Thanksgiving is just about here. You know, that one day a year where we break out our stretchy pants and stuff our faces until we 're on the verge of suffocation. More importantly, the day is about giving thanks surrounded by the ones you love. As we crowd around the dinner table with our family and friends, those who follow a vegertarian or vegan diet often are left with little to no options. Nearly all the dishes are laced with chicken stock or turkey which are obvious no-gos. Of course no one should be obligated to cater to those who stick by a plant-based way of eating. At the same time, it wouldn 't hurt to find a happy medium and include vegan dishes along with the staple, non-vegan ones. I scoured the internet for scrumptious recipes both carnivores and herbivores can pig out on …show more content…
If you happen to be apart of the former group like me, you should check out the recipe for these oven-roasted brussel sprouts. It might be a simple side dish but it packs a ton of flavor and nutrients. The slight sweetness and tanginess of the balsamic vinegar compliments the warm, rich taste of the sprouts. Plus, polyphenols in this variety of vinegar hinder oxidation of the cholesterol that blocks arteries, LDL cholesterol. And let 's not forget all the health perks found in brussel sprouts- 247% of your daily value of vitamin k (in only one cup mind you), high amounts of fiber, and large doses of folate, just to name a few.There is one thing turkey eaters and vegheads can agree on: No Thanksgiving is complete without pumpkin pie. This vegan pumpkin pie recipe not only appeals to vegans but also to those with celiac or gluten sensitivities as it requires gluten-free flour for the crust. While pie is generally far from a health food, it 's worth noting that pumpkins are loaded with vitamin A, which supports immunity along with eye and teeth health. Also, this recipe in particular calls for a mix of cloves, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg, all of which have strong anti-inflammatory