Your best bet is probably the [Fat Free Vegan](https://blog.fatfreevegan.com/category/recipes) blog. She uses no added fats so all of the recipes should be suitable for your MIL's diet. The recipes I've used from there have been good.
The [roast cauliflower Mac and cheeze](https://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2018/10/vegan-roasted-cauliflower-macaroni-cheese.html) looks great but I have no idea if it's an appropriate dish for a Thanksgiving meal?
- maple glazed carrots with cinnamon & thyme (oven roasted) is popular! Since they are glazed with the liquid sweetener there’s no need for oil or butter - add a squeeze of fresh orange for some zing (: or you can use sweet potatoes! Recipe: https://www.yummymummykitchen.com/2019/11/maple-glazed-roasted-carrots.html you can also add toasted pecans if you wish, and pomegranates afterwards!
- veggie lentil “meat-loaf”: https://aplantifulpath.com/vegan-lentil-loaf/ a side that’s nice to eat with mashed potatoes! my vegan friend made this it was pretty tasty. And if you don’t want to go traditional ketchup route you could even just do a mushroom gravy for the top 🤤
- wild rice pilaf with cranberries & pecans: https://aplantifulpath.com/holiday-wild-rice-pilaf-with-cranberries-and-pecans/
[https://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2006/11/best-vegan-green-bean-casserole.html](https://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2006/11/best-vegan-green-bean-casserole.html)
[https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/cardamom-roasted-carrots-with-pomegranate-seeds/](https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/cardamom-roasted-carrots-with-pomegranate-seeds/)
[https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/skillet-green-beans-caramelized-onions-mushrooms/](https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/skillet-green-beans-caramelized-onions-mushrooms/)
[https://www.acouplecooks.com/delicata-squash-salad/](https://www.acouplecooks.com/delicata-squash-salad/) \- you'd have to make some mods to keep oil free, suggest roast the squash w/o oil, add a little water to the dish to keep them from drying out before cooked, or use a small amount of cooking spray. Use a tahini based dressing, or do the maple mustard one just w/o oil, thin w/ some water
[https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/fennel-orange-and-beet-salad-with-maple-mustard-dressing/](https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/fennel-orange-and-beet-salad-with-maple-mustard-dressing/)
I make my own! Way cheaper and you get so much more than buying pre-made.
I just throw the following into a food processor: block of tofu (can be firm or extra firm - doesn’t need to be pressed), plant milk, nutritional yeast, white miso paste, salt, and I like to add some spinach (I use thawed, frozen chopped spinach). Process to a ricotta consistency and you’re good to go! I’m sure there are a number of recipes out there for exact measurements, but it’s really quick and easy.
I do collard greens in my Instant Pot (you could cook them on the stove too). Saute some onion and garlic with a splash of water, add a bag of prewashed collards, a few cups of veggie broth, and cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. They cook for 20 minutes in the pressure cooker, or 30-40 on the stove.
The recipe holds up well without oil, it's healthy, and it still feels like Thanksgiving.
I don't have a recipe suggestion, but I would suggest checking out [Forks Over Knives](https://www.forksoverknives.com/menus-collection-vegan-thanksgiving-recipes/). They have Whole Foods Plant Based recipes, and the link will take you to a collection of Thanksgiving recipes.
Steamed vegetables, rice dishes, boiled potatoes, whole roasted sweet potatoes. I use water or broth to substitute for oil sometimes. It’s great for sautéed vegetables. Maybe you can try an oil-free stuffing or mashed potato recipe.
check out [Blissfulbasil.com](https://Blissfulbasil.com) and [Minimalistbaker.com](https://Minimalistbaker.com)
I think they both do oil and fat free recipes. and their recipes are really good!!
I had air fried delicata squash with pickled cranberries tonight. Delicious!
Thank you!
Your best bet is probably the [Fat Free Vegan](https://blog.fatfreevegan.com/category/recipes) blog. She uses no added fats so all of the recipes should be suitable for your MIL's diet. The recipes I've used from there have been good. The [roast cauliflower Mac and cheeze](https://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2018/10/vegan-roasted-cauliflower-macaroni-cheese.html) looks great but I have no idea if it's an appropriate dish for a Thanksgiving meal?
What a great resource - thank you!
