Belize in the Veggie Magic: Best Vegetarian Dishes in Belize

Rice and Beans – This dish has rice cooked with kidney beans, coconut milk, and spices, creating a flavorful meal. It’s often served with plantains or fried vegetables.

Fried Jacks – These fried dough pieces are a breakfast dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of toppings like fresh fruit, jam, or cheese.

Salbutes – A traditional dish from Belize which has deep fried corn tortillas with vegetables, and garnished with lettuce, tomato, onions, and a flavorful salsa or hot sauce.

Vegetable Tamales – Corn dough filled with refried beans, potatoes, vegetables, and cheese, then wrapped in corn husks and steamed.

Sweet Potato Soup – Belizean sweet potato soup is a creamy, flavorful dish made with sweet potatoes, coconut milk, garlic, onions, bell peppers, and spices like cumin and ginger.