As more people become aware of the health, environmental, and ethical benefits of vegetarian diets, it is likely that veggie food will continue to grow in popularity for wedding breakfasts. Health: More and more people are choosing to eat a vegetarian or vegan diet for health reasons. Vegetarian diets are low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and they can help to reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer. Environmental: The production of meat has a significant environmental impact. It requires a lot of land, water, and energy, and it produces greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. Vegetarian diets are much more sustainable than meat-based diets. Animal welfare: Many people are concerned about the welfare of animals raised for food. Vegetarian diets do not require the slaughter of animals, so they are a more humane choice. Taste: Vegetarian food can be just as delicious as meat-based food. There are many creative and flavorful vegetarian dishes available, and there is something to please everyone. Finally personal preference: Some people simply prefer the taste of vegetarian food. A lot more weddings are also becoming more eco friendly with the trend of venues that have environmentally friendly policies on site, transport to the wedding itself, flowers, recyclable invitations and even in regards to the couple themselves with eco friendly wedding dresses and lab diamond engagement rings.

Here are some ideas for vegetarian and environmentally friendly food that you can use at your wedding that will happily go down a treat to the veggies as well as non veggies:

  • Appetisers:
    • Hummus and pita bread
    • Vegetable crudités with hummus or guacamole
    • Bruschetta with roasted tomatoes and basil
    • Spinach and artichoke dip with bread or crackers
    • Vegetable spring rolls
    • Stuffed mushrooms
    • Main courses:
      • Vegetarian lasagna
      • Vegetarian chilli
      • Vegetarian curry
      • Vegetarian stir-fry
      • Vegetarian risotto
      • Vegetarian paella
      • Side dishes:
        • Roasted vegetables
  • Mashed potatoes
    • Rice
    • Pasta
    • Salad
    • Bread
    • Desserts:
      • Chocolate cake
      • Cheesecake
      • Tiramisu
      • Ice cream
      • Fruit salad
      • Brownies
These are just a few ideas to get you started. There are many other vegetarian and environmentally friendly foods that you can use at your wedding.

When choosing food for your wedding, it is important to consider the following factors:

  • The time of year: Choose foods that are in season and locally sourced. This will help to reduce the environmental impact of your wedding.
  • The dietary needs of your guests: Make sure to have a variety of vegetarian and vegan options available for your guests.
  • The taste of your guests: Choose foods that you and your guests will enjoy.
  • The budget: Vegetarian and environmentally friendly food can be just as affordable as non-vegetarian food. Do some research to find affordable options.
For all of these reasons, veggie food is a great option for wedding breakfasts. It is healthy, environmentally friendly, and delicious. With a little planning, you can easily have a vegetarian and environmentally friendly wedding that is both delicious and memorable.