{"id":7459,"date":"2026-10-09T19:03:31","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T19:03:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/?p=7459"},"modified":"2026-11-03T22:17:03","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T22:17:03","slug":"turkey-alternatives-for-thanksgiving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/turkey-alternatives-for-thanksgiving\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Plant-Based Alternatives to Turkey for Thanksgiving"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plant-based eaters can tell you: Thanksgiving often looks like a few spoonfuls of veggies on a plate. With the right plant-based alternative to turkey, your guests won&#8217;t leave the table wanting more. <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_760c79-f2\">1. Tofurky<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_a032ed-38\">When you think of plant-based turkey alternatives, <a href=\"https:\/\/tofurky.com\/what-we-make\/holiday\/roast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tofurky<\/a> is probably the first dish that comes to mind. This vegan roast is made of a special tofu and wheat blend, packed with delicious vegan stuffing made from bread and wild rice. You can buy the roast on its own or with vegan gravy like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/mushroom-gravy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mushroom gravy<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cd4da0-d4\">This one\u2019s super low prep, too. Just thaw in your fridge 24 hours before you\u2019re ready to cook it and when the time arrives, you\u2019ll cook it for just under an hour and a half, basting periodically as it cooks.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_8ac8b9-1c\">2. Other tofu recipes<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_f07aaf-ea\">While Tofurky is a delicious, classic vegan Thanksgiving choice, it\u2019s not a great option for gluten-free guests. But there are plenty of other tofu dishes you can choose if your heart is set on using this soy-based protein for your Thanksgiving main. <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_ee2407-31\">If you\u2019re a fan of crispy tofu cubes coated in cornstarch, put a holiday twist on your recipe and spice with Thanksgiving flavors like sage. Or, you can always break tradition with something like sticky orange tofu. Get to know this plant-based staple with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/tofu-types\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tofu types guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_0\">3. Stuffing rounds<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9dc495-fc_1\">What if the beloved side dish turned into the main attraction? We&#8217;ve done it at <a href=\"https:\/\/purplecarrot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Purple Carrot<\/a>, with delicious stuffing rounds that slice and present like meat on the Thanksgiving table. Achieve that classic, Instagram-ready Thanksgiving table look and feel with the most iconic &#8220;Turkey&#8221; Day flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"801\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/stuffing-roasts-inline-purple-carrot-801x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Purple Carrot's stuffing rounds are sliced and put on display on a white platter, accented with a sprig of thyme.\" class=\"wp-image-7460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/stuffing-roasts-inline-purple-carrot-801x1024.jpg 801w, https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/stuffing-roasts-inline-purple-carrot-235x300.jpg 235w, https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/stuffing-roasts-inline-purple-carrot-768x981.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/stuffing-roasts-inline-purple-carrot.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 801px) 100vw, 801px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_bd1554-58\">4. Tempeh turkey<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_f57a97-51\">It doesn\u2019t always have to be tofu. Tempeh is another delicious plant-based protein made from soy. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/tempeh-vs-tofu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tempeh has a slightly firmer texture than tofu<\/a>, but it absorbs added flavors just as well. For a holiday meal spin on pan-seared tempeh, marinate in a blend of veggie broth and Thanksgiving spices like thyme, rosemary, and sage.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_4602cb-d4\">5. Stuffed seitan<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_457203-53, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_457203-53[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_457203-53\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_457203-53 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_457203-53[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_457203-53\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_457203-53 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_457203-53[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_457203-53\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_457203-53 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_457203-53\">You can also make a plant-based roast, similar to Tofurky, from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/seitan-protein-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seitan, a plant-based protein<\/a> made from wheat gluten. Unlike Tofurky, which is usually easy to find pre-made in stores, you\u2019ll need to make this seitan roast from scratch, but it\u2019s worth the end result.