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    45+ Gluten Free Vegan Holiday Recipes

    By Maggie Updated Jan 28, 2021 · Published Dec 16, 2020

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    Still on the hunt for the perfect holiday recipes this season? Look no further! Below are over 45 gluten free vegan holiday recipes that are perfect for celebrating this time of year. Below you will find appetizers, sides, main course dishes, desserts and drinks recipes to bring cheer to you and those around you.

    Vegan and gluten free holiday recipes

    Whew! We've almost made it through 2020. How was it for you? I know everyone has had a much different experience with how this year has unfolded. There has been much change, discord and loss for so many. But perhaps some good things have come out of this year for you too. We've all weathered this strange storm of 2020 in different ways, and now it is time to say good-bye.

    One thing I think we can all agree on is that food is the perfect way to celebrate any occasion. Whether you are celebrating the holidays with loved ones this season, or staying home, you're going to need these gluten free vegan holiday recipes. Because we all need to eat right? These gluten free vegan recipes are perfect for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanza, New Year's or any of the other holidays around December. Heck, even if you don't celebrate holidays, why not make a delicious meal sometime this month? Just because.

    Whatever you may celebrate: Happy Holidays to you! I hope your season is beautiful, bright and full of joy.

    Appetizers

    Cranberry Jalapeño Salsa
    Tortilla chip dipped into cranberry jalapeno salsa with chips and cranberries in the background.
    Cranberry Jalapeño Salsa is fresh and flavorful, the perfect appetizer for any holiday celebration. This salsa features an irresistible combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.
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    Cauliflower Ceviche
    Cauliflower Ceviche
    Cauliflower Ceviche makes a great appetizer with tortilla chips or as a side dish at your next meal. 
    Check out This Recipe
    Garlic Herb Vegan Almond Cheese Spread - by Delightful Adventures
    Almond Cheese Spread Appetizer
    An easy vegan cheese spread that’s filled with flavor and can be served with veggies and crackers.
    Check out This Recipe
    Olive Tapenade - by Profusion Curry
    olive tapenade
    Olive tapenade is an easy appetizer that comes together in a cinch! Serve this flavorful tapenade with fresh veggies, crackers or as a bruschetta topping.
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    Vegan Cheese Ball - by Pink Fortitude
    Vegan cheeseball with cranberries
    It’s not a party until the cheese spread comes out. It’s the perfect appetizer for any holiday gathering, game day, ladies brunch, or party in general. This vegan cheese ball is dairy-free, covered with cranberries and pistachios, is easy to make, and is absolutely delicious.
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    Vegan Fritters (Pakora) - by Urban Farmie
    Vegan Pakora Fritters
    Baked vegan and gluten-free vegetable fritters that make for a perfect bite-sized and healthy appetizer for the holiday season!
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    Pumpkin Bean Dip - by Fannetastic Food
    Pumpkin Bean Dip Appetizer
    This savory Pumpkin Dip is delicious, healthy, and comes together in just 5 minutes. A perfect gluten free vegan holiday appetizer! Serve with crackers, crunchy veggies, or tortillas chips.
    Check out This Recipe
    Gluten Free Tigernut Flour Crackers - by Strength and Sunshine
    Tigernut Flour Crackers
    A healthy and delicious grain-free snack! Savory Tigernut Flour Crackers are perfect for an everyday snack or a fancy addition to an appetizer platter! Tip: Use alongside the cheese ball or spread recipes above.
    Check out This Recipe

