Roasted cauliflower and brussels sprouts
Deliciously fresh and wholesome roasted cauliflower and brussels sprouts - a healthy dinner idea that will suit the whole family.
Magical dried fruit & nut curry
The first fruit curry I tried was from one of Camellia Panjabi’s recipe books and it was a magical experience – not at all as odd as I thought it would be. This is my version and it’s a stand out if you’re looking to expand your repertoire of vegetarian meals.
Cauliflower ‘couscous’ with roasted carrot hummus
Enjoy a delicious, healthy meal tonight with this cauliflower ‘couscous’ with roasted carrot hummus - full of rich, wholesome flavour.
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Lentil sausage rolls with tomato sumac salad
Reinvent a childhood favourite with these lentil sausage rolls with tomato sumac salad - tasty, wholesome and completely meat free!
Miso vegetables with pounded rice salad
Asian inspired miso vegetables and pounded rice salad - an authentic flavour combination the whole family will love!
Vegetable bean curd rolls
These delicious vegetable bean curd rolls are so full of flavour. And they're completely meat free too!
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Eggplant parmigiana “meatball” subs
These eggplant parmigiana "meatball" subs are a delicious vegetarian alternative to traditional meatballs. Healthy, wholesome and full of flavour - even meat-lovers will be in food heaven!
Carrot and harissa falafel with tahini yoghurt
Get inventive in the kitchen tonight with these wholesome carrot and harissa falafels with a fresh and zingy tahini yoghurt - a mouthwatering flavour combination!
Green quinoa with sesame eggs
This delicious green quinoa with sesame eggs dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Full of health boosting superfoods, and fresh delicious flavours - you simply can't go wrong!
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Spinach, cheese and potato cannelloni
Feed the family with this delicious and nourishing spinach, cheese and potato cannelloni for dinner tonight - sure to become a family favourite in no time!
Chilli beans with chimichurri
Spice up dinner tonight with these delicious, nourishing chilli beans with chimichurri - a great option for a quick and tasty vegetarian meal!
Eggplant ma po tofu
Feed the family with this eggplant ma po tofu - tasty, wholesome and full of authentic Asian flavours!
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Roast vegetables with basil and feta polenta
Deliciously tender roast vegetables with a creamy basil and feta polenta. This winning combination is perfect for a healthy meat-free meal any night of the week.
Potato, capsicum and spinach frittata
This potato, capsicum and spinach frittata is done in no time - full of flavour and nourishing goodness.
Roasted beetroot and millet salad
This nourishing roasted beetroot and millet salad is the perfect balance of flavour and texture. Full of wholesome ingredients, this is one tasty dish you can feel good about eating!
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Chickpea ‘tofu’ with spiced black-eyed beans
Nourish yourself with this delicious chickpea ‘tofu’ and spiced black-eyed beans. A healthy and flavoursome vegetarian dish perfect for dinner.
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Quinoa, mozzarella and roasted pepper stuffed mushrooms
These filled and roasted mushrooms make a tasty starter or a substantial meat-free main course for vegetarians.
Baked carrots with Parmesan custard
I first ate this dish at a restaurant in Sydney and fell in love with it. I immediately set about trying to figure out the recipe when I returned home. The combination of sweet carrots, baked until they’re like candy, dipped in a silky custard made sharp with Parmesan is excruciatingly good. Quite frankly, I’m happy with this as a complete meal but you can always pair it with a decent steak if you need to beef it up. Photography by Todd Eyre
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Roasted field mushrooms
Tender, flavoursome roasted field mushrooms - reason enough to get out of bed in the morning! A delicious and nutritious way to start your day! This recipe is suitable for diabetics.
Buffalo cauliflower
These tasty little snacks make the perfect vegetarian addition to your next gathering. Rest assured no buffalo were harmed in the making of this dish. James Wirth shares his recipe from the cookbook This Could Get Messy.
Raw pad thai with kaffir lime
Enjoy this fresh and fragrant pad thai with kaffir lime. It's a healthy alternative to the high-carb classic. Amanda Brocket shares her recipe from The Raw Food Kitchen Book.
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Char-grilled corn with coriander and lime butter
Nothing tastes better than freshly char-grilled corn with lashings of butter. It's the perfect addition to your next BBQ!
Top 10 vegetarian recipes
Having a vegetarian over for dinner or fancy cleaning up your diet? Try one of our Top 10 vegetarian recipes tonight!
