Welcome to the holiday vegan recipe calendar for celebrations all throughout the year: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter! The recipes cover traditional plant-based dishes, ingenious meat-substituting main course entrees, and trendy vegan culinary creations. The holidays range from lesser-known days of observance or awareness, to high-profile festivals and feast days.
The list is updated whenever The Editor (me!) wants to save a promising recipe for future reference. (Use the Ctrl+F keyboard shortcut to search the list.) Priority is given to clever vegan recipes that are both easy to prepare and make use of commonly available ingredients. Tell us about your favorite holiday vegan recipes in the comments section, at the end of the page.
Updated: May 5, 2022
A vegan lifestyle supports animal welfare, human health, and a sustainable planet. If you need extra motivation, learn more:
- 7 Vegan Documentaries That Changed the World | Vegan Food and Living
- Recommended Vegan Books on Every Topic | Vegan.com
- Vegan Tips on Getting Starting, Nutrition, Restaurants & Shopping | Veganary
Avoir un bon appétit végétalien!
Spring Holiday Vegan Recipes
Spring is the season of renewal. The big religious holidays, in the United States, are Easter and Passover. Think of breaking a fast, or the end of a dark period, by marking a new beginning with a life-affirming feast.
Mix and match dishes within the Spring holiday vegan recipes collection. Most recipes are appropriate for any festive Spring feast. There are no rules; only loving suggestions.
Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) – March 1, 2022
- Vegan Dirty Rice at Healthier Steps
National Pig Day – March 1
National Pig Day recognizes the pig as a highly intelligent domesticated animal. They make great pets. But most pigs are raised for food, and factory farms are very hard on pigs. Use this day to think about how to make their better lives.
- BBQ Jackfruit Pulled “Pork” at Nora Cooks
- Vegan Jackfruit Pulled Pork Sandwiches at Vegan Heaven
- How to Make Coconut Bacon (Vegan Bacon) at Jessica in the Kitchen
- Streaky Bacon at Avant Garde Vegan
St. Patrick’s Day – March 17
In the United States, St. Patrick’s day is largely a secular holiday. We see Ireland’s national plant, the shamrock, everywhere. It’s another great day to “go green.”
- Savory Oatmeal With Vegetables at Cooking With Nart
- Dublin Coddle with Vegan Irish Sausage at Fat Free Vegan Kitchen
- Oil-Free Spinach Hummus at Elephantastic Vegan
- Slow-Cooker Vegan Corned Beef at Plant Power Couple
- Vegan Irish Colcannon Potatoes and Cabbage at The Spruce Eats
- Irish Potato Cakes (Boxty) With Avocado Basil Ranch at Vegan Richa
- Simple Vegan Irish Stew at Yumsome
- 1 Bowl Vegan Pistachio Sheet Cake at Eat Drink Shrink
- Vegan Irish Coffee Recipe at The Spruce Eats
- Is Beer Vegan? a Guide to the Best Vegan Beers at Vegan.com
- St. Patrick’s Day Green Beer Recipe at The Spruce Eats
Holi (Festival of Colors) – March 19, 2022 (Evening of Full Moon Day in Month of Falgun)
The theme of Holi, the Hindu Festival of colors, is the triumph of good over evil. Sweets and snacks are reigning feast items.
- Almond Milk Thandai at Aaichi Savali
- Collection of Authentic Holi Recipes at HoliFestival .org
- Thandai Phirni – Spiced Rice Flour Pudding at Vegan Richa
- Celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors, With These 20 Vegan Recipes at One Green Planet
Spring Equinox – March 20, 2022 (Northern Hemisphere, March 19-21) — featuring SPRING ROLLS
No food recognizes the first day of Spring better than spring rolls. Have each guest prepare and bring a different kind of vegan spring roll to the party.
- Collard Green Spring Rolls + Sunflower Butter Dipping Sauce at Minimalist Baker
- Crispy Vegan Spring Rolls Recipe at Bianca Zapatka
- Fresh Spring Rolls With Peanut Sauce at Cookie and Kate
- Red Curry and Brown Sugar Tofu Spring Rolls at Healthy Nibbles
- Lentil Spring Rolls at Vegan Family Recipes
- Baked Vegan Spring Rolls at Lazy Cat Kitchen
- Smooth and Spicy Almond Sauce at Bon Appétit
National Library Week – April 3-9, 2022
Public libraries are society’s great equalizers. Celebrate your local library and its workers. Visit your library in person, or online. Read a library book aloud with friends, or watch a borrowed movie on CD.
National Pet Day – April 11
National Pet Day celebrates companion animals and encourages people to adopt shelter animals. It’s your furry friend’s big day!
- Top 5 Vegan Dog Treats You Can Make at Home at Live Kindly
- 5 Easy DIY Vegan Cat Treat Recipes at PETA
- 8 Vegan Treats for Your Companion Animals (and Maybe You) at Veg News (store-bought)
- Top 10 Pets for Vegan Households at Vegan Souls (not a recipe!)
Passover – April 15-April 23, 2022 – 15th day of Month of Nisan, Jewish Calendar
Passover commemorates how God freed the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as told in the Biblical story of Exodus. Current social justice issues are often discussed during the Passover dinner, or Seder.
- 29 Vegan Passover Seder Recipe Ideas at Bustle
- How to Hold a Vegan Passover Seder at One Green Planet
- Indian-Jewish Vegan Passover Recipes at EAT KINDLY With Me
- Vegan Schnitzel at Chef Jana
- Vegan Gluten Free Quinoa Paella at May I Have That Recipe
- Vegan Passover Kugel at Key Ingredient
- Roasted Beet Salad With Horseradish Alioli and Caramelized Walnuts at May I Have That Recipe
- Date Haroset at All Recipes
Easter – April 17, 2022 – Falls on Sunday After Passover Full Moon, Jewish Calendar
Easter is the holiest Christian holiday, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is a time of rebirth. We can set the old aside, and step forward renewed and refreshed.
- Deviled Potatoes Recipe (Vegan Deviled Eggs) at Veggie Society
- Vegan Greek-Style Roast “Lamb” (Kleftiko) at Mouthwatering Vegan
- Vegan Seitan Ham With Pineapple Mustard Glaze at Plant Power Couple
- Vegan Shepherd’s Pie at May I Have That Recipe
- Delicious Vegan Easter Brunch Recipes at Bustle
- Carrots in a Blanket at Neurotic Mommy
- Gluten Free Thumbprint Cookies at Veggie Inspired
- Spicy Carrot Sunrise Mimosa at Healthy Happy Life
Earth Day – April 22 — featuring HUMMUS
Demonstrating for climate action on Earth Day? Pack hummus, flatbread, veggies and fruit that can be eaten on the go.
- Best Basic & Versatile Hummus at Love and Lemons
- Green Pea Hummus With Fresh Mint at Forks Over Knives
- White Bean Hummus With Fresh Thyme and Basil at Forks Over Knives
- Vegan Beet Hummus at Lazy Cat Kitchen
- Pumpkin Hummus Easy Savory Recipe at Planted 365
- Roasted Greek Cauliflower Wraps With Hummus at One Green Planet
- Hummus 4 Ways Using 4 Different Beans at Easy Hummus Recipes | Spain on a Fork
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus at Shane and Simple
May Day (International Workers’ Day) – May 1 — featuring SANDWICHES
Joining a strike or protest march on Workers’ Day? Pack a lunchbox and thermos with hearty vegan sustenance to eat on the go.
