Updated your favorite alphabet? Well, let me guess; it’s D now. What’s not to like about this half-moon shaped letter. There’s also a whole world of foods to explore. In case you are doing one of those social media challenges where you are only eating alphabet-specific foods, let me help you curate a menu for that.

Some foods that start with D are dates, dragon fruit, desert lime, dried fruit, daikon, deviled eggs, double cheeseburger, demerara sugar, deli meat, Dijon mustard, dumpling, dim sums, donuts, dashi, dough balls, dauphinoise potatoes, dried squid, dosa, dark chocolate, and Darjeeling tea.

Don’t worry, these don’t even cover half of the list I have prepared for you. We’ll do an extensive rundown of a lot of foods that start with D. This will enhance your edible pneumonic vocabulary. I am sure you’ll have a lot of fun with it.

Fruits and Vegetables That Start With D

Let’s start the list with fresh fruits and vegetables that start with D. Some fruits might be recognizable while some might be new to you. Either way, you’ll have fun.

1. Dates

Dates are tropical fruits that grow on date palm trees in the tropical areas. The date trees are indigenous to North Africa and Middle East.

These fruits grow in bunches. Fresh dates are oval, shiny and plump with a sweet flesh. They range from dark purple, bright maroon, to reddish brown in color.

Dates are very sweet and can be purchased fresh as well as dried. They have a thin skin that doesn’t need to removed and a single long pit.

They have fruity, caramel-like Taste and can be used to prepare desserts, syrups, and jams. Other than that, dates are also extremely healthy.

Dates are rich in antioxidants as well as fiber. They are also rich in vitamins and minerals like iron, potassium, copper, magnesium, and vitamin B.

They are high in natural Sugar called fructose and can be used to make date sugar; a healthier alternative to white sugar.

2. Dandelion Greens

Many don’t know it but dandelion greens are actually delicious leafy greens. Dandelions are wild plants and a lot of people think that they are weeds. But they are actually healthy greens that you can add to your salads or incorporate them in heathy dishes.

The plants have a long stem, lots of big leaves, and a multi-petaled yellow flower. Dandelion greens have an earthy and a very bitter taste.

If you don’t mind the bitter taste, then you can add them to omelets, stir-fries, and soups. You can also make dandelion tea using dandelion greens.

Dandelion greens also have numerous health benefits. They are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Some of them are vitamins A, C, E, and K, potassium, calcium, and iron. You should definitely add them to your diet. But make sure you clean them and get rid of all chemicals and pesticides.

3. Dill

Dill, also referred as dill weed, is a herb with feathery leaves. The plant also nurses a small, round fruit that is used to make the dill seed spice. The leaves of dill weed are used fresh or dried to give dishes a herby freshness.

Dill has a grassy yet citrusy and sweet flavor. The flavor can be compared with anise, celery, and parsley. That is understandable because dill belongs to the celery family. People add it to chutneys, dips, and pesto sauce. It is famous for being an ingredient in dill pickles.

Dill also has a healthy edge. It contains flavonoids that help improve one’s cardiovascular health by reducing the risk of heart attacks. It also reduces cholesterol levels.

The essential oils in dill help comfort menstrual cramps. They also improve bone health and are known to have antibacterial properties.

4. Damson

Damsons, sometimes also called damscenes, are the wilder cousins of plums. They have a deep blue to deep purple skins with a golden flesh and a single pit.

Damsons are more tart, spicier, and acidic than plums. They also have an oblong, almost oval shape. People who prefer an acidic and sour taste love damsons.

Along with being sour, damsons also have hints of sweet and bitter to it. Their taste makes them great for preserves, jams and pies. Their sourness complements the sugar content in the dishes. Damsons can also be dried to make prunes.

With vitamins A, C, and K and minerals like iron, magnesium, and calcium, damsons also rank high on the health scale. It is also rich in fiber and antioxidants. Damsons are good for your gut health and help aid digestion.

