Make your Thanksgiving stress-free and delicious with these gluten-free & vegan recipes! From warming soups and vibrant salads to comforting sides, these holiday dishes are perfect for guests with special diets and everyone at the table.
Hosting a Gluten-Free & Vegan Thanksgiving?
Planning a Thanksgiving that everyone can enjoy can be challenging, especially when guests have special diets or food allergies. Being on a restricted diet can naturally be a cause for concern during the holidays, and itās easy for hosts to feel stressed about what to serve, while guests worry about missing out.
The good news is a vegan and gluten-free holiday meal that makes all your guests feel included is absolutely possible! From hearty soups to fresh salads and comforting sides, this roundup features the best gluten-free and vegan Thanksgiving recipes, making it easy to host a stress-free holiday feast that everyone will love.
Soups
Perfect for a stress-free Thanksgiving, many of these recipes can be made ahead of time so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your guests.
1. Spicy Carrot Sweet Potato Soup
A cozy, warming soup featuring naturally sweet carrots and sweet potatoes with a gentle kick of spice. Perfect for a gluten-free and vegan Thanksgiving starter, this soup is quick to make and full of seasonal flavor.
2. Winter Squash Soup
Smooth, creamy, and naturally sweet, this roasted winter squash soup is a holiday classic. Serve it as an elegant appetizer to start your meal on a comforting note.
3. Ginger, Turmeric Spiced Carrot Soup
Bright and golden this carrot soup is infused with fresh ginger and turmeric. A light but flavorful gluten-free and vegan option to add warmth to your Thanksgiving table.
4. Roasted Mushroom Soup
Earthy roasted mushrooms and tender cauliflower are blended into a creamy soup. This gluten-free and vegan soup makes a starter thatās both cozy and elegant.
5. Carrot Pumpkin Soup
Creamy, dairy-free, and gluten-free, this carrot pumpkin soup blends carrots and pumpkin for a silky texture and naturally sweet flavor. Perfect for chilly days and holiday gatherings.
Salads
Brighten your holiday menu with these salads. They offer a fresh contrast to richer holiday dishes.
1. Delicata Squash Salad
Roasted delicata squash, sweet persimmons, and pomegranate seeds are tossed in a tangy Dijon vinaigrette.
2. Shredded Brussels Sprout and Kale Salad
Crunchy shredded Brussels sprouts tossed with a maple Dijon dressing make this salad both fresh and satisfying. A perfect addition to your vegan and gluten-free holiday menu.
3. Cabbage Apple Salad
Crisp cabbage and tart apples are lightly dressed for a crisp slaw that balances richer holiday dishes.
4. Festive Red Beet Slaw
Bring color to your holiday spread with this beet and cabbage slaw. Shredded beets and cabbage are tossed with apples, pomegranate seeds and walnuts in a tangy pomegranateāmolasses vinaigrette.
5. Holiday Fruit Salad
Seasonal fruits are dressed with a spiced vanilla bean syrup to create a naturally sweet, addition to your holiday spread.
Sides
No holiday meal is complete without sides! From roasted vegetables to creamy gratins and hearty pilafs, most of these side recipes can be prepped in advance to keep your holiday cooking schedule manageable and enjoyable.
1. Sweet Potato Casserole with Butternut Squash
With a silky mash and a crumbly topping, this sweet potato and butternut squash casserole this side is perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday feast.
2. Maple Roasted Delicata Squash
Sweet and savory roasted squash and apples with crispy sage make this dish a simple yet festive side. Ideal for pairing with any holiday main.
3. Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Add a touch of comfort to your holiday table with these creamy mashed sweet potatoes. Lightly sweet and made with simple ingredients, it's a crowd-pleasing side that pairs beautifully with any Thanksgiving spread.
4. Sage Roasted Butternut Squash
Roasted butternut squash combines with a handful of ingredients to create an easy but elegant fall side.Ā
5. Cauliflower Rice Pilaf
This colorful pilaf is made with cauliflower rice, carrots, and cranberries. Perfect for adding variety to your holiday menu.
Final Thoughts
With these gluten-free and vegan Thanksgiving recipes, you can create a holiday menu thatās both inclusive and stress-free.
Happy Holidays!
Sylvie Shirazi is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Gourmande in the Kitchen. For the last 10 years she's been making eating more healthfully easy and accessible with gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and vegan recipes that are free from processed ingredients.
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