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You are here: Home / Recipes / Recipe Collections / 22 Vegetarian Thanksgiving Ideas: Main Dishes, Sides & More!

22 Vegetarian Thanksgiving Ideas: Main Dishes, Sides & More!

By Traci York — Updated November 5, 2024 — Add comment /
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Vegetarian Thanksgiving Banner with winter squash and leaves on a table.

I’ve pulled together a collection of 22 Vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes, including mains, sides, desserts, and adult beverages. Whether you prefer sweet or savory options, this collection offers a variety of vegetarian Thanksgiving dishes worth savoring! Explore vegan and gluten-free variations available in many recipes. Create an abundant holiday celebration with these hearty and vibrant Vegetarian Thanksgiving Recipes.

1
Butternut Squash Lasagna in a baking pan topped with fresh sage.
4.7 stars (from 15 ratings)

Butternut Squash Lasagna Recipe

Creamy, with fontina béchamel, warming and pure comfort food, this Butternut Squash Lasagna is a delicious addition to your holiday table. Enjoy the convenience of using uncooked (or cooked) lasagna noodles and you can get a jump on prep to pull this dish together with ease.
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2
Overhead shot of Black Eyed Peas and Cornbread Casserole.
4.9 stars (from 13 ratings)

Black Eyed Pea Sweet Potato Cornbread Pot Pie

Southern comfort food at its best, this pot pie features caramelized onions, sweet potatoes, black eye peas, Swiss chard, bell pepper, and herbs, topped with a sweet cornbread crust. It makes a hearty and delicious vegetarian Thanksgiving main.
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3
Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls just pulled from the oven.
4.9 stars (from 18 ratings)

Mushroom Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Packed with umami flavor and delicious ingredients, these Mushroom Stuffed Cabbage Rolls are a hearty vegetarian main dish for your Thanksgiving table. This recipe features mushrooms, brown rice and lentils wrapped in green cabbage then finished in a rich tomato sauce. You can make it ahead for a stress free dinner!
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4
A closeup of the interior of this meatless cottage pie.
4.8 stars (from 6 ratings)

Vegetarian Cottage Pie with Lentils and Mushrooms

Packed with umami flavor, this Vegetarian Cottage Pie is packed with lentils, mushrooms, veggies and herbs and topped with creamy mashed potatoes. It feeds a small crowd and is a festive way to celebrate Thanksgiving or anytime a cozy meal is needed.
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5
White bean mushroom and roasted fennel gratin, vegetarian in a pan with a spoon scooping a portion out.
4.8 stars (from 24 ratings)

Roasted Fennel, Mushroom and White Bean Brown Rice Gratin

Creamy short grain brown rice with gruyere, mushrooms, onions and white beans make the base of this delicious and rich gratin. Topped with roasted fennel and lemony dijon parmesan breadcrumbs, this gratin is a satisfying vegetarian Thanksgiving main.
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6
Sourdough dinner rolls brushed with butter.
4.9 stars (from 12 ratings)

Soft Overnight Sourdough Dinner Rolls

Roasted garlic, herby, cheesy, a combination or plain, these pull apart Sourdough Rolls are spiked with whole wheat, a bit of olive oil to make them oh so soft and a doubled in size sourdough starter. They're full of flavor and customizable. With two baker's schedule options, they're easily incorporated into your holiday prep schedule.
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7
Butter roasted delicata squash on a serving platter with spoons on the side.

Butter Roasted Delicata Squash with Orange Honey Glaze

Butter Roasted Delicata Squash comes together with about 10 minutes of prep, with no peeling needed for the edible skin. Oven roasted in butter, the squash develops a nutty flavor with a tender skin, and creamy texture. Finished with sweet orange honey glaze that’s drizzled over the roasted squash.
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8
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe and Pear with Thyme
5 stars (from 4 ratings)

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Pears with Thyme

An beautiful, versatile and flavorful side awaits your Thanksgiving table. Sweet pears play off savory Brussels sprouts. Herbs, shallots, seasoning and hazelnuts tie it all together. Switch up the flavors by using apples and pecans.
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9
Dutch Oven Mac and Cheese with Cauliflower and a wooden spoon in the dish.
5 stars (from 7 ratings)

Roasted Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Recipe

Creamy, cheesy, rich and so delicious (!!), this Cauliflower Mac and Cheese will satisfy comfort food cravings with sneaky veggies. It features oven roasted cauliflower, pasta shells, cheddar and Parmesan cheese in an easy to make béchamel. This recipe works beautifully as a vegetarian main or as a side.
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10
Overhead image of Green Bean Casserole
5 stars (from 2 ratings)

Vegan Green Bean Casserole

A delicious and rich Vegan Green Bean Casserole recipe is a make ahead ready side dish for your Thanksgiving holiday table! Whip this dairy free casserole up in no time using a homemade cream of mushroom base, fresh green beans and sourdough breadcrumbs!
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11
Beet and Apple Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette in a serving bowl ready to be shared.
5 stars (from 10 ratings)

