Hosting Thanksgiving is never easy(Opens in a new window), especially when a guest has a special diet. But these veggie-packed (and did we mention healthy?) Thanksgiving recipes do double-duty: They serve as a main dish for the vegetarians and vegans, and spare you the effort of crafting a faux turkey tofu concoction. They also pair so well with traditional potatoes(Opens in a new window) and cranberry sauce(Opens in a new window) even the carnivores will be asking for the leftovers(Opens in a new window).
So grab your essential Thanksgiving tools(Opens in a new window) and read on for three delicious, all-vegetarian recipes everyone at your holiday table will enjoy.
Plus, get tips on how to plan a small Thanksgiving dinner(Opens in a new window) and make spiralized sweet potato and apple recipes.
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This destination cauliflower is as show-stopping as any roast, yet it’s incredibly simple to make. The tips of the florets are sweet and deep-golden brown and the center is soft and tender. The leaves crisp and their ruffled edges become crunchy and toasted. Cut the dome into four or six hefty wedges and serve it with a healthy dollop of the bright green walnut arugula pesto
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These striped stuffed squash towers earn their place at the center of the plate with their rugged good looks and savory filling. This recipe is easy to customize for the tastes at your table. Add a few ounces of vegan sausage to the onions as they cook, use dried apricots instead of cranberries, or chewy farro or earthy barley instead of quinoa
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A purple and green salad with a substantial crunch. This slaw has it all: sweet and chewy fig slices, tangy, creamy goat cheese, bright herbs, and crunchy pistachios. If you would like to make this salad vegan, remove the goat cheese, and add more lime