51 Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes

Thanksgiving 2022 is Thursday, November 24.

In the US Thanksgiving is celebrated on the last Thursday of November.

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We've put together some of our best and favorite Vegan Thanksgiving recipes. Being vegan at Thanksgiving may be a challenge, especially if you share your Thanksgiving dinner table with family or friends that prefer to serve the traditional Thanksgiving Menu.

We are here to help, we suggest that you share these Thanksgiving recipes with your host or simply make a few recipes and bring them along with you. Everyone at the Thanksgiving dinner will love them

Then Thanksgiving vegan recipes you ou will find include appetizers, soups, salads, mains, sides, and desserts.

We hope you enjoy it just as much as we do! Whether you're having a traditional turkey dinner, or you're going meatless, these Vegan Thanksgiving recipes are an absolute crowd-pleaser!

Vegan Thanksgiving Appetizers

From finger foods to dips, to veggie meatballs, we've got your Thanksgiving covered!

Vegan Crab Rangoon

This vegan crab rangoon Thanksgiving appetizer may not fit the definition of a Vegan Thanksgiving dinner, but we guarantee it will be a great success.

Sweet Potato Veggie Meatballs

These Sweet Potato Veggie Meatballs are meatless, nutritious, and only take 5 to 10 minutes to prepare. Let the oven do the rest of the work!

Crunchy Pumpkin Appetizer

A crunchy little finger food that is so good and satisfying that everyone will reach for seconds. If you are having a big crowd, we recommend you double the recipes for this vegan Thanksgiving appetizer.

overhead close yo view of thanksgiving appetizers

Herbed Seitan Vol au Vents

Who says it is hard to cook for vegetarians or vegans? These simple and easy-to-make herbed seitan-filled vol au vents are so full of flavor you will not miss the meat.

A side view of 3 vol au vents filled with seitan and herbs

Pumpkin Apple Turnovers with Everything Bagel Seasoning

There are appetizers… and then there are these Pumpkin Apple Turnovers with Everything Bagel Seasoning! Crunchy on the outside, velvety and buttery on the inside, wrapped in puff pastry, topped with everything bagel seasoning for a punch of flavor. A heavenly bite of Thanksgiving appetizer goodness!

Six Pumpkin apple Bourekas placed on a wooden board.

Vegan Mac and Cheese Bites

Impress your guests with these cheesy, gooey vegan mac and cheese bites! Made with chickpea pasta and baked instead of fried.

A black ceramic plate with 4 mac and cheese bites topped with some marinara sauce and a wooden toothpick on top of each mac and cheese bite. On the backgrounds there is a small bowl with marinara sauce with a wooden spoon sticking out of it and a mini muffin tray with baked mac and cheese bites.

Easy Cheesy Pesto Rolls

These vegan cheesy pesto rolls will be ready to bake in 15 minutes, a fun way to celebrate a vegan Thanksgiving!

45 angle view of a black plate with 3 vegan pesto rolls

Vegan Thanksgiving Soups

Creamy, delicious, and cozy Thanksgiving soup will keep you warm and satisfied.

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

If you love butternut squash but hate having to peel and cut it, we have a great trick for you! It will save you a ton of trouble and will make this Roasted Butternut Squash Soup extra sweet and creamy. A really easy Thanksgiving soup recipe.

Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Soup with Spiced Savory Granola

Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Soup with a unique. Warm, comforting with a crunchy savory granola topping, a real crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving and all winter long.

Bird's eye view of two white bowls filled with vegan pumpkin soup and topped with savory granola

Coconut Carrot Ginger Soup

This soup may not have the traditional Thanksgiving flavors, but it's stunning, nutrient-rich, and simple enough to serve at any weekday meal, but will also steal the show at your Thanksgiving dinner! A must-try Vegan Thankgiving Recipe!

Creamy Sweet Potato Soup

Sweet potatoes don't always have to be paired with marshmallows on Thanksgiving. This vegan sweet potato soup is a creamy combination of hearty sweet potatoes, healthy zucchini, and warming spices. It's an irresistibly delicious and light Thanksgiving soup.