5. Dewberry

Dewberries look like a cross between blackberries and raspberries. Dewberries are also cluster/ aggregate berries. They are like raspberries in size but are deep purple in color.

Dewberries taste similar to blackberries and can be substituted for the same. They grow on the dewberry bush and ripe completely by spring.

Dewberries taste like blackberries but with a more tart and intense flavor. They are used to make pies, preserves, jams, jellies, pies, cobbles, and fruit wine.

They are also great for your health with antioxidant, vitamins, and minerals. They also help regulate blood pressure and boost immunity.

6. Durian

Another peculiar fruit that starts with D is durian. Labelled as “world’s smelliest fruit”, durian is delicious but can have an unbearable stench.

Durian has a thick and prickly skin and is big and oval in shape. It is a local of Southeast Asia including countries like China, Japan, and Thailand.

Durian can only be eaten once it’s completely ripe otherwise it is very hard and bitter. Once ripe, it has a very creamy, soft, and sweet flesh.

Some people say that it tastes like whipped cream that is mixed with caramel and garlic. But it is so smelly that it is banned on public transport. The stench is said to be like that of a dead animal.

People love to eat it nevertheless. It also has a lot of health benefits as it is enriched with fiber, vitamins C and B, calcium, and potassium.

It’s also packed with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds. It helps you boost your immunity and aid digestion. If you can get past the smell, do give this fruit a try.

7. Dragon Fruit

One exotic fruit that you might be able to recognize is dragon fruit. Dragon fruit, also referred to as pitahaya, pitaya, or strawberry pear, is an oval tropical fruit with vibrant pinkish-red skin and peculiar green scales. This appearance earns it its fiery name. When you cut the fruit, you’ll find a pink or white seeded flesh.

The juicy flesh is what we’re for. It has a mild and sweet flavor. It resembles a ripe kiwi in taste and texture. When we talk about its health benefits, dragon fruit is nothing short of a superfood.

It has a lot of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants including vitamin C, iron, and flavonoids. It also has phytonutrients, probiotics, and good fatty acids.

8. Date Plum

Date plum is a variety of plum with fancy names like Caucasian persimmon and lilac persimmon. This delicious fruit comes in two colors, beautiful golden and a rich brownish purple. The flesh of the fruit is sweet, juicy, and velvety. It is named so because it tastes like both plums and dates.

Date plums have a lot antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. They are also enriched with vitamins A, B, C, and K.

They are also high in fiber and thus aid digestion. Date plums also help regulate blood pressure level. They can be eaten fresh or can be dried. They taste best when they are allowed to ripen on the tree until tender.

9. Davidson’s Plum

Davidson’s plum is a deep purple fruit indigenous to Australia. It is also simply called Davidson. The Davidson’s plum has a soft, yellow, and intensely tart flavor.

Due to their sharply acidic flavor, they are not eaten as a fruit. Instead they are used in dishes like jams, sauces, and cakes. They are also used to flavor ice creams and yogurt.

Davidson’s plum is also healthy. This tangy plum is also a good source of potassium, vitamin E, folate (vitamin B9), zinc, magnesium and calcium.

It is also contains lutein which is a carotenoid that is known to have anti-inflammatory properties and plays an important role in eye health and wellbeing.

10. Doub Palm Fruit

Doub palm fruit goes by many names. If you don’t recognize this name, you might recognize Asian Palmyra palm, tala palm, toddy palm, wine palm or ice apple.

This sweet fruit is delicious and is native to South and Southeast Asia. The flesh of the Doub palm fruit is translucent and jelly-like.

It is very sweet and a delight to eat. It is a great fruit to beat the harsh summer heat. It also has a lot of health benefits.

It is loaded with vitamins B and C, iron, zinc, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, thiamine, and riboflavin. These vitamins and minerals make this delicious fruit even more amazing.

11. Dolichos Bean

Dolichos beans, also known as lablab and hyacinth beans, are beans that have originated in Angola. They also go by other names like Egyptian kidney bean, Indian bean, bataw and Australian pea. Dolichos beans have to be harvested when young as the mature beans can be toxic.

