These vegetarian Thanksgiving side dishes are easy to make and guaranteed to fit right in with your holiday favorites.
Thanksgiving is all about gathering around the table, sharing food, and making everyone feel welcome. And when it comes to the menu, having a few great vegetarian sides means everyone leaves happy – whether they eat meat or not.
This collection includes some of my favorite dishes that just happen to be meatless. They’re festive, full of flavor, and simple enough to make alongside the rest of your Thanksgiving recipes.
1. Beet Salad
Beet Salad offers color and creaminess with a flavor combo that’s earthy, tangy, and holiday-perfect.
2. Wild Rice Pilaf
This cranberry Wild Rice Pilaf recipe is bursting with flavor and makes the most beautiful side dish. The wild rice is cooked in a flavorful and veggie-filled broth and topped with crunchy pecans and Craisins before serving.
3. Cornbread Dressing
Cornbread Dressing is made from scratch with cubes of dried cornbread and French bread, sautéed vegetables, and fresh herbs.
4. Quinoa Salad
Quinoa Salad is a wholesome, hearty addition to your vegetarian Thanksgiving side dishes, with herbs and veggies in every bite.
5. Green Bean Casserole
This Green Bean Casserole skips the canned soup and uses fresh green beans, sautéed mushrooms, and a creamy homemade sauce. It's perfect for a holiday side dish.
6. Apple Pecan Salad
The Apple Pecan Salad mixes sweet apple, crunchy pecans and leafy greens into a vegetarian Thanksgiving side dish that’s familiar but feels refreshed.
7. Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet Potato Casserole is topped with a brown sugar pecan mix or marshmallow (or half and half!) and can be made ahead, making it a stress‑free holiday side.
8. Baked Mac and Cheese
Baked Mac and Cheese is creamy, cheesy, and crisp on top. It's a vegetarian comfort food side everyone expects on Thanksgiving.
9. Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is my favorite healthy fall salad recipe, with roasted squash, crisp greens, bacon, pecans, and a tangy homemade dressing.
10. Corn Casserole
Corn Casserole is creamy, cozy, and sweet. This side checks every comfort food box.
11. Brussels Sprout Salad
This Brussels Sprout Salad is crunchy, lightly sweet, and tossed in a simple dressing. This easy, make-ahead side feels right at home on the Thanksgiving table.
12. Cranberry Relish
Cranberry Relish is quick to prep, bursting with citrus, and a must-have vegetarian side that balances every savory bite. Also try our Cranberry Fluff Salad and traditional Cranberry Sauce.
13. Broccoli Salad
Broccoli Salad is the crunchy, creamy classic that balances sweet and tangy. It's perfect among other vegetarian Thanksgiving side dishes. Also, try our Broccoli Apple Salad.
14. Whole Roasted Cauliflower
This Whole Roasted Cauliflower is a show‑stopping vegetarian side dish that comes together easily and still feels special enough for the holiday table.
15. Bulgur Salad
Bulgur Salad is bright, and hearty. It holds up beautifully on a holiday buffet or as a make-ahead option.
16. Baked Brie
Baked Brie is wrapped in flaky puff pastry and served warm for a decadent, shareable crowd‑pleaser that fits seamlessly into a mixed table.
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