- Tomato, Basil & Artichoke Picnic Sandwich at Love & Lemons
- Cranberry Walnut Vegan “Chicken” Salad at The Simple Veganista
- Tofu Egg Salad Sandwich – Three Ways! at Vegan Yack Attack
- Vegan Lunch Recipe: Curried Tofu Salad at Kitchn
- TLTs – Smoky Tofu, Lettuce, & Tomato Sandwiches (Vegan BLTs!) at Kitchen Treaty
- Vegan Caesar Smashed Chickpea Sandwich at The Vegan 8
- Vegan Fried Green Tomato Sandwich at Notions and Notations of a Novice Cook
- Vegan Tuna Sandwich With Chickpeas at Vegan Heaven
- Chickpea Sunflower Sandwich at Minimalist Baker
- How to Make Cold Brew Coffee at The Spruce Eats
- Vegan Monte Cristo Sandwich at Veganosity
- Grilled Cuban Tofu Sandwich at One Green Planet
- Seitan Sauerkraut Sandwich at Vegan Yack Attack
- Meatless Meatloaf – Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free (for sandwiches) at One Green Planet

World Press Freedom Day – May 3 — featuring COFFEE & TEA
A free press is vital to democracy. Caffeine is vital to journalism, and any form of writing, research or investigation. On World Press Freedom Day, by your favorite independent news outlet “a cup of coffee.” That is, make a donation.
- 7 Vegan Coffee Recipes at The Spruce Eats
- Vegan Cutting Chai at Holy Cow!
- Dairy-Free Mocha Spice Tea That Will Warm You From Head to Toe at Go Dairy Free
- Creamy Vegan Matcha Green Tea Latte at Root and Revel
- What Plant Milk Should I Put in My Coffee or Tea? at Veganuary
Cinco De Mayo – May 5
Cinco De Mayo commemorates the Mexican 1862 military victory over the French forces of Napoleon III. The day is observed in the U.S. to celebrate Mexican heritage.
- 18 Vegan Cinco de Mayo Burritos at Dora’s Table
- Crunchy Jicama Slaw at Minimalist Baker
- Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme at Veganosity
- Soy Curl Tacos at Healthy Slow Cooking
- Chickpea Burrito Bowls at The Full Helping
- Simple Vegan Mexican Rice at This Savory Vegan
- Mexican Pinto Beans at This Savory Vegan
- Jackfruit Vegan Pozole Rojo at Dora’s Table
- Easy Vegan Cashew Queso at Shane & Simple
- Pickled Jalapeños at Kitchn
- Fresh Mango Salsa Recipe and Tortilla Chips at Ambitious Kitchen
- Easy Chipotle Crema at Sweet Simple Vegan
- 3 Ingredient Vegan Pastelitos de Guayaba at Fried Dandelions
- Rhubarb Strawberry Margaritas at Minimalist Baker
Mother’s Day – May 8, 2022 – 2nd Sunday in May in U.S. — featuring BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
Serving Mom breakfast or brunch is a Mother’s Day tradition. Mothers rule the (plant-based) world! (See the poem.)
- Crock-Pot Coconut Cinnamon Oatmeal With Dates | Today – oats, coconut milk, shredded coconut, dates
- Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal With Golden Cashew Cream at Spabettie
- Hash Brown Vegan Breakfast Casserole at Eat Plant-Based
- Root Vegetable Pancakes at From My Bowl
- Vegan Tofu Benedict Florentine at This Wife Cooks
- Chickpea Flour Omelette With Tamari Mushrooms at Earth of Maria
- Vegan Quiche Lorraine at Seven Roses
- Vegan French Toast Casserole at Nora Cooks
- Tempeh Bacon at Nora Cooks
- 31 Vegan Breakfast in Bed Recipes for Mother’s Day at Live Kindly
- 13 Best Vegan Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes at Veg News
- 21 Vegan Mother’s Day Recipes at My Darling Vegan
- Vegan Banana Bread at Oh She Glows
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chips Brioche – Easy at Glowing Blush
- Orange Cranberry Bread With Pumpkin Seeds at One Green Planet
- Hibiscus Mimosas at Thyme and Love
- Cucumber Herb Champagne Sparkler at Sharon Palmer
- Classic Bloody Mary at Grateful
Memorial Day – May 31
Memorial Day honors the military men and women who died in service to our country. It is celebrated with prayers, parades, red poppies, and outdoor gatherings. Memorial Day Weekend kicks off the summer season of barbeques and cookouts.
- Barbecued Seitan Ribz (Vegan Ribs) at Fatfree Vegan
- Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burgers at One Green Planet
- Vegan Potato Salad at This Savory Vegan
- Summer Grilled Corn Salad W/ Cilantro Lime Dressing at Vegan Huggs
- Easy BBQ Baked Beans at Shane and Simple
- Blueberry Crumble Bars at Under the Willow Tree
World Peace begins in the kitchen.
~ Anonymous
Summer Holiday Vegan Recipes
Summer is the season for out-of-doors recreation. The biggest U.S. patriotic holiday is the Fourth of July (Independence Day). Think: barbeques and picnics.
Vary your recipe choices from among the Summer holidays. Any of the holiday vegan recipes will be welcome at an outdoor feast, regardless of the actual day of observance.
World Oceans Day – June 8 — featuring SEAFOOD
The oceans sustain life on Planet Earth. World Oceans Day advocates for a united, global project to keep world oceans sustainable. Fish-loving vegans can join the effort, too!
- 7 Vegan Recipes Every ‘Seafood’ Lover Needs at PETA
- New England Vegan Clam Chowder at Vegan Huggs
- Vegan Carrot Salmon at Pro Veg
- Beer Battered Vegan Fried Fish at Nora Cooks
- Vegan Scallops & Garlic Butter Sauce at The Edgy Veg
- Easy Vegan Fish Cakes at Exceedingly Vegan
- Vegan Crab Cakes at Vegan Huggs
- Easy Vegan Maine Lobster Rolls at Strength and Sunshine
- No-Bake Lemon Cake at One Green Planet
- Vegan Key Lime Pie at Oh My Veggies
Greek Food Festival (Monday of the Holy Spirit) – June 13, 2022
Agios Pnevmatos is celebrated 50 days after Greek Orthodox Easter. In Greece, it’s a national holiday. In the United States, many festivals are held at this time to celebrate Greek food and culture.
- Vegan Moussaka with Creamy Bechamel at Daughter of Seitan
Father’s Day – June 19, 2022 (3rd Sunday of June, U.S.)
The third Sunday of every June is Father’s Day. Spend time with Dad. Do whatever he loves to do, and prepare him a manly vegan meal.
- Carving Board Seitan “Pastrami” at One Green Planet
- Vegan Pepper Steak With Onions at Shane and Simple
- Grilled Spiced Cauliflower Recipe at Serious Eats
- Baked Portobello Steaks at Eat Something Vegan
- Vegan Fried Chicken at School Night Vegan
- Chickpea Cutlets with Savory Mustard Sauce at One Green Planet
- Vegan Mushroom Meatballs & Garlic Bread at The First Mess
- Vegan Gyros With Jackfruit at Lazy Cat Kitchen
- Best-Ever Vegan Gyros With Soy Curls and Tzatziki Sauce at My Darling Vegan
- Vegan Jackfruit Carne Asada at The Nut-Free Vegan
- Grilled Corn on the Cob With Chipotle-Lime Rub at Forks Over Knives
- Vegan Cowboy Beans: A Plant-Based Meal for the Crock Pot at Plant Based Recipe
- Outback Steakhouse Black Bread at Whole Food Plant-Based Cooking Show
- Watermelon Salad With Fried Tofu and Basil-Lime Dressing at One Green Planet
- Bourbon Peach Limeade at Blender Babes
- Cinnamon Caramel Bundt Cake (Vegan & Gluten-Free) at The Vegan 8
Juneteenth – June 19
On June 19, 1865, the last remaining black slaves in Confederate-held West Texas were freed, two and a half years after Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth is a day for jubilant celebration. Red foods are traditional.
- The Plant-Based Food From Africa and Slavery That We Eat Today at Plants Rule
- Sticky BBQ “Ribs” at Avant Garde Vegan
- Southern Vegan Black Eyed Peas at Veggies Don’t Bite
- Juneteenth Bowl With Sorghum at Soulful Vegan
- Watermelon Salad With Radishes and Mint at Epicurious
- The 31 Best Vegan Soul Food Recipes on the Internet at The Green Loot
- Watermelon Lemonade at Simply Scratch
- Make Juneteenth Traditional Holiday Punch at Children’s Museum of Manhattan
- Vegan Red Velvet Cake at Loving It Vegan (Pssst! Duncan Hines Red Velvet Cake Mix is vegan, too.)
