These stunning vegetarian dishes might have you re-thinking eating meat

If you've ever thought vegetarians eat nothing but salad, think again. 

From hot dogs to BLT sandwiches, vegetarians have created meatless alternatives to popular foods. And they might even be more tasty than the originals. 

So whether you're a long time vegetarian or just thinking about changing your diet, Instagram is a great place to get food inspiration.

In honor of Vegetarian Awareness Month, Instagram is currently featuring photography from some of the top vegetarian foodies. We've picked a few of our favorites. 

Check out 21 delicious and meat free dishes courtesy of Instagram.