Vegetarian Christmas mains recipes (2024)

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    Make a veggie wellington with squash, beetroot and feta, all encased in puff pastry, as a showstopping main for Christmas

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    Balance warm, nutty flavours with sharp goat’s cheese in this sformata, which is a cross between a soufflé and frittata. It's a fabulous festive main

  • A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.5 ratings

    Make the most of seasonal sprouts this winter with this tasty tart. It combines comté cheese and walnuts in a wonderful spelt and pumpkin seed pastry case

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    Rustle up these festively shaped veggie tarts at Christmas. They can be served alongside carrots and sprouts on the big day, but are also great for a buffet

  • Whole roasted butternut squash with Christmas stuffing

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    Looking for a vegan centrepiece for Christmas dinner? This roasted butternut squash is the answer, packed with festive, flavourful stuffing

  • A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.58 ratings

    This vegetarian main course is packed with festive flavours and wrapped in flaky butter puff pastry - a real Christmas treat

  • Whole roasted cauliflower

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.5 ratings

    Wow family and friends at Christmas with a spectacular whole roasted cauliflower. With festive pomegranate jewels, it's a great veggie main

  • A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.12 ratings

    Impress veggie guests this Christmas with these butternut squash and chestnut puff pastry crackers. Serve with vegetarian gravy and plenty of trimmings

  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings

    Entertain friends and family with Tom Kerridge’s cheese and onion tart that guarantees the sweetest caramelised onions and perfectly crisp pastry

  • Individual butternut squash wellingtons

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Bake these vegetarian dinner party pastries for a special occasion, like Christmas Day. They're filled with squash, spinach, chestnut mushrooms and tangy blue cheese

  • A star rating of 3 out of 5.5 ratings

    Combine chestnuts and veg with smoky harissa sauce in this lighter-than-standard nut roast. Packed with goodness, it delivers three of your 5-a-day, too

  • A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.25 ratings

    Double or triple the quantities of this festive cranberry and lentil bake to serve more people, if you like. You can make it up to two days before serving

  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.64 ratings

    Try this vegan tart for a show-stopping centrepiece. The bold red of beetroot against the vibrant green salad also makes it ideal for a meat-free celebration.

  • A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.71 ratings

    Looking for a simple side or starter that delivers on taste? Look no further than roast aubergines with yogurt and harissa. It's vegetarian and gluten free

  • Mini nut roasts with candied carrots

    A star rating of 3.6 out of 5.7 ratings

    Serve these lovely mini nut roasts as a vegan dish at Christmas. You could also serve the recipe as one large nut roast, too – just use a larger loaf tin

  • A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.40 ratings

    Make this hearty squash pie to serve as an alternative vegetarian Christmas centrepiece. It's festive and contains plenty of herby flavour

  • Spinach madeleine tart with cheesy pastry

    A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.7 ratings

    Try this tart as a veggie course at Christmas or other celebration. With cheesy pastry and a cheese and spinach filling, it's sure to be a crowdpleaser

  • Roasted cauliflower steaks

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.26 ratings

    Unlock the flavours of cauliflower with a red pepper, olive and caper salsa, topped with almonds. Healthy and vegan, it makes a tasty light lunch or supper

  • Mushroom bourguignon pithivier

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    Serve our moreish mushroom bourguignon pithivier as a vegan main course. Ideal for a special occasion such as Christmas, it's full of deep flavours

  • Vegetarian wellington

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.33 ratings

    Create a vegetarian centrepiece with this meat-free wellington with beetroot, mushroom and butternut squash wrapped in pastry. It's ideal for a celebration

  • Sweet potato parcel

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.14 ratings

    Bake this moreish sweet potato parcel as a vegan Christmas Day centrepiece, enhanced with the festive flavours of sage and chestnuts

  • A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.8 ratings

    Looking for a showstopping veggie dish? Packed with parsnips, feta and butter beans, this pie makes the perfect Christmas centrepiece

  • Shallot tatin

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.7 ratings

    This twist on a classic apple dessert gives often-overlooked shallots star billing and makes a stunning vegetarian main course

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Vegetarian Christmas mains recipes (2024)

FAQs

What does a vegetarian eat for Christmas dinner? ›

Try one of our best-ever vegetarian Christmas dinner recipes, from roasted butternut squash with butterbean and goat's cheese mash to spinach and ricotta lasagne roll-ups – or an impressive spiral vegetable tart. Serve up plenty of greens on the side, and it will be a merry Christmas all round.

