Shavuot 2025 starts on the evening of Sunday May 31st, 2025 and ends on the evening of Tuesday June 2nd, 2025
The Jewish holiday of Shavuot celebrates the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai. Traditionally, you will find at least one dairy meal served in Jewish households on Shavuot. We are bringing you a collection of vegan and vegetarian Shavuot recipes. Popular Shavuot recipes almost always include cheesecake! We are going beyond cheesecake, with a collection of creative and delicious Shavuot recipes that include main dishes, side dishes, salads, soups, and desserts! Chag Sameach!
This post was updated in May 2025
23 Amazing and Mouthwatering Shavuot Recipes
Eggplant Meatballs ( Vegetarian Dinner Recipe) - DAIRY
Eggplant meatballs are easy to make, use all the same flavors as your favorite Italian variety, and are delicious swimming in marinara sauce.
Green Bean Salad - PARVE
Green Bean Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette is full of flavor and texture while being simple to put together. Its components are evocative of a French Niçoise salad, minus the tuna and the anchovies. It's great as an easy lunch, a weeknight veggie side dish, or an elegant holiday dinner.
Baked Parmesan Zucchini -DAIRY
Make this delicious snack/appetizer when you are craving something savory and low-carb. This baked parmesan zucchini recipe is super easy to make and very satisfying.
Eggplant Rollatini - DAIRY or PARVE
Eggplant Rollatini is one of our favorite Shavuot recipes! It’s filled with fresh herbs and ricotta cheese rolled up in eggplant and cooked in bubbly tomato sauce. There’s even an option for dairy-free ricotta if you want a vegan dish!
Spinach Vegan Meatballs In Spicy Tomato Sauce - PARVE
If you are craving the deliciousness of meatballs in tomato sauce but want a tasty vegan option, consider making our spinach vegan meatballs in spicy tomato sauce.
Ricotta Gnocchi - DAIRY
Delicious and easy these Ricotta gnocchi will be the start of your Shavuot table.
The fresh tomato sauce is really delicious. Gnocchi can be made ahead and frozen. Detailed instructions are in the post.
Peach Caprese Salad with Pistachio Vinaigrette - DAIRY
This Peach Caprese Salad recipe is like summer on a plate! It’s light, refreshing, and so easy to make and enjoy on a hot summer day and goes beyond the traditional tomato, mozzarella, basil salad.
Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze - DAIRY
This summery Caprese Salad uses tomatoes, mozzarella, balsamic vinegar glaze drizzle , and fresh basil to create a salad that is as simple as it is delicious. It’s just right for backyard barbecues, picnics, or potlucks. There are never any leftovers! People can’t get enough of this bright vegetarian salad. A really fresh Shavuot recipe.
Mango Salsa with Jicama - PARVE
Our spin on mango salsa is a fresh, crunchy, and healthy addition to a BBQ, a yummy topping on your tacos or favorite protein!
Spinach Semolina Gnocchi in Bechamel Sauce With Roasted Tomatoes - DAIRY
This easy-to-make dish just melts in your mouth! Semolina Gnocchi is absolutely delicious, especially when paired with a creamy bechamel sauce and tangy roasted tomatoes. Make this next time you’re craving a satisfying and comforting vegetarian dinner! This recipe is one of our most delicious Shavuot Recipes!
Beet Salad Recipe with Feta Cheese and Pistachios - DAIRY
Just look at this gorgeous beet salad recipe with feta and pistachios. It is a feast for your eyes as well as your tastebuds.
Easy Homemade Labneh Balls Recipe - Dairy
Transform creamy, tangy homemade labneh into little rich and smooth labneh balls that are bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
Green Shakshuka - DAIRY
Rich and delicious, our creamy Green Shakshuka is perfect any time of day and full of flavor. It’s a versatile recipe, change it up by adding any veggies and spices you like.
Mushroom Risotto - DAIRY
Nothing is a more comforting umami flavor than a plate of this earthy, nutty, intensely-perfect mushroom risotto. Made with a variety to different mushrooms.
Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
Make this vibrant beet salad with goat cheese for your next gathering! You'll wow your guests with this colorful, tangy, flavor-filled side dish. Earthy beets are tossed with crisp salad greens, creamy goat cheese, sweet and crunchy candied pecans, juicy pear, and tangy balsamic. The dish has major eye appeal and your tastebuds will be
Greek Pasta Salad - DAIRY or PARVE
A cold, bright, and delicious Greek pasta salad is perfect for a quick lunch or as a side dish. Juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers with the homemade vinaigrette make the flavors of this pasta salad pop.
