30+ Vegan Thanksgiving Side Dishes That Will Make Your Holiday the BEST

Even though it can be liberating to be in charge of Thanksgiving dinner, it also means that now YOU’RE IN CHARGE OF THANKSGIVING DINNER.

And if you’re not prepared, this can cause panic and anxiety in the days leading up to the holiday.

That’s why I’ve pulled together a list of 30 vegan Thanksgiving side dishes, to help wow your guests while helping you keep your sanity. It’s the Thanksgiving everyone will love. Of course, if you’re looking for a main dish, be sure to try this vegan turkey that will knock your socks off.

Enjoy an easy vegan Thanksgiving

Celebrating Thanksgiving as a kid is much different than celebrating as an adult.

As a kid, Thanksgiving meant no school, and hours watching Nickelodeon cartoon marathons in my bedroom. It meant Thanksgiving dinner precisely at noon, my mom extremely irritable from having to shuffle to the kitchen at 4 am that morning to start roasting the turkey. It meant eating turkey sandwiches and leftovers before it was even dark out, while a high volume of football droned on in the background.

And it meant as many servings of pie as I could take, before I’d collapse in my bed from a food coma.

“Don’t wake me I’m digesting!”

Now, as an adult (and as a vegan), I don’t have to repeat my moms Thanksgiving boot camp.

Instead, I can sleep in, have coffee with whipped topping by 9 am, and begin our annual Friends marathon in which we watch all the Thanksgiving episodes back to back. Because watching Monica and Ross fight over a football is the perfect way to start the holiday.

The best part? Making things vegan has never been easier. And with this collection of vegan sides in your back pocket, you’ll be more prepared than ever before.

You can then watch Joey borrow Phoebe’s maternity pants to eat Thanksgiving turkey in peace. Or as Joey would say, “These are my Thanksgiving pants!”.

You’re welcome.

30 Delicious Vegan Sides for Thanksgiving

Below you’ll find 30 amazing vegan side dishes that are sure to add that wow factor to any Thanksgiving dinner! From stuffing to baked veggies to cranberry sauce, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Traditional Savory Thanksgiving Sides:

How to Make the Easiest Roasted Instant Pot Carrots Ever | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

We all want fast side dishes to accompany a healthy dinner. Tender and moist, with a pop of smoky flavor, these carrots are sure to please everyone, even picky eaters.

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Easy Southern Vegan Gravy Recipe | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

Everyone needs a good southern vegan gravy recipe. I don’t think there’s anything more comforting than gravy drizzled on top of your favorite dish, and this recipe checks all the boxes.

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Amazing Vegan Cornbread Stuffing That’s Secretly Gluten-Free | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

Need a delicious vegan + gluten-free dish for Thanksgiving dinner? Try this simple vegan cornbread stuffing, which is so good, no one will even know it’s vegan!

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Spicy Baked Corn | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

Try this healthy corn on the cob recipe that’s baked in delicious spices.

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Best Vegan Biscuits Recipe in the Air Fryer (or Oven) | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

Try these easy air fryer vegan biscuits, which only take 6 ingredients and 6 minutes to cook.

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Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese {GF} | VNutrition

This Baked Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese is so creamy and delicious. It’s the perfect comfort food for fall and a great dish for the holidays.

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Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts | My Darling Vegan

Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts are a sweet and savory vegan side dish perfect for your next holiday dinner. They are perfectly tender roasted and tossed together with roasted hazelnuts and rosemary.

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Vegan Green Bean Casserole | Fried Dandelions

My Vegan Green Bean Casserole has all of the classic flavors you remember from your Grandma’s Thanksgiving table.

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Vegan Stuffing with Mushrooms and Artichokes | Know Your Produce

Vegan Stuffing real bread, vegan parmesan cheese, mushrooms, artichokes, faux chicken broth, and seasonings. This cruelty free stuffing recipe is a hit!

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Instant Pot Vegan Mashed Potatoes | Eating by Elaine

This quick and easy recipe is great for no-fuss gourmet entertaining. It is dairy-free and lighter than classic mashed potato recipes, but I promise you won’t notice the difference.

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Spicy Sizzled Green Beans | Veganosity

An easy six ingredients side dish that’s perfect for the holidays.

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Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes | Vegan Family Recipes

Serve up some healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes for the holidays. This mashed sweet potato recipe is gluten-free, vegan, cholesterol-free, oil-free, and paleo.

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Best Ever Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe | Intentionally Eat

The Best Ever Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe is easy and a great healthy holiday side dish. Your family will love the creaminess and crunchiness of it.

