Dairy-Free Pav Bhaji

Indulge in the bold, street-food flavors of Dairy-Free Pav Bhaji, a healthier, plant-based twist on the classic Indian comfort dish. This recipe delivers a rich medley of tender vegetables like potatoes, cauliflower, carrots, and green peas, all mashed together and simmered in a fragrant blend of pav bhaji masala, turmeric, and red chili powder. By replacing butter with a drizzle of oil and pairing it with toasted vegan buns, this version is entirely dairy-free, yet uncompromising in taste. Perfect for 4 servings, this one-pot meal is ready in under an hour, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing party dish. Garnished with a burst of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice, this wholesome pav bhaji is as vibrant as it is satisfying. Serve it hot with golden vegan buns for the ultimate guilt-free indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium Potatoes
• 1 cup Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Green peas
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Capsicum (bell pepper)
• 2 medium Onion
• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons Pav Bhaji masala
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 to taste Salt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Oil
• 8 Vegan buns

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes and carrot into small pieces. Roughly chop the cauliflower florets.

Step 2

In a large pot of boiling water, cook the potatoes, cauliflower, carrot, and green peas until soft. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the onions and tomatoes, and dice the capsicum.

Step 4

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they become translucent.

Step 5

Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.

Step 6

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy and oil starts separating from the sides.

Step 7

Stir in the pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, and turmeric powder. Cook the spices for 2 minutes.

Step 8

Add the diced capsicum and cooked vegetables to the pan. Mix well and mash everything with a potato masher.

Step 9

Add a little water if the mixture is too thick and continue mashing until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 10

Season with salt and let the bhaji simmer for about 10 minutes on low heat for flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Squeeze in the lemon juice and mix well. Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Step 12

To toast the buns, heat a non-stick skillet on medium, brush with a little oil, and lightly toast the vegan buns until golden brown.

Step 13

Serve the hot bhaji with the toasted buns on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2373.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3032.4

Total Fat 73.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5161.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 547.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.3g	0%
Total Sugars 90.8g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 488.0mg	0%
Iron 29.6mg	0%
Potassium 6690.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.6%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 68.8%