Beet and Apple Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Fall flavors come together in this simple yet flavor packed salad. With a snappy dressing, Beet and Apple Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette is versatile enough to pull together with your favorite greens.
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12
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Citrus Quinoa Salad with a snappy Honey-Orange Dijon Vinaigrette in a serving bowl garnished with pomegranates and orange slices.
5 stars (from 3 ratings)

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Citrus Quinoa Salad with Honey-Orange Dijon Vinaigrette

Tangy, juicy, and texture rich, Shaved Brussels Sprouts Citrus Quinoa Salad is a colorful and hearty salad for holiday celebrations or weekday lunch! Shave the Brussels sprouts with a knife or food processor for the thinest shreds. Chock full of citrus flavor with pecans for crunch!
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13
Maple-Roasted Cardamom-Spiced Carrots and Apples on a serving platter.

Maple-Roasted Cardamom-Spiced Carrots and Apples

Serve warm or chilled as a side, on a cheese plate or salad, Maple-Roasted Cardamom Spiced Carrots and Apples are lightly sweet, with just a hint of warm spices and herbs. Double the recipe to feed a small crowd.
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14
Southern Style Bourbon Pecan is rich, buttery and sweetened with dark brown sugar and brown rice syrup cradled in an all butter buttermilk pastry. | Vanilla And Bean
4.9 stars (from 13 ratings)

Bourbon Pecan Pie Without Corn Syrup

Calling all bourbon fans… this is your holiday pie! Creamy and custardy on the inside with a generous pecan layer on top cradled in a flaky, homemade pie crust. Make this one day ahead of when needed so the custard filling has time to cool and set.
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15
Apple Pie with ice cream on top and a drizzle of caramel sauce on a plate.
5 stars (from 6 ratings)

Show-Stopping Gluten Free and Vegan Apple Pie

Apple packed, lightly sweetened and with a hint of bourbon, this Apple Pie is gluten free and vegan, but you'd never know it. A tender-flaky coconut oil pastry with an easy cut out top crust makes this Apple Pie simple to assemble and fun to share.
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16
5 stars (from 3 ratings)

Apple Cranberry Cobbler with Tender Biscuity Topping

Piping hot, fresh, and festive, this Apple Cranberry Cobbler is an easy to make, delicious addition to your holiday festivities! Serve with a scoop of your favorite vanilla bean ice cream, the biscuity topping will soak up all the creamy goodness.
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17
Tender pastry wrapped around half an apple stuffed with a mix of brown sugar, cinnamon, butter and cranberries on a plate with a scoop of ice cream.

Apple Dumplings Stuffed With Brown Sugar Cranberry Butter

In the mood to create a gorgeous pastry? The dough can be made ahead and cut for ultimate easy! Share Apple Dumplings Stuffed With Brown Sugar Cranberry Butter warm right out of the oven with vanilla bean ice cream or your favorite caramel sauce. This recipe is vegetarian and easily vegan.
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18
Apple crumble in a single serving dish with ice cream and caramel sauce on top.
4.7 stars (from 3 ratings)

Vegan Apple Crumble with Brown Sugar

This delightful Vegan Apple Crumble recipe celebrates autumn, where tender apple pieces mingle with caramel notes of brown sugar and the richness of vegan butter. Baked to perfection, this vegan crumble features an irresistible, generous layer of crumble on top with saucy cinnamon apples below, making each bite a crunchy, creamy and melt-in-your-mouth delight.
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19
Vegan Bourbon Pecan Pie with a hint of molasses and maple syrup is sure to be a hit at your holiday table! | Christmas, Thanksgiving
5 stars (from 4 ratings)

Vegan Bourbon Pecan Pie

A holiday treat, this Vegan Bourbon Pecan Pie is dairy free, and egg free with a hint of molasses and a taste of bourbon. It's cradled in a tasty, flaky and easy to make coconut oil pie crust!
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20
Gin and Cranberry juice cocktail garnished with sugared cranberries ready for sharing.
5 stars (from 2 ratings)

Cranberry-Orange Gin Smash

Smooth, tart and a bit of sweet, this cranberry juice cocktail is muddled with fresh cranberries for the brightest flavors. A hint of rosemary gives Cranberry-Orange Gin Smash just a bit of intrigue. Share with sugared cranberries for the ultimate garnish!
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21
Topping sangria and ice filled glasses with sparkling apple.

Sparkling Apple Bourbon Sangria

Make ahead ready for your holiday gatherings. Refreshing, festive and easy: Sparkling Apple Bourbon Sangria with a hint of ginger and cinnamon. This recipe doubles with ease!
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22
Bourbon Apple Cider Shrub Cocktail in a glass garnished with apple slices.
5 stars from 1 rating

Bourbon Apple Cider Shrub Cocktail

The flavorful shrub acts as a simple apple-infused vinegary syrup that creates a sublime cocktail. Bourbon Apple Cider Shrub Cocktails are smooth, complex and rich.
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For more Vegetarian Thanksgiving Recipes, see my Thanksgiving Holiday Page!

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