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Vegan stuffing with chestnuts | Cadry’s Kitchen

It just isn’t the holidays without a heaping helping of vegan stuffing. Loaded with carrots, celery, onions, and chestnuts, this savory dish completes any celebratory fall or winter meal.

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New Thanksgiving Sides:

BBQ & Cranberry Bean Balls | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

This vegan party food is so good, no one will care it’s vegan. Sweet, tangy, with a hint of smoke and fresh herbs, these BBQ bean balls are…

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Easy Carrot Apple Soup | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

The south may be scorching, but that doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy seasonal favorites like this easy carrot apple soup, which is blended with delicious rainbow carrots, gala apples, and savory herbs.

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This Southern Vegan Biscuit Casserole | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

Stay warm all winter long with this delicious vegan biscuit casserole! Simple yet savory, this casserole is the perfect comfort food that is healthy and…

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Maple roasted butternut squash with cranberries | Rhubarbarians

Maple roasted butternut squash with cranberries recipe! Cranberry pecan butternut squash bake is a great Thanksgiving or holiday side dish.

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Vegan French Onion Stew | Well and Full

This Vegan French Onion Stew is packed with savory, plant-based flavor! It also doubles as a delicious gravy for Thanksgiving sides!

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Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Carrot Soup | Delightful Adventures

A simple, easy recipe for slow cooker vegan butternut squash sweet potato carrot soup. Perfect to have during fall or on a cold winter’s day.

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Fall Roasted Vegetable Casserole | From My Bowl

This Roasted Vegetable Casserole is packed with Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash, and TONS of Fall Flavor! A delicious Gluten-Free & Vegan side dish.

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Kale and Apple Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette | Eat with Clarity

The only thing your Thanksgiving menu is missing is this gluten free kale and apple salad with wild rice and a simple dijon dressing.

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Roast Cauliflower Salad with Sweet Pepper Salsa | Thinly Spread

A simple and delicious recipe for roast cauliflower salad with romanesco, white cauliflower and a sweet pepper salsa – a colourful, festive dish!

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Spicy Bombay Potatoes | Piping Hot Curry

These Spicy Bombay Potatoes or Masala Aloo, are a great appetizer or side dish to any meal. Make them as a one-pot dish in just 20 minutes!

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Apple, Kale and Wild Rice Salad with Pecans | Oat & Sesame

Wild Rice Salad with Apples, Kale & Cider Vinaigrette features Cortland apples, sweet potatoes, kale, pecans & an apple cider dressing bursting with flavor.

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Oat Cranberry Pilaf with Pistachios | The Plant Powered Dietitian

This Oat Cranberry Pilaf is so simple, nutritious and flavorful! It’s the perfect holiday dish. You can even serve it for a savory breakfast.

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Thanksgiving Dessert Sides:

The Easiest Vegan Chocolate Pie in the World Ever | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

I guarantee that this will be the easiest vegan chocolate pie you’ll ever make in your life, pinky promise. With a 2 INGREDIENT FILLING, all you have to do is melt, chill, and serve.

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Celebrate Thanksgiving With This Quick Vegan Pumpkin Pie | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

Celebrate the holidays the easy way with this QUICK gluten-free vegan pumpkin pie! With only 10 minutes prep time, and a no-bake filling…

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This Vegan Lemon Pie Will Be Your New Favorite | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

This vegan lemon pie is going to be your new favorite, I promise. It’s seriously stupid simple, taking only one sauce pan and about 15 min.

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Sticky Sweet Easy Vegan Cinnamon Rolls for the Holidays | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

Made with dairy-free butter, lots of cinnamon, and sticky sweet glaze, these easy vegan cinnamon rolls will bring plenty of holiday cheer.

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Creamy Vegan Cranberry Sauce with Coconut | Bohemian Vegan Kitchen

Make your Thanksgiving complete with this easy homemade vegan cranberry sauce with creamy coconut topping! It’s the BEST recipe ever.

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Chocolate Sweet Potato Pie (Vegan and Gluten-Free) | Bree’s Vegan Life

This chocolate sweet potato pie is perfect for Fall. It is vegan, gluten-free, and has a rich chocolatey taste. The perfect, guilt-free chocolate pie.

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Vegan Cranberry Orange Sticky Buns | Short Girl Tall Order

The BEST Vegan Cranberry Orange Rolls filled with a sweet cranberry sauce & topped with orange glaze for brunch or dessert!

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