The best veggie Christmas recipes

Skipping the turkey doesn’t mean you have to miss out on a showstopping Christmas dinner this year. We’ve got you covered with everything you need on the big day, from indulgent breakfast ideas to meat-free mains. Plus, find plenty of party food, starters and sides to accompany your festive feast.
The best veggie Christmas recipes
The best veggie Christmas recipes
Marks & Spencer
Whatever you fancy cooking, we've got a recipe to inspire you. From speedy midweek meals to budget-friendly family dinners and weekend treats, let us help you cook and eat better, every day.
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Marks & Spencer
Whatever you fancy cooking, we've got a recipe to inspire you. From speedy midweek meals to budget-friendly family dinners and weekend treats, let us help you cook and eat better, every day.

Breakfast

Black Forest caramelised crumpets

Marks & Spencer

Kick off the big day with a special breakfast to celebrate the season. Dunk our Ultimate Five Grain Crumpets in a rich caramel sauce and bake until beautifully golden brown. Top with a generous spoonful of creme fraiche, juicy black cherries and a sprinkle of dark chocolate flakes.

Giant mince pie pancake with clotted cream

Marks & Spencer

Catering for a large crowd on Christmas morning is made easy with this giant pancake. Combine a simple batter with brandy-soaked mixed fruit then finish it off in the oven –no flipping required. Complete with a drizzle of maple syrup and a scoop of our rich Cornish Clotted Cream.

Party food and starters

Whipped goat’s cheese and fig chicory boats

Marks & Spencer

These elegant chicory boats are fantastic to snack on throughout the day or to pair with a glass of fizz. Combine tangy soft goat’s cheese with Greek yogurt and a dash of our Rosemary Anglesey Sea Salt Flakes. Spoon onto chicory leaves and top with our Collection Organic Zambian Honey with Walnuts.

Celeriac and mushroom soup with truffle hazelnut pesto

Marks & Spencer

Tuck into a bowl of this comforting, wintery soup to start your Christmas dinner. Combine hearty veg including celeriac, leeks and potatoes with punchy flavour boosters like our Coarse Roasted Mushroom Pâté, White Wine, Garlic & Herb Flavour Pots and Truffle Pesto. A scattering of chopped hazelnuts adds some crunchy texture.

Puff pastry canapé pies with brie and cranberries

Ocado

Make a batch of these canapes for a simple but flavoursome Christmas snack. Light puff pastry is filled with creamy Somerset brie and sweet cranberry sauce, and fresh rosemary. Create a golden brown glaze with a wash of lightly beaten egg and a sprinkling of nigella seeds.

Mains

Herby root vegetable crumble

Marks & Spencer

Try a new spin on traditional crumble with a savoury version for your Christmas dinner. Chunks of festive veg like carrots, parsnips and swede, are coated in our handy Classic Bechamel Everything Sauce to cut down on the extra legwork. Use our Italian Hard Cheese to make a veggie-friendly crunchy topping.

Cheesy Brussels sprout gnocchi pie

Marks & Spencer

It’s not Christmas without some festive sprouts and this gnocchi pie is a great way to incorporate this vital veg. Mix your sprouts with pillowy potato gnocchi in a melty cheese sauce. Crush up our All Butter Cornish Cruncher Biscuits for a crunchy, cheesy topping.

Caramelised celeriac, mushroom, onion and blue cheese tart

Marks & Spencer

This luxe Christmas tart is simple to assemble on the big day thanks to our easy ingredients like ready-made puff pastry and pre-chopped onions. Pair sweet, caramelised celeriac with heady mature blue stilton for an intense contrast.

Sides

Za’atar Brussels sprouts with garlic yogurt, pomegranate and dukkah

Marks & Spencer

Infuse your veg with Middle Eastern-inspired flavours with the help of aromatic za’atar seasoning. The crispy roasted sprouts are served on a base of cooling labneh and topped with tart pomegranate seeds.

Roast potato recipe

Tom Kerridge

A staple of Christmas dinner, take your traditional roasties up a notch with this game-changing recipe from top chef Tom Kerridge. Use Maris Piper potatoes for a result that’s fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Add fragrant rosemary and a whole bulb of roasted garlic for tons of flavour.