Appetizers
1. Caprese Salad – Italy
Fresh mozzarella cheese, ripe tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze. A light starter that celebrates simple flavors.
2. Stuffed Avocado – Mexico
Avocado halves filled with a mixture of diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice, creating a refreshing and creamy delight.
Soups & Salads
3. Greek Salad – Greece
A refreshing combination of ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, olives, and feta cheese, dressed with olive oil and oregano for a Mediterranean taste. Greek salad is often enjoyed as a meze and is an integral part of Greek cuisine.
Share your take on this classic in the comments below!
Serving Suggestion: Serve alongside pita bread and tzatziki for a complete meal.
4. Tom Yum Soup – Thailand
A spicy and sour soup made from lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, mushrooms, and tofu, garnished with fresh cilantro for an aromatic experience.
5. Ratatouille – France
A hearty vegetable stew of eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes, seasoned with herbs de Provence, delivering a taste of the French countryside.
Main Courses
6. Cauliflower Steak – India
Thick slices of cauliflower marinated in Indian spices and grilled to perfection, served with a cilantro-mint yogurt dip.
7. Zucchini Noodles with Pesto – Italy
Spiralized zucchini tossed with homemade basil pesto, topped with grated Parmesan for a guilt-free pasta alternative.
8. Mushroom Stroganoff – Russia
Creamy mushroom sauce served over sautéed vegetables, offering a vegetarian twist to the classic dish without the carbs.
9. Eggplant Parmesan – Italy
Layers of baked eggplant slices topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, baked until golden and bubbly.
Desserts
10. Chia Seed Pudding – Brazil
A creamy mixture of chia seeds soaked in almond milk, flavored with vanilla, and topped with fresh berries for a nutritious treat.
11. Coconut Flan – Caribbean
A rich, creamy custard dessert made with coconut milk and a hint of vanilla, offering tropical sweetness with every bite.
Side Dishes
12. Sweet Potato Fries – USA
Crispy baked sweet potato fries seasoned with paprika and served with a tangy dipping sauce, perfect for any meal. Sweet potatoes are celebrated in American Southern cooking and are a healthier alternative to traditional fries.
- Full Recipe Here
- Serving Suggestion: Enjoy with a creamy dip or as a side to burgers and sandwiches.
- Let us know your favorite dipping sauce in the comments!