- Check out the African American Vegan Starter Guide
Summer Solstice – June 21, 2022 (Northern Hemisphere, June 20-22)
The Summer Solstice is the longest day of the year. It’s also known as Midsummer. Fair weather? The perfect way to celebrate is with a picnic.
- The Ultimate Guide for a Vegan Picnic at Veggies Don’t Bite
- Simple Pickled Summer Vegetables at Simply Quinoa
- Watermelon Gazpacho at Joe Cross
- Classic Vegan Coleslaw at Nora Cooks
- Classic American Macaroni Salad at Strength and Sunshine
- Devilled Potatoes at Little Potatoes
- Grilled Fennel & Quinoa Crunch Salad at The First Mess
- Raw Zucchini Wraps + Kale Pesto at The Simple Veganista
- Quinoa Salad With Chickpeas at Nora Cooks
- Fresh Herb Potato Salad at The Simple Veganista
- Classic Three Bean Salad at Fried Dandelions
- Vegan Strawberry Shortcake at My Darling Vegan
- Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream (3 Ingredients!) — No Ice Cream Maker Needed at The Big Man’s World
- Upside Down Plum Cake | Ela Vegan – oats, ground nuts, plums, banana or applesauce
- Vegan Cherry Clafoutis at Seven Roses
- Rosemary and Cucumber Infused Ginger Beer at Recipes From a Pantry
- Watermelon Lemonade at Simply Scratch
Independence Day – July 4 — featuring the OUTDOOR GRILL
On July 2nd, 1776 the Continental Congress declared independence from Great Britain. Two days later, July 4th, the Declaration of Independence was adopted. Thus, the Great American Experiment began. Today we celebrate Independence Day with fireworks… but not before a outdoor grilled meal!
- Grilled Ratatouille Foil-Packets at Food 52
- Grilled Marinated Veggie Kabobs at Veggies Don’t Bite
- Tofu-Veggie Kebabs With Peanut-Sriracha Sauce at Weight Watchers – tofu, broccoli, radishes, powdered peanut butter, white miso
- Hawaiian Seitan Skewers at The Nut-Free Vegan
- Vegan Satay With Soy Curls at The Viet Vegan
- Grilled Tofu Skewers With Spicy Peanut Sauce at It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken
- Grilled Tofu Skewers With Pineapple, Onion, and Pepper at Dianne’s Vegan Kitchen
- American Flag Sheet Cake at Kitchen Treaty
- Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler at Food With Feeling
- 7 Easy Infused Water Recipes at Recipes From a Pantry
Cow Appreciation Day – July 9 — featuring veggie BURGERS
On Cow Appreciation Day, it’s good etiquette for everyone to eat veggie burgers. Learn more about how to help factory farmed cows at the National Humane Education Society.
- Quinoa and Chickpea Burgers With Burger Sauce at One Green Planet
- Vegan Burger Recipe With TVP at School Night Vegan
- Lentil Burger With Mustard Sauce at One Green Planet
- Vegan Meaty Beetroot Burger With Cashew Cheese at Exceedingly Vegan
- Grillable Veggie Burger – Black Bean Sunflower Seed Burger at Vegan Richa
- Oven-Baked Black Bean Burgers at MBG Food
- Easy Veggie Burger Sliders + Cashew Mustard Cheese Sauce at Sweet Simple Vegan
- Green Edamame Rice Burger at Veganosity
- Barbecue Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers at Shane & Simple
- Homemade ‘Beyond Meat’ Burgers at Up Beet Kitchen
- Vegan Pumpkin Burgers With Quinoa and Chickpeas at Bianca Zapatka
Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.
~ Anatole France
National Ice Cream Day (US & UK) – July 17, 2022 (3rd Sunday of July)
Vegans like to celebrate the perfect dessert, too. (Nondairy, of course!)
- Keto Ice Cream – Just 4 Ingredients! at Chocolate Covered Katie
- Pumpkin Ice Cream at Forks Over Knives
- Vegan Banana Ice Cream at Know Your Produce
- Vegan Protein Ice Cream at Raw Blend
- Mint Chocolate Chip Avocado Ice Cream at Eating Bird Food
- Strawberry Coconut Milk Sorbet at Eating Bird Food
- Oatmeal Raisin Ice Cream at Eating Bird Food
- Creamy Keto Zucchini Ice Cream at SideChef
- Easy Blender Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream (Paleo + Refined Sugar-Free) at Eating by Elaine
- Vegan Coconut Ice Cream at Chocolate & Zucchini
- Balsamic Strawberry & Basil Dairy-Free Ice Cream Recipe at Unconventional Baker
Mandela Day – July 18 — featuring PANTRY ITEMS only
This day calls on people to be active citizens in their community by helping the less fortunate. Very often, people donate to local food banks. Have your guests, or group, bring 4 cans of food to donate AND a vegan potluck dish made from only canned goods and dry pantry items. The following recipe selection is inspired by 12 Best Food Products to Donate, and 3 to Avoid. (The recipes are easy fallbacks for busy or newbie vegans, too!)
- 11 Vegan Pantry Meals (Canned Goods) at My Darling Vegan — with suggestions for pantry substitutions
- 42 Vegan Canned Food Recipes at Karissa’s Vegan Kitchen — with suggestions for pantry substitutions
- Mujadara at Contentedness Cooking (make pantry substitutions)
- BBQ Vegan Black Bean Meatballs at Food By Maria (make a few pantry substitutions)
- Easy Three Bean Chili at Simple Veganista (make a few pantry substitutions)
- Vegan “Tuna” Pasta Salad at Plant Based Jane (make a few pantry substitutions)
Jamaica Emancipation & Independence – August 1 & 6 — featuring JAMAICAN CUISINE
- Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge Bowl at Healthier Steps
- Jamaican Jerk Tempeh at The Curious Chickpea
- Authentic Jamaican Jerk Tofu Recipe (Grill or Pan Fry) at Make It Dairy Free
- Vegan Jamaican Stew Peas at Healthier Steps
- Jamaican Black-Eyed Pea Curry at The Curious Chickpea
- Smoky Collard Greens at The Curious Chickpea
- Jamaican Vegetable Patties at Solo Budget-Vegan
- How to Make Vegan Jamaican Beef Patties at Garden Grub
- Jamaican Jerk Sauce at The Curious Chickpea
- Hot and Fruity Caribbean Coleslaw at Happy Foodie
- Vegan Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding at Healthier Steps
- Jamaican Fruit Cake at Healthier Steps
Autumn Holiday Vegan Recipes
Autumn is the season of harvest and thanksgiving. In Fact, November’s Thanksgiving is THE great American secular holiday.
Many of the Holiday Vegan Recipes within the Autumn collection are appropriate to serve at any Fall festivity. The recipes are mostly harvest-related, and quite interchangeable.
Labor Day – September 5, 2022 (First Monday in September
Labor Day is the last warm-weather outdoor celebration on the calendar. The holiday has its origin in the labor movement, and celebrates the essential importance of workers. Labor Day weekend is filled with parades, picnics, and cookouts.
- The Ultimate Vegan Labor Day Weekend Menu at Dianne’s Vegan Kitchen
- Summer’s End Black Bean and Corn Macaroni Salad at One Green Planet
- Roasted Vegetable Salad With Magic Green Sauce at Minimalist Baker
- Roasted Sweet Potato Salad With Almond Butter at Robin Robertson
- Sriracha BBQ Baked Tempeh Wraps With Tahini Slaw at Vegan Richa
- Foil Pack Vegan Sausage & Vegetables at Food With Feeling
- Best Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwich With Coleslaw at Shane and Simple
- Blackberry & Apple Tarte Tatin (oven-baked or camp-fire baked) at Avant Garde Vegan
- Lemon Cucumber Water at Shane and Simple
Autumn Equinox – September 22, 2022 (Northern Hemisphere, September 21-24)
Celebrate the Autumn Equinox by feasting on local produce from the Fall harvest. Whether grown by local farmers, or harvested from your own garden, an abundance of fresh, healthy food is always a cause for a joyful celebration.
