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Cooking a vegan Thanksgivingfeast is easy when you have this list of delicious vegan Thanksgiving recipes + a day by day schedule to follow! All the recipes you'll need from appetizers to dessert + tips to host a stress-free Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving will be here before you know it but there's no need to stress when you have this list of delicious vegan recipes that you can make for your Thanksgiving dinner!
Just in case you're planning ahead and Halloween hasn't even passed yet, here's my list of 51 Vegan Halloween Recipes!
We're so lucky to be vegan in this day and age, because there are delish vegan recipes for all of your favorite classic Thanksgiving recipes! We don't have to miss out on anything anymore!
There's even a bunch of options for a vegan turkey replacement. (Keep reading to find out which store-bought vegan turkey substitute I think is the best!)
Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving at your house, having a vegan Thanksgiving dinner for one at home, bringing a dish (or two) to your family gathering, or going to a vegan Thanksgiving potluck with all of your vegan friends, this list has all the BEST vegan Thanksgiving recipes for you!
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What Do Vegan People Eat on Thanksgiving?
What is a Vegan Turkey?
Which is the Best Vegan Roast?
What Can I Make For Thanksgiving Dinner Instead of Turkey?
Ultimate List of Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes
Vegan Thanksgiving Starters
Vegan Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Vegan Thanksgiving Desserts
What Do Vegan People Eat on Thanksgiving?
A traditional Thanksgiving meal consists of a turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cornbread, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, and some type of dessert.
Luckily, I've found the best vegan Thanksgiving recipes to replace all of these traditional recipes. Vegans can eat everything that I listed above because there is a compassionate veganized recipe for each traditional dish.
That means that we can also enjoy vegan turkey, vegan stuffing, vegan mashed potatoes, vegan gravy, vegan cornbread, vegan cranberry sauce, vegan green bean casserole, vegan sweet potato casserole, and vegan desserts too!
What is a Vegan Turkey?
A store-bought vegan turkey is made of soy or wheat gluten, depending on what brand you purchase. A vegan turkey doesn't look like the roasted turkey that you associate with Thanksgiving dinner because it doesn't have any bones or skin. It's usually formed into a loaf shape that you can slice and enjoy.
Which is the Best Vegan Roast?
I've tried a lot of vegan roasts over the years. We usually try a new one each Thanksgiving and then end up buying one of our favorites to serve for Christmas dinner.
Some aren't very good at all, but a few are absolutely delicious! Of all the vegan roasts that I tried, there are three that meet all my requirements.
- It's flavorful + moist
- It actually looks like a piece of turkey with stuffing
- The stuffing in the middle is tasty
- Prep work only includes baking it
- The texture is very "meat-like"
- Not too expensive
Instead of only picking my #1 favorite, I decided to share my top three favorite options in case you weren't able to find it at your local store. All three of of these roasts are delicious and make the perfect main course for your Thanksgiving dinner!
- Gardein Holiday Roast
- Trader Joe's Breaded Turkey-less Stuffed Roast
- Field Roast Celebration Roast
My only complaint was that I didn't like the gravy packets that came with any of the roasts. The flavor just wasn't there for me. So, I made my own vegan gravy to go with it and it was delicious!
What Can I Make For Thanksgiving Dinner Instead of Turkey?
If you're not into a "fake meat" vegan turkey replacement or you don't want to deal with the tofurky jokes from your non-vegan family, here are some tried and true vegan recipes that could easily be the star of your Thanksgiving dinner!
- Lentil Mushroom Loaf
- Vegan Lasagna
- Vegan Spanakopita
- Mushroom Wellington
- Chickpea & Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie
- Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Ultimate List of Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes
The following list of vegan Thanksgiving recipes has everything you could possibly need to prepare the ultimate vegan Thanksgiving dinner menu for your friends and family! I also included my personal vegan Thanksgiving menu (that I use when hosting) at the end of the post if you need some inspiration.
After you read through this list of the best vegan Thanksgiving recipes, start thinking about planning your vegan Christmas dinner menu next!
Start your vegan Thanksgiving dinner off right with delicious appetizers like spinach artichoke dip, pumpkin soup, festive salads, or a vegan charcuterie board!
Wild Rice Pomegranate Salad
This festive vegan salad is the perfect side dish to serve with your holiday meal! Loaded with arugula, nutty wild rice, roasted pecans, juicy pomegranate arils, green onions, tart dried cherries, and tangy garlic dijon dressing; this hearty gluten-free salad is a major crowd pleaser!
Pumpkin Sweet Potato Soup (Dairy-Free)
The combination of pumpkin puree, sweet potato, red lentils, fresh ginger, and coconut milk is incredibly delicious and festive! This recipe is free of dairy and gluten and it's ready to eat in about one hour!
Smoky Acorn Squash Hummus
This oil-free roasted acorn squash hummus is creamy, sweet, and smoky! It's a delicious Fall-inspired snack or starter.
Easy Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
This is the best vegan spinach and artichoke dip ever! It's loaded with spinach, artichoke hearts, lots of garlic, and a creamy cashew sauce.
Vegan Carrot Ginger Sweet Potato Soup
Fresh carrots, ginger, sweet potatoes, and coconut milk come together to create a rich and creamy soup that's bursting with flavor! This vegan carrot ginger soup is so vibrant that it looks like liquid gold!
Photo Credit:www.tastyeverafter.com
Mediterranean Farro Salad Recipe With Champagne Vinaigrette
ThisMediterranean Farro Saladrecipe is a healthy side dish or vegan entrée using artichoke hearts, sun dried tomatoes, and kalamata olives in a homemade champagne vinaigrette. Easy to make and ready to eat in 30 minutes!
Photo Credit:www.asaucykitchen.com
