A Soulful Vegan Thanksgiving

A generous table of cozy favorites, beautiful seasonal flavors, and little moments of wonder.

Whether you’re planning a full holiday feast or bringing one unforgettable dish to the gathering, Thanksgiving is a chance to share warmth, gratitude and food everyone looks forward to eating. Explore the recipes below, choose what sounds wonderful, and make a celebration entirely your own.

Mains · Sides · Desserts · Salads · Appetizers · Drinks · Baking · Enchanted Thanksgiving

A little planning makes room for more joy

When we’re cooking for around 15 people, we plan for generous servings and a table full of choices. About 8–10 pounds of potatoes works beautifully for a crowd that loves seconds, while 3½–4 pounds of sweet potatoes can be just right among several other sides. We make cranberry sauce and pies ahead, prep the appetizers the day before, and leave plenty of breathing room in the oven and slow cookers.

Pick one centerpiece, a few sides you can’t wait to taste, something fresh, a welcome-to-the-table nibble and a dessert worth saving room for. Candles, music, and an unhurried moment together do the rest.

Gather Around the Main Dish

A memorable main doesn’t need to look like anything else. Let mushrooms, chestnuts and beautiful vegetables be the stars of the table.

Golden potato-topped vegan shepherd’s pie with a rich mushroom and vegetable filling.

Vegan Shepherd’s Pie with Mushrooms and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Cozy layers, golden potato peaks and deeply savory mushrooms.

Generous chestnut and quinoa harvest bowl with autumn ingredients.

Chestnut Harvest Bowl

A welcoming abundance of chestnuts and seasonal vegetables.

The Comforting Sides

Buttery potatoes, golden squash and fragrant herbs—the dishes everyone keeps reaching for.

Creamy orange sweet potato mash in a white serving bowl, finished with pecans.

Creamy Vegan Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Velvety, buttery, gently sweet and made for passing around.

Colorful quinoa stuffing with roasted butternut squash, herbs, dried fruit, pumpkin seeds and citrus.

Celebration Quinoa Stuffing with Roasted Squash and Citrus

Golden squash, herbs and bright citrus in a festive dish.

Golden herb-roasted baby potatoes with rosemary, thyme, parsley and lemon zest.

Herb-Roasted Potatoes

Crisp golden edges, tender centers and fragrant herbs.

Pies & Thanksgiving Desserts

Golden pastry, fruit-filled layers, creamy fillings and chocolate for anyone saving a little room.

Maple pecan apple pie with golden vegan pastry and tender apple filling.

Vegan Maple Pecan Apple Pie

Golden pastry, soft apples and mellow maple sweetness.

Golden double-crust pie with pears and berries, served with a generous slice.

Pearberry Pie with a Golden Double Crust

Juicy berries and pears tucked into a beautiful golden crust.

Sweet potato pie with walnut crumble, lime and plated slices.

Vegan Sweet Potato Pie with Coconut, Lime & Walnut Crumble

Silky spiced filling, citrus brightness and a walnut finish.

Rich dark chocolate tart with a plated slice and blackberry-pomegranate sauce.

Dark Chocolate Tart with Blackberry-Pomegranate Sauce

A gorgeous chocolate finale with jewel-bright berry sauce.

Love pies? There’s more to discover: Golden Peach Pie with a Rosemary-Vanilla Twist and Blackberry Lemon Pie.

Something Fresh & Beautiful

A crisp, colorful salad makes the richer holiday favorites taste even more wonderful.

Shaved Brussels sprouts with crisp apple and creamy lemon-Dijon cashew dressing.

Brussels Sprouts and Apple Slaw with Cashew Dressing

Fresh crunch and a creamy, tangy dressing alongside warm comfort foods.

Thinly shaved fennel and crisp apple slaw with fennel fronds and almond slivers.

Shaved Fennel and Apple Slaw

Crisp apple, delicate fennel and a lovely bright contrast.

Appetizers Worth Sharing

Little bites for the happy hour before everyone gathers around the main table.

Deep pink roasted beet and chickpea dip with cucumber, gluten-free crackers and lemon.

Roasted Beet & Chickpea Dip

A colorful, creamy little welcome for guests.

Toasted crostini topped with white bean spread, roasted grapes and fresh thyme.

Roasted Grape and White Bean Crostini

Sweet roasted grapes over savory white bean cream.

Warm Holiday Drinks

Set out a welcoming mug and linger over conversation while dessert is on its way.

Three green mugs filled with rich creamy vegan hot chocolate and a pitcher.

Rich and Creamy Vegan Winter Hot Chocolate

A cozy cup for the evening, especially when the dessert plates arrive.

Bread, Pastry & Little Extras

A beautiful pie begins with a good crust. For rolls and other holiday accompaniments, explore the growing recipe library.

Unbaked buttery vegan double pie crust in a glass pie plate on a pastry-making counter.

Buttery Double Pie Crust

A reliable starting place for your favorite holiday pies.

Looking for another potato dish? Try Herb-Roasted Potatoes, or take the table in a new direction with the Chestnut Harvest Bowl.

The Enchanted Thanksgiving

When you want to go beyond the ordinary, add something delightfully unexpected—a dramatic dessert, a colorful stuffing or a cozy mug after the feast. Here are a few special favorites to make the evening feel magical.

Three green mugs of rich vegan hot chocolate on a winter table.

Make the holiday table your own

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