What to eat in Iceland: Try these vegetarian dishes
While it's true that Iceland's local cuisine is massively non-vegetarian, there are a handful of vegetarian and vegan foods that you can still relish. So calling all those traveling to "The land of fire and ice," if you are on the lookout for some plant-based offerings, this list is just for you. Include these delicious Icelandic vegetarian offerings on your "must-eat" list.
Ponnukokur
Ponnukokur are Icelandic pancakes that are a mass favorite as locals prefer it as the perfect breakfast dish. They are quite similar to crepes and can be relished with a filling of jams, whipped cream, or fruits. Also, these pancakes are thinner than their counterparts in other countries but are filling and nutritious. You can easily find it in any restaurant, big or small.
Hafragrautur
Another typical breakfast food for locals, hafragrautur is an oatmeal dish that is a combination of milk, water, and oats. It is usually topped with raisins, melon seeds, and brown sugar, which makes it healthy, filling, comforting, and delicious, to say the least. Sometimes, even freshly grated nutmeg and butter are added to garnish the oatmeal.
Cinnamon buns
From restaurants to streetside stalls, cinnamon buns are available in every nook and cranny in Iceland owing to their popularity. Made with cinnamon dough, the buns are added to a preheated oven and baked at 180 degrees Celsius for close to 15 minutes. They are then taken out, cooled down, and layered with a delicious glaze. Do try!
Laufabraud
Laufabraud is a crispy flatbread that is a staple for many locals here. It is thin and is made using whole milk, flour, unsalted butter, baking powder, and kosher salt. One of the most traditional offerings in the country, this dish can be best enjoyed with white sauce, pickled red cabbage, green peas, and potatoes.
