Vegetarian Easter recipes

Combine two winning dishes in this picnic-friendly vegetarian recipe of eggs coated in spiced, herbed chickpeas

Lemon drizzle meets almondy simnel cake in this Easter traybake. It's a fruity treat that you can slice and serve with ease when entertaining

Bake a simple and stunning carrot cake with cream cheese frosting for an afternoon tea or mid-morning treat. It tastes even better a day or two later

A zesty twist on an Easter favourite, serve with creamy lemon curd and watch these tasty hot cross buns disappear

Bake this classic Easter simnel cake. Top with 11 balls of marzipan – said to represent 11 of Jesus’s disciples, leaving off Judas – or with spring flowers

A deluxe homemade treat for Easter. This DIY egg is as impressive as any you can buy

Make the most of budget-friendly carrots with this colourful veggie tart, topped with lemon rind curls and homemade carrot-top pesto

Take a classic Easter treat to another level and bake our chocolate hot cross buns. Split the dough to make dark chocolate orange and white chocolate cherry buns

Cook baby spinach with the rice to bring out the colour in this vegetarian side dish - perfect as part of a Greek Easter lunch

Enjoy the contrasting flavours and textures of this vegetarian rice salad with nuts, feta cheese and sweet dressing

This salad combines sweet carrots with the liquorice bite of a slightly acidic dressing and creamy blue cheese - a simple lunch or side dish

The traditional Easter bread gets a savoury spin with cheddar and Parmesan. Serve warm with homemade soup

A stunning centrepiece that is simple to make and sure to tempt vegetarians and meat eaters alike

This vegetarian buffet centrepiece can be made a day ahead and served cold or reheated

These chocolate egg-filled cheesecake brownies are the ultimate indulgence. Bake this rich, squidgy chocolate traybake for an Easter sharing treat

Swap heavy mayonnaise and spuds for roasted sweet potato, salty Greek cheese, fresh herbs and pine nuts

Buttery new potatoes are a fantastic spring side to any dish, this zesty version with lemon, capers and greens offers a fresh and simple take

Sweet shallots and tangy balsamic vinegar make a perfect pairing in this delectable side dish. Crumble over a handful of soft goat's cheese and parsley to serve

Thinly slice then oven bake your spuds for an impressive side dish to serve with your Easter roast or Sunday lunch

A creamy supper dish that's cooked in one pot, and is easily made vegetarian

Feast on a punchy, superhealthy salad that's bursting with fresh herbs

This light, zesty tart is packed with asparagus, courgette, herbs and feta. Best served al fresco

Cauliflower is having a renaissance and we couldn't be happier. Roasting creates an incredible nutty flavour that works beautifully with the spices and herbs.

Dauphinoise can be a bit rich, so make it lighter by mixing stock with cream. It's just as creamy and indulgent, but a little less heavy.