17 of the best vegetarian recipes from Simon Toohey

Going vegetarian or vegan has never been more delicious! From vibrant spinach pancakes to salads, fritters, soups and decadent desserts, Simon Toohey's nourishing, plant-forward recipes put flavour front and centre.

Roast tomato, cavolo nero and pearl barley stew Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

"Good food is nourishing for the body and the soul – fuel for the brain and love for the heart. And taste is the party in your mouth," says Simon Toohey in Freshly Picked, his series packed with nourishing, plant-strong recipes that always taste good.

Here's a curation of the latest recipes from Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey – for every meal of the day.

Spinach pancakes with blistered tomatoes

These vibrant pancakes are whizzed up easily in a blender, and served with a fresh cherry tomato, rocket and plant-based feta topping for a fantastic vegan breakfast or brunch.

Spinach pancakes with blistered tomatoes. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Smashed zucchini and smoked almonds on sourdough

From Freshly PIcked with Simon Toohey's latest season, this speedy breakfast recipe makes the most of zucchini, an often-under-utilised veggie. With garlic, lemon and smoked almonds, it’s full of flavour, too.

Smashed zucchini and smoked almonds on sourdough. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Native flavours skillet granola

Macadamias, wattleseed and lemon myrtle bring wonderful indigenous flavours to this easy granola. Serve with yoghurt dusted with kakadu plum powder for a vibrant finishing touch.

Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Grated broccoli and miso fritters

"I'm a big fan of fritters. They are a classic go-to for breakfast or brunch and I'm twisting it a little here with miso and broccoli," Toohey says of these tasty green numbers.

Grated broccoli and miso fritters. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Waste veg tomato sauce

Simon Toohey describes this as a "no waste, happy days" tomato sauce. It's a great way to use up little bits and pieces left over from other recipes, or those wilted veg in the crisper.

Waste veg tomato sauce. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Rainbow slaw

Fresh, easy and inviting, Simon Toohey's colourful salad shows that vegetables are far from boring.

Rainbow slaw. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Sri Lankan fried cabbage

"Sri Lanka is calling me when I eat this!" Toohey says. With chilli, mustard and turmeric, it's full of flavour.

Sri Lankan fried cabbage. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Heirloom tomato and roast peach salad

A summer salad with a little extra level of kick from roasting beautiful fresh peaches in a punchy sauce.

Heirloom tomato and roast peach salad. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Superfood green curry

Serve this vibrantly green coconut milk, eggplant, tofu, kale and spinach vegan curry alone or with rice or flatbreads.

Superfood green curry. Credit: Freshly Picked wth Simon Toohey

Vegetable and barley rolls

Simon Toohey says this recipe was inspired by nostalgia for the Chiko Rolls of childhood. These golden pastry parcels are a tasty, plant-based version filled with barley and mixed vegetables.

Vegetable and barley rolls. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Roast tomato, cavolo nero and pearl barley stew

Topped with a spoonful of herby, zesty green sauce, this soupy stew is vibrantly good comfort food.

Roast tomato, cavolo nero and pearl barley stew Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Garam masala carrot fritters with pickled lime sauce

These fresh, golden Indian-inspired carrot and corn fritters are great for snacking, as party food or serving for brunch.

Garam masala carrot fritters with pickled lime sauce. Credit: Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey

Australian flavours broth with noodles

This soothing dish is fantastic for when you might be feeling a little under the weather, Toohey says. It’s full of great flavours from ingredients such as lemon myrtle and pepper berries.

Australian flavours broth with noodles. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Tomato and onion jam tart

Make the most of summer tomatoes in this tart, which also features delicious caramelised onions.

Tomato and onion jam tart. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Double lemon slice

If you feel a cup of tea needs some cake or a slice or a biscuit, Simon Toohey agrees. "This is one of my favourites, a super easy double lemon slice, with both lemon and lemon myrtle."

Double lemon slice. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Sweet tahini with fresh berries, orange and vanilla

Make the most of summer fruit in this simple dish.

Sweet tahini with fresh berries, orange and vanilla. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey

Sago pudding

Simon Toohey's recipes puts a spin on classic sago pudding, topping cooked sago with a smooth, delicious coconut milk, pandan and palm sugar mixture with a hint of chilli. Garnished with chopped roast peanuts, it's fantastic dessert.

Sago pudding with coconut milk. Credit: Freshly Picked with Simon Toohey