Thanksgiving is all about comfort on the table but if you eat vegetarian or vegan or you’re hosting vegetarian guests, it can feel tricky to plan a complete vegetarian Thanksgiving menu. So I’ve put together all the vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes mains, classic potato sides, cranberry dishes, appetisers, brunch ideas and desserts all in one place for a plant based holiday feast.

In this post, I am sharing my best vegetarian and vegan Thanksgiving recipes. Everything for your plant-based holiday feast and Thanksgiving table and make it a Happy Thanksgiving!

Start with the master collection here: All Thanksgiving Recipes

• When you’re celebrating Thanksgiving for vegetarians or hosting plant based food lovers
• you’re doing a Friendsgiving,
• or you just want cosy, holiday-style vegetarian food.

How to Build a Vegetarian Thanksgiving Menu

A vegetarian Thanksgiving doesn’t need a turkey — it needs one hero dish + comforting sides + something cranberry + dessert.

Formula you can follow:

• 1 showstopper main: like Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce
• 2–3 sides: e.g. Scalloped Potatoes, Irish Colcannon, Air Fryer Parmesan Cauliflower
• 1 cranberry dish: Classic Cranberry Sauce or Cranberry Rice Pilaf
• 1–2 appetisers or dips: Chili Crisp Greek Yogurt Dip, Cheese Balls
• 1 dessert: Eggless Cranberry Walnut Tea Cake or Crinkle Top Brownies

Best Vegetarian Thanksgiving Mains

1

Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini

Roasted, tender, and drizzled with a creamy, nutty tahini sauce, it’s a healthy and delicious dish that’s easy to make. Ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings!

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2

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Dreamed of a pizza that's gluten-free and low-carb ? That’s exactly what these stuffed Portobello mushrooms are!

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1. Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini sauce is your vegetarian Thanksgiving showpiece. It looks festive, it’s easy to carve at the table. Serve with mushroom gravy and cranberry rice pilaf for a complete plate.
2. Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms.
3. Crispy Tofu In Easy Satay Sauce

Great for smaller gatherings or when you want veg mains.

Vegetarian Thanksgiving Sides & Potatoes

3

Scalloped Potatoes

Learn how to make the best scalloped potatoes—creamy, cheesy, and baked to golden-brown perfection. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or holiday side dish.

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4

Easy Irish Colcannon Recipe

This comforting Irish dish is a blend of creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed kale, and green onions.  This Easy Irish Colcannon recipe is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy family dinner.

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5

Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower

This healthy and easy Parmesan roasted cauliflower recipe in Air-fryer is a delicious way to enjoy cauliflower. It's made in the air fryer for a crispy, spicy and healthy side dish that the whole family will love. Even better, this Air fryer roasted Cauliflower is ready in just 20 minutes!

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6

Best Vegetarian Mushroom Gravy Recipe

A rich, 15-minute vegetarian mushroom gravy made from scratch with a few ingredients. Simple vegan mushroom gravy recipe that is creamy and delicious. It is dairy free and No meat drippings required. Perfect over mashed potatoes, holiday stuffing, poutine, or roasted veggies.

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Mushroom and Butter Bean Gravy

Try this creamy mushroom butter bean sauce recipe for a hearty, flavorful meal. It’s perfect as a mushroom butter bean curry or butter bean and mushroom gravy, packed with rich flavors and a smooth, creamy texture!

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Air Fryer Thanksgiving Recipe

air fryer thanksgiving recipes, easy vegetarian thanksgiving sides

• Easy Irish Colcannon Recipe: Mashed potatoes + greens perfect to pair with roasted cauliflower.
• Scalloped Potatoes Recipe: Creamy, baked, classic this is my go to vegetarian Thanksgiving side.
• Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower in Air Fryer.
• You can make this vegetarian gravy two ways
  • Mushroom Gravy (Vegetarian): You can serve this mushroom gravy over scalloped potatoes, colcannon or even the roasted cauliflower.
  • Mushroom Butter Beans Gravy

Cranberry Recipes for Thanksgiving

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Cranberry Rice Pilaf

Cranberry Rice Pilaf Recipe is a festive and flavorful side dish made with fluffy rice, tart cranberries, and fresh herbs. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday meal.

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9

Homemade Classic Cranberry Sauce Recipe

This homemade cranberry sauce is classic and one of the easiest cranberry sauce recipe ever. You can make this best cranberry sauce with fresh or frozen cranberries in minutes. This easy, make ahead sauce is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner or any times of the year.

