Vegetarian cuisineOur selection of vegan dishes

Vegetarian and Breton dishes

In Brittany, vegetarian cuisine is reinvented with generous flavours and local produce. With seasonal vegetables, local cereals and mature cheeses, these vegetarian recipes celebrate Breton simplicity. Easy to prepare, rich in flavour and inspired by the Breton countryside, they invite you to savour every bite as if you were on a trip to Trégor. Between fragrant moors and salty sea spray, vegetarian Brittany can be savoured with audacity. Discover our selection of vegetarian recipes to make the most of the region.

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Seasonal vegetables

Potatoes, vegetables, buckwheat… autumn brings out the best in vegan classics such as kig ha farz with tofu or kouign patatez. These typically Breton dishes have been reinvented to suit everyone!

All Veg dishes from the Pink Granite Coast

Essential vegetarian recipes

Brittany has reinvented its culinary heritage in a vegetarian version, with dishes that are as tasty as they are authentic. Cocos de Paimpol with tomato, vegetable gratins and Kouign Patatez are just some of the classic Breton dishes. These Végé specialities prove that vegetarian cuisine can be both tasty and traditional.

FAQ: everything you need to know about vegan dishes

Visitors often ask us these questions… here are our answers to enlighten your taste buds!

Where can I find local produce for my vegetarian recipes in Brittany?

You’ll find everything you need at local markets such as those in Lannion or Tréguier, on local farms, or in organic grocery shops and producers’ shops.

Which Breton cheeses should I use to enhance my vegetarian dishes?

Choose local cheeses such as Camembert breton, Bleu de Bretagne, or fresh goat’s cheese to add creaminess and character to your gratins, tarts or salads.

What drinks go best with my meals?

A good brut cider goes perfectly with any dish! And for non-alcoholic drinks, opt for Breton apple juice or homemade lemonade (such as Breizh Lim’ or Breizh Cola).

Did you know? Buckwheat, the star of Breton pancakes, is not a cereal but a flowering plant! It first appeared in Europe in the 14th and 15th centuries.

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In conclusion

In Brittany, vegetarianism is naturally rooted in a culinary tradition where land and sea offer a wealth of ingredients. From iodised seaweed to buckwheat pancakes, each ingredient invites you to be creative. Today, these authentic flavours are being reinvented to prove that meat-free cooking can be both tasty and Breton!

Sweet or iodised

All our recipes

Made in BZH

Whatever you fancy: iodised, sweet, or both for lovers of salted butter, all our recipes from aperitif to dessert to munch on the essential delicacies of Brittany, made in BZH!