Christmas Recipes

If you're looking for vegetarian or vegan Christmas recipes, from appetizers to desserts, then you've come to the right place!

This collection is filled with meat-free Christmas appetizers, side dishes, main dishes, desserts and drinks! Try Parmentier Potatoes, Green Beans Almondine and Whole Roasted Cauliflower. Finish with Gingerbread Pumpkin Cupcakes and a Mulled Wine Spritzer. These recipes are all perfect for Thanksgiving too.

Planning a meat-free Christmas dinner? Browse my Vegetarian Christmas Recipes collection, with easy-to-find sections for festive main dishes, side dishes, starters, desserts, Christmas cookies, edible gifts and drinks.

Christmas Dinner Tips:

Plan Ahead: Write down a menu and shopping list well in advance, aiming for a balance of flavors and textures.
Prep Early: Pre-chop, peel, and marinate ingredients the day before to save time.
Simplify: Go for a few standout dishes rather than overloading with too many recipes.
Balance Flavors: Mix savory, sweet, tangy, and fresh elements to keep the meal exciting.
Set Up a Self-Serve Drink Station: It frees you up to focus on the food and keeps guests happy.
Make a Timeline: Start with dishes that require longer cooking times, like roasted vegetables or casseroles.

Meat-Free Christmas Dinner Tips:

Make a Main Centerpiece: Try a stuffed butternut squash, mushroom wellington, vegetable galette, or a nut roast for a hearty, flavorful main.
Incorporate Umami Flavors: Mushrooms, miso, soy sauce, and nuts add depth and richness to vegetarian dishes.
Focus on Seasonal Vegetables: Roasted Brussels sprouts, maple glazed carrots, and honey roasted parsnips make for beautiful and delicious sides.
Use Fresh Herbs and Spices: Rosemary, thyme, sage, and paprika bring holiday warmth without meat.
Serve a Rich Gravy: Mushroom or onion-based gravy adds that satisfying, savory note to the meal. Try vegan gravy or red wine mushroom gravy.
Add Plant-Based Protein: Lentils, beans, and nuts can make dishes more filling and nutritious.