27 Passover Recipes Perfect For Keeping Kosher & Plant-Based This Year
It CAN be done!
Anyone plant-based who has ever celebrated Passover knows it can sometimes be a bit of a, shall we say, rough time. Between keeping kosher specifically for Passover and avoiding chametz (or leavened grain products), some years we can’t wait for the week to be over, much less try and get creative with our meals. So if you’re also eating a plant-based diet at the same time, we’re here to help. Following a vegetarian diet year-round, you likely already know it’s less about what you can’t eat, and more about celebrating what you can. So instead of rueing the lack of, say, pasta, celebrate all the alternatives you’ll get to try (or the freedom with which you can eat it with wild abandon the rest of the year). In the very least, we can definitely promise these 27 vegetarian Passover recipes are better than another matzo pizza (although our recipe for matzo pizza is pretty great). 😋
Speaking of pasta, it's true that many a vegetarian dinner revolves around it, bread, and potatoes. We’re beyond pleased that potatoes are still on the table for Passover (check out our spinach & artichoke baked potatoes or our house latkes if you are too!), but what to do about the rest? Try swapping in alternatives made from zucchini, cauliflower, sweet potatoes, and more. Make our zucchini lattice lasagna, our cauliflower stuffing, or our sweet potato cacio e pepe for Passover, and we bet you’ll forget all about anything missing from your meal. These same ingredients also make for killer meat substitutes—check out our cabbage Parmesan, our whole roasted cauliflower, and our vegan shepherd’s pie, then get ready to bookmark these recipes for the rest of the year too.
A note: Some of these recipes (like the aforementioned shepherd’s pie) do include kitniyot, or legumes, an ingredient some Jewish families avoid during Passover. We’ll assume if that is you, you’ll be aware of it and will sub in or out of these recipes as needed. If you (and especially your kids) do eat an entirely vegetarian diet and rely on things like legumes for protein, please talk to your rabbi about potentially including kitniyot during Passover this year.
Want even more Passover ideas? Check out our favorite Passover dinners, our top Passover apps, and our best Passover desserts too.
Vegetarian Matzo Ball Soup
Cozy and nourishing, we crave matzo ball soup pretty much year-round, though it's a MUST for Passover. Although schmaltz (AKA chicken fat) and chicken broth are typically included in this classic Ashkenazi Jewish soup, it’s not hard to swap in vegetarian-friendly ingredients.
Get the Vegetarian Matzo Ball Soup recipe.
Vegetable Curry
When you want something comforting, savory, and just a little spicy, you can’t go wrong with some form of curry. The robust flavor of a curry sauce acts as the perfect base for virtually any protein or vegetable. In this recipe, a variety of vegetables takes center stage alongside a creamy Thai-style curry. Just skip the (very optional) soy sauce to keep this kosher for Passover!
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Matzo Pizza
Whether you observe Passover and have leftover matzo to use up or are just looking for a crispy, crunchy, thin-crust pizza, this recipe is going to be a hit. Use this recipe as a guide to whatever flavor combinations you can think of!
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Cacio E Pepe Sweet Potato Noodles
Looking to convert a vegetarian skeptic? Make them these cacio e pepe sweet potato noodles. Tossed in buttery black pepper sauce and showered with Parmesan and Pecorino, these sweet potato noodles are so delicious that no one will even think about missing “regular” pasta.
Paella Verdura
This veggie-packed paella comes together in under an hour, and, even better, most of the cooking happens in the oven. Briefly returning the skillet to the stovetop after baking is the key to achieving a crispy rice crust on the bottom, often referred to as socarrat (meaning “burnt” in Catalan).
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Halal Cart-Style Cauliflower Bowl
For vegans wanting a NYC-style Halal cart experience, fear not, as these incredible flavors seamlessly translate to a plant-based version using cauliflower as the star ingredient. Spiced cauliflower joins forces with a bright and fresh tomato salad, crunchy toppings, and a homemade vegan halal cart-style sauce. Just swap in some matzo bread for the pita chips and you've got a Passover-friendly meal you'll want to make all year long.