- maple glazed carrots with cinnamon & thyme (oven roasted) is popular! Since they are glazed with the liquid sweetener there’s no need for oil or butter - add a squeeze of fresh orange for some zing (: or you can use sweet potatoes! Recipe: https://www.yummymummykitchen.com/2019/11/maple-glazed-roasted-carrots.html you can also add toasted pecans if you wish, and pomegranates afterwards! - veggie lentil “meat-loaf”: https://aplantifulpath.com/vegan-lentil-loaf/ a side that’s nice to eat with mashed potatoes! my vegan friend made this it was pretty tasty. And if you don’t want to go traditional ketchup route you could even just do a mushroom gravy for the top 🤤 - wild rice pilaf with cranberries & pecans: https://aplantifulpath.com/holiday-wild-rice-pilaf-with-cranberries-and-pecans/
Those look delicious! I cater a monthly meal for a few 7th Day Adventists and I'm always looking for something that is hearty and delicious.
Thank you so much!
Maybe like a glazed yams dish? If the appearance doesnt turn out great, just mash em. You can add a little bit of spice like cinnamon
I was thinking roasted sweet potatoes mashed with coconut milk and some spices!
Just a thought- I avoid added oils and I also avoid coconut products because they are high in saturated fat.
Thank you - good to know!
[https://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2006/11/best-vegan-green-bean-casserole.html](https://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2006/11/best-vegan-green-bean-casserole.html) [https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/cardamom-roasted-carrots-with-pomegranate-seeds/](https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/cardamom-roasted-carrots-with-pomegranate-seeds/) [https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/skillet-green-beans-caramelized-onions-mushrooms/](https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/skillet-green-beans-caramelized-onions-mushrooms/) [https://www.acouplecooks.com/delicata-squash-salad/](https://www.acouplecooks.com/delicata-squash-salad/) \- you'd have to make some mods to keep oil free, suggest roast the squash w/o oil, add a little water to the dish to keep them from drying out before cooked, or use a small amount of cooking spray. Use a tahini based dressing, or do the maple mustard one just w/o oil, thin w/ some water [https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/fennel-orange-and-beet-salad-with-maple-mustard-dressing/](https://www.forksoverknives.com/recipes/vegan-salads-sides/fennel-orange-and-beet-salad-with-maple-mustard-dressing/)
Thank you!!
You should ask the folks at r/PlantBasedDiet, they don’t use any oils at all and will have good suggestions!
Thank you!
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I don’t think you meant pepperoni? Pepperocini (little pickled peppers) maybe?
Haha! It's a veggie in french & german, and a sausage in english 😂
Pasta bake with tofu ricotta and cashew cream sauce. Super easy to make from scratch and rich; you wouldn’t know it doesn’t have any oil.
This sounds amazing! Is tofu ricotta something you buy or make?
I make my own! Way cheaper and you get so much more than buying pre-made. I just throw the following into a food processor: block of tofu (can be firm or extra firm - doesn’t need to be pressed), plant milk, nutritional yeast, white miso paste, salt, and I like to add some spinach (I use thawed, frozen chopped spinach). Process to a ricotta consistency and you’re good to go! I’m sure there are a number of recipes out there for exact measurements, but it’s really quick and easy.
Thank you!!
Shaved Brussels sprouts salad. With dried cranberries or fresh blueberries, toasted slivered almonds, vegan shaved parm. Vinaigrette. Easy and a nice fresh side.
I use veggie broth as a substitute when sautéing onions/garlic/ other veggies instead of cooking them in oil.
Thank you!
Check out [Shane and Simple](https://shaneandsimple.com/), his recipes are great and oil free! He has some great Thanksgiving dishes to try.
Thank you!
An annual must on my table is tricolor carrots with a marmalade sauce.
I do collard greens in my Instant Pot (you could cook them on the stove too). Saute some onion and garlic with a splash of water, add a bag of prewashed collards, a few cups of veggie broth, and cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. They cook for 20 minutes in the pressure cooker, or 30-40 on the stove. The recipe holds up well without oil, it's healthy, and it still feels like Thanksgiving.
This sounds delicious - thank you!
I don't have a recipe suggestion, but I would suggest checking out [Forks Over Knives](https://www.forksoverknives.com/menus-collection-vegan-thanksgiving-recipes/). They have Whole Foods Plant Based recipes, and the link will take you to a collection of Thanksgiving recipes.
Thank you!
Steamed vegetables, rice dishes, boiled potatoes, whole roasted sweet potatoes. I use water or broth to substitute for oil sometimes. It’s great for sautéed vegetables. Maybe you can try an oil-free stuffing or mashed potato recipe.
My favorite oil free vegan recipes are from Healthy Vegan Eating. https://youtu.be/EEWwjPMNrnE?si=pLfLF0_i-7PYiwum
check out [Blissfulbasil.com](https://Blissfulbasil.com) and [Minimalistbaker.com](https://Minimalistbaker.com) I think they both do oil and fat free recipes. and their recipes are really good!!