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    40 Healthy Thanksgiving Sides

    Published: Nov 11, 2018 · Modified: Nov 19, 2021 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · Leave a Comment

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    The turkey may take center stage, but you can't go wrong with these 40 ideas Healthy Thanksgiving Sides to complete the feast! Everything from sweet potatoes to cranberry sauce...I've got you covered.
    The turkey may take center stage, but you can't go wrong with these 40 ideas Healthy Thanksgiving Sides to complete the feast! Everything from sweet potatoes to cranberry sauce...I've got you covered. #thanksgiving #sidedish #cleaneating

    This list of healthy Thanksgiving sides is just what you need for the big feast! I know what you're thinking. Thanksgiving is only once a year, so why not dive into all of the buttery, cream-laden goodness with abandon? I hear you! But...what if the healthy Thanksgiving side dishes tasted just as good as the not-so-healthy options? And what if you're craving mashed sweet potatoes or dressed-up green beans on any other day of the year?

    And chances that there will be at least someone at your holiday table with dietary restrictions. There are quite a few options for special diets in this list, whether that's gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, keto, paleo or low fat. Keeping all of the guests happy in one fell swoop!

    Instagram-button If you make any of these recipes, I'd love to see them on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK or tag me @cookincanuck in your stories, and I'll be sure to find your photos.

    Healthy Thanksgiving Sides:

    Vegetable Sides:

    Shredded Brussels sprouts are an easy and colorful side dish for Thanksgiving. Tons of flavor from the pistachios, dried cranberries & Parmesan! 83 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
    Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Pistachios, Cranberries & Parmesan
    Shredded Brussels sprouts are an easy and colorful side dish for Thanksgiving. Tons of flavor from the pistachios, dried cranberries & Parmesan!
    Check out this recipe
    Cinnamon Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Almonds
    Put aside all of those childhood memories of Brussels sprouts. These roasted ones, with dried cranberries and toasted almonds, will knock your socks off!
    Check out this recipe
    Sautéed green beans and mushrooms on a white plate, with a gray napkin.
    Sautéed Green Beans and Mushrooms
    Sautéed green beans and mushrooms are quick and easy to make. Serve them as a fresh holiday side dish or with a weeknight meal. Light, vegan side dish that everyone will love!
    Check out this recipe

    Spiced Pumpkin Puree with Carrot {Masala Herb}
    Cranberry Glazed Carrots {With Food & Love}
    Roasted Butternut Squash with Apples, Tart Cherries & Walnuts {Allergy Free Alaska}

    These Easy Green Beans with Prosciutto and Pistachios are a fantastic side dish for your holiday meal! 91 calories and 2 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
    Easy Greens Beans with Prosciutto & Pistachios
    These Easy Green Beans with Prosciutto and Pistachios are a fantastic side dish for your holiday meal!
    Check out this recipe

    Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts {Recipes From a Pantry}
    Za'atar Roasted Carrots {A Cedar Spoon}

    Sweet potatoes/yams Recipes:

    Sweet potato casserole with pecan topping in a white casserole dish, with a silver spoon. Gray napkin underneath.
    Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole (Vegan)
    Baked sweet potato casserole just got a makeover with an amazing chipotle maple pecan topping. Don't miss out on this one! It also happens to be vegan (with non-vegan options included).
    Check out this recipe
    These vegan Coconut Ginger Mashed Sweet Potatoes are going to blow your mind! So much flavor with only 4 ingredients. 131 calories and 5 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP #dairyfree #vegan #thanksgiving
    Coconut Ginger Mashed Sweet Potatoes
    These vegan Coconut Ginger Mashed Sweet Potatoes are going to blow your mind! So much flavor with only 4 ingredients. 
    Check out this recipe
    Sweet potato noodles are spruced up with crispy prosciutto, dried cranberries and creamy goat cheese. The perfect autumn side dish! 167 calories and 6 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP #sweetpotato #recipe
    Autumn Sweet Potato Noodles with Prosciutto & Cranberries
    Sweet potato noodles are spruced up with crispy prosciutto, dried cranberries and creamy goat cheese. The perfect autumn side dish!
    Check out this recipe
    Tart Cherry Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables…Amazing flavors in this side dish! You won’t be able to stop eating them. 202 calories and 6 Weight Watcher Freestyle SP
    Tart Cherry Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables Recipe
    Tart Cherry Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables…Amazing flavors in this side dish! You won’t be able to stop eating them.
    Check out this recipe

    Maple Sweet Potato Casserole {Amy's Healthy Baking}
    Paleo Scalloped Sweet Potato with Maple Orange Glaze {Noshtastic}
    Sweet & Salty Roasted Sweet Potatoes {Julie Blanner}

    Potatoes:

