40 Favorite Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes

Need a little inspiration for Thanksgiving this year? From starters to soups to savories to sweets - here are 40+ favorite vegan Thanksgiving recipes from our kitchen to yours. Happy Holidays from The Carrot Underground!

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to celebrate the joy of vegan living by sharing all your favorite fall dishes, made entirely with plant-based ingredients. Just because traditional Thanksgiving recipes often call for animal-based products doesn't mean you can't create a spread that's even more delicious - and 100% vegan!

You can still savor all the Thanksgiving classics with every tasty detail, from homemade stuffing and old-fashioned green bean casserole, to sweet yams, mashed potatoes smothered in gravy, and of course, the star of dessert - Grandma's famous pumpkin pie! Foods everyone at the table will love - vegans and non-vegans alike.

Making new traditions

Over the last 30+ years, my family and I have had so much fun transforming our cherished heirloom recipes into vegan versions. It's been amazing to see how we can keep all the wonderful flavors and textures that make these dishes so special, simply by using plant-based ingredients.

Along the way, we've created new traditions of our own, while honoring the love and care that our parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents put into each dish. It's our way of carrying on their legacy, bringing everyone's favorite recipes to the table in a fresh, delicious way and hosting the most memorable plant-based celebrations!

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From our table to yours, we hope you enjoy these 40 + favorite vegan Thanksgiving recipes. May you find that special recipe that becomes a new tradition for you! Wishing you a very happy and delicious Thanksgiving!

🥕STARTERS & SOUPS

Cranberry Cheese Bites

Vegan Cranberry Cheese Bites  Deliciously festive bite-size appetizers baked in puff pastry with vegan cream cheese and topped with cranberry orange sauce and fresh herbs.

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Easy Cheesy Pepper Poppers

Easy Cheesy Vegan Pepper Poppers  Get the party started with these tasty, toasty, spicy, cheese-filled mini sweet bell peppers.

Fiesta Pinwheels

Easy Vegan Fiesta Pinwheels  Festive & tasty tortilla rolls filled with plant-based cheeses, veggies, peppers & herbs. Celebrate everyday!

Easy Lentil Veggie Soup

Easy Vegan Lentil Veggie Soup A simply delicious & satisfying one-pot soup made of lentils, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower and celery simmered in vegetable broth. Oil-free and GF.

Congressional Bean Soup

Congressional Bean Soup (Vegan) A rich and delicious bean soup inspired by the famous House Bean Soup and Senate Bean Soup served at the U.S. Capitol since the 1800's.

Rustic Vegetable Soup

Vegan Rustic Vegetable Soup   A delicious one-pot soup abundant with a bounty of hearty, healthy veggies & flavor. Absolutely delicious, easy to prepare & oh so satisfying. Oil-free option. GF

1-Pot Carrot Ginger Soup

1-Pot Carrot Ginger Soup  A warm, nourishing blend of fresh carrots, zesty ginger, and simple pantry staples. Naturally vegan and vegetarian, it's easy, flavorful, and perfect for any season.

Creamy Broccoli Soup

Best Vegan Creamy Broccoli Soup You'll feel so good indulging in this delicious whole-food plant-based creamy soup. Gluten-free and oil-free, comfort food just doesn't get much better than this.

Mushroom Seitan Wellington

5 Star Vegan Mushroom Seitan Wellington An exceptionally delicious plant-based roast made of fresh mushrooms, artichoke hearts, cannellini beans, herbs and vital wheat gluten flour surrounded with a rich and savory mushroom paté baked in a delicate pastry crust.

Simple Savory Herbed Tofu

Simple Savory Herbed Tofu An easy and delicious vegan recipe for preparing beautifully seasoned seared tofu as an entree or hearty addition to any meal. Perfect for sandwiches made with Thanksgiving dinner leftovers!

Vegan Chicken Fillets

Vegan Chicken Fillets  Enjoy the best homemade plant-based chicken substitute made with seitan, tofu, nutritional yeast, and seasonings. Perfect for everyday and special occasions, like Thanksgiving!

Shepherd's Pie (Gardener's Pie)

Vegan Shepherd's Pie (Gardener's Pie) A rich and savory plant-based version of a classic comfort dish. Filled with mushrooms, lentils, onions, carrots & peas in gravy and topped with mashed potatoes and cauliflower. Hearty, healthy & so satisfying!

Veggie Pot Pie with Tofu

Homemade Vegan Pot Pie with Tofu A cozy combo of carrots, potatoes, veggies and tofu baked in a savory sauce surrounded by a buttery & flaky crust.

Broccoli Cheese Pot Pie

Vegan Broccoli Cheese Pot Pie Broccoli, potatoes and carrots baked with a rich & creamy vegan cheddar cheese sauce nestled in a buttery flaky crust. Comfort food just got cozier!

🥕SIDE DISHES

Simple Homemade Stuffing

Simple Vegan Homemade Stuffing Celebrating holiday traditions just became a lot easier & more delicious with this simple vegan stuffing/dressing recipe.

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Easy Mashed Potatoes

Easy Vegan Mashed Potatoes Every home cook should know the basics for making perfectly fluffy and delicious mashed potatoes.

Homemade Mushroom Gravy

Vegan Homemade Mushroom Gravy  This rich savory gravy made with fresh mushrooms, herbs, veggie broth and a splash of wine is simply divine!

