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Vegetarian Easter Dinner Ideas to Wow Your Guests (Mains, Sides & Desserts)

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From delicious desserts to mouthwatering entrees, these plant-based meals have something for everyone. Here are some crowd-pleasing vegetarian Easter dinner ideas.

Easter is just around the corner, and while this holiday is best associated with eggs, bunnies and chocolate, there are plenty of great dishes to eat. Whether you’re hosting vegetarians or you’d like to aim for a healthier, more plant-based meal, these ideas for Easter dinner for vegetarians are just the ticket. 

Vegetarian Easter Dinner Mains

Quiche is a great Easter dinner idea for vegetarians and can be easily customized.
Quiche is a great Easter dinner idea for vegetarians and can be easily customized.
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The main is the centerpiece of the entire dinner, so the pressure is on. Luckily there are many fresh and delicious plant-based alternatives to the traditional roast ham or lamb. Spring is a wonderful season for fresh produce, so make the most of seasonal ingredients with the following Easter dinners for vegetarians: 

Plant-Based Side Dishes

Make the most of this seasonal vegetable.
Make the most of this seasonal vegetable.
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Side dishes can be better than the main course, and spring is the perfect time to incorporate fresh salads into your diet. Take inspiration for your vegetarian Easter dinner from the following ideas: 

  • Grilled asparagus: As previously mentioned, April and May are prime asparagus months. Highlight this delectable vegetable by simply grilling it in the oven, or choose from the many things that go with asparagus to complement your dish. 
  • Dandelion beet salad: Beets are a cool-weather vegetable, often ready to harvest in late spring. Did you know you can eat dandelions? Make the most of the nutritious “weeds” by combining them with beets into a salad. It will add a beautiful pop of color to your plate. 
  • Healthy spring salad: Make the absolute most of the in-season ingredients in your area with a healthy spring salad. This salad recipe features asparagus in a different way and makes the most of seasonal, local and organic produce.

Fun Easter Dinner Drinks

Vegetarian Easter dinners need good drinks to go with it.
Vegetarian Easter dinners need good drinks to go with it.
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No Easter dinner for vegetarians would be complete without refreshing beverages accompanying the meal. We’ve included a mix of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options— something for everyone at your table: 

  • Kombucha cocktails are delicious and versatile as they combine fizzy and fermented flavors with juices or spirits. You can make a kombucha mother to have an unlimited supply of kombucha on hand and customize your recipe to include seasonal fruits. 
  • Homemade lemonade is a tasty alcohol-free beverage that every guest can enjoy at your vegetarian Easter dinner. Try different flavor combinations like ginger lemonade or sweet woodruff lemonade
  • Spritz cocktails add a fun element to any dinner party. You can stick with the bright citrus flavor of limoncello spritz or try our other summer spritz recipe ideas. 

Easter Dinner for Vegetarians: Desserts

Finish off your Easter dinner for vegetarians with a rich, chocolatey dessert.
Finish off your Easter dinner for vegetarians with a rich, chocolatey dessert.
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Easter and chocolate go hand in hand, so lean into it with these chocolatey desserts to finish off your Easter dinner for vegetarians. Ensure you look for Fair Trade chocolate when buying ingredients. You can also check out our guide to vegan easter candy for more animal-friendly treats.

If you’ve overdone it on chocolate over the weekend, keep it light and fresh with a quick fruit salad for dessert. 

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