These crowd-pleasing 14 Delightful Turkish Vegan Recipes will hit the spot whether you are looking for an easy weeknight dinner idea or you're just in the mood for something meat-free this evening.
Browse these meatless hearty, delicious, and vibrant vegan Turkish dishes from including Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Eggplant), Zeytinyagli Enginar Dolmasi - Stuffed Artichokes, and Muhammara (Red Pepper Dip).
Yaprak Sarma - Stuffed Grape Leaves
Yaprak Sarma (or Yaprak dolma - Yalanci Dolma) is an authentic vegan Turkish dish made from Grape Leaves Stuffed with aromatic rice, fresh Mediterranean herbs, and spices. It's a popular choice for special occasions and gatherings.
They are versatile and can be served as part of a mezze platter or as a main dish.
To learn more: Yaprak Sarma - Stuffed Grape Leaves
Mediterranean Green Beans - Taze Fasulye
Mediterranean Green Beans (Zeytinyagli Taze Fasulye in Turkish) is a popular vegetarian/vegan dish that is cooked quite often in most Turkish homes during the summer.
This simple yet delicious dish can be made beforehand and usually served warm or at room temperature.
All you need is green beans, ripened summer tomatoes, onions, and good-quality olive oil to cook this scrumptious summer dish.
To learn more: Mediterranean Green Beans - Taze Fasulye
Imam Bayildi - Stuffed Aubergine
Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Eggplant) is a classic Ottoman dish made with eggplants cooked in a generous amount of olive oil and then stuffed with a mixture of onions, tomatoes, and garlic.
Packed with Mediterranean flavors, this baked stuffed aubergine dish is a very easy yet extremely delicious recipe to make.
To learn more: Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Eggplant)
Vegan Lentil Balls - Mercimek Kofte
Mercimek Kofte (Turkish Vegan Lentil Meatballs) is a healthy and flavourful Turkish dish made with fine bulgur, red lentils, onions, tomato & red pepper paste, and spices.
They are usually served as an appetizer, a healthy snack, or a part of a mezze platter.
To learn more: Mercimek Kofte (Vegan Lentil Balls)
Zeytinyagli Enginar Dolmasi
Zeytinyagli Enginar Dolmasi - Stuffed Artichokes is a tasty and nutritious dish that's packed with Mediterranean flavors.
This traditional Turkish recipe features artichokes stuffed with vegetables and aromatics, and cooked in olive oil and lemon juice.
To learn more: Zeytinyagli Enginar Dolmasi - Stuffed Artichokes
Saksuka - Turkish Vegetable Meze
Saksuka (Turkish Vegetable Meze) is a very much loved vegetarian/vegan dish made of shallow-fried vegetables and a simple tomato sauce.
The star ingredient for this traditional Turkish dish is the aubergines/eggplants and the rest of the vegetables added to the dish vary from region to region.
To learn more: Saksuka (Turkish Vegetable Meze)
Turkish Borlotti Beans - Barbunya Pilaki
Barbunya Pilaki (Turkish Style Borlotti Beans) is a classic Turkish dish braised in olive oil with onions, garlic, and tomato (paste).
This delicious vegan dish is perfect to serve as a light lunch, a part of a mezze spread, or a side dish to grilled and roasted meat, fish, and vegetables.
To learn more: Barbunya (Turkish Style Borlotti Beans)
Turkish Shepherd's Salad - Coban Salatasi
Coban Salatasi (also known as Turkish Shepherd's Salad or Choban Salad) is a light, refreshing, and simple side salad made with juicy summer tomatoes, cucumbers, and green peppers.
It's easy to make and comes together in only 10 minutes, perfect for a refreshing treat.
To learn more: Coban Salatasi Recipe (Turkish Shepherd's Salad)
Zeytinyagli Kereviz Yemegi
Zeytinyağlı Kereviz Yemeği (or Braised Celeriac) is a delicious Turkish & Mediterranean dish made with celery root and carrots braised in olive oil and orange juice.
This healthy dish combines the nutty and earthy celeriac with sweet carrots and citrusy oranges.
To learn more: Zeytinyagli Kereviz Yemegi - Braised Celeriac
Spicy Turkish Bulgur Salad - Kisir
If you're looking for a delicious and flavorful salad recipe for your summer BBQ parties, look no further than the Traditional Kisir Recipe!
This spicy Turkish Bulgur Salad is the perfect dish to impress your guests and add some variety to your table.
This delicious, healthy, and filling Turkish Bulgur Salad is great to enjoy on its own as a main dish, but also perfect as a meze or side dish with any grilled meat, chicken, or fish.
To learn more: Traditional Kisir Recipe (Spicy Turkish Bulgur Salad)
Turkish Braised Leeks - Zeytinyagli Pirasa Yemegi
Zeytinyağlı Pırasa Yemeği (Turkish Braised Leeks) is a simple, unique, and delicious dish made with fresh and wholesome ingredients such as leeks, carrots, bulgur, and olive oil.
The slight sweetness of the carrots and leeks pairs perfectly with the nice tangy punch coming from lemon juice.
To learn more: Zeytinyagli Pirasa Yemegi (Turkish Braised Leeks)
Muhammara - Red Pepper Dip
Muhammara, also known as Acuka in Turkish, is a delicious Middle Eastern dip made with red pepper paste, garlic, walnuts, spices, and olive oil.
It is extremely easy to prepare and is ready in 15 minutes with minimal cleaning up!
To learn more: Muhammara (Red Pepper Dip)
Baba Ganoush Without Tahini
This Turkish-style Baba Ganoush without tahini is a smokey and flavorsome eggplant dip made with fresh Mediterranean ingredients.
Same as Cacik (Turkish Yoghurt with Cucumbers) and Easy Authentic Hummus, it is extremely easy to make and pairs perfectly with Homemade Pita Bread.
To learn more: Baba Ganoush Without Tahini
Turkish Sesame Bagels - Simit
Simit (also known as Simit Bread or Turkish Sesame Bagel), is a sesame-crusted circular bread that is usually served for breakfast.
It is often sprinkled with sesame seeds and has a slightly sweet and nutty taste.
Same as Pogaca (Turkish Cheese Buns) and Turkish Boyoz Pastry, Simit bread is one of the most popular street foods in Turkey and you can easily buy them from cafes, bakeries, or small food carts.
To learn more: Simit (Turkish Sesame Bagels)
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