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POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Being a vegetarian at Thanksgiving doesn't mean you are destined for a meal of Tofurky and mashed potatoes. Here are some amazingly simple vegetarian Thanksgiving style recipes to get you and your non-turkey eating friends through the day.

(Afterwards, if you're feeling really gutsy, you could help free the turkeys, SNL style.)


On with the recipes!

Soups and Salads

Pumpkin Tortilla Soup. Contrary to what you might think, this tortilla soup is very filling even though it doesn’t have any meat or even soy protein. You can use the tortilla for garnish or actually cook it into the soup.

Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup isn’t just quick and easy, it’s also flavorful and filling. Remember to cook it slowly to make sure all the natural juices and flavors of the vegetables come out fully. Top it off with a little bit of sour cream and rosemary for garnish.

Roasted Beet and Pear Salad is not only a treat to eat but it will also help keep that holiday weight in check. The combination of beets mixed with pears brings out a curiously delicious flavor. Remember to wear gloves while preparing the salad or the beets will stain your hands red.

Not only is a fresh fruit salad healthy and nutritious, but it is easy to prepare and goes with everything. Make sure you’re using fruits that everyone in the family enjoys and ones that complement each other. You can also top it off with nuts or opt for a Mojito Fruit Salad.

Side Dishes

Hearty Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers are a great compliment to any entree and can be a great ‘little something’ to take over to someone’s place even if you don’t know what the host is preparing. Lentils are a good option here because they are both tasty and provide a good meaty and filling alternative to meat.

Spanakoptia is a mouthful to say. A very delicious mouthful I should add. This delicious recipe comes from Greece and though is usually served in triangles, if you’re having trouble folding, try making rectangles. Once your party tries a couple of these delicious mouthfuls, no one will judge you for the shape.

Main Courses

Vegetarian Lasagna will make all your friends happy, vegetarian or not. Once you’re done preparing the lasagna, garnish it with fresh basil leaves (or other fresh herbs) and let it sit for 20 minutes before serving. Lasagna has become a Thanksgiving staple in many homes. After you try this recipe, you’ll know why.

If you don’t mind standing by the stove for a while, this Winter Squash Risotto is going to complete your Thanksgiving meal. Make sure the rice is creamy before serving and if you don’t like mushrooms, just take them and don’t worry about affecting the recipe. This one is bound to become a winter staple long after Thanksgiving has come and gone.

Desserts! (aka the best part)

This vegan-friendly Apple Pie recipe is incredibly simple and uses very few ingredients. Use an apple slicer to save yourself some time and you’ll be ready to serve delicious homemade apple pie in under an hour. Add some wheat flour to thicken it up if you’re not a fan of liquidy pie.

If you still have some pumpkin remaining after the pumpkin tortilla soup, try out this wonderful Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe. Be sure to keep all ingredients at room temperature before cooking and dip your knife in a glass of hot water (the hotter the better) before cutting slices and serving. Don’t forget to top it off with some whipped cream.

Yum, yum, and yum. Is it Thanksgiving yet?

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sticks.stones.techno

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

yay for vegetarian options
save the turkeys lmao
<33

JCCAKES

JCCAKES says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

i think i'll stick with turkey.
however that spiced pumpkin cheesecake looks good.

CaliforniaLuv84

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

That all looks so good! :]

peta2

peta2 says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

heck yea!

check out some sexy pilgrims handing out vegetarian thanksgiving meals... seriously!

http://blog.peta2.com/2008/11/sexy_pilgrims_giant_turkeys_de.html

Grace

Grace says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

yaaaay for being a vegetarian on thanksgiving :]]]

sunshinee.com

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

um....
how bout eat turkey. it's delicious.

Steve

Steve says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

OMG THAT SHIT LOOKS SO GOOD!!!!

latsyrK

latsyrK says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

:)
These are really good ideas!
They look so good:)

Stacia.

Stacia. says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

yum! too bad the cheese cake isn't vegan. i LOVE cheesecake. haha

Michele

Michele says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

pumpkin tortila soup and vegetarian lasagna is so good...ive had them before delicious....oh and this year we are having spiced pumpkin cheesecake....how weird you mention this!!!

KaylaMae

KaylaMae says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Awesome! Those sound yummy. =]

My mom bought me Vegetarian Lasagna for Thanksgiving this year. =]

Cindy Louxx

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Looks good, but I don't celebrate Thanksgiving so yeah!.

` [DEAD) FROM |BOREDOM|

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Strangely enough, some of those don't sound so bad o.0

MiChEllE

MiChEllE says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

wow thats kinda kool.

Dav!d!

Dav!d! says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Good job!!

Judy

Judy says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

excellent.... even for those that also love veggies. thamks!

WingsStef

WingsStef says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

I'm not vegetarian, but do love vegetables. Some these sound really good. Oh think I will be trying Pumpkin Tortilla Soup one of these days!

PoliticGirl!

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

I'm not veggietarian, but that stuff looks delicious :)

I don't like turkey btw, i eat like ham or whatever the fam makes.

The stuffed peppers sound yummy...my granny always makes them for Thanksgiving :)

paramore_gurl99

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

yeas!! finally sum justice 4 veggie eaters. hey they should try turkeyless turkey it tastes really good

Siara

Siara says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

yay! this is awesome. everyone has been giving me grief because this is my first veg. thanksgiving. but there are great alternatives like these!!! =]

Mrs.Cullen

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

yeah awesome i was gunna eat friut but thanks for the recipes :]]]]]]]]]]]]]]
Add m veg heads ha no offense i'm one too!

Joshua Jinxed

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

I remember when I was a vegitarian. :D

These made me hungry. ^_^

Mikl B

Mikl B says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

first thanksgiving with veg status..going to be easyyyyyyy =D

Damis06

Damis06 says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Almost 7 years strong Vegetarian in a family full of omnivours. Thanksgiving is always a little akwark with just my sister and I not eating Turkey.

NasimNicole

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

aha. im a vegetarian :D
im exciteddd.
this is my first time being a veggie during thanksgiving so yeahhh
i wanna try some of these meals :D

gumby

gumby says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Some of these do sound really yummy!

Donny

Donny says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Some does sounds good. I'm not a vegetarian though.

Mallory

Mallory says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Awesommmeee,
I should show these to my dad, haha I don't cook anything on Thanksgiving besides bread :p

Chilito

Chilito says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

:D
wii

em

em says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

mmmmm those sound good!!! but i still will eat turkey but i will try those options for dinner some time!!!

ray - chill - ann :)

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

oh my gosh (:!
i'm so freakking happy that socialvibe gave me some ideas ;D
veg. heads<33333333333

Thatonegirl with the hair

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Ive just started being a veggie a few months ago and this will surely help me! =)

LAURENMARCELLE

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

thank you for this!
every year i just eat mashed potatoes and like pasta or something un-thanksgiving-y like that haha
there's some good looking stuff here :D

Jinx bby

Jinx bby says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

I prefer ham then turkey but that Vegetarian Lasagna omg..looks hella good

horse lover! :)

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

wow! amazing stuff! mmm yum yum yum! :)

lianne-t

lianne-t says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Thanks for blogging this! There are a ton more vegan/vegetarian recipes at http://www.vegcooking.com that are super delicious and easy to make. Check them out!

EmilySarahx

POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

i've been a vegetarian for almost 2 years now
it really is easier than people think =]
x x x

Donny

Donny says:
POSTED 11 MONTHS AGO

Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake has eggs in it... still not a food for vegan people... js

tiffiegrl13

POSTED 10 MONTHS AGO

VEGANVEGANVEGAN! Num. xD


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