57 Best Vegan Thanksgiving Side Dishes

These simple skillet green beans are made with just 5 ingredients (+ water), yet they're full of crunchy deliciousness. A perfect easy vegan Thanksgiving side dish that comes together in no time.

These delicious Cajun-style green beans make a bold-flavored alternative to traditional Thanksgiving green bean side dishes. A simple, satisfying veggie side dish with a smoky Cajun kick.

If you've always ignored green bean casserole at Thanksgiving, you really should try this made-from-scratch vegan version. This delicious vegan green bean casserole tastes totally decadent, yet it's made from healthy-ish whole food plant based ingredients. Dairy free + gluten free.

No comfort food dinner in the fall can happen without collard greens! These deliciously smoky Southern-style vegan collard greens are made in a slow cooker, saving you lots of time (and a stovetop burner!) when you're getting a Thanksgiving meal ready.

Two "health powerhouse" vegetables - collard greens and cabbage - came together in this wholesome side dish perfect for any Thanksgiving dinner. Tip: make this dish the day before as it gets even tastier the next day.

These smoky brussels sprouts are crispy on the outside, nice and tender on the inside thanks to using a special roasting method I swear by. Even brussels sprout haters have enjoyed them!

These vegan balsamic brussels sprouts are infused with delicious flavors we know and love about Thanksgiving. Maple balsamic glaze adds a touch of sweetness, dried cranberries bring a slight tang, and pecans add a nice crunch.

Roasted Brussels sprouts are paired with sweet apples, caramelized onions, and crunchy pistachios for a veggie-packed side that's always a crowd-pleaser.

Don't let the simplicity of this recipe fool you: these easy balsamic sauteed kale and onions pack A LOT of flavor! An easy vegan Thanksgiving side dish that will wow your guests.

This vegan side dish will add a burst of color to your Thanksgiving dinner table! Even salad skeptics will love this warm kale salad with maple vinaigrette, roasted squash, apples, candied nuts, and pomegranate seeds.

This healthy vegan fall harvest salad combines crunchy kale, sweet pumpkin, and Brussels sprouts tossed in a delicious homemade maple-mustard dressing. A lovely, fresh side dish for your Thanksgiving feast!

Want to add a fresh vegetable side dish to your Thanksgiving dinner menu? This simple chickpea and carrot salad is a great option. Carrots add a lovely, fresh crunch, while beans bring along plant-based protein and fiber.

These maple glzed carrots make a quick, easy, and tasty plant-based Thanksgiving side dish for when you don't feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen on the big day. A 15-minute, one pan recipe with easy to find ingredients.

These flavor-packed miso glazed carrots combine zesty, slightly sweet, and umami flavors that add a little pizzazz to any Thanksgivng menu, vegan or not. An easy and simple side dish everyone will love.

This easy roasted vegetable side dish turns even the biggest veggie naysayers into vegetable fiends! Loaded with seasonal vegetables, garlic, and herbs, this simple side dish is loved by all.

This roasted winter vegetable salad combines butternut squash, brussels sprouts, and beets. The recipe includes 2 dressing options: maple-lime dressing or balsamic glaze. A festive, colorful plant-based dish for your Thanksgiving table.

This simple roasted cauliflower is made with aromatic garlic and sage for a light yet flavorful Thanksgiving side dish. Gluten free and low carb.

If you're looking for a lighter substitution to traditional mashed potatoes, this vegan mashed cauliflower is what you need. This easy vegan side dish is light, creamy, and just as satisfying as mashed potatoes.

Sometimes you just need a simple side dish to mellow out all the complicated offerings at your vegan Thanksgiving table. This is when this simple roasted butternut squash comes in handy. Offer it as is (seasoned Italian or Indian-style), or use it as a base for a number of recipes that call for butternut squash.