Side view of 3 bowls filled with zucchini sweet potato soup topped with some croutons and black sesame seeds

Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner Main Dishes

If you're having vegan or vegetarian guests this Thanksgiving, these vegan Thanksgiving main dishes will take the stress out of planning what to make for them. Bonus: everyone will want to dig into these great Thanksgiving recipes!

Vegan Shepherd’s Pie

This Vegan Shepherd’s Pie is the ultimate vegan comfort food. Warm, delicious, comforting, and full of flavor. A great Vegan Thanksgiving recipe that can also be enjoyed all year long.

Tempeh Wellington

Need an easy, elegant, no-fuss meatless entree for your VeganThanksgiving dinner? Check out this Tempeh Wellington recipe! We think you'll love it!

overhead view of a plate with 2 full vegan Wellington and one sliced

Stuffed Butternut Squash

Side view of two roasted butternut squash halves stuffed with Israeli couscous and topped with dried cranberries

Pumpkin Pasta

This is a really simple dish that is creamy, comforting, and absolutely delicious! Make it as a weeknight dinner or include it on a Thanksgiving Dinner menu and watch it become an instant fall favorite.

Vegan Pot Pies With White Wine Gravy & Olive Oil Crust

Olive oil crust and white wine and Herbes de Provence “gravy” make these mini pot pies really flavorful and a little lighter than the traditional butter and cream-based version. You will not miss the turkey with this vegan Thanksgiving recipe.

Taking a spoonful of an individually portioned vegan pot pie

Pumpkin Canneloni with Cashew Cream

Pumpkin Vegan Cannelloni with Cashew Cream is a super satisfying meatless dish to add to your Thanksgiving table! This recipe is high in protein, creamy, flavorful, vegan, gluten-free, and quick and easy to make.

A white baking dish with high protein pumpkin cannelloni placed on tomato sauce

Hasselback Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberry Pecan Balsamic Glaze

This easy roasted butternut squash dish will take center stage at your Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner!

Birds eye view of two hasselback butternut squash topped with cranberries, pecans and pomegranates

Vegan Wild Rice and Chorizo Stuffed Baby Pumpkin

No turkey? No problem! Stuff these cute little pumpkins with a hearty mix of wild rice, vegan chorizo, squash, and veggies and you're all set!

Side View of two baby pumpkins filled with vegetables and vegan chorizo

Edamame & Mung Bean Pasta With Caramelized Onions & Chestnuts

A Vegan Thanksgiving main dish that even meat-eaters will enjoy!

Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie

A hearty vegan entrée for Thanksgiving, this savory Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie brings together ingredients that are incredibly nutritious and comforting at the same time!

Vegan Thanksgiving Sides & Salads

Vegetables, stuffing, rolls, cornbread, sweet potatoes, and much more!

Lemon Cranberry Vegan Cornbread

This Lemon Cranberry Vegan Cornbread is great for breakfast or as a side on your Vegan Thanksgiving holiday table.

two pieces of vegan cornbread on a black plate.

Warm Green Beans with Chestnuts Pomegranates and Lemony Tahini

Move over green bean casserole! There's a new (and healthier) side in town. Fresh, crunchy, nutty, and just delicious.

bid's eye view of a serving dish with green beans with tahini and pomegranates

Roasted Green Beans with Cranberries and Dukkah

Spice up your holiday table with these Roasted Green Beans & Fresh cranberries with Dukkah, which are quick and easy to make.

Thanksgiving Cauliflower Stuffing

This stress-free, grain-free, gluten-free, meat-free Thanksgiving Cauliflower Stuffing recipe might be just what you need to start the weekend...

Sweet Potato Vegan Biscuits

These moist, slightly sweet vegan biscuits are a Southern favorite and are great when served for dinner and breakfast!