You can use these beans in salads or add them in stir-fries, soups, and stews. The dolichos beans are high in fiber and protein and are great for digestion and overall health.

12. Dwarf Banana

Dwarf bananas are tropical fruits that are now much loved house plants. They are named so because of their short and thick stems that can grow up to 8 to 10 feet.

The leaves can grow up to 4 feet tall and are lush and green. You can plant this tree in your garden or grow it in a container.

Dwarf bananas are rich and healthy, just like your regular bananas. They are obviously sweet and keep you full but they are also nutritious.

They are loaded with nutrients like potassium, calcium, iron, vitamins, and fiber. They are considered to be the best tasting banana variety.

13. Dangleberry

Dangleberries are delicious berries that are just blue huckleberries. These little berries grow on shrubs and can grow up to 8 mm in diameter.

They have a sweet taste and are juicy. You can eat them raw or add them to jams, jellies, pies, cakes, and other desserts.

You can use dangleberries to substitute any berry in recipes. Like other berries, dangleberries are also nutritious. They are full of nutrients including vitamins A, B, and C.

They are also high in antioxidants and fiber. They help reduce oxidative stress and due to their low sugar content, are great for type 2 diabetes.

14. Darling Plum

Darling plums are small fruits that grown on a small tree that grows up to 6 -7.5 feet tall. The plums are sweet and juicy.

The darling plum is the size of a drupe with a black to purple skin and taste comparable to that of olives, pears and mostly to black cherries.

Darling plums share health benefits to other drupes. They are rich in antioxidants like all other fruits of their family and are rich in vitamins A, C, and, K. This helps to improve your overall health and reduce oxidative stress.

15. Dracontomelon

Dracontomelon is a fruit that grows in rainforests of Vietnam, China, and Cambodia. This fruit, which is also called Pacific walnut, grows to the size of a clementine and tastes very sour.

Due to its tart taste, it is not palatable to eat. Instead it is used to make lemonade-like drink soaked with ginger and sweetened with sugar.

Dracontomelon is also used in local cuisine to add sour and tangy taste to dishes. It is often added to curries, fish stews, and other dishes that go great with rice. The dracontomelon plant is said to have antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is also used in folk medicine for treatment and healing.

16. Dabai Fruit

Dabai fruit looks like a black olive mixed with a grape and is a fruit that belongs to Borneo. The fruit has a oval shape, black skin, and yellow pulp.

If someone doesn’t know any better, they’d bite straight into the fruit. Well, if they do, they’ll be greeted with a very acidic. Thus, it is advised against to eat dabai unprepped.

What you need to do is soak dabai in hot water. This will soften the fruit and make it taste more like an avocado. Dabai are usually seasoned with salt, soy sauce, or even sugar. They make a great addition to fried rice. Just don’t eat one without soaking it. They are also a good source of calcium and magnesium.

17. Dekopon

Dekopon is a type of satsuma orange which is sweet and seedless. This large orange has a thick peel which is easily peelable.

This fruit that originated in Japan is a hybrid between Kiyomi and ponkan. Dekopons are amazingly sweet as they low in citric acid.

They taste like candy and can be eaten as they are or added to desserts. As they are part of the citrus family, they are high in vitamin C. In addition to that, they are also rich in vitamin K, potassium, protein, and fiber.

18. Duku Fruit

Duku fruit is referred to by its more popular name langsat. It is also known as lanzone, longking, and dokong in many regions.

When unripe, duku fruit has a sharply acidic and tart flavor. But ripe duku fruit has a sweet and slightly bitter and acidic flavor. Its flavor is comparable to a grapefruit and also to pomelo.

Duku fruit has a white flesh and is more flesh than juice. Its citrusy flavor makes it great fruit to eat. It also has its fair share of health benefits. It is full in vitamins A,B,C, and E (that’s almost the whole alphabet). It is also rich in fiber and minerals like calcium and iron.

