Looking for some easy but healthy Thanksgiving recipes? I used to think I needed to just skip Thanksgiving when I was trying not to overindulge or break my diet, and was thrilled to learn that was not at all necessary. From stuffing to gravy to delicious desserts and sides, try out these healthy but fabulous recipes for the holidays.
35 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes
1. Southwestern Spaghetti Squash with Chicken
For a simple but delicious healthy Thanksgiving side dish, try this chicken and veggie spaghetti squash recipe.
2. Oven Roasted Turkey Breast
Sure, deep fried turkey or the version loaded with dressing is good, but an amazing baked turkey holds it own when it is properly prepared. Learn how to make baked turkey that is healthy but flavorful and not dry.
3. Balsamic Garlic Roasted Green Beans and Mushrooms
Green beans are one of my favorite Thanksgiving side dishes, but my grandmother’s version with the canned soup and mayo is far from healthy. Try this mushroom and green bean casserole that is full of flavor but low in fat.
4. Creamy Coconut Ginger-Carrot Soup
5. Pumpkin Risotto With Goat Cheese & Dried Cranberries
6. Roasted Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
7. Roasted Acorn Squash With Cranberry Walnut Quinoa Stuffing
8. Lemon Parmesan Garlic Roasted Potatoes
9. Cauliflower Rice Stuffing
10. No Bake Pumpkin Balls
11. Stuffed Butternut Squash with Quinoa Cranberries and Kale
12. Brussels Sprouts, Cranberry And Quinoa Salad
13. Cinnamon Apple Chips
14. Clean Eating Pecan Pie
15. Classic Chickpea Vegan Meatloaf
16. Easy Artisan Bread
17. Pumpkin Hummus
18. Farro, Mushroom, Cranberry & Walnut Stuffed Acorn Squash
19. Garlic and Rosemary Skillet Bread
20. Baked Apples With Sausage Stuffing
21. Roasted Coriander Carrots With Caramelized Onions
22. Quinoa Stuffing
23. Broccoli Casserole
24. Baked Parmesan Zucchini
25. Turkey Orzo Soup
26. Herb Roasted Turkey
27. Mini Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cheesecakes
28. Apple Crisp
29. Roasted Sweet Potato And Wild Rice Salad
30. Apple Pecan Stuffing
31. Skinny Corn Casserole
32. Skinny Turkey & Wild Rice Soup
33. Gluten Free Walnut And Kale Quinoa Stuffing
34. Kale Pizza Crust
35. Shredded Brussels Sprouts With Bacon And Walnut