35 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

Published Nov 19, 2019 By Diane
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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.

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35 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

1. Southwestern Spaghetti Squash with Chicken

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Southwestern Spaghetti Squash with Chicken - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

For a simple but delicious healthy Thanksgiving side dish, try this chicken and veggie spaghetti squash recipe.

2. Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Oven Roasted Turkey Breast - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

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

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Balsamic Garlic Roasted Green Beans and Mushrooms - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

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

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Creamy Coconut Ginger-Carrot Soup - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

5. Pumpkin Risotto With Goat Cheese & Dried Cranberries

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Pumpkin Risotto With Goat Cheese & Dried Cranberries - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

6. Roasted Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Roasted Hasselback Sweet Potatoes - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

7. Roasted Acorn Squash With Cranberry Walnut Quinoa Stuffing

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Roasted Acorn Squash With Cranberry Walnut Quinoa Stuffing - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

 

8. Lemon Parmesan Garlic Roasted Potatoes

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Lemon Parmesan Garlic Roasted Potatoes - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

9. Cauliflower Rice Stuffing

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Cauliflower Rice Stuffing - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

10. No Bake Pumpkin Balls

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - No Bake Pumpkin Balls - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

11. Stuffed Butternut Squash with Quinoa Cranberries and Kale

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Stuffed Butternut Squash with Quinoa Cranberries and Kale - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

12. Brussels Sprouts, Cranberry And Quinoa Salad

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Brussels Sprouts, Cranberry And Quinoa Salad - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

13. Cinnamon Apple Chips

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Cinnamon Apple Chips - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

14. Clean Eating Pecan Pie

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Clean Eating Pecan Pie - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

15. Classic Chickpea Vegan Meatloaf

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Classic Chickpea Vegan Meatloaf - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

16. Easy Artisan Bread

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Easy Artisan Bread - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

17. Pumpkin Hummus

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Pumpkin Hummus - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

 

18. Farro, Mushroom, Cranberry & Walnut Stuffed Acorn Squash

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19. Garlic and Rosemary Skillet Bread

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Garlic and Rosemary Skillet Bread - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

20. Baked Apples With Sausage Stuffing

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Baked Apples With Sausage Stuffing - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

21. Roasted Coriander Carrots With Caramelized Onions

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Roasted Coriander Carrots With Caramelized Onions - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

22. Quinoa Stuffing

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Quinoa Stuffing - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

23. Broccoli Casserole

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Broccoli Casserole - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

24. Baked Parmesan Zucchini

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Baked Parmesan Zucchini - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

25. Turkey Orzo Soup

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Turkey Orzo Soup - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

26. Herb Roasted Turkey

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Herb Roasted Turkey - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

27. Mini Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cheesecakes

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Mini Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cheesecakes - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

28. Apple Crisp

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Apple Crisp - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

29. Roasted Sweet Potato And Wild Rice Salad

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Roasted Sweet Potato And Wild Rice Salad - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

30. Apple Pecan Stuffing

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Apple Pecan Stuffing - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

31. Skinny Corn Casserole

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Skinny Corn Casserole - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

32. Skinny Turkey & Wild Rice Soup

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Skinny Turkey & Wild Rice Soup - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

33. Gluten Free Walnut And Kale Quinoa Stuffing

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Gluten Free Walnut And Kale Quinoa Stuffing - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

34. Kale Pizza Crust

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Kale Pizza Crust - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

35. Shredded Brussels Sprouts With Bacon And Walnut

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Shredded Brussels Sprouts With Bacon And Walnut - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

 

Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Low fat Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Recipe for Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Pie and Desserts, Appetizers, Vegetables and Side Dishes like Spinach, Broccoli, Cranberries, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans - Easy and Quick Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes for Low Carb, Low Fat and Clean Eating Diet

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