55 Best Vegetarian Thanksgiving Recipes for an Easy Meat-Free Meal

Rather than using tradition Arborio rice, this recipe uses pearl barley to create a hearty and warm dish full of veggies.

Get the Barley Risotto recipe.

It's a toss-up between turkey gravy and cornbread as the most popular Thanksgiving side. We think vegetarians would vote for the latter — and after making this recipe, may have to agree.

Get the Buttermilk Cornbread recipe.

For those who have a sweet tooth, prepare this soup that calls for cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and maple syrup. Your taste buds will have just enough room for a slice or two of sweet pie after.

Get the Cinnamon-Spiced Sweet Potato Soup with Maple Croutons recipe.

A tablespoon of fresh ginger adds a nice flavor to this cranberry sauce that can be stored in the freezer for up to two months.

Get the Gingery Cranberry Sauce recipe.

You're going to want to make a double batch of these — they'll go that quickly! Want to make it vegan? Skip the butter or use a non-dairy alternative.

Get the Mini Hasselback Potatoes with Chive Butter recipe.

This veggie side is full of texture and is as pretty as it is mouthwatering. The baby arugula adds a nice spice to the sweet cranberries and roasted almonds.

Get the Roasted Cauliflower Salad recipe.

It's the coconut milk in this recipe that makes it creamy and rich. Plus, it uses a vegetable bouillon base.

Get the Butternut Squash and Turmeric Soup recipe.

No cheese, just cream help make this recipe. And trust us, guests won't be able to get enough of these creamy russet potatoes.

Get the Six-Ingredient Potato Gratin recipe.

These bite-sized appetizers will hold guests over until dinnertime.

Get the Squash Toasts recipe.

For an adult version of the tried and true classic, try this cranberry recipe that calls for a quarter cup of brandy.

Get the Oven-Baked Brandied Cranberries recipe.

Swap the chicken broth for vegetable and load in a large potato and onion plus a can of pure pumpkin for a smooth Thanksgiving soup.

Get the Harvest Pumpkin Soup recipe.

Slices of apple and pear plus fennel, walnuts, and celery give this salad a loaded crunch.

Get the Pear & Walnut Salad recipe.

Coriander seeds, ground cinnamon, and half of a red chile combine for a flavorful side dish with a yogurt and lemon drizzle that will impress your dinner guests.

Get the Coriander Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe.

Once you finish layering the slices of three Granny Smith apples and two russet potatoes, all you have to do is set the oven to 30 to 35 minutes.

Get the Apple and Potato Gratin recipe.

This recipe is definitely not vegan — heavy on the cheese — but it's the perfect green side for vegetarians looking for the ultimate comfort side.

Get the Creamy Garlic and Herb Spinach recipe.

Sweet potato and sage is a quintessential fall flavor combo you need on your Thanksgiving table — regardless if you have vegetarians dining with you on November 24 or not.

Get the Instant Pot Risotto with Sweet Potato, Lemon, and Sage recipe.

You can prepare this stuffing recipe the day before, so you have one less dish to cook on Thanksgiving. Just replace the chicken broth with a veggie version.

Get the Cheddar and Herb Stuffing recipe.

Do all the chopping and whisking the night before so all you have to do on Thanksgiving Day is sauté these sprouts over a medium-high flame.

Get the Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Pecorino Cheese and Almonds recipe.

For a vegetarian-friendly salad that is just as hearty, try this recipe that shreds carrots, beets, and apples for an autumnal delight.

Get the Sweet Potatoes with Shredded Salad recipe.

You can prepare these beets up to two days in-advance as they need to be in refrigerated before you can scoop them onto your plate at Thanksgiving dinner.

Get the Marinated Beets with Rosemary recipe.

You can dip these buttery biscuits into a pool of gravy or spread more butter onto its flaky insides.

Get the Thyme Biscuits with Honey-Thyme Butter recipe.

Turkey who? Serve this for a lighter — but just as crowd-pleasing — main dish.

Get the Spaghetti Squash and Chickpea Sauté recipe.

Sure, you can roast or sauté brussels sprouts. But for a creative twist, shred this green vegetable and toss with dried cranberries, toasted hazelnuts, and pecorino shards for a satisfying crunch.

Get the Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad recipe.

The sweet pies at the end of Thanksgiving dinner are typically sans meat, but why not start the pie-eating early with this savory pastry.

Get the Asparagus and Potato Galette recipe.

There's no rule that says you can't serve pasta on Thanksgiving. This recipe, which only takes 20 mins to create, is the perfect main dish for vegetarians.

Get the Ravioli with Sautéed Butternut Squash and Thyme recipe.

A stick of cinnamon, a cup of flat-leaf parsley, and half a cup of dried cherries combine for a cozy pilaf dish that also happens to use vegetable rather than chicken broth.

