Three Vegan Dishes That Don’t Taste Like Compromise
Let’s get this out of the way: “vegan” doesn’t mean salad only.
At Passions on the Beach, it means bold. It means local. It means you, toes in the sand, fork in hand, about to discover your new favorite thing.
The Jibarito – $23.50
No bread. No problem. This fried plantain sandwich brings serious crunch and flavor. Think: arugula, grilled squash, juicy tomato, peppers, balsamic tofu, and avocado, all stacked in a golden, crisp hug of plantain. It’s got vacation vibes and street food swagger.
The Stir Fry – $28.50
Teriyaki with a kick. Stir-fried veggies. Jasmine rice that soaks it all in. And the star? Plant-based chick’n strips that taste like they shouldn't be vegan (but totally are). This one’s for the flavor chasers.
Local Stoba – $30.50
Our Aruban twist on comfort food. A rich, plant-based stew with island vegetables, sweet potato, mushroom, and herbs you can actually taste. Finished with pickled onions and spices that’ll make your grandma proud (even if she’s never set foot on Aruba).
So no, you don’t have to “make do.”
You just have to show up. Hungry. Barefoot. And maybe a little smug because you found the vegan spot on Eagle Beach.