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No one wants to be a short-order cook, right? Cooking for families that require dietary restrictions can be a challenge. We want to find recipes that the entire family will love; both those who are and aren't vegetarian. That's why we've complied delicious plant-based vegetarian recipe ideas the whole family will devour.

Persian Barbari Bread

Published: September 5, 2022 Last Modified: September 28, 2022

Persian Barbari Bread

Iconic, Persian Barbari Bread is a thick and fluffy, high hydration bread made with both whole wheat and bread flour.  “Noon” (also “nan”) is the word in Farsi for bread.  This Persian bread is a relatively easy bread to make with a short list of wholesome ingredients.  Barbari is delicious for breakfast, sliced and filled…

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Filed Under: Healthy Baking, Healthy Snacks, Persian Food, Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegan, Vegetarian

Chipotle Sweet Potatoes

Published: January 22, 2021 Last Modified: January 30, 2021

Chipotle sweet potatoes are so delicious with their sweet soft centers and roasted, crisp outer edges.  We love having them in healthy grain bowls, vegan tacos, burrito bowls, and hearty salads.  Chipotle spice adds a smoky note and enhances the naturally sweet flavors of sweet potato creating a perfect combination of savory and sweet.   …

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Filed Under: Gluten Free, Healthy Appetizer Recipes, Healthy Snacks, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

Aash Reshteh | Persian Noodle Soup

Published: December 18, 2020 Last Modified: May 30, 2023

Aash Reshteh Persian Bean and Noodle Soup with Kashk or yogurt garnish and fried onion and mint topping

Aash is the word in Farsi for soup.  Reshteh is the word for noodle in Farsi.  Aasheh Reshteh is a vegetarian Persian noodle soup.  Introducing a highly nutritious, herby noodle soup, loaded with beans, fiber, and flavor.  This iconic Iranian soup is traditionally served at Persian New Year’s celebrations.  Note:  The Persian new year is…

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Filed Under: Persian Food, Super Soups, Vegetarian

Kashk Bademjan | Persian Eggplant Dip

Published: November 20, 2020 Last Modified: September 15, 2022

Persian Eggplant Dip Kashk Bademjoon Bademjan

Kashk Bademjan, or Persian Eggplant Dip as we call it in English,  is a savory, healthy appetizer. This Persian dip recipe is simple to make with nothing but eggplant, onion, garlic, kashk, mint, and a touch of turmeric. This is a classic Persian appetizer made healthier and modern!  If you have had Middle Eastern food…

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Filed Under: Healthy Appetizer Recipes, Persian Food, Popular, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

Roasted Chickpeas

Published: September 26, 2020 Last Modified: January 17, 2025

Roasted Spicy Chickpeas

Roasted chickpeas make a fantastic protein-packed snack!  They are delicious plus loaded with healthy fiber.  Vegetarians and vegans, look no further.  If you are looking for a crunchy, salty snack to hold you over to the next meal, try a batch of easy, oven-roasted chickpeas.  They are also great to sprinkle into salads and power…

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Filed Under: Healthy Appetizer Recipes, Healthy Snacks, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

Lentil and Date Rice | Adas Polo

Published: August 25, 2020 Last Modified: June 10, 2022

Persian Layered Mixed Rice with Lentils Raisins Dates and Pistachios

Adas Polo (Lentil and Date Rice) is a delicious and highly nutritious dish.  Some families cook this rice dish with ground beef layered in, however growing up my family enjoyed it without meat.  I am happy to share our family’s vegetarian Adas Polo recipe – a delicious, nourishing comfort food.  Polo is the term used…

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Filed Under: Main Courses, Persian Food, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

Kookoo Sabzi | Quiche Muffins

Published: June 16, 2020 Last Modified: January 17, 2025

KooKoo Sabzi Muffins plated with fresh herbs

Kookoo sabzi is a traditional Persian appetizer or light lunch.  Kookoo is the term used in the Persian language to describe an egg-based, quiche-type dish.  Sabzi is Farsi for fresh herbs.  My recipe today takes the essence of the traditional kookoo sabzi and converts it into a nutritious, light herb muffin!  

Filed Under: Healthy Appetizer Recipes, Lighter Lunch, Persian Food, Vegetarian

Khoresh Karafs | Persian Celery Stew

Published: May 26, 2020 Last Modified: February 17, 2025

khoresht karafs Persian celery stew with artichokes

Persian Celery Stew is a traditional Iranian dish served with rice.  It is a veggie-heavy dish loaded with celery and herbs, normally is made with beef or lamb.  In the traditional form, it takes hours to braise and simmer.  Our modern version cuts out the meat while retaining delicious flavors.  The Farsi word for celery…

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Filed Under: Main Courses, Persian Food, Vegetarian

Carrot Scones

Published: May 12, 2020 Last Modified: July 18, 2022

Homemade scones with shredded carrots and tahini are a perfect treat! These carrot scones are lower in sugar than most breakfast-baked goods and have flavors inspired by Persian cuisine.

Filed Under: Better Breakfasts, Dessert, Healthy Baking, Healthy Snacks, Vegetarian

Grilled Balsamic Cauliflower Steaks

Published: May 8, 2020 Last Modified: July 7, 2022

Balsamic Cauliflower Steaks is a fun recipe that all the vegetarians in your life will appreciate.  Even so, you don’t have to be a vegetarian to enjoy this tasty grilled veggie dish.  Filling your plate with veggies with a side of healthy carbs and protein is a solid strategy for healthy, clean eating.   This recipe…

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Filed Under: Healthy Appetizer Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

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