Scalloped Potatoes with Cabbage

Vegan Scalloped Potatoes  A delicious vegan twist on a classic side dish. Created with thinly sliced potatoes layered between tender leaves of cabbage, creamy plant-based cheese and baked to perfection

Orange Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Orange Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts Beautifully roasted and tossed in a deliciously sweet, sour & savory vegan orange sauce. Brussels sprouts have never tasted or looked so good!

Classic Green Bean Casserole

Vegan Classic Green Bean Casserole  A favorite traditional holiday recipe made even better with all plant-based ingredients! Tasty green beans & crispy onions baked with a savory cream of mushroom gravy. Enjoy this delish vegan side dish any time of year!

Maple Cranberry Yams (sweet potatoes)

Simple Maple Cranberry Yams  A simply delicious vegan version of a favorite Thanksgiving holiday candied yam side dish. Made with sweet potatoes (yams) and vibrant fresh cranberries baked with a citrusy orange and maple glaze.

Twice Baked Yams (sweet potatoes)

Vegan Twice-Baked Yams The simple yam (or sweet potato) just doubled its deliciousness! Wait until you take a bite of one of these hot from the oven. They're easy to make, yummy yammy goodness!

Garden Zucchini Squash Casserole

Garden Zucchini Squash Casserole Fresh zucchini, yellow squash, and ripe red tomatoes topped with toasted Italian breadcrumbs create this easy, healthy & colorfully delicious dish! GF and oil-free options.

Easy Vegan Mac & Cheese

Easy Vegan Mac & Cheese  Comfort food made even better with your favorite pasta covered in a delicious and nutritious creamy homemade plant-based cheddar cheese sauce.

Roasted Root Veggies

Vegan Roasted Root Veggies  It's time to get back to your roots, starting with these delicious, nutritious caramelized roasted carrots and beets.

Simple Sautéed Vegetables

Simple Sautéed Vegetables Everything you need to know to prepare this healthy & delicious recipe for easy vegan sautéed vegetables. GF. Oil-free option.

Maple Cornbread (with whole corn)

Easy Vegan Cornbread  A lightly sweet and fluffy classic quick bread made with 100% plant-based ingredients. Moist and delicious with whole corn kernels & maple syrup. Yum!

🥕CRANBERRY DISHES

Simple Cranberry Orange Sauce

Simple Cranberry Orange Sauce  This easy vegan cranberry sauce recipe will be a welcomed addition to your Thanksgiving or holiday table. A delicious combo of whole cranberries and fresh orange sweetened with maple syrup and a hint of spice. How nice!

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Fresh Cranberry Pineapple Relish

Fresh Cranberry Pineapple Relish  A bright & tangy melange of fresh cranberries, pineapple, oranges & apples lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup and a pinch of holiday spice.

Easy Homemade Cranberry Applesauce

Easy Homemade Cranberry Applesauce A delicious recipe for preparing the best applesauce you've ever had! Fresh apples, cranberries, lemon juice, maple syrup & cinnamon are all you need to create this classic comfort food favorite.

Vegan Retro Jello Cranberry Salad

Vegan Retro Jello Cranberry Salad Experience a blast to the past with this all vegan version of a classic Thanksgiving Jello Cranberry Wobbler salad. Created with a colorful combo of fresh cranberries, oranges, walnuts and spices in a citrusy-sweet plant-based gelatin.

🥕DESSERTS

Old Fashioned Applesauce Cake

Vegan Old Fashioned Applesauce Cake  We've updated a beloved family recipe by creating the perfect marriage of apples, spice and everything nice using all vegan ingredients in this scrumptiously moist & delicious cake.

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Easy Pumpkin Mousse Dessert

Easy Vegan Pumpkin Mousse  A light and luscious no-bake dessert made with pumpkin puree, coconut cream, maple syrup, and pumpkin spice layered with Biscoff cookies crumbles and non-dairy whipped cream.

Mom's Apple Pie

Mom's Easy Vegan Apple Pie  A simply delicious homemade apple pie made with fresh apples, cinnamon, pure maple syrup and a splash of lemon juice.

Simple Zucchini Bread

Simple Vegan Zucchini Bread  A delicious & easy recipe for baking a lightly spicy and sweet homemade quick bread with fresh zucchini, cinnamon, vanilla, walnuts, and a few basic ingredients.

Best Homemade Pumpkin Pie

Best Homemade Vegan Pumpkin Pie  Enjoy the fall flavors of pumpkin & spice with this scrumptious plant-based pumpkin pie recipe.

Homemade Pumpkin Bread

Easy Homemade Vegan Pumpkin Bread  This simply scrumptious recipe captures all the cozy colors and flavors of fall baked into perfectly sweet & tasty loaves. Do you smell the pumpkin spice?

Old Fashioned Apple Crisp

Easy Vegan Old Fashioned Apple Crisp A vegan version of a classic apple dessert made even tastier with a splash of orange juice, a sprinkle of tart cranberries and a crispy caramelized oat topping. Oh my, it's easier than pie!

Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Syrup

Vegan Maple Pumpkin Muffins  Soft, tender, and warmly spiced, with pure maple syrup providing just the right sweetness. Made without eggs or dairy, they're quick and easy to prepare with everyday ingredients.

Cranberry Orange Bread

Vegan Cranberry Orange Bread  Awaken your senses with the inviting aroma and flavors of fresh orange & cranberries in this delicious, easy to make vegan quick bread.