Vegan Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (2024)

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Vegan Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (1)

It’s here! Thanksgiving week has arrived and I’m so excited to share my round-up of recipes to make your day delicious.

I cover all the bases: Appetizers + Snacks, Sides, Mains, Desserts, and Drinks. If you’d like some breakfast inspiration, check out last year’s guide or our Breakfast section on the blog. Let’s dig in!

Appetizers & Snacks //

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1. Roasted Beet Hummus // 2. Spicy Vegan Cheese Ball // 3. // 4. Chickpea Shawarma Dip // 5. Kale + White Bean Artichoke Dip // 6. Smoky Harissa Eggplant Dip // 7. Butternut Squash Hummus // 8. Mediterranean Lentil Dip // 9. // 10. Moroccan Spiced Nuts(Cookbook recipe!)

Sides //

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1. // 2.Pear Salad with Dried Cherries and Candied Walnuts// 3. Curried Beet Soup with Tandoori Chickpeas// 4. // 5. Vegan Green Bean Casserole// 6. (Cookbook recipe!) // 7. Best Damn Vegan Biscuits // 8. Parmesan Green Beans (Cookbook recipe!) // 9. Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Sriracha Aioli // 10. (Cookbook recipe!) // 11. (Cookbook recipe!) // 12. Warm Butternut Squash + Pecan Salad // 13. // 14. Best Vegan Gluten Free Cornbread // 15. (Cookbook recipe!) // 16. Easy Garlic + Herb Flatbread // 17. Vegan ZucchiniGratin // 18. Best Damn Vegan Mashed Potatoes // 19. Pesto Pasta Salad // 20. Fluffy Vegan Dinner Rolls // 21. Fall Slaw // 22. // 23. White Bean Kale Salad with Tahini Dressing// 24. Garlicky Kale Salad with Crispy Chickpeas // 25. // 26. Curried Butternut Squash Soup // 27. Simple Pumpkin Soup // 28. // 29. // 30. Vegan Scalloped Potatoes (Cookbook recipe!) // 31. // 32. Simple Vegan Stuffing with Lentils // 33. Delicata Squash Bake // 34. Pumpkin Sage Biscuits

Mains //

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1.Sweet Potato Lasagna // 2. Butternut Squash Veggie Pizza // 3. Easy Lentil Meatballs // 4. Chickpea Fesenjan (Cookbook recipe!) // 5. Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes // 6. Vegan Thanksgiving Wraps // 7. 1-Pot Red Lentil Chili // 8. Creamy Mushroom + Asparagus Pasta // 9. Thyme + White Bean Pot Pie // 10. Sweet Potato Sage Ravioli(Cookbook recipe!)// 11. Vegan Shepherd’s Pie // 12. 1-Hour Vegan Pot Pies // 13. 8-Ingredient Zucchini Lasagna // 14. Creamy Fall Soup in Acorn Squash Bowls

Dessert //

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1. Vegan Banana Cream Pie // 2. Vegan Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie // 3. Apple GingerbreadCake // 4. 1-Bowl Vegan Gluten Free Pumpkin Cake // 5. Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake // 6. Easy Baked Vegan Cheesecake // 7. Vegan Pumpkin Sugar Cookies // 8. Best Vegan Apple Crisp // 9. Mini Vegan Pumpkin Pies // 10. Vegan Pumpkin Pie Parfaits // 11. Apple Pie Crumble Bars // 12. Tahini Bombs // 13. Blender Sweet Potato Pie (Cookbook recipe!) // 14. Pumpkin Spiced Apple Pie // 15. Vegan Pumpkin Pie Bars // 16. Vegan Pumpkin Roll (GF) // 17. Vegan Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream // 18. 2-Ingredient Dark ChocolateTruffles

Drinks //

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1. Vegan Chai Lattes // 2. Vegan Pumpkin Chai Lattes (Cookbook recipe!) // 3. Spicy DIYApple Cider (from scratch) (Cookbook recipe!) // 4. St. Germain Pomegranate Spritzers // 5. Easy Traditional Red Sangria // 6. Winter Bourbon Smash // 7. Apple Cider Rooibos Hot Toddy

That does it! We hope you guys have adelicious spread on your table this Thanksgiving and are surrounded by people you love. We’re so grateful for you guys and all of your encouragement and support. We couldn’t do this thing without you.

