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.

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

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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.