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TOP 5 EASY VEGAN THANKSGIVING RECIPES

 

Just because you aren’t eating Turkey this Thanksgiving doesn’t mean you have to miss out on a good meal. You can still have the taste of Turkey and all the fixings without feeling tired this year after dinner. Here are my Top 5 Easy Vegan Thanksgiving recipes, that include cornbread dressing, mac and cheese, sweet potato pie and more, that I hope you’ll enjoy too!

THE MAIN COURSE

A Turkeyless Roast

Every year I purchase the Turkeyless Roast from Trader Joes. I bake the roast according to package directions, and layer it in a casserole. As one of the only vegans in my family, I bring my own food for Thanksgiving, which can get heavy. This recipe has been so helpful in helping me minimize the amount of dishes of food I bring because I layer this roast like a casserole to include sides like Mashed cauliflower and sweet potatoes. 


To do this, you’ll cook your Turkeyless Roast according to package directions.

Once it’s done cooking set aside. 

In a casserole dish, first layer mashed cauliflower, then place your Turkeyless Roast in the center. 

Around your roast, layer on top of the mashed cauliflower and around the roast your sweet potatoes

You can easily take this with you and warm up upon arrival.


THE SIDES

VEGAN MAC AND CHEESE

This Vegan Mac and Cheese recipe is the perfect (and in my opinion) most necessary side to have for Thanksgiving! It's creamy, delicious, and packed with flavor that will have everyone coming back for more!

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Brussels Sprouts

Wondering what to bring to Thanksgiving dinner that’s an easy and inexpensive side dish? Look no further because this is seriously the best Brussels sprouts recipe that everyone will love and it will cost you less than $10 to make!

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Vegan Cornbread Dressing

Growing up, dressing was one of my favorite sides to the Thanksgiving meal and as an adult I’ve created my own very special recipe that never disappoints and I’m so excited to share this vegan friendly version with you!

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Creamy, Mashed Cauliflower

This is another really great inexpensive dish and of course a lighter version of traditional mashed potatoes. Easy and quick to make if you’re looking for something you can whip up fast.

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Bonus Recipe-Because you can’t forget dessert!

Vegan Pumpkin Pie

This is a really simple recipe because you can make it using a vegan friendly store bought crust. Top with a little plant based whipped cream and pair with a glass of plant based milk to end your holiday on a sweet note!

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