Pea and Artichoke Pasta - DAIRY or PARVE
This pea and artichoke pasta is a light, refreshing warm weather dish tossed with capers, fresh tomatoes, and lemon. Just omit the cheese to make it parve
Stuffed Jalapeño Peppers DAIRY
If you enjoy hot peppers, try these stuffed Jalapeños, and you will have a new go-to appetizer. A little heat, a little sweet, and a little gooey cheesy goodness will have you coming back for another bite over and over. What is a Jalapeño Popper? The idea behind this tasty appetizer is to serve a
Chickpea Salad with Tomatoes and Avocado Pearls - PARVE
Dressed simply with salt, olive oil, and lemon, chickpea salad it's a great salad for lunch or dinenr.
Vegetarian Tortilla Soup - PARVE
This recipe for veggie tortilla soup is satisfying, hearty, and filled with black beans and corn! Enjoy it piping hot in the winter or warm in the spring and summer months.
Eggplant Meatballs with Pomegranate Sauce - PARVE
Eggplant Meatballs with Pomegranate Molasses are the vegetarian dinner you’ve been looking for! They’re easy to make and delicious with so many different sides, that you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe regularly.
Cauliflower Gratin - DAIRY
With just a handful of ingredients, we've taken the mighty cauliflower and transformed it into a cheesy, decadent bubbly dinner recipe. Enjoy this cauliflower gratin with a hot bowl of our vegetarian French onion soup or a healthy bowl of ratatouille for a French-inspired dinner night.
How to Make Labneh (Middle Eastern Yogurt Cheese) - DAIRY
Labneh is a tangy, creamy Middle Eastern yogurt cheese that is very easy to make at home. Simply strain some plain yogurt and you're done!
Lentil Meatballs in Tahini Turmeric Sauce - PARVE
This easy recipe creates a magnificent dish in both taste and presentation. Best yet, you can cook these meatless lentil meatballs in either their vegetarian or vegan preparations without losing any of their incredibly rich flavor.
Eggplant Caponata Recipe - PARVE
One of our favorite eggplant recipes is Caponata, a Sicilian dish that’s created with a base of roasted eggplant and peppers. Serve it on crusty toasted bread or as a topping for your favorite protein!
Creamy Mushroom Soup Recipe (With Vegan Option) - DAIRY OR PARVE
Warm up with this cozy, deeply umami, earthy and creamy mushroom soup. If you are a mushroom lover this is the best soup is for you. This creamy soup is comfort food in a bowl and a very delicious way to add more veggies to your diet.
Mujadara - Rice and Lentils - PARVE
Mujadara is a traditional Middle Eastern dish made with rice, lentils topped with fried onions. It's a simple and easy vegan dish, but still filling and delicious.
High Protein Vegan Lasagna Soup - DAIRY or PARVE
This thick and hearty Lasagna Soup is packed with fiber and plant-based protein. Vegetarian and gluten-free, it's a comforting and satisfying meal in a bowl! One of our most popular Shavuot recipes. Do you want to make it parve? Just use vegan cheese instead.
High Protein Skillet Eggplant Lasagna - DAIRY OR PARVE
Two of our favorite Italian classics come together in this mouthwatering, nutrient-filled eggplant lasagna. Made with seasonal ingredients and Lentil Lasagna Noodles. No oven required! Just use Vegan cheese to make it parve!
Super Easy Quinoa Salad Recipe - PARVE
A Powerhouse Quinoa Salad Recipe that brings a double dose of Protein and Antioxidants
Marinated Feta Cheese Recipe - DAIRY
With simple ingredients like creamy feta cubes, extra virgin olive oil, and zesty zaatar, this deliciously easy marinated feta recipe is perfect for any occasion.
Creamy Tomato and Roasted Eggplant Soup - PARVE
Make this tomato and roasted eggplant soup when super creamy, filling, satisfying and low-calorie soup. On pot and one baking sheet is all you need for this easy tomato eggplant soup. Vegan and gluten-free. Don't like eggplant? Read on for some variations of this tomato soup
Vegetarian French Onion Soup- DAIRY
This super delicious Vegetarian French Onion Soup is rich, decadent, and comforting it is all you need to keep warm and cozy this winter. By replacing the traditional beef broth with a rich mushroom broth we made this Vegetarian French Onion Soup Recipe simply irresistible.