    Side Dishes

    Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots and Brussels Sprouts
    Roasted carrots and Brussels sprouts on a sheet pan.
    Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots and Brussels Sprouts are the perfect side dish for fall and the holidays. These glazed veggies are super flavorful with a crispy yet tender texture.
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    Vegan Kale Salad Recipe with Apples & Walnuts
    Kale salad in a bowl with apples, walnuts, and chickpea on top. Around the bowl is more kale, chickpeas, apples, and the balsamic dressing.
    This Easy Vegan Kale Salad Recipe with oil-free balsamic dressing is topped with sliced apples, toasted walnuts, and roasted chickpeas.
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    Quick & Easy Vegan Mashed Cauliflower Recipe
    Creamy mashed cauliflower with herb garnish.
    Vegan Mashed Cauliflower is creamy, buttery, garlicky, and ready in just 15 minutes! This quick and easy recipe uses frozen cauliflower to get it done.
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    Butternut Squash Soup with Coconut and Ginger
    Two bowls of butternut squash soup with coconut cream, cilantro, and roasted squash seeds taken in perspective. A small bowl of squash seeds and 2 spoons are on top of a white and blue striped cloth and wood background.
    Butternut Squash Soup with coconut and ginger is rich and creamy with a mildly spicy kick. This vegan soup is ready in just 40 minutes, perfect for cozy winter evenings!
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    Sweet Potato Casserole - by A Sweet Alternative
    Sweet Potato Casserole
    This sweet potato casserole is an easy and delicious gluten free vegan side dish recipe for the holidays.
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    Roasted Root Veggies - by Delicious Meets Healthy
    Roasted Root Veggies
    These roasted vegetables are not only easy and simple to make, but they are also delicious and nutritious! They are naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free, Whole30, Paleo, and vegan.
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    Christmas Salad - by Stacey Homemaker
    Christmas Salad
    This festive vegan Christmas salad is the perfect side dish to serve with your holiday meal! Loaded with arugula, nutty wild rice, roasted pecans, juicy pomegranate arils, green onions, tart dried cherries, and tangy garlic dijon dressing; this hearty gluten-free salad is a major crowd pleaser!
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    Scalloped Potatoes Florentine - by Stacey Homemaker
    Scalloped Potatoes Florentine
    Every bite of these cheesy vegan scalloped potatoes is ultra-rich, super creamy, and loaded with spinach! Complete your weeknight dinner or holiday meal and impress your family with this decadent oil-free and gluten-free side dish!
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    Garam Masala Roasted Squash - by V Nutrition and Wellness
    Garam Masala Roasted Squash
    This Garam Masala Roasted Squash is simple to make and a great addition to any healthy holiday table. It’s paired with a tangy lemon tahini sauce, sweet pomegranates and crunchy pepitas.
    Check out This Recipe
    Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad - by Flavor the Moments
    Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad
    Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad is a hearty vegan quinoa salad with roasted butternut squash, pomegranate and a tangy, sweet apple cider maple dressing!
    Check out This Recipe
    Kale Waldorf Salad - by Plants Rule
    Kale Waldorf Salad
    Sweet, nutty, and tangy, this vegan, gluten-free salad hits it all. The ingredients in the salad work double-duty as the ingredients for the oil-free dressing.
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    Main Dishes

