20 Vegetarian Thanksgiving Recipes
I love creating delicious vegetarian dishes for Thanksgiving. It’s a great way to add variety to the holiday table without sacrificing flavor.
Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be all about turkey. There are so many tasty vegetarian options that everyone will enjoy.
I’ve gathered 20 of my favorite vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes. These dishes are hearty, flavorful, and perfect for celebrating the season.
Whether you’re hosting a fully vegetarian feast or just adding some meatless options, these recipes will impress your guests. They’re packed with fall flavors and feel just as festive as traditional Thanksgiving dishes.
From savory mains to comforting sides, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s make this Thanksgiving both delicious and vegetarian-friendly!
1- Miso Glazed Carrots
These Miso Glazed Carrots will liven up any meal with the tastiest flavor-packed combination. They come out of the oven perfectly roasted with a caramelized glaze that is zesty, subtly sweet, and filled with umami flavor!
2- Vegetarian Lentil Pot Pie
A hearty and creamy vegetarian pot pie with lentils, leeks, and mushrooms topped with a flaky store-bought puff pastry crust, perfect for fall and winter.
3- CREAMED LEEKS
Creamed leeks are a simple but decadent side dish that combines tender leeks with an obsession worthy cream and parmesan sauce. These leeks make the perfect pairing for a wide range of main courses and are also delicious served on toast with a squeeze of lemon.
4- Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup
This Instant Pot Butternut squash soup is sweet and savory with velvety smoothness. Fall-inspired, this soup is infused with warm and nutty flavors, a bowl of deliciousness!
5- Aloo Gobi Matar Recipe
Aloo gobi matar is one of the classic Indian and Pakistani vegan recipes made with some traditional Indian spices. The bursting flavors and tangy taste make it the best recipe for spicy lovers.
6- Best Lentil Soup
The best lentil soup recipe you’ll ever taste, this vegan dish comes together with simple steps for a hearty, nutritious soup that will have all your guests coming back for seconds and thirds!
7- The Best Minestrone Soup
The best minestrone soup recipe you’ll ever make, the hearty flavors of this classic comfort food rival that of Olive Garden’s most popular soup. Pair it with a side of crusty bread for a comfort food dinner that will have people coming back for more!
8- Mushroom Farrotto
Savor this cozy mushroom farrotto (or farro risotto) with creamy farro, earthy mushrooms, fresh herbs, and salty cheese.
9- Harissa Aubergine
Flavor-packed harissa aubergine (eggplant) with couscous for a tasty but simple vegan meal. Served with mint yoghurt to balance the spicy harissa eggplants!
10- 15-Minute Vegan Beetroot Tartare
This no-cook vegan beetroot tartare is a healthy plant-based twist on the classic beef steak tartare. Quick, gourmet, bursting with flavor, and made with wholesome ingredients!
11- Gluten-free Vegan Eggplant Lasagna
This vegan eggplant lasagna is a satisfying and hearty gluten-free main course full of Italian flavor. Made with a handful of simple ingredients, this vegetable lasagna is full of flavor and nutrients and is just perfect for a cozy family dinner.
12- Quinoa Salad with Pomegranate
his cranberry quinoa salad with pomegranate, feta, kale and butternut squash is a gorgeous, vibrant and healthy side dish to serve at any occasion, but is especially appropriate for Fall and Winter!
13- INSTANT POT WHOLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER
A marinated Whole Roasted Cauliflower served over creamy tomato gravy; this recipe is made in the Instant Pot and works really well for a meal with naan or rice.
14- Easy Creamy Butternut Squash
This super Easy Butternut Squash Pear Soup Recipe is a creamy soup with delicious flavor that everyone is sure to enjoy. It’s loaded with nutrition with the nutty flavor of butternut squash, plus pears and just right seasonings.
15- Celeriac Puree
Creamy, garlicky, velvety, and so delicious, celeriac puree (or celery root puree) is an easy root vegetable side dish perfect for Sunday dinner or a special occasion meal.
