23 Best Vegan Passover Recipes To Try in 2026
Planning a Seder menu with vegan Passover recipes can be tricky, especially with varying dietary restrictions and traditions across different Jewish communities.
The holiday of Passover celebrates the emancipation of the Hebrews from Egyptian slavery, as further explained by Chabad.org, and sees chametz (or leaven) avoided in food.
While adding veganism into the mix when cooking for this holiday may seem daunting, creating a satisfying and rule-abiding vegan Passover meal is possible. If you're looking for some inspiration, this guide to the best vegan Passover dishes, including sweet and savory options, is here to help!
Let’s explore how to transform a traditional feast into an entirely plant-based celebration by jumping into our collection of the best vegan Passover recipes.
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The 23 Best Vegan Passover Food Ideas
1. Vegan Matzo Ball Soup
Matzo ball soup is a Passover staple, with the matzo representing unleavened bread that the Jews ate while fleeing Egypt. Fortunately, a vegan Passover meal doesn't have to omit it, as there are plant-based versions of this traditional dish.
The vegan version replaces chicken and eggs using chickpea flour and aquafaba (the water left over from boiling chickpeas), which come together to create light, flavorful matzo balls.
Packed with vegetables, it's a comforting and satisfying start to any vegan Passover menu.
2. Apple Walnut Charoset
No list of vegan Passover recipes would be complete without a charoset recipe. This is a traditional dish that is served as a side and as a dip.
It contains apples and walnuts, alongside raisins, dates and dried cherries, as well as cinnamon and sweet wine.
Dates and dried fruits give it a sweet taste, making it a big hit with the kids. You can also use different types of apples for variations in color and taste.
3. Air Fryer Potato Wedges
While some Ashkenazi rabbis once debated classifying potatoes as kitniyot, the vegetable has remained a Passover staple thanks to its versatility and filling nature. As an alternative to the usual mashed potatoes, crispy air fryer potato wedges are an effortless and delicious addition to your vegan Passover recipe collection.
The added appeal of these potato wedges being made easily in the air fryer is that it leaves you with more time for other things on your to-do list. Just remember to soak the wedges in ice water before cooking to ensure maximum crispiness.
Serve these crunchy potatoes as a snack with a vegan dip (which also makes a great finger food idea for events) or as a side to your meatless Passover mains. No matter how you eat these wedges, they offer a simple yet satisfying way to elevate other vegan Passover recipes.
Recipe Steps: 4
Total Recipe Time: 55 minutes (most of which is cooking time)
4. Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
Sweet and savory hasselback sweet potatoes are a delicious vegan Passover recipe to try that pairs with a range of other dishes. In this vegan Passover recipe, the sweet potatoes are sliced (but not separated) and then baked until crispy on the outside and soft inside.
This vegan and vegetarian Passover recipe can be used to make either a sweeter or a more savory dish, depending on what types of extra ingredients you go for. Either way, hasselback sweet potatoes make a delicious side that will complement any Seder celebration.
Recipe Steps: 10
Total Recipe Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (most of which is baking time)
5. Vegan Mashed Potatoes
Another tasty, potato-based option, this vegan Passover recipe requires just a handful of ingredients to create a creamy, flavorful side dish. When making vegan mashed potatoes, you'll use plant-based butter to achieve the same rich texture as their non-vegan counterparts.
A hint of garlic adds aroma and depth without overpowering the dish. Quick and easy to prepare, this vegan Passover dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect and convenient addition to any Seder table.
Recipe Steps: 7
Total Recipe Time: 25 minutes
6. Quinoa Salad
Quinoa is a gluten-free staple and is also a useful ingredient to turn to during Passover, when stricter rules regarding legumes and grains are applied. Incorporating quinoa into your roster of vegan Passover recipes is an excellent way to increase nutrition and satisfaction, especially since, technically, quinoa is a seed rather than a grain.
