If you're vegetarian or vegan, no doubt you've sat down at the dinner table only to find little or no foods you can eat, which is where these meatless Thanksgiving recipes are going to come in handy to help make sure you don't end up just eating potatoes. Being that Thanksgiving is centered around turkey, gravy and pumpkin pie, it's very easy to forget about any veggie lovers that might be on your invite list. If you're such a guest, peruse this collection of meatless Thanksgiving recipes and find your fave to prepare beforehand and bring with you; it might just end up being a hit amongst those eyeing the turkey.
These meatless Thanksgiving recipes are also a great option for those who are looking to expand the dishes they're preparing to effectively offer options that are different from the usual fare.
32 Meatless Thanksgiving Recipes
From Meatless Pizza Appetizers to Fall Vegan Fruit Desserts:
Michael Hemsworth — Oct 10, 2014 — Lifestyle
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Succulent Seasonal Veggie Cakes
Load Up On Produce with the Proud Italian Cook Torte
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Sushi-Inspired Vegetarian Snacks
Cucumber Feta Rolls are a Quick Treat to Whip Up for Guests
30
Jack-O-Lantern Veggie Dishes
The Pizza Pepper Jack is the Perfect Healthy Halloween Appetizer
29
DIY Meatless Mexican Meals
This Bean and Butternut Burrito is a Savory Salsa Dish
28
Meatless Avocado Eggrolls
The I Wash You Dry Appetizer Adds a Little Green to a Take-Out Favorite
27
Exotic Asian Hotdogs
The Asian Dog Restaurant Offers Hotdogs with Asian-Inspired Toppings
26
DIY Legume Bites
Brit & Co. Veggie French Fries Safely Satisfy Junk Food Cravings
25
Deceiving Veggie Meatballs
These Eggplant Meatballs are a Deliciously Healthy Beef Alternative
24
Spicy Banana Pizzas
Domino's in India Now Offers a Zesty Andhra Style Chilli Banana Topping
23
Vegetarian Pork-Flavored Seasonings
J&D's Bacon Rub is Kosher-Friendly and Fat-Free
22
Southwestern Veggie Burgers
This Quinoa Burger Patty is Tasty and Good for You
21
Veggie Pizza-Inspired Lasagna
This Recipe for White Pizza Lasagna is Completely Vegetarian
20
Garden Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
This ‘Spabettie’ Serves Up Mounds of Delicious Ingredients
19
Healthy Herbed Dipping Sauces
This Savory Yogurt Dip is the Perfect Accompaniment to Raw Veggies
18
Fruit-Filled Veggie Sandwiches
The 'Edible Perspective' Avocado, Strawberry and Goat Cheese Snack
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Guilt-Free Pasta Dishes
This Healthy Macaroni and Cheese Will Make Eating Guilt-Free
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Fried Tofu Nuggets
McDonald's Japan's Tofu McNuggets Offer an Alternative to Chicken Snacks
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Savory Superfood Burgers
This Quinoa Sweet Potato Burger Recipe is Served with a Yogurt Sauce
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Beer-Infused Brussel Sprouts
This Brussel Sprouts Recipe Calls to Bacon and Beer-Enthusiasts
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Seasonal Meatless Curries
This Summer Vegetable Curry Recipe Packs a Ton of Flavor
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Guiltless Vegan-Friendly Burgers
This Meatless Burger is Seasoned to Perfection and Far From Bland
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Italian Salad-Inspired Spreads
This Caprese Dip by Food Gospel According to Ruth is a Cheesy Dip
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Fall Vegan Fruit Desserts
This Vegan Thanksgiving Dessert is Simple, Healthy & Refreshing
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Garden Fresh Desserts
The Veggie Cake May Inspire a Few Frowns From Sugar Junkies
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Meatless Pizza Appetizers
This Vegetarian Flatbread is the Perfect Size to Share with Friends
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Coconut Legume Loafs
This Vegan Zucchini Bread Features the Sweet Taste of Coconut
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Portion-Controlled Potato Skins
Enjoy a Usually Heavy Meal Guilt-Free with Baked Potato Bites
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Veggie-Crammed Parmesan Cones
This Sugar Laws Cheesy Delight Offers a Serving of Produce
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Cheese-Coated Vegetarian Snacks
Cheesy Broccoli Appetizers Will Make Your Kids Love Vegetables
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Meatless Fruit-Topped Pizzas
Serve Your Guests a Sweet and Healthy Appetizer with Apple Pizza
