19 Recipes for the Ultimate Vegan Thanksgiving

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Are you gathering recipes to make a completely vegan Thanksgiving dinner? You’ve come to the right place for the best ideas. We share our favorite side dishes, fluffy breads, main entrees, and sweet desserts. Read more now on Foodal so that you can expertly customize your own ultimate vegan holiday feast.

Vegan Avocado Chocolate Pudding

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Did you know that super ripe and soft avocados can create a creamy base for decadent dairy-free desserts and snacks? The proof is in this vegan avocado chocolate pudding. This sweet and luscious recipe is easy to prepare in the food processor and features a smooth mix of healthy ingredients. Read more now.

Sweet and Spicy Vegan Spaghetti Squash Laksa Soup

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Generous quantities of fresh ginger, garlic, and chilies produce an intensely aromatic base for this sweet and spicy Malaysian-inspired soup. Our rich, meat-free rendition is flowing with green curry paste and creamy coconut milk, and calls for roasted spaghetti squash strands instead of noodles. Read more now.

Spicy Vegan Collard Wraps

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Looking for a satisfying lunch packed with veggies, protein, and plenty of bold flavors? These vegan collard wraps are layered with lightly spiced quinoa, avocado, and juicy tomatoes and fennel in garlicky balsamic dressing. Read more now to add this recipe to your collection of meat-free lunch ideas.

Vegan Oat Muffins with Dried Fruit and Nuts

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If your lineup of go-to nutritious breakfast recipes is looking a little lackluster, give these oat muffins a whirl. They’re loaded with warm cinnamon, tangy dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts. Coconut oil, almond milk, and applesauce keep these vegan goodies moist and fluffy. Read on for the recipe.

Vegan Cashew Cheezy Sauce

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Umami-packed nutritional yeast permeates this velvety sauce and brings so much satisfyingly cheesy flavor that you won’t even miss the real thing. Buttery, softened cashews bring richness, while mustard powder, garlic, and paprika spice things up. Read more now to add this recipe to your list of dairy-free favorites.

Vegan Roasted Broccoli Soup

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In this recipe, roasted broccoli, onions, and garlic team up to create a caramelized flavor bomb, while soaked cashews and creamy coconut milk bring the velvety vegan soup to life. The silky, pureed broth will leave you licking the bowl. Keep reading to add this dish to your list of go-to vegan eats.

Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream

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Bored with shopping for non-dairy treats in the frozen aisle? Take out your ice cream maker at home. Our vegan chocolate ice cream is easy to make completely from scratch, and yields thick and rich results. Find out what simple ingredients we use, and make the recipe when that chocolate craving strikes.

Homemade Chocolate Chips for Baking (Vegan and Soy Free)

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Do you want to steer clear of the refined sugar, milk, soy, and stabilizers that are often found in store-bought chocolate chips? Learn how to make them from scratch right in your own kitchen. It’s much easier than you might think, with just four popular pantry ingredients. Read more now for the recipe.

Chickpea Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten Free and Vegan)

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Can you make a tasty chocolate chip cookie that’s vegan and gluten free? It may seem impossible, but our delicious chickpea chocolate chip cookies will destroy any doubt. Garbanzo bean flour is a great gluten-free base, and these cookies are easy to make, with a slightly firm crust and chewy centers. Read more now.

Zucchini Ribbons in Vegan Pesto Alfredo Sauce

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Looking for a lighter, more refreshing spin on traditional fettuccine alfredo? You’ll love this vegan-friendly take where delicate strands of zucchini are quickly cooked and doused in a creamy, cashew-based sauce featuring fragrant basil, raw garlic, and zesty lemon juice. Read on to find the full recipe.

Fast and Easy Vegan Chocolate Cake

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The next time you have a craving for something sweet, bake this fast and easy vegan chocolate cake. Made with a handful of pantry staples, all you need is one mixing bowl and a cake pan. Ready in 35 minutes, this cake is perfect for serving with coffee or bringing to a potluck. Read more now to get the recipe.