- Savory Sweet Potato Fall Crescent Rolls (Vegan) at One Green Planet
- Whole Wheat Beer Bread at Adventures of a Vegan Military Wife
- Apple, Parsnip, and Fennel Soup With Crispy Sage Brussels Sprouts at One Green Planet
- Cauliflower Steaks With Mushroom Gravy at Oh My Veggies
- How to Make the Easiest, Creamiest Vegan Mashed Potatoes at Kitchn
- Vegan Stuffing With Green Tea at Food Network
- White Apple Sangria at One Green Planet
National Voter Registration Day – September 22, 2022 (4th Tuesday in September) – featuring ALL-AMERICAN CLASSICS
Make sure you and your friends are registered to vote. Reward your diligent efforts with an all-American vegan feast!
- Buffalo Cauliflower Wings at Chocolate Covered Katie
- The (It Can’t Be!) Vegan Caesar Salad at One Ingredient Chef
- The Vegan Cobb Salad at Happy Healthy Life
- Vegan Fried Chicken at The Official Hungry
- Cauliflower Sloppy Joes at One Green Planet
- Amazing Vegan Mac and Cheese at Cookie and Kate
- Vegan Seitan Steak at It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken
- Chickpea Flour Omelette With Spinach, Onion, Tomato, Bell Peppers at Vegan Richa
- Country Hash Browns With Sausage Gravy at Plant-Based Cooking
- Perfect Vegan Apple Pie at Nora Cooks
- Best Vegan Chocolate Milkshake at The Simple Veganista
- Crunch Bar Copycat with Brown Rice and Dark Chocolate at One Green Planet
Dogs in Politics Day – September 23 — featuring vegan HOT DOGS
Behind every successful politician, there’s a good dog. Checkers, the Cocker Spaniel, single-handedly saved his human’s political career in 1952 — and inspired Dogs in Politics Day. Checkers’ human was Sen. Richard Nixon… so, Lefties, take this day over! It’s a perfect time to host a political gathering. Feed your fellow-rebels vegan hot dogs. They’re economical, “politically correct,” and memorable.
- Carrot Dogs at Forks Over Knives
- 9 Unique Vegan Hot Dog Recipes and Toppings at PETA
- 9 Best Vegan Hot Dogs for Summer BBQs and Grilling (Store Bought) at Prevention
- 27 Vegan Hot Dog Recipes to Keep Summer Going at Eluxe Magazine
Rosh Hashanah – September 25-27, 2022 (Usually Occurs During Month of September)
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, and celebrates God’s creation of the world. It’s a time to review, and reflect upon, the past year — and to seek forgiveness as a fresh new year begins. Traditional Rosh Hashanah feast dishes represent blessings. For instance, sweet foods symbolize hope for a “sweet” new year.
- Creative Vegan Kosher Recipe Ideas for the Rosh Hashanah Holiday at Tori Avey
- Rosh Hashanah — Vegan Jewish New Year Recipes & Menus at The Vegan Atlas
- 15 Vegan Dishes to Serve at Rosh Hashanah at The Nosher
- Vegan Rosh Hashanah Recipes at Jamie Geller
- Seitan Brisket at My Jewish Learning
- Healthy Noodle Kugel at Jewish Food Hero Kitchen
- Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup at A Virtual Vegan
- Vegan Mushroom Thyme Wellington at Best of Vegan
- Vegan Gluten Free Beetroot Gnocchi at Beauty Food Blog
- Chershi – Libyan Jewish Pumpkin Spread at JMORE
- Vegan Challah at ReformJudiasm.org
- Vegan Babka at Zardy Plants
- Easy Going Apple Cake at BitterSweet
Global Smoothie Day – October 3
Smoothies are packed with nutrients. They’re easily veganized, and quickly blended (use some frozen ingredients). Sip one while reading a book, or while you’re on the go. Celebrate personal strength!
- Banana Oatmeal Smoothie at Little Sunny Kitchen
- Chocolate Weight Loss Smoothie at Simple Green Smoothies
- Dr. Oz 3 Day Detox Dinner Smoothie Recipe at BlenderBabes
- The Famous Orange Julius Recipe at BlenderBabes
- The Green Thing Smoothie at Treats With a Twist
- Strawberry Lemon Lunch Smoothie at Joe Cross
World Animal Day – October 4 — featuring vegan CLASSICS FOR BEGINNERS
World Animal Day is the international day of action for animal rights and welfare. The date coincides with Saint Francis of Assisi Feast Day. It’s a great time for carnivores to consider adopting a more plant-based diet. Here are some links to help:
- PETAs Two-Week Vegan Meal Plan at PETA
- Vegan Substitutes (To Purchase) at Oops Vegan

Here are the easy, basic dishes to get you started on a “greener” diet that is kinder to animals and Mother Earth.
- 25 Easy Gluten-Free Vegan Recipes at Shane and Simple
- Best White Bean Soup at The Clever Meal
- Vegan Three Bean Chili at The Conscientious Eater
- Vegan Potato Leek Soup at Food with Feeling
- Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup at Five Heart Home
- ✴️ I prepared this recipe. It’s very easy (with frozen butternut squash and organic vegetable Better Than Bouillon). It’s a delicious first course or sandwich accompaniment — and so helpful for weight loss, or turning up vitamin intake!
- Chickpea Tuna Sandwiches at Veganuary
- Classic Spanish Lentil Stew at Spain on a Fork
- Vegan Pumpkin Mac n’ Cheese at Minimalist Baker Recipes
- Lebanese Mujadara (Lentils, Rice & Onions) at Feel Good Foodie
- Indian Pumpkin Curry (One Pot) at Ela Vegan
- The Best Vegetarian (or Vegan) Teriyaki Fried Rice at Cass Clay Cooking
- How to Make Delicious Oven-Baked Tofu at Seitan Beats Your Meat (see An Easy Method to Press Tofu and Remove Moisture at The Spruce Eats)
- Easy Vegan Falafel (Freezer Friendly!) at Minimalist Baker
- Roasted Potatoes and Carrots at Immaculate Bites
- Golden Milk Rice Pudding (Easy + Vegan) at Sweet Simple Vegan
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Vegan No-Bake Cookies at Shane and Simple
Yom Kippur – October 4-5, 2022 (Occurs During September or October)
Yom Kippur is the Jewish Day of Atonement. It’s a time for fasting and purification. It’s a time to forgive others, as well as repent of one’s own sins against God. It’s a time of renewal. There are two Yom Kippur meals. One is served before the fast, and one is served after the fast.
- Yom Kippur Pre-Fast
- Menus for the Pre Yom Kippur Meal at The Spruce Eats
- Vegetarian Pre-Fast Meal and Recipes at Ynetnews.com (easily veganized)
- Creamy Spinach and Potato Soup at Jamie Geller
- Roasted Chickpeas and Chard at Jamie Geller
- Russian Tea Cakes With Cocoa Nibs at Jamie Geller
- What to Eat Before and After Yom Kippur at The Spruce Eats
- Yom Kippur Break-Fast
- 10 Vegan Recipes to Serve at Your Yom Kippur Break-Fast at One Green Planet
- A Yummy Yom Kippur “Break-the-Fast” Menu at Vegan American Princess
- How to Host a Vegan Bagels and Lox Brunch at The Nosher
- Yamit’s Falafel at Jewish Journal
World Teachers’ Day – October 5 – APPLE Recipes
World Teachers’ Day originated from a partnership between UNESCO, International Labour Organization, UNICEF, and Education International. The food most associated with teachers is the apple. Why not celebrate your teacher with an apple-themed potluck?
- Vegan Sweet Potato Soup Recipe With Apple [Gluten-Free] at Avocado Pesto
- Green Apple Coleslaw at Forks Over Knives
- Apple Cinnamon Walnut Butter at One Green Planet
- Gingery Apple Cabbage Sauerkraut at Minimalist Baker
- Curried Apple Relish at Veganosity
- Autumn Apple Pesto Pizza at Phoebe’s Pure Food
- Pumpkin Spice Applesauce at Veganosity
- Baked Cheesecake Stuffed Apples at One Green Planet
- Vegan Apple Cake at Holy Cow Vegan
Indigenous Peoples’ Day – October 10, 2022 – 2nd Monday in October
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is now observed, in many places, instead of Columbus Day. The holiday is also called First People’s Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day, or Native American Day. The day celebrates the history and culture of Native American people, including their food. It’s a day of ceremonies and feasts.
