The ultimate guide to Sainsbury’s vegan Christmas range
Feeling stressed about what you’re going to eat over the holiday season? Worry not! Have yourself a very vegan Christmas thanks to the festive offering at Sainsbury’s.
From appetisers to meat-free roasts, you’ll find everything you need for a jolly plant-based Christmas. With the return of some popular favourites and some new flavourful additions for 2024, there’s something to suit everyone in this range.
Without further ado, here are this year’s festive finds at Sainsbury’s.
Starters and Party Food
Start your feast off right with vegan-friendly canapés that will have your mouth watering.
Taste the Difference Ice Ice Bao-by Penguins (£6)
Fancy a taste of novelty this Christmas? These un-bao-lievable Vietnamese bao buns are sure to add a delightful twist to your feasts.
These cute penguins are filled with a delicious mixture of char sui vegetables and king oyster, oyster and shiitake mushrooms. The perfect party food!
Available from 13th November.
Taste the Difference Dinky Dim Sum Veggie Selection (£5.25)
If you have guests who need a little help getting their veggies in, these Dinky Dim Sum vegetables should do the trick. These colourful bite-sized treats look like mini vegetables and are filled with carrot and orange, tomato and basil or pea and mint to match their vibrant appearance.
Whether you’re having a full-blown Christmas dinner, a casual buffet or a New Year’s Eve party, this makes a great addition to a sharing platter.
Available from 13th November.
Mains
The main event might pose the biggest challenge for vegan Christmas dining. At Sainsbury’s you can find turkey-free roasts and a no-beef wellington to bring the holiday cheer.
Slice up these centrepieces and serve alongside all the classic trimmings like veggies, gravy, roast potatoes and parsnips.
Melt in the Middle Nut Roast (£7.50)
Those who enjoy tucking into a savoury dish at Christmas are sure to enjoy this aromatic, gently spiced nut roast made from vegetables, nuts, butter beans, cannellini beans and buckwheat.
The Melt in the Middle Nut Roast lives up to its name with a hidden fruity centre of red wine, cranberry and port sauce.
Available from 22nd December.
Taste the Difference No Turkey Stuffed Crown (£7.50)
For some, Christmas dinner without turkey is nothing short of a crime. However, this No Turkey Stuffed Crown means you can enjoy your favourite dish without the cruelty.
Made with pea protein, this vegan roast turkey alternative has a sage and onion stuffing centre and is topped with a vegan bacon lattice.
Available from 22nd December.
Taste the Difference Mushroom Wellington (£8.50)
You can’t go wrong with a wellington for your Christmas centrepiece and Sainsbury’s offering is ideal for vegans and non-vegans alike. The succulent filling is made with portobello, chestnut and porcini mushrooms, as well as baby onions, tender leaf spinach and a hint of thyme.
If you’re anything like us and think the pastry is the best part, you’ll love the hand-crafted pastry holly leaves.
Available from 6th December.
Taste the Difference Roast Carrot Galette (£9)
Those who enjoy seasonal flavours will appreciate this Roast Carrot Galette, another new addition to the Sainsbury’s vegan range for 2024.
The crispy pastry is topped with harissa roasted carrots, orange zest and dairy-free cream, complete with a sage and onion sprinkle. It’s nothing short of heavenly (and we think guests will agree).
Available from 6th December.
Sides & Trimmings
The sides and trimmings are the making of any holiday meal. Here’s what Sainsbury’s has on the menu this year.
Plant Pioneers Vegan Trimmings Selection (£8)
The Vegan Trimmings Selection is back! This is ideal for large family feasts this Christmas, with 10 vegan pigs in blankets and 12 mushroom stuffing balls lightly seasoned with sage and cracked black pepper.
Available from 22nd December.
Desserts & Sweet Treats
You won’t miss out on delectable vegan desserts this year either. Here are the sweet treats that have been announced so far.
Taste the Difference Chocolate Cookie Torte (£11)
Now we’re talking! This vegan chocolate torte is making a comeback for 2024.
This dreamy vegan dessert is made with a dark chocolate and cookie biscuit crumb base, then topped with coconut and cocoa batter, chocolate sauce, dark chocolate shavings, sweet glaze and cocoa powder. A real showstopper.
Available from 22nd December.
Looking for more festive food options? Check out our guide to the vegan Christmas ranges at Aldi, M&S, Asda, Waitrose and Tesco.
