Vegetarian Jewish Recipes

Jewish cuisine includes a lot of root vegetables, dairy products, fried foods, and, for certain holidays, unleavened breads.
 

Applesauce
Sure you could just buy it at the store, but homemade applesauce is one of the all-time great treats.

Borscht
Beet borscht is a traditional cold vegetarian soup common in Russian, Ukrainian, and Jewish cooking.

Cascadilla
This dairy-based, traditional Jewish soup is light and refreshing.

Cheese Blintzes
Although I've seen menus with various kinds of fruit blintzes listed, for me cheese blintzes are the only option. The creamy cheese filling complements the warm crêpe so nicely, I can't imagine filling it with anything else.

Cheese Fritters
Eat these wonderful crunchy cheese fritters as soon as possible after they are cooked.

Israeli Couscous Salad
A mix of Israeli couscous, lentils, bell peppers, dates, and mint makes a subtle, refreshing salad.

Israeli Salad
A mixture of finely diced vegetables served with a tart dressing.

Israeli Za'atar Salad
Fresh vegetables tossed with sesame and sumac make a unique salad.

Kosher Defined
Kosher is not synonymous with vegetarian.

Matzo Balls 
Matzo balls (also spelled matzoh) are a traditional Jewish dumpling, usually made with chicken fat and served in chicken soup. This vegetarian version tastes great in vegetable soup.

Noodle Kugel
Kugel is a traditional Jewish side dish that is usually slightly sweet but is served as a side dish, rather than a dessert.

Poppyseed Cookies
Delicious, not-too-sweet cookies filled with poppyseeds.

Potato Pancakes / Latkes
Potato pancakes, or latkes, are a Jewish dish traditionally served at Hanukkah. Whether you're Jewish or not, crispy potato pancakes are delicious at breakfast and brunch.

Recipes by Cuisine

Vegetarian Hanukkah Recipes
 

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