New Vegan Christmas Food to Try in 2024
’Tis the season to be jolly, and nothing makes us merrier than seeing vegan festive ranges in supermarkets across the UK. From vegan no-turkey crowns and party food to desserts and sandwiches, our selection of vegan Christmas goodies will put you in the festive spirit.
UK Supermarket Vegan Christmas Ranges
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Aldi
Voted Britain’s favourite supermarket, Aldi offers a sparkling vegan Christmas range this year. Choose between the new show-stopping No-Turkey Crown or Specially Selected Nut Roast as the main event, then compliment with delicious Vegan Pigs in Blankets – available in the traditional miniature size or the new ultimate footlong version in sandwich form. Finish with a vegan cheese board selection which features a flavour to suit everyone’s taste, including a smooth and creamy mature style, a fresh white cheese with plump cranberries, or a jalapeño and chilli option for those who love a spicy kick.
AsdaAsda
Cook up the perfect festive dinner with the OMV! Deliciously Vegan range from Asda. Why not start with the fish-free OMV! Smoked No Salmon and the OMV! Merrily Vegan Breaded Brie Alternative Wedges, then deliver the wow factor with the Vegan No Turkey lathered in rich vegan gravy. Bursting with flavour and texture, you can tuck into this succulent main, knowing that no one had to lose their life so that you could fill your plate. Make sure your guests leave room for dessert because the OMV! Deliciously Vegan range features some exceptional sweet treats. Munch on some Blonde Choc Giant Buttons or Salted Caramel & Honeycomb Squares in front of your favourite Christmas film.
M&S Food
Load up on culinary delights from Marks & Spencer’s Plant Kitchen range. Get the party started with some Christmas canapés, such as their delightfully moreish bite-sized No Chicken Kyivs. For the big day, opt for the No Turkey Crown, made from wheat and pea protein with luxurious chestnut, apple, and caramelised onion stuffing. For chocolate lovers, the Hand Finished Chocolate Torte is the perfect way to complete a festive meal. Combining a rich Belgian chocolate ganache with a crunchy dark chocolate cookie base, this dessert is decadent and cruelty-free.
Morrisons
Morrisons has pulled out all the stops with their offer of not one, not two, but three vegan mains to choose from as part of their Plant Revolution range. As well as the No-Turkey Joint With Stuffing, impress your party guests with the magnificent Butternut Squash, Chestnut and Cranberry Wreath. And if you’re still hungry for more, why not try the Mushroom, Spinach & Pinenut Mini Wellingtons, which pack tasty white, shiitake and oyster mushrooms inside a golden pastry lattice? For sweet-toothed guests, serve up a mug of mulled wine alongside Morrisons’ classic Free From Mince Pies. Yum!
Sainsbury’s
When it comes to vegan food that is exciting, creative, and – of course – delicious, Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference and Plant Pioneers ranges tick all our boxes. Why not try the adorable Ice Baoby Penguins or the Dinky Dim Sum Veggie Selection? As well as a No Turkey Stuffed Crown, Sainsbury’s has three new vegan mains this year. You’ll be spoilt for choice between the Roast Carrot Galette, the No Beef Wellington, and the Melt in the Middle Nut Roast with a surprise fruity centre. Still have room for pudding? Indulge your guests with the velvety Chocolate Cookie Torte, a tempting dessert combining creamy coconut and Belgian dark chocolate with a chocolate cookie crumb base. Delish!
Tesco
You know it’s almost Christmas when you start spotting delectable festive Plant Chef treats at your local Tesco, including Seasonal Seeded Roasts with Port Gravy and the flavour-packed Roasted Butternut Wellington. Keen to try something different this year? Serve tasty finger foods like No Prawn Tempuras or some Aromatic Laksa Cones. Tesco’s Plant Chef range has everything you need for a magical Christmas without harming animals.
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Waitrose
Waitrose’s vegan Christmas fare features some very tasty treats this year. For mains, choose their No.1 Ultimate Triple Nut Roast or keep it easy with their Plantliving Chestnut & Thyme Plant Based Turkey Roast, Gravy and Festive Sides. Add playful sparkle to your dinner table with the new Santa Bao Buns and Fruity Stuffing Christmas Trees, and finish with a classic panettone or the Belgian Chocolate & Hazelnut Torte for something a little more decadent. It’s safe to say no one will leave hungry with this spread on offer.
More Vegan Christmas Products
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Costa Coffee
Settle down with a hot drink and a BOSH! Winter Berry Crumble slice from Costa this winter. This delightfully sweet treat combines a crumbly shortbread base with a raspberry and blackcurrant fruit filling, topped with a cinnamon-spiced crumble and a dusting of sugar. Pair with a beverage made with your favourite vegan milk for a perfect, cosy self-care moment.
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Harvester
If you fancy skipping the washing up on Christmas day, you’ll want to check out the festive menu at this popular family restaurant. Try the oyster mushroom galette, which packs oyster, button, and porcini mushrooms into a savoury shortcrust tart. Served with fresh roasted carrots, broccoli, garden peas, and smoked paprika and tomato sauce, this dish will get your tastebuds tingling. Also offered is a spinach and mushroom pithivier with vegan Bramley apple pie for dessert. There’s even a vegan festive burger for the kids, too!
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Greggs
The Vegan Festive Bake is returning to accompany the legendary vegan sausage roll in Greggs stores this Christmas. Flaky puff pastry is generously filled with Quorn™ mycoprotein pieces, sage and onion stuffing balls, and vegan bacon, all smothered in a mouth-watering cranberry and red onion sauce. Yum!
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NOMO
Known for their deliciously creamy vegan chocolate, NOMO has several Christmas offerings this year. Along with their popular Kids Selection Box featuring six scrumptious plant-powered treats, NOMO’s Mint Sharing Box and Ultimate Sharing Box are perfect Christmas gifts for your chocolate-loving friends. Gluten-free, nut-free, and, of course, vegan, you can rely on NOMO for mouth-watering chocolatey treats that no animal has suffered for.
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Pizza Express
If you fancy a pizza-based break from vegan turkey and veggies, head to Pizza Express to try out their festive menu. Dig into their legendary dough balls to start (be sure to request the vegan garlic and parsley spread!), and devour the Vegan Giardiniera pizza, loaded with artichoke, mushrooms, and vegan cheese as your main course. But the star of the show is the vegan version of the Loaded Snowball Dough Balls, a sweet take on the classic starter that comes topped with chocolate sauce, icing sugar, and cinnamon: nom, nom, nom.
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Oddlygood
Finnish brand Oddlygood arrived in the UK in 2023 and is already taking the vegan scene by storm. The brand has recently released Dream Fraiche, a dairy-free and gluten-free creme fraiche, just in time for Christmas. Stir into creamy soups to warm up after winter walks, or mix into your homemade bread, cookies, and baked goods.
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Pret a Manger
Pret’s Very Merry Lunch sandwich will bring Christmas sparkle to your lunchtime. Immerse your tastebuds in the rich flavours of marinated chargrilled carrots and crushed sweet potato and chickpea spiced stuffing. The port and orange cranberry sauce adds the perfect amount of tartness, while the pickled cabbage and crispy onions deliver a satisfying crunch. What’s not to love?
Want More Vegan Christmas Food Options?
Whether you whip something up at home or bake a ready-made vegan Christmas roast, having a fully vegan feast is as easy as it is delicious – and we have loads of ideas to spark inspiration.
