Since most holidays tend to be food-centric, with traditional family meals taking center stage, they can be tough days for vegans. A little forethought and planning can help get you through the day, though. Easter can be a great day to impress omnivores with delicious vegan food, so we’ve put together a list of recipes to serve your guests that are sure to please even the pickiest of palates!
20 Vegan Easter Recipes
Brunch
Fresh Strawberry Pancakes from The Blooming Platter Cookbook by Betsy DiJulio. These pancakes are spectacularly delicious and they’re a perfect way to start your day.
Andouille Sausage with Biscuits from The Lusty Vegan by Ayinde Howell and Zoe Eisenberg. This meal can be prepped the night before and cooked in the morning, and they make for a perfect Sunday brunch.
Country Hash from Everyday Vegan Eats by Zsu Dever. Perfect hash should have a crispy crust, creamy potatoes, flavorful herbs and spices, and plenty of kick, and this hash has all of those things and more!
Lemon Meringue Chia Pudding from The Lusty Vegan by Ayinde Howell and Zoe Eisenberg. This light dish is a cross between yogurt and pudding, and can do double duty as both breakfast and dessert.
Appetizers
Classic Hummus from Everyday Vegan Eats by Zsu Dever. Hummus is always a crowd-pleaser at gatherings, and this recipe has an extra step that ensures the dip will turn out extra smooth and silky.
Beet Muhummara from The Blooming Platter Cookbook by Betsy DiJulio. This colorful spread is perfect for festive occasions or any regular day of the week and it pairs well with pita bread or chips.
Mango Salsa from Vegan Tacos by Jason Wyrick. This flavorful dip is always a hit when served with chips as a snack at parties.
Sassy Springtime Rolls from The Blooming Platter Cookbook by Betsy DiJulio. These light, refreshing rolls are full of fresh spring vegetables, herbs and tofu, and they pair well with with a wonderful deep red dipping sauce.
Side Dishes
Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Medjool Dates from The Lusty Vegan by Ayinde Howell and Zoe Eisenberg. The natural flavor of sprouts really pops when matched with the sweet creamy consistency of dates and the sharp spiciness of garlic in this delicious recipe.
Mashed Potatoes with Sautéed Chard and Garlic from World Vegan Feast by Bryanna Clark Grogan. This recipe is actually a Mediterranean take on the Irish potato and cabbage dish colcannon, but the combination of potatoes and greens makes it a perfect side dish.
Mediterranean Quinoa with Fresh Herbs from Everyday Vegan Eats by Zsu Dever. This recipe for fluffy, tender quinoa is a tasty accompaniment for just about any meal.
Flaky Buttermilk Herb Biscuits from Everyday Vegan Eats by Zsu Dever. These biscuits bake up big and beautiful, and they have all the layers that you’ve come to expect from good-quality biscuits.
Main
Italian Rustic Squash and Kale Tart from World Vegan Feast by Bryanna Clark Grogan. It’s hard to believe that this vegetable filling can taste so “meaty,” but it does in this absolute winner of a dish!
Devil’s Pot Pie from The Lusty Vegan by Ayinde Howell and Zoe Eisenberg. This is vegan take on the American classic is gravy, veggies, and a fluffy crust all in one magical pie. The name is actually a wordplay on “seitan”, which is one of the pie’s ingredients.
Scampi Pasta with Asparagus and Walnuts from Everyday Vegan Eats by Zsu Dever. This dish comes together quickly, so dinner is on the table in a flash, and you’ll be able to spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your guests.
Baked Macaroni and Cheese from Everyday Vegan Eats by Zsu Dever. This is a dairy-free version of the classic dish, and it’s sure to please everyone at your dinner table.
Dessert
Enlightened Carrot Cake from Practically Raw Desserts by Amber Shea Crawley. This raw vegan take on the classic springtime dessert will make your guests swoon.
Linzer Torte from Practically Raw Desserts by Amber Shea Crawley. Named after Linz, Austria, the Linzer torte is a traditional Northern European pastry often enjoyed at Christmastime, however its fruity filling makes it seem appropriate for spring.
Macadamia Shortbread Tart With Lemon Mousse And Fresh Berries from The Blooming Platter Cookbook by Betsy DiJulio. Lemon mousse and fresh berries give this mouthwatering dessert a light, springtime feel.
Tuxedo Cheesecake Brownies from Practically Raw Desserts by Amber Shea Crawley. These treats are incredibly decadent, and they are an ideal dessert with which to end your delicious cruelty-free feast.
