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As this year is coming to a close, aren’t we all just very much looking forward to sharing some amazing vegan food and drinks with loved ones this holiday season? If that’s the case for you as much as it is for us, you’re in luck! We put together a list of some incredible last-minute vegan Christmas recipes, where you will find everything from starters, sides, and mains (how great does this glazed vegan Christmas ham look?) to sweet treats (in part two of this article, with some holiday cookie ideas on the side) and drinks (iced, hot, spicy, creamy, boozy, or alcohol-free – you name it!).
Regardless of what you’re looking for, we bet you’ll find a perfect vegan Christmas recipe on today’s list. Enjoy all of your favorite holiday dishes the vegan way!
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Vegan Christmas Starters
From dips and small bites to salads and edible wreaths, this section contains all sorts of vegan appetizers for you to enjoy this holiday season!
Vegan Roasted Pumpkin Hummus by Two City Vegans
Who doesn’t love a seasonal holiday twist on a classic? This roasted pumpkin hummus is a festive variation of everyone’s favorite dip and is bound to provide lots of comfort and flavor for your guests!
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Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip by Eat Figs, Not Pigs
A true classic among vegan artichoke recipes, this vegan dip is comforting, creamy, and cheesy, with a pop of zesty lemon and a touch of heat from chili flakes. Serve it warm with veggies or chips, add it to pasta and sandwiches, or enjoy on its own!
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Vegan Antipasto Charcuterie Wreath by Make It Dairy Free
Edible wreaths for Christmas are a sure-fire way to dazzle your guests! It’s highly customizable, easy to assemble, yet looks impressive, which makes it a real vegan Christmas hack!
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Cashew Cheese by Conscious Cooking
A homemade cultured vegan cheese will bring a level of sophistication to your Christmas dinner no store-bought vegan cheese could. Get your blender ready and start creating! Check out the full post by Conscious Cooking for a homemade cracker recipe to go with the cheese.
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Warm Vegan Lentil & Kale Winter Salad by Nutriciously
A flavorful and nutrient-packed vegan Christmas recipe that’s also budget and meal prep friendly? Sign us up! Made with bulgur, green lentils, red cabbage, kale, pomegranate, and various flavorings, this warm salad is a great example of how to enjoy healthy veggies at your holiday dinner!
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Roasted Pumpkin Quinoa Salad by Little Big H
Another warm winter salad idea coming in hot! The quinoa is dressed with lots of herbs and spices; the pumpkin is roasted along with red onion, cumin, coriander, fennel seeds, and maple; and it’s all topped with pomegranates, pepitas, and hazelnuts… Seriously, what’s not to love about this vegan Christmas recipe?
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Vegan Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad by Lazy Cat Kitchen
This vegan Christmas salad is all but boring, with its exquisite creamy sunflower seed dressing, satisfyingly crunchy croutons, sweet, salty, and smoky almond bacon bits, and overall juicy freshness. Yum!
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Vegan Bacon Coated Brussels Sprouts by Zacchary Bird
If you’re not a fan of Brussels sprouts, give them a second chance this holiday season with this vegan Christmas appetizer from Zacchary Bird! Wrapped in vegan bacon and glazed with smoked maple syrup, they’re a delicious little treat to entertain yourself with while waiting for the main course to get ready!
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Grape Jelly and BBQ Meatballs by Healthier Steps
Get your slow cooker ready because this vegan Christmas recipe is the perfect way to utilize it this holiday season! If you can get your hands on some frozen vegan meatballs, it will be a delightful and low-effort appetizer to make for yourself & loved ones.
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Air Fried Chestnuts with Vegan Garlic-Parsley Butter by Legally Plant Based
These soft and meaty chestnuts roasted in an air fryer and doused in garlicky vegan butter are seriously addictive and make a perfect snack or appetizer for the holidays!
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Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers by Vegamelon
Holiday cooking might be a stressful affair, so easy, colorful, and flavorful dishes like these stuffed bell peppers come in real handy as a last-minute vegan Christmas recipe! They’re the perfect combination of low-effort/high-reward, and will simply be perfect for the holiday season.
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Shepherd’s Pie Twice Baked Potatoes by Sweet Simple Vegan
A cute individual-serving take on the classic comfort food, these shepherd’s pie potatoes are stuffed with vegan beef crumbles and veggies and topped with mashed potatoes. Yum!
