Best vegetarian dishes
Vegetarian food—as our survey proves—has never been this good and varied, belying the notion that vegetarian dishes are bland and dull.
We searched far and wide and asked recommendations from vegetarian foodies themselves. Some dishes taste almost close to the real thing, while others might take some time getting used to.
Here’s our own list of vegetarian dishes that even meat eaters can truly savor and relish. We’ve also included vegan dishes prepared in a stringent fashion (no eggs, no dairy products).
Wild Rice Vegetarian Risotto
Come-on: A mix of Canadian wild (black) rice combined with brown rice and packed with vegetables that are predominantly shiitake and button mushrooms. An array of healthy stuff makes it more attractive and flavorful: celery, asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, leeks and cashew, among others. Chef extraordinaire Jessie Sincioco says the veggies are first sautéed in olive oil before adding them to the rice and baked. And, right before serving, she adds a dollop of butter to make the dish creamier and richer. “It’s a totally different eating experience with many textures playing in the mouth,” Sincioco adds.