Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and we’ve got the ultimate menu to keep it festive, fun, and completely plant-based. Whether you’re hosting a full vegan celebration or adding a few animal-friendly dishes to your table, this guide will help you plan a delicious holiday meal. Even better, this feast fed six for less than $10 per person!

A memorable Thanksgiving menu does more than taste amazing. 

It sets a mood.

Maybe you’re leaning into plant-based dishes this year, or inviting guests who prefer them.

Let this Thanksgiving food list be your guide—a holiday collection that’s welcoming, elegant, and effortlessly inclusive.

Chickpea roast with sweet and savory filling

Every vegan Thanksgiving meal needs a centerpiece, and this roast is built to impress. A chickpea-and-seitan “loin” wraps around apples, nuts, dried fruit, and aromatics. As it bakes, the exterior turns golden and crisp. A smoky chili glaze brushes over the top, adding warmth and flavor.

chickpea roast

Creamy green bean casserole

On the search for green bean recipes for Thanksgiving? Start here. The beans stay bright and tender, the homemade mushroom sauce turns velvety in the oven, and the baked onions add that essential, crackly top. It’s simple, cozy, and nourishing—everything a casserole should be.

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Easy garlicky mashed potatoes

Among the best Thanksgiving side dishes, mashed potatoes always feel like home. These come together with soft russets, warm garlic simmered in vegan butter, and just enough plant milk to fold everything into a smooth, velvety bowl. Each spoonful tastes warm and familiar—like something you grew up with, but a little lighter and kinder.

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Mashed potatoes with mushroom gravy

Mashed potatoes make another appearance, but this version stands apart. The potatoes are soft and creamy on their own, but the real upgrade comes from the mushroom gravy ladled on top. It’s smooth and unapologetically rich–the kind of vegan Thanksgiving food your guests will remember. 

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Simple and savory plant-based stuffing

The perfect dressing for Thanksgiving is all about simplicity. Some Pepperidge Farm stuffing mixes can be used as a plant-based base (be sure to prepare them with plant butter and vegetable broth!). Add your fresh veggies, bake until the top turns perfectly golden, and enjoy a savory stuffing that feels handmade.

green-bean-casserole

Sweet potato salad with Brussels sprouts

With this Brussels sprouts recipe, Thanksgiving guests will relish eating their veggies. Sweet potatoes and sprouts roast until tender and caramelized. Walnuts and cranberries add color and crunch. A quick balsamic vinaigrette brightens the dish, making it the perfect complement to a richer main.

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Creamy green bean salad

Need vegetable sides for Thanksgiving with a lighter touch? This chilled green bean salad hits that balance. Tender beans, plant-based cream, walnuts, and cranberries create a sweet-meets-savory combo that tastes best when chilled.

green bean salad

Pumpkin pie

Pumpkin pie is among the best dessert ideas for Thanksgiving—and for good reason. This vegan version blends pumpkin, warm spices, and tofu into a silky filling tucked inside a buttery cookie crust. A molten-style glaze drapes over the top, adding a touch of holiday indulgence. 

pumpkin pie

Classic apple pie

Apple pie belongs on every holiday table… end of discussion. This plant-based version from Essential Vegan brings thin-sliced apples, cinnamon, and a golden crust that flakes in all the right ways. Serve warm with vegan whipped cream or ice cream and watch everyone suddenly become “pie people.”

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Banana pecan pie

If your Thanksgiving dessert lineup needs something a little unexpected, this banana pecan pie is the move. A crumbly cookie crust carries a sweet banana filling, and the glossy pecan topping makes it shine like a bakery window display. Cozy, rich, and perfect with a hot drink at the end of the night.

pecan pie

Short on time? Try these quick wins. 

Fast mains

A store-bought roast makes vegan Thanksgiving meals feel effortless. Tofurky offers a wild-rice-stuffed option with gravy. Field Roast and Gardein have their own flavorful takes. Just check the label, heat, slice, serve–you’ll get an instant vegan main with almost no prep.

Easy sides

A few smart shortcuts turn simple staples into good Thanksgiving sides. Canned cranberry sauce and yams keep things classic (just be sure to check the labels). Roasted vegetables in olive oil or plant-based butter hold their own. Many canned biscuits—including some Pillsbury and Annie’s varieties—are free of animal products.