Any recipe ideas for lotus root (preferably meatless recipes!)?

SKK has the right idea. Lotus Root chips are great tasting. Although I might fry them in hot peanut oil instead.

I also make lotus root chips by baking them - here is one recipe http://theveganhomechef.blogspot.com/2011/04/lotus-part-i-baked-lotus-root-in-honey.html

Lotus root stir-fry http://amisvegetariandelicacies.blogspot.com/2011/12/lotus-root-stir-fry.html
Loutus salad http://foodandscent.com/2011/03/27/salad-saturday/

My absolute favorite is lotus root soup--lotus root cut in slices (round slices so it looks like Swiss cheese) in a clear broth, salted to taste.

Alternatively, lotus root can be sliced thin and simply sautéed in vegetable oil, garnished with scallions.

Or deep fried (tempura style).