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1. Classic Cranberry Sauce Recipe: Must-have. It can be made ahead and chilled.
2. Cranberry Rice Pilaf

Appetisers, Dips & Party Nibbles

10

Chili Crisp Greek Yogurt Dip (5 Minutes)

Sizzling chili crisp greek yogurt dip recipe. Tasty, creamy, healthy, and pairs perfectly with nachos and chips. Perfect appetiser for a party, Friday night chips and dip with drinks or a Super Bowl game-day snack.

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11

Air-Fried Cheese Balls

Discover how to make crispy, cheesy air-fried cheese balls with potatoes and halloumi cheese. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick snack with minimal oil and maximum flavor.

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12

Old Fashioned Onion Rings Recipe:

Who doesn't love crispy, golden onion rings? They're the ultimate comfort food and a perfect snack for any occasion. If you thought you couldn't make them at home, think again! Today, I'm sharing my recipe for old-fashioned onion rings – vegan, egg-free, and oh-so-delicious. So let's get cooking!

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13

Cheese balls

Cheese Balls is a crispy and mouth-watering delicious appetizer that you can serve with ketchup or green chutney. They are a perfect appetizer for a weekend party or for a quick tea-time snack.

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1. Chili Crisp Greek Yogurt Dip: Serve with veggie sticks, crackers, or put it on a snack board before dinner.
2. Cheese Balls Recipe: Easy vegetarian party starter for Thanksgiving guests.

14

Cheese Potato Bites Recipe

Cheese potato bites also known as tater tots are crispy delightful and tasty snack with a crispy and cheesy vegetable and potato covering outside with a soft burst of melty cheese in the middle. It's perfect crowd pleaser party snack.

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15

Onion Bhajias in Air-Fryer

Learn how to make crispy, oil-free onion bhajias in an air fryer with a tangy twist of raw mango. This quick, healthy, and gluten-free recipe is perfect for a guilt-free snack or appetizer!

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Thanksgiving Weekend Vegetarian Brunch Ideas

If you are planning a brunch for thanksgiving these are a few of my favourites to serve for Thanksgiving brunch table.

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Starbucks Egg Bites Recipe

Starbucks-style egg bites copycat recipe at home. Oven-baked recipe with Instant pot option. Perfect meal prep breakfast that is high protein and low carb, tastes delicious and is customizable!

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17

High Protein Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs

Scrambled eggs with cottage cheese turn fluffy, melt‑in‑your‑mouth and high‑protein scrambled eggs 30 g protein, keto‑friendly, ready in 10 minutes.

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18

Chocolate French Toast Recipe

Best Chocolate french toast recipe for the holiday season. Ooey gooey chocolate french toasts with just the right amount of buttery smoothness, chocolatey sweetness, and creamy richness. These are an ideal breakfast or dessert for breakfast.

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McDonalds Copycat Hash brown Recipe

Crispy hash browns that are crispy outside and mouth melting soft inside. Don’t we all love fried potatoes for breakfast? Here’s the recipe and secret to make perfectly browned and extra crispy the BEST hash brown every time.

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20

Hot Chocolate Recipe

Best homemade hot chocolate recipe to make for a decadent, luscious, rich and creamy hot chocolate this holiday season. It is easy to make, ready in just a few minutes, made with only four ingredients. Dairy-free Vegan Option included.

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21

High Protein Cottage Cheese Flatbread Recipe

high protein cottage cheese flatbread. Whether you’re following a keto diet, watching your carb intake, or simply looking for a nutritious gluten-free option, this recipe ticks all the boxes. With just three simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you’ll have delicious flatbread ready to enjoy in no time.

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Pair Them with Some of my favourite beverages perfect for your vegetarian brunch table for thanksgiving or any other day.

• Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe
• Masala Chai Latte
• Strawberry Matcha Latte
• Vegan Cold Coffee- No Milk Required
• Iced Matcha Latte
• Mango Lassi Recipe

Festive Salads For ThanksGiving

No thanksgiving table is complete without colourful salads to celebrate the seasonal salads here are a few salad recipes for vegetarian thanksgiving menu. You can try more Salads Recipes that are equally delicious.

22

Indian Fruit Salad Recipe

Make a delicious and healthy Indian fruit salad with this easy recipe. Packed with seasonal fruits and Indian spices, it's perfect for any occasion.

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23

ABC Salad Recipe- Apple Beet Carrot Salad

Try this ABC Salad recipe. A good skin salad that’s high in fiber and packed with ingredients to support healthy skin. With apples, beetroots, and carrots, it’s a delicious and easy way to nourish your body inside out!