What is the most popular vegetarian alternative to a turkey dinner at Christmas? ›

Nut Roast. The most popular Christmas meal for vegetarians and vegans is the nut roast. This typically describes a mixture of nuts, breadcrumbs, leeks, onions, broth and either oil or butter. However, this recipe is malleable and offers the opportunity for many alterations according to personal preference.

What veg do you have with Christmas dinner? ›

Discover the perfect amounts of potatoes, carrots, parsnips, sprouts, peas and red cabbage to serve with your roast turkey. Need help planning your Christmas dinner?

What do pescetarians eat for Christmas? ›

  • Tuna and Pesto Pasta.
  • Thai Vegetable Massaman Curry.
  • Baked Trevally with Sticky Coconut Rice.
  • Pescetarian Christmas: A Christmas Dinner Without the Meat.
  • Roast Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup.
  • Grilled Butterfish with Tricolour Quinoa.
  • Guacamole Grilled Cheese.
  • Focaccia Bread Pizza.
Dec 11, 2019

What do vegetarians eat instead of turkey? ›

Other protein-filled vegan options that could replace turkey in your vegan Thanksgiving table are tempeh, tofu and seitan. Choose one of these plant-based turkey alternatives, or combine more than one in your table, complimenting with veggies, rice, salads, or any other plant-based whole foods ingredients you want.

What do vegetarians miss from meat? ›

Previous reviews have indicated that vegetarians and vegans may risk vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron, zinc and calcium deficiency as these micronutrients can mostly be found in animal foods or have a lower bioavailability in plant foods [8,9,10,11,12,13,14].

What is the most popular Christmas vegetarian alternative? ›

Best vegetarian Christmas dinner recipes
  • Shallot tarte tatin. ...
  • Sage butter-basted roast cauliflower. ...
  • Roasted butternut squash with goat's cheese. ...
  • Wild mushroom and taleggio risotto cake. ...
  • Butternut squash and gruyère pithivier. ...
  • Sweet potato, chestnut and apricot loaf. ...
  • Vegetarian wellington. ...
  • Squash, sage and chestnut layer cake.

What to make for Christmas dinner other than turkey or ham? ›

Here are six non-traditional dinner alternatives (vegetarian and meat) that you can swap out for turkey or ham this holiday season.
  1. Beef Wellington: The Showstopper.
  2. Christmas Roast Duck: The Twist on a Classic.
  3. Vegetarian Enchiladas: The Surprise Favorite.
  4. Roast Lamb: The Savory Star.
Dec 12, 2022

Is cauliflower traditional at Christmas? ›

CHRISTMAS TIP: Cauliflower is not traditional.

What do pescetarians eat that most vegetarians avoid? ›

Pescatarians have a lot in common with vegetarians. They eat fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, eggs, and dairy, and stay away from meat and poultry. But there's one way they part company from vegetarians: Pescatarians eat fish and other seafood.

What meat did the poor eat on Christmas Day? ›

At Christmas, poor families ate rabbit or beef for their Christmas dinner. Some workhouses would provide a beef or mutton meal, with some alcohol, cheese or pudding. However, those living there would not usually receive the day off and had to get back to work after they had eaten.

What is the most popular vegetarian alternative to a roast turkey? ›

Nut roast is a popular vegetarian alternative to a turkey dinner. It is a savory dish made primarily from a mixture of ground nuts, breadcrumbs, and various vegetables, herbs, and spices.

Do vegetarians eat eggs? ›

Unless they are vegan (meaning they don't eat dairy products, eggs, or any other products which are derived from animals), some vegetarians do eat eggs and belong to a group known as lacto-ovo-vegetarians which according to the Vegetarian Society is the most common type of meatless diet.

Why is Christmas Eve dinner meatless? ›

The specific dishes may differ from country to country, but many of them are universal. Due to the Nativity Fast, no meat, eggs or milk (including cheese) are allowed during the supper.

How much veg per person for Christmas dinner? ›

How much veg is too much? Whether it's parsnips, sprouts, braised cabbage or carrots, 80g of each per person will do the trick.

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