With Thanksgiving just around the corner, if you’re searching for vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free dishes, or simply hearty meatless options, these 89+ Vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes are perfect for your holiday gatherings.
Here, you’ll find everything from dips and spreads to appetizers, sides, soups, salads, main dishes, and desserts—offering some of the best Thanksgiving recipes for both vegetarians and veggie enthusiasts.
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Dips, Spreads & Chutneys
Spicy Avocado Coriander Chutney
Indian style rich, creamy, and addictive this Spicy Avocado Coriander chutney would be your new go-to spread or dip for bread, crackers, dosa, or as a dressing for your salads.
Carrot Greens Tofu Dip (No-Cook)
Do you discard the nutritious leafy carrot greens? Stop doing it and make some unique and healthy recipes with it. Try this easy no-cook protein-rich and nutritious Carrot Greens Tofu Dip.
Tofu Avocado and Chives Spread
Protein and fiber-rich this creamy and rich, Vegan Tofu Avocado and Chives Spread is perfect as a spread for your breads or crackers or a dip for veggies and fruits. What about a nice party board along with this dip, veggies, fruits, and crackers?
Easy Celery Chutney
Easy Celery Chutney is an Indian Style simple chutney made using Celery Stalks and a few spices. It goes well as a spread on bread and a perfect condiment with Idli, Dosa or Paratha.
Baba Ghanoush (Creamy Eggplant dip)
Baba Ghanoush or baba ganoush or baba ghanouj is a smoky addictive eggplant dip made with mashed and cooked aubergine, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. It is dangerously addictive and goes well with chips, flatbreads, or as a spread on your sandwiches and wraps.
Indo Chinese Style Schezwan Chutney
Indo Chinese Style Schezwan Chutney or Schezwan Sauce is a spicy and pungent sauce that is generally added to different Indo Chinese dishes. The chutney can also be enjoyed as a dip with momos, chips and salads.
Raw Avocado Basil Dip (Oil-Free)
Raw Avocado basil dip is a simple and creamy, vegan, dairy free, sugar free, nut free and oil-free dip made using 6 ingredients including salt. The dip is bursting with fresh flavours from fresh organic basil and has the tanginess from lemon juice.
Easy Golden Turmeric Hummus
Easy Golden Turmeric Hummus is a quick and easy hummus recipe with the goodness of protein-rich chickpeas, sesame seeds, and anti-inflammatory turmeric. Using a few ingredients from your pantry it is one of the healthiest, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free dip.
Cucumber Dill Tzatziki Recipe
Cucumber Dill Tzatziki or Greek Tzatziki is a fresh, creamy and refreshing dip made using Greek yogurt, cucumber and Dill. A tangy dip that goes great with veggies, breads, crisp, crackers, meat etc.
Salads
Vegan Summer Pasta Salad (Oil-Free, Cheese-Free)
Vegan Summer Pasta Salad is a healthy summer salad that is Oil-Free, cheese-free, perfect as a side or a light meal.
Easy Vegan Coleslaw with Beans
This Easy Vegan Coleslaw with beans is low-fat, creamy, and perfect for your barbeque or summer picnics. It is a filling meal with beans and veggies, and goes well with chips or as a filling in sandwiches.
Oil-Free Chickpea Salad (Kabuli Chana Salad)
Oil-Free Chickpea Salad is a protein-rich, everyday Vegan salad made using chickpea or garbanzo beans, or Kabuli chana. This Kabuli chana salad along with some veggies makes a completely healthy summer meal.
Marinated Fig and Mozzarella Salad
When fresh figs are in stock you need to make this healthy and protein-rich, Marinated Fresh Figs and Mozzarella salad.
Vegetable Orzo Pasta Salad
Fresh, and colorful, this Summer Vegetable Orzo Pasta Salad is loaded with fresh vegetables, herbs, orzo pasta, and cheese.
Kohlrabi, Carrot and Spinach Salad
Kohlrabi, Carrot, and Spinach Salad is a quick and easy raw salad that can be made with and without oil. It is perfect as a side for your main meals, parties, or as is.
Sweet Potato and Fennel Fronds Salad
Need something easy and quick as a side for your barbeque parties or something light for your dinners? Try this colorful and refreshing, Vegan Sweet Potato and Fennel Fronds Salad.
Soups
Thukpa | Vegetable Noodle Soup
Thukpa Vegetable Noodle Soup is a hot soup made using vegetables and Noodles and has a distinct taste from a few Indian spices. It is best served on rainy or cold days.