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24

Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe

A 5‑minute, no‑cook summer salad featuring colorful heirloom tomatoes, olive oil and feta cheese.

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25

Holiday Honeycrisp Salad

Enjoy a refreshing Holiday Honeycrisp Salad with crisp greens, juicy Honeycrisp apples, and a tangy homemade dressing. This high-fiber, gluten-free Holiday Honeycrisp Apple Salad recipe is perfect for glowing skin and seasonal health!

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26

Orange Pomegranate Salad Recipe

Orange pomegranate salad is a delicious salad recipe with sweet, tangy flavors of oranges and pomegranates. Serve it as side dish or light meal. Here is a simple recipe for an orange pomegranate salad:

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27

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Recipe Salad with this easy and healthy recipe. Featuring roasted corn, tangy lime, creamy Cotija cheese, and a touch of spice, this quick salad is perfect as a side dish, snack, or topping for tacos.

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Desserts For Thanksgiving

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Classic Mulled Wine Recipe

Easy Mulled wine recipe for holidays and new year. All you need is a bottle of red wine, mulling spices and brandy or rum with some oranges and simmer everything.

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29

eggless chocolate chip cookie

Eggless chocolate chip cookies recipe for chewy in center, crisp on edges, loaded with chocolate chips. Easy to make BEST chocolate chip cookies without egg

30

Eggless Cake Cranberry Walnut Cake

Eggless cake that is light, moist with a tender crumb. This eggless cake recipe is incredibly easy to bake, and requires minimal ingredients. A slice of this teacake is perfect for tea time or any time. You can make this easy recipe of eggless cake without eggs from scratch.

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31

Best Fudgy Dark Chocolate Brownie

This chocolate brownie recipe is the fudgiest brownie recipe you ever had. This homemade brownie is chocolaty, gooey, fudgy with a perfect crackle top. Beginners, follow this special tip to make the best crackle top brownie at home.

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• Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies: bake ahead and store in airtight container
• Eggless Cranberry Walnut Tea Cake: Holiday flavour + eggless
• Ultimate Fudgy Crinkle Top Brownie: Good chocolate based dessert to balance cranberry.

Make Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips

• Cranberry Sauce: make 3–4 days ahead, refrigerate in glass jar.
• Cranberry Rice Pilaf: cook, cool, refrigerate; reheat with 1–2 tbsp stock/water.
• Scalloped Potatoes: bake earlier in the day; reheat covered so the top doesn’t dry.
• Dips/Cheese Balls: make a day before and chill.
• Mushroom Gravy: make, cool, refrigerate; reheat gently and thin with stock/milk.

Most of these vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes can be made ahead, which is useful if you’re cooking in a smaller kitchen or you’re working on just a single oven for vegetarian guests or people who love vegan plant based dishes.

Equipment & Serving Suggestions (Great for Small Kitchens)

• Air Fryer: for the Parmesan roasted cauliflower and other dishes.
• 9×13 casserole baking dish: for scalloped potatoes.
• Heavy pan: Making Dishes
• Dutch oven: for keeping gravies warm.
• Airtight containers: for make ahead cranberry dishes.
• Oven to table serving dishes: saves time and looks festive.

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Enjoy these healthy Labor Day recipes perfect for a picnic, barbecue, or backyard party! This collection of end-of-summer recipes are a perfect crowd pleaser for a gathering. There’s everything from mains and sides to drinks and desserts, that are easy to mix and match for the tastiest Labor Day weekend spread which is packed with season’s freshest flavors.

Labor Day 2025 is on September 1st, it’s the perfect time to fire up the grill, pack a picnic, or host a cozy dinner at home. Think veggie burgers, pizzas on the grill, colorful salads, dips, snacks, and refreshing desserts.

Whether you’re planning a backyard BBQ or bringing a dish to share, these Labor Day menu ideas are healthy, vegetarian, and delicious. Send summer off in style with these Labor Day weekend recipes.

So skip the stress of planning! These healthy Labor Day recipes all vegetarian, many make-ahead friendly, and perfect for creating an unforgettable end of summer feast.

Healthy Labor Day Appetizers & Starters

Start your celebration with easy vegetarian appetizers that are perfect for sharing. Fresh dips, finger foods, and picnic-ready bites make entertaining stress-free and delicious.

Vegetarian Finger Foods for Parties

If you are looking to add some nibbles to start your cookout these Labor Day recipes for party appetisers are a perfect start.