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_783275-e8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_783275-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_783275-e8\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_783275-e8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_783275-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_783275-e8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_783275-e8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_783275-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_783275-e8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_783275-e8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_783275-e8\">6. Stuffed vegetables<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_46f606-2a\">Your Thanksgiving dinner main doesn\u2019t necessarily have to be a plant-based protein. There are tons of recipes for whole roasted vegetables, like pumpkins, butternut squash, bell peppers, or even cauliflowers, packed with a plant-based stuffing or rice blend. You\u2019ll prep the stuffing, add it to your veggie of choice, and roast until your whole vegetable is nice and tender.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_2d88c8-3a\">7. Mushroom wellington<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_9eb465-13\">Fill up on this savory <a href=\"https:\/\/www.feastingathome.com\/mushroom-wellington-rosemary-pecans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mushroom wellington<\/a>. This recipe is seasoned with rosemary and adds pecans for extra protein and a delicious crunch, all wrapped in a delightful flaky puff pastry. There\u2019s no need to make your puff pastry from scratch, as popular brands from the grocery store offer vegan options. You can even find plant-based gluten-free puff pastry. Just make sure to thaw overnight before preparing your wellington.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cfbe0b-ac\">8. Vegan sausage wellington<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_22eaca-71\">If you want more than just mushrooms in your vegan wellington filling, a blend of vegan sausage and lentils makes for a perfect savory pastry. Although this recipe is full of classic Thanksgiving flavors like sage and rosemary, you can serve this dish at plenty of other holiday meals.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_4d1a25-81\">9. Vegan lasagna<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_dbfb99-03\">Skip the traditional flavors altogether for this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/easy-vegan-family-bake-lasagna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">comforting vegan lasagna<\/a>. Our recipe features vegan chorizo-style sausage with dairy-free cheese, spinach, and beautifully bright tomato sauce. Plus, it saves perfectly for leftovers when you\u2019re resting after the celebration is over.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_b310eb-6f\">10. Whole roasted cauliflower<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_2b0dea-5b\">Roasting a whole cauliflower takes far less prep work than a Thanksgiving turkey, and this cruciferous vegetable is ideal for soaking up your favorite marinade. You can keep it simple with olive oil, salt, and garlic, or experiment with bold flavors like turmeric and tahini.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_d8c79c-03\">11. Squashducken<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_c0e664-ad\">Enjoy a vegan take on the turducken with this squash-filled dish. Instead of three kinds of meat, you\u2019ll use three types of squash, as you might\u2019ve guessed from the name. The most popular choices are butternut, spaghetti squash, and zucchini, although some recipes call for eggplant, too. <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_a1e997-57\">To assemble the <a href=\"https:\/\/food52.com\/recipes\/39162-squashducken-the-mammoth-stuffed-squash-with-sage-hazelnut-pesto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">squashducken<\/a>, you\u2019ll cut your squashes of choice and nestle each layer together on a baking sheet from largest to smallest. If there\u2019s room, some recipes call for adding a special mushroom filling for an even heartier dish.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_02ddaa-e4\">12. Sweet potatoes<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_93c011-e9\">Sure, it&#8217;s not a meat substitute or an equally-meaty veggie or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purplecarrot.com\/learn\/high-protein-plant-based-meals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plant-based protein<\/a>. But these striking sweet potatoes from Purple Carrot &#8212; halved, perfectly roasted, and topped with a delicious sauce &#8212; are beautiful enough to be the star of the plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan a Plant-based Thanksgiving with Purple Carrot<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7459_cbc840-70\">Once you\u2019ve picked out your alternative to turkey, let Purple Carrot help out with your Thanksgiving side dishes. Our vegan recipes are healthy and filling, with plenty of options that everyone will enjoy, plant-based or not. And we can help make meal prep easier in the days leading up to Thanksgiving with easy-to-make meal kits and pre-made meals. Shop with Purple Carrot now and save $100 on your first month.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the right plant-based alternative to turkey, your guests won&#8217;t leave the table wanting more. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":7462,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kb_optimizer_status":2,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[522,557],"tags":[558],"class_list":["post-7459","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-food","category-thanksgiving","tag-thanksgiving"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Turkey Alternatives For Thanksgiving: Fulfilling Swaps For Meat<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"With the right plant-based alternative to turkey, your guests won&#039;t leave the table wanting more. 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