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    53 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes to make your menu with

    Nov 16, 2020 ·

    Looking for some Thanksgiving menu options still? We've got you covered with these amazing healthier appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, salads, desserts, and drinks. Everything you need to just pick an option or two in each category and build the perfect menu for your Thanksgiving feast. Let's dig in because my mouth is already watering!

    53 main meals, sides, apps, desserts, and salads all to make your menu easy for thanksgiving

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    Appetizers

    These are our favorite appetizers to make your mouth water and keep people happy before the Thanksgiving feast.

    Instant Pot Steamed Dumplings

    Photo Credit: www.corriecooks.com

    Healthy Deviled Eggs- No Mayo, No Avocado

    Pumpkin Pie Truffles {paleo, vegan, AIP option}

    Photo Credit: wholesomefamilyliving.com

    Simple Orange Cinnamon Acorn Squash Rings

    Photo Credit: melissatraub.com

    Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa

    Photo Credit: alternativedish.com

    Smoked Garlic Almonds

    Photo Credit: lifecurrentsblog.com

    Roasted Carrots with Garlicky Lemon Tahini Sauce

    Photo Credit: vikalinka.com

    Goat Cheese Prosciutto Lingonberry Jam Bruschetta

    Photo Credit: www.drugstoredivas.net

    Our Favorite Appetizer Servers

    Main Dishes

    Your main dish for Thanksgiving might be Turkey, but don't you want it to be better than ever this year? Or maybe you want something totally different. Check out these main dish recipes and get ready to drool.

    Juicy Roasted Turkey Breast

    Photo Credit: www.deliciousmeetshealthy.com

    How to Dry Brine a Turkey

    Photo Credit: theshortordercook.com

    Vegan Holiday roast – WFPB, no-oil, cheap, succulent and festive!

    Photo Credit: sevenroses.net

    Roasted Chicken With Herbs And Butter-Healthy Life Trainer

    Photo Credit: www.healthylifetrainer.com

    Festive Whole Roasted Chicken with Brie and Grapes

    Photo Credit: www.mychefsapron.com

    Bacon Wrapped Low Carb Keto Turkey Meatloaf Recipe

    Photo Credit: www.wholesomeyum.com

    Juicy Roasted Turkey Breast - Nourish Plate

    Photo Credit: nourishplate.com

    Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken in a Dutch Oven

    Photo Credit: carmyy.com

    Easy Instant Pot Ham Recipe with Vegetables

    Photo Credit: sustainmycookinghabit.com

    Thanksgiving Stuffed Turkey Breast

    Photo Credit: castironrecipes.com

    Paleo Maple Apple Brined Turkey

    Photo Credit: raiasrecipes.com

    Our Favorite Main Dish Must Haves

    Side Dishes

    Isn't Thanksgiving really ALL about the side dishes though? I don't know about you but I am here for the stuffing and mashed potatoes. Check out these other recipes that have us ooo-ing and ahh-ing.

    Gluten free Dairy free Green Bean Casserole

    Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing with Sausage (dairy free)

    Oven Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan + White Wine

    Garlicky Roast Potatoes with Feta

    Mashed Sweet Potatoes

    Photo Credit: www.deliciousmeetshealthy.com

    Amazing Roasted Green Beans with Everything But the Bagel Sesame Seasoning

    Photo Credit: theshortordercook.com

    Keto Orange Cranberry Sauce! - Low Carb - Sugar Free - Keen for Keto

    Photo Credit: keenforketo.com

    Harvest Squash Casserole {How To Cook Spaghetti Squash}

    Photo Credit: whatagirleats.com

    Moroccan Carrots--kid-friendly, vegan, gluten-free & whole30

    Photo Credit: wholenewmom.com

    Whipped Sweet Potato Souffle Casserole With Walnuts

    Photo Credit: thematbakh.com

    Cauliflower Rice And Sausage Stuffing

    Photo Credit: lowcarbafrica.com

    Hasselback Style Butternut Squash with Baked Brie

    Photo Credit: www.marathonsandmotivation.com

    Our Favorite Side Dish Staples

    Salads

    A salad is a staple in a good Thanksgiving feast, but making it really shine as more than just leaves and dressing is the trick! Here are our favorite creative and delicious salads.

    Roasted Veggie Pasta Salad with Bacon

    Refreshing Watermelon Goat Cheese Salad

    This amazing watermelon salad recipe with goat cheese and walnuts is so refreshing.  Add in mint, cucumber, basil, or whatever other ideas you have and top it off with our red wine vinaigrette for an amazing summer salad recipe! 

    Pear And Gorgonzola Salad With Candied Pecans

    Photo Credit: whatagirleats.com

    Spinach Apple Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

    Photo Credit: erhardtseat.com

    Roasted Pumpkin and Beet Salad with Arugula and Feta

    Photo Credit: www.justbeetit.com

    Vegan Rice Salad

    Photo Credit: www.marathonsandmotivation.com

    Roasted Pumpkin and Beetroot Salad

    Photo Credit: www.mapleandmango.com

    Wild Rice Salad with Maple Cider Vinaigrette

    Photo Credit: theviewfromgreatisland.com

    Creamy Vegan Coleslaw Recipe

    Photo Credit: moonandspoonandyum.com

    Farro Sweet Potato Salad | Sprouts And Krauts | Vegan Holiday Side Dish

    Photo Credit: sproutsandkrauts.com

    Our Favorite Salad Things

    Desserts

    Isn't the dessert what we look forward to in every holiday? And you don't and shouldn't skimp out on them just because you want a healthier Thanksgiving menu! Here are our favorites.

    Soft + Fluffy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Dairy Free Chickpea Pumpkin Pie (+gluten free pie crust)

    Skillet Gluten Free Apple Crumble

    Easy Baked Cinnamon Apples

    How to Make Whipped Coconut Milk

    Coconut whipped cream is so silky, creamy, and delicious on everything. Dip strawberries, top pies and hot chocolate, everything and anything is better with some whipped coconut milk!

    Keto Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Danish

    Photo Credit: keenforketo.com

    Easy Paleo Pumpkin Custard--Low Carb, Paleo, AIP | Whole New Mom

    Photo Credit: wholenewmom.com

    The BEST Crustless Pumpkin Pie

    Photo Credit: www.theflavorbender.com

    Easy Chocolate Coffee Mousse

    Photo Credit: www.mychefsapron.com

    Paleo Pecan Pie Bars

    Photo Credit: www.deliciousmeetshealthy.com

    Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake (paleo, no-bake) - Texanerin Baking

    Photo Credit: www.texanerin.com

    Skinny Filo Pumpkin Pie

    Photo Credit: whereismyspoon.co

    Our Favorite Dessert Dishes

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