Three sweet potato biscuits stacked on a black plate

Mashed Cauliflower with Herbed Chestnuts

Creamy and comforting, this mashed cauliflower recipe can easily replace mashed potatoes on your Thanksgiving table! And the hearty herbed chestnut topping adds a wonderful punch of flavor. A favorite Vegan Thanksgiving Side.

Side close-up view of a baking dish with mashed cauliflower and herbed chestnuts

Vegan Apple-Chestnut Cornbread Stuffing

This delicious cornbread stuffing has great versatility and will fast become a family favorite at your Vegan Thanksgiving holiday meal.

Full view of a dish of vegan apple chestnut vegan cornbread stuffing

Stuffed Sweet Potatoes With Maple Pomegranate Drizzle

Roasted Sweet potatoes stuffed with dried fruit and drizzled with a maple pomegranate reduction, a healthy and comforting side dish that everyone will enjoy.

Roasted Sweet potatoes stuffed with dried fruit and drizzled with a maple pomegranate glaze on a wood board

Sweet and Savory Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet, savory, creamy, and delicious sweet potato pie. Serve as a side dish or as a not-so-sweet dessert.

Chianti and Pear Cranberry Chutney

Adding Chianti wine and pears to fresh cranberries results in a bold-flavored chutney. A fun delicious twist on the classic cranberry sauce, perfect for your Vegan Thanksgiving Table.

A blue serving cup with pear wine and cranberry chutney

Vegan Butternut Squash Apple Stuffing

Tired of serving the same old stuffing every year? Check out this Vegan Butternut Squash Apple Stuffing recipe and you’ll surprise everyone at the Thanksgiving table!

Gluten-Free Two-Potato, Apple & Chestnut Stuffing

A little twist on a Thanksgiving dinner favorite that your vegan and gluten-free guests will be thankful for!

Side view of a baking dish with a potato stuffing

Easy Vegan Mushroom Gravy

This easy vegan mushroom gravy will make your non-vegan friends speechless, wondering if its time for them to give up meat!

Side view of a white bowl with vegan mushroom gravy

Warm Roasted Fennel Salad

Savory. Warm. Crunchy. Sweet. Not typically words you would associate with fennel salad, but in this case, it’s all of that and more.

Bird's eye view of a red cabbage and roasted fennel salad

Super Easy Quinoa Salad

A powerhouse quinoa salad recipe that brings a double-dose of protein and antioxidants.

Bird's eye view of a plate filled with a quinoa salad topped with pomegranates and nuts

Vegan Kale Caesar Salad with Mushroom Bacon Bits

Looking for a great dish to entertain AND to wow your guest on your Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner? You’ll love this Vegan Kale Caesar Salad With Mushroom Bacon Bits!

Bird's eye view of a plate filled with Kale Salad with sweet roasted butternut squash and juicy pomegranate seeds

Tahini Mashed Potatoes

Use tahini instead of butter in these mashed potatoes. A Middle Eastern twist that is as creamy and delicious and will definitely surprise your guests!

Vegan Thanksgiving Desserts

We've got your dessert covered, from pies to mousse, ice cream, and cake!

Easy Bourbon Pecan Pie

This a super easy bourbon pecan pie recipe with an unusual ingredient that helps hold the filling together. Can you guess what it is? It will become the star dessert of your Vegan Thanksgiving dinner!

Cranberry Pear Pie

This vegan cranberry pear pie is the perfect way to end your Thanksgiving meal. With the right balance of sweet and tart, and pretty to look at!

Pumpkin Coffee Cake

If you're a pumpkin lover, you must try our pumpkin coffee cake! Super moist, with a sweet, crunchy tahini oat topping that is to die for. Do you prefer traditional streusel? We give you that option as well!

Pumpkin Bread

This is a perfectly moist pumpkin bread that’s totally vegan! It isn’t overly sweet, but it’s perfectly spiced and filled with pumpkin flavor and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips. A Vegan Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread will become your favorite fall and winter breakfast, snack, or dessert bread.