This holiday-worthy roasted Hasselback butternut squash is smothered in garlic and basil-flavored melted butter (*USE VEGAN BUTTER TO MAKE THIS DISH VEGAN*). A visually stunning recipe that gives a different take on the season't most beloved vegetable for a perfect plant-based Thanksgiving side dish.

This Harvest Wild Rice Salad is packed with seasonal ingredients like roasted butternut squash and dried cranberries tossed in a maple Dijon dressing. Think of it as a crossover between roasted vegetables and Thanksgiving stuffing.

This dramatic-looking vegan Thanksgving side dish is actually quite easy to make: drizzle slices of delicata squash and red onion with Dijon-maple dressing, then roast until tender.

These lovely maple roasted small potatoes will be a hit at your Thanksgiving table. A flavorful, easy to make, and versatile potato side dish that'll go great with your vegan Thanksgiving centerpiece.

No proper Thanksgiving table can exist without a bowl of mashed potatoes. These fluffy and light 5-ingredient vegan mashed potatoes are full of delicious, garlicky flavor, and are easy to make in just 20 minutes!

These delightfully creamy, cheesy vegan scalloped potatoes are made with thinly sliced potatoes smothered in a custardy cashew sauce. It's total decadence with every bite.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten-free flour that has a decent amount of starch.

NOTE: Better Than Bouillon No Chicken Base doesn’t list any gluten-containing ingredients, but it is made in a facility that also handles gluten. If you have a severe gluten allergy, please use caution or choose a certified gluten-free alternative.

These melt-in-your-mouth vegan turmeric potatoes are so good, you'll be eating them up straight from the baking tray! The delicious flavors of turmeric and coriander work surprisingly well with the traditional Thanksgiving foods.

This simple dish of roasted potatoes, green beans, and carrots goes really well with just about any vegan Thanksgiving main course. Everything is baked on a single sheet pan, so the cleanup will be a breeze!

Task your Instant Pot to easily make another simple and delicious vegan Thanksgiving potato dish! These easy Instant Pot sweet potatoes come out perfectly fluffy and creamy, plus they cook much quicker than in the oven.

If you don't feel like cooking up a storm but still want all of the Thanksgiving flavors in a single dish, look no further than these hearty vegan stuffed sweet potatoes with savory lentil-walnut filling. Make the filling in the Instant Pot, then spoon it into cooked sweet potatoes.

This yummy vegan sweet potato casserole is full of heartwarming flavor, yet it's much healthier than the traditional, sugar-loaded sweet potato casserole. The only sweetener used is applesauce! Dairy free, gluten free, and paleo.

Okay, this is a bit decadent, but it's not Thanksgiving unless you have a marshmallow-topped sweet potato casserole 😄 It's sweet, gooey, and a little toasty - perfect for making you feel like you're eating dessert during dinnertime.

Mac and cheese is the epitome of comfort food, and this baked vegan version is proof of that! Loaded with rich, cheesy and buttery goodness, this is a perfect vegan Thanksgiving side dish that'll have your guests coming back for seconds.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free pasta and panko crumbs, plus make sure that the vegetable broth brand you're using is also gluten free.

This vegan French onion mac and cheese blends together the classic creaminess of mac and cheese with the sophisticated flavors of French onion soup. Perfect as the main course or a Thanksgiving side dish.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free pasta, bread crumbs/croutons, and make sure the vegan cheese brand you're using is also gluten free.

These vegan stuffed rice balls with sausage filling are a veganized version of my mother-in-law's sausage-stuffed rice balls - a must-have treat at every holiday dinner in my husband's family. I veganized them a few years ago and never looked back!

MAKE THEM GLUTEN FREE: Use a gluten free variety of vegan sausage like Beyond Meat or Impossible.

This simple vegan Thanksgiving stuffing will delight you with the familiar flavors and textures, yet it's made without meat or dairy.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free bread. The recipe author tried this recipe with millet bread, and the dish came out good.

This stuffing uses vegan chicken nuggets as a "meaty" component, and chopped apple for a touch of sweetness.

