It’s that time of year: Easter is just around the corner and with it comes all the joy of the most delicious offers of spring. Carrot cake is back, asparagus and arugula are making their seasonal return, and outdoor dining is officially in full swing. And while planning a Easter menu may seem a little overwhelming, these vegan Easter recipes make it easy to make a festive spread that’s fresh and full of flavor.
Whether you’re going completely plant-based or just looking to add more veggies to your holiday table, these vegan Easter recipes are truly remarkable. They bring as much beauty and joy to the celebration as Easter itself, proving that a produce-centered meal can still feel special, bountiful, and totally satisfying.
20 Vegan Easter Recipes to Brighten Up Your Table
Traditions vary, but my family usually gets together for Easter mid-afternoon. This gives the morning a slower, more relaxed pace and leaves just enough time between lunch and dinner to “rest your eyes,” as my father would say. There’s no rush to throw a full brunch, and you can work your way through the afternoon and well into the evening. It truly is the best of both worlds! That said, more power to brunchers: there’s nothing like a beautiful spring table in the early afternoon to brighten the day and spark a little more joy.
And here’s the best part: every recipe on this list works wonderfully, no matter how you celebrate. From vegan Easter brunch ideas and seasonal side dishes to crowd-pleasing main courses, cocktails, and desserts, these vegan Easter recipes make it easy to create a menu everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting an all-plant-based gathering or just adding a few fresh spring dishes to the table, these recipes are festive, flavorful, and perfect for celebrating the season.
Roasted Carrot and Red Pepper Hummus Flatbread
For a heartier plant-based offering, this vegan flatbread is delicious (and simple to make!). If you prepare the hummus in advance, all you have to do is reheat your pita, slather it with copious amounts of hummus, and top with your favorite vegetables.
Classic Easy Bruschetta
As a recent fan of tomatoes (I used to hate them, sorry), I prefer bruschetta as an appetizer. This classic bruschetta is, well, classic. All it takes are fresh tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar to bring those bruschetta dreams to life. Oh, and toasted sourdough to house those gorgeous toppings. This is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that you definitely can’t go wrong with!
Vegan pesto
I like to call this one “anytime pesto” because it takes about ten minutes to go from blender to bowl and improves just about anything you pair it with. You can use it to top bruschetta, accompany it with raw vegetables or as a “sauce” option with your Easter spread. However you choose to have it, be sure to top this pesto with plenty of toasted pine nuts and fresh basil.
Rainbow beet salad
We love this recipe for the way it celebrates the season at one of spring’s most joyful gatherings. The colors are particularly festive and the fresh ingredients contrast nicely with the heavier holiday dishes. It’s simple, stunning and made to be shared.
Detox salad with cashew and tamari vinaigrette
This is exactly the kind of Easter side dish we want to serve: seasonal, nourishing and effortlessly beautiful. The blend of greens, crunchy veggies, and creamy cashew-tamari dressing makes every bite special. Plus, these edible flowers make a particularly festive feel for a spring gathering.
5-Ingredient Citrus Salad
I will never stop raving about this easier-than-pie citrus salad. All you have to do is peel and slice a blend of citrus fruits, top with sliced red onions and marcona almonds, and finish with olive oil, salt, and pepper. That’s it! It’s a whole much greater than the sum of its parts, and it makes a stunning centerpiece for any table.
Pea salad with mint and microgreens
Whether you’re Team Pea or Team Anti-Pea, you can’t help but admire this beautiful green side dish. It’s full of spring vegetables like peas (duh), spinach, and snow peas. Plus, it gives such a spring vibe, right?
Einkorn Salad with Charred Squash
In this salad, einkorn berries straight from their shells are harnessed as a textured garnish that complements each beautiful element at play. You’ll cook kabocha squash whole until tender, then layer it with radishes, mustard seeds, pine nuts, herbs, and, of course, einkorn. Consider this your new favorite spring salad, unlocked.
