Preparing vegan holiday meals seems like a daunting task because there are so many ingredients to be wary of. Typically vegans stay away from eggs, dairy and a number of other other animal products, which means they definitely won’t be eating any of the Christmas turkey or ham like the rest of the family.
There are vegan-friendly versions of these holiday classics but for those who are conscious of avoiding soy or imitation meat products all together, there are plenty of other dishes that can be spread out on the holiday table that make tasty cruelty-free appetizers, entrées and desserts.
Fall and winter is the season for delicious root vegetables like carrots, onions, leeks and potatoes, which make fantastic soups as well as sides that will please vegans, vegetarians and omnivores alike.
42 Vegan Food Innovations
From Guiltless Crispy Carrot Chips to Vegan Apple Cranberry Cheesecake:
Laura McQuarrie — Dec 17, 2013 — Lifestyle
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Diet-Specific Booze Guides
The Barnivore Vegan Alcohol Directory Lists Animal-Free Alcohol
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Seasonal Eco Eateries
A Better World Cafe Serves up Accessible Sustainable Food
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Tantalizing Melon Medleys
This Watermelon Salad Recipe Incorporates an Unusual Fruit Base
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Garbanzo Bean Desserts
The Brit & Co. Chickpea Cookies are Healthy & Delicious
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Unexpectedly Nutritious Crepes
This Savory Crepe Recipe Will Meet Your Macro Requirements
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Healthy Veggie Bites
The 'Broccoli & Potato Nuggets' Are Made from Fresh Ingredients
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Raw Dessert Reinterpretations
Golubka’s ‘Avocado Truffles’ Rework Saccharine Rec
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Pineapple-Infused Flapjacks
These Fantastic Fruity Pancakes are Vegan Friendly and Unexpected
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Cultural Vegan Seasonings
The Hipster Dust Spices are Great for Vegans and Foodies
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Healthy No-Bread Bruschetta
Sweet Potato Bruschetta is a Yummy Snack to Calm Your Cravings
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Healthy Homemade DIY Chips
Make Sweet Potato Chips When You Have a Craving for Store-Bought Snacks
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Decadent Jarred Desserts
The Take-n-Bake Molten Chocolate Cakes Melt in Your Mouth
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Crunchy DIY Candy Bars
These Scrumptious Treats Are Made Using a Few Simple Ingredients
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Vegan Chocolate Delights
Vegan Chocolate Snickers are the Perfect Tasty Snack
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Decadent Gluten-Free Goods
Bunner’s Bakery Deliciously Caters to Different Dietary Needs
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Deceptively Fruity Fauxnuts
These Lemon Cakes are a Healthy Donut Alternative
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Doughy Vegan Delights
Dun-Well Doughnuts is All About Being Animal-Friendly
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Guiltless Crispy Carrot Chips
This Recipe Will Help You Create the Satisfying Snacks at Home
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Crispy Mexican Pastries
This 'Averie Cooks' Salsa-Stuffed Creation is Mouthwatering
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Curious Chickpea Pizza
The Falafel Pie is a Vegan Alternative to the Pita-Clad Favorite
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Vegetarian Pork-Flavored Seasonings
J&D's Bacon Rub is Kosher-Friendly and Fat-Free
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Guilt-Free Coconut Crisps
Dang Chips are a Cholesterol and Gluten Free
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Healthy Potato Chip Alternatives
Kale Chips are a Fantastic Low Fat Alternative to Standard Crisps
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Towering Ice Cream Sandwiches
