As soon as the weather starts to turn, sweet potatoes show up in everything around here. And for good reason. They're just as good plain and roasted as they are stuffed, mashed, blended into soup, or baked into decadent desserts.
From hearty dinners to sweet treats, we've rounded up all of our favorite vegetarian sweet potato recipes in one place, so you know where to look the next time a craving hits.
55+ Vegetarian Sweet Potato Recipes You'll Love All Fall
Mashed sweet potato stands in for the traditional potato topping on this vegan take on a classic comfort-food casserole, baked golden over a hearty lentil-and-veggie filling.
A whole roasted sweet potato piled high with spicy black beans and a bright cashew-lime cream — filling enough to be dinner, but simple enough for a weeknight.
Creamy coconut curry loaded with tender sweet potato and chickpeas, spooned over rice for a warming one-bowl dinner.
A playful twist on sushi night — roasted sweet potato rolled up with rice and veggies, no raw fish required.
Roasted sweet potato blends into a silky, dairy-free pasta sauce that clings to every noodle — a cozy dinner that comes together faster than it tastes.
Sweet potato noodles get tossed in a creamy vegan cheese sauce for a lighter, veggie-forward spin on mac and cheese.
Red lentils and cubed sweet potato simmer together in one pot for a thick, stick-to-your-ribs stew that's perfect for cooler September evenings.
Sweet potato and jackfruit swim in a fragrant coconut broth — a bowl of soup that eats like a full meal.
A naturally gluten-free, blended sweet potato soup that's silky, subtly sweet, and ready in well under an hour.
Butter beans add extra protein and creaminess to this hearty sweet potato stew, making it a satisfying meatless main.
Charred street corn and roasted sweet potato pack these tacos with smoky-sweet flavor and a satisfying bite.
Roasted sweet potato and black beans get piled into warm tortillas for taco night that comes together with pantry staples.
A shredded sweet potato crust swaps in for traditional pizza dough, topped just like the classic for a fun, veggie-forward twist.
Sweet potato rounds out a kale-and-caramelized-onion pizza with a subtle sweetness that balances the savory toppings.
A vegan take on baked enchiladas, with a spiced sweet potato filling rolled up and smothered in sauce.
Layers of sweet potato, black beans, and Mexican spices bake into a casserole that reheats beautifully for meal-prep lunches.
Thinly sliced sweet potato and kale bake together under a creamy, cheesy gratin topping — an easy oven dinner.
Sweet potato and pineapple bring sweetness to a fragrant Thai red curry, balanced out with plenty of heat.
Flaky hand pies stuffed with spiced sweet potato, chickpeas, and spinach — a fun handheld dinner or make-ahead lunch.
Whole roasted sweet potatoes get stuffed with a spiced chickpea chana masala filling for a dinner that's as pretty as it is filling.
A vegetarian spin on Korean bibimbap, with roasted sweet potato joining the usual rice, veggies, and fried egg.
Sweet potato and kale melt together between tortillas for a quick, cheesy weeknight quesadilla.
Black beans and a smoky harissa kick give these sweet potato quesadillas some extra depth.
A creamy, vegan corn chowder gets bulked up with sweet potato for extra body and natural sweetness.
Carrot and sweet potato blend into a velvety soup, finished with a crunchy, spiced hazelnut dukkah on top.
Millet and lentils bind these veggie burger patties together, with sweet potato adding moisture and a subtle sweetness.
Grilled sweet potato slices and summer vegetables stack up into a smoky, satisfying sandwich.
Crispy pan-fried sweet potato cakes get topped with lime and avocado for a bright, fresh take on a fritter-style dinner.
A quick stovetop skillet of sweet potato and sweetcorn — an easy side that's just as good as a light main.
Millet adds texture to these baked sweet potato falafel, a lighter twist on the classic chickpea version.
Oven-roasted until crispy at the edges and tender inside, these sweet potato wedges are the kind of side that disappears fast.
Crispy on the outside, soft in the middle — these vegan sweet potato fritters make a great appetizer or side.
Crispy sweet potato fritters get a cooling, tangy finish from a cashew lime cream drizzle.
Golden pan-fried sweet potato fritters served with an herby dipping sauce for a fun starter or side dish.
Thin-sliced sweet potato chips roast up crispy with garlic and rosemary — a healthier homemade snack.
Roasted sweet potato rounds stand in for tortilla chips on this loaded, Thai-inspired nacho platter.
Layered sweet potato slices bake into crispy-edged stacks, topped with fried sage leaves for an elegant side.
Roasted sweet potato blends into a warmly spiced, Moroccan-style hummus that's great with pita or veggies.
Roasted sweet potato gets a spicy-sweet glaze of five-spice and sriracha for a side dish with real kick.
Roasted sweet potato, pomegranate arils, and massaged kale come together in a salad that's as colorful as it is filling.
Israeli couscous, roasted Brussels sprouts, and sweet potato make a hearty grain salad perfect for a fall potluck.
Shredded zucchini and roasted sweet potato combine in a light, oil-free salad with plenty of texture.
Roasted sweet potato pairs with pan-seared tempeh for a protein-packed side or light lunch.
Flaky pastry puffs filled with a Thai-spiced sweet potato curry — a fun handheld appetizer.
Baked (not fried) sweet potato nuggets make a better-for-you nostalgic snack the whole family will go for.
Naturally sweet and gluten-free, these fluffy pancakes get their color and flavor from mashed sweet potato.
Cubed French toast bakes into individual cups, sweetened with a swirl of sweet potato and topped with crème anglaise.
A cozy breakfast bowl of roasted sweet potato topped with crunchy quinoa granola.
Quinoa and roasted sweet potato combine into a quick, protein-packed breakfast (or lunch) bowl ready in 30 minutes.
Mashed sweet potato adds moisture and a subtle sweetness to these fudgy, better-for-you brownies.
Sweet potato purée and warm spices come together in soft, chewy homemade caramels.
Roasted sweet potato rounds get a sticky, chai-spiced brown sugar glaze — dessert or a fancy side, your call.
Roasted sweet potatoes get glazed in apple cider for a sweet, fall-flavored side that borders on dessert.
Mashed sweet potatoes get an indulgent browned-butter finish, topped with a crunchy oat-pecan granola.
Sweet potato purée makes these scones extra tender, finished with a warm cardamom glaze — perfect with a cup of coffee.
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