32 Nourishing, Delicious, Plant-Based Thanksgiving Recipes

With Thanksgiving just a few weeks away, I wanted to share a roundup of favorite nourishing, delicious, and relatively simple to make plant-based Thanksgiving recipes. Whether you’re having a full-on plant-based feast, in need of a veggie-friendly dish for a Friendsgiving potluck, making sure your dietary needs are met (and taste buds satisfied) at a more traditional celebration, or wanting to surprise and delight your friends and family with just how delicious plant-based food can be – this list has something for everyone. 

Enjoy making and sharing these wonderful recipes, in good health and in good company! 

Classics:

• Mushroom Gravy with Shallots and Herbs

• Mashed Potatoes

• Sweet Potato Biscuits

• Vegan Stuffing

• Mac & Cheese

• Cornbread 

• Sweet Potato Casserole with Rosemary Walnuts

Hearty Sides:

• Glazed Leeks with Pine Nut Salsa Verde

• Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Warm Honey Glaze

• Kale Salad with Marinated Beets, Lentils and Almond Cheese

• Green Beans with Garlic and Ginger

• Lemon and Tomato Roasted Potatoes

• Caramelized Carrots and Shallots with Carrot Top Pesto 

• Apple Kale Salad with Miso Mustard Dressing

Mains:

• Twice Baked, Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Macadamia Ricotta 

• Stuffed Squash with Broccoli Rabe and Quinoa

• One Pan Brussels Sprout and Red Lentil Pie with Root Vegetable Crust

• Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Pistachio Pesto 

• Creamy Pumpkin Pasta with Sage and Walnuts

• Butternut Galette with Shallots, Apples, and GF Black Pepper Crust

• Mushroom and Onion Cauliflower Bake

Desserts:

• Pumpkin Pie

• Apple Pecan Pie with Salted Pumpkin Caramel 

• Apple Crisp

• Classic Pecan Pie

• Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie

• Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

To Drink:

• Mulled (Hard) Apple Cider

• Persimmon Champagne Cocktail with Sage and Cinnamon (sub sparkling water for a non-alcoholic option)

• Spiced Cranberry Orange Margarita 

• Rosemary Champagne Cocktail with Blood Orange 

• Persimmon Eggnog

For tips on creating healthy, plant-based holiday meals, or for navigating unique dietary preferences at holiday gatherings, email healthcoach@ellwoodthompsons.com to schedule your free 30-minute nutrition counseling session.