19. Dodder-Laurel

Dodder-Laurel is a fruit that grows on a leaf-less parasitic vine. The fruit that grows on the vine is oval shaped and often gets camouflaged with the stem.

It usually grows in  Australia, Africa, and Indonesia. The fruits are sour and can be eaten raw. They also taste great when they are freshly pickled.

They are a good source of vitamin C, protein, and fiber. Dodder-Laurel fruit thus is great for digestive health and also helps improve urinary health.

20. Desert Lime

Desert limes, indigenous to Queensland, New South Wales, and South Australia, are small fruits that grow on shrub trees. They are also known as bush lime or wild lime.

Desert limes are very small, almost berry sized with a green appearance. They look like miniature limes. Desert limes have a citrusy and acidic taste but are milder than regular limes. They are added to jams, preserves, dressings, marinades, and chutneys.

They are also used to make teas and their peel can be candied. Being a citrus member, they are rich in vitamins C and E. They also have good levels of calcium and folate.

21. Discovery Apple

Discovery apple is one of the most favorite English early dessert apples. They have a very sweet taste and a crispy texture with a pink to red color with a yellow to green background. They can be eaten as they are or can be added to desserts and salads.

Discovery apples, like other apples, are rich in antioxidants thus helping the body to get rid of free radicals. They have vitamins C and K along with minerals like potassium and magnesium. Discovery apples are also high in fiber, which means they aid and improve digestion.

22. Dried Fruit

Dried fruits are nothing but dehydrated fruits that make for great snacks. The fruits are slices and then dried to get rid of the water content.

This shrinks them in size and the absence of water content prevents spoilage for a life time. Some of the fruits you can use are banana, apricots, pineapples, and dates.

Dried fruits become very chewy and usually taste very sweet with a slight tang sometimes. You can eat them as a snack or add them to your desserts.

As they are just dried version of normal fruits, they have the same nutrients as them. But they are higher in calories so have to keep the quantity in check.

23. Delicata Squash

This one’s easy! You might’ve seen delicata squash in a lot of fall/autumn recipes. This variety of squash belongs to Central and North America.

Delicata squash is oblong and has a light orange skin that grows darker as the squash ripens. You can also see green vertical lines over the squash.

If we talk about its taste, delicata squash has a sweet flavor. To give you a rough idea of its taste, it tastes like a sweet potato or like a cross between corn and pumpkin. It is also rich in fiber. Other than that, it contains vitamin A and C, and minerals like potassium.

24. Drumstick

It might not seem like it but drumstick is actually an edible plant. You might recognize its common name Moringa. The plant is also called horseradish tree, the ben oil tree, and the miracle tree. This plants originated in India and is currently found in India and Africa.

They taste like sweetened green beans. Drumsticks or moringa are known for their health benefits and have used for centuries for their medicinal uses.

They are rich in vitamins and folate. They also have antifungal, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition to these, they are also known to have antidepressant benefits.

25. Daikon

Daikons are actually starch-filled winter radishes that have a sweet and mildly spicy taste. They find many uses in the Japanese cuisine and hence are also called Japanese radishes.

Its flesh is crunchy and juicy making it a great addition to salads as well as other dishes like pickles and stews. You can use the daikon leaves to make recipes.

Other than being an awesome ingredient, daikon radishes are rich in vitamin C and other minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium. They are also a great tuber to eat on a diet as they are almost fat-free and very low in calories.

26. Dasheen

Dasheen is also a starchy tuber which is known by its common name, taro. It is also called coco or tannia. This starchy vegetable has a brown skin but white flesh.

It is grown in Southern India, China, and Japan. Its flesh tastes very similar to potato probably because of their starch content.

You can use taro in a number of recipes and can use it as potato substitute. They are high in fiber, vitamins C and E, and minerals like magnesium and potassium.

27. Dulse

Dulse or sea lettuce flakes is actually a type of red sea algae. It grows in the Northwest Pacific and North Atlantic Oceans.

In the ocean, you can see it grow on rocks and boulders. Dulse are dried first and then can be used as a whole or can be flakes or powdered.

