10 Vegetarian And Meat-free Dishes To Try Out At Home This Vesak Day

Whether you are celebrating Vesak Day or just wanting to eat heathily – here are some of our favourite meat-free recipes that the whole family will love.

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It's Vesak Day on May 18 and traditonally it's a day celebrated by Buddhists all over the world on the birth, enlightenment and death of Buddha. As part of doing good deeds that day, going vegetarian is an important way to commemorate the occasion. Whether you are celebrating Vesak Day or just wanting to eat heathily – here are some of our favourite meat-free recipes that the whole family will love.

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1. Potato and Egg Rendang

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A vegetarian version, this light rendang dish is no less moriesh. Serve it on meatless Mondays, or save it for a healthy weekend brunch. It's also kid-friendly!

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2. Avocado, Mango & Macadamia Salad

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Sweet, juicy mangoes and creamy avocado go impeccably with crunchy macadamia and sliced red onions. A wonderful salad to enjoy during festive seasons.

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3. Miso Udon Soup

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Ready in minutes, this Japanese classic miso udon soup is nourishing, comforting and so easy to make!

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4. Mixed Vegetable Crumble

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Tender, steamed brussels sprouts, baby carrots and zucchinis with a golden, toasted spiced crumble scattered over it. A great and fast healthy dish!

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5. Vegetarian Burger

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With its flavourful patty of peas and beans, sweet roasted pumpkin and melted haloumi, this vegetarian burger makes a hearty, nutritious meal.

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6. Vegetable & Lentil Soup

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Great for brunch or as an appetiser for dinner, this hearty soup has a natural sweetness from carrots, sweet potatoes and tomatoes, so it's suitable for diabetics.

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7 Adzuki And Mung Beans Salad

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This versatile salad is packed with fibre and nutrients from the beans, and takes only minutes to prepare.

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8. Pasta With Spinach, Mushrooms And Almonds

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This delectable vegetarian pasta is packed with mushrooms, pecorino and crunchy almonds. Delish! It's also good for diabetics.

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9. Vegetarian ‘Pomfret’

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This unique and interesting dish is actor Nick Shen's vegetarian take on his grandma's classic Teochew dish.

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10. Coconut And Strawberry Rice Pudding

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Bright, refreshing and hearty, this simple coconut & strawberry rice pudding makes for one of the best comfort food desserts!

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