10 out-of-this-world ways with potato
Potatoes are a delicious, cheap and filling way to keep the family smiling at mealtimes! Here are 10 potato recipe ideas to inspire your cooking
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New Zealand Woman’s Weekly’s 10 ways with lemon
The zesty bite of lemon and their abundance this season, make it a popular ingredient for recipes. Here are ten must-try lemon recipes to add a zing to your food!
Polenta and brussels sprouts salad
This polenta and Brussels sprouts salad makes the perfect dinner meal for the whole family! Healthy, wholesome and super tasty - this dish ticks all the boxes!
New Zealand Woman’s Weekly’s top 10 pumpkin recipes
Pumpkins are in season and we’ve gathered our top 10 pumpkin recipes so you can make use of this popular and healthy vegetable. We have pumpkin pie, pumpkin soup and more!
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New Zealand Woman’s Weekly’s best dinner recipes
Wondering what's for dinner, but not feeling inspired? We've put together the best dinner recipes from New Zealand Woman's Weekly, including fast and tasty dishes ready in less than 30 minutes, plus dishes set to impress dinner guests.
Avocado toast with fennel sauerkraut
Avocado, poached eggs, sourdough, fermented white cabbage and fennel with some stuff from the garden. Darren Robertson from Three Blue Ducks shares his recipe from The Great Australian Cookbook.
Indian lentils with spinach
Indian lentils with spinach
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Mexican rice stuffed capsicums
Mexican rice stuffed capsicums
Woman’s Day recipes brought to you by FOOD TO LOVE
All your favourite Woman’s Day NZ recipes and more, now right here on FOOD TO LOVE.
Roast pumpkin with caramelised cashews
Sweet, tender chunks of honey-roasted pumpkin, served with sage butter and caramelised cashews; it may be a side, but it will steal the show. Photograph by Todd Eyre. Props and styling by Cameron Woodcock.
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Spring vegetable tart
Welcome Spring with this delicious Spring vegetable tart - full of fresh, wholesome ingredients.
Zucchini and corn fritters
These golden, crispy, crunchy zucchini and corn fritters are simply divine! Fresh, wholesome and delicious - the perfect quick meal for the busier nights. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.
Radish and carrot salad
This fresh and crunchy radish and carrot salad is the perfect addition for your next family BBQ! SO simple and easy, and SO delicious!
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Baked kale crisps with smoky paprika salt
Kale makes a great low-fat, low-cal snack. Sprinkle with whatever spices you fancy – celery salt or a mild chilli powder would both work well.
So much more than sides
Smashed potatoes, pumpkin and sage gratin, glossy green beans with toasted almonds, sweet beetroot with salty feta: a great side dish can steal the show, or transform simple meals into feasts. The recipes in this collection are more than after-thoughts – they're our favourite part of any meal.
Vegetarian noodles
Feed the family these wholesome vegetarian noodles for dinner tonight - full of authentic Asian ingredients and mouthwatering flavour!
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Roast pumpkin and spinach lasagne
Switch things up tonight with this spin on the classic - sweet and hearty roast pumpkin and spinach lasagne! Perfect for the cooler nights, and full of flavour the whole family will love!
Baked bean and ricotta-stuffed mushroom
Breakfast worth waking up for - this hearty baked bean and ricotta-stuffed mushroom is quick, easy, and so delicious. It's also a great low calorie option for those wanting to stay on track with their health goals.
Slow-cooker parmesan, spinach and bean ragu
Warm your body and soul with this hearty bean ragu. We've combined mixed beans, fresh spinach and delicious parmesan to create a slow-cooker recipe you'll want to make again and again.
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Pumpkin and corn quesadilla with fresh tomato salsa
Fresh, wholesome dinners are always the most satisfying! Just like this pumpkin and corn quesadilla dish with fresh tomato salsa - healthy, nourishing and so delicious! Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.
Curried vegetable soup
Warm, healthy and delicious- this curried vegetable soup is the perfect winter dinner for any night of the week. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.
Semi dried tomatoes
Impress your guests with these simple and delicious semi dried tomatoes! The perfect accompaniment at your next dinner party!
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Asian tofu omelette wrap
Get inventive tonight with this fresh and tasty Asian inspired tofu omelette wrap! Full of delicious authentic flavour, this dish will have you coming back for more. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.
Broccoli and walnut stuffed sweet potato
This broccoli and walnut stuffed sweet potato is not only packed with loads of delicious ingredients and textures, but it also ticks all the healthy boxes! This delicious dish has it all!
