Vegetarian Christmas mains recipes (2024)

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  • 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

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegan
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings

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

    • 2 hrs 20 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • 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

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings

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

    • 2 hrs 40 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • Mushroom bourguignon pithivier

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.6 ratings

    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

    • 2 hrs 10 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegan
  • 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

    • 2 hrs 40 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • 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

    • 1 hr 55 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • 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

    • 2 hrs 20 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.1 rating

    Enjoy our hasselback butternut squash as a veggie Christmas main. It’s spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and served with a zingy citrus and herb gremolata

    • 1 hr 20 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
  • 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

    • 2 hrs 50 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • 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.

    • 1 hr 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
  • 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

    • 2 hrs 10 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • 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

    • 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegan
  • 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

    • 1 hr 10 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • 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

    • 1 hr 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegan
  • 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

    • 1 hr 15 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegan
  • 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

    • 1 hr 55 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • 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

    • 1 hr 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • 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

    • 1 hr 15 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • App onlyChristmas tree goat's cheese tart. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    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

    • 1 hr 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    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

    • 1 hr 10 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • Whole roasted butternut squash with Christmas stuffing

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

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

    • 2 hrs
    • Easy
    • Vegan
  • 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

    • 1 hr
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
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 eaten vegetable at Christmas? ›

Within this article we will outline the 5 most popular Christmas vegetables, and how to keep them fresh for the big day!
  • 1) Carrots.
  • 2) Broccoli.
  • 3) Potatoes.
  • 4) Cauliflower.
  • 5) Brussel sprouts.

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.

How to make vegetarian meals more filling? ›

To feel more full while following a vegetarian diet, try incorporating more fiber and whole grains into your meals. Incorporating nuts, seeds, and beans into your diet can help you to feel more satisfied.

What do vegetarians miss from meat? ›

Intake and status of vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron, zinc, iodine, calcium and bone turnover markers were generally lower in plant-based dietary patterns compared to meat-eaters. Vegans had the lowest vitamin B12, calcium and iodine intake, and also lower iodine status and lower bone mineral density.

Do vegetarians eat eggs? ›

Well, the short answer is yes! 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.

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