thanksgiving

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  Vegan Dessert Recipes

  Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake

  Creamy and wonderfully aromatic, this Pumpkin Cheesecake offers a lighter, plant-based take on a beloved holiday favorite, while still delivering all the finger-licking goodness you crave. Pecans add extra richness to the whole wheat crust, which is naturally sweetened with dates. The creamy pumpkin filling gets its luscious texture from silken tofu and cashews. Chill, […]

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  Vegan Snacks & Appetizer Recipes

  Jackie Akerberg’s Cranberry Salsa

  This vibrant salsa from Jackfruitful’s Jackie Akerberg is ideal for any holiday table, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve. Tangy, slightly sweet cranberries join forces with sweet, earthy beets to create a vibrant dip packed with antioxidant goodness. Fresh jalapeño adds a spicy kick, cilantro and red onion deliver aromatic depth, and lime juice and […]

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  Vegan Snacks & Appetizer Recipes

  Baked Kale and Artichoke Dip

  Destined to become a party favorite, Ashley Madden’s wholesome vegan kale and artichoke dip is a delicious, dairy-free riff on classic spinach and artichoke dip. Madden uses cashews and cannellini beans for a rich-tasting, creamy base, while leafy kale stands in for the usual spinach. If you don’t like nuts, feel free to use a […]

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  Vegan Salads & Side Dish Recipes

  Roasted Red Kuri Squash and Golden Beet Mash

  There’s nothing like a side of mashed veggies to round out a menu. The success of this vibrant mash lies in roasting the veggies first, intensifying their flavors. Red kuri squash has a mild, chestnut-like flavor and a rich, velvety texture when cooked, which makes it great for mashing. Yellow beets and shallots add extra […]

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  Vegan Salads & Side Dish Recipes

  Warm Roasted Potato, Kale, and Persimmon Salad

  Wondering what to do with the persimmons you found at the market? Grab an oven tray and roast them to sweet, juicy perfection so they can star alongside roasted potatoes in this festive fall side salad. The sweetness of the persimmons deepens as they roast, making them a key ingredient in both the salad and […]

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  Vegan Baked & Stuffed Recipes

  Whole Braised Cauliflower with Mixed-Grain Pilaf

  Served over wild rice, barley, and mushroom pilaf, this whole braised cauliflower is perfect for the center of a vegan Thanksgiving spread or any holiday table. The pilaf gets extra heartiness from kidney beans, while toasted walnuts and fresh parsley ensure it’s ready for the party. Braised cauliflower becomes mouthwateringly tender as it absorbs the […]

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  Vegan Salads & Side Dish Recipes

  Loaded Mashed Turnips, Butternut, and Apples

  Loaded with color and flavor instead of cheese and sour cream, this festive vegan mash is a winning side dish for a holiday or celebration dinner. The three-prong mashup—featuring turnips, butternut squash, and shredded apple, for extra sweetness—works deliciously well. A garlicky cashew sauce provides a rich creaminess that elevates this beyond an everyday dish. […]

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  Amazing Grains Recipes

  Cranberry Wild Rice with Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts

  Equal parts festive and comforting, this cranberry wild rice and roasted veggie dish is perfect for entertaining or enjoying over the weekend. Wild rice cooked in vegetable broth absorbs rich, savory flavor, while a simple cranberry-balsamic reduction, added to the rice just before serving, lends a delightful brightness. The subtle caramelized notes of roasted sweet […]

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  Vegan Dessert Recipes

  Maple-Ginger Spiced Pear Crisp with Oats

  This mouthwatering pear crisp with oats is the perfect way to end a meal on a cool fall or winter evening. Tender slices of pear become extra succulent as they bake and taste heavenly beneath the crumbly topping made with rolled oats and pecans. A scoop or two of vegan pumpkin ice cream or vanilla […]

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  Vegan Baked & Stuffed Recipes

  Vegan Stuffed Acorn Squash with Creamy Tahini Sauce

  For a beautiful entrée that screams autumn, nothing beats stuffed acorn squash. Pecans, diced apples, and dried cranberries give the sage-scented brown rice filling an extra special touch, while a creamy tahini sauce adds tangy flavor. In this version, the squash and the filling are cooked separately, which takes less time than cooking it all […]

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  Vegan Salads & Side Dish Recipes

  Roasted Radish Salad with Sweet Potato and Apple

  Roasted radishes are the star ingredient in this dreamy fall-themed salad, which is hearty enough for a main meal and pretty enough for a party table. Radishes become sweet when cooked and pair beautifully with tender roasted sweet potato. Red lentils add extra staying power, apple and fennel add crunch, and a bed of leaf […]

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  Vegan Baked & Stuffed Recipes

  Stuffed Whole Cabbage with Kasha and Mustard Cream

  This spectacular stuffed whole cabbage is fit for any celebration table. A savoy cabbage works best (if possible) here, as it has a milder, sweeter flavor than classic green cabbage, but feel free to use green cabbage if that’s all you can find. Nutty kasha (aka roasted buckwheat groats), umami-rich mushrooms, and cubes of whole […]

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