Quinoa is protein-rich, packed with a good amount of fiber and can be customized to suit various dishes. A quinoa salad with feta and roasted seasonal vegetables such as onions, bell peppers and zucchini is one perfect option which can be served cold or at room temperature.
Toss with a simple lemon and olive oil dressing, and you will have a vegan Passover recipe that is both creative and wholesome.
Recipe Steps: 5
Total Recipe Time: 35 minutes
7. Candied Carrots
This vegan Passover recipe is a fantastic choice if you're looking for a versatile side dish. With their natural sweetness, which is enhanced by a honey-brown sugar glaze, candied carrots provide a delicious contrast to savory dishes.
Glazed carrots notably add depth and balance to the Seder table without the need for beans or grains. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, they’re a perfect addition to any vegan Passover meal.
Recipe Steps: 5
Total Recipe Time: 25 minutes
8. Vegan Curry
This vegan Passover recipe offers a flavorful and colorful twist on traditional dishes. A vibrant, creamy curry made with potatoes, butternut squash, coconut milk and spices, vegan curry pairs beautifully with rice or quinoa.
Ensure these grains align with your vegan Passover food guidelines; otherwise, enjoy the curry on its own for a satisfying, spice-infused vegan Passover meal.
Recipe Steps: 7
Total Recipe Time: 50 minutes
9. Coconut Curry Chickpeas
There has been some debate about adding chickpeas to the Passover table. While chickpeas are a popular and nutritious ingredient in many dishes, some Passover observers avoid them.
If you're among those who forgo chickpeas during Passover, try using diced potatoes or carrots in your coconut curry chickpea recipe for a similarly satisfying and flavorful result.
Whether you use chickpeas or something else, this vegan Passover dish's balance of spice and creaminess makes it a standout choice for those looking to enjoy bold flavors. Serve it over cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice or naan for a Passover-friendly meal.
Recipe Steps: 8
Total Recipe Time: 40 minutes
10. Japanese Cucumber Salad
Of the many vegan Passover recipes available, Japanese cucumber salad is easily one of the most versatile and crowd-pleasing dishes. This refreshing plant-based recipe is quick and easy to make. The simplicity helps ensure the dish avoids chametz and, if needed, kitniyot.
Recipe Steps: 8
Total Recipe Time: 5 minutes
11. Green Goddess Dip
This easy vegan Passover recipe comes together in just 10 minutes! Serving Green Goddess dip adds a vibrant, healthy touch to your meal, whether it's drizzled over vegetables or served as a dip.
Its creamy texture and fresh flavor make it a perfect pairing for a vegetable salad as well — especially for avocado lovers.
Recipe Steps: 3
Total Recipe Time: 10 minutes
12. BBQ Jackfruit
If you're searching for unique vegan Passover recipes, BBQ jackfruit ribs tick all the boxes. With just a few ingredient swaps, they become kosher for Passover. The recipe calls for using high-gluten flour, but you can swap it for matzo meal or potato starch.
Tender and packed with flavor, juicy jackfruit perfectly mimics the traditional barbecue meat in texture and taste. Jackfruit is also fiber-rich and cholesterol-free, making this Passover veggie dish a healthy plant-based alternative to a meaty main course.
Serve the “ribs” with a salad and a side of potatoes or roasted vegetables for a wholly unexpected yet highly satisfying vegan Passover food.
Recipe Steps: 12
Total Recipe Time: 45 minutes
13. Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
A shepherd’s pie is always a crowd favorite at the Passover table, and thanks to this vegan shepherd’s pie, you can now enjoy a lighter, nutrient-rich alternative.
While traditionally, ingredients like peas, beans and chickpeas were restricted due to kitniyot customs, many communities now embrace them, expanding plant-based possibilities for vegan Passover recipes.
However, if you do observe kitniyot, you can still enjoy a delicious shepherd's pie with a few simple swaps. Instead of lentils or beans in the filling, try using chopped mushrooms or diced sweet potatoes for a wholesome, meatless passover recipe that the whole family will enjoy.
