Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones, giving thanks, and indulging in delicious food. While traditional Thanksgiving feasts often center around meat-based dishes, there are plenty of mouthwatering plant-based options that can impress even the most discerning palate. Here are three impressive plant-based recipes to elevate your Thanksgiving table.
Roasted Root Vegetables with Pomegranate Glaze
Bring your Thanksgiving table to life with this vibrant fusion of colours and earthy flavours. The addition of pomegranate makes this dish really feel like a festive treat.
Ingredients:
- Assorted root vegetables (such as sweet potatoes, parsnips, carrots, and beetroots), peeled and chopped
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh thyme
- Pomegranate molasses
- Pomegranate seeds
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss root vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
- While the vegetables are roasting, whisk together pomegranate molasses and a splash of water to create a glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the roasted vegetables and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds.
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Vegan Mushroom Gravy
A rich, velvety sauce, this recipe is a comforting hug in a bowl. The secret ingredient? A creamy, dreamy sauce made from plant-based milk and a touch of magic in the form of nutritional yeast.
Ingredients:
- Mixed mushrooms, sliced
- Olive oil
- Onion, chopped
- Garlic, minced
- Vegetable broth
- Soy milk or cashew milk
- Cornstarch
- Nutritional yeast
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Sauté mushrooms, onion, and garlic in olive oil until softened.
- Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the liquid has reduced by half.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together soy milk or cashew milk and cornstarch.
- Gradually add the milk mixture to the mushroom mixture, whisking constantly.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
- Stir in nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper to taste.
Decadent Vegan Pumpkin Pie
A golden-brown crust, a smooth, silky filling, a sprinkle of cinnamon - it's a classic, reimagined. This dish is a celebration of the season!
Ingredients:
- Shortcrust pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- Pumpkin puree
- Maple syrup
- Coconut milk
- Vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground ginger
- Ground cloves
- Salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out pie crust and place in a pie dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, coconut milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set.
These plant-based recipes are not only delicious but also impressive to serve at your Thanksgiving table. They're sure to satisfy both plant-based and non-plant-based guests alike.
Happy Thanksgiving!