Pure Veg Thali Ideas for Every State of India

Every Indian state has its own thali culture — each plate telling a story of regional spices, local produce, festivals, and traditions. Here are pure vegetarian thali ideas from every state, specially curated to showcase authentic flavours and regional gems.

1. Punjab Veg Thali

Dal Makhani
Paneer Butter Masala
Aloo Paratha with butter
Jeera Rice
Lassi
Pickle + Salad

Vibe: Rich, creamy, hearty.

2. Haryana Veg Thali

Bajra Roti
Mixed Dal
Ghee-laden Aloo Sabzi
Bathua Raita
Chutney
Gur (jaggery)

Vibe: Earthy, rural, wholesome.

3. Rajasthan Veg Thali

Dal Baati Churma
Gatte ki Sabzi
Ker Sangri
Bajra Roti
Kachri chutney
Boondi raita

Vibe: Royal + rustic desert flavours.

4. Gujarat Veg Thali

Undhiyu
Dal + Kadhi
Thepla
Farsan (Dhokla or Khandvi)
Rice
Shrikhand

Vibe: Sweet, tangy, and comforting.

5. Maharashtra Veg Thali

Bharli Vangi
Aamti
Bhakri
Koshimbir
Varhadi Dal
Solkadhi (veg version)

Vibe: Spicy, tangy, simple.

6. Goa Veg Thali (Saraswat Style)

Veg Ambot Tik
Khatkhate (mixed veg curry)
Varan
Rice
Kele Kaap
Tendli Bhaji

Vibe: Coconut-rich coastal flavours.

7. Karnataka Veg Thali

Sambar
Rasam
Kosambari
Vegetable Palya
Curd Rice
Ragi Mudde (optional)

Vibe: Light, balanced, comfort-heavy.

8. Andhra Veg Thali

Pappu
Aavakaya pickle
Gutti Vankaya
Ghee rice
Rasam
Curd

Vibe: Spicy, bold, flavour-packed.

9. Telangana Veg Thali

Ulava Charu
Sarva Pindi
Mirchi Kura
Rice
Perugu (curd)
Gongura chutney

Vibe: Hot, tangy, robust.

10. Tamil Nadu Veg Thali

Sambar
Poriyal
Kootu
Rasam
Curd
Appalam

Vibe: Complete South Indian satisfaction.

11. Kerala Veg Thali (Sadhya)

Avial
Olan
Thoran
Sambar
Rasam
Payasam
Banana chips

Vibe: Coconut-rich harmony.

12. Odisha Veg Thali

Dalma
Besara
Santula
Pakhala (optional)
Rice
Chhena Poda (veg dessert)

Vibe: Mild, soulful, homely.

13. West Bengal Veg Thali

Shukto
Aloo Posto
Cholar Dal
Lucchi
Begun Bhaja
Mishti Doi

Vibe: Soft, subtle, elegant flavours.

14. Bihar Veg Thali

Litti-Chokha (veg version)
Dal
Aloo Bhujia
Thekua
Rice & Ghee

Vibe: Smoky, rustic, satisfying.

15. Jharkhand Veg Thali

Chilka Roti
Bhejha
Dhuska (veg)
Aloo Chutney
Rugra/Phutka (veg seasonal)

Vibe: Tribal-style simple goodness.

16. Uttar Pradesh Veg Thali

Aloo Tamatar
Poori
Dal Tadka
Jeera Rice
Boondi Raita
Jalebi

Vibe: Pure North Indian comfort.

17. Uttarakhand Veg Thali

Kafuli
Phaanu
Jhangora ki Kheer
Mandua Ki Roti
Gahat Dal

Vibe: Mountain-fresh & rustic.

18. Himachal Pradesh Veg Thali

Siddu (veg filling)
Chana Madra
Babru
Sepu Badi
Rice

Vibe: Warm, cozy, pahadi flavours.

19. Madhya Pradesh Veg Thali

Poha (special starter)
Dal Bafla
Sabudana Khichdi
Bhutte ka Kees
Rice
Jalebi

Vibe: Comforting, balanced, homely.

20. Chhattisgarh Veg Thali

Chilla
Faraa
Baasi (rice)
Aamat
Bohar Bhaji

Vibe: Forest flavours + simple meals.

21. Sikkim Veg Thali

(Veg Adaptation)

Veg Thukpa
Gundruk Sadeko
Momo (veg)
Tingmo (steamed bread)

Vibe: Warm Himalayan simplicity.

22. Arunachal Pradesh Veg Thali

Thenthuk (veg)
Boiled vegetables with herbs
Bamboo shoot fry
Rice

Vibe: Mild, earthy, fresh.

23. Nagaland Veg Thali (Pure Veg Version)

Fermented bamboo shoot curry
Axone-flavoured veg
Rice
Pumpkin Oambal

Vibe: Tangy, smoky, very unique.

24. Manipur Veg Thali

Eromba (veg version)
Singju salad
Chak-Hao Kheer
Rice

Vibe: Spicy + refreshing + colourful.

25. Mizoram Veg Thali

Bai (veg version)
Chhum Han (steamed vegetables)
Dal
Rice

Vibe: Light, healthy, minimalistic.

26. Tripura Veg Thali

Kosoi Bwtwi (veg)
Mui Borok (veg)
Rice
Chutney

Vibe: Fresh, local, earthy.