Vegetarian Dishes

October is Vegetarian Awareness Month—a perfect time for restaurants across the country to show off their vegetarian options. These menus have a head start.

Green Zebra
Chicago, IL
Thai Spiced Carrot Soup and Crispy Rice Noodles; $8

Blossom
New York, NY
Seitan Scaloppini (seitan cutlets in a white wine, lemon and caper sauce) served with Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Kale; $21

Vegetate
Washington, DC
Fried Okra & Green Tomatoes with Beet Infused Yogurt; $6

Sage’s Café
Salt Lake City, UT
Raw Style Smoothies: Berry Zip: Apple Juice, Blackberry, Blueberry, Raspberries, Fresh Squeezed Lemon and Banana; $6.50

Soul Veg
Atlanta, GA
BBQ Tofu served with Vegan Macaroni and Cheese and Collard Greens; $13.95

Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant
Boulder, CO
Vegan Carrot Cake with Soy Cream Icing; $6

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