Vegan Hot and Sour Soup
Made with Tofu and a few veggies, this Vegan Hot and Sour Soup is the vegan version of the famous hot and sour soup served in Chinese restaurants.
One-pot Celery and Broccoli Soup
One pot Celery and Broccoli Soup is a healthy low-carb soup. A wholesome, vibrant, and refreshing soup suitable for all types of diets. It is Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-free, and nut-free.
Vegan Corn and Mushroom Soup
Vegan Corn and Mushroom Soup is a simple, quick and comforting soup loaded with vegetables. It is one of the best soups that can be made in no time and is best on a cold or rainy day.
Leek and Potato Soup (With Instant Pot method)
Leek and Potato Soup is a rich and creamy healthy soup made with a few ingredients. It is perfect for those cold winter evenings or just when you want to have something light.
Appetizers & Sides
Mashed Potatoes (Without Butter or oil)
Wondering how to make mashed potatoes from scratch? Super easy and quick and can be done in as little as 30 minutes from start to finish. And without butter or oil it can be enjoyed guilt-free.
Spicy and Sweet Baked Cauliflower Wings
Want to indulge in something good for the weekend, and want it to be healthy at the same time? Try these Spicy and Sweet Baked Cauliflower Wings which are gluten-free and vegan too depending on the sweetener you use….
They are the perfect appetizer or a delicious crunchy low-carb meal. These Sriracha Baked Cauliflower wings are easy to make, full of flavor with a bit of spice and a hint of sweetness.
Baked Potato Skins with Paneer & Veggies
Baked Potato Skins with Paneer & Veggies is a yummy and delicious starter or appetiser that can be made well ahead of time.
Open-Faced Celery Avocado Sandwich
Open-Faced Celery Avocado Sandwich is a refreshing and healthy sandwich with the goodness of celery and avocado.
Easy Spicy Jackfruit Tacos
Spiced with red paprika, garlic, onion, chili, salt, and oregano, these Easy Spicy Jackfruit Tacos are perfect for taco nights or meatless Mondays.
Kidney Bean Patties Wraps
Kidney Bean Patties Wraps are protein-rich and a healthy lunchbox wrap for kids. The kidney bean patties or burgers are vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free.
Farmer’s Market Vegetarian Quesadilla
Farmer’s Market Vegetarian quesadilla is an easy peasy, quick 10-minute lunch idea recipe using fresh and organic local vegetables from the farmer’s market. It uses the fresh colorful stalks and greens of the swiss chard along with some colorful peppers or capsicum. Loaded with cheddar cheese, these quesadillas are a complete healthy meal.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato and Oats Smiley
Air Fryer Sweet Potato and Oats Smiley are a healthy and quick after-school snack, finger food, or an addictive appetizer for all ages. These Baked Potato and Oats patties are crisp on the outside with a melt-in-the-mouth and soft texture inside.
Peri-Peri Grilled Sweet Potato
Have you ever tried grilled or barbequed sweet potatoes? If not try this Peri-Peri Grilled Sweet Potato. They are simple, easy, and delicious vegan appetizers or sides perfect for the grill.
Avocado Stuffed Celery Sticks (Oil-Free)
Avocado Stuffed Celery Sticks are light and refreshing appetizers or a side to your mains. They are delicious and crunchy low-carb, dairy-free, oil-free snack recipes.
Roasted Garlic and Herb Mushrooms
Roasted Garlic and Herb Mushrooms are an easy and delicious side bursting with flavors of garlic and herbs with added cheese which gives it a nice texture.
Veggie Chickpea Burger (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
Veggie Chickpea Burger is a protein and nutrient-rich, delicious, healthy vegan and gluten-free burger made using Pumpkin, Swiss Chard and chickpeas. These Vegan burgers are perfect for your parties or for your lunchbox.
Bakery Style Veg Puff | Curry Puff
Bakery Style Veg Puff or veg patties or curry puffs are delicious bakery-style flaky puff pastry filled with slightly spiced vegetable filling. They can be enjoyed as a tea time snack or are a great party snack which is enjoyed by all ages.
Easy Homemade Baked Falafel (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
Easy Homemade Baked Falafel is a delicious vegan and gluten-free appetizer for your parties. It is golden brown and crisp on the outside and soft from inside. Bursting with fresh flavours from parsley and different spices, it is a healthy alternative to the regular fried falafel.
Paneer Tikka (Grilled Tofu Tikka & Vegetables)
Paneer Tikka is a very popular Indian Style party appetizer made with cubes of paneer marinated in a yogurt and spice mixture. For Vegans, paneer can be replaced with tofu to make grilled vegan tofu tikka or skewers.
