Have you ever stopped to think how the vegetarians celebrate the Thanksgiving holidays? Since, they do not touch meat, what could they substitute the centerpiece turkey with? Honestly, it is pretty depressing to think of this holiday without meat; however, it is true that more and more people are agreeing that no celebration should be the cause of any type of animal slaughter.

Vegetarianism Is Catching On Fast All Over the World

There are different reasons why large numbers of people are turning vegetarians every year. The majority of the reasons for the “conversion” are more or less related to health concerns, though there are other important reasons such as change in religion, cultural changes, etc.

An expose by PETA (the animal rights organization) showed the horrible conditions the turkeys were kept in dingy and confined places, specifically bred and raised for slaughter on Thanksgiving Day. PETA encourages people to join the battle in protecting and loving all animals – including the ones that are specifically bred to be killed and used as food.

Shifting to an all-vegetarian diet will not only save a large number of these majestic birds; it will also help you be and feel healthier. An all-out vegetarian diet will protect you from cholesterol; give you a higher percentage of fiber and anti-oxidants such as Vitamins E and C among others. In short, you will be healthier, besides being a kinder and more caring human being.

Introducing the Tofurky (or the tofu turkey) As a Viable Alternative

The tofu turkey is an excellent substitute for the turkey and the PETA has indeed taken a lot of pain in publishing and working hard at popularizing a good number of tofu turkey recipes that could easily replace the meat in texture, smell and taste. You can have all types of excellent foods cooked with the tofurky. When cooked as per instruction, the recipes come out so well that even die-hard non-veggies agree that it makes a great substitute.

The downside of the tofu turkey is that it takes time to understand and manage the tofu and the way it should substitute a host of animal-based products. However, with a little practice and a good deal of will power, anyone can shift from a meat-oriented/based Thanksgiving Day to a Tofurky Day.

In order to be in form for the holiday preparations, you will need to practice a little before hand with the tofu turkey recipes you will want to replicate for the D-day. This is even more important if you planning to have guests over on that day.