Forget the cheesecake and serve these delectable dairy-free recipes this Shavuot!

A lot of the recipes here are light and healthy, but we also made sure to include recipes that are on the more indulgent side (Cappuccino Swirls, anyone?).

So next time you’re looking for vegan recipes that will satisfy those Shavuot cravings, resort to this helpful list of recipes!

We hope you enjoy!

Savory:

1. One-Pan Mushroom Gnocchi by Lauren McNeill

One-pan dishes are a lifesaver when I don’t really feel like cooking or doing the dishes (okay, I pretty much never feel like doing the dishes). This One-Pan Mushroom Gnocchi uses mostly pantry staples, meaning it comes together quickly while still being well-balanced. One of my secrets for making a pasta dish more nutritious is adding white beans. They’re mild in flavor, creamy and add a good dose of protein and fiber. Plus, if you use canned beans, it’s as easy as opening up the can and adding the beans near the end of the cooking time. This may look like a lot of mushrooms when you’re cooking them, but they wilt down so much that it ends up being the perfect amount. Try out this gnocchi dish when you’re craving something easy and nourishing that’s still packed with flavor!

2. Parve Lasagna by Odaiah Leeds

This dairy-free lasagna is creamy and delicious. It’s a great dairy-free alternative for Shavuos and all year round. Feel free to get creative with the vegetables you add in—you can try spinach, peppers, zucchini…the possibilities are endless!

3. Greek Salad with Cauliflower “Feta” by Chanie Apfelbaum

Enjoy this Greek salad made pareve! If you are dairy-free or just want to serve this a Greek salad with a meat meal, cauliflower’s versatility makes it a delicious substitute.

4. Vegan Mac 'n Cheese by Naomi Hazan

Mac ‘n cheese is one of my favorite comfort foods, but since I’m dairy-free, I had to come up with a killer vegan version! This recipe is one for the books, it’s so creamy you wouldn’t believe it’s dairy-free!

5. Quick and Easy Mushroom Quiche from the Dining In Cookbook

When you start with a store-bought pie crust, this mushroom quiche goes from pantry to table in no time at all.

6. Quinoa Crust Roasted Veggie Pizza by Estee Raviv

Quinoa crust pizza is the best idea ever. Gluten-free and divine! When I first was exposed to it, my reaction was: “Wow, what a brilliant idea!” No yeast, no fuss, so simple to make, and so gourmet. The flavor of the quinoa crust goes very well with pesto and veggies. You will not miss traditional pizza after you eat this one. The red bell pepper adds sweetness to the dish, and the mushroom adds a “meaty” texture. All of these flavors and the roasted onion makes the pizza just really good. It’s colorful and healthy, but I find it amazing what you can do with simple ingredients. Not only do they go a long way, but the results look appetizing and taste even better!

7. Cream of Summer Squash Soup by Rorie Weisberg

If you’re looking for a hearty soup filled with nothing but nutrients, this soup will hit the spot. Delicious, nutritious, and elegant, a perfect appetizer for a Yom Tov meal.

8. Colorful Health Salad from the Nitra Cookbook

9. Roasted Ratatouille Pasta from the Dining In Cookbook

10. Baked Potato and Onion with Thyme and Silan by Kosher.com Staff

These potatoes are aromatic, golden-brown, and sweet, thanks to the unbeatable combination of onions with Heaven and Earth Date Syrup and thyme. They are the perfect side dish, and it’s easy to prepare individual portions – just use a metal ring to cut them into circles.

11. Indian Cream of Tomato Soup by Paula Shoyer

12. Marbled Carrots and Parsnips from the Dining In Cookbook

This is a bit time-consuming, but worth it. A delicious way to get great vitamins and even kids love it!

13. Fruit Soup Smoothie by Chaia Frishman

This is such a popular menu item in the business my husband and I run that we decided to share it with you! You’re welcome. It’s nice to have an addition to your Yom Tov meal that is so simple to make and so good for you, too. (It yields a lot, so feel free to freeze some for the summer.)

14. Crispy Mini Meatless Pies by Ruth Fox and Vicky Cohen

This delicious appetizer is one of our family’s favorites. The inspiration comes from a dish called lajme bil ajin (which translates to “meat on the dough”), which our mom would often make on Friday nights or special occasions. The traditional version is made with homemade pizza dough, topped with ground beef sautéed in olive oil with pine nuts, chopped tomatoes, and pomegranate molasses. We have simplified the recipe by using crispy spring roll wrappers as a base, and substituted tofu for the ground meat. If you would like to freeze these, arrange them on a large baking sheet before they’re baked, and place in the freezer for about two hours (this will keep the filling from falling off). Transfer to a large freezer bag and freeze for up to a month.

15. Eggplant in a Garlic Verde Dressing by Estee Kafra

Garlic, parsley, and olive oil — three simple ingredients, but a powerful kitchen weapon! I finish vegetable side dishes, fish, and even chicken with a dab of it, and it’s divine. Here’s our favorite dip/side dish using my new kitchen staple.

