Best Vegetarian Indian Food in Sydney – Northern Beaches Guide (Masala Cove Edition)

If you're looking for vegetarian Indian food in Sydney—especially around Avalon, Newport & Palm Beach—you’re in luck. Northern Beaches has become a paradise for plant-based eaters, thanks to rich Indian flavours, fresh Australian produce and a wave of modern dining culture.

And yes… vegetarian menus in India are not “alternatives”. They’re front-and-center.

🥗 Why vegetarian Indian food works so well in Australia

✔ plant-forward✔ naturally gluten-free dishes✔ balanced spices✔ filling yet light✔ vegan options available

Indian vegetarian cuisine is loaded with:

• lentils

• chickpeas

• leafy greens

• slow-cooked vegetables

This makes Indian food one of the most satisfying cuisines for vegetarian diners.

🌿 Masala Cove’s Most Loved Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes

⭐ Vegetarian Mains (most popular)

• Dal Makhani

• Palak Paneer

• Vegetable Korma

• Chilli Paneer

• Kadai Paneer

• Malai Kofta

• Aloo Baingan

These dishes come from regions known for natural farming and vegetarian culture.

🌱 Vegan Mains (fully plant-based)

• Yellow Dal

• Bhindi Do Pyaza

• Chana Masala

• Aloo Gobi

Made without butter or cream—just traditional spices, cumin, garlic and herbs.

🥑 Vegetarian starters worth trying

• Hara Bhara Kebab

• Paneer Tikka

• Kur Kuri Gobi

• Okra Fries

• Veg Manchurian

• Oceania Onion Bhaji

Perfect for sharing and date nights.

🌴 Vegetarian-friendly dining in Northern Beaches

Perfect for:✔ plant-lovers✔ dairy-free diets✔ vegan diners✔ families✔ date nights

Masala Cove is fully dine-in, takeaway and group friendly.

🌿 Must-order Vegetarian Set

Starter: Hara Bhara KebabMain: Dal Makhani + Malai KoftaSide: Garlic NaanDessert: Rasmalai

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📍 Visit Masala Cove (Avalon Beach, NSW)

📍 1/21/23 Old Barrenjoey Rd, Avalon BeachOpen lunch + dinner

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