Thanksgiving will be here before you know it, and it’s impossible to start planning for the holiday too early. This goes double for plant-based eaters who have to work around a mountain of traditional thanksgiving essentials.

Whether you’re hosting an exclusively plant-based dinner with like-minded foodies or having a classic thanksgiving with family and friends of all different diets, we’ve got you covered. This article will recommend essential Thanksgiving items to ensure that no matter what shape your celebration takes, every can feel included.

All products are available on Amazon.com, and have information on gluten-free and soy-free products as well.

Happy browsing!

1. Edward and Sons Mashed Potatoes

Source: Edward and Sons Mashed Potatoes 

Edward and Sons Mashed Potatoes  is vegan, gluten free, and kosher. $13.68.

Mitch Says: “Quick and easy to make , taste like instant mashed potatoes but is good when in a hurry without time to really cook . Like that these are organic . Organic Potatoes are important because from what I have heard Potatoes are the highest sprayed with pesticides due to the amount of pest that invade the potato plants .. So whenever possible we choose organic when it comes to potatoes .”

2. Trader Joe’s Cranberry Sauce 

Source: Trader Joe’s Cranberry Sauce

Trader Joe’s Cranberry Sauce contains 20gs of sugar. $13.99.

3. Pacific Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce Cranberries 

Source: Pacific Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce Cranberries

Pacific Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce Cranberries is USDA Organic. $57.13 for a pack of 12.

One user says: “This would be a five star product if it were a bit less sweet. Overall, though, I find it to be a quality product, which is better than any of the other cranberry sauces on the market.”

4. Field Roast Grain Meat

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Field Roast Grain Meat is made from grains with squash, apples, mushrooms and wheat gluten.

One user says: “This was pretty good although I overcooked it. Tasted like meat loaf.”

5. Amy’s Light in Sodium Butternut Squash Soup 

Source: Amy’s Light in Sodium Butternut Squash Soup

Amy’s Light in Sodium Butternut Squash Soup is low in fat and reduced sodium. $3.39.

6. Pacific Foods Organic Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Source: Pacific Foods Organic Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Pacific Foods Organic Creamy Butternut Squash Soup is gluten free. $4.99.

Kristann says: “This is a very good soup. It is tasty in the cold weather. It comes nicely packaged, It is healthy, just a bit high in price for me.”

7. Bou Gravy Cubes

Source: Bou Gravy Cubes

Bou Gravy Cubes are made from mushroom. They are non-gmo and have no artificial flavoring. $24.99.

8. Pacific Mushroom Gravy

Source: Pacific Mushroom Gravy

Pacific Mushroom Gravy is USDA Organic. $8.23.

Justin says: “It’s great to find a vegan gravy but it’s pretty thin and doesn’t really taste like gravy.”

9. Road’s End Organics Quick Gravy 

Source: Road’s End Organics Quick Gravy

Road’s End Organics Quick Gravy is made from shiitake mushrooms. It is organic, gluten free, kosher, and vegan. $20.98 for a pack of 12.

One user says: “I can’t say that I experienced a mouthful of Shitake flavor on my first taste but I was pleased nonetheless. It was easy to mix and thickened quickly. I was in the market for a lower calorie, lower fat, lower salt (?) alternative to canned and packaged gravies that I could use for weeknight menus. I love those old fashioned hearty casseroles that my mother used to make but have become “unhealthy” in my older years.”

10. 365 Everyday Value, Organic Multigrain Stuffing Mix

Source: 365 Everyday Value, Organic Multigrain Stuffing Mix

365 Everyday Value, Organic Multigrain Stuffing Mix is made from a USDA organic vegan recipe. $2.39.

11. BFree Rolls 

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BFree Rolls  are Certified gluten free (GFCO), Wheat Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Soy Free, High Fiber, Non GMO, Low Fat, High Protein, Kosher Certified and contains no added sugar. $34.67 for a bundle of three pack. 

12. R.W. Knudsen Cider & Spice

Source: R.W. Knudsen Cider & Spice

R.W. Knudsen Cider & Spice has an Amazon Fresh freshness guarantee. $3.50. 

13. OrgraN All Purpose Rice Crumbs

Source OrgraN All Purpose Rice Crumbs

OrgraN All Purpose Rice Crumbs are Wheat-free, gluten-free, and vegan. $56.15 for a pack of 8.

One user says: “This is the closest to panko crumbs. It makes a great meatloaf, too. I highly recommend this product. It’s easy to substitute for bread crumbs ( the gluten kind).”

14. CherryVale Farms Cornbread Mix 

Source: CherryVale Farms Cornbread Mix 

CherryVale Farms Cornbread Mix is non-GMO and Soy-free. $16.14.

15. The Really Great Food Company Gluten Free Cornbread Muffin Mix

Source: The Really Great Food Company Gluten Free Cornbread Muffin Mix

The Really Great Food Company Gluten Free Cornbread Muffin Mix is Certified Gluten Free mix without Dairy, Soy, Eggs, Nuts, Non-GMO – Kosher, Paleo friendly and is Certified Vegan. $6.79

Make Your Own Thanksgiving Essentials:

Of course you can create all your Thanksgiving essentials yourself! Check out these three recipes, courtesy of the Food Monster App.

Rosemary Wild Rice Stuffed Mushrooms [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Image Source: Rosemary Wild Rice Stuffed Mushrooms [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

These Rosemary Wild Rice Stuffed Mushrooms by Jamie Bevia re breathtaking to look at, delightful to eat, and will impress all your friends at the next cocktail party you host. Meaty mushroom caps are stuffed with a rosemary-infused wild rice, a subtle array of spices, finished with crispy bread crumbs, and then roasted to perfection.

Savory Mushroom Gravy

Source: Savory Mushroom Gravy

These mushrooms give a rich, meaty taste this dish. Katie Koteen‘s Savory Mushroom Gravy uses cremini mushrooms along with thyme, sage, and a little white wine to make a flavorful gravy that will be delicious on everything.

Calcium-Packed Navy Bean Biscuits and Roasted Garlic Gravy 

Source: Calcium-Packed Navy Beans Biscuits and Roasted Garlic Gravy

These Calcium-Packed Navy Beans Biscuits and Roasted Garlic Gravy by Kelly Williams are super healthy and absolutely scrumptious. Navy beans make their way into the two main components of this savory plate of biscuits and gravy, and almond milk and tempeh help increase the calcium content.

If you’re looking for more hearty vegan dishes to make, check out our Ultimate Thanksgiving Guide, 15 Hearty, Meat-Free Casserole Recipes That Will Keep You Warm and Cozy, and 15 Vegan Recipes For the True Potato Lover by downloading the Food Monster App. The app is available for both Android and iPhone and has free and paid versions. It’s loaded with thousands of allergy-friendly recipes and cooking tips, and has hundreds of search filters and features like bookmarking, meal plans and more!

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