This Massive Ice Cream Sandwich is Amazingly Vegan-Friendly
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Vegan-Friendly Catering Companies
Change Kitchen Provides Jobs for the Homeless
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Roarin' Twenties-Inspired Treats
Bixby & Co Chocolate Bars are Organic and Nostalgic
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Garden Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
This ‘Spabettie’ Serves Up Mounds of Delicious Ingredients
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Plant-Friendly Brunch Biscuits
Joy the Baker's 'Vegan Carrot Cherry Breakfast Cookies' are Healthy
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Fruit-Filled Veggie Sandwiches
The 'Edible Perspective' Avocado, Strawberry and Goat Cheese Snack
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Frozen Hot Beverage Treats
This Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe Converts a Winter Drink for Summer
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Vegan Apple Cranberry Cheesecake
Try This Raw Food Dessert as an Alternative to Baked Goods
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Fresh Vegan Pies
The Apple Cranberry Oatmeal Bake is Entirely Natural
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Asian-Infused Tacos
The Edamame Egg Salad Offers a Twist to the Classic Sandwich
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Guiltless Vegan-Friendly Burgers
This Meatless Burger is Seasoned to Perfection and Far From Bland
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Decadent Animal-Free Desserts
The Simple Vegan Chocolate Cake is Rich in Flavor
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Pub Grub Hybrids
Sweet Potato Pie Fries Bring a Touch of Seasonal Sweetness to the Classic Snack
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Fall Vegan Fruit Desserts
This Vegan Thanksgiving Dessert is Simple, Healthy & Refreshing
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Spicy Skewered Meal Starters
Add a Kick to Your Appetizers with Spicy Sweet Potato Kebabs
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Vegan-Friendly Cookie Dough Confections
This Homemade Granola Bar Recipe is Simple and Sweet
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Vegan Chocolate-Covered Chips
These Salty and Sweet Chips Satisfy in a Health Way
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Gourmet Potato Party Appetizers
Create a Fine Dining Experience with Sweet Potato Blinis
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Animal-Free Chicken Strips
Beyond Meat Creates Vegan Chicken Strips
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Porky Mexican-Inspired Breakfasts
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Portable Donut Makers
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Seasonal Eco Eateries
A Better World Cafe Serves up Accessible Sustainable Food
Donut-Made Wedding Cakes
A Bridal Show in Nassau Displays a Dunkin' Donuts Wedding Cake
Bacon Pretzel Sandwiches
This 'Noble Pig' Grilled Cheese Has Your Daily Dose of Grease
Petite Gingerbread Perchers
The Not Martha DIY Cookie Houses are an Adorable Addition to Any Drink
Valentine Baking Molds
The Tasty-Fill Cake Pan Makes Perfect Heart Filled Cakes
Triple-Shock Dessert Recipes
The Chocolate-Dipped Ice Cream Doughnut Sandwiches are Outrageous
Vegan Footwear Lookbooks
The Good Guys Don't Wear Leather Advertisements Are Animal-Free
Crunchy Cocoa-Chipped Confections
Tasty Chocolate Chip Cookie Brittle Reinvents the Cocoa Pastry
Realistic Crochet Foods
Kate Jenkins Knits Colorfully Soft Meals from Yarn
Fruity Chocolate French Toast
Make Your Valentine This 'Grilled Cheese Social' Item for Breakfast
Unexpectedly Nutritious Crepes
This Savory Crepe Recipe Will Meet Your Macro Requirements
Healthy Veggie Bites
The 'Broccoli & Potato Nuggets' Are Made from Fresh Ingredients
Suggestively Shaped Chocolates
These Wild Delectable Chocolates Might Get Your Blood Pumping
Cold-Curing Ice Cream
With its Unusual Ingredients, Influenza Sorbet Will Clean Out Your Sinuses
Croissant-Inspired Desserts
