Whether it’s your first Christmas as a vegetarian or your tenth, this time of year always proves to be a little testing. No, you probably don’t want to eat the meat offerings, but you do envy other diners as they peruse ample choices and you’re stuck with ordering the single set menu option on offer for you! However, we’ve pieced together a few possibilities to fill that centre-pieced shape hole in your stomach. Whether you’re going for the meat-like imitation or a seasonal veggie delight that will have even the most hardcore of turkey fans salivating, they’re all here for you to enjoy:
Nut Roast
As cliché as it may be, no veggie Christmas is truly complete without a nut roast! However, try giving this classic a little 2016 twist by packing in walnuts, cashews and brazil nuts alongside quinoa, fruits, and a spicy sauce.
http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/vegetables-recipes/incredible-nut-roast/
Mushroom, Chestnut and Cranberry Tart
If you’re not the lone veggie in your family, this tart could prove a real treat for all to enjoy. Bursting with flavours that rival any stuffed bird, this mushroom, chestnut, and cranberry tart can be made the day before, allowing for a more relaxing Christmas morning.
http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/vegetables-recipes/vegan-mushroom-chestnut-cranberry-tart/
Dauphinoise Potatoes
When you don’t eat meat, you can afford to load your plate up with extra carbs, so why not try these creamy potatoes in addition to your regular roasts? Bathed in a thick, garlicky sauce, anyone can enjoy these along with the other traditional trimmings.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/dauphinoisepotatoes_90205
Herb-Crusted Tempeh
If you’re a new vegetarian and looking for something a little chewier in texture to resemble Christmas dinners gone by, this one may be for you. A more flavourful version of tofu, it’s packed with protein and can be made vegan depending on what milk you use.
http://www.edibleperspective.com/home/2011/10/13/herb-crusted-tempeh.html
Squash Stuffed with Fruit and Nut Pilaf
Add some festive flair to this winter warmer vegetable by combining it with other seasonal produce. You’ll be left with a plate that is beautifully bold in both look and taste!
Of course, these suggestions can all be enjoyed alongside ample amounts of roasted veg, Yorkshire puddings and plenty of cauliflower cheese. By giving a few of these recipes a try, you can truly prove to all doubters that being veggie doesn’t have to be boring – enjoy, and Happy Christmas!
Edited by Jenine Tudtud
Sources:
http://www.foodnetwork.co.uk/recipes/dauphinoise-potatoes.html