Air Fryer Vegetable Paneer Kofta
Air Fryer Vegetable Paneer Kofta is a healthy and delicious appetizer made using simple vegetables and paneer. This can be enjoyed as a starter or dunked into a curry to make rich and creamy Vegetable paneer kofta curry.
Boxty – Irish Potato FlatBread
Boxty is a traditional Irish Potato Flatbread or a pancake made using potatoes as the main ingredient. A delicious treat for potato lovers with potato and butter.
Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables (Oven Method Included)
Quick and easy, crunchy Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables is a perfect side dish on your dinner table or for your parties.
Air Fryer Whole Sweet Potatoes (Oil-Free)
Air Fryer Whole Sweet Potatoes are a delicious side recipe, crisp on the outside and soft and buttery on the inside. They do not need any oil to bake or roast and can be enjoyed as is.
Mains – Pasta, Noodles, Pies etc
Vegan Butternut Squash Pasta
Vegan Butternut Squash Pasta is creamy and rich, one-pot cheese-free pasta. It can be made in an Instant pot and also an open pot. It uses a few vegetables and is completely dairy-free.
Cheesy Vegetable Pasta Bake
Cheesy Vegetable Pasta bake is a complete one-pot meal loaded with Vegetables and bursting with fresh basil, oregano, oozing hot cheese.
Easy Cauliflower Gratin
If you are looking for something hot, cheesy and easy then this Easy Cauliflower Gratin bake is the perfect dish for one of those cold evenings
Vegan Shepherdless Pie (Air Fryer & Oven Baked)
Vegan Shepherdless Pie or Vegetable Shepherd’s pie is a medley of flavors, with vegetables, and lentils cooked in tomato sauce and topped and baked with creamy potato. It is a hearty, comforting vegan and gluten-free meal for those cold nights.
Zucchini and Eggplant Lasagna (Pasta Free)
Vegetarian Zucchini and Eggplant Lasagna is a rich and creamy pasta-free and gluten-free healthy lasagna that uses the. best of low-carb summer vegetables Courgette and Aubergine
Homemade Vegetable Lasagne
Vegetable Lasagne is one of my favourite meals of all times. Sheets of Lasagne alternating with vegetables cooked in red or white sauce and cheese. The melting cheese and the spicy sauce with that bake pasta makes it a complete meal.
Mains – Curries
Easy Vegetarian Broccoli Chowder
Looking for quick and easy comfort or hearty food for the cold winters? Then try this one pot, Easy Vegetarian Broccoli Chowder. A simple quick and filling meal that is done in 30 minutes from start to finish.
Pan-Fried Crispy Tofu Bowl
Struggling with Tofu? Want to make it more appetizing or do you think whatever you make with it it is going to be bland? Well, then you must try these Pan-Fried Crispy Tofu bowls. Mmm, They are so delicious and every bite has that burst of flavour. It has a hint of chili, some sweetness, and a hint of sour taste from the sauces.
Easy Bok Choy Stir-Fry
Easy Bok Choy Stir-Fry or Pak Choi or pok choi would be your next favorite vegetable side dish. A medley of flavors, and is best served along with some rice or noodles.
Pumpkin Chickpea Kale Curry
Looking for something warm and hearty for those colder months? Then look no further. Try this Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Uchiki Kuri Pumpkin Chickpea Kale Curry. This is a simple, delicious, creamy, and healthy recipe that uses all fall favorites.
Couscous with Spiced Zucchini
Cook up this healthy and filling, vegan Couscous with Spiced Zucchini for your meal this week. One of the best ways to use your summer zucchini along with a few other veggies. It can be served as a meal on its own, or as a side to your barbeques or parties.
Vegetarian Hakka Noodles (Indo-Chinese Recipe)
Vegetarian Hakka Noodles is a popular Indo-Chinese dish made using stir-fried noodles, vegetables and sauces. These vegetarian noodles have the perfect balance of crunch from the veggies and flavors from the sauces.
Easy Vegan Pad Thai
Easy Vegan Pad Thai is my take on the popular stir-fried noodles from Thailand. It is made using simple vegetables, sauces and gluten-free Rice Noodles.
Raw Jackfruit Curry
Raw Jackfruit Curry is a simple Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free Sri Lankan style curry made using unripe or young green jackfruit. The curry is slowly cooked over 12 hours along with spices and coconut milk to give it a distinct flavor.
