Plan the perfect gluten-free vegan Thanksgiving for your friends and family!  Main dishes, soup, sides, and desserts that are perfect for holiday meals and that the whole family will love!

A collage of 4 pictures showing a lentil loaf, carrots, pumpkin soup, and lentil pilaf as samples of gluten free vegan Thanksgiving recipe options.

Overwhelmed with making a gluten-free vegan Thanksgiving meal?

When I celebrated my first Thanksgiving as a vegan, I was kind of excited.  There seemed to be enough options like Tofurkey, stuffing, and rolls to still have a great meal.  Then, when our family needed to go gluten-free as well, it got very difficult!

This will be our 18th year having a vegan Thanksgiving and our 9th year doing a gluten-free vegan Thanksgiving.  We’ve tried many things over the years and these are some of our favorites!

Gluten free, vegan spinach balls on a plate with tomatoes in the background.
Vegan Spinach Balls – The Hidden Veggies

Vegan, gluten-free, allergies, picky eaters

How do you please all your guests and use ingredients that accommodate allergies and special diets?

Our extended family has about as many food restrictions, allergies, and food aversions as there are people, so it makes big family meals challenging.  You’re probably in the same boat but don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. 

I compiled all of my family’s favorite gluten-free Thanksgiving recipes along with the best recipes from other specialty bloggers to give you a complete list of options from breakfast to dessert, and everything in between!

Breakfast/ Brunch Ideas

For those of you who do an early Thanksgiving brunch-type meal or simply want a fancier breakfast than you would typically have, I have included some breakfast ideas.  Many of these things you can make the day before and have ready to eat in the morning when you are busy with other things.

  1. Gluten-Free Vegan Pumpkin Muffins – The Hidden Veggies
  2. Vegan Smoked Carrots (Vegan Smoked Salmon) – Veetcookbake
  3. Baked Pumpkin in Oatmeal – Spabettie
  4. Vegan Egg Muffins – The Hidden Veggies
  5. Pumpkin Scones with Spiced Glaze – Allergy Awesomeness
  6. Mini Vegan Quiche Muffins – The Hidden Veggies
  7. Cranberry Orange Muffins – The Hidden Veggies
  8. Vegan Breakfast Casserole – The Hidden Veggies
  9. Baked Oats with Apples – The Hidden Veggies
Vegan quinoa stuffed delicata squash rings are stuffed with mushrooms, cranberries, brussels sprouts, and pecans!
Quinoa Stuffed Squash Rings – Rhubarbarians

Gluten-Free Vegan Appetizers

Since Thanksgiving is such a big long meal, you probably don’t have to go crazy over the appetizers, but having a few special things out to snack on is nice to have.

  1. Quinoa Stuffed Squash Rings – Rhubarbarians
  2. Vegan Clam Dip – The Hidden Veggies
  3. Homemade Vegan Cheese – The Hidden Veggies
  4. Vegan Spinach Balls – The Hidden Veggies
  5. Pumpkin Hummus – Rhian’s Recipes
  6. Mushroom Pate – The Hidden Veggies
  7. Spicy Carrot Dip  – Flavours Treat
  8. Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms – The Hidden Veggies
  9. Homemade Quinoa Crackers – The Hidden Veggies
  10. Vegan Sausage Rolls with GF Puff Pastry – The Hidden Veggies
  11. Vegan Goat Cheese – The Hidden Veggies
A Harvest Veggie Loaf sliced on a platter for a gluten free vegan Thanksgiving main dish.
Harvest Veggie Loaf – Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures

Gluten-Free Vegan Main Dishes

The main dish when you are both vegan and gluten-free is not easy.  My family loves my “chicken” a la King or we sometimes do a loaf or a Wellington.  (Note: Schar’s brand now sells a gluten-free vegan pastry puff that you can use to make wellingtons!  I tried it this weekend and it was delicious)! 

  1. Tofu Turkey – The Hidden Veggies
  2. Harvest Veggie Loaf – Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures
  3. Vegan “Chicken” A la King – The Hidden Veggies
  4. Lentil Loaf – The Hidden Veggies
  5. Lentil Meatloaf Muffins – Veggies Save the Day
  6. Vegan Tofurkey with Mushroom Gravy – Epicurious
  7. Vegan Shepard’s Pie – The Hidden Veggies
  8. Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese – Vnutrition
  9. Tofu Wellington with GF Pastry Puff – The Hidden Veggies
  10. Squash and Chickpea Curry – The Hidden Veggies
  11. Whole Roasted Cauliflower – The Hidden Veggies
  12. Vegan Chicken Pot Pie – The Hidden Veggies
Vegan twice baked potatoes with bacon bit and chives on top.

Thanksgiving Classic Sides

These are the sides that you would think of with any traditional Thanksgiving meal.

