The Xmas Edit 🎅🏼 Week 1 - Brekki, Starters & Accompaniments
Week 1: Brekki, Starters & Accompaniments
Welcome to another week of NoMeatDisco goodness!
Hey Everyone,
Can you believe we’re just three weeks away from Christmas? I hope you’re starting to feel festive—I’m only just getting into the spirit myself this year. I think I peaked too early last year and was completely over it by the big day!
But don’t worry, this year we’re doing it right. Over the next three weeks, I’ve got everything you need to make this Christmas amazing. Each week, you’ll get a number of recipes for every part of the festive feast delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, I’m launching a new series on my socials called The 12 Veggies of Christmas—so keep an eye out for that too!
We’re going to be fully prepared and ready without any panic this year.
To kick things off I’m going to give you some starters and sides. I love the starters sometimes more than the mains at Christmas, we’re going to get creative.
Breakfast
Smoked Carrot “Salmon” Blinis
One of my favourite starters before going plant-based was smoked salmon in a croissant. I can still remember coming downstairs as a kid to the smell of freshly warmed croissants, with my dad pulling them out of the oven. Smothered in butter and topped with smoked salmon—it was unreal.
But don’t worry, I’ve got a recipe that rivals, if not beats, that classic. Get ready to recreate that feeling!
Tofu Benedict
Another breakfast classic at christmas is an “eggs benny”. Poached eggs smothered in a hollandaise sauce, rich, creamy and packed full of protein. Well this Tofu Benedict ticks all those boxes too!
Mushroom "Bacon" Brekki Muffin
A delicious and creative breakfast muffin featuring mushroom "bacon," sautéed spinach with garlic, and a flavourful mustard butterbean purée. Perfect for a hearty and plant-based morning meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and ready to take on the day!
Welsh Rarebit
We’re heading back to the homeland with this recipe. This is a modern twist on the traditional Welsh rarebit, this recipe features a rich vegan cheese sauce made with Guinness and nutritional yeast. Topped with caramelized onions and fried sage leaves, it's a posh and flavourful take on classic cheese on toast.
Accompaniments
Mushroom Paté
I never forget having patè with cheese, pickles and crackers every year. I prefer a flavourful mushroom paté now. It's so flavourful but less intense than a liver patè, blending earthy mushrooms with creamy textures from kidney beans and cashews, enhanced with aromatic herbs and a hint of spice.
Serve this festive spread with an array of accompaniments like fresh bread, crackers, olives, chutneys, and sun-dried tomatoes for a delightful plant-based appetizer experience.
Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Christmas just isn’t complete without cranberry sauce! Sure, the store-bought ones get the job done, but making your own is so much more fun. Plus, it gives you the chance to put your own festive twist on it with a rich caramel base infused with warm spices, clementine juice, apples, and a hint of spiced rum. Perfect for adding a tangy and sweet touch to your holiday feast.. It’s super simple to make and also makes a thoughtful, homemade gift for family and friends.
Fermented Blueberry Ketchup
This is quite a recent recipe that I haven't stopped eating since I made it. I’m having it with every dinner I make haha! I think this will be a perfect gift at christmas that's why I’ve added this in here again!
Hopefully, this has given you plenty of inspiration for starters and breakfast ideas for Christmas Day! I also hope there’s enough time for you to whip up some homemade gifts for your family using these recipes.