    Vegan Eggplant Rollatini
    Eggplant Rollatini on White Plate
    Eggplant is roasted and then stuffed with tofu ricotta and baked in red sauce for a hearty and decadent meal.
    Check out This Recipe
    Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash
    Two halves of stuffed acorn squash on a baking tray.
    Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash is full of everything you crave for Thanksgiving or a cozy winter night. Wild rice is combined with mushrooms, cranberries, shallots, and sage for a hearty vegan main dish.
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    Pasta with Creamy Beet Sauce
    Pasta with beet sauce in white bowl
    Roasted beets are combined with herbs and balsamic vinegar to create a mouthwatering sauce. This sauce is tossed with greens and topped with walnuts for an easy and nutritious weeknight meal.
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    Portobello Shepherd's Pie (Vegan, Gluten Free)
    PoPortobello Shepherd's Pie on white plate with fork
    These individual portobello shepherd’s pies are filled with roasted carrots, mushrooms, and onions and topped with a savory parsnip puree.  Serve these elegant shepherd’s pies at your next holiday gathering or special occasion.
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    Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots and Apples
    Maple dijon roasted carrots and apples with red onion and garlic on a serving spoon with the roasting pan in the background.
    Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots and Apples are the perfect side dish. They deliver sweet, savory, and tangy flavors and come out of the oven perfectly caramelized and glazed.
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    Pesto Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes
    Pesto Pasta with roasted tomatoes
    Pesto pasta with roasted tomatoes is a festive dish that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. Roasted tomatoes are tossed with garlic and balsamic for a mouthwatering meal.
    Check out This Recipe
    Gluten Free Seitan Roast - by A Virtual Vegan
    GF Seitan Roast
    Get the taste and texture of seitan without the gluten with this gluten-free seitan roast. Sliceable, tender, meaty and delicious this roast is great for serving with all the trimmings for your holiday meals.
    Check out This Recipe
    Whole Roasted Cauliflower - by Veggie Desserts
    Whole Roasted Cauliflower
    Whole roasted cauliflower is a show stopping gluten free vegan main dish recipe for Christmas and the holidays. The garlic and smoked paprika give it a wonderful flavor, while the cauliflower gets soft inside and crispy on the outside.
    Check out This Recipe
    Pumpkin Tamales - by 24 Bite
    Vegan Pumpkin Tamales
    This Vegan Tamales Recipe has a delicious, savory pumpkin and jalapeno filling wrapped in a well seasoned masa dough then steamed to perfection. Works great for your next holiday or any day.
    Check out This Recipe
    Roasted Carrots, Quinoa & Pistachios - by Veeg
    Maple Roasted Carrots & Cranberries
    As delicious as it is eye-catching, this satisfying entrée features an array of seasonal favorites. Gorgeous roasted carrots and cranberries top a bed of beautifully dressed fresh greens. Hearty quinoa and pistachios are tied together with an addicting drizzle of oil-free sauce—the combo of flavors are fabulous!
    Check out This Recipe
    Celery Root Holiday Roast - by Seven Roses
    Celery root holiday roast
    An inexpensive, naturally gluten-free, 1-ingredient WFPB Vegan Holiday Roast that will please Vegans and meat-lovers alike. Just add a little magic blend of herbs and condiments. The smell of this Vegan Holiday Roast will make everybody rush to your holiday table!
    Check out This Recipe

    Desserts

    Vegan Sweet Potato Pie (Gluten Free)
    Slice of vegan sweet potato pie with dollop of whipped cream on top. Background shows the rest of the pie in a dish, a white plate, and a fall colored gingham napkin.
    The best Vegan Sweet Potato Pie has a creamy texture that the whole family will enjoy this holiday season. It is also gluten-free, eggless, nut-free, and dairy-free!
    Check out This Recipe
    Gluten Free Vegan Pecan Pie
    Pecan pie on cooling rack
    Gluten Free Vegan Pecan Pie is made without corn syrup, eggs or butter and is a delicious addition to your holiday table or any time of the year.
    Check out This Recipe
    Maple Pecan Roasted Pears
    Roasted pear with maple and pecans on top of coconut whipped cream on a plate.
    Maple Pecan Roasted Pears are the perfect healthy winter dessert.  he pears are quick to make and are gluten-free, vegan and utterly delicious!
    Check out This Recipe
    Best Vegan Cranberry Apple Crisp (Gluten Free Recipe)
    Vegan cranberry apple crisp in a bowl with a scoop of ice cream. The background shows a red and green apple and the crisp in a baking dish on top of a red and white gingham napkin.
    The Best Vegan Cranberry Apple Crisp pairs perfectly with vegan ice cream. It's also gluten-free, nut-free, and full of delicious flavors and spices. 
    Check out This Recipe
    Pomegranate Pistachio Dark Chocolate Bark - by Maple and Mango
    Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Pistachio Bark
    This Pomegranate + Pistachio Dark Chocolate Bark recipe is an incredibly easy-to-make, delicious, healthy treat! Only four simple ingredients are needed!
    Check out This Recipe
    No-Bake Espresso Fudge Cake - by A Virtual Vegan
    No-Bake Espresso Fudge Cake
    A simple to make, no bake, gluten-free vegan dessert recipe for the holidays. Espresso Fudge Cake is rich, chocolatey and delicious!
    Check out This Recipe
    Gluten Free Vegan Thumbprint Cookies - by Running on Real Food
    Gluten Free Vegan Thumbprint Cookies
    These vegan thumbprint cookies are made with pecans and coconut for twist on the classic. Bonus: they’re gluten-free, oil-free and refined sugar-free!
    Check out This Recipe
    Candy Cane Macarons - by Baked By Clo
    Candy Cane Macarons
    Aquafaba macarons filled with peppermint buttercream and crushed candy cane pieces. A super festive treat that everyone will love!
    Check out This Recipe
    Santa Strawberries - by Wow Its Veggie
    Strawberry santas
    These easy stuffed Santa strawberries are both vegan and gluten free and so tasty. They make the perfect appetizer or snack and they are darling and delicious.
    Check out This Recipe
    Vegan Chocolate Fudge - by Texan Erin
    Vegan Holiday Fudge
    This paleo fudge is made healthier with almond butter and maple syrup and has the most amazingly creamy texture! It’s also vegan, dairy-free and no cooking is required.
    Check out This Recipe
    Snowmen Meringue Cookies - by Vegan Huggs
    Vegan Meringue Snowmen
    How cute are these snowman-shaped Vegan Meringue Cookies?? They are sure to be a hit at your next wintertime gathering. They are sweet, crisp, airy and completely adorable!
    Check out This Recipe