Baked Feta & Cheddar Zucchini Frittata - DAIRY
This versatile baked zucchini frittata is light, savory, and ideal for lunch or dinner. All you need to successfully make a frittata is some cooked veggies and eggs. In this case, we used zucchini, eggs, cheese, and some herbs. Easy, simple, and delicious.
Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Spiced Chickpeas - PARVE
This savory and perfectly-spiced cauliflower salad is topped with Moroccan spiced chickpeas and a spicy tahini dressing. Put it all on a bed of peppery arugula, top it with almonds and pomegranates and you will have the salad of your dreams! If pomegranates are not in season add blueberries instead
Fennel And Chickpea Stew - PARVE
Boost your veggie intake with this super flavorful fennel and chickpea stew. Seasoned with Herbes de Provence and just a touch of heat.
Cauliflower & Cheese Fritters- DAIRY
Delicious, appetizer side dish or even entree, making it healthier by adding cauliflower!
Broccoli Salad -PARVE or DAIRY
We've given the Classic Broccoli Salad a Mediterranean makeover by adding feta cheese or goat cheese to make it pop with flavor. You can make it vegan by using vegan cheese or skipping the cheese altogether.
Stuffed Dates with Goat Cheese - DAIRY
Stuffed dates with goat cheese drizzled with honey are the perfect little bites when you need a quick easy and impressive appetizer for your holiday gathering or potluck party.
High Protein Creamed Spinach Pasta Bake - PARVE or DAIRY
This delicious high-protein pasta bake is made with Chickpea pasta and delicious vegan creamed spinach. A protein-rich gluten-free pasta bake dinner that is easy to make.
Feta Watermelon Salad - DAIRY
Watermelon salad makes for an easy, refreshing, and light summer salad. If you’ve never tasted watermelon and feta cheese together before, it may sound like a strange combination. But give it a taste, and you will certainly be hooked. The sweetness of the juicy watermelon meets the rich, salty feta and the fresheness of the mint leaves creating an explosion of flavor on every perfect bite.
Bourekas (Cheese Sambousek) - DAIRY
This cheese Sambusek recipe is our grandmother's recipe, It is a real treat, buttery, flaky dough filled with cheese. It is worth the time it takes to make them. Warning: they will not last long. This Shavuot recipe is the one everyone looks forward to every year. This is one of our most requested Shavuot recipes at our home.
Chickpea Fritters - PARVE
Chickpea fritters are a great appetizer and you can also make great-tasting sandwiches using this vegan chickpea fritters recipe. We've perfected the texture and added so much flavor you will be amazed.
Parmesan Crisps - DAIRY
Parmesan cheese crisps are the perfect little appetizer bite or snack. They're like a nutty and savory gluten-free cracker. Eat them plain, with fresh salsa, with a dip, or include them as part of your cheeseboard.
Mac And Cheese Bites - DAIRY or PARVE
You'll love these baked-to-perfection, cheesy, gooey mac and cheese bites (with a vegan option). Use chickpea pasta for added protein.
Bite-Size Chipotle Cheese Stuffed Potatoes - DAIRY
Bite-size Chipotle Cheese Stuffed Potatoes. The creamy and spicy chipotle cheese complements perfectly the sweetness of these bite-sized stuffed and twice-baked Yukon gold potatoes.
Fig And Cheese Empanadas - DAIRY
If you like the combination of sweet and savory flavors, you will love these fresh fig and cheese empanadas! The perfect bite-size snack or appetizer.
Mushroom, Zucchini & Quinoa Breakfast Muffins - DAIRY
Great bite-size appetizer recipe
Crispy Garlic Basil White Pizza - DAIRY
This delicious crispy white pizza spring roll appetizer will wow your friends and family -- they’re great for a Shavuot appetizer.
20-Minute Shakshuka - DAIRY
Have you heard of Shakshuka? It’s been gaining popularity over the last few years and we’re not surprised! It’s a spicy and savory dish made with tomatoes, warm seasonings, and eggs all simmered together. Can you think of anything more comforting?
Seven Stunning Ricotta Crostini Recipes - DAIRY
Mediterranean cuisine is synonymous with fresh, high-quality cheeses and vegetables made in simple preparations to highlight their unique flavors. Our Ricotta Crostini Recipe is a great example of how decadent a humble slice of bread with good ricotta cheese can be!
Cheese, Spinach & Quinoa Bites - DAIRY
Everyone LOVES bite-size foods, especially when they’re made in muffin tins. And quite frankly, what’s not to love? Portion controlled, easy to eat, and best of all, super easy to prepare!
