Salute to you Highlands Ranch Colorado! What you have here, is one beautiful city and with a hidden gem inside. Total Vegan is a vegan Indian restaurant located in the heart of Highlands Ranch Colorado. This restaurant has a plethora of raw vegan friendly options on the menu so make sure you arrive on an empty stomach. Being that the restaurant is totally vegan (holding up to its name) you can comfortably order from the menu without worrying about missing something in the ingredients that may contaminate your meal. Another wonderful thing is that they do not use synthetic meats or imitations. That alone is a good reason to visit. Though they do have soy, nuts and gluten in some products, they are clearly marked in large print at the top of each item on the menu so you will know which items are nut fee as well as gluten free. If you have any of these allergies, there is no need to worry. Just look for the traditional GF and NF signs and you will find plenty options to choose from.
Let’s dive right into the appetizer menu
I can tell you right now, you can just eat off the appetizer menu and be full and satisfied. Just find something that meets your eye, and you’ll love it! Nibble on some Vegetable Pakora (Vegetable Fritters Battered in a Chickpea Flour Batter, with Mint & Tamarind Chutney sauce), my personal favorite. Or try the Veggie Momo (Dumplings of Himalayan Origin; Served with Sesame-Tomato Chutney sauce) which are very delicious. The Tomato Coconut Soup is also fabulous, with an order of Garlic Naan bread. If you want something light, there is the Mango-Moong Salad (Whole Green Lentils & Indian Chickpeas Tossed in Sweet Mango Flavor) that will pack your mouth with robust flavors.
Still hungry? Good, now let’s talk entrees!
The menu starts with the Create Your Own section. You can take the ingredient options and add them to your desired sauce to customize the meal to your taste buds. Ingredient options are Tofu/Mushroom/Mixed Vegetables/Aaloo (Potatoes)/Gobi (Cauliflower)/Okra/Baingan (Eggplant)/Sweet Potatoes. The sauces to pick from are Traditional Onion & Tomato Based Sauce, Onion, Tomato, & Coconut Based Sauce, Tangy & Spicy Sauce with a touch of Vinegar, Cashew-Nuts Based Creamy & Rich Sauce, Sautee with Fresh-Cut Bell Peppers & Onions and Coconut-Creamed Spinach with Herbs & Spices. A side of rice will automatically accompany your dish.
Next up are the VEGAN SPECIALTIES. This area of the menu is filled with flavor! I will say, (if you have a low tolerance for hot spice) asked if your dish can be made mild or not. One of my personal favorites is the Mushroom Biryani. It’s comprised of Medium-Spiced Rice with Bella Mushrooms & Biryani Spices. You can also get this entree with vegetables or tofu if you are not a fan of mushroom.
Restaurant Layout
Total Vegan is a restaurant where you can dine-in if you choose to do so. Total Vegan is located off of South University BLVD in Highlands Ranch Colorado. The restaurant is not that big, but it’s does have some seating next to the window where you can look out at the boulevard. It has a few booths and a section with tables and chairs. You could definitely bring the whole family in for lunch or dinner and be comfortable. Of course, if you do not want to dine-in, you can order in advance online or at the register and get it to-go. Enjoy!!
Raw Vegan Friendly