Get the Wild Rice and Cherry Pilaf recipe.

Tossing in hearty grains like farro into salads is key to making an easy vegetarian side for any holiday dinner.

Get the Farro, Apple, and Carrot Salad recipe.

Swap chicken broth for vegetable, and you have yourself a classic stuffing recipe the whole table will enjoy.

Get the Dill and Parsley Stuffing recipe.

The best part about making risotto is that it's really easy to prepare. All you have to do is add the dry white wine and vegetable broth and stir until the rice absorbs the liquid.

Get the Butternut Squash Risotto recipe.

Soup with seasonal ingredients like sugar pumpkin and nutmeg makes an easy and delicious meatless meal for Thanksgiving.

Get the Pumpkin-Carrot Soup recipe.

Cremini, shiitake, and button mushrooms create the savory filling in this stromboli that'll rival any turkey.

Get the Mushroom and Herb Stromboli recipe.

With just six ingredients, you can whip together this vegetarian recipe and side dish in the morning — before you put the turkey in the oven.

Get the Scalloped Potatoes recipe.

This cheesy recipe will please the younger guests as well as those who avoid eating meat.

Get the Basic Macaroni and Cheese recipe.

Let the main meal cook itself while you spend quality time with the fam. And since it's filled with aromatic cumin, ginger and cinnamon, you know it's going to be good.

Get the Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Stew recipe.

You'll need to swap the type of broth you use to prepare this stuffing recipe, but after that, all the other ingredients are a go.

Get the Sourdough Herb Stuffing recipe.

Roast acorn squash with olive oil and salt while you prepare the vinaigrette that uses apple cider — so you can use up that supply from apple picking.

Get the Roasted Acorn Squash with Cider Vinaigrette recipe.

Consider this the Thanksgiving version of the viral feta and tomato bake. Simply fold in herb-garlic cheese and let the automatic seasoning take over.

Get the Buttermilk-Boursin Mashed Potatoes recipe.

These potatoes may be baked twice, but stuffing them with all the right goodies will require no time at all.

Get the Caramelized Onion Twice-Baked Potatoes recipe.

On the topic of baking things twice, this recipe uses the same method in the previous idea, but this time you make sweet potatoes topped with meringue.

Get the Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes recipe.

Because apple cider makes everything better this time of year, no?

Get the Cider-Glazed Brussels Sprouts recipe.

There's nothing like a roasted veggie side to heap next to your stuffing and mashed potatoes.

Get the Crispy Roasted Broccolini recipe.

Fact: Anything that's cheesy and stuffed is worth putting on the table. In 30 minutes, you'll have an entrée that's sure to please.

Get the Cheesy Stuffed Peppers with White Beans recipe.

Caramelized onions and apples add a sweet and savory flavor to a stuffing that you won't be able to resist.

Get the Caramelized Onion Stuffing with Apples and Sage recipe.

Aside from butter (which this recipe has plenty of), garlic and rosemary are two flavors that should be part of every mashed potato recipe.

Get the Rosemary-Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe.

Maple syrup acts as a more sophisticated sweet marshmallow replacement in this sweet potato dish.

Get the Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Rosemary Pecans recipe.

This lighter vegetarian dish is still filling thanks to the addition of sliced almonds — but not so filling that you won't have room for a slice or two of pecan pie.

Get the Green Beans with Toasted Garlic and Almonds recipe.

Speaking of pecan pie, this vegetable dish takes the flavors of your favorite pie and pours them over 24 purple and orange carrots.

Get the Pecan Pie Glazed Carrots recipe.

The creamy layers seasoned to perfection with parsley and thyme will make this the first leftover you reach for in the refrigerator the day after.

Get the Herbed Potatoes Au Gratin recipe.

Remember those biscuits we mentioned earlier? Well, this chutney looks like the perfect spread to pair with those savory delights.

Get the Cranberry Chutney recipe.

These fritters are also low-carb for individuals looking for some lighter options.

Get the Spiced Carrot Fritters recipe.

There's nothing like sitting down to a warm bowl of tomato soup to start off your (vegetarian) Thanksgiving dinner.

Get the Spiced Tomato Soup with Flatbread recipe.

Skip the slices of bacon and let the garlic, apricot jam, vinegar, and salt and pepper do the talking.

Get the Apricot-Glazed Green Beans recipe.

Give your greens a yummy partner in crime with butternut squash. You'll add 1 pinch of cayenne pepper for a kick.

Get the Roasted Butternut Squash and Spinach recipe.

Combine green beans with chickpeas and cannellini beans for a protein-packed and vegetarian twist on traditional Thanksgiving green bean recipes.

Get the Three-Bean Salad recipe.

The new (and delicious) way to satisfy your sweet potato cravings. You can use any starch you'd like, really!

Get the Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Barley and Arugula recipe.