Christmas Recipes: 10 Vegetarian and Vegan Dishes To Make The Season Special

If you’re hosting the hordes for Christmas dinner, these veggie-friendly recipes will fill you with inspiration. It needn’t be a stressful experience, either: Niki Webster from Rebel Recipes has some top tips for hosting a dinner party without the hassle.

Don’t fancy cooking from scratch this year? There’s nothing wrong with cutting corners, and there are some great goodies on the market this year that will help you save time.

But, if you are keen to get in the kitchen and impress your guests with showstopping mains and desserts, then read on!

1. Christmas Cupcakes

Sweet treats are essential to see you through until the main event, and these will look amazing on the table.

2. Jackfruit Christmas Dinner

looking for a vegan version of a traditional festive roast? Try this one, where jackfruit is the star of the show - it's perfect for anyone opting for a fully plant-based feast this year.

3. Pink Lady Christmas Apple Mince Pies

These veggie versions of the classics are divine with a cuppa, and are great for whipping up when you have guests over pre-Christmas.

4. Christmas Lentil, Pistachio and Cranberry Loaf

This stunning recipe will wow your guests, whether they're flexitarian, vegetarian, or vegan! It's easy to make and gives you a nutritional boost, too.

5. Butternut Squash, Spinach, Feta and Pine Nut Christmas Wreath

Filled with fresh herbs and cranberries, this vegetarian wreath is divine served with all your favourite festive trimmings!

6. Cheat's Irish Coffee Cream

Delicious and creamy, this popular tipple is great for gifting, but doubles up as a tasty seasonal cocktail when you're entertaining over the holidays.

7. Christmas Vegan Tiramisu

A stunning alternative to the traditional Christmas pud, this vegan tiramisu looks just as good as it tastes.

8. Quorn Vegetarian Roast Turkey Sandwich with Brie

Although the main event is always incredible, a part of us is more excited about the leftover sandwiches on Boxing Day! This unbeatable combo of vegetarian 'turkey' and brie is hard to beat, and is great for packing in any other leftovers!

9. Baked Eggnog Cheesecake with Ginger and Maple Crust

Eggnog is a Christmas staple, and this boozy cheesecake makes the ideal dessert for having friends over between Christmas and New Year.

10. Brussels Sprout, Chestnut and Sage Risotto

Everyone always ends up with leftover sprouts at Christmas, and this flavour-packed risotto is a great way to use them up. Plus, it's a super alternative for when you tire of roast dinners!

Didn’t find what you’re looking for? We have plenty of vegetarian and vegan cooking inspiration here!