Planning the menu for your wedding can be one of the most intimidating tasks out of all your preparations. Your guests’ dietary restrictions are legitimate. Their preferences are often even more apparent. Do your best to be considerate of the culinary desires and needs of all those in attendance. Come to terms with the fact that depending on the number of guests, you will not be able to cater to everyone’s favorites. The most important opinion is that of you and your groom. Give your guests room on the RSVPs and prompt them to describe any dietary restrictions of which you should be aware. Once you know which types of dietary restrictions you must account for, look below for some ideas of how to appeal to each of your guests.
Vegetarian Wedding Menu Options
Vegetarians avoid meats including beef, poultry, pork, and fish.
Appetizers:
-sliced vegetables
-pickles
-trail mix of nuts, seeds, and dried fruit
Entrees:
-pasta (mac and cheese, lasagna, spaghetti)
-pizza
-bean burritos
Sides:
-roasted vegetables
-baked potatoes
-rolls
Desserts:
-cookies
-cheesecake
-doughnuts
Vegan Wedding Menu Options
Vegans largely follow the same guidelines as vegetarians, but also abstain from any and all animal products including dairy products, honey, and eggs.
Appetizers:
-crackers
-popcorn
-guacamole
Entrees:
-lentil soup
-salad bar
-tofu gumbo
Sides:
-three bean casserole
-rice pilaf
-grilled squash
Desserts:
-frozen fruit
-rice cakes
-banana muffins
Gluten-Free Wedding Menu Options
Individuals who live a gluten-free lifestyle avoid products which contain gluten, such as most wheats, barleys, and ryes.
Appetizers:
-meat and cheese roll-ups
-hummus and vegetables
-shrimp
Entrees:
-roast beef
-grilled salmon
-baked chicken
Sides:
-potato salad
-quinoa
-mashed potatoes
Desserts:
-sautéed apples
-yogurt
-fruit salad
Nut-Free Wedding Menu Options
Nut allergies are extremely common and affected individuals cannot consume almonds, cashews, chestnuts, hazelnuts, peanuts, pecans, walnuts, and more.
Appetizers:
-egg rolls
-meatballs
-deviled eggs
Entrees:
-chicken tenders
-stir fry
-stuffed peppers
Sides:
-french fries
-asian noodle salad
-cornbread
Desserts:
-chocolate covered banana bites
-pound cake
-coffee cake
Lactose-Free Wedding Menu Options
Lactose is a sugar found in many dairy products include milks, cheeses, creamers, ice creams, sour cream, butter and more.
Appetizers:
-salsa
-chicken wings
-kale chips
Entrees:
-sushi
-salisbury steak
-pork barbecue
Sides:
-onion rings
-breadsticks
-bean salad
Desserts:
-granola bars
-black bean brownies
-candied nuts
Unless you fall under one of these dietary categories, you do not need to feel obligated to make your wedding menu completely complementary to such restrictions. Make sure that you are aware of the degree to which guests are allergic to certain foods so that you create a safe atmosphere for all those in attendance. You no longer need to stress about your wedding menu! Providing options for various dietary restrictions can be easy and delicious!
