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    26 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

    Published: Nov 21, 2022 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

    26 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - A collection of lower sugar, gluten-free turkey day ideas that will please the healthy eaters!

    It's that time of year, folks!

    Time for turkey and pie and 'taters and pie and gravy and did I mention pie?!

    The hubs will be home this year on Thanksgiving, so we're excited for that! Jade also has her 13th birthday on Friday, so it will be a chaotic week!

    She's getting so big! I can't believe I have a teenager.

    Below, you'll find our turkey day favorites. I hope you can find one or two you'd like to try as well!

    Jump to:
    • FLUFFY BREADS
    • DELICIOUS SIDES
    • FRESH SALADS AND DRESSINGS
    • LOWER SUGAR DESSERTS
    • MISCELLANEOUS ACCOUTREMENTS

    FLUFFY BREADS

    Buckwheat Flour Biscuits

    Buckwheat flour biscuit recipe

    A great option for those gluten-free-ers that may be attending your table, and they're delicious!

    Spelt Flour Pumpkin Biscuits

    Spelt flour pumpkin biscuits recipe

    Biscuits are a must on this fine holiday, and these fluffy whole grain delights are a great way to use up the last of that annoying leftover can of pumpkin.

    Corn-Free Cornbread

    Sugar-Free, Corn-Free Sweet Potato Cornbread

    This scrumptious 'cornbread' is made entirely WITHOUT corn, but you'd never know it! It's also packed full of nutrition from sweet potato and contains NO added sweeteners!

    DELICIOUS SIDES

    Roasted Butternut Halves

    Cinnamon butternut squash without sugar

    These are an easy way to offer a simple vegetable! Roast them and slice them into thirds or fourths for a more dainty, handheld bite.

    Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

    Sliced potatoes in a creamy sauce on a white plate.

    This is truly one of my favorite recipes on the blog! A unique onion 'cream' sauce is the base for this soft and luscious potato dish. You'd never know it's cream AND butter-free!

    Mashed Potatoes Without Milk

    No milk mashed potatoes recipe

    NO milk needed for these creamy mashed potatoes! They're deliciously flavored with garlic and a combination of butter and olive oil.

    Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

    Cauliflower mashed potatoes in a bowl

    If you're looking for a lower carb version of mashed potatoes, this is a great one made with cauliflower! We usually make both mashed potatoes and mashed cauliflower, and the kids love both!

    Brussels Sprouts Gratin

    Healthy Brussels sprouts recipe

    This dish also employs a variation of my onion 'cream' sauce (a truly versatile little ditty). The breadcrumb topping makes a delightful textural contrast to the soft and creamy sprouts!

    Fast Sweet Potatoes

    How to bake a sweet potato in a hurry

    This no-brainer recipe shows you how to make a speedy sweet potato! Give everyone their own individual sweet potato 'casserole' by topping these with a few marshmallows and pecans. YUM!

    Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Medley

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    Roasted vegetables are a great way to please veggie haters, AND they're a good one to prep the night before!

    Healthier Green Bean Casserole

    Since I didn't get around to shooting new pictures for this, you get to bask in my early day photography, which is just horrific. Recipe is good though, lol!

    FRESH SALADS AND DRESSINGS

    Fresh Potato Salad

    Fresh and Clean Potato Salad (Mayo-Free, Dairy-Free)

    This would be a great make-ahead dish, as oven space and time are both precious on the actual holiday!

    Kale Salad

    Merry Christmas Stay Fit Kale Salad (Grain-Free, Nut-Free) 4

    Despite having the colors of Christmas, this salad would make a great addition to Thanksgiving! Fresh, easy, and full of nutrition to offset those pies. 🙂

    No-Mayo Cole Slaw

    No-Mayo Cole Slaw

    This is another great one to make ahead, as the flavors just get better with time!

    The Best Apple Cider Vinegar Dressing

    Sugar-free salad dresing recipe

    This truly is my FAVORITE salad dressing, and it gets a huge thumbs up from my kids as well!

    The Best Healthy Ranch Dressing

    Healthy yogurt ranch dressing

    If vinegar isn't your first choice for salad, give this creamy ranch a try! Make a big batch and bring on the crudite!

    LOWER SUGAR DESSERTS

    Tart Berry Pie

    Healthy and easy berry pie recipe

    I know my most recent crop of desserts wouldn't exactly please the average sugar lover, BUT!...this pie may just be the exception! Top it with some sugar-laden ice cream, and they'll never know.

    Cinnamon Apple Cobbler

    Low Sugar Cinnamon Apple Cobbler

    Another low sugar recipe that you can top with ice cream - This is one of my favorites on the blog! It's easy, delicious, and so healthy!

    Lighter Blueberry Crisp

    Light and Healthy Blueberry Crisp (Vegan, Nut-Free) 6

    While this recipe is for a small serving, it can easily be doubled or tripled, as needed. Again with the ice cream, but if you get yourself a good brand of blueberries, you might not need it!

    Lower Sugar Apple Crumble

    Healthy apple crumble without nuts

    Lol to that title, as my grandma was quite the sugar lover! This recipe is just as good and (as the name says) healthier for you!

    Clean Honey Pumpkin Pie

    Clean Honey Pumpkin Pie (Egg-Free, Dairy-Free, Oil-Free) 3

    Now, Thanksgiving wouldn't be complete without a creamy pumpkin pie to round it out! This egg-free version is almost custard-like in texture! The arrowroot really sets it up to be a bit softer than the average pie, and it truly is irresistible! One of my finest creations.

    Lower Sugar Pumpkin Pie

    Healthy low sugar pumpkin pie recipe

    If you're looking to please lower carb/sugar guests, this pie may be perfect for you. This is the exact one I currently make for our crew.

    Healthy Chocolate Meringue Pie

    Healthy chocolate meringue pie without dairy

    I FINALLY got this up, after years of trying to get the pudding layer just right. The way we make it is with the lower end of sugar added, but you can up it as needed.

    Healthy Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes

    Pumpkin pie cupcakes with oat flour

    A delicious little handheld bite of pumpkin goodness, these would be great for kids!

    MISCELLANEOUS ACCOUTREMENTS

    Homemade Parmesan Breadcrumbs

    Homemade parmesan breadcrumbs with sprouted bread

    These make a delicious topping for all things casserole!

    No-Roll Oat Flour Pie Crust

    Overhead shot of pie crust with a pink background.

    For all your pie crust needs, this gluten-free pie crust is simply pressed into the pan.

    I hope you found some good ideas for your (healthy) Thanksgiving table this year! ♥

     

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    1. Heather

      November 20, 2019 at 2:31 pm

      These all look so yummy! Thanks for all the great recipes. Congratulations on your new baby! Have a great Thanksgiving!!

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