18 Vegan Recipes for a Terrific Turkey-Free Thanksgiving

MAINS

Slow-Cooker Marsala Veggie Grain Bowl

Make things easy on yourself by turning to a slow-cooker recipe this Thanksgiving. This grain-bowl is warm, nourishing, and will keep you full throughout all the tofurkey-day festivities. (via Brit + Co)

One-Pot Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili Recipe

It doesn't get much more comforting and warming than chili. Serve up the vegan version with this hearty and delicious sweet potato and black bean concoction. (via Brit + Co)

Herbed Seitan Vol-Au-Vents

Don't be put off by the fancy name. Instead, think of these beauts as elegant pot pies baked in flaky puff pastry shells. (via May I Have That Recipe)

15-Minute Brussels Sprouts Tempeh Stir Fry

A generous helping of meaty-yet-meat-free tempeh transforms this Brussels sprouts stir fry into a hearty meal in minutes… just 15 minutes, to be exact. (via In Pursuit of More)

Maple Hazelnut-Crusted Tempeh Cutlets

A maple-syrup-laced sweet and savory sauce infuses tempeh with a ton of flavor before it's coated in a crispy hazelnut crust. Talk about a terrific turkey alternative. (via Keepin' It Kind)

Stuffed Thanksgiving Burger

These homemade veggie burgers have Thanksgiving written all over them, but they may very well end up in your year-round dinner rotation. (via The Post Punk Kitchen)

Nutty Curry Stuffed Squash

Vegans and omnivores alike will enjoy these spiced, personal-sized squash. Packed with an assortment of filling grains and nuts, they're a superb holiday centerpiece. (via Robin Asbell)

Baked Pumpkin Ravioli With Rubbed Sage Cream

Totally-from-scratch ravioli enrobed in an herbal cashew cream is definitely worthy of this year's Thanksgiving table. (via Olives for Dinner)

Kale-Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Loaded baked potatoes may be a more casual main dish option, but the kale, quinoa and sliced almonds offer a certain amount of elegance to this oh-so-tasty sweet potato. (via Spinach for Breakfast)

Lentil Shepherd's Pie With Parsnip and Potato Mash

Relieve your day-of holiday workload by breaking the prep for this casserole over a couple days. A word to the wise: You may want to double the parsnip-potato mash to be safe — it has a tendency to attract spoons… (via Food52)

DESSERTS

Vegan Apple Nice-Cream

All the flavors of fall are showcased in this insanely delicious and easy-to-make vegan ice cream creation. Bonus: You only need FOUR ingredients to whip up this decadent dairy-free dessert. (via Brit + Co)

Apple Pie Tacos

You are *not* going to be able to stop at just one of these completely vegan-friendly dessert tacos. Bonus points for emblazoning "PIE" on the side of each shell. (via Brit + Co)

Cranberry Chocolate Breakfast Cake

We love that this cake can be enjoyed for both breakfast and dessert. (via The Pancake Princess)

Raw Pumpkin Cheesecake

Oven space is often in short supply during the holiday season, so it's especially nice having a few no-bake desserts to fall back on. This cheesecake gets its luscious texture from cashews and a plume of whipped coconut cream on top. (via The Cake Merchant)

Apple Oat Crumble

Enjoy this crumble as a quick and easy alternative to pie. Simply swap out the apples with pears for a whole new experience. (via A House in the Hills)

Coffee Roasted Pumpkin Seed Snack Clusters

Serve up these clusters as a sweet, caffeinated treat at the end of your feast. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Mini Pumpkin Pies (Gluten-Free)

After a large meal, just a touch of dessert is all you need. These bite-sized pies fit the bill perfectly. (via The Colorful Kitchen)

Pumpkin Panna Cotta

It's hard to believe that this silky panna cotta is gelatin- and dairy-free. A sprinkle of pumpkin seed brittle on top lends an awesome textural contrast along with an extra boost of flavor. (via Lands and Flavors)

Are you planning to cook any vegan Thanksgiving recipes this holiday season? A whole feast's worth or just a few? Let us know @BritandCo!

This article has been updated.