If you’re planning a plant-based feast this Christmas, or simply want to make sure your vegan guests are well provided for, check out our collection of the best vegan centrepieces. From timeless nut roasts to more unusual dishes (Chinese-inspired turnip cake, anyone?), you’ll find something here to build your festive feast around.
Giant Mushroom and Sesame Roll with Salsa Verde
This showstopping number from Ixta Belfrage features miso-roasted mushrooms encased in a sesame dough and served with a herby salsa verde.
Vegan Stuffed Roasted Cauliflower Wellington
There are several different takes on a vegan Wellington in this collection and this one from The Happy Pear is one for the cauli lovers. Chunky florets are flavoured with herbs and spices and encased in puff pastry. Serve with thick mushroom gravy and all of your other favourite sides.
Vegetarian Nut Wellington
A clever reimagining of the classic nut roast, this nut wellington from Elly Pear is packed with chestnuts, dates, and herbs, all wrapped up in flaky puff pastry.
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Green: Veggie And Vegan Meals For No-Fuss Weeks And Relaxed Weekends
Inspiring vegetarian and vegan recipes
Quick and easy ideas for weeknights
Laid-back feasts and batch cooking tips for weekends
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Parsnip Nut Roast
For a more classic take on a nut roast, try Sophie Gordon’s parsnip version, which she describes as “everything a nut roast should be: textured, flavoursome, earthy but subtly sweet, moist from the parsnips”.
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The Whole Vegetable
Seasonal, veg-centric recipes
Simple recipes that happen to be vegan
Ideas for every occasion and every time of year
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Ainsley Harriott’s Mushroom, Kale and Chestnut Pies
A luxurious twist on shepherd’s pie, Ainsley Harriott’s plant-based, individual pies are made with with sweet, buttery chestnuts, meaty mushrooms, and a creamy potato and celeriac topping.
Vegan Nut and Veggie Roast
An all-out vegan feast, this nut and veggie roast is bursting with flavour. It’s made with sweet roast vegetables, nuts, and mushrooms, and served with a flavoursome mushroom gravy.
Yotam Ottolenghi’s Turnip Cake
Thinking of doing something totally different this year? Try Ottolenghi’s dim sum-inspired turnip cake. Made with daikon and crunchy soy maple nut clusters, this loaf makes a stunning centrepiece. We recommend serving it with Ottolenghi’s miso and chive leeks.
Festive Roast
Mary McCartney has spent years perfecting her festive nut roast recipe, and the results of her efforts speak for themselves. Full of classic Christmas flavours, this time-honoured loaf won’t disappoint.
Chestnut and Cashew Wellington
Another wellington-style twist on the traditional nut loaf, this chestnut and cashew version from The Happy Pear is best served with their failsafe vegan gravy.