Hope you havea great holiday week, friends. Cheers!

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  1. LachLannae says

    Just another vote to please make the pic’s ckickable, or at least labeled, or do pic then link, something.

    Love the recipes and appreciate the round up! Have you ever thought of doing a holiday meal plan round-up? I mean, something so that you can reuse the same ingredients across dishes or like the online book with like a “buy these groceries and you can make all the things!” Also would be really helpful.

    P.S. bought your book and loved it!!!

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    • Vegan Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (12)Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      Great suggestions! Will consider those for next year!

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  2. Ellie says

    Thank you for all the holiday gatherings cooking suggestions ! Love this post!

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  3. Barbara McBlain says

    Thank you! Will you be coming out with a new cookbook soon? I have your Everyday Cooking but it doesn’t have the Vegan Pumpkin Pie Bars or the Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes in it. I would love another cookbook from you. Thanks again!

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    • Vegan Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (13)Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      Thanks Barbara! We do plan to work on another, yes!

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  4. Susi Pentico says

    Would love to get recipe of that Beet Humus Recipe. WE have allergies and beets is something a family member can eat. Blessed Thanksgiving. Love all your information. Recipes are as bad as Genealogy for me.

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  5. Ben Swan says

    I love and appreciate your work. Your recipes are easy, fun to do and best of all the end product is delicious. Thanks for making a vegan lifestyle so easy and fun.

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  6. Alice says

    Thank you Dana and John!
    What a wonderful roundup of recipes.
    Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy your day together.

    P.S. When we finally get our kitchen in the house we are living in and totally remodeling together, my husband and I will be able to make more of your recipes together. :)

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  7. Ruth Morrison says

    Thank you for this amazing selection, it all looks delicious.

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  8. sarah says

    What a help this has been! I have been searching for some great vegan side dishes to bring to Thanksgiving. Thanks for the carefully curated list!

    XOXO – Sarah

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  9. Julia says

    Holy Moly!! This is totally amazing. You have really provided such a wonderful selection here. I can hardly wait to try them all. Thank you so much.

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  10. Jessica Gavin says

    That is a serious list! Now to make some hard decisions… :)

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  11. Lisa says

    Thank you for posting all of this! My thanksgiving consists mainly of your recipes. Can’t wait to eat tomorrow. Have a good one!

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  12. Lyla says

    Thank you do much for this list! I’m cooking 7 dishes today-all from your blog and cookbook! Looking at this list I’m wondering if I don’t have time for a couple more. Everything is always delicious, so I know whatever I make it will be a hit. Happy Thanksgiving!

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    • Vegan Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (14)Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      So great! Thanks Lyla! xoxo

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  13. Sara @ Last Night's Feast says

    Thank you for sharing!

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  14. Ashlyn says

    This roundup is absolutely fabulous!!! Thank you so much for sharing Dana!

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  15. Shaz says

    Thanks for this! I wish the pictures were clickable links because it gets tough to remember all the numbers..

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    • Vegan Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (15)Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      thanks for the feedback. next time!

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    • j says

      Ditto!! (or at least have the pix labeled — even if just while hovering with the mouse — so it’s easier to know when looking at them what they are.) Keep up the great work and happy Thanksgiving!

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    • Dawn says

      I read your comment quickly and thought that it said “lickable” at first! LOL

      Reply

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What is a good substitute for turkey meat? ›

10 Main Course Alternatives to Turkey for Christmas
  • Duck. Another festive bird that offers flavorsome fat is duck. ...
  • Chicken. While chicken might not be the fanciest bird around, it can be a real crowd-pleaser and simple to prepare in a pinch. ...
  • Beef. ...
  • Venison. ...
  • Fish. ...
  • Pork. ...
  • Ham.
Dec 16, 2020

What can replace turkey on Thanksgiving? ›

So go ahead and shake things up this Thanksgiving with one of these flavorful alternatives to cooking up a whole bird this year, like mushroom, Gruyère, & spinach-stuffed pork tenderloin, vegan mushroom pot pie, or a juicy prime rib.