The Cronut is a Delicious Croissant-Donut Hybrid
Flower-Shaped Pizza Appetizers
These Pizza Roses are a Pretty and Yummy Treat to Serve Guests
Healthy Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
This Green Goddess Grilled Cheese Will Excite and Satisfy Hunger
Classic Candy Bar Cupcakes
This Making It With Danielle Baked Good Infuses Snickers Chocolate
Peppermint Sandwich Cookies
Indulge This Christmas with this All Day I Dream About Food Recipe
Father's Day Desserts
The Dude Food Magic Bars are Made Using the Manliest of Ingredients
Contemporary Table Settings
The Modern Peas and Carrots Centerpiece is Perfect for Thanksgiving
Deep-Fried Phone Protectors
Japanese Food iPhone Cases Makes Hunger Unbearable
Pineapple-Infused Flapjacks
These Fantastic Fruity Pancakes are Vegan Friendly and Unexpected
Crunchy Campfire Confections
S’mores Bark is an Easy Dessert to Make for Any Festive Evening
Caviar Yogurt Parfaits
This Colorful Dish Offers a New Twist On a Tasty Treat
Velveteen Cookie Sandwiches
The Red Velvet with White Chocolate Ganache Cookie is Drool-Worthy
Beefy Suit Accessories
Cheeseburger Cuff Links Add an Alluring Greasiness to the Typical Outfit
Ethically Sourced Cacao
Raaka Manufactures Chocolate Using Unroasted Beans
Online Farmer's Markets
Farmingo Lets You Buy Locally Grown Produce Online
Whipped Minty Frosted Treats
The Mint Chocolate Cupcake Cones are a Little Bite of Christmas
Fate-Inspired Confections
The Crumbs Fortune Cookie Cupcake Foresees a Tasty Future
Cruelty-Free Eating Guides
Find Out the Important Health Facts of Adopting a Vegan Diet
Healthy No-Bread Bruschetta
Sweet Potato Bruschetta is a Yummy Snack to Calm Your Cravings
Healthy Homemade DIY Chips
Make Sweet Potato Chips When You Have a Craving for Store-Bought Snacks
Upscale Sandwich Remixes
The 'Cranberry Brie Grilled Cheese' Updates Standard Recipes
Crunchy DIY Candy Bars
These Scrumptious Treats Are Made Using a Few Simple Ingredients
Familial Disney Seasoners
Mrs. Potts and Chip Shakers are Adorable Table Top Seasoners
Vegan Chocolate Delights
Vegan Chocolate Snickers are the Perfect Tasty Snack
Frothy St. Patricks Snacks
The Homemade Shamrock Shake is Made with Creamy Ingredients
Extravagant Burger Homages
Fat and Furious Hamburgers Honors Cultural Icons and Events
Bold Breakfast Artistry
These Food Art Creations by Ida Skivenes Make One's Meal More Fun
Holiday Supper Sandwiches
The Grilled Cheese Social 'Thanks'gibbons' Glamorizes Leftovers
Decadent Gluten-Free Goods
Bunner’s Bakery Deliciously Caters to Different Dietary Needs
Spinning Skewer Cookers
The Spinarri Automatic BBQ Skewer Is a Cook’s Calling
Deceptively Fruity Fauxnuts
These Lemon Cakes are a Healthy Donut Alternative
Festive Pumpkin Fries
These Pumpkin Fries are the Perfect Fall Side Dish
Miniature Drinkable Confections
The Hot Chocolate Cake Pops are an Adorable Festive Treat
Deliciously Deceptive Fries
Baked Zucchini Fries are a Delicious Alternative to the Salty Snack
Boozy Wasabi Truffles
These Chocolate Truffles are Infused with a Vodka Made from Wasabi Peas
Record-Breaking Desserts
The World's Largest Cannoli Stretches Out Ten Feet Long
Mythical Candy Shakers
The Unicorn Rainbow Sprinkles Dispenser is a Sweet Treat
Animalistic Pancake Art
Favorite Arthropods 1 by Nathan Shields is Deliciously Lifelike
Crunchy Bat Cheese Balls
This Halloween Cheese Recipe Makes an Assortment of Edible Bats
Crunchy Peanut Brittle Pops
This Oh Nuts! Frozen Dessert is a Delectable Option
Southwestern Veggie Burgers
This Quinoa Burger Patty is Tasty and Good for You
Hot Cocoa Dessert Pops
Popbar Brings Chocolate Lovers Hot Chocolate On a Stick
Delectable Layered Dessert Cups
The Chocolate and Peanut Butter Pudding Treats Are Coated
Savory Salt-Infused Frozen Treats
Challenge Your Taste Palette With the Miso Ramen Ice Cream
Holiday Beverage Suckers
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Lollipop Mimics the Taste of the Starbucks Drink
Massive Pizza Burger Hybrids
The 'Megaburgerpizza' Creatively Uses a Pizza as a Burger Bun
DIY Floral Cookie Treats
This Treat Recipe Adds a Floral Touch to Oreo Cookies
Savory Smartphone Supports