Vegan Kale, Tofu and Corn Curry
Vegan Kale, Tofu and Corn curry is a delicious and versatile Indian style curry which uses fresh season’s green, protein rich Tofu and a few spices. The curry is made in flavourful onion and tomato paste. It has the mild sweetness from the purple Russian Kale and the crispness from Sweet Corn.
Vegetable Paneer Kofta Curry
Rich and creamy this Vegetable Paneer Kofta Curry would be your next party show-stopper. This curry is made using simple ingredients available in your pantry and without the need for any cream or nuts like almonds or cashews.
Easy Vegetable Korma (No Onion No Garlic)
Easy Vegetable Korma without onion and garlic is a rich and creamy curry, made with a mix of vegetables and goes well with flatbreads or rice.
Methi Matar Paneer without Cream
Methi Matar Paneer is a nutritious and healthy curry or a gravy recipe which uses fresh homegrown methi, matar (green peas) and home made paneer (Indian cheese).
Dal Makhani | Indian Style Creamy Black Lentils
Dal Makhani or Dal makhni is a dish origination from the state of Punjab. The main ingredients used in the dish are whole black lentils (urad) and red kidney beans (Rajma), butter and cream. Traditionally this dal is slowly cooked upto 24 hours to give that nice , rich texture and delicious and earthy flavour.
Paneer Butter Masala (No Onion No Garlic)
No Onion No Garlic Paneer Butter Masala is creamy and a rich gravy best for your parties or your day-to-day meals. It pairs well with roti, rice, naan, or simple pulav.
Chole | Chana Masala (Instant Pot and Pressure cooker method)
No onion No garlic Chole or Chana Masala is a protein and fiber-rich vegan curry made using Chickpeas or Garbanzo beans.
Pulao & Biryani
Easy Vegan Mushroom Pulao (Instant Pot Recipe)
Busy mornings are made easy with this quick Instant Pot lunch box pulao recipe—a one-pot Easy Vegan Mushroom Pulao Loaded with fresh vegetables and just a few everyday spices.
Quinoa Soya Vegetable Pulao (Instant Pot and Pressure cooker)
Are you looking for a wholesome protein-rich meal? Look no further. Learn to make this healthy and delicious Quinoa Soya Vegetable Pulao. Loaded with veggies and with the goodness of protein-rich soya and Quinoa.
Brown Rice Chickpea Pulao
Brown Rice Chickpea Pulao is a vegan and gluten free one pot complete meal. It has the goodness of essential nutrients from chickpeas aka garbanzo beans and a bit healthier than the white Rice as it is made using Brown Rice.
Veg Schezwan Fried Rice
Veg Schezwan Fried Rice is an Indo Chinese dish where the rice is cooked along with spicy schezwan sauce, soya sauce, vinegar and loads of vegetables. The spice or the colour of this rice is due to the schezwan sauce being added to this rice. All in all, it comes together as one of the yummiest meals to enjoy.
Tandoori Paneer Biryani | Paneer Tikka Biryani
Tandoori Paneer Biryani is a Biryani which is layered by Tandoori Paneer instead of chicken. Paneer is marinated and grilled in oven or tandoor. I decided on making this just 3 days before, and followed what I wanted for the recipe. I had a clear picture of what I wanted. The Biryani turned out the way I wished for and I was so happy.
Awadhi Vegetable Biryani
Awadhi Vegetable Biryani is a simple and delicious fragrant and flavourful Biryani, which has flavors from the spices and is very low on the heat. The name itself is so royal that I was so very tempted to make it. Surprisingly the recipe is not that difficult.
Kashmiri Pulao – with fresh fruits and nuts
Kashmiri Pulao is a flavourful and a simple Pulao to cook. It is loaded with fruits and nuts as topping. Uptil now, I use to run away from Kashmiri cuisine thinking it would be sweet. Adding pineapple in pulao or rather any fruit kept me off. But after I tried my Kashmiri Dum aloo, and saw a few pics with the fruit topping, I was tempted. Hence I made an attempt to this delicious Kashmiri Pulao.
Bread
Halloumi Cheese, Olive, and Mint Bread
Are you looking for savory bread with cheese and olives? Then try this super addictive cheesy bread, with a crisp crust and soft texture Cypriot Halloumi bread. Loaded with flavors from Halloumi cheese, olives, mint, and onion, you will be asking for more.