16. Green Health Soup from the Dining In Cookbook

High in calcium and vitamins. Helps to cleanse the system and boost immunity.

17. Tomato Basil Pasta Salad from the Dining In Cookbook

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18. Vegan, Grain-Free Passion Fruit Cheesecake by Bat-El Gershowitz

This raw vegan passion fruit cheesecake is creamy, rich, decadent, and so perfect for hosting during the holidays! It requires no complicated ingredients, only things we usually have in our pantry anyways. And the best part, no baking or oven is required. Super simple and fast to put together in only a few short steps. If you love passion fruit, this cake hits all the notes. It looks and tastes as fancy as it gets. But you can definitely switch things around and use your favorite topping instead. Whatever you pick will be amazing.

19. Chocolate Ice Cream with Hazelnut Praline Dust by Brynie Greisman

Finally, a rich dessert without oil or eggs! The process of refreezing and rebeating the mixture results in a creamy dessert well worth the effort. Topped with hazelnut praline dust, it’s a very elegant finale to any Yom Tov seudah, and even a small scoop will satisfy your sweet tooth. Serve alongside strawberry fluff ice cream or with fresh sliced strawberries, kiwi, or persimmon, if desired.

20. Mango-Coconut Sorbet by Charles Sayegh

A delicious frozen tropical treat perfect to cap off a large meal or to cool down on a hot day.

21. Plum Galette by Rivky Kleiman

An easy, no-fuss dish that will have everyone thinking that it took so much preparation. In reality, it can be assembled in just a few minutes. So take advantage of summer’s bounty, and prepare a galette that’s ready in no time and tastes positively divine.

22. Egg-Free Chocolate Mousse by Miriam Pascal

Chocolate Mousse is one of those basic recipes that we all need to have up our sleeves. When creating a great recipe to share in this book, I listened to my readers’ frequent request: They want an egg-free chocolate mousse. Well, here you go — no eggs, but still delicious!

23. Cinnamon Maple Rings from the Dining In Cookbook

24. No Bake Fudge Balls by Naomi Hazan

These No-Bake Fudge Balls are egg-free, gluten-free, and are the perfect, chewy, dessert treat!

25. 4-Ingredient "Krembo" Bites by Erin Grunstein

These are the simplest no-bake dessert that will wow your tastebuds and your guests!

26. Cappuccino Swirls from the Dining In Cookbook

This melt-in-the-mouth, coffee-flavored cookie is a treat for everyone and a pretty addition to any sweet table.

27. Vegan Strawberry Shortcakes (Gluten Free, Dairy Free) by Rachel Conners

A tender vanilla-scented shortcake dolloped with a fluff of barely sweetened coconut cream, topped with macerated strawberry slices, and scattered with freshly torn mint leaves. This is the most perfect way I can think of to celebrate the peak of strawberry season because this simple recipe highlights the red-fleshed fruit so beautifully. The shortcakes, which are somewhere between a biscuit and a scone, provide a crisp, crumbly, not-overly-sweet base for the refreshing coconut cream and, of course, those lemon-scented berries. Torn mint leaves add an herby freshness that makes this dessert irresistible.   Strawberry Shortcakes are best when they’re freshly assembled, so keep the components separate until you’re ready to serve.

28. Egg-Free, Dairy Free Chocolate Crunch Cake by Sweet Moments: Rega Matok

You’d never believe this soft and light babka contains no eggs or dairy. Perfect for the end of a meat meal. Includes instructions on braiding a beautiful round babka!

29. 8PM - Cookie Dough Truffles by Chayie Schlisselfeld

I’m embarrassed to admit it, but my family likes chocolate chip cookie dough batter— better than the baked cookies! This version contains no eggs, and can be served as a dessert on a sweet table. It’s a perfect bite-sized treat that will be enjoyed by all ages.

30. Mocha Cashew Mousse by Chavi Feldman

Chocolate lover? Check. Can’t get enough coffee? Double check. I decided to combine my two favorite flavors for the best of both worlds. The unusual base of blended cashews takes on a velvety texture that turns this dessert into something extraordinary!

31. Chocolate Lacy Lollipops by Esther Ottensoser

These lacy lollipops are a cinch to make and so elegant. They are decorated with nuts and dried fruit in honor of Tu B’shevat but you could easily switch up the toppings to match practically any theme or color scheme to serve these at another occasion.

32. Peaches and Cream Ice Pops by Sina Mizrahi

These ice pops are rich and creamy, making them a terrific way to cool down after a heavy meal. Roasting the peaches brings out their inherent sweetness. All it takes after that is a few whizzes in the blender and a few hours to set — easy, light, and refreshing!

33. Chocolate Pudding Pie with Nutty Chocolate Crunch by Brynie Greisman

A creamy chocolate filling nestled between a chocolate chip cookie crust and a nutty chocolaty crunch. Delicious!

Originally published May 2020. Updated and improved May 2026.