5 Vegan Game Day Recipes Guaranteed To Be Fan Favorites

by Devineé, Move to Root

History has its fair share of dynamic duos. But, there aren’t many things in life that bring forth camaraderie, spirit, and zeal, like food and football. 

We aren’t talking about just any kind of food or any ordinary football game. Once a year, diehard football fans, half-time show fanatics, and commercial enthusiasts come together under one roof to enjoy the best football party of the season.

A high-energy event like this calls for a wide variety of snacks, sides, and appetizers that will keep your guests’ palates equally as entertained as watching The Big Game. More importantly, you want to ensure your game day spread caters to all dietary preferences and food allergies. What better way to do so than to include vegan recipes on the menu.

Vegan Snacks To Add To Your Game Day Lineup

1. Vegan Buffalo Dip

If your idea of a ​“super bowl” is a giant bowl of dip, we have just the recipe for you. No better way to kickoff a football party than with this kicking Vegan Buffalo Dip with Sausage. Infused with the perfect buffalo hot sauce to dairy-free cream cheese ratio, this bold appetizer will have your guests pumped up for The Big Game. However, the real MVP is the mouthwatering meatless sausage made from Fy^TM, a fungi-based complete protein that contains all twenty amino acids. The irresistible taste and texture will keep you glued to the snack table! Just don’t get caught double dipping—that would definitely warrant a flag. Pair this creamy, spicy dip with crackers, tortilla chips, and an assortment of colorful veggies, so you and your guests have plenty of options to choose from. Get the recipe here. 

2. Vegan Tacos

Tacos aren’t just for Tuesdays. They are the ultimate football finger food and deserve to have their rightful place in your game day spread. Sure you could have just put another dip on the menu, but why not run the extra yard by including these hearty, protein-packed Vegan Tacos with Avocado Crema. Loaded with beans, avocado, tomatoes, red cabbage, and vegan sausage wrapped in a warm corn tortilla, your tastebuds will thank you. Feel free to create a taco bar by laying the ingredients out for easy access. This way your football crew can customize their tacos to their liking. Get the recipe here.

3. Grilled Vegetable Kabobs

The football players won’t be the only ones huddled up during the game. As soon as you bring out these Grilled Vegetable Kebabs with Vegan Sausage, your whole crew will huddle around the table to taste this flavor-packed vegan party snack. The starting lineup includes fungi-based sausage, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, and cherry tomatoes marinated in an exquisite Dijon balsamic vinaigrette. Grilled to perfection (for those braving the February cold) or prepared on a stovetop griddle, garnished with fresh basil, and served over a bed of rice, this vegan appetizer will become your game day go-to. Get the recipe here.

4. Cali Burrito

With all of the excitement and cheering associated with watching football, sometimes you need something more satisfying to provide your body with enough fuel to make it through the game. This Cali Burrito with Meatless Sausage makes for the perfect pre-game breakfast to keep you energized through the final quarter! Loaded with vegan cream cheese, vegan sausage, plant-based egg, and avocado, this scrumptious burrito is bursting with both flavor and nutrients. This recipe is sure to bring a little Golden State flare to your get-together. Your guests will be so busy devouring every last bite that they won’t even realize the filling is completely meat and dairy free! Get the recipe here.

5. Scalloped Potatoes with Vegan Sausage

Searching for a classy side dish to bring to a game day party? You’ve come to the right place. Who says vegan scalloped potatoes are just for winter dinner parties? Those moments when your team is losing, and you need a quick pick me up, this warm and creamy Vegan Chive Scalloped Potatoes with Meatless Sausage will be there to comfort and console you. Just one spoonful of these thinly sliced potatoes smothered in a delectable cream sauce and topped with a savory meatless crumble will instantly melt your worries away. Before you know it, your team will score the winning touchdown—all thanks to this game-winning side dish. Get the recipe here.

Preparing one or all of these vegan recipes for The Big Game? Show us your game day spread by tagging @naturesfynd on Instagram and include our hashtag #feedyouroptimism for a chance to be featured in our stories!