Malabi, Rose Water Milk Pudding (With Vegan Options) - DAIRY OR PARVE
Close your eyes and get transported to the Mediterranean with this rose water-scented dessert... Silky smooth, creamy milk pudding that feels like a cloud in your mouth, topped with a bright red raspberry syrup and crunchy pistachios
Knafeh - Move over cheesecake, there is a new player in town! - DAIRY
Sweet and incredibly delicious, our cheese Knafeh (ka-nee-fah) is a family favorite. Made with shredded phyllo dough, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella cheese to create a fascinating dessert swimming in orange blossom syrup and crushed pistachios. This will be your most unique Shavuot Recipe!
Basque Cheesecake- DAIRY
This must-try burnt basque cheesecake (tarta de queso vasca) is impossible to mess up and has a rustic exterior with a rich, creamy, decadent texture. It's the most decadent cheesecake you will ever make! If you’ve never made a cheesecake before, this is the one to start with!
Baklava Cheesecake - DAIRY
Our baklava cheesecake is not just any dessert, but a true showstopper that marries the rich, nutty flavors of baklava with the creamy, dreamy goodness of cheesecake. What's better than one dessert? Two fabulous desserts combined into one mouthwatering creation. If you're a fan of baklava and cheesecake, this recipe will blow your mind. I
Apple Pie Cheesecake - DAIRY
What happens when two of our favorite desserts combine? This Apple Pie Cheesecake! It’s a fluffy, decadent cheesecake filled with apple pie flavors. We used low-fat cream cheese and yogurt instead of full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for a lightened-up dessert with cooked apples folded in rather than just placed on top. A crumb topping finishes it all off with the perfect bite!
Strawberry Cheesecake Popsicles-DAIRY
A refreshing and decadent treat, perfect for a hot summer day!
Dark Chocolate Truffles -DAIRY
Make a batch of these dreamy, creamy skinny chocolate truffles. They will become your go-to 55-calorie guilt-free treat. Trust us, try them and you will thank us later.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Tart - PARVE
This chocolate peanut butter tart is vegan, gluten-free and the best part is that is super easy to make and it only requires 6 ingredients. The hardest is to wait for it to set! a Great sweet way to celebrate Shavuot!
Nana's Cranberry Pistachio Mandelbrot - PARVE
Mandelbrot are the perfect little crunchy cookies to dip in coffee, tea, or sweet dessert wine. We love adding cranberries and pistachios to ours, but the flavor combinations are endless! Check out the recipe to explore them all.
Vegan Gluten-Free Blueberry Raspberry Bars - PARVE
Inspired by Smitten Kitchen's Blueberry Crumb Bars, our vegan, gluten-free blueberry raspberry bars are just as rich and decadent, and will satisfy your sweet cravings all year long!
5- Ingredient Chocolate Chia Pudding - PARVE
This smooth and creamy chia pudding recipe is made from chia seeds, unsweetened cocoa powder, dates, and almond milk creating a rich decadent chocolate chia pudding perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Enjoy this chia seed pudding recipe.
Oh So Comforting Apple Oat Bars - PARVE
Treat your family to these buttery, super comforting apple oat bars after the first day of school. They will love you for it (even more so than they already do! ). Vegan and gluten-free.
Vegan Halva Bars - PARVE
These vegan halva bars are definitely not your everyday dessert! Absolutely irresistible, strangely addictive and gluten free.
Vegan Blueberry Crumble - PARVE
This vegan blueberry crumble is like a huge scoop of summer on a plate! Takes less than 10 minutes to prepare, then the oven does the rest of the work! The perfect treat for blueberry lovers. Top it with vegan ice cream and it will become one of your favorite Shavuot recipes!
Cherry & Walnut Goat Milk Ice Cream - DAIRY
Definitely, out of the box, this Goat's milk ice cream is creamy, slightly tangy, decadent, and for sure unique
Vegan Chocolate Cake - PARVE
If you love chocolate, you'll go crazy over this super decadent, fudgy, vegan chocolate cake!
Vegan Lemon Blueberry Cake- PARVE
Sweet, moist and loaded with blueberries, this vegan lemon blueberry cake will become a staple this summer and all year long. No electric mixer needed!
Paula Z
Chag sameach! Thank you for your great recipes and inspiration!
cindele
Thank you for all of these fabulous recipes!! My guests are going to be so happy...not the traditional cheese blintzes, that's for sure!!
Shani
What a great roundup of shavuot recipes. I am definetely trying the cheese borekas!