Passover, the Jewish holiday that spans eight days and kicks off with a fabulous feast known as the Seder, is just around the corner—April 15, 2022, to be precise—which means it’s time to start meal planning. Fortunately, our roundup of the tastiest vegetarian Passover recipes, which features everything from classic potato latkes to thai-inspired soups, will make the job of dining well while keeping kosher considerably easier.
35 Vegetarian Passover Recipes for a Memorable, Meat-Free Seder
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Published Apr 8, 2022
Dinner at the Zoo
1. Charoset
- Time Commitment: 51 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, no cook, gluten free
This sweet spread of honey, apples and cinnamon is a Passover staple that pairs perfectly with meat and matzoh alike.
The Mom 100
2. Frisee, Radicchio And Escarole Salad With Citrus Dressing
- Time Commitment: 25 minutes
- Why I Love It: no cook, gluten free, one bowl, <30 minutes
Coterie member Katie Workman gives bitter greens a serious upgrade with this swoon-worthy, citrus drenched salad.
Momsdish
3. Classic Potato Latkes
- Time Commitment: 20 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, gluten free, kid-friendly, crowd pleaser
This Hanukkah favorite makes a delicious addition to the Seder table. That said, to keep it kosher for Passover, you best swap the two tablespoons of flour with an equal amount of matzo meal. (How’s that for a holiday workaround?)
The Endless Meal
4. Coconut Curried Cauliflower Soup
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, vegan, low sugar
Silky-smooth and spiked with warming spices, this Thai-inspired soup is perfect for anyone who wants to stray from the traditional Jewish menu while still keeping kosher.
Nosh with Micah
5. Vegan Blintzes
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why I Love It: dairy free, vegan, crowd pleaser
You might think a vegan blintz (i.e., cheese-stuffed crepe) sounds slightly ridiculous, but one taste of these tofu-filled turnovers will have you singing a different tune.
Darn Good Veggies
6. Dairy Free Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
- Time Commitment: 35 minutes
- Why I Love It: dairy free, gluten free, crowd pleaser, vegan
This simple mash relies on dairy alternatives to ensure everyone at the Seder can fill up with some classic comfort food.
Strength and Sunshine
7. Middle Eastern Twice Baked Baby Eggplants
- Time Commitment: 20 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, vegan, <30 minutes
Stuffed baby eggplants that are seasoned to perfection and score points for presentation, too.
The Minimalist Baker
8. Vegan Dark Chocolate Macaroons
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, crowd pleaser, kid-friendly, vegan
Prediction: No one at the Seder table will, er, pass over these chewy, chocolatey and flour-free macaroons.
Foodie Crush
9. Roasted Beets
- Time Commitment: 55 minutes
- Why I Love It: vegan, gluten free, <10 ingredients
Attention plant-based eaters: These earthy and meaty beets, courtesy of Coterie member Heidi Larsen, are an ideal substitute for lamb shank on your Seder plate.
Strength and Sunshine
10. Vegan Matzo Ball Soup
- Time Commitment: 1 hour, 30 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, crowd pleaser, kid-friendly
Instant potato flakes take the place of matzo meal in this vegetarian and gluten-free twist on the classic Jewish comfort food.
Jacqui Melville/Apple
11. Cauliflower, Pomegranate And Apple Salad
- Time Commitment: 55 minutes
- Why I Love It: Crowd pleaser, dairy free, gluten free
Cumin- and paprika-coated cauliflower florets mingle with tart pomegranate seeds and slices of Granny Smith, and the end result is a salad that’s anything but snoozy.
Erin McDowell
12. Whole Roasted Carrots
- Time Commitment: 45 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, one pan, vegan, gluten free
This recipe for flavorful, whole roasted carrots saves prep time whilst ensuring no guest has to suffer sad, mushy carrots on their Seder plate.
The Endless Meal
13. Vegan Mushroom Gravy
- Time Commitment: 25 minutes
- Why I Love It: <30 minutes, vegan, gluten free, crowd pleaser
Drench your vegan mashed potatoes with this mushroom gravy for a mouthful of umami flavor that’ll make you forget all about meat.
Nosh with Micah
14. Everything Bagel Spice Hummus
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, no cook, crowd pleaser
Jews who are avoiding kitniyot (legumes) will have to take a hard pass on this appetizer, but this quick and flavorful hummus will be an instant hit with those who permit seeds and chickpeas at Passover.
Damn Delicious
15. Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower Steaks
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, crowd pleaser, <10 ingredients
Garlicky, cheesy slabs of cauliflower baked until crisp-tender and beautifully golden…what’s not to love?
The Bojon Gourmet
16. No-bake Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake
- Time Commitment: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, vegan, no bake, crowd pleaser
Hazelnuts are the secret ingredient that gives this dairy free and oh-so decadent chocolate cheesecake its addictive crunch.