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Avocado-Garnished Pizzas
I am a Food Blog's Pea and Avocado Pizza is a Twist on an Old Favorite
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Minty Veggie Burgers
This Delicious Veggie Burger Patty is Made from Hummus and Mint
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Edible Savory Sprays
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Thanksgiving-Themed Turkey Sandwiches
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Vegan Ground Meat Mixtures
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Thanksgiving Dinner Ice Creams
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Frozen Vegetarian Enchiladas
Trader Joe's Vegetable & Cheese Enchiladas are Ready in Minutes
Plant-Based Meatball Trees
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Vegan Foie Gras
This Plant-Based Foie Gras is Meat-Free and Guilt-Free
Meatless Vending Machines
Meatless Farm's APM Dispenses Free Veg & Plant-Based Food
Roasted Chestnut Cakes
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Plant-Based Chicken Alternatives
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Re-Imaged Thanksgiving Pizza Pies
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Versatile Meat Alternatives
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Instant Lentil Meals
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Plant-Based Sausage Appetizers
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Allergy-Friendly Recipe Collections
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Plant-Based Nut Butter Pies
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No-Stress Holiday Meals
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Delicious Plant-Based Dips
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Plant-Based Picnic Packs
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Plant-Powered Tuna Salads
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Mycelium-Based Meatless Products
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Allergy-Friendly Pizza Menus
These New Allergy-friendly Menus Cater to Dietary Restrictions
Plant-Based Fruit Pit Cheeses
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Veggie-First Children's Meals
Lil’ Gourmets Meal Pouches Make Feeding Kids Vegetables Easy
Veggie-Packed Fries
Dr. Praeger’s Veggie Fries Have One Full Serving of Vegetables
Plant-Based Bar Snacks
Trader Joe's New Buffalo Style Chickenless Wings are Vegan-Friendly
Frozen Vegan Chicken Meals
Dr. Praeger's Added Three New 'Perfect Chick'n' Products to its Lineup
Hearty Vegan Winter Soups
18 Chestnuts Offers a Selection of Gluten- and Dairy-Free Winter Soups
Vegan Veggie Fries
These Frozen Fries Offer a Copious Helping Of Vegetables
Plant-Based Cheese Stadiums
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Vegan Pizza Restaurants
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Smoky Vegan Pepperoni Slices
Trader Joe's New Vegan Pepperoni is a Faux Meat Pizza Topper
Ready-to-Eat Plant-Based Meals
Home Chef and Impossible Foods Created Two Vegetarian Meal Options
Plant-Based Inflight Menus
China Airlines' Menu Features Vegan Fish and Meat Alternatives
Umami Mushroom Patties
The Actual Truffle Burger Celebrates the Taste of Vegetables
Seasonal Vegan-Friendly Cafe Menus
The Costa Coffee Christmas Menu Boasts Plant-Based Fare
Hearty Thanksgiving Sandwiches
Bob Evans Has a New Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich for the Holidays
Hybrid Meat Vegetable Concepts
Leyu Li Presents Broccopork, Mushchicken, and Peaf Hybrids
Festive Fall Hand Pies
Trader Joe's New Apple & Pumpkin Hand Pies are Fit for Fall
Plant-Powered Delicacies
"Voie Gras" is Made with Soy, Miso Paste and Truffle
Homestyle Plant-Powered Dips
Growee Foods' Dips Show Off the Goodness of Veggies, Fruits & Spices
Mushroom-Based Meatless Steaks
Green Rebel Foods' Beefless Steak is Made with Shiitake Mushrooms
Meat-Free Frozen Appetizers
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Collaborative Meatless Menus
The Breakfast Club is Serving a Fully Meatless Menu
Nut-Free Plant-Based Brownies
Whole Grains, Dates and Cocoa Make Up This Chocolate Brownie
Versatile Plant-Based Meat Products
These New THIS Products are Arriving This Month in the UK
Grab-and-Go Meatless Steaks
Pukka's Vegan No Steak Slice is Ready to Enjoy Anywhere, Hot or Cold
Meatless Cheeseburger Pizzas
Trader Joe's Vegetarian Meatless Cheeseburger Pizza is Fully Loaded
Side Dish Smoothies
nutribullet's Sweet & Savory Smoothies Play with Traditional Holiday Flavors
Heart-Healthy Plant-Based Meats
Beyond Meat Plant-Based Crumbles Have an Improved New Recipe
