Romaine Lettuce - Via Veggie Vegan

Seychelles-inspired vegan tuna salad served in crisp Romaine lettuce boats with black olives, surrounded by colorful chopped vegetables, avocado, fresh herbs and a tomato slice on a turquoise plate.

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Seychelles Vegan Creole “Tuna” Salad Boats – Romaine Hearts with Avocado & Lime-Herb Dressing

Seychelles – An Island Nation with a Rich Creole Food CultureThe Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar. Its culinary traditions reflect a blend of African, French, Indian and other influences, shaped by the islands' tropical climate and close relationship with the sea. Fish, seafood, coconut, rice, vegetables, chili, lime and fragrant herbs are important ingredients in Seychellois Creole cooking. Freshly prepared dishes with citrus and aromatic seasonings are particularly well suited to the warm climate, while the country's fishing industry, especially tuna fishing and processing, plays a significant economic role. What Are Seychelles Vegan Creole “Tuna” Salad Boats?This Via Veggie Vegan creation is inspired by Seychellois tuna salads and the fresh, vibrant flavors associated with Creole island cooking. It is not presented as a traditional national recipe. Instead, conventional tuna is replaced with a plant-based tuna alternative, while the boiled egg sometimes found in tuna salads is omitted entirely. Crisp Romaine lettuce leaves become edible little boats filled with vegan tuna and black olives. Avocado, cucumber, red onion and chili add color and texture, while a dressing of fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, chives, Thai basil, coriander and a pinch of Kala Namak brings everything together. The result is a playful, completely vegan interpretation of island-inspired salad flavors.

Vegan Persian Salad-e Shirazi with finely diced tomatoes, cucumber and red onion, seasoned with lime, dried mint, garlic, harissa and sumac, served in three crisp romaine lettuce boats with black olives and three golden baked flatbread pieces.

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Persian Shirazi Salad – Salad-e Shirazi in Romaine Lettuce Boats

Iran – A Land of Poetry, History and Persian Flavours Iran, historically known as Persia, has one of the world's oldest and most fascinating culinary traditions. Persian cuisine celebrates fresh herbs, fragrant spices, seasonal vegetables and a delicate balance of sweet and sour flavors. From bustling bazaars to traditional family kitchens, food is deeply connected to hospitality, culture and centuries of history. What Is Salad-e Shirazi? Salad-e Shirazi takes its name from Shiraz, a historic city in southern Iran famous for its poetry, gardens and cultural heritage. This refreshing Persian salad traditionally combines finely diced cucumber, tomatoes and onion with dried mint and a tangy dressing made with ab-ghooreh, the juice of unripe grapes. My version uses fresh lime juice instead, with garlic, sumac and harissa for an extra kick. Served in crisp romaine lettuce boats, it becomes a colorful little dish that's naturally vegan.