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Loaded Tater Tots with Jackfruit, Red Cabbage Slaw, and Quick Vegan Gravy by Zucker & Jagdwurst
If you’d rather skip the elaborate holiday cooking to spend more time with loved ones (or yourself), yet still have something comforting and festive ready for dinner, this vegan Christmas recipe will be perfect for you! Dubbed “Wonderful Lazy Christmas Dinner” by Zucker & Jagdwurst, it’s made up of pulled jackfruit, quick brown sauce, cabbage slaw, and, of course, crispy tater tots!
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3-Ingredient Vegan Pesto Star Bread by From My Bowl
The fuss-free appetizer that will wow everyone at the dinner table, this vegan Christmas recipe by From My Bowl is made with three simple, store-bought ingredients: pizza dough, vegan pesto, and olive oil. The most work you’ll have to do it cutting and braiding the dough into this elaborate shape; luckily, it’s far easier than you anticipate, and with the step-by-step photo tutorial provided, making this star bread will be a breeze!
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Vegan Christmas Mains
From vegan chicken & turkey recipes to roasts, meatloaf, and savory pies – these delicious Christmas main course ideas are here for you to enjoy your holidays to the fullest!
Vegan Roast Chicken by School Night Vegan
How about some vegan roast chicken for Christmas this year? We’re talking succulent, tender seitan “meat” with crispy “skin”, seasonal roasted veggies, and balsamic cranberry marinade! This vegan Christmas recipe by School Night Vegan will be a feast for the eyes and the stomachs of vegans and non-vegans alike.
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Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Rosemary Garlic Creamy Sauce by Murielle Banackissa
If you’re more into hearty veggies (as opposed to meat substitutes) for the main course, try this vegan Christmas recipe by Murielle Banackissa! The combination of the delicate, almost lightly sweet cauliflower with the brightness of the garlic and the rosemary in the sauce is seriously unforgettable.
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Vegan Christmas Ham by Avant-Garde Vegan
Isn’t this vegan ham really something? It looks incredibly mouthwatering and festive and judging by the ingredients used in the making of it, it’s gotta taste just like that too! Packed with umami from soy sauce, miso, and tomato puree, with lots of smoky, “meaty” flavor coming from liquid smoke, paprika, and smoked tofu, glazed with mustard and maple syrup mix, this is definitely one of those showstopping holiday recipes that will impress vegans, and non-vegans alike!
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Whole Roasted Cabbage “Turkey” by Sweet Potato Soul
If you really believe in veggies’ potential to be a “meaty” centerpiece of a vegan holiday dinner, then join the Sweet Potato Soul’s club! Her roasted cabbage “turkey” is a relatively easy vegan Christmas recipe that will make for a fun culinary experiment this holiday season! It comes with a side of roasted veggies for an even more wholesome meal.
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Vegan Roast by A Virtual Vegan
Homemade seitan aficionados will have to give this holiday-appropriate roast a try! Make a full roast dinner out of it by serving it with vegan mashed potatoes, roasted red cabbage, red wine gravy, vegan Yorkshire puddings, crispy roasted potatoes (all available via A Virtual Vegan).
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Vegan Mushroom Walnut Bourguignon with Cauliflower Mash by Carrots & Flowers
This vegan walnut recipe by Carrots & Flowers will be perfect for Christmas dinner, but also any cozy winter night in with a glass of wine (since the recipe uses some) and a movie (Julie & Julia, anyone?). This dish is hearty, satisfying, and super flavorful!
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Vegan Meatloaf by It’s All Good Vegan
Meatloaf is another classic family dish & comfort food beloved by many, and with this recipe by It’s All Good Vegan, you’ll be able to make it at home with pantry-friendly ingredients! It’s packed with veggies, plant protein, and can even be made gluten-free!
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Vegan Shepherd’s Pie with Tater Tots by George Eats
Breathe new life into the plain old vegan shepherd’s pie by making the top layer with tater tots (though George Eats’ recipe includes the classic mashed potato option, as well). It’s hearty, it’s crunchy, it’s fun to make, and is even FODMAP-friendly (if that’s your thing).
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Vegan Biscuit Pot Pie by Vegan Travel Eats
This vegan biscuit pot pie has to be what wintery vegan dreams are made of! It’s not too complicated to make, looks stunning, and has all the comfort of a full meal – to the point that Vegan Travel Eats warns you that you should get ready for “a long nap on the couch after this one, its a doozy”! Well, isn’t this what holidays are about, anyway?