The Strapya Smartphone Food Stand Will Prop Your Smartphone Up
Sweet Sprouting Desserts
The Cereal A Sweet Root Cake Incorporates Green Foliage
Cookie-Crowded Biscuit Bars
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with the Inn Cuisine Seven Layers Dessert
Fast Food Anniversary Buffets
Burger King Celebrates with All You Can Eat Burgers and Fries
DIY Fast Food
Jaime Neely Discusses How Fast Food at Home is Completely Accessible
Healthy Potato Chip Alternatives
Kale Chips are a Fantastic Low Fat Alternative to Standard Crisps
Towering Ice Cream Sandwiches
This Massive Ice Cream Sandwich is Amazingly Vegan-Friendly
Vegan-Friendly Catering Companies
Change Kitchen Provides Jobs for the Homeless
Garden Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
This ‘Spabettie’ Serves Up Mounds of Delicious Ingredients
Festive Seasoning Trinkets
The Kissing Elves Salt & Pepper Shakers Are Too Cute to Resist
Pastry Patterned Sweatshirts
The Donut Hoodie Design From ODD Future is Deliciously Devious
Campfire-Concoction Cookies
The Fifteen Spatulas Ooey Gooey Rocky Road Cookies are Superbly Sweet
Breakfast Roll Body Cleaners
This Cinnamon Bun Soap Looks Almost Too Tasty to Take into the Shower
Local Food Deliveries
Mama Earth Organics Lets You Choose Weekly or Bi-Weekly Produce Baskets
Special Dietary Restaurant Apps
Turnyp is a the Restaurant Guide App for Bounded Diets
Gourmet Breakfast Sandwiches
The Brie and Blueberry Waffle Grilled Cheese is Perfect for Brunch
DIY Pancake Pizzas
The Pancake Pizza Recipe is a Delicious Dish for Any Meal of the Day
Stacked Antipasti Sandwiches
The Spinach and Artichoke Grilled Cheese Recipe Includes Appetizers
Donut-Infused Robot Paintings
Eric Joyner Brings Donuts & Robots Together in a Nonsensical Series
Lactose Intollerant Trifles
The Lemon Creme with Oat-Thyme Crumble is Dairy-Free
Meaty Game Day Dips
This Super Bowl Dip Recipe is Packed With Chicken, Bacon and Artichokes
Vegan Apple Cranberry Cheesecake
Try This Raw Food Dessert as an Alternative to Baked Goods
Biscuit-Infused Java Tasters
Try the Two Girl Scoute Cookie Creamer Flavors from Coffee-Mate
Health-Promoting Pet Food
OrganiPets Uses Local and Hypo-Allergenic Ingredients
DIY Baked Banana Chips
This Simple Vegan Banana Chip Recipe is Sweet and Crispy
Fresh Vegan Pies
The Apple Cranberry Oatmeal Bake is Entirely Natural
Candy Bar Coffee Tables
The 70% Table by Anna thorunn is Sweetly Shaped Like a Bar Of Chocolate
Healthy Halloween Potato Appetizers
A Mini Sweet Potato Pumpkin is the Perfect Halloween Treat
Spicy Condiment-Flavored Candies
The Sriracha Chocolate Bar Brings the Heat to Your Mouth
Guiltless Vegan-Friendly Burgers
This Meatless Burger is Seasoned to Perfection and Far From Bland
Delectable Paleo Mashup Meals
This Vegetable Hash is a Great Way to Fill Up with Health Food
Decadent Animal-Free Desserts
The Simple Vegan Chocolate Cake is Rich in Flavor
Skull-Patterned Pastry Pans
The Pirate Pancake Maker Creates Deliciously Devious Desserts
Calorific Chocolate Breakfasts
This Epic Meal Time Chocolate Breakfast Packs Over 8,000 Calories
Alcoholic Cacao Popsicles
The Chocolate Stout Cheesecake Fudgesicle is the Ultimate Summer Treat
Spicy Skewered Meal Starters
Add a Kick to Your Appetizers with Spicy Sweet Potato Kebabs
Melting Cocoa Oatmeal Treats
The Pumpkin Candy Bar Cookies Will Increase Your Love for Fall
Meatless Pizza Appetizers
This Vegetarian Flatbread is the Perfect Size to Share with Friends
Frozen Chocolate Brownie Bites
This Ice Cream Sandwich by Good Life Eats is Superbly Sweet
Vegan-Friendly Cookie Dough Confections
This Homemade Granola Bar Recipe is Simple and Sweet
Peculiar Burger-Based Pies
The Deep Dish Cheeseburger Pie is for Meat-Loving Pie Enthusiasts
Carnivorous-Inspired Veggie Treats
These Chocolate Chicken Wings are a Vegetarian Bar Food Option
Vegan Chocolate-Covered Chips
These Salty and Sweet Chips Satisfy in a Health Way
Avian Holiday Pastries
These Easter Nests from Psycho Donuts Are Made of Deliciousness
Handmade Vegan Skincare
Nahla Beauty Offers Healthier Products for Everyday Beauty Routines
Galactic Series Flapjacks
Get to Know Captain Kirk's Crew by Munching on Star Trek Pancakes