They make a great additions to soups, salads, and other seafood recipes. Dulse is rich in  vitamins A, B6, and B12. It also has minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium.

28. Desert King Fig

Desert King fig is considered to be one of the best fig varieties in the Pacific Northwest and also in North and Central Australia. They grow fully by mid summer and even grow in regions with heavy rains. They have a pear-like shape, yellowish-green exterior, and a red flesh.

The flesh tastes very rich and sweet and almost tastes like strawberry jam. Their sweetness depends on their degree of ripeness. The riper the fig, the sweeter it is. Despite being this sweet, Desert King figs are low in calories. But they have a good amount of vitamin A, folate, riboflavin.

Snacks, Condiments, And Spices That Start With D

Phew! We are finally done with the fruits and vegetables section. Now it’s time to see the snacks along with condiments and spices that start with D. Let’s go!

29. Deviled Eggs

The only thing ‘deviled’ about deviled eggs is their devilishly delicious taste. You might’ve seen or prepared deviled eggs for breakfast.

Deviled eggs are hard-boiled eggs that are sliced in half. The yolks are mixed with spices and condiments like mustard, mayonnaise, and paprika. This paste is filled in the shells.

The dish is pretty simple if you ask me. You can top the deviled eggs with chives, bacon, and chilis if you want. This dish is very flavorful and you can serve it as an appetizer or a side dish at you parties or brunches. As the dish is mainly eggs, it has a good amount of protein.

30. Durum Wheat

Durum wheat is different from your regular/bread wheat. It is harder and hence its flour is used to make pasta. Thus, it is also called pasta flour. Other than flour, durum wheat is also used to make semolina, cereals, and bulgur. It is also the second most cultivated wheat variety.

Making flour from durum wheat is a thorough process and damages some of its starch content. It is rich in fiber along with minerals like zinc, magnesium, and copper. Thus, it is great for digestion and for your overall health.

31. Demerara Sugar

If you like baking or just looking at dessert recipes, you must’ve come across the name demerara sugar. Demerara sugar is actually partially refined soft brown cane sugar. This sugar is larger that your white and brown sugar.

As it is not processed, it retains the molasses content and hence the vitamins and minerals. Demerara sugar founds the most uses in baking but you can also use it to top your dishes or add it to your beverages.

32. Dukkah

Dukkah is a fragrant herb, seeds, spice, and nut blend that belongs to Egypt and the Middle East. Some of things that go in making dukkah are fennel seeds, sesame seeds, almonds, hazelnuts, cumin, coriander seeds, black pepper, sea salt, and cayenne pepper.

This nut and spice blend is served with bread dipped in olive oil. It is also paired with hummus while many people use it as a spice rub for their meat and fish for grilling. It is also sometimes used to season eggs. The blend isn’t superfine instead it is crunchy.

33. Dip

Now dip is not the name of a dish but a genre of dishes. Dips are thick pastes that accompany food. You ‘dip’ your food in the paste to enhance its flavor. Dips are of any types and go great with sandwiches, bread, tortillas, wraps, French fries, onion rings, nachos, and even with vegetables.

Some famous dips you might’ve heard of are hummus, guacamole, salsa, black bean dip, French onion dip, queso dip, sour cream, and buffalo chicken dip. These dips go great with a number of dishes and you should definitely give them a try!

34. Dolmas

Dolmas are 4stuffed grape leaves that belong to the Mediterranean cuisine. The filling is made with various ingredients including rice, zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes and meat flavored with herbs, condiments, and spices.

They can be eaten hot or cold, but the meat ones taste better when warm. This dish comes from the Ottoman empire and is still present in regions that were under the rule of the Ottoman empire.

The grapes leaves have a slight wine like taste but the filling is the actual flavor bomb of the dish. It tastes great when paired with tzatziki sauce.

35. Dahi Vada

Love street food? Then, you’ll definitely love dahi vada. Dahi vada, a popular snack and street food in South India, is made by combining a lentil fritters, creamy yogurt, and sweet, spicy chutneys. The ‘vada’ is the deep-fried dumpling/fritter and ‘dahi’ simply means yogurt.