Get the Halal Cart-Style Cauliflower Bowl recipe.
House Latkes With Horseradish
Though latkes are commonly served with applesauce and plain sour cream, here, they get a flavor-boost with a spicy horseradish (great use for leftover seder maror) and a chive and sour cream topping, which adds savory depth to each bite.
Get the House Latkes With Horseradish recipe.
Savory Matzo Brei
We like sour cream and chives on our savory version, but you could also go sweet (breakfast for dinner?) with applesauce, jam, or even maple syrup. To make this more dessert-y, skip the onions and add a little sugar and cinnamon. Yum!
Get the Savory Matzo Brei recipe.
One-Pot Harissa Beet Soup
This vegetarian soup can (and should!) be enjoyed year-round. It has a perfect balance between sweet, smoky, and spicy. The ruby red beets add sweetness and a mellow, earthy flavor. Potatoes help thicken the soup and add body without including any extra dairy or gluten, while the harissa paste adds a peppery kick. If you like things spicy, use a harissa paste labeled as such. If not, use a jar labeled “mild.”
Get the One-Pot Harissa Beet Soup recipe.
Spinach-Artichoke Baked Potatoes
Give your basic baked potato a major upgrade by adding all the flavors from your favorite party dip: spinach & artichoke. You could also try stuffing this with our vegan spinach & artichoke dip if you want to be able to share it with meat eaters at your Passover table.
Tzimmes
The word tzimmes has its origins in Yiddish: To "make a big tzimmes about something" essentially means making a big fuss. Here, there's hardly any! The carrots and dates are quickly braised in an orange sauce and finished with fresh parsley for a pop of green.
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Coconut Braised Cabbage
This recipe is a perfect example of how versatile cabbage can be. Big wedges of the veg are seared, then simmered along with chickpeas, in a savory and slightly spicy coconut milk broth. You’ll be amazed how this humble vegetable is transformed into something to brag about.
Get the Coconut Braised Cabbage recipe.
Cauliflower Crust Pizza
While we do love matzo pizza, sometimes we like to change things up—when you're craving pizza this Passover, use cauliflower instead of wheat for the crust! Top with your fave veggies (just avoid meat if you're keeping kosher).
Get the Cauliflower Crust Pizza recipe.
Vegan Taco Salad
Our favorite taco salad got a vegan makeover. Filled with hearty quinoa and two different types of beans, it's a filling salad worthy of your dinner table. The spicy dressing brings tons of flavor and is our favorite part of the salad. Top it will all of your favorites like cherry tomatoes and tortilla chips for a little crunch!
Get the Vegan Taco Salad recipe.
Cabbage Parmesan
Missing chicken Parm? This cabbage recipe is about to blow your mind. It's even Italian mother-approved!
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Charoset
This recipe is perfect for your Seder plate and for serving as an app for anyone dipping their toes into the Passover holiday. Feel free to swap in your preferred nuts and dried fruit.
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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers with Falafel
All the spicy, garlicky flavors of your favorite falafel sandwich get deconstructed and stuffed inside bell peppers. It's a vegetarian version of a hearty classic we're putting in regular rotation.
Get the Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers with Falafel recipe.
Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole
With roasted sweet potatoes and black bean chili layered together under a gooey blanket of cheese, this easy vegetarian weeknight dinner is both incredibly comforting and surprisingly hearty.
Get the Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole recipe.
Cranberry Apple Quinoa Salad
QUINOA IS OU-P! We repeat: QUINOA IS OU-P! We don’t believe in boring salads at Delish, and crunchy apples, tart cranberries, and a delicious lemon dressing bring a lot of life to this one. It's also easily customizable, meaning you can change it up and eat it all week long.
Get the Cranberry Apple Quinoa Salad recipe.
Egg Salad
You can get creative with mix-ins and seasonings (lookin' at you, keto egg salad, with avocado!), but this recipe is the perfect base with just 6 core ingredients. Try swapping your mustard, or adding in pickled elements, extra veggies, or more seasonings to switch it up. Skip the bread for Passover—it's good all on its own.
Get the Best-Ever Egg Salad recipe.
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