9 vegetarian Christmas recipes for easy entertaining
If you've got a vegetarian guest this Christmas, or are simply looking to add more meat-free dishes to your festive menu, then you've come to the right place for the best vegetarian Christmas recipes.
We've got something for everyone in our selection of veggie Christmas recipes; from a spectacular nut roast vegan main that'll impress everyone around the table, to our prized hasselback butternut squash and elegant cauliflower risotto.
By now, we all know that not having meat on your plate won’t make anyone feel short-changed, as long as what’s there in its place is still a show-stopping crowd-pleaser – and all these recipes are.
Serve up a delicious Christmas feast that caters to everyone's needs, without the stress, with these festive vegetarian and vegan recipes...
Best vegetarian Christmas recipes
Harissa hasselback butternut squash
This beautiful hasselback squash makes the most stunning centrepiece, and the pomegranate seeds give it a festive boost. If you like, replace the toasted almonds with finely chopped pistachios.
Purple cauliflower cheese
Give humble cauliflower cheese a stylish makeover with this simple, comforting recipe. Roasting the purple variety of the seasonal veg whole gives the brassica the star treatment. For extra festive vibes, add a little finely chopped sage.
Cauliflower and kale miso-otto with crispy sage
Who says risotto isn't for Christmas? This nutty, earthy dish works well with all the usual roast dinner trimmings. Don't skip the crispy sage – it adds texture and festive flair.
Nut roast galette
Looking for a gorgeous vegan centrepiece? This nut roast galette is the answer. Even the most staunch of meat eaters will be converted. Just make sure to serve alongside plenty of flavoursome meat-free gravy.
Courgette, butterbean and pesto dauphinois
This simple gratin works as both a vegetarian main and a side, which is a win-win in our books. Up the seasonality by switching courgette for thinly sliced squash.
Braised fennel with parmesan breadcrumbs
This simple gratin only takes 10 minutes of hands-on time, making it a great option if you're strapped for time. While fennel is delicious on its own, the Parmesan breadcrumbs really take this delicately aniseed-scented vegetable to another level.
Roasted swede risotto with watercress oil
Often relegated to mash, swede is so much more versatile than we give it credit for. Roasting it releases a nutty sweetness that pairs perfectly with festive sides like parsnips and cranberry sauce.
Oyster mushroom, leek and Roquefort spiral
Take inspiration from Spanakopita with this wintery pie. The creamy filling ticks all the festive indulgence boxes, and the whole thing can be made ahead of time. Tick, tick!
Butternut squash parmigiana
The crisp walnut crumb on this flavoursome butternut squash gratin is simply divine – and we're sure your guests will agree. To make it extra Christmassy, try using pecans and finely chopped rosemary.
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