Pasta, rice, cereals, vegetables and cheeses. But also fragrant herbs and fruits: the first vegetarians are fun and they could also conquer the omnivores. Ideal for those who don't eat meat and fish, they can also be appreciated by those who want to lighten the load of animal protein in the meal or take a break from eating meat and fish. And if it takes a bit of organization to prepare a second vegetarian dish, it's wonderful to find out that many of the first courses of our tradition are already dedicated to the vegetarian diet. Just think of the more classic spaghetti with tomato, cacio e pepe, minestrone, pasta and beans, risottos made with vegetable broth and low-fat cannelloni. Pasta with pesto is also 100% vegetarian, including its Genovese version with potatoes and green beans.
And if these are dishes we've prepared, tasted and always loved, it's time to play a little and dedicate ourselves to something new. How about a pesto of capers, a risotto with nettles and a plate of macaroni risotto with carrots and blueberries? Do not miss the fusilli with mozzarella, tomato ravioli and cannelloni filled with gorgonzola and ricotta.