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Vegan Easter menu

Helen Salter

Published: February 20, 2024 at 11:39 AM

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Create a vegan feast this Easter, from breakfast to dessert – we've got vegan hot cross buns, roasted cabbage steaks, pulled jackfruit sliders and vegan eton mess

Looking for an impressive vegan menu for Easter Sunday? We've got you covered with these gorgeous recipes, including vegan french toast, roast savoy cabbage with orzo, fluffy vegan scones and much more.

For more Easter recipe inspiration, see our best ever Easter recipes, Easter dinner recipes, Easter baking ideas and Easter desserts, and make sure to use up any leftovers from Easter weekend with our best Easter leftovers recipes.

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36 vegan recipes for your Easter menu

Breakfast and brunch

Start Easter Sunday right with our plant-based twist on this popular Easter bake. Discover more of our vegan breakfast recipes.

Vegan french toast

A maple-cinnamon glaze helps the toast crisp up and caramelise to make this vegan french toast. Serve with coconut yogurt and berries for a fruity breakfast treat.

Confit garlic with roasted tomatoes on toast

British tomatoes are used in this deconstructed version of 'pan con tomate', a Spanish breakfast staple. Make it for a healthy start to Easter festivities.

Miso chickpeas and avocado on toast

Avocado on toast is livened up with sesame seeds and spring onions for a hearty brunch. It's also a great way to use storecupboard staples, such as chickpeas and miso paste.

Banana malt loaf

Treat yourself on Easter weekend to this moist vegan loaf, starring tea-infused dried fruit and malt extract. The malt adds an extra-nutty, caramel-like taste to this moreish treat.

Vegan tofu scramble

For a vegan alternative to eggs, try our tofu scramble packed with smoked tofu, punchy chilli and pan-fried courgette.

Sunday lunch, dinner & sides

Vegan wellington

Level up your kitchen skills and impress your vegan friends with our alternative vegan centrepiece, packed with roasted red peppers, cooked beetroot and kale. Plus, we've made a vegan stuffing and glazed the pastry in Marmite to take this wellington to the next level.

Our whole roast cauliflower is a healthier vegan main, so you can enjoy it alongside a variety of vegan side dishes.

Roasted cabbage steaks with hazelnut dressing

Put red cabbage to good use with these roasted steaks – the mint and chilli add a zingy flavour if you're after a lighter main or sharing side dish.

Green bean salad with mustardy dressing

Char your green beans on a griddle pan and mix with a mustardy dressing to make this fresh, crunchy side.

Aubergine stuffed with pisto

Stuff aubergine with tomatoes and fragrant spices, then top with a crunchy sourdough mixture for an original vegan main.

Vegan mushroom ragu

Serve this large ragu platter for a hearty vegan main – it's packed with umami flavours and 'meaty' textures. You may make more ragu than you need, but it freezes well in portions.

Vegan butternut squash pie

Treat your vegan friends to this homemade spiced butternut pie made with vegan pie crust. It's also great the next day – leftovers are good for lunch with a dollop of mango chutney or extra harissa swirled into some coconut yogurt.

Vegan risotto

This wonderfully green risotto sings with fresh spring flavours – it's sprinkled with a little nutritional yeast in place of parmesan.

Sunblush tomato and olive vegan paella

Packed with Mediterranean flavours, this plant-based paella will impress vegans and meat-eaters alike.

Tofu piccata

Replace chicken with sautéed tofu in this clever vegan twist on the classic dish, served with a white wine sauce and long-stemmed broccoli. This recipe is perfect for a simple family dinner to enjoy after Easter weekend.

Roast savoy cabbage with orzo

Roast savoy cabbages are a fun and original vegan alternative to a classic roast. Choose harissa for a spicy kick or tomato pesto for a more rounded, umami flavour.

Vegetable crisps with curry salt

Use up all your vegetable peelings to make these epic vegan crisps, flavoured with a simple curry spice. A great nibble to serve with a round of drinks.

Pulled BBQ jackfruit sliders with mustard slaw

Pulled jackfruit is perfect for soaking up the lip-smacking vegan BBQ sauce – it's spicy, smoky and slightly sharp, with a deep, dark sweetness.

Warm hummus with pine nuts, raisins and olives

Homemade hummus is levelled up with a sprinkling of jewel-like pine nuts, raisins and olives.

Grilled vegetable antipasti

Kick off your Easter meal with a plate of grilled veg. Serve with fresh focaccia and olives as part of a colourful vegan spread.

Purple sprouting broccoli tempura

Leafy greens taste undeniably good in a crispy tempura batter, especially when dipped into a punchy ponzu sauce. Recreate for an impressive vegan Easter starter.

Coconut and peanut aubergine curry

This creamy coconut and peanut aubergine curry is vegan, under 300 calories and ready in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect comforting meal for Easter Sunday lunch.

Desserts & baking

Vegan scones

Recreate these soft, fluffy vegan scones as part of an Easter afternoon tea. Serve with a plant-based spread or coconut whipping cream and jam, if you like.

Discover more vegan baking ideas here.

Vegan eton mess

Aquafaba helps make glossy, chewy meringues in this vegan twist on eton mess. Pair it with coconut yogurt and fresh berries.

We have more delicious vegan desserts for you to choose from.

Vegan lemon drizzle cake

You can still achieve a delicate, zingy vegan lemon cake without eggs, milk or butter. The key to that lemony tang is a good-quality lemon extract.

Vegan chocolate cheesecake

Silken tofu gives this vegan cheesecake its smooth and creamy texture. Use a good-quality dark chocolate for the filling and Oreos (yes, they're vegan!) for the base.

Vegan brownies

Bake a batch of these indulgent dark choc brownies and serve them with coffee for a sophisticated finish.

Classic vegan carrot cake

Friends and family will be hard-pressed to believe this carrot cake is vegan, featuring a surprising vegan ingredient that guarantees a moist sponge every time.

Vegan chocolate cupcakes

These chocolatey vegan morsels will disappear in minutes, thanks to the rich chocolate frosting.

Vegan chocolate cake

Decent espresso powder is the key to this luxurious vegan chocolate sponge, sandwiched with butter-free chocolate 'buttercream'.

Vegan chocolate mousse

Silken tofu is the secret ingredient in this smooth and creamy mousse. It's just as indulgent as the classic version, so everyone at the table will love it, vegan or not!

Rhubarb compote

Make a batch of rhubarb compote to pair with your dessert – it's flavoured with zesty orange and aromatic cardamom. It's also great dolloped on porridge and pancakes.

Vegan lemon meringue pie

A few swaps turns classic lemon meringue pie into a sunny vegan pud, so everyone at the table can enjoy.

Vegan banana ice cream

Pair a vegan dessert with our no-churn banana ice cream for the ultimate sweet ending to your Easter feast. Once you’re confident with the process, try experimenting with different flavours.

Vegan cinnamon rolls

Cinnamon rolls get a vegan makeover with tahini, cardamom and dates providing a creamy twist. Best served with a hot cup of coffee.

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Helen Salter

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