Easy Vegan Recipes for the Holidays

Christmas, our most awaited time of the year is upon us. Christmas rates at the top when it comes to food holidays. It is a moment of indulgence, a season for scoffing thin pies, puddings and Christmas cookies, and plenty of chocolate too! But eating a diet based on plants doesn't mean you have to miss out on your beloved sweet and savoury holiday meals, so we've rounded up our list of the most delicious vegan Christmas dinner recipes to help you appreciate all the trimmings of a compassionate Christmas.This round-up goes from famous western dishes to all-time Filipino favorites with a twist. We’ve got you covered. Let’s dig in!

1. Two bite vegan baked potatoes (Gluten free and soy free optional) A fun and tasty appetizer at holiday parties will be these delightful Two-Bite Baked Potatoes. These little guys are ready to throw together easily (ready in 35 minutes or less) and need just 8 ingredients (without extra toppings.)

2. Pan-fried Brussel Sprouts with Tofu Bacon - In this beautifully crissy pan-fried variant served with tofu bacon bits and caramelised onions, show Brussels sprout haters the light.

3. Vegan Pigs in Maple Parsnip Blankets - Thanks to this ingenious recipe, the UK's most famous Christmas dinner trim is now meat-free! Maple parsnips make the ideal bacon substitute and you're not going to be able to deter them from nibbling.

4. Filipino Spaghetti - In order to replicate the texture and taste of this iconic pasta dish, which was made famous at Jollibee restaurants, this dish uses an innovative combination of tofu and vegan hot dogs.

5. Jackfruit Lechon Paksiw - Jackfruit is famous for its pork-like consistency, which makes veganizing this Filipino recipe the ideal contender.

6. Pancit Canton - A colorful serving of fresh vegetables, including broccoli, snap peas, carrots, and cabbage, is included in this famous noodle bowl.

7. Tofu Mushroom Sisig - Calamansi juice, which is a sweetened juice made from calamansi, or golden limes, is the key to this stir-fry. It can be made with lemons as well.

8. Vegetable Afritada - Potatoes, bell peppers, and carrots are used in this tomato-based soup and are usually served on a rice bed.

Have you thought about going vegan, but haven't taken the jump yet? Now is the best time to devote to supporting the world and animals and strengthening your own health. For your online and grocery delivery needs in Davao City this holiday season, check out malagoshomegrownproduce.com, a Davao online shop known for selling the best of Davao local products.