Wholesome Yum
17. Israeli Salad
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, no cook, vegan
Grab some juicy Roma tomatoes, cucumbers and fresh herbs for a deliciously refreshing Israeli salad that’s a cinch to make and ready to serve in the blink of an eye.
The Mediterranean Dish
18. Moroccan-style Carrot Salad
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why I Love It: vegan, gluten free, Mediterranean-diet friendly
Balance warm Moroccan spices with the bright flavor of fresh herbs in this eye-catching carrot salad. The end result is a side dish that deserves to be in the spotlight.
Nosh with Micah
19. Sweet Potato Sesame Date Tzimmes
- Time Commitment: 2 hours
- Why I Love It: gluten free, vegan, crowd pleaser
This lighter and decidedly less sweet update on the traditional Passover casserole is like a breath of fresh air.
The Almond Eater
20. Kale, Apple And Brussels Sprouts Salad
- Time Commitment: 15 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, vegan, <30 minutes
Do yourself a favor and make an extra-large quantity of the homemade Dijon dressing for this salad, ‘cause you’re going to want to pour it over everything on your plate.
Feasting at Home
21. Simple Vegetarian Borscht
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, Instant Pot
This foolproof vegetarian borscht is tasty and good for you, to boot. Plus, you can make it dairy free and vegan by simply skipping the sour cream garnish.
Two Peas and Their Pod
22. Garlicky Skillet Green Beans
- Time Commitment: 15 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, gluten free
Crisp green beans get an extra kick and boatloads of flavor from red pepper flakes and copious amounts of garlic in this foolproof recipe from Coterie member Monique Volz.
The Full Helping
23. Radicchio Salad With Endives, Orange And Walnuts
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why I Love It: <30 minutes, gluten free, vegan, no cook
A two-step recipe that’s ready to serve in ten minutes? Yes, please.
Well Plated by Erin
24. Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Time Commitment: 55 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, crowd pleaser
Delightfully seasoned and exceedingly easy to make, these roasted sweet potatoes are a Passover hit that’s sure to become a part of your regular rotation, too.
The Mom 100
25. Matzo Brei
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, kid-friendly, one pan dairy free
Behold, a comforting combo of leftover matzo and soft scrambled eggs that will have even the pickiest eaters in your family asking for seconds.
Two Spoons
26. Mango Coconut Quinoa
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, gluten free, low sugar, high protein, vegan
Coconut milk, hot cayenne pepper and sweet, juicy mango join forces with quinoa and kale to make a creamy side dish with personality to spare.
The Endless Meal
27. Roasted Cherry Tomatoes With Garlic, Basil And Balsamic Glaze
- Time Commitment: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, gluten free, vegan
These impossibly sweet, slow-roasted tomatoes taste amazing with absolutely everything. Trust us.
Feed Me Phoebe
28. Masala-style Baked Eggs In Purgatory
- Time Commitment: 20 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, dairy free, <30 minutes
Coterie member Phoebe Lapine’s recipe features baked eggs (with runny yolks, of course) and sweet potato swimming in a tomato-based curry sauce…and suddenly we’re craving breakfast for dinner.
Feed Me Phoebe
29. Creamy Red Potato Salad With Radishes, Capers And Chives
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why I Love It: Crowd pleaser, gluten free, kid-friendly
Because every Passover, the no wheat rule leaves a void that only potatoes (and matzo) can fill. (Psst: If you’re worried about kitniyot, just swap the capers for green olives.)
Strength and Sunshine
30. Easy Vegan Eggplant Parmesan
- Time Commitment: 45 minutes
- Why I Love It: gluten free, vegan, dairy free
This vegan version of a Passover favorite can make an appearance even if there’s meat on the Seder table.
The Almond Eater
31. Cauliflower Quinoa Meatballs
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why I Love It: high protein, gluten free, vegan
Swap the breadcrumbs and flour for matzo meal and these delicious, protein-packed quinoa meatballs will get the Passover seal of approval.
Detoxinista
32. Cauliflower Fried Rice
- Time Commitment: 26 minutes
- Why I Love It: <30 minutes, gluten free, high protein
Although Sephardic Jews permit rice on Passover, this grain is not on the menu for Ashkenazi Jews. Fluffy, filling cauliflower rice, on the other hand, is fair game for everyone.
The Bojon Gourmet
33. Vegan Chocolate Tart With Tahini And Caramel
- Time Commitment: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Why I Love It: crowd pleaser, gluten free
Dark chocolate, caramel and coconut whipped cream…need we say more?
Detoxinista
34. Avocado Deviled Eggs
- Time Commitment: 25 minutes
- Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, crowd pleaser
Eggs are a Passover staple with symbolic significance (think: rebirth and renewal), which is why these avocado deviled eggs deserve a spot on every Seder plate.
Jessica in the Kitchen
35. Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why I Love It: crowd pleaser, vegan, make-ahead, gluten free
For when folks need a pre-Seder nosh that pairs well with (you guessed it) matzo.