Organic Pumpkin Hummus
Cedar's Foods Boasts a Slew of Recipes, Featuring Its Pumpkin Hummus
Crispy Plant-Based Dumplings
Rootberry's Crispy Dumplings Come in Varieties Like Pizza Supreme
Plant-Based Beef Patties
This Launches the New Plant-Based Beef Burgers with High Protein
Vegan Veggie Sausages
Plant Provisions Offers a Line of Plant-Based Veggie Sausages and Slices
Beet-Based Burger Patties
PerfectSeason Beetroot Patties Come in Packs of Two
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Squeaky Bean's New Protein Pots Contain Tasty Duck and Beef Alternatives
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Heinz Christmas Dinner Big Soup is Arriving in a Vegan Option
Meat-Free Breakfast Patties
Trader Joe's Meatless Breakfast Sausage Patties are 100% Vegan
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Princess Cruises is Introducing Vegan Menus to Its Fleet
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Bob Evans Farmhouse Favorites Vegetable Sides Come in Three Options
Multi-Serve Vegan Entrees
Sunday Supper's New Trio of Premium Entrees are Powered by Plants
Savory Butternut Squash Tarts
This Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Tart is Fall-Ready
Steak-Inspired Meat Alternatives
The Beyond Steak Plant-Based Seared Tips are Low in Saturated Fat
Plant-Based Cheesesteak Sandwiches
Native Foods is Serving Up a New Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Convenient Autumnal QSR Pies
The McDonald's Pumpkin & Creme Pie is Sweet and Creamy
Tempeh-Based Meatless Minces
Good Health Farm's Swimple Swap for Beef is Made from Tempeh
Cauilflower-Based Frozen Meals
Caulipower's Frozen Meals Share Vegetable-Based Pastas
Plant-Powered Cheese Boards
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Vegan Bistro Baguettes
These Baguettes Feature a Pea Protein-Based Topping
Thanksgiving Meal Ice Creams
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Vegan-Friendly Mushroom Raviolis
Trader Joe's Vegan Italian Bolognese Ravioli is 100% Meat-Free
Gluten-Free Egg Patties
Veggies Made Great Now Offers New Veggie-Infused Egg Patties
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Allergy-Friendly Alt Puddings
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Protein-Packed Meatless Nuggets
Tyson Foods Has Launched Its First Line Of Plant-Based Nuggets
Meatless Chicken Minces
VFC's Vegan-Friendly Chicken Mince is Protein-Rich & Low in Saturated Fat
Mexican-Style Vegan Bakes
These Chicken-Style Bakes Are Laced With a Spicy Tomato Sauce
Veggie-Forward Deli Slices
Plant Provisions' Plant-Based Meats are Free from Soy or Gluten Fillers
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The Tesco Vegan Christmas Range is Packed with Options
Thanksgiving Pecan Pizzas
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Juicy Plant-Powered Steaks
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This Vegan Pizza Uses Meat-Free Chicken Alternatives
Delectable Veggie Burgers
These Frozen Burgers Are Offered In Cauliflower & Sweet Potato Varieties
Stuffed Crust Vegan Pizzas
These Chicago Town Frozen Pizzas Celebrate Veganuary
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These Pollen + Grace Meals Have Familiar Flavors in New Ways
Romantic Meat-Free Meal Kits
Grubby x Redefine Meat Valentine’s Steak Recipe Kit is Available Now
Meat-Free Deli Slices
The 'Deli-Licious' Range is High in Proteins & Free From Animal Products
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The Plantside Vegan Yorkshire Puddings Modernize a Classic
Vegan Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwiches
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Kelp-Based Vegan Meatballs
"Seaweedish Meatballs" are Plant-Based, Gluten-Free & Nutritious
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These Protein-Packed Patties Take Only 60 Seconds to Prepare
Vegetable-Packed Recipe Deliveries
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Frozen Eggless Meals
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Vegan Holiday Meal Wraps
The Pollen + Grace Festive Stuffing + Winter Veg Wrap is Hearty
Vegetarian Squash Lasagnas
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Gluten-Free Frozen Pastries
Gluten Free Easy Brings Satisfying Options to the Freezer Aisle
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Quarter-Pound Meatless Patties
MorningStar Farms' Steakhouse Style Burger is Rich in Plant Protein
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Vegan Tandoori Chicken Flatbreads
This Vegan Flatbread Uses Tandoori Mayonnaise & Mango Chutney
Pizza-Inspired Tofu Quiches
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