The Tastiest Dishes That Are Unintentionally Vegan
Yes, we’ll pay extra for guac on our burritos! Guacamole is a Mexican appetizer that’s become famous worldwide. The beloved green dip is a smooth and creamy blend of smashed avocados, fresh lime juice, garlic, tomatoes, and spices.
Yemista is Greek for “stuffed” which describes the very essence of this dish. Yemista is a vegetable stuffed with rice, nuts, herbs, and additional vegetables that is baked in the oven. Typically, this vegan Greek delight is served in the summer using fresh tomatoes, peppers, and veggies that are in season.
Muhammara is a nutrition-packed dip with origins from the Syrian city of Aleppo. The crimson dip is made with roasted red peppers, olive oil, and ground walnuts. The peppers give the dish a slightly sweet and smoky flavor while the ground walnuts give it a pleasant texture.
Falafel are protein-packed chickpea fritter balls that are a staple in many countries, especially Egypt and Israel. The fried fritters are made with a bouquet of flavors from coriander, parsley, garlic, onion, and cumin and make the best pita sandwich fillers.
Maakouda are perfect potato fritters traditional to the Maghreb region of Africa. They’re made by boiling and mashing potatoes into patties with flour, garlic, and parsley then deep-fried to a golden brown. These divine hot potatoes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Mahjouba is one of the most popular street foods in Algeria. It’s a thick and buttery crepe-like flatbread you wouldn’t know was vegan. The flaky flatbread is made from semolina and is typically stuffed with a caramelized onion and tomato filling
This rich chickpea dip is an iconic vegan snack that has grown popular worldwide. It’s a rich and creamy dip with a base of chickpeas, tahini, and garlic that is combined with an array of ingredients for various flavors. We love it with veggies, pita, crackers, or as a spread on sandwiches.