• Cheese potato balls
• Vegetable cutlets
• Butter Garlic Mushrooms
• vegetarian appetizers
• Samosa Pizza
• Baked Mini Samosa

Easy Dips & Picnic-Perfect Snacks

Wholesome hummus, chutneys, and light dips pair beautifully with chips, crackers, or fresh veggies for a healthy Labor Day starter.

• Colourful Labneh Balls
• Beetroot Hummus
• Muhammara Recipe
• Chilli Oil Yogurt Dip
• Best Guacamole Recipe
• Labneh Tomato Dip
• Baba Ganoush Dip

Labor Day BBQ & Grilling Recipes

Fire up the grill with these vegetarian Labor Day BBQ recipes. Perfect for outdoor cookouts and backyard parties, these dishes are flavorful, filling, and festive.

Vegetarian Burgers, Skewers & Grilled Mains

Try hearty veggie burgers, paneer tikka skewers, Malai Broccoli Tikka , or grilled flatbreads that everyone, even meat eaters will love.

Light & Healthy Cookout Ideas

Grilled vegetables, stuffed peppers, and lighter mains are great options for a healthier Labor Day barbecue menu.

Fresh & Colorful Labor Day Side Dishes

No party is complete without vibrant side dishes. These healthy sides highlight seasonal produce and are easy to prep ahead.

Summer Salads with Seasonal Produce

From quinoa salads to tomato-cucumber bowls, fresh salads bring color and crunch to your Labor Day weekend recipes.

• Spiced Cucumber Salad with Whipped Yogurt
• Korean cucumber Salad
• Persian Beetroot Salad
• High Protein Quinoa Salad
• Heirloom Tomato Salad
• Fresh Tomato Salad
• Mango Carpaccio Salad

Veggie Sides That Everyone Loves

Simple yet tasty sides like roasted corn, spiced potatoes, and chutneys round out your Labor Day cookout menu. Try some of my favourites for your labor day recipes selection.

• Roasted Corn Salad
• Herb Potato Salad

Pasta Salads

For a refreshing and tasty addition to your Labor Day menu, these delightful pasta salads are crowd pleasers. These vegetarian and vegan Labor Day recipes are easy to make and full of flavor.

• Taco Pasta Salad
• Mediterranean Pasta Chickpea Salad

Labor Day Desserts & Drinks

End your meal on a sweet note with healthy summer desserts and refreshing drinks. Light, fruity, and easy-to-make treats. These easy Labor Day dessert recipes everyone will enjoy.

Healthy & Fruity Summer Desserts

Think fruit parfaits, chia puddings, and no-bake desserts perfect for keeping your Labor Day menu healthy yet indulgent. Try out these labor day recipes to mark end of summer.

• Mango Icecream
• Simple Fruit Salad
• Matcha Chia Pudding
• Mango Matcha Chia pudding
• Strawberry Parfait Chia Pudding

Refreshing Beverages & Party Drinks

Cool off with light and fruity lemonade, mocktails, iced teas, or spritzers, ideal Labor Day party drinks for a hot weekend. Quench your thirst with refreshing drinks perfect for Labor Day. All these beverages are easy to make and offer a delightful, cooling touch to your holiday celebration.

• Strawberry Lemonade
• Watermelon Agua Fresca
• Hibiscus Tea
• Refreshing and healthy Butterfly Bluepea flower Tea
• Mango Lassi

Easy Labor Day Menu Ideas 2025

Simplify your planning with Labor Day menu ideas that combine mains, sides, drinks, and desserts. Perfect labor day recipes for buffets, BBQs, or picnics.

1. Picnic, Party & Backyard BBQ Menu Plans

Choose a few favorites to build a balanced menu that works for any gathering style.

2. Mix-and-Match Recipes for Every Gathering

Create your own Labor Day buffet with versatile vegetarian dishes that guests can enjoy all day long.

More Labor Day Weekend Ideas

• Labor Day Breakfast ideas → Prep-ahead breakfast for Labor Day morning.
• Lighter Main Dishes For a Healthy Celebration
  • Scalloped Potatoes
  • Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce
  • The Best Mushroom Sauce
  • Easy and Delicious Rice Dinners
  • Herbed Rice with Healthy Mushroom Gravy
  • Mushroom Butter Beans Gravy
  • Four Cheese Pasta
  • Dumpling Soup → lighter main dish for healthy celebrations

End-of-Summer Recipes to Celebrate Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day 2025 falls on September 1st, making it the perfect send-off to summer. Celebrate with these end-of-summer vegetarian recipes that highlight fresh produce, easy cooking, and festive flavors for an unforgettable holiday.

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