The vada is traditionally made with urad bean. Once cooked and soaked in yogurt, the vada is served with two chutneys; a spicy green coriander chutney and sweet and tangy tamarind chutney. This dish is absolutely amazing and great for your chaat cravings.

36. Deli Meat

Deli meat also goes by the name lunch meat, cold cut, cold meat, luncheon meat, cooked meat, and sliced meat. It is a variety of pre-cooked meats that are used for sandwiches, snacks, or served on a board like charcuterie boards and antipasto.

They are processed meats and don’t have the best health benefits. Some of the popular deli meats are turkey, chicken breast, ham, roast beef, salami, pepperoni, corned beef, pastrami, and bologna. Even though processed meats are high in sodium, they have a low sugar content and are protein rich.

37. Droewors

Droewors are African sausages and this Afrikaans word translates to ‘dry sausage’. It is made with minced beef and aromatic spices like coriander, nutmeg, cloves, black pepper, black pepper, and salt. It also has some brown vinegar. Droewors are thin sausages that dry quickly, hence they don’t spoil easily.

Droewors are the second most popular American snack after biltong, that are an African delicacy similar to jerky. Other than beef, you can also use venison or pork to make droewors.

38. Domsiah Rice

Domsiah rice is a variety of Iranian rice and is sometimes referred to as Persian rice. It is a long grain rice with a black spot on one end.

A relative of the Basmati rice, Domsiah rice is cultivated in the Gilan province of Iran. This rice becomes aromatic and fluffy when cooked and pairs well with stews, curries, grilled meats, and fish.

39. Dashi

Dashi is the Japanese version of the soup stock. It is the base or backbone of many Japanese dishes. It adds a savory and umami flavor to many soups and other broth-related dishes. Basic dashi can be made by brewing kombu flakes and dried bonito flakes in a lot of water.

You can just use kombu flakes to make vegan dashi. Basic dashi just needs two ingredients in addition to water but you can add more ingredients depending on the type of dashi you want.

Some of the soups that use dashi are miso soup, clear broth soup, and noodle soup. It is also used in congee or to enhance the flavor of fish.

40. Dill Pickles

I am sure that most people have heard about dill pickles. Dill pickles are often used as a synonym for pickled cucumbers. The cucumbers are fermented in a spicy brine. The brine is made with vinegar, dill seeds, chopped dill, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, garlic, chili flakes, salt, and sugar.

The cucumber are soaked in this brine which gives them are sour and tangy taste and a crunchy texture. Dill pickles are a great addition to sandwiches, burgers and salads. You can also use green beans or carrots to make dill pickles of you’re not too fond of cucumbers.

41. Dairy Products

Dairy products are also a genre of products and not one specific item. Dairy products are milk-based or milk derived products. The milk can be from any mammal including cow, buffalo, goat, or sheep. Dairy products contain a good amount of protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Some of the popular dairy products are milk, butter, yogurt, cheese, and cream. Dairy products are used in your daily cooking for your meals and desserts.

They are used in cakes, pies, salads, dressings, dips, beverages and so many things. They are a crucial part of many cuisine and life as know it.

42. Double Cheeseburger

A double cheeseburger is an amazing burger with double beef patties and double cheese slices along with onion slices and pickle slices layered and wedges in between. These patties are places between burger buns along with some mustard and ketchup.

Many big fast food chains like McDonald’s and Burger King offer the double cheeseburger on the menu. It is not the healthiest option because of the fat and cholesterol in it but it still contains a good amount of protein. Also, it is really delicious.

43. Dijon Mustard

Whenever we see a mustard related condiment, we often see the name Dijon mustard. It is actually a prepared mustard that originated in the French city, Dijon. It is made with spicy black and brown mustard seeds and white wine. Other than that, it also has garlic, onion, egg yolks, vinegar, sugar, and salt.