  1. Gluten-Free Vegan Green Bean Casserole – The Hidden Veggies
  2. Vegan Potato Bake – The Hidden Veggies
  3. Vegan Cauliflower Cheese Casserole – The Hidden Veggies
  4. Mama Easy Dairy-Free Mashed Potato Recipe –  Go Dairy-Free
  5. Gluten-Free Stuffing – Gluten-Free Jules
  6. Cranberry Sauce – The Hidden Veggies
  7. Gluten-Free Bread Sticks – The Hidden Veggies
  8. Sweet Potatoes in the Instant Pot – Delightful Adventures
  9. Gluten-Free Vegan Cheddar Bay Biscuits – The Hidden Veggies
  10. Jellied Cranberry Sauce – The Hidden Veggies
  11. Sweet Potato Casserole – The Banana Diaries
  12. Twice Baked Potatoes – The Hidden Veggies
A platter full of colorful carrots for a gluten free vegan Thanksgiving.
Stove Top Rainbow Carrots with Caramelized Onions – The Baking Fairy

Thanksgiving Side Dishes with a Twist

These are things that pair perfectly with your holiday meal, yet may be a little different from the typical sides.

  1. Stove Top Rainbow Carrots with Caramelized Onions – The Baking Fairy
  2. Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Potatoes – The Hidden Veggies
  3. Lentil Mushroom Wild Rice Pilaf – Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures
  4. Roasted Root Vegetables – The Hidden Veggies
  5. Cabbage Steaks -The Hidden Veggies
  6. Maple Cinnamon Cranberry Pear Sauce – Veggie Inspired
  7. Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes – Vnutrition
  8. Vegan Butternut Squash Risotto – The Hidden Veggies
  9. Paleo Mashed Cauliflower Kale – Tasting Page
  10. Balsamic Roasted Vegetables – The Hidden Veggies
  11. Quinoa Stuffed Squash – Diane’s Vegan Kitchen
  12. Cauliflower Stuffing – The Hidden Veggies
  13. Roasted Maple Balsamic Veggies – The Hidden Veggies
  14. Crispy Maple Mustard Stuffed Potato Balls – Spabettie
A lentil salad with apples and pomegranate for a gluten free vegan Thanksgiving side.
Wild Rice Salad with Apples and Pomegranate – Veggies Save the Day

Gluten-Free Vegan Salads

For those who want a lighter side of your Thanksgiving meal with some fresh and healthy salads.

  1. Wild Rice Salad with Apples and Pomegranate – Veggies Save the Day
  2. Harvest Salad – Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures
  3. Vegan Broccoli Salad with Cranberries – The Hidden Veggies
  4. Vegan Kale Salad with Cranberries – The Hidden Veggies
  5. Molasses, Miso & Maple Candied Vegan Sweet Potatoes – Go Dairy Free
  6. Broccoli and Shredded Brussel Sprout Salad – Veggie Inspired
  7. Classic Tasting Vegan Caesar Salad – The Hidden Veggies
  8. Green Salad with Apples – The Hidden Veggies
Creamy smokey butternut squash soup that can be served as a gluten free vegan side on Thanksgiving.
Creamy Smokey Butternut Squash Soup – Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures

Gluten-Free Vegan Soups

Some creamy warming soups are great to have if you have people coming and going on Thanksgiving.  You can just keep a pot warm on the stove or in the crockpot for people who stop by or serve it with the main meal.

  1. Creamy Smokey Butternut Squash Soup – Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures
  2. Roasted Squash with Smoky Chili – The Vegan Larger
  3. Red Lentil Pumpkin Soup – The Hidden Veggies
  4. Pumpkin Curry Soup – Rhian’s Recipes
  5. Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Soup – The Hidden Veggies
  6. Pumpkin Bean Soup – The Hidden Veggies
  7. Acorn Squash Soup – Making Thyme for Health
  8. Vegetarian 15 Bean Soup – The Hidden Veggies
  9. Vegan Pozole – The Hidden Veggies
  10. Smoky Potato Corn Chowder – The Hidden Veggies
A pie dish with a vegan lemon meringue pie with a large slice taken out of it. Made with vegan lemon curd and aquafaba meringue topping.
Lemon Meringue Pie – The Hidden Veggies

Desserts

It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without desserts! Use my classic-tasting vegan gluten-free pie crust, vegan gluten-free graham cracker crust, or vegan crumble topping along with your favorite pie filling, or try one of the following desserts…

  1. Lemon Meringue Pie – The Hidden Veggies
  2. The Best Vegan Pumpkin Pie – The Hidden Veggies
  3. Vegan Chocolate Pumpkin Pie – Delightful Adventures
  4. No-Bake Cheese Cake – The Hidden Veggies
  5. Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake – The Hidden Veggies
  6. Vegan Cranberry Meringue Pie – The Hidden Veggies
  7. Pumpkin Apple Pie Cake – Go Dairy Free
  8. The Best Vegan Gluten-Free Apple Pie – The Hidden Veggies
  9. Vegan Pudding – The Hidden Veggies
  10. Vegan Jello – The Hidden Veggies
  11. Vegan Jello Shots – The Hidden Veggies
Vegan whipped cream frosting over strawberries.

Dessert toppings

Most of us go vegan by choice, but let’s face it, few of us go gluten-free by choice!  I felt totally overwhelmed by the idea of gluten-free holiday meals in the beginning, so I wanted to give you a comprehensive list of awesome recipes to choose from to plan your holiday meal from start to finish!  I hope you have found it helpful and I wish you and your family a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!

If you are just looking for vegan holiday recipes that don’t need to be gluten-free, check out my Vegan Thanksgiving Menu or sign up to get a full vegan Thanksgiving planner below.