This deliciously seasoned vegan Thanksgiving stuffing uses sourdough bread cubes as its base, adding a subtle zing to each bite.

This delicious plant-based stuffing features wild rice as its base instead of traditionally used bread. A flavorful gluten-free option for your Thanksgiving table.

Another simple vegan Thanksgiving stuffing recipe that's also vegan and allergy-friendly.

Make your vegan stuffing all fancied-up by adding chopped cooked chestnuts! They'll add a nice texture and flavor to this traditional Thanksgiving side dish.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free bread cubes.

This easy vegan holiday stuffing has only a handful of ingredients, and is perfect for new cooks. An heirloom recipe from the recipe author's grandma.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free bread.

This sweet and savory vegan stuffing gets its unique texture and flavor from gluten free cornbread used as a base.

This vegan Southern cornbread dressing (a.k.a. stuffing) is a perfect complement to a well-rounded Thanksgiving dinner table. Fresh made cornbread (use gluten-free if needed) is mixed with sauteéd vegetables and herbs, then baked till golden brown.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free cornbread.

Not in the mood to make a whole casserole of stuffing? These single-serve vegan Thanksgiving stuffing muffins are a great alternative! Full of familiar flavors yet much easier and quicker to make.

This vegan cornbread has the same flavor and texture as the traditional Southern buttermilk cornbread, yet it's much lighter and really easy to make. Bake it a cast iron skillet to get that lovely, golden brown crust.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free flour.

The yummy comfort food staple gets a fall-flavored makeover in this vegan pumpkin cornbread. It works well with savory dishes, as well as a standalone snack with a cup of coffee.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free flour.

This fluffy, buttery vegan corn pudding will be one of the most popular vegan Thanksgiving side dishes at your celebration dinner! Made with 7 simple ingredients; no special equipment needed.

These fluffy dinner rolls make a nice addition to any dinner, but they'll be especially welcome at your Thanksgiving celebration. They're baked to perfection and brushed with flavorful garlic and herb-infused oil right after baking.

These buttery, flaky vegan pumpkin biscuits are moist on the inside, and crisp on the outside. The addition of sage and thyme makes them a perfect fall treat.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free flour.

These tender, buttery vegan cheddar biscuits are a vegan take on the famous Cheddar Bay biscuits from Red Lobster. They have a lovely, flaky texture, and are smothered with garlic herb butter for a decadent Thanksgiving dinner side everyone will love.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free flour.

If you've always loved store-bought cranberry sauce, you'll love this homemade version even more! This cranberry sauce can be made with fresh or frozen berries in 15 minutes or less.

This cranberry sauce has a vibrant flavor thanks to the use of cinnamon, maple syrup, and ginger. This is a great way to enjoy your favorite Thanksgiving side dish without the refined sugar.

A citrus-y spin on the traditional cranberry sauce: this cranberry orange sauce has a perfect balance of sweet and tart. It goes really well with just about any Thanksgiving dish.

This flavorful vegan gravy makes a perfect topping to just about any vegan Thanksgiving side dish or main course. Can be made with or without oil when sauteéing onions and garlic.

NOTE ON GLUTEN FREE: Better Than Bouillon No Chicken Base doesn’t list any gluten-containing ingredients, but it is made in a facility that also handles gluten. If you have a severe gluten allergy, please use caution or choose a certified gluten-free alternative.

This simple vegan mushroom gravy has all the flavors and textures you'd expect from a classic Thanksgiving mushroom gravy. Make it a day or two ahead, and reheat just before serving.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free flour.

Another delicious vegan gravy for your Thanksgiving table. This garlicky vegan gravy is made without mushrooms, yet has a beautifully deep color thanks to the use of soy sauce.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use gluten free flour.

This vegan onion gravy is simple, affordable, and made with everyday ingredients. Naturally gluten-free and rich in flavor, it’s the perfect addition to holiday feasts or cozy weeknight meals alike.