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Vegan Mushroom Thyme Wellington by Plant.Well
This vegan mushroom thyme wellington is a delicious and savory main course, perfect for the holidays! It starts with a crisp and buttery puff pastry that’s filled with portobello mushrooms, rice, vegan cheese, onion, garlic, and plenty of fresh thyme. What a treat!
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Vegan Christmas Lasagne by BOSH!
A comforting dish full of festive goodness and seasonal flavors, all baked into a family favorite vegan lasagna recipe by BOSH!. Layers of ragu, roast veggies, bechamel sauce, and lasagna sheets… What more can vegans ask for?
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Vegan Christmas Sides
Here you’ll find scrumptious vegan holiday side dish ideas ranging from classics such as mashed potatoes, gravy, and stuffing, to roasted veggies, mac and cheese, risotto, and more! Back to table of contents
The Best Vegan Mashed Potatoes by Rainbow Plant Life
Your vegan mashed potatoes will never be the same after you try this vegan Christmas recipe by Rainbow Plant Life! Nisha shares seven secrets you need to know when it comes to making mashed potatoes, as well as a step-by-step guide, and a detailed FAQ section! If you’re ready to get to the bottom of this iconic holiday side dish, be sure to check out her full post!
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Orange Miso Roasted Vegetables by Plant Based RD
Brussels sprouts get a lot of space on this year’s list because of how vastly underappreciated they are. Combined with other veggies and glazed with a uniquely flavorful mixture of garlic, orange, and miso, they become not just palatable, but unrecognizably delicious!
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Hasselback Butternut Squash Tray Bake by Tasty Thrifty Timely
Cutting your veggies the Hasselback way always makes for a great presentation with minimal effort, which is exactly what this beautiful and festive vegan Hasselback butternut squash traybake goes for! The miso maple butter glaze and roasted fall vegetables take this humble squash to the next level.
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Chili Garlic Smashed Brussels Sprouts by Chez Jorge
Dubbed “a convert for any brussels sprouts hater” by Chez Jorge, this vegan Brussels sprouts side dish comes with a deep caramelized flavor, the most desirable crispy-on-the-outside-tender-on-the-inside texture, and a generous helping of fragrant garlic chili oil. Doesn’t just the sound of that make you want to try them out?
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Vegan Stuffing by Jessica in the Kitchen
Is it even a holiday dinner without stuffing? This recipe by Jessica in the Kitchen is s veganized version of the classic stuffing that’s buttery and incredibly flavourful with well-seasoned vegetables, sourdough bread, and the best herbs.
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Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese by Teri Ann Carty
Cheesy, comforting, wholesome – this vegan mac and cheese recipe has got to make it to your holiday table! Best part? It works just as well on the holiday table as it does on a regular night. And if you’re ready to get real creative with your vegan mac and cheese, check this out!
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Warm Fingerling Potatoes with Garlic-Turmeric Sauce by Dolly and Oatmeal
Talk about a match made in culinary heaven: these fingerling potatoes work really well with the crunchy freshness of shredded purple cabbage, and garlicky turmeric sauce which is punchy, and earthy, and perfectly creamy. Yum!
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Winter Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Pumpkin & Pecans by Heavenlynn Healthy
This vegan Christmas recipe will be a perfect addition to any holiday buffet as it can be enjoyed by anyone, thanks to the winning combination of crunchy sweet & salty brussels sprouts with sweet pumpkin and roasted pecans!
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Vegan Stuffing with Chickpea Sausage Crumbles by Vegan Richa
Another comforting, flavorful, and satisfying vegan stuffing recipe coming your way! Vegan Richa opted for loading her vegan Christmas recipe with veggies nutrient-rich chickpeas for a hearty and wholesome side dish.
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Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce by Rhian’s Recipes
If there isn’t cranberry sauce on the table, is it even a holiday dinner? This sugar-free vegan Christmas recipe by Rhian’s Recipes is a must-try for those trying to avoid refined sugar on their plate. Only 3 ingredients and 25 minutes from start till finish!
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Vegan Mushroom Gravy by The Simple Veganista
If you like that umami kick in your gravy, go with this vegan Christmas recipe by The Simple Veganista! It’s rich, creamy, made from 5 simple ingredients, and will simply be perfect over some mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or vegan turkey!
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