Soups made from a variety of vegetables and whole grains like barley and wild rice can make a great light lunch or dinner. A traditional mushroom barley, Minestrone or French onion can be comforting on a cold day, served with a green salad and fresh bread.

Make some vegetarian chili -- just remember, out with the meat and in with the spice! Or you can try sneaking in some of those meat substitutes, like veggie bacon or Italian sausage. Another great trick is to get an aluminum roasting pan and simmer your soup on the barbecue with the lid on to add a nice, smoky flavor.

These are just a few suggestions that will make your meat-eaters smack their lips with delight. Use your imagination and your spice rack to get your carnivore's taste buds excited about veggies!