    This loaded mashed potato casserole with bacon and caramelized onions just might steal the show on feast day! It’s fantastic for as a Sunday dinner side dish, too. 141 calories and 4 Weight Watchers SP | Thanksgiving | Holidays | Make Ahead | Side Dishes | With Cream Cheese | Easy | Without Sour Cream | For A Crowd #thanksgivingrecipes #mashedpotatocasserole #mashedpotatoes #thanksgivingrecipes #Creamerpotatoes
    Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole with Bacon & Caramelized Onions
    This loaded mashed potato casserole with bacon and caramelized onions just might steal the show on feast day! It’s fantastic for as a Sunday dinner side dish, too. 141 calories and 4 Weight Watchers SP
    Check out this recipe
    Light Mashed Potatoes with Kale & Goat Cheese
    This rustic, but light mashed potato recipe elevates Creamer potatoes with caramelized shallots, fresh kale and tangy goat cheese.
    Check out this recipe
    Vegan Mashed Potato and Cauliflower Recipe with Roasted Peppers and Caramelized Onions #vegan #mashedpotatoes
    Vegan Mashed Potatoes & Cauliflower Recipe with Roasted Peppers & Caramelized Onions
    Serve up this light, dairy free Vegan Mashed Potato & Cauliflower dish, with roasted peppers and caramelized onions for Thanksgiving this year.
    Check out this recipe

    Easy New Potatoes Recipe Ready in 30 Minutes {Eating Richly}
    Healthy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes {Healthy Seasonal Recipes}
    Hummus Mashed Potatoes {Gimme Some Oven}

    Stuffing Recipes:

    Sausage stuffing in a white baking dish.
    Turkey Stuffing with Sausage
    This is, quite simply, the best sausage stuffing recipe! Rich with fresh herbs, chicken Italian sausage and tender cubes of bread, it’s my family’s favorite Thanksgiving side dish. And a bonus – it can be made ahead of time!
    Check out this recipe

    Cauliflower Low Carb Paleo Vegan Stuffing {Food Faith Fitness}
    Keto Spicy Sausage & Cheddar Stuffing {All Day I Dream About Food}
    Butternut Squash & Leek Stuffing {Love & Lemons}
    Best Ever Wild Rice Stuffing {Iowa Girl Eats}
    Vegan Stuffing with Mushrooms {Veggie Inspired}

    Salad Recipes:

    Wooden salad bowl filled with green salad with apples and pecans.
    Autumn Salad with Apple & Pecans
    The ultimate fall salad! This apple pecans salad makes salad eating irresistibly good. Sweet apples, creamy goat cheese and maple pecans are tossed with fresh greens and an easy apple cider vinaigrette.
    Check out this recipe
    Green salad in a large white bowl, with golden brown pears, goat cheese and wooden salad servers.
    Maple Pear Salad with Goat Cheese
    The ultimate fall salad! My boys adore pears, so this maple pear salad with goat cheese gets rave reviews every time I serve it.
    Check out this recipe

    Farro, Cranberry & Goat Cheese Salad {Life's Ambrosia}
    Barley Butternut Squash Salad {Running to the Kitchen}
    Brussels Sprouts Kale Salad {Foolproof Living}
    Roasted Winter Vegetable Quinoa Salad with Cider Vinaigrette {The Roasted Root}

    Sauces:

    Dried Cherry & Orange Cranberry Sauce Recipe
    Fresh cranberry sauce is a must-have at any Thanksgiving feast. This one is made with plump dried cherries and orange juice in less than 20 minutes.
    Check out this recipe
    Whip up a batch of this Instant Pot Applesauce in about 30 minutes. Serve it with roast chicken or on top of ice cream. 143 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
    Instant Pot Applesauce Recipe
    Whip up a batch of this Instant Pot Applesauce in about 30 minutes. Serve it with roast chicken or on top of ice cream.
    Check out this recipe
    How to Make Turkey Gravy: Recipe & Troubleshooting
    This turkey gravy has been a no-fail recipe for our family for years. But if you run into any troubles, there are plenty of tips for fixing your gravy.
    Check out this recipe
    Crockpot Pear & Ginger Applesauce
    This easy crockpot pear applesauce with ginger takes very little effort when made in the slow cooker. Eat it on its own or scoop it onto ice cream.
    Check out this recipe

    The Best Instant Pot Applesauce with Apple Brandy {Healthy Slow Cooking}

    Bread Recipes:

    You won’t be able to stop eating this savory Mushroom Rosemary Olive Oil Bread. It is really easy to make and is a fantastic side for soups! 179 calories and 6 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
    Mushroom Rosemary Olive Oil Bread
    You won’t be able to stop eating this savory Mushroom Rosemary Olive Oil Bread. It is really easy to make and is a fantastic side for soups!
    Check out this recipe

    Gluten-Free Vegan Teff Oat Rolls {Healthy Slow Cooking}

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