Practical Tips for a Vegetarian Menu

Fruits, vegetables, and greens are essential elements for healthy eating and allow for diverse healthy, tasty, original, and easy culinary proposals. Vegetarian cuisine is not limited to classic salads or the traditional idea of losing weight. There are many recipes to bring to the table an exquisite, surprising, and balanced menu that does not include ingredients like meat and fish. Whole grains, legumes, nuts, or less known foods like tofu, seaweed, soy and its derivatives, or seitan (wheat gluten) have expanded the possibilities of vegetarian cooking, offering new textures and flavors in healthy dishes. On the other hand, fruits and vegetables are essential for nutrition. They provide vitamins, minerals, and are an excellent source of natural fiber, which is basic for the proper functioning of our bodies. Their culinary possibilities are vast, and their characteristics: flavor, texture, and even their striking colors allow for absolute creativity when presenting dishes that are appealing both to the palate and the eye. Cooking Recipes Take note of these cooking recipes to achieve a balanced and delicious vegetarian menu for the whole family. (click on the recipe title for more details) Greek Lemon Soup (Avgolemono) This lemon soup, known as Avgolémono, includes rice and shredded chicken and has a delicious creamy texture! Avgolémono is the Greek name for the mixture of egg with lemon used in Mediterranean sauces and soups. Stuffed Mushrooms with Roquefort Cheese A snack of mushrooms stuffed with Roquefort cheese, breadcrumbs, and parsley. It's delicious and very easy to prepare. Portobello Mushroom Lasagna A rich lasagna with portobello mushrooms instead of traditional ground meat and plenty of parmesan cheese. Caprese Salad Salad of tomatoes and mozzarella cheese with basil. Delicious and fresh. Chocolate Cake without Milk and Eggs This cake recipe contains neither milk nor eggs. It's ideal for someone vegan or with allergies to dairy and/or eggs. Fig and Cheese Bruschetta An ultra-simple snack to prepare but with delicious flavor. Figs and gorgonzola cheese are an ideal combination. Mushrooms with Thyme These mushrooms with thyme are very tasty to accompany a grilled meat.   To discover more vegetarian recipes, click here.