6 Best Vegan and Vegetarian Turkey Substitutes for Thanksgiving

Tofurky, the brilliant brand name that revolutionized Thanksgiving and mock meats forever, makes a lot more than a tofu turkey. But when it comes to a Thanksgiving meatless main course, the wheat and tofu roast filled with a wild rice stuffing is an ideal choice. The Tofurky roast is available three different ways, each version including a stuffed Tofurky; you can buy just the Tofurky, the roast with gravy, or the Holiday Feast, which includes the Tofurky roast, gravy, brownies, a "wishbone," and even a "Happy Tofurky Day" card.

From the makers of Gardein brand mock meats comes this seasonal product, Stuffed Savory Turk'y', a "boneless" breaded fake turkey roll stuffed with cranberry rice dressing. The two individual rolls each look like a stuffed turkey breast and come with vegetarian gravy. If you are looking to serve up to eight people, choose the Holiday Roast, which would make the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table.

If you're not vegan, Quorn's holiday products are another option for a meatless Thanksgiving main dish (it contains egg whites). The turk'y roast is a soy-free loaf that serves five and can be roasted in the oven, much like a regular turkey. It is low in calories and fat and is also gluten-free. The texture is similar to real turkey and the taste is nice and mild.

If you want that Norman Rockwell moment of presenting the whole turkey at the table, this is the vegan version for you! This non-GMO soy protein "bird" is shaped and colored to look just like a golden roasted turkey fresh from the oven. The "meat" is firm and moist, and slices just like real turkey. It also comes with stuffing which you can place inside the bird if you prefer, as well as vegan gravy.

The vegan whole turkey is a bit pricier than other options, but it is a full four pounds and should feed 10 to 16 people. It is fully cooked but takes an hour to warm up.

When it comes to flavor, this "turkey" roast is a real winner. The grain meat is seasoned with garlic, sage, and lemon juice, while the vegan sausage-style stuffing combines butternut squash with mushrooms, apples, and herbs.

The one-pound roll serves five people, a good option for smaller gatherings or a Thanksgiving meal catering to both vegans and meat-eaters. This roast is made from all-natural ingredients that you'll be able to recognize and is also soy-free.

A homemade turkey alternative can be a fun and healthy addition to your meatless Thanksgiving table. In just a few steps you can have a stuffed tofu "turkey" breast to impress any guest. The tofu is blended until smooth, seasoned with herbs, and pressed and chilled. Then it is stuffed with your choice of vegan stuffing, formed into a log shape, and basted with a vinegar-Dijon-soy sauce mixture while it bakes, resulting in a beautiful golden color similar to roasted turkey skin.

Not quite ready to try stuffed tofu? How about a vegetarian lentil loaf or nut loaf as the centerpiece? It's not as traditional but goes very nicely with mashed potatoes and gravy.