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Georgian Charkhlis Pkhali made with raw beetroot and walnuts, served alongside Mtsvane Lobio with green beans, red kidney beans, fresh coriander, walnut dressing and toasted bread.

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Vegan Charkhlis Pkhali – Georgian Beetroot & Walnut Pâté

Georgia – Where Europe and Asia MeetGeorgia lies in the Caucasus region, between the Black Sea and the mountains of the Greater Caucasus. Its cuisine is famous for generous hospitality, fresh herbs, walnuts, garlic, aromatic spices and a remarkable variety of vegetable and bean dishes. Traditional Georgian meals often feature several small plates shared around the table, creating a colorful combination of flavors and textures. Walnuts are especially important in Georgian cooking, appearing in sauces, spreads, vegetable dishes and fillings. Charkhlis Pkhali & Mtsvane Lobio – Two Georgian SpecialtiesCharkhlis Pkhali (ჭარხლის ფხალი) is a beetroot variation of Pkhali, a family of Georgian vegetable dishes prepared with ground walnuts, garlic, herbs and spices. Beetroot Pkhali is commonly made with cooked beetroot, but this Via Veggie Vegan version uses fresh raw beetroot for a firmer texture and particularly earthy flavor. Mtsvane Lobio (მწვანე ლობიო) means green beans and refers to Georgian preparations centered on this vegetable. My interpretation combines green beans with red kidney beans, fresh coriander and a walnut dressing enriched with pomegranate molasses and lemon juice. Served together with toasted bread, the two dishes make a satisfying plant-based meal.

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Warm Belgian-inspired Brussels sprout salad with blanched green leaves, crispy vegan ham cubes, caramelized walnuts, pomegranate seeds and two ghost-shaped pizza dough decorations.

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Belgian Brussels Sprout Salad – Warm Vegan Salad with Caramelized Walnuts & Pomegranate

Belgium – A Country of Regional Culinary Traditions Belgium is famous for much more than waffles, chocolate and fries. Its regional cuisine combines French and Flemish influences with hearty home cooking, seasonal vegetables and flavorful sauces. Brussels sprouts have a particularly strong historical association with the region around Brussels, while warm salads are a familiar part of Belgian culinary tradition. What Is Belgian Brussels Sprout Salad? This warm Brussels sprout salad is inspired by Salade Liégeoise, a traditional dish from the Liège region commonly prepared with green beans, potatoes, bacon and a tangy dressing. My Via Veggie Vegan version replaces those vegetables with tender Brussels sprout leaves, uses vegan ham instead of bacon and adds caramelized walnuts, pomegranate seeds and two edible pizza dough ghosts. It is a creative Belgian-inspired variation rather than a traditional Salade Liégeoise.

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