Baked until golden and bubbling, this is the perfect vegan Passover recipe for a cozy holiday meal!
Recipe Steps: 15
Total Recipe Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
14. Pumpkin Curry Soup
This pumpkin curry soup is a hearty, Indian-inspired dish that, with a few simple substitutions, transforms into a flavorful vegan Passover recipe. Swap ghee for vegan butter and heavy cream for coconut cream; it's that simple!
You can even create your own kosher curry spice mix for this rich, satisfying dish. The spice levels can also be easily customized to suit your taste, making it a vegan Passover dish that you'll want to enjoy year-round.
Recipe Steps: 6
Total Recipe Time: 25 minutes
15. Cauliflower Steak
A delicious, plant-based alternative to traditional mains, grilled cauliflower steaks deliver a bold taste and a satisfying bite.
Inspired by classic fried cauliflower from Israel, this vegan Passover recipe features a chermoula sauce that adds depth and chopped herbs that bring freshness.
Cauliflower steaks appeal to vegans and non-vegetarians alike and make a stunning focal point of the Passover table.
Recipe Steps: 9
Total Recipe Time: 25 minutes
16. Instant Pot Beets
A quick and effortless vegan Passover recipe, Instant Pot beets are ready in under 30 minutes, making them a convenient alternative to oven roasting. These tender, flavorful beets can be served as an entrée or a side.
Versatile and healthy, a Passover side dish of beets adds vibrant color to the table without significantly impacting your calorie count.
Recipe Steps: 6
Total Recipe Time: 27 minutes
17. Vegan Fried “Chicken”
Add this juicy and crunchy vegan fried “chicken” to your vegan Passover recipe lineup, and your guests will keep coming back for more. The trick to transforming humble tofu into meaty bites of goodness lies in freezing and thawing tofu chunks. This process results in a texture similar to that of chicken.
Once tossed in flour and fried until golden, the tofu becomes a delicious plant-based alternative to traditional fried chicken and a standout among dinner food ideas for Passover.
Do note that you will need to make some substitutions in this recipe to make it kosher for Passover. These include swapping all-purpose flour for matzo meal and using potato or tapioca starch instead of cornstarch. Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a fulfilling meal.
Recipe Steps: 9
Total Recipe Time: 25 minutes
18. Vegan Eggplant Parmesan
This is another surefire winner on this list of vegan Passover recipes that will have everyone returning for seconds. This vegan eggplant Parmesan is the baked reinterpretation of the classic dish and can be made quickly with vegan cheese and slices of eggplant.
Just be sure to swap the chametz panko breadcrumbs for matzo meal, and this meatless Passover recipe will result in a fantastic and filling main.
Recipe Steps: 9
Total Recipe Time: 55 minutes
19. Vegan Chocolate Pudding
Having covered our favorite savory vegan recipes for Passover, let's get down to dessert! Luckily for those with a sweet tooth, the range of vegan Passover recipes to add to your dessert table can be as fulfilling and delicious as traditional ones.
Take this vegan chocolate pudding, for example. Inspired by the Filipino dessert tibok-tibok, it is a silky smooth chocolate dessert that hits the spot.
If you're looking for a kosher cornstarch substitute to make this vegan Passover dessert, try potato starch or tapioca starch. Even with substitutions, the texture is creamy and wonderfully indulgent, enhanced with vanilla and vegan butter.
Serve chilled and top with toasted coconut or fresh mint for an ideal ending to a lavish vegan feast.
Recipe Steps: 6
Total Recipe Time: 22 minutes
20. Vegan Coconut Macaroons
The crowd favorite when looking at Passover desserts is almost always macaroons! As vegan Passover recipes go, homemade coconut macaroons are a must-have on every festive table.
Macaroons can be made vegan with a few ingredient tweaks, and unlike complicated cakes, these sweet, chewy treats are the perfect light ending to a filling Passover meal.