- Celebrating Native American Heritage With 7 Delicious Vegan Dishes at PETA
- Curried Butternut Squash Soup (Slow Cooker) at Little Spice Jar
- Savory Vegan Succotash at Brand New Vegan
- Three Sisters Squash at Native American Vegans
- Indian Tacos With Almost Frybread at Vegan Miam
- Vegan Whole Wheat Acorn Squash Bread at Eva Bakes
- Fancy Navajo Blue Corn Mush Recipe at The Fancy Navajo
- Easy Instant Pot Black Tepary Beans at Sharon Palmer
Halloween – October 31
From communing with dead souls to bats in the belfry, Halloween is the official day of the year to laugh at demons (you know, like greedy corporatists). Spooky foods make you brave.
- Creepy Crudites Platter at Fork and Beans
- Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs at Vegan Yack Attack
- Halloweegan Meatloaf Scramble With Mashed Potato Ghosts at Wing It Vegan
- Stuffed Pepper Jack-O’-Lanterns With Spaghetti Guts at Healthful Pursuit
- Halloweegan Dead Man Burgers at Wing It Vegan (use any burger recipe, see Cow Appreciation Day, July 9th)
- Harry Potter’s Curried Pumpkin Burger at Healthy Slow Cooking
- Easy [Bloody] Beetroot Curry at Savory Spin
- 3-Ingredient Halloween Apple Bites at Oh She Glows
- Sweet Potato Balls at Cooking With Nart
- Vegan Dirt Pudding Cups at Conscientious Eater
- Halloween Dessert Charcuterie Board at Crowded Kitchen
- Witches Brew – a Halloween Cocktail at Sprinkles and Sprouts
- Vamped-Up Bloody Mary at Vegan Food and Living
- The 7 Best Vegan Candies to Buy This Halloween at The Beet
Veterans Day – November 11
Veterans Day honors all current and past active-duty soldiers who serve/served in the United States Armed Forces. Prepare your Vet a hearty hero’s breakfast. Later in the day, eat out. Many familiar restaurants feed vets for free on Veterans Day. (See link below.)
- 30 Minute Vegan Breakfast Burritos at Veggies Don’t Bite
- Hearty Vegan Chickpea Flour Omelette at Strength and Sunshine
- Grits Bowl With Avocado and Baked Tofu Strips at Glue and Glitter
- Vegan Biscuits and Gravy at My Darling Vegan
- Roasted Sweet Potato Hash at This Wife Cooks
- Vegan Golden Milk (Turmeric Latte) at Shane and Simple
- Don’t feel like cooking? Check this out: 70 Restaurants Having Veterans Day Free Meals, 2021 at The Spruce
World Children’s Day – November 20
World Children’s Day is observed in order to protect children’s rights and to improve their standard of living. To celebrate this day, have the kids work on a project that helps less fortunate children. Maybe they can sell snacks, in order to donate to the cause…
- Peanut Butter, Humus or Vegan Cream Cheese Stuffed Celery Sticks at Jazzy Vegetarian
- Baked Vegan Corn Dogs at It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken
- Vegan Potato Chip Crusted Chicken Nuggets With Fry Sauce at Rabbit and Wolves
- Easy Vegan Almond Flour Pizza Crust (Low Carb) at Jessica In the Kitchen
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites at PETA
- Vegan Keto Cookies With Chocolate Chips at Sweet as Honey
- Coconut Black Bean Brownies at One Green Planet
- Easy Vegan Cupcake Recipe at PETA (decorate with sprinkles for a bake sale!)
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins (Vegan + GF) at Minimalist Baker
- Vegan Protein Bar Recipes at Vegetarian Times
Thanksgiving – November 25
Thanksgiving is the High Feast Day of the United States, and officially launches the “holiday season.” A roasted turkey is the traditional table centerpiece. But vegans “mock” that idea.
- The Ultimate Guide to Your Vegan Thanksgiving at Veganuary
- 6 Best Vegan and Vegetarian Turkey Substitutes for Thanksgiving (Store-Bought) at The Spruce Eats
- 100+ Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes at The Stingy Vegan
- The Best Seitan Mock “Turkey” Recipe for a Vegan Thanksgiving at Our Community Now
- Vegan Turkey Recipe (Whole Vegan Turkey Roast) at The Edgy Veg
- Vegan Thanksgiving Stew and Dumplings at Rabbit & Wolves
- Golden Beet Veggie Balls With Almond Sage Cranberry Crema at Sharon Palmer
- Homemade Vegetarian Tofu Turkey With Stuffing at The Spruce Eats
- Vegan Cornbread Stuffing at The Spruce Eats
- No-Cook Cranberry Orange Relish at 40 Aprons
- Cooked (Keto) Cranberry Sauce at Easy Healthy Recipes
- Balsamic Glazed Roasted Cauliflower at Delish
- Whole Roasted Cabbage at Eat Something Vegan
- Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce at Gimme Some Oven
- Individual Vegan Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins at This Savory Vegan
- Sweet Potato Biscuits at One Green Planet
- Vegan Green Bean Casserole at Kitchen Treaty
- Thanksgiving Wild Rice Pilaf Recipe at Veggie Society
- Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Bucatini at The Green Loot
- Butternut Squash Cake at Exceedingly Vegan
- Sweet Potato Chocolate Truffles at This Wife Cooks
- Cranberry Orange Holiday Punch at The Gunny Sack
- Slow Cooker Rosemary-Cranberry Mulled Cider at Kitchen Treaty
- Our 21 Best Fall Cocktails for Fireside Sippin’ at Food52
Hanukkah – November 28-December 6 (Begins 25th day of Kislev, Hebrew calendar)
- 7 Simple Steps for the Ultimate Vegan Hanukkah Celebration – Live Kindly
- Celebrate the Festival of Lights With These 18 Vegan Hanukkah Recipes – at One Green Planet
- Vegan Hanukkah Recipes at The Edgy Veg
- Ate Nights of Vegan Hanukkah Recipes at World of Vegan
- Turmeric and Coconut-Braised Cabbage With Chickpeas at Bon Appétit
- Sweet Potato Lasagna at Minimalist Baker
- Potato-Tomato Gratin With Horseradish at Bon Appétit
- Pumpkin Alfredo Casserole at Knives Over Forks
- Apple, Ginger & Cardamom Compote (for Latkes) at Green Kitchen Stories
- Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Gelt Recipe at What Jew Wanna Eat
- Tahini Date Shake (Instead of Egg Nog) at Cookie and Kate
Veganism is not a sacrifice. It is a joy.
~ Gary L. Francione
Winter Holiday Vegan Recipes
Winter is the season to celebrate forgiveness, peace, and love. The most widely observed holidays are Hanukkah. Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Whether celebrated in a secular or religious fashion, festive tables and gifts reign supreme. Think: food and culinary gifts are ambassadors of peace, love, and joy.
Most of the holiday vegan recipes in the Winter collection may be prepared for any Winter festivity. There are no rules — feel free to mix them up.
Bodhi Day – December 8 – featuring vegan RICE dishes
Buddha, meditation, and enlightenment are quietly celebrated on Bodhi Day. It commemorates the day historic Buddha, Siddartha Gautauma, first achieved enlightenment. Afterward, the first simple meal the Buddha ate was rice and milk.
- Sweet Potato Lentil Dahl & Coconut Rice at Bodhi Restraurant
- Vegan Buddha Bowl With Forbidden Rice at Umami Girl
- Vegan Sticky Rice – Thai Mango at My Vegan Dreams
- Vegan Mushroom Risotto at Gourmandelle
- Cilantro Lime Rice at Love & Lemons
- Vegan Biryani at Gourmandelle
- Nutty Lemon Rice Recipe at Simple Sumptuous Cooking
- Red Curry Rice With Raisins And Cashews at Must Love Home
- Vegan Broccoli Rice Casserole at Healthier Steps
- Creamy Coconut Corn Rice at Walder Wellness
- Ginger Jasmine Rice Recipe at Happy Healthy Mama
- Creamy Vegan Rice Kheer at Sanjana Feasts
- Easy Vegan Caramel Rice Pudding at Full of Plants
Human Rights Day – December 10
In 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by the UN. Know your rights, your human rights. Politically speaking, never be intimidated from demanding what you deserve. You have many rights!
