People choose to make meatless meals for a variety of reasons. For some cooks, it is a religious or moral preference. For others, it’s for health reasons.  Do you know what else? Reducing animal products in your diet is also really good for the environment.

In our Trinidad and Tobago cooking episode, Chef Greg from Land of Kush taught us how to make a vegan version of Callaloo. You can see the episode here.

You can also download a printable recipe here.

Meatless meals don’t have to be boring!

If you love exploring different cultures through food, vegetarian or vegan dishes can be a whole new adventure. There are also many different types of meatless meals.

Types of vegetarian meals, http://multimedianewsroom.us/category/food-and-culture/

Here are some amazing ideas for meatless meals from all over the world.

African Continent

• Chakchouka (also called shakshouka) is a Tunisian and Israeli dish of tomatoes, onions, pepper, spices, and eggs. It’s usually eaten for breakfast or lunch. Recipe here.
• Marrakesh Vegetable Curry is full of eight colorful veggies, plus chick peas for protein. Recipe here.
• Gomen Wat is an Ethiopian preparation for collard greens, and is a must try if you love greens. Recipe here.
• Ethiopian Beets and Potatoes is a quick, simple, colorful dish that kids will love. Recipe here.

Asian Continent

• Vegetarian meals are very common in India. Here’s a website with some amazing recipes! This Spicy Potato Curry is vegan.
• Squash and Coconut Milk Stew is a Filipino recipe that can be made with or without shrimp. Recipe here.
• Another delicious soup is this Vietnamese Style Vegetarian Curry Soup. Recipe here.
• Bibimbap is a Korean dish of rice and mixed vegetables. It can be made meatless, but includes a fried egg on top. Recipe here.

European Continent

• Hungarian Mushroom Soup can be made with vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Recipe here.
• Spanikopita is a rich, Greek, spinach pie with feta cheese. Recipe here.
• Eggplant Parmesan is a filling vegetarian dish from Italy. Try this no-fry recipe here.
• Gazpacho is a Spanish cold soup full of fresh tomatoes. Recipe here.

South American Continent

• Argentine Lentil Stew is a favorite with kids. Recipe here.
• These traditional Brazilian cheese buns are also gluten-free! Recipe here.
• Ahumaya is a creamy squash soup from Colombia. Swap chicken broth for veggie broth. Recipe here.
• Red Salad uses beets and potatoes, which are staples in Peru. Recipe here.