Passover, the Jewish holiday that spans eight days and kicks off with a fabulous feast known as the Seder, is just around the corner—April 15, 2022, to be precise—which means it’s time to start meal planning. Fortunately, our roundup of the tastiest vegetarian Passover recipes, which features everything from […]
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Passover, the Jewish holiday that spans eight days and kicks off with a fabulous feast known as the Seder, is just around the corner—April 15, 2022, to be precise—which means it’s time to start meal planning. Fortunately, our roundup of the tastiest vegetarian Passover recipes, which features everything from classic potato latkes to thai-inspired soups, will make the job of dining well while keeping kosher considerably easier.
- Time Commitment: 51 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, no cook, gluten free
This sweet spread of honey, apples and cinnamon is a Passover staple that pairs perfectly with meat and matzoh alike.
- Time Commitment: 25 minutes
- Why We Love It: no cook, gluten free, one bowl, <30 minutes
Coterie member Katie Workman gives bitter greens a serious upgrade with this swoon-worthy, citrus drenched salad.
- Time Commitment: 20 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, gluten free, kid-friendly, crowd pleaser
This Hanukkah favorite makes a delicious addition to the Seder table. That said, to keep it kosher for Passover, you best swap the two tablespoons of flour with an equal amount of matzo meal. (How’s that for a holiday workaround?)
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, vegan, low sugar
Silky-smooth and spiked with warming spices, this Thai-inspired soup is perfect for anyone who wants to stray from the traditional Jewish menu while still keeping kosher.
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: dairy free, vegan, crowd pleaser
You might think a vegan blintz (i.e., cheese-stuffed crepe) sounds slightly ridiculous, but one taste of these tofu-filled turnovers will have you singing a different tune.
- Time Commitment: 35 minutes
- Why We Love It: dairy free, gluten free, crowd pleaser, vegan
This simple mash relies on dairy alternatives to ensure everyone at the Seder can fill up with some classic comfort food.
- Time Commitment: 20 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, vegan, <30 minutes
Stuffed baby eggplants that are seasoned to perfection and score points for presentation, too.
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, crowd pleaser, kid-friendly, vegan
Prediction: No one at the Seder table will, er, pass over these chewy, chocolatey and flour-free macaroons.
- Time Commitment: 55 minutes
- Why We Love It: vegan, gluten free, <10 ingredients
Attention plant-based eaters: These earthy and meaty beets, courtesy of Coterie member Heidi Larsen, are an ideal substitute for lamb shank on your Seder plate.
- Time Commitment: 1 hour, 30 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, crowd pleaser, kid-friendly
Instant potato flakes take the place of matzo meal in this vegetarian and gluten-free twist on the classic Jewish comfort food.
- Time Commitment: 55 minutes
- Why We Love It: Crowd pleaser, dairy free, gluten free
Cumin- and paprika-coated cauliflower florets mingle with tart pomegranate seeds and slices of Granny Smith, and the end result is a salad that’s anything but snoozy.
- Time Commitment: 45 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, one pan, vegan, gluten free
This recipe for flavorful, whole roasted carrots saves prep time whilst ensuring no guest has to suffer sad, mushy carrots on their Seder plate.
- Time Commitment: 25 minutes
- Why We Love It: <30 minutes, vegan, gluten free, crowd pleaser
Drench your vegan mashed potatoes with this mushroom gravy for a mouthful of umami flavor that’ll make you forget all about meat.
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, no cook, crowd pleaser
Jews who are avoiding kitniyot (legumes) will have to take a hard pass on this appetizer, but this quick and flavorful hummus will be an instant hit with those who permit seeds and chickpeas at Passover.
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, crowd pleaser, <10 ingredients
Garlicky, cheesy slabs of cauliflower baked until crisp-tender and beautifully golden…what’s not to love?
- Time Commitment: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, vegan, no bake, crowd pleaser
Hazelnuts are the secret ingredient that gives this dairy free and oh-so decadent chocolate cheesecake its addictive crunch.
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, no cook, vegan
Grab some juicy Roma tomatoes, cucumbers and fresh herbs for a deliciously refreshing Israeli salad that’s a cinch to make and ready to serve in the blink of an eye.
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why We Love It: vegan, gluten free, Mediterranean-diet friendly
Balance warm Moroccan spices with the bright flavor of fresh herbs in this eye-catching carrot salad. The end result is a side dish that deserves to be in the spotlight.
- Time Commitment: 2 hours
- Why We Love It: gluten free, vegan, crowd pleaser
This lighter and decidedly less sweet update on the traditional Passover casserole is like a breath of fresh air.
- Time Commitment: 15 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, vegan, <30 minutes
Do yourself a favor and make an extra-large quantity of the homemade Dijon dressing for this salad, ‘cause you’re going to want to pour it over everything on your plate.
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, Instant Pot
This foolproof vegetarian borscht is tasty and good for you, to boot. Plus, you can make it dairy free and vegan by simply skipping the sour cream garnish.
- Time Commitment: 15 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, gluten free
Crisp green beans get an extra kick and boatloads of flavor from red pepper flakes and copious amounts of garlic in this foolproof recipe from Coterie member Monique Volz.
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why We Love It: <30 minutes, gluten free, vegan, no cook
A two-step recipe that’s ready to serve in ten minutes? Yes, please.
- Time Commitment: 55 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, crowd pleaser
Delightfully seasoned and exceedingly easy to make, these roasted sweet potatoes are a Passover hit that’s sure to become a part of your regular rotation, too.
- Time Commitment: 10 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, kid-friendly, one pan dairy free
Behold, a comforting combo of leftover matzo and soft scrambled eggs that will have even the pickiest eaters in your family asking for seconds.
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, gluten free, low sugar, high protein, vegan
Coconut milk, hot cayenne pepper and sweet, juicy mango join forces with quinoa and kale to make a creamy side dish with personality to spare.
- Time Commitment: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, gluten free, vegan
These impossibly sweet, slow-roasted tomatoes taste amazing with absolutely everything. Trust us.
- Time Commitment: 20 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, dairy free, <30 minutes
Coterie member Phoebe Lapine’s recipe features baked eggs (with runny yolks, of course) and sweet potato swimming in a tomato-based curry sauce…and suddenly we’re craving breakfast for dinner.
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why We Love It: Crowd pleaser, gluten free, kid-friendly
Because every Passover, the no wheat rule leaves a void that only potatoes (and matzo) can fill. (Psst: If you’re worried about kitniyot, just swap the capers for green olives.)
- Time Commitment: 45 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, vegan, dairy free
This vegan version of a Passover favorite can make an appearance even if there’s meat on the Seder table.
- Time Commitment: 30 minutes
- Why We Love It: high protein, gluten free, vegan
Swap the breadcrumbs and flour for matzo meal and these delicious, protein-packed quinoa meatballs will get the Passover seal of approval.
- Time Commitment: 26 minutes
- Why We Love It: <30 minutes, gluten free, high protein
Although Sephardic Jews permit rice on Passover, this grain is not on the menu for Ashkenazi Jews. Fluffy, filling cauliflower rice, on the other hand, is fair game for everyone.
- Time Commitment: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd pleaser, gluten free
Dark chocolate, caramel and coconut whipped cream…need we say more?
- Time Commitment: 25 minutes
- Why We Love It: <10 ingredients, <30 minutes, crowd pleaser
Eggs are a Passover staple with symbolic significance (think: rebirth and renewal), which is why these avocado deviled eggs deserve a spot on every Seder plate.
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd pleaser, vegan, make-ahead, gluten free
For when folks need a pre-Seder nosh that pairs well with (you guessed it) matzo.