Serving them alongside strawberries or dates keeps dessert simple, delicious and mess-free, avoiding extra dishwashing after a long Seder.
21. Vegan Carrot Cake
Carrots are a mainstay in a vegan diet, but an even more enjoyable way to get your fill of this wonderful, healthy vegetable is to use it in a (not-so-healthy, but still super delicious) dessert.
One of the best ways to do this is by making a vegan carrot cake. What's great is that this vegan Passover recipe is so tasty and similar to the dairy-based version that everyone at the table will want a slice.
The grated carrots add juiciness to the cake, and the fluffy vegan cream cheese frosting makes for a smooth, sweet topping. The flour and baking powder can be swapped out with matzo meal, potato starch or almond flour to get a similar result.
You will also need to use powdered sugar that doesn't contain ingredients like cornstarch. You'll need to find Kosher marzipan as well for the carrot decoration or make your own from scratch with Passover-suitable ingredients. You could also pipe the carrots on the cake instead of using marzipan.
Vegan bakes can be challenging, but this foolproof recipe ensures a soft and tender crumb. Whether served as a finale to your Passover gathering or as the highlight of your potluck, this cake is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy sweet vegan Passover recipes.
Recipe Steps: 5
Total Recipe Time: 52 minutes
22. Matzo Meal Pancakes
Passover is often a time for extended family gatherings. The festivities rarely begin and end with dinner, and you may have house guests to feed throughout the holiday.
If you need an easy breakfast recipe to satisfy your guests during this busy hosting period, look no further than eggless pancakes. These perfectly light and fluffy pancakes are a must-have for your vegan Passover recipe collection, and you'll likely want to keep making them all year!
Make sure to swap the flour mix for matzo meal; it will give a slightly different texture than regular flour pancakes, but it works well. Stack them high and drizzle with a kosher syrup or fresh fruit for a pleasurable way to start the day.
Recipe Steps: 5
Total Recipe Time: 7 minutes
23. Vegan Apple Crisp
Apples are usually a crowd-favorite, and apple-based desserts rarely disappoint (apple pie is one of the most popular desserts, after all). There’s something about the hint of spice from cinnamon-tossed fruit baked beneath a crispy crumb that is irresistible.
To take advantage of this crowd-pleasing combination, try this recipe for vegan apple crisp. It's a comforting addition to your vegan Passover recipe collection and will be made for years to come.
Since standard flour is chametz, simply swap it out for almond flour or matzo meal in the topping. Vegan butter is the game-changer in this recipe, so make sure you use the best you can get your hands on. Serve it warm with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream for an indulgent treat.
Recipe Steps: 8
Total Recipe Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Elevate Your Passover Meal With Culinary Experiences
So, you’ve committed to hosting Passover but are now worried about catering to the many dietary restrictions and demands from your friends and family. Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian — the list goes on.
One way of expanding your repertoire is by attending cooking classes near you. Up-leveling your skills under the guidance of a professional chef can prepare you for the big feast ahead.
If you're particularly interested in expanding your plant-based cooking skills, including finding more unique additions for your vegan Passover recipe repertoire, taking some vegan online cooking classes can help with that. You don't even need to leave home to take them!
Whether in person or online, all of these classes teach essential techniques, introduce innovative ingredient swaps and provide inspiration for flavorful, holiday meals.
Embracing vegan Passover recipes allows you to celebrate the holiday with inclusive, meaningful and delicious meals.
From traditional specialties like matzo ball soup and vegan shepherd’s pie to comforting sides such as quinoa salad or pumpkin soup, this list of exciting vegan Passover recipes proves that plant-based options can be just as satisfying as traditional dishes.
Whether you're recreating classic flavors or experimenting with new ingredients (hello, vegan chocolate pudding), these vegan Passover recipes ensure everyone at your table can enjoy a festive and memorable meal.
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