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    Home » Diet » Vegetarian

    20+ Vegetarian Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipes

    December 1, 2022 . By Meeta Arora . 2 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Looking for Vegetarian Thanksgiving meal inspiration? This collection of Vegetarian Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipes includes a variety of appetizers, sides, main dishes and desserts to choose from. Truly something to be thankful for! #thanksgivingrecipes #instantpot #instantpotrecipes #pressurecooker #pressurecookerrecipes #vegetarianrecipes | pipingpotcurry.com

    Thanksgiving is almost here. If you have vegetarian guests and are wondering what to serve them, I have some ideas for you! Here are 20+ Vegan & Vegetarian Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipe ideas that will get your guests excited for the special meal.

    20+ Vegetarian Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipes

    It can be hard to decide what to serve your vegetarian or gluten-free family or friends. Don't worry. Here is a great list to get you started with some ideas. Different ideas for appetizers, sides, soups, mains, and desserts are all made in the instant pot.

    What are you planning to make? I hope you find some inspiration here. If you make any recipe from here, don't forget to share and tag your pictures with #pipingpotcurry on your favorite social media. I would love to see and share your pictures!

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    • Side Dishes
    • Soups
    • Mains
    • Desserts
    • More Vegetarian Thanksgiving Inspiration

    Side Dishes

    Garlic & Herb Carrots

    Garlic Herb Carrots Instant Pot

    Garlic & Herb Carrots, sautéed with lots of butter, garlic and herbs make a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Green Beans with Garlic & Lemon

    Steamed green beans with garlic and lemon on a platter

    These perfectly steamed Instant Pot Green Beans have a fresh, crunchy texture, and are so easy to make! Saute with butter and garlic, drizzle on some lemon juice, and they are a perfect veggie side dish for Thanksgiving.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Bombay Potatoes

    Spicy Bombay Potatoes made in Instant Pot Pressure Cooker in a bowl topped with chopped cilantro

    Not a traditional Thanksgiving dish, but a super vegetarian friendly potato dish. This has been loved by many readers, and is sure to be a hit for all potato lovers!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Cranberry Chutney

    Cranberry Ginger Chutney in a bowl

    This Cranberry Chutney is sweet, spicy, and tangy, all at the same time. It is like a flavor burst in your mouth, with the cranberries, apples, orange juice, and spices. A perfect addition to your thanksgiving meal!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad

    Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad in a white bowl garnished with balsamic and basil

    Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad is a light and refreshing salad, made with orzo pasta, grape tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil. This easy salad is so quick to make, and a great vibrant salad to your thanksgiving table!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Couscous & Vegetable Medley

    Couscous pulao in a white plate made in instant pot pressure cooker

    A simple and delish side dish made with Isreali Couscous and lots of colorful veggies!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Mushroom Brown Rice Pilaf

    Brown Rice & Mushroom Pilaf - Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

    Easy & Delicious Brown Rice and Mushroom Pilaf, is a flavorful one-pot dish with just 5 main ingredients. It is perfect to enjoy as a side dish for your next get-together!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Curried Mashed Pumpkin

    indian curried pumpkin (mashed pethe ki subzi punjabi)

    This curried mashed pumpkin is a delicious and healthy side that can be made in less than 30 minutes in the instant pot. Vegan & gluten free! 

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Quinoa & Vegetable Pilaf

    Quinoa Vegetable Pilaf Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

    When you want a high protein side dish, quinoa with veggies is a great choice!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Here is a collection of 25+ easy instant pot side dish recipes you might enjoy!

    Soups

    Butternut Squash Soup

    3 bowls of Instant Pot Vegan Thai Butternut Squash Soup

    Creamy, flavorful, healthy and vegan, is how I describe this Curried Butternut Squash Soup.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

    Mushroom wild rice soup in a white bowl

    Hearty wild rice is combined with mushrooms, carrots, celery, and kale, then is brought together with a creamy soup base. This easy mushroom wild rice soup is the best to serve to a gathering!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Pumpkin Soup

    instant pot pumpkin soup in a white bowl

    You will love this lush creamy curried pumpkin soup. This flavorful soup prepared with coconut milk and spices, is perfect to serve with your Thanksgiving dinner!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Roasted red pepper and carrot soup

    Roasted Red Pepper Carrot Soup - Instant Pot

    This vegan and gluten free soup has deep bold flavors from roasting the red peppers and carrots. 