- Any vegan dish or menu. Here’s why: “Veganism Is a Human Rights Issue“
- Korean Barbecue Tofu “Wings” at One Green Planet
- Mongolian Soy Curls at V Nutrition
- Spanish Beans and Rice at Oh My Veggies
Winter Solstice – December 21, 2020 (Northern Hemisphere, December 20-23)
The Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year. It was observed by many ancient cultures, and is the pagan Yule holiday. Whether you’re intrigued by the astronomy or the ancient history, comfort food is perfect for the longest night of the year.
- 14 Vegan Winter Solstice Recipes to Celebrate the Season at Uniguide
- Herbed Cashew Cheese at One Green Planet
- Lentil and turnip soup with lemon at Vegan Sandra
- Vegan Blood Sausage (Black Pudding) at Vegan Sandra
- Vegan Roast Chicken at School Night Vegan
- Vegan Beef Stew With Barley (Vegan Scouse Stew) at School Night Vegan
- Vegan Salisbury Steak With Mushroom Gravy at This Wife Cooks
- Sagey Leek and White Bean Patties at Feasting at Home
- Holiday Loaf With Mushroom Gravy at One Green Planet
- Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon Pot Pie at The First Mess
- Mushroom Gravy Pie With Garlicky Kale Mashed Potatoes (make ahead) at The First Mess
- Tofu Stir Fry With Peanut Sauce at Living Lou
- Sweet Potato Alfredo Sauce and Pasta | Love and Lemons – sweet potatoes, raw cashews
- Raspberry Bakewell Tart at One Green Planet
- Winter Solstice Cocktail at Martha Stewart
Christmas Eve – December 24 – plus featuring CHINESE FOOD
Tomorrow’s the big day. Make something quick and easy, but nice, for Christmas Eve dinner. Sip a festive beverage while hanging your stockings.
- How To Make Pumpkin Soup in 20 Minutes at Kitchn
- Classic, Baked Vegan Mac and Cheese at Loving It Vegan
- How to Make The Ultimate Vegan Cheese Board at Vancouver With Love
- Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff at Bianca Zapatka
- Russian Vegetable Soup at The Kitchn (veganize butter & sour cream garnish)
- Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff Mac and Cheese at Rabbits and Wolves
- Slow Cooker Vegan Sweet Potato Quinoa Chili at Kitchen Treaty
- Romesco Roasted Whole Cauliflower With Herbed Tahini Cream at The First Mess
- Vegan & Grain-Free Ginger Molasses Softies at The First Mess
- Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies at This Wife Cooks
- Vegan Hot Chocolate Three Ways at Lauren Caris Cooks
- Slow Cooker Spiced Pear Juice at Recipes From a Pantry
Or go Chinese. (There’s a Jewish connection between Chinese food and December 24th.)
- Easy Chinese Cucumber Salad (拍黄瓜) at Omnivore’s Cookbook
- Chinese Cabbage Salad at Allrecipes
- Herbaceous Summer Rolls at Jamie Geller
- Vegetarian or Vegan Hot and Sour Soup at Jamie Geller
- Vegetable Chow Mein at Cupful of Kale
- Chinese Eggplant With Spicy Szechuan Sauce at Feasting at Home
- General Tso’s Cauliflower at Vegan Heaven
- Vegan Sweet and Sour Tofu at Cupful of Kale
- Chinese Broccoli Stir Fry With Garlic Sauce at I Heart Umami
- Spicy Chinese Sichuan Green Beans at Dinner Then Dessert
- Chinese Mango Pudding at Christie at Home
Christmas Day – December 25
Celebrate the birth of Christ, the Prince of Peace. Gather your family and friends around, including the furry ones, and have yourself a merry little (vegan) Christmas.
- Christmas Soup at The Happy Foodie
- Best Vegan Christmas Recipes at Edgy Veg
- 5 Vegan Christmas Snack Recipes at BOSH.tv
- Vegan Party Food Recipes Perfect Appetisers for Christmas at Avant Garde Vegan
- 15+ Festive Vegan Christmas Dinner Main Dishes at The Vegan Atlas
- 50 Delicious Vegan Christmas Recipes at Jessica in the Kitchen
- The Best Vegan Christmas Recipes – Featuring 45 Festive Recipes! at Vegan Food and Living
- Our Top 9 Vegan Christmas Mains at BBC Good Food
- Vegan Swedish Meatballs & Noodles at Connoisseurus Veg
- Spinach & Mushroom Polenta Pie With Almond Ricotta at The First Mess
- Gordon Ramsay’s Beet Wellington | Live Kindly
- Vegducken: the Ultimate Vegetarian Christmas Dinner at SPUD.ca (veganize eggs and butter)
- Vegan Holiday Main: Holiday Dinner Torte at Deena Burton
- Mushroom Wellington at Simple Vegan Blog
- Crispy Hasselback Potatoes With Garlic and Rosemary at Bianca zapatka
- Roasted Brussels Sprout Stalk at Healthier Steps
- Vegan Cranberry Fluff Salad at Vegan Treaty – “I halved the sugar, threw in a few extra pecans, and this cranberry dessert salad had a perfect tangy sweetness!” ~ Editor
- Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies at My Darling Vegan
- 25 Vegan Christmas Cookie Recipes at The Vegan Atlas
- Gingerbread Hot Chocolate at V Nutrition
- Thick & Rich 6-Ingredient Vegan Eggnog at Kitchen Treaty
- Christmas Sangria at Cake n Knife
Boxing Day – December 26 — featuring LEFTOVERS
It all began in Victorian England… The BBC explains Boxing Day: “[It] was traditionally a day off for servants, and the day when they received a special Christmas box from their masters.” Modern Boxing Day means glorious leftovers and TLC for anyone who had to work on Christmas day. (Also check May Day, May 1, for sandwich recipes.)
- Boxing Day Soup at Jasmine Hemsley
- Leftover Lettuce Soup and Pea Soup at Fuss Free Flavors
- Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes at Karissa’s Vegan Kitchen
- Leftover Veggie & Nut Couscous Salad at The Stingy Vegan
- Boxing Day VEGAN Recipes! (Christmas Leftovers) at BOSH.tv
- Holiday Leftover Tart at One Green Planet
- Bubble and Squeak at A Virtual Vegan
- Vegan Thanksgiving or Christmas Leftover Poutine at Sweet Simple Vegan
- Easy Vegetarian Thai Curry at Omnivore’s Kitchen
- Vegetable Vegan Frittata at The Simple Veganista
- Veggie Croquettes at My Darling Vegan
- Vegan Bread & Butter Pudding at Jamie Oliver
Kwanzaa – December 26 – January 1
Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration of African-American culture. A feast, called “Karamu,” is served on the 6th day. Groundnut (peanut) stew and Jollof rice are popular traditional West African dishes to serve.
- Vegetarian Kwanzaa Feast at PETA
- 10 African Inspired Vegan Recipes You Should Try at Afro Vitality Eats
- 15 Bold and Flavorful West African Plant-Based Recipes! at One Green Planet
- 35+ Vegan African Recipes From All Over the Continent at Eluxe Magazine
- West African Peanut Soup at Summer Childe
- Vegan Jollof Rice Recipe at Whisk It Real Gud
- Callaloo at Food 52 (use a vegan butter substitute)
- West African Peanut Curry With Tofu at Afro Vitality Eats
- Curry Chickpeas Stuffed Sweet Potatoes at Immaculate Bites
- Spicy Oven-Roasted Okra at Food 52
- Crispy Pan Fried Plantains With Pepper Sauce at Afro Vitality Eats
- Refreshing Sorrel Drink Hot or Cold at Afro Vitality Eats
New Year’s Eve – December 31 — featuring FINGER FOODS & COCKTAILS
New Year’s Eve celebrates the coming new year, often with a party. Finger foods and cocktails are all you need for a late-night celebration. (And to arrange safe rides home for guests.)
- Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Wings at Shane and Simple
- Spicy ‘n’ Sweet Vegan Cranberry Bean Ball Canapés at The Vegan Larder
- Vegan Spinach Balls at Vegan Family Recipes
- Roast Beetroot Falafels at Kind Earth
- Baked Italian Rice Balls (Arancini) With Creamy Marinara Dipping Sauce at Ceara’s Kitchen
- Carrots in a Blanket at Vegan Sandra
- Vegan Croquettes With Spinach at Bianca Zapatka
- Vegan Crostini With Ricotta, Roasted Grapes and Onions at Go Dairy Free
- Samosa Pinwheels – Spiced Potato Pinwheels at Vegan Richa
- Vegan Pizza Pinwheels With Olives at Elephantastic Vegan
- 17 Vegan Party Appetizers at Vegan In the Freezer
- 50 Delicious and Easy Vegan Appetizers at The Clever Meal
- Vegan Pimento Cheese Spread at Brand New Vegan
- 11 Vegan Cheese Ball Recipes & Nut Free Options at Vegan Richa
- Healthy Vegan Chocolate Truffles at 40 Aprons
- Vegan Peanut Butter Snowballs at Rabbit and Wolves
- 10 of Our Favorite Vegan New Years Eve Cocktails at Veg News
- Apple Cider Mimosa at Well Plated
- 2-Ingredient Cranberry Mimosa (“Poinsettias”) at Stress Baking
- Gingerbread Brandy Vegan Milk Punch at Boulder Locavore
- Fizzy Spiked Pear Punch at Sweetest Occasion
- Holiday Rum Punch at Sutterbean
- Holiday Champagne Punch Recipe at A Spicy Perspective
New Year’s Day – January 1
On New Year’s Day, millions of people will launch life-affirming resolutions. Many people will determine to eat less meat — for personal health, the planet, and animal welfare. Their intentions will range from Meatless Mondays to Full-Blown Veganism. New Year’s day is perfect for celebrating… holiday vegan recipes!
- Dinner Rolls With Everything Bagel Topping at This Savory Vegan
- Vegan Antipasto Salad at Munchmeals by Janet
- Vegan Beef Wellington at The Edgy Vegan
- New Year’s Vegan “Pork” and Sauerkraut at Ann Silverthorn
- “Beefy” Holiday Vegan Pot Roast at The Vegan Atlas
- Polenta Lasagna With Smoky Red Pepper Sauce at Feasting at Home
- Vegan Tourtiere (Vegan Canadian Meat Pie) at It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken
- Vegan Hoppin’ John at Food 52 with Collard Greens Braised in Coconut Milk at Food 52
- 6 Traditional New Year’s Foods From Around the World: Vegan Style! at One Green Planet
- Vegan Waldorf Salad at Vegan in the Freezer
- Vegan Tiramisu at The Happy Pear
- Sweet & Fruity Faux Champagne at Grateful
- Caramel Apple Sparkling Sangria (With White Wine OR White Grape Juice) at Grateful
Ready to Go Vegan? Take the Veganuary Pledge.
Veganuary is the world’s largest vegan movement, inspiring people to try vegan for January and throughout the rest of the year.
~ Veganuary
National Bird Day – January 5
National Bird Day is a campaign from the Avian Welfare Coalition. They believe birds are most beautiful in the wild. Outdoor birds appreciate suet and seeds during cold winter months. So, you know what to do…
- Vegetarian Fat Cakes for Birds at Thrifty Living
- Feeding Wild Birds & Homemade Suet at Better Hens and Gardens (replace suet with coconut oil in the recipe)
Coming of Age Day – January 10, 2022 (Second Monday in January) — featuring JAPANESE cuisine
On this day, Japan celebrates everyone who entered adulthood (age 20) during the previous year. It’s a worthy holiday to borrow in the United States, where young adults are often politically denigrated. In the U.S., 18 is “Coming of Age.” This is when Americans are old enough to vote, drink, and serve in the military. Eat Japanese cuisine, have a drink, and plot your political activism for the coming year.
- Vegan Japanese Food: A Complete Guide at Vegan.com
- Miso Soup, a Classic Japanese Dish at Justin + Lauren
- Vegan Avocado Sushi Roll Recipe at Any Reason Vegans
- Spicy “Tuna” Maki at One Green Planet
- Seaweed Salad at Tasting Page
- Lemony Sugar Snap Peas with Soba Noodles at Trial and Eater
- Creamy Miso Pasta with Tofu and Asparagus at Just One Cookbook
- Soy-Glazed Eggplant Donburi 茄子の甘辛丼 at Just One Cookbook
- Authentic Vegan Japanese Curry (Gluten Free) at Okonomi Kitchen
- Vegetarian Udon (Vegan Dashi) at Just One Cookbook
- Roasted Kabocha Squash (Japanese Pumpkin) at Drive Me Hungry
- Vegan Matcha Cookies at Plant Well
- Mango Mochi at One Green Planet
- 9 Japanese Cocktails to Try – From Matcha Hai to Red Eye at Gurunavi
Mardi Gras or Fat-Tuesday – January 16, 2021 (Day before Ash Wednesday)
Mardi Gras is celebrated on the day before the Christian season of Lent begins. “Carnival” refers to the days of festivities leading up to Mardi Gras. There is no reason why people cannot revel in luscious holiday vegan recipes that are prepared for Mardi Gras! A plant-based menu is an epicurean delight, without the animal fat!
Mardi is the French word for Tuesday, and gras means “fat.” Traditionally, in the days leading up to Lent, merrymakers would binge on all the rich, fatty foods—meat, eggs, milk, lard and cheese—that remained in their homes, in anticipation of several weeks of eating only fish and different types of fasting.
~ History.com
- Celebrate a Vegan Mardi Gras — Here’s How! at PETA
- How to Throw a Great Vegan Mardi Gras Party at Veg News
- Cajun Pumpkin Soup at Avant Garde Vegan
- Eggplant Creole at Fat Free Vegan Kitchen
- Vegan Cajun Tofu With Creamy Grits and Greens at Rabbits and Wolves
- Vegan Gumbo Recipe at Healthier Steps
- Vegan Jambalaya With Beans at Vegan Heaven
- Vegan Sausage and Mushroom Etoufee at Fat Free Vegan Kitchen
- Vegan Beignets With Dark Chocolate Espresso Sauce at Heart of a Baker
- Mardi Gras King Cake (Vegan) at Veggie Fun Kitchen
Martin Luther King Jr. Day – January 18
A wonderful way to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is to invite some friends over for hearty cold-weather vegan comfort-food, and to talk about the fight for human rights and economic justice. After eating, plan a local grassroots action and paint protest posters.
[King] wasn’t vegan/vegetarian, but his wife, Coretta Scott King, was vegan for the last 10 years of her life. Dr. King’s son, Dexter King, has been a vegan and animal rights activist since the 1980s.
~ Lisa Viger Gotte, Planted 365
- 16 Vegan Plant-Based Recipes to Warm Your Heart at Planted 365
- Maple Roasted Root Vegetables With Parsnip Puree at Del’s Cooking Twist
- Vegan Stew With Cornbread Dumplings at Whole Food Plant Based Cooking Show
- Black-Eyed Pea Soup With Greens at Susanina’s Vegetarian Kitchen
- Creamy Vegetarian White Chili at Vegetarian Ventures
- Vegan Lentil, Sweet Potato and Chickpea Stew at Delicious
- The Perfect Vegan Scalloped Potatoes With Sausages at The Green Loot
- Spicy Tomato Gnocchi With White Beans, Spinach & Vegan Sausage at Plant Based Jane
- Vegan Goulash With Smoked Tofu & Potatoes at Elephantastic Vegan
- The Best Vegan Fried “Chicken” With an Air Fryer at Cook With Candy
- Vegan Chicken and Dumplings at Rabbit and Wolves
- Chipotle Bourbon Pumpkin Chili at The Endless Meal
- 44 Easy Vegan Crockpot Recipes (Slow Cooker Soup & Stew) at The Green Loot
- Vegan Pecan Pie for Dr. King at Sweet Potato Soul
Food for Thought: Black Health Matters [and Veganism] | Jewcology, MLK Day: An Opportunity to Serve | Kitchn
Chinese New Year – February 12- February 22, 2021 (January 21 to February 20)
The Chinese New Year marks the transition of zodiac signs, which are represented by animals. 2021 is the Year of the Ox. More than 20% of the world’s population celebrates the Chinese New Year. Prepare humane holiday vegan recipes for an auspicious new year!
