The holidays are upon us, and for many people, that means gathering with family and friends, sharing gifts, and eating food—which usually includes a heck of a lot of animal products.
On Christmas Day (and, of course, Thanksgiving in the US), turkey or ham is traditional, while Hanukkah feasts often include beef brisket. Cheese and charcuterie boards are also a common occurrence this time of year, as well as smaller dishes and appetizers like pigs in blankets, smoked salmon, and macaroni and cheese. For many, it’s incredibly hard to avoid the onslaught of meat and dairy products over the holiday period.
Luckily, nowadays, there are also many vegan alternatives on the market, too, as well as plenty of plant-based holiday recipes (we recommend this delicious vegan holiday roast with hazelnut cranberry stuffing, for example). However, even the tastiest of vegan options often still…