stuffed butternut squash on dark cutting board
on November 26, 2019

5 Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes

 

Whether this is your first vegan Thanksgiving or you’ve had many before, there’s always new and exciting ways to mix up your plant-based feast. We’ve compiled some of our favorite vegan Thanksgiving recipes below.

Whether you want to find new ways to make traditional dishes or create something unique, there’s something for you. Who says plant-based has to be boring or tasteless?! Not us!

Read on for 5 vegan Thanksgiving dishes you’ll adore (and a bonus dessert)!…

1. Vegan Mashed Potatoes

a wooden bowl full of vegan mashed potatoes

© Photo by Minimalist Baker

Making mashed potatoes this Thanksgiving? Try this version with sumptuous garlic and chives. Just swap the butter for a vegan butter alternative to make it completely vegan! Looking for an even healthier alternative? Try using olive oil instead.

Get this Vegan Mashed Potatoes Recipe here.

 

2. Vegan Mushroom Gravy

a pan with mushroom gravy and wooden spatula

© Photo by Simple Veganista

Sneak in more veggies this Thanksgiving with this simple vegan mushroom gravy that uses only 5 ingredients! Not a fan of mushrooms? Try this Easy Vegan Gravy Recipe instead! 

Get this Vegan Mushroom Gravy Recipe here.

 

3. Thanksgiving Meatless Loaf

a plate with three slices of meatless loaf and fork

© Photo by Fat Free Vegan

We’re loving all the turkey alternatives, but our favorite has to be a homemade meatless loaf. This one is much different than your traditional tofu turkey or nut roast, but is both savory and decadent, with a crisp outside and tender inside – featuring the luscious aroma of parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme.

Get this Thanksgiving Meatless Loaf Recipe here. 

 

4. Vegan Green Bean Casserole 

A glass of water, a casserole dish, and two plates of green bean casserole on a white surface

© Photo by Minimalist Baker

It's not Thanksgiving without green bean casserole… and there’s a much healthier (and more delicious) way to make it than traditional recipes. This must-try vegan Thanksgiving side dish has big, fresh flavor, and is one that your guests won't even realize is vegan. 

Get this Vegan Green Bean Casserole Recipe here.

 

5. Stuffed Butternut Squash

four stuffed butternut squash on a baking pan

© Photo by One Ingredient Chef

Want a dish that is totally unique, colorful, fun and delicious? Then this stuffed butternut squash is the perfect vegan Thanksgiving recipe for you! With a mix of flavors and textures from quinoa, cranberries, toasted pine nuts and more, your guests will love this creative vegan Thanksgiving dish (and so will you)! 

Get this Stuffed Butternut Squash Recipe here.

Bonus...

Vegan Pecan Pie

a plante of pecan pie topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

© Photo by Chocolate Covered Katie

You certainly can't finish a succulent vegan Thanksgiving meal without dessert! Try out this totally crowd-pleasing, vegan pecan pie recipe that has no eggs, dairy or corn syrup… yet is so delicious that no one will even notice!

Get this Vegan Pecan Pie recipe here.

 

Which recipes are you going to try this Thanksgiving?! Let us know in the comments below! 

Looking for more healthy recipes? Check out more delicious, nutrition-approved 310 recipes here!