For many people, Thanksgiving is a daunting holiday when trying to go vegan. It is usually filled with a great deal of overthinking throughout the weeks before, followed by some disoriented grocery shopping and a day full of the family making jokes about the fake turkey on the table. But in reality, Thanksgiving is a great day for vegans to try out new recipes and help your family test out the waters of a new diet in lifestyle. So, here is a list of simple (but delicious) vegan Thanksgiving treats that will impress even the carnivores.
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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
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Not many people realize that breakfast, the most important meal of the day, is still important on Thanksgiving. This tasty Thanksgiving breakfast smoothie created by SweetVeganSara will get you into the holiday spirit right after you get out of bed and help you to kick start your day.
- Green Bean Casserole
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A staple on the Thanksgiving table– and of course, there is a vegan version of it. This warm, tasty, comfort food is something that no one will notice is vegan because it looks and tastes just like the real thing.
- Sweet Potato Casserole Boats
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This new take on a traditional dish will help make things a lot less messy in your kitchen, as the whole dish is contained within each potato. Not to mention, they are also healthy!
- Cranberry Sauce
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Canned cranberry sauce, although usually vegan, can often contain a great deal of processed sugar. This recipe created by Marisa Moore contains healthier ingredients, as well as orange juice and zest, adding a slightly different flavor than traditional cranberry sauce would have.
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Arguably the most important part, Vegan Turkey
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My favorite part of every holiday meal is the so-called “celebration loaf.” There are many different kinds and brands: Tofurkey, Field Roast, Quorn, Gardein, as well as many recipes for homemade main dishes. But, my personal favorite is Tofurkey’s Veggie Roast stuffed with wild rice and Field Roast’s celebration loaf filled with butternut squash, apples, and mushrooms.
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Stay safe, and remember to try to eat kindly this week!