- 20 Delicious Vegan Recipes for Chinese New Year at Gastroplant
- 8 Vegan Traditional Chinese Dishes to Enjoy During the Lunar New Year at Green Queen
- How to Celebrate Chinese New Year Vegan-Style at One Green Planet
- Mom’s Special Vegan Dumplings | 家傳純素水餃 at ChooChoo-Ca-Chew
- Long Life Noodles – Yi Mein at The Woks of Life
- Simple Hoisin Tofu Noodles at This Savory Vegan
- Vegan Cabbage Rolls (Asian Style) at Bianca Zapatka
- Tomato and Egg Drop Noodle Soup at Bon Appetit
- 15 Minute Brussels Sprout & Tempeh Stir-Fry at In Pursuit of More
- Easy Citron Tea (Made With Meyer Lemons) at Omnivore’s Cookbook
Super Bowl – February 7, 2021 (Sunday in January or February)
The Super Bowl determines the championship team of the National Football League (NFL). It’s the biggest game day of the year. So dig into your stash of holiday vegan recipes, and prepare something special to eat while watching the game. Being vegan is rather sporting, afterall, towards both animals and humans.
- 50 Vegan Recipes for Football Season (Photos + Videos) at PETA
- 32 Amazing Vegan Super Bowl Recipes at Simply Quinoa
- Air Fried Olives at This Wife Cooks
- Dijon (Vegan) Pigs in a Blanket at Well Vegan
- Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pinwheels at Minimalist Baker
- Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe at Live Kindly
- Roasted Garlic and Sriracha Hummus at Olives for Dinner
- Crispy Vegan Buffalo Tofu at Munchmeals by Janet
- Best-Ever Vegan Mac & Cheese (Made With Sauerkraut!) at Delish
- Vegetarian Chili With Lots of Fritos at Bon Appétit
- Easy 10-Minute Vegan Snack Board at Simply Quinoa
- Chocolate Jello Shots (Vegan) at Chocolate Covered Katie
- Cheezecake Stuffed Strawberries at Daiya
- Vegan No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites at The Pretty Bee
Valentine’s Day – February 14
Couples have a holiday to celebrate their love each year, on February 14th. Try preparing one of these lovely holiday vegan recipes for an intimate dinner for two on Valentine’s Day, or any Date Night.
- 19 Romantic Vegan Recipes for Valentine’s Day at Live Kindly
- Vegan Egg Drop Soup at Cook With Candy
- Vegan Spicy Tuna Roll at Cook With Candy
- Classic Italian Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms at Neurotic Mommy
- Beetroot Risotto With Tofu Ricotta at Exceedingly Vegan
- Crispy Tofu Steaks with Broccoli Rabe and Romesco at Pure Wow
- Vegan Tempeh Piccata at Dianne’s Vegan Kitchen
- Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe at Show Me the Yummy
- Vegan Cannelloni at Cilantro and Citronella
- Fudgy Vegan Chocolate Truffles at Rainbow Plant Life
- Vegan Tiramisu Truffles at Vegan Richa
- Perfect Vegan Strawberry Mousse at Veganosity
- Vegan Carrot Cake Cupcakes at Eat Drink Shrink
- Sweet Potato Banana Mug Cake Vegan GF Recipe (to Share) at Planted 375
- Vegan Red Wine Hot Chocolate at The Beet
- The Amazing Collection of 15 Vegan Valentine Drinks at Nuts and Walnuts
- Valentine’s Special: Love Martini (Cocktail) at Picture the Recipe
Presidents’ Day – February 15
You won’t find many holiday vegan recipes to commemorate Presidents’ Day. But George Washington and Abraham Lincoln deserve a festive vegan dessert in their honor. They founded and protected our country’s democracy. Let’s celebrate liberty and justice for all creatures, by preparing holiday vegan recipes to honor the Presidents.
- Martha Washington’s Veganized Hoecakes With Savory Dried Cherry and Walnut Chutney at The Blooming Platter
- Mary Todd’s Vanilla Almond Cake – Vegan Style at Mind Body Soul Food
- Tart Cherry Pie Bars With Oatmeal Crumble (Vegan + Gluten Free) at Ambitious Kitchen
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.
~ Gandhi
Tips & Tricks for Veganizing Regular Recipes
Almost any dish can be veganized. Check out the following resources about tips and tricks for vegan substitutions.
- The 10 Best Vegan Egg Alternatives for Eggless Baking and Cooking | Pro Veg
- Butter Substitutes for Baking & Cooking | My Frugal Home
- The Essential Dairy-Free Guide To Plant-Based Milk, Cheese & More [2020] | Pop Zero
- The 10 Best Vegan Meat Alternatives | Pro Veg
- Best Seitan Recipes | The Edgy Veg
- Vegan Meat Brands That Are Changing Everything | PETA
- Creamy Vegan Alfredo Sauce Made With Cashews and Cauliflower, Oil-Free at Veggie Fun Kitchen
- Vegan Ricotta Recipe With Tofu | Simply Quinoa
- How To Make Cashew Cream | Simply Quinoa
- Easy 2-Ingredient Coconut Yogurt | Minimalist Baker
- 3-Ingredient Tahini Sauce for Everything | Minimalist Baker
- 6 Ways to Make Healthy “Beef” Jerky at Eat This Not That
- The Best Plant-Based Bacons for Bacon Lovers—Ranked! at Eat This Not That
Flavor Boosters
- 4 Ingredient Smoked Tofu | Connierseurers Veg
- Vegan Tempeh Bacon | The Full Helping
- 25 Spice Mixes From Around the World | Kitchn
- Cream | One Green Planet – raw cashews
- How to Make Amazing Vegan Meringue at One Green Planet
- Garam Masala Spice Mix | All Recipe
- Meyer Lemon Chutney | Liz the Chef – Meyer lemons, onion, raisins, dried cherries, crystallized ginger
- Sour Cream | Kitchen Treaty – raw cashews
- Date BBQ Sauce | The Full Helping
- Vegan Oat Sausage Crumbles | Healthy Slow Cooking
- Spiced Pecans at Bon Appétit
- Balsamic vinaigrette dressing (Just 5 ingredients!) | Cadry’s Kitchen
- Vegan Gravy | Jessica in the Kitchen
- How to Make Flavorful Vegetable Broth | Feasting at Home
- Roasted Beet Ketchup | Clean Food Dirty Girl (scroll down)
- Instant Vegan Caramel Sauce (Paleo + Refined Sugar-Free) at Eating by Elaine
Breads
- Vital Wheat Gluten Keto Bread With Almond Flour | Hungry Elephant – vital wheat gluten, almond flour
Vegan Cheeses
- Vegan Cheese Sauce at Earth of Maria
- Almond Cheese at The Hidden Veggies
- Vegan Cheddar Cheese at Healthier Steps
- Vegan Cashew Parmesan at Sharon Palmer
- Macadamia Nut Queso Fresco at Dora’s Table
- Vegan Feta Recipe (Macadamia Nut Version) | Romy London
- Easy Cashew Cheese, Dip, And Spread at The Hidden Veggies
- Garlic And Herb Vegan Cheese at Earth of Maria
- Vegan Cheese Spread With Cranberry, Apricot, & Rosemary at Garden Grub
Keto Tips
- Best Keto Sweeteners for Low-Carb Diets & Sugar Substitutes to Avoid – Complete Guide! at My Keto Kitchen
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