By Cory Thompson
Plant-based menus, especially twists on classic comfort dishes, are topping Google trend charts. In Grand Junction CO and Fruita CO, chefs and home cooks are remixing traditional Colorado fare with plant-forward options—like spicy jackfruit enchiladas or meatless green chili.
As a fan of regional innovation, I’ve featured plant-based comfort recipes and hosted tasting events that support local farms and food artisans.
Regional Benefits:
- Supports sustainable agriculture and local producers
- Expands dining options for vegetarians and vegans
- Opens cuisine to tourists seeking healthy Western-flair cuisine
See featured recipes and restaurant spotlights at CoryThompsonGrandJunction.com. For home-cooking ideas from Fruita, explore CoryThompsonFruitaCO.com.
Plant-based Western comfort food shows that culinary heritage and healthy innovation can go hand in hand in Colorado.
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Cory Thompson
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