3 Quick and Easy College Vegetarian Cooking Recipes

Being a vegetarian in college can be difficult -- you're eating away from home for the first time and it can be a challenge to find healthy and delicious recipes. That's where College Vegetarian Cooking comes in.

Authors Jill and Megan Carle have created the perfect collection of recipes for college students. Their book is separated into meals for entertaining, date-night specials and recipes that are great for dining solo -- so there's something for every occasion.

Here are three stellar recipes from their book that are as easy as they are delicious. And check out our interview with cookbook author Jill Carle -- she gives her tips on how to be a healthy vegetarian away from home.

Black Bean Tacos

This taco recipe has the great combo of black beans and corn, with a little bit of zip from the sauce.

Artichoke Dip

This thick and creamy artichoke dip is a great appetizer for casual get-togethers.

Crispy Polenta with Sautéed Vegetables

This crispy polenta recipe can be made from scratch or with pre-made, store-bought polenta.