Dean & Deluca Introduces New Plant-Based Dishes

The healthy new plant-based dishes, including burgers, tacos, pasta and more, have been specially created with Harvest Gourmet.

Due to shifting lifestyles, new generations as well as older adults are increasingly attracted by food that is healthy both for themselves and the planet. They are more oriented towards plant-based options, considering them a way to achieve better health. For the first time ever, global plant-based food brand HARVEST GOURMET™ and DEAN & DELUCA, an iconic gourmet food and beverage brand from New York, have held hands to craft six healthy menu options from plant-based ingredients, enhancing options for health enthusiasts and “flexitarians,” or those wishing to abstain from meat (vegetarian), to enjoy delectability of special picks by the restaurant.

The six plant-based dishes offer alternatives for health enthusiasts. Apart from containing high protein and being rich in fiber, they also promote sustainability as plant-based food requires fewer natural resources, and fewer greenhouse gas are emitted to the atmosphere. The six new dishes include:

The DEAN OMG Plant-Based Burger

Rich and juicy, the Dean OMG Plant-Based Burger tastes just like real meat. Featuring a plant-based protein patty by Harvest Gourmet that is high in protein and a great source of fiber, the natural-color patty boasts ingredients such as soy, wheat, beets and coconut oil. Teamed with caramelized onion, champignon mushroom, rocket, Emmental cheese, Parmesan cheese, and seasoned with aromatic truffle mayo, balsamic and olive oil, before completing the satisfying veg-friendly burger with buttery brioche buns. Available only at DEAN & DELUCA Central Embassy, Emquartier and The Crystal.

Zaab Chargrilled Plant-Based Salad

A light and healthy menu option with a refreshing and fiery taste featuring chargrilled plant-based meat with mixed green salad, rocket, baby spinach, roasted Japanese pumpkin, red onion, cherry tomato, red radish, boiled egg, sliced almond and topped with spicy red wine vinaigrette. Available at DEAN & DELUCA Central Embassy, Emquartier and The Crystal.

Hola Chargrilled Plant-Based Taco

This Mexican-inspired dish boasts flour tortilla tacos with filling of chargrilled plant-based, flavourful salsa, red cabbage slaw mixed with Mexican spices, and topped with fresh coriander. Eaten with creamy guacamole and sour cream. Available at DEAN & DELUCA Central Embassy, Emquartier and The Crystal.

Crispy Plant-Based Schnitzel & Fries

A comfort food classic featuring plant-based schnitzel and French fries, served alongside DEAN & DELUCA’s signature velvety smooth tartar sauce consisting of caper, red onion, gherkins, lemon juice and mayonnaise. Available at DEAN & DELUCA Central Embassy, Emquartier and The Crystal.

Plant-Based Penne Pink Bolognese

A creamy concoction of plant-based Bolognese resembling minced pork combined with al dente penne pasta. The dish is completed with crackling thin parmesan cheese crisps and fresh parsley. Available at all DEAN & DELUCA stores except Kensington Learning Space and King’s College International School.

 Kaprow Plant-Based Couscous

An easy-and-go menu choice for office workers or those who have limited time on their hands, the dish comprises chargrilled plant-based, couscous, quinoa, sautéed broccoli, sautéed shimeji mushroom and poached egg. Spice it up with spicy kaprow sauce, dried chilli and holy basil. Available only at DEAN & DELUCA Café stores including Park Ventures, Sathorn Square, All Seasons Place, FYI Center, Samyan Mitrtown Office and TMB Headquarters.