Ceviche-Style Cucumber & Mango Bowl with Sweet Potato Wedges
Inspired by: Peruvian ceviche Mango or orange segments, cucumber, onion, cilantro, chili, and lime Served with baked sweet potato wedges
Moqueca-Inspired Squash Stew
Inspired by: Coconut fish stew Base: Pumpkin, bell pepper, zucchini, and tomato Flavor: Garlic, parsley, lime, and cilantro Option: PM only – add coconut water or meat for richness
Black Bean-Free “Feijoada” Veggie Bowl
Inspired by: Feijoada Base: Steamed purple sweet potato Topping: Sautéed lion’s mane mushrooms, roasted eggplant, carrot, and greens Garnish: Lemon, garlic, cilantro
Pozole-Inspired Veg Stew (No Hominy)
Inspired by: Pozole rojo Ingredients: Steamed zucchini, mushrooms, sweet potato, and cabbage Broth: Tomato, garlic, onion, cumin, and chili (no vinegar, no stock) Top with: Raw radish, shredded lettuce, lime
Squash Mole Bowl with Steamed Veggies
Inspired by: Mole con arroz Sauce: Pumpkin purée with cinnamon, garlic, carob, cumin, and clove Base: Steamed carrots, zucchini, and plantains Optional: A few dulse flakes for smoky depth
Sweet Potato “Tostadas” with Garlic-Cilantro Veggie Mash
Inspired by: Tostadas Base: Thin baked sweet potato rounds Topping: Mashed cauliflower, garlic, parsley, tomato, and bell pepper Finish with: Chopped cilantro + squeeze of lime
Lemon-Herb Vegetable Stew (No Grain Harira)
Inspired by: Harira Ingredients: Steamed tomato, sweet potato, onion, celery, parsley, cilantro Spices: Cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, garlic Serve: In a bowl over shredded raw beet or soft zucchini noodles
Zucchini & Carrot Hash with Roasted Garlic and Parsley
Inspired by: Thareed without bread Hash: Grated or cubed zucchini + carrots, lightly sautéed or steamed Add-ins: Steamed greens and fresh herbs Serve with: Mashed sweet potato or kabocha squash on the side
Spiced Pumpkin & Eggplant Bake with Fresh Mint & Cilantro
Inspired by: Ghormeh Sabzi and Persian-style stews Base: Layered roasted pumpkin and eggplant Flavor: Cumin, garlic, parsley, coriander, cinnamon Top with: Fresh cilantro and mint before serving
Steamed Cauliflower Mash with Sautéed Okra & Lemon
Inspired by: Egyptian ful or stew Mash: Cauliflower + garlic + lemon Topping: Lightly dry-sautéed or steamed okra, tomato, and onion with sumac