You can use Dijon mustard as a condiment for your sandwiches and burgers. You can also it to your vinaigrettes, dips, and sauces. Dijon mustard has a very sharp and strong taste with spicy, savory, and tangy flavors.

44. Dragee

Dragee is a confectionary in the U.K. They are also called confetto, Jordan almonds, or sugar almonds. Dragees are sugar covered almonds that are colored in pastel colors. One popular example of chocolate filled dragees is M&M’s.

Another form of dragee is the silver sugar balls that are used to decorate cookies and cakes. As dragee mostly consist of sugar, they taste mostly of sugar. Sugar coated pills for medicinal use are also referred to as dragees.

Side Dishes That Start With D

Let’s have a quick look at the side dishes that start with D. It is only a natural progression from snacks and condiments. Here are some of the side dishes for you.

45. Dough Balls

Dough balls are baked dinner rolls that are made with small balls of dough. These are baked until fluffy and the brushed with some garlic butter.

They can be served with any meal as they pair great with eggs, stews, soups, meat dishes, and fish dishes.

46. Dabberlocks

Dabberlocks, also known as badderlocks or winged kelp, are actually an edible seaweed. This sea weed is yellowish-green color and grows in the North Atlantic ocean. It is popularly eaten in Greenland, Scotland, Iceland, and Ireland.

Dabberlocks can be eaten fresh as well as cooked. You can added it to salads, stews, or just cook it alone as a vegetable. Dabberlocks are also nutritionally dense are are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

47. Draw Soup

From the Nigerian cuisine, draw soup is more commonly known as ogbono soup. The soup is made with dry ogbonso seeds, meats, spices, and oil. Okra is also used to make the soup. The soup tastes best when served with yam or eba. The ogbono is also known as African mango or bush mango.

In addition to being delicious, draw soup is actually very healthy. It increases the amount of good cholesterol in your blood. It also aids weight loss and posesses anti-inflamation properties. Other than that, ogbono seeds are a good source of minerals like calcium, zinz, phosphorus, and iron.

48. Deep Dish Pizza

Deep dish pizza is also referred to many times Chicago style pizza. That is because it was invented in ‘The Windy City.’ Deep dish pizza has a very thick crust and is baked in a deep dish.

This makes it crispy from the outside while keeping it fluffy and moist on the inside. The dough resembles a dish with its sides raised a little.

The sauce, cheese, and toppings go in the middle. With a thick and buttery crust and a cheesy and rich topping/ filling, this pizza will definitely satiate all your pizza cravings. This pizza pie resemble more pie than pizza and we’re here for it.

49. Dosa

Dosa is a popular South Indian pancake/crepe that functions as a snack as well as a breakfast. It is made by thinly spreading a fermented rice and lentil batter on a non-stick pan. Dosa has a crispy texture and a tangy and savory taste as it is fermented.

Dosa can be filled with many savory and spicy fillings. One prominent example being savory and spicy potatoes. It is served with various chutneys like coconut and mint with a side of sambar. In addition to being delicious, it is also rich in protein and nutrients.

50. Dauphinoise Potatoes

Dauphinoise potatoes are a delicious side dish that pair well with different meats. It is also a great side dish for holiday feasts as they pair nicely with turkey and ham. The word dauphinoise comes from the French city Dauphin.

This French dish is made with thinly sliced potatoes that are layered and cooked with a sauce made of butter, cream, cheese, and a pinch of thyme, salt and pepper. The dish is creamy, buttery, and rich. It is also not a tough recipe to prepare.

Vegetarian Dishes That Start With D

Now we have come to the category for main dishes. Let’s start with vegetarian dishes first. I have four names of vegetarian dishes that start with D. Let’s see what are those.

51. Dumplings

We all know about dumplings. For those of you who are unaware, dumplings are made with thin dough outer layer with different kinds of stuffing inside. They originated in China but eventually got popular around the world with many countries now having their own version of the traditional dumpling.

The dough covering for the dumpling is made by mixing flour, water, and salt. Depending on the filling, a dumpling can