Apple and Cheese Sourdough Discard Focaccia (No Knead)
Apple and Cheese Sourdough Discard Focaccia is a no-knead focaccia with a chewy flavourful crumb and crispy crust. Loaded with cheese this savory apple focaccia goes well as a breakfast bread, or as a main meal. It is also perfect for parties with some mocktails, cocktails, or wine.
Pumpkin Nasturtium Cheese Bread
Looking for a savory recipe with Pumpkin or something different from that pumpkin spice mix? Then try this Pumpkin Nasturtium Cheese Bread or a pull-apart pumpkin herb bread.
Cebularz Lubelski (Polish Onion Flatbread)
Cebularz Lubelski is a round-shaped Polish Onion flatbread and very popular in Poland. Made using wheat flour, onion, and poppy seeds these flatbreads can be enjoyed for breakfast, meal, or as a snack.
Savoury Babka with Sun-dried Tomato, Feta, and Coriander Chutney
A savory twist to the sweet babka, this Savoury babka is bursting with flavors from spicy Coriander Chutney, tangy and salty Feta, and sweet-tart flavor from Sun-dried Tomatoes.
Savory Sun-Dried Tomato and Cheese Bagels
Chewy from the inside and crisp outside, these Savory Sun-Dried Tomato and Cheese Bagels are perfect for your breakfast or lunch as a sandwich bagel.
Air Fryer Soft Pretzel Bites
Air Fryer Soft Pretzel Bites are an addictive after-school snack or a great party snack. They are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and can be baked in an air-fryer or in an oven.
Gluten-Free Sandwich Bread
Easy, freezer-friendly Gluten-Free Sandwich Bread made using a combination of gluten-free flours.
Manakish Za’atar (Levantine Flatbread)
Quinoa Chia Seed Bread
Quinoa Chia Seed Bread is a gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and nut-free easy bread. It is an easy one-bowl freezer-friendly bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast or for lunch.
Sweets & Treats
Waffle, Pancake, Brownie, and Fruit Sizzler (Kids Healthy Brunch Party)
Looking for inspiration for a healthy kids’ party or a weekend family brunch packed with their favorite treats? Try this wholesome and irresistible spread of waffles, pancakes, brownies, and a fruit sizzler.
Oats Pear Apple Cake
Oats Pear Apple Cake is a healthy one-bowl cake that can be enjoyed as a breakfast or as a dessert with some fresh cream on the side.
Lemon Raspberry Coconut Cake (Gluten-Free)
If you are looking for a gluten-free treat, look no further. This Gluten-Free Lemon Raspberry Coconut Cake is moist and lightly sweetened by desiccated coconut and is bursting with flavors from lemon and tart and sweet taste from fresh raspberry.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Coconut Flour cake
This Gluten-Free Chocolate Coconut Flour Cake is a rich and moist cake, made using low-carb coconut flour, a healthy alternative to regular chocolate cake.
Gluten Free Double Chocolate Banana Bread
This Gluten Free Double Chocolate Banana Bread is loaded with chocolate and is gluten free, dairy free, nut free and sugar free.
Lemon Cake (No Baking Powder, No Baking Soda)
A summer party or a picnic is incomplete without some cake. Agree? What is better than a perfect spongy, lemony, sweet, and refreshing lemon cake? This Lemon Cake without Leavening Agent, without any baking powder or baking soda, is very light, can be assembled within 15 minutes, and is definitely a crowd-pleaser.
Pumpkin Bundt Cake
Pumpkin Bundt cake is a fall favorite moist cake, made using fresh pumpkin puree and lightly spiced with cinnamon and ginger. The cake is dangerously addictive. I bet it would be your kid’s next favorite cake. You would be making it again and again.
Egg-Less, Sugar-Less, Butter-Less Dates & Walnut Cake
Egg-Less, Sugar-Less, Butter-Less Dates & Walnut Cake or a Vegan Dates and Walnut Cake is a simple and rich cake loaded with dates and walnut or pecans.
No-Bake Coffee Energy Bites
No-Bake Coffee Energy Bites is an easy peasy 5-minute protein-rich no-cook and bake recipe made using nuts and seeds.
Vegan No Bake Avocado Cheesecake
This No Bake Vegan Avocado Cheesecake is creamy and loaded with all good and healthy ingredients.
Fresh Mint Chocolate Lemon Bark
Craving for something sweet and salty? Try this Healthy Fresh Mint Chocolate Lemon Bark. A fusion of flavors. I bet you would not be able to stop at one.
Avocado Chocolate Mousse
Avocado chocolate mousse is a rich and creamy dessert. It is processed sugar-free and made using just 5 ingredients. The fifth ingredient is optional.
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