What meat is healthier than turkey? ›

Beef has more iron, zinc, and vitamin B12, which are nutrients that promote healthy blood, immunity, and nervous system health, than turkey.

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Chicken tends to be one of the more economical meat options per pound, often being less expensive than turkey or pork. It's a versatile protein source and widely available at various price points, making it a budget-friendly choice for family meals.

What is the healthiest meat for Thanksgiving? ›

Turkey is a lean protein and the calories won't get out of hand if you choose a flavorful baked recipe, like Ina's classic herb-roasted bird.

What is healthier than turkey for Thanksgiving? ›

Try it out on Thanksgiving by substituting tofu for your turkey. Tofu can be cooked in a variety of flavorful ways and comes with a ton of nutritional benefits including a lot of calcium, iron, magnesium, vitamin B, and protein.

Why should people eat chicken instead of turkey on Thanksgiving? ›

It's Smaller

Chickens are much smaller than turkeys, which make them a great alternative for smaller families or gatherings. Unless, of course, you want to eat leftover turkey for weeks. Because chickens are smaller, cooking them is also so much easier to manage.

Is there a vegetarian substitute for turkey? ›

What is alternative turkey and ham made out of? Brands like Tofurky, Field Roast, Gardein, Beyond Meat, Lightlife, and more use plant-based ingredients in the products you can buy for any vegetarian/vegan guests.

What are the 3 main vegetarian alternatives to meat? ›

The 10 best vegan meat alternatives
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What are 5 meat alternatives for vegetarians? ›

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The Wednesday before Thanksgiving has long been known as "Blackout Wednesday," according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and depending on your local bar's drink specials, it might be called "Drinksgiving," "Black Wednesday," "Thanksgiving Eve," "Wacky Wednesday," "Whiskey Wednesday," or " ...

What can I do 2 days before Thanksgiving? ›

2 Days Before:

Assemble casseroles. Sweet potato or green bean casseroles can be stored uncooked in the fridge and baked on Thanksgiving. Bake rolls and breads. Make pie crust or thaw your pie crust; bake pumpkin pies.

What dishes can you make 2 days before Thanksgiving? ›

Pie, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce the day before. Day of I just have to roast the turkey, do the veg and make gravy. Anything that reheats nicely, mashed potatoes, sweet potato, stuffing I do in the crockpot in the morning, cut veggies for salads, potato salad.

What is a good alternative Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Alternatives could be:
  • Baked Stuffed Shrimp dinner or any seafood, saffron herbed rice, seasonal vegetables.
  • Beef Crown Rib Roast dinner with Potatoes Gratin Dauphinoise and asparagus.
  • Roast Leg of Lamb with wine, lemon, garlic, and rosemary, Brussel sprouts, wild rice.
Nov 5, 2023

What is cheaper than turkey for Thanksgiving? ›

Roast chicken is less expensive, easy to roast, delicious, and has less portions than a large turkey, so it is perfect for a single, couple, or small family celebration. A simple chicken stuffed with mirepoix, lemons, fresh herbs (parsley, rosemary, sage) and roasted whole is a great alternative to a large turkey."

What is an alternative to chicken or turkey? ›

HAM
  • Jamie's jerk ham.
  • Mulled wine glazed ham.
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  • Perfect roast beef.
  • Roast forerib of beef with garlic & rosemary.
  • Beef Wellington.
  • Herby steak & crispy potatoes.
  • Beef brisket with red wine & shallots.
Nov 9, 2023

Can you substitute chicken for turkey on Thanksgiving? ›

There are so many options with less waste. A whole chicken makes the perfect turkey substitute. To make it extra special, try this recipe for Parmesan Crusted Garlic Butter Chicken with Cauliflower!

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