The Best Simple Green Salad
This simple green salad with nuts and fresh herbs is the perfect companion to all the other vegan Easter recipes you have on your table. It’s simple enough to complement main dishes without overpowering the flavors. Any professional advice? Shake that vinegar Leave it the day before so you can sprinkle it over the lettuce just before serving.
Charlie Bird Farro Salad
Arugula, cherry tomatoes, pistachios, farro, radishes, mint and more (yes, more) come together to create this dish stunning salad prepared and ready to elevate your Easter table. It strikes the perfect balance between the heartiness of the farro and the freshness of the vegetables, with herbs and crunchy pistachios sealing the deal on flavor and texture.
Green Goddess Pasta Salad
This pasta salad is a lean, green, not-so-nasty staple for all pasta salad lovers. The green content is off the charts, so you can pack a lot of veggies in a different format than your typical salad. It celebrates the art of ichokes, avocado, peas, cucumbers and a whole host of fresh herbs to tie it all together.
Vegan Butternut Squash Soup
If your Easter table needed something a little cozy, here is the recipe to make. It provides rich flavor and a velvety texture, but is still light enough for a spring gathering. Topped with pumpkin seeds, cilantro and a drizzle of coconut milk, it’s as pretty as it is satisfying.
Roasted mushrooms with thyme and smoked salt
In case you missed it, mushrooms are the new superfood. And in this recipe, they are also superstars. You’ll bring the little gems to the pan with olive oil, garlic, and thyme and saute them until they’re caramelized and golden brown. Next, add a splash of ghee, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. You can serve them with a vegan main course or eat them as is, either way it’s beautiful.
Crispy Salt and Vinegar Potatoes
It is no exaggeration to say that these are the best potatoes I have ever eaten. As an avid fan of sea salt and vinegar chips, I immediately wanted to try this OG potato version. And they did not disappoint. Not only are they easy to make, but the recipe only calls for four ingredients that I almost always have on hand. Run, don’t walk to make them, you won’t regret it.
Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Yes, vegan mashed potatoes are possible and delicious! Here you get all the buttery, potato-y goodness of traditional mashed potatoes without the real butter. That’s right, this mashed potato lets the tuber itself shine with plenty of flavor and texture mixed with the olive oil. They are silky smooth and just taste indulgent. You get a healthier spin without sacrificing taste. Totally win-win.
Salty Dog Cocktail
Grapefruit, vodka and agave combine to create a vibrant cocktail, perfect for spring. Easy to mix and refreshing thanks to the tangy grapefruit. The best part? You can mix it with anything except sparkling water, which you can add to each glass just before serving.
Elderberry spring cocktail
Vodka, St. Germain, Meyer lemon juice, and sparkling water are all you need to make this stunning spring drink. It’s festive with these beautiful floral icicles, so I encourage you to try them. Delicate chamomile flowers make the cutest cubes, but feel free to experiment! Lavender, forget-me-nots, thyme: the possibilities are endless.
Gluten-Free and Vegan Carrot Cake Cupcakes
Carrot cake, but in miniature form, to take away. On top of that, this recipe is a clean classic that you can return to again and again. With oat milk, maple syrup, walnuts and grated carrots, this cupcake is perfect in every way.
Vegan and Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcakes
This gluten-free vegan strawberry shortcake is a true spring classic, reinvented with a lighter, plant-based twist that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. With crisp, golden cookies that stay soft inside and just sweet enough to let the juicy strawberries shine, it’s the kind of dessert that’s both nostalgic and fresh.
Banana Cashew Baked Oatmeal
You know all about refrigerated overnight oats, but let me introduce you to a warm oatmeal recipe that you can make for your gathering. This oatmeal combines banana, peanut butter, cashews, and cinnamon, along with ground oats and flaxseed to increase the health benefits. You can prepare it entirely in advance, then either cook it immediately and reheat it the next day, or refrigerate it and wait to enjoy it right out of the oven. You can’t go wrong either.
This article was last updated on March 31, 2026 to include new information.
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