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Minestrone soup

    vegetable and pasta minestrone soup in a bowl

    A perfect soup with beans, loads of veggies and pasta, topped with cheese and a side of bread. It can easily be made gluten-free and vegan.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Vegan Cauliflower soup

    Turmeric Cauliflower Soup made in the instant pot in 2 serving bowls garnished with red chili flakes and parsley

    This vegan & gluten free Turmeric Cauliflower soup is so easy to make, and the result is creamy, satisfying goodness you will not want to stop eating! 

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Mains

    Fajita Pasta

    Instant Pot Fajita Pasta

    Loaded with veggies and lots of flavor, this Vegetarian Fajita Pasta is a favorite pasta dinner. Fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, colorful bell peppers, sour cream and cheese, all the goodness in this one-pot pasta.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Spinach Artichoke Lasagna

    Spinach Artichoke Lasagna in Instant Pot

    A healthy vegetarian lasagna with lots of fresh spinach, artichokes and cheese layered between noodles. Oh so good!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Spaghetti in pesto sauce

    Instant Pot Spaghetti Pesto.

    Spaghetti tossed in pesto sauce along with sun-dried tomatoes and a drizzle of lemon juice. Make this as a one-pot dish in just 20 minutes in the Instant Pot for your thanksgiving dinner.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Desserts

    Banana Bread Pudding

    bread pudding drizzled with syrup and sliced banana on the side.

    Enjoy this warm, gooey, and delicious banana bread pudding made with ripe bananas, warm cinnamon and raisins. An easy recipe perfect for breakfast, brunch or as a dessert topped with ice-cream.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Orange semolina cake

    Orange Semolina Cake in Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

    This semolina cake, so easy to make…so delicious. It is fluffy and moist with the gorgeous orange flavor. This is a egg free cake, perfect for vegetarians.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Berry Bread Pudding

    Berry Bread Pudding in a baking pan with fresh berries on the side

    This easy Berry Bread Pudding is the best dessert (or breakfast) to satisfy those sweet cravings. It is creamy, decadent and so easy to make. Perfect to serve to the family or for entertaining!

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    Coconut pumpkin Halwa

    Coconut Pumpkin Halwa served in 2 bowls topped with nuts

    A delicious pumpkin pudding made with pumpkin, sugar, ghee, coconut and nuts.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

    More Vegetarian Thanksgiving Inspiration

    Here are some more vegetarian thanksgiving recipes not made in the instant pot.

    • Healthy pumpkin oatmeal muffins - closeup
      Healthy Whole Wheat Pumpkin Oatmeal Muffins
    • Pumpkin salad with feta and walnuts served in a platter
      Pumpkin Salad (with Feta and Walnuts)
    • Healthy Vegetarian Mexican Rice & Bean Casserole is easy to make and filled with cheesy goodness, along with brown rice and lots of veggies. This is an easy gluten free & vegetarian casserole for a weeknight dinner or your next party!
      Healthy Vegetarian Mexican Casserole with Rice & Beans
    • Roasted pumpkin soup in a rusty soup bowl topped with cream and pumpkin seeds
      Roasted Pumpkin Soup
    • air fried pumpkin topped with pumpkin seeds in a white plate
      Air Fryer Pumpkin
    • Roasted cauliflower topped with green cilantro sauce
      Air Fryer Cauliflower with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

    More Vegetarian

    • Air Fryer Stuffed Eggplant / Bharwan Baingan
    • Taro Fries (Air Fryer, Oven, Stovetop)
    • Air Fryer Asparagus
    • Instant Pot Air Fryer French Fries
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    1. Jennifer says

      November 18, 2018 at 11:33 pm

      Your recipes look so delicious, Meeta! I am excited to try making it. ?

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      • Meeta Arora says

        November 21, 2018 at 9:59 am

        Thank you Jennifer. Would love to hear if you try any of the recipes 🙂

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