Lentil, green bean and fetta salad
This deliciously fresh and healthy lentil, green bean and fetta salad is packed with mouthwatering flavour and texture, making it the perfect dinner for any night of the week!
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Roasted capsicum and labne salad
Enjoy the freshness of this deliciously comforting vegetarian roasted capsicum and labne salad - tasty, healthy, and perfect for Spring evenings!
Salt and pepper tofu with soba noodles
Enjoy the fresh, wholesome taste of Asia with this sensational salt and pepper tofu with soba noodles dish - a quick and flavoursome dinner idea!
Polenta chips
Once polenta cools and hardens, you can make these moreish ‘chips’ from Liliana Battle's book, 'Easy Home Cooking Italian Style'. These are baked, so they’re much healthier than regular chips, and naturally gluten-free.
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Quinoa, currant and carrot pilaf
Feeling creative in the kitchen tonight? Twist up the regular rice dish with this middle eastern inspired quinoa, currant & carrot pilaf - Quick and delicious!
Cauliflower ‘fried rice’
Ditch the carbs and opt for this delicious paleo version of 'fried rice'. We've used the versatile cauliflower to create a super healthy and deliciously satisfying dish.
Potato and pumpkin gnocchi with rocket pesto
Warm up the family with this delicious potato and pumpkin gnocchi with flavoursome rocket pesto - a perfect comfort meal for the colder winter nights.
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Velvety beans with aged cheese
This recipe transforms beans from boring to beautiful and makes one of the best meat-free, comfort food dishes.
Potato bake
A classic family favourite, this hearty and creamy potato and pancetta bake is beautiful served hot straight from the oven. It makes a beautiful side dish to a big dinner spread.
Sauerkraut
Fun to make and it's so good for you!
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Quick roasted baby vegetables for kids
The traditional Sunday roast accompaniment downsized for small appetites.
Buckwheat risotto with wild mushrooms
Simple vegetarian risotto with wild mushrooms, and buckwheat that is healthy and appetising to eat
Falafel patties with spiced mayonnaise
Falafels are a great way to introduce a vegetarian meal to your kids. They are tasty and filling, and can be used to make mini burgers and wraps too.
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Very vegetarian recipes
Whether you're a vegetarian or just lightening things up a little, our fresh, colourful recipes are a delicious, nutritious introduction to meat-free meals
Low-fat and delicious
There's no cutting back on flavour with these recipes. They're so much more than simple salads, with crab spaghetti, pork rolls, zucchini fritters and scallop skewers. And if you've got a sweet tooth, we haven't forgotten you. You'll love our crumpets with berry compote and rhubarb souffle. So whether you're counting kilojoules or on a special diet, you can dig into these satisfying meals without over-indulging. With this much flavour and variety, you won't believe these recipes are low-fat.
Pickled beetroot
Instead of buying beetroot in a tin, why not pack a big jar of it yourself to keep in the fridge? This pickled beetroot recipe contains far less sugar than the processed stuff!
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Maple-roasted baby beetroots with feta, oregano and artichokes
These baby beets are tender, sweet and earthy – beautiful paired with artichokes and feta.
Carrots with sticky honey and orange glaze
A gorgeous dish celebrating the lovely combination of carrots, honey and orange.
Mixed mushrooms with egg noodles
This tasty noodle dish is full of flavour and texture with tasty mixed mushrooms and fresh greens sauteed in a fragrant Asian sauce.
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Asparagus and dijonnaise gougeres
Traditional French baked savory choux pastry is mixed with cheese, asparagus and a flavoursome dijonnaise to create the most wonderful golden, crumbly gougeres.
Asian herb salad
This delicious Asian wild rice salad is packed full of fresh veggies and tossed with a zesty, fragrant dressing, perfect for a side dish at a Summer dinner party.
Sugar snap pea and chickpea salad
A power-packed and healthy salad with gluten-free chickpeas and couscous. Serve as a complete meal or a side to any main dish.
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Stir-fried vegetables in oyster sauce
Quick and tasty, these Asian spiced vegetables are brilliant lightly tossed in the wok with a fragrant oyster sauce. Serve your stir-fried vegetables on the side of a meat dish, or with some steamed rice as a light vegetarian meal.
Lettuce soup
A simple, hearty soup for the colder months, this lettuce and potato soup elevates everyday pantry staples to a warming comfort dish.