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.
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.
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Appetizers
This flavorful cranberry salsa features jalapeño, cilantro and green onion and is the perfect addition to your holiday appetizer table.
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Cauliflower Ceviche makes a great appetizer with tortilla chips or as a side dish at your next meal.
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An easy vegan cheese spread that’s filled with flavor and can be served with veggies and crackers.
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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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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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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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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.
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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.
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Side Dishes
Brussels sprouts and carrots are roasted with maple syrup and grainy mustard to create a sweet and salty glaze. This healthy fall recipe is the perfect side dish for dinner or at your holiday table.
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Kale salad with oil free balsamic vinaigrette is a hearty and delicious side dish. The oil free balsamic vinaigrette is massaged into kale to make it tender and the perfect addition to any meal.
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Roasted sunchokes with hazelnut and lemon is packed full of flavor and easy to make. Sunchokes are tossed with lemon, hazelnuts and parsley to create a decadent side dish.
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Vegan cauliflower mash is a healthy alternative to mashed potatoes. This mashed cauliflower takes 20 minutes to make and creates a beautiful side dish for any meal.
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This rich, creamy butternut squash soup is perfect for cozy winter evenings. Ready in 40 minutes, this vegan soup is flavored with fresh ginger, red pepper flakes and lime for a mildly spicy dinner option.
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This sweet potato casserole is an easy and delicious gluten free vegan side dish recipe for the holidays.
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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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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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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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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.
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Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad is a hearty vegan quinoa salad with roasted butternut squash, pomegranate and a tangy, sweet apple cider maple dressing!
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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
Eggplant is roasted and then stuffed with tofu ricotta and baked in red sauce for a hearty and decadent meal.
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Wild rice stuffed acorn squash is full of everything you’re craving for Thanksgiving or a cozy winter day. Wild rice is combined with mushrooms, cranberries, shallots and sage for a hearty and delicious meal.
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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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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-mustard roasted carrots and apples makes a decadent side dish or entire meal. Apples and carrots are tossed with maple syrup, Dijon mustard and aquafaba to create an easy and delicious oil-free recipe.
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Baked lentil falafel with beetroot and creamy hummus dressing is an effortless meal that is bursting with flavor. This easy falafel recipe is perfect served inside a gluten free tortilla, on top of a kale salad, or eaten alone as a snack.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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Desserts
Vegan sweet potato pie tastes just like the classic, but without all the refined sugar, dairy and eggs. Sweet potato pie is gluten free, lightly spiced, and makes the perfect healthy dessert for the holidays or any time!
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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.
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Maple Pecan Roasted Pears are the perfect healthy winter dessert. The pears and quick to make and are gluten-free, vegan and utterly delicious!
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This vegan cranberry-apple crisp is gluten, grain and refined-sugar free but still full of delicious flavors and spices. Nut-free option is available.
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This Pomegranate Pistachio Dark Chocolate Bark recipe is an incredibly easy-to-make, delicious, healthy treat! Only four simple ingredients are needed!
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A simple to make, no bake, gluten-free vegan dessert recipe for the holidays. Espresso Fudge Cake is rich, chocolatey and delicious!
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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!
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Aquafaba macarons filled with peppermint buttercream and crushed candy cane pieces. A super festive treat that everyone will love!
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Drinks
Cranberry Margaritas are a festive cocktail or mocktail recipe for the holidays that you can make in 5 minutes or less.
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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.
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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!
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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
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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.
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Allergy-friendly take on our favorite Irish Cream Liqueur to make sure everybody enjoys the Christmas festivities.
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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!
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
What a great roundup of options!! Happy holidays!!