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ALDI REVEALS ITS BIGGEST EVER FESTIVE VEGAN & VEGGIE RANGE STARTING FROM JUST £1.99

30 September, 2025

Aldi is set to transform Christmas dining for vegetarian and vegan shoppers with a huge, mouth-watering selection of meat-free treats.

With prices starting from just £1.99, the line-up includes impressive beef steak and joint alternatives, festive nut roasts, plant-based party platters and vegan cheeses.

Starters, Sides & Sharers:

The supermarket kicks off festivities with its popular Let’s Party Vegan Selection (£1.99).This delicious mix includes crunchy cauliflower popcorn with a zesty buffalo dip, sweet potato bites paired with katsu, and the NEW herby tikka naan bites, perfectly complemented by a sweet mango dip. Available from 5^th December.

Back by popular demand is the Plant Menu Ultimate No Pigs in Blankets (£2.99, 228g).  These delectable meat-free sausages, lovingly wrapped in a smoky, crispy plant-based bacon blanket, promise to be the perfect addition to any meat-free Christmas dinner. Available from 19^th December.

Another festive staple, the Specially Selected Vegan Stuffing Balls (£2.49, 300g), are an essentialside dish. Available in two delicious flavours, Sage & Onion and Spiced Cranberry & Clementine, these generous 12-portion packs offer incredible value at just 21p per ball. Plus, they are gluten free! Available from 19^th December.

A side dish that’s already a star, the Specially Selected Sprout Gratin (£3.79, 400g) makes a triumphant return. This decadent gratin, crowned Gold at the 2025 Christmas Quality Food Awards, features tender shredded Brussels sprouts, cavolo nero kale, and leeks bathed in a rich cheese and white wine sauce, all finished with a delightful topping of crispy onions and breadcrumbs. Available from 19^th December.

Shoppers can indulge in the Specially Selected Butternut Squash Bake (£3.79, 400g) for a comforting crowd-pleaser.  This cosy bake oozes with a creamy Wensleydale cheese sauce, juicy roasted mushrooms, sweet butternut squash, carrot and onion, all crowned with a crunchy chestnut and cranberry breadcrumb topping. Available from 19^th December.

Mains:

Aldi introduces its NEW Specially Selected No Beef Flank Steak (£7.49, 200g) — a plant-based flank cut that boasts an intense, beefy flavour and a remarkably lean texture. Whether seared to perfection or roasted, this tender, juicy meat alternative promises to be a culinary highlight. Available in stores now.    

Expanding its range of impressive beef alternatives, the supermarket also offers the Specially Selected No Beef Fillet Roasting Joint (£4.99, 430g).This savoury option includes a pepper crust and is perfectly complemented by sweet notes from a rich and smooth onion gravy. Available from 19^th December.

Adding a vibrant burst of colour and flavour, festive diners can choose the Specially Selected Rainbow Parcel (£4.99, 500g). This vegetarian delight features seasoned layers of spinach, broccoli, roasted butternut squash, and braised red cabbage, alongside a rich mushroom & cranberry duxelle, all hand-wrapped in crisp, golden puff pastry. Available from 13^th October.

For a show-stopping centrepiece that’s sure to impress, shoppers need look no further than the Specially Selected Pastry Yule Log (£4.99, 400g). This festive marvel cooks to perfection, revealing a juicy brie and roasted vegetable interior. Available from 19^th December.

TheNEW Specially Selected Sage & Onion Stuffed Tofu Roasting Joint (£4.99, 400g) features a beautifully caramelised sage and onion stuffing interior encased by a heavenly, herby tofu, all finished with a sweet cranberry and herb topping. Available from 19^th December.

For the main event, the beloved Plant Menu No Turkey Crown (£4.99, 490g) returns this Christmas. This plant-based crown develops a beautiful dark, caramelised crust when cooked, revealing a succulent inner stuffing. Infused with savoury notes of roast chicken, sage and onion, it offers a rich and deeply savoury flavour. Available from 19^th December.

Shoppers can add elegance to their table with the returning Specially Selected Vegan Roasted Vegetable Snowflake Wreath (£4.99, 400g). This stunning dish features butternut squash, chestnuts, cranberries and pumpkin seeds with a chestnut crumb and mulled festive drizzle. Available from 19^th December.

Another delicious option is the NEW Specially Selected Brie & Butternut Squash Wellington (£4.99, 440g), featuring a rich brie and butternut filling surrounded by creamy mushroom duxelles, neatly packaged in a golden, crispy vegan pastry for a truly satisfying bite. Available from 13^th October.

For a hearty centrepiece, shoppers will not be disappointed with the Specially Selected Nut Roasts (£2.99, 390g). These deliciously nutty roasts are available in two flavours — Root Veg with Brie & Cranberry and Vegetables with a blend of cauliflower, broccoli, walnuts and carrots. It’s a brie-lliant addition to any festive feast. Available in stores from 13^th October.

Post-dinner:

For a delicious cheese board alternative to complete festive feasts, fans will find Aldi’s Plant Menu Vegan Cheese Selection Pack (£4.99, 400g) in stores from 6^th December. Perfect for sharing, this selection offers a flavour to suit every palate —Mature Style, Mature Style with black pepper, White Style with cranberries and Jalapeño & Chilli.

Aldi’s festive vegan & vegetarian range is available in stores throughout October and December.