    Drinks

    Cranberry Margarita (with mocktail version)
    Cranberry Margarita for the holidays
    Cranberry Margaritas are a festive cocktail or mocktail recipe for the holidays that you can make in 5 minutes or less.
    Check out This Recipe
    Orange Juice Mocktail - by Marathons and Motivations
    Cranberry Orange Mocktail
    This very simple Holiday Orange Juice Mocktail is a colorful drink perfect for a holiday brunch! A combination of fresh squeezed orange juice, sparkling cider and cranberries garnished with sprigs of rosemary is a lovely treat for kids and adults.
    Check out This Recipe
    Pomegranate Lime Spritzer - by Maple and Mango
    Pomegranate Spritzer
    This Pomegranate Lime Spritzer cocktail recipe is super refreshing and made with a few simple ingredients. An easy and festive drink that is perfect for the holidays!
    Check out This Recipe
    Jalapeño Strawberry Margarita - by Recipes from a Pantry
    Jalapeno Strawberry Margarita
    You will love this easy Jalapeño Strawberry Margarita Recipe that makes amazing party drinks. Spice up your next BBQ, Potluck or Cinco de Mayo celebration with this awesome Jalapeño Margarita Recipe
    Check out This Recipe
    Mulled Apple Cider - by Keep Calm and Eat Ice Cream
    Mulled Apple Cider
    This mulled apple cider is easy to make and is a wonderful warming drink for colder months and festive occasions. This version is made with non alcoholic cider making it a kid friendly treat the whole family can enjoy.
    Check out This Recipe
    Vegan Bailey's - by My Pure Plants
    Vegan Irish Cream
    Allergy-friendly take on our favorite Irish Cream Liqueur to make sure everybody enjoys the Christmas festivities.
    Check out This Recipe

    I'd love to know: which of these gluten free vegan holiday recipes will you be adding to your lineup this season? I am having a hard time deciding! Happy Holidays to you and yours!

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    1. Holly says

      December 16, 2020 at 9:04 am

      Hi Maggie - Gluten free AND Vegan?!?!? Be still my beating heart I love all of these holiday recipes. PINNED and shared on FB. Thank you for including my Vegan Cheese Ball. My heart is full of gratitude. Hugs, Holly

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    2. Shruthi says

      December 16, 2020 at 1:27 pm

      What a great roundup of options!! Happy holidays!!

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