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25 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

Taylor KiserBy Taylor Kiser
Taylor Kiser
Taylor Kiser Founder of Food Faith Fitness

Taylor Kiser is a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach and a lover of health and fitness. A follower of Christ. Recipe developer. Photographer. Obsessed with cookie dough, pink & leop…

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Need some Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes? Here are 25 healthy, easy and gluten free side dishes for your table that everyone will love!

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PIN 25 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

Well, Halloween is officially over, which means it’s time to move onto my THIRD favorite holiday: Thanksgiving!

I’m a “Halloween, then Christmas, then Thanksgiving” kinda gal.

Truth be told, I still find it SUPER weird to celebrate Thanksgiving in November. As a Canadian, I am still so used to doing it in October. It seems so odd to have a major holiday ONE month before another major holiday.

It’s also super weird to share it with MY BIRTHDAY. Thatsss right, my 27th birthday falls RIGHT on Thanksgiving this year. I’m one of those “birthday obsessed” people, so I am not a fan of sharing the spotlight with the turkey and stuffing 😉

Regardless, I won’t complain about having to eat more stuffing, turkey, mashed potatoes and all the other good stuff. Any time we get to gobble (get it?!) those up is a good day in my books. I am HUGE fan of stuffing. it’s my favorite and I could eat it every single day forever. Fun fact about me: I actually hate gravy. I don’t eat it on my stuffing, turkey, ANYTHING. You are about to judge me for saying this…

I eat ketchup on my turkey. Started when I was little and just NEVER GREW UP.

Anyway. Thanksgiving also comes with A LOT of food that isn’t typically SUPER good for us.

Moderation is key, so I believe you should still partake in the food you LOVE! But, there is a way to make some healthy Thanksgiving food and still actually, liiiike, taste’s REALLY good! There is no point in eating healthy food that tastes like cardboard am I right?

I’ve done a LOT of testing of various healthy, gluten free Thanksgiving side dish recipes over the almost 5 years FFF has been around, and now I’ve compiled them all in one easy place for you! So, here’s all the easy healthy thanksgiving recipes:

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Vegan Mac and Cheese with Butternut Squash Noodles

Vegan, Paleo, Whole30, Dairy Free

So creamy you will never guess it’s a healthy, vegan mac and cheese! Use butternut squash noodles to keep it gluten and grain free and only 6 ingredients!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Cauliflower Alfredo Vegan Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Vegan, Paleo, Whole30, Dairy Free

These whole30 compliant cauliflower Alfredo vegan scalloped sweet potatoes are so rich and creamy you’ll never know that they’re under 200 calories, dairy free, paleo friendly and have hidden veggies! Healthy comfort food at its best!

25 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Paleo Easy Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping

Paleo, Grain Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Whole30, Vegan

Paleo Easy Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping is the best side dish for Thanksgiving! Whole30/vegan friendly and gluten/grain/dairy/egg/sugar free!

25 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Curried Savory Vegan Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Dairy Free, Grain Free

These Curried Savory Vegan Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a sweet and spicy spin on a holiday classic! So creamy you will never believe they are dairy, grain and gluten free and paleo/whole30 compliant!

25 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole in the Slow Cooker

Paleo, Dairy Free, Grain Free

Let the slow cooker do all the work for you this Thanksgiving with this quick and easy paleo sweet potato casserole! You won’t even miss the marshmallows!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Apple Raisin Easy Gluten Free Stuffing

Gluten Free, Dairy Free

This apple raisin easy gluten free stuffing is made from a mixture of bread and cinnamon raisin bagels! It’s the perfect simple, healthy Thanksgiving side dish!

25 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Healthy Vegan Green Bean Casserole

Vegan, Paleo,Whole30, Dairy Free

You’ll never believe this rich, creamy vegan green bean casserole is dairy and gluten free, paleo friendly and whole30 compliant! Perfect for a healthy Thanksgiving!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Superfood Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Paleo, Dairy Free, Grain Free

These salty-sweet superfood roasted Brussels sprouts are tender, crispy and have a surprise pomegranate crunch! They’re the perfect, paleo-friendly healthy Thanksgiving side!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Pecan Pie Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Paleo, Vegan, Dairy Free, Grain Free

These healthy twice baked sweet potatoes have a pecan pie filling and only require 6 ingredients! They’re the perfect sweet and savory, gluten free Thanksgiving side dish that’s paleo and vegan friendly!

25 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Balsamic Butternut Squash Salad with Bacon

Paleo, Dairy Free, Grain Free

This balsamic butternut squash salad features crispy bacon and a sweet and tangy maple glaze! It’s a healthy, paleo friendly side dish with only 5 ingredients!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Paleo Maple Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes in Coconut Oil

Paleo, Vegan, Dairy Free, Grain Free

These quick Paleo Maple Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes in Coconut Oil are sweet, spicy and so easy to make! A light and healthy Fall side that your family will love!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes with 5 Ingredients

Gluten Free, Low Carb, Grain Free, Low Calorie

These quick and easy, low carb cauliflower mashed potatoes only have 5 ingredients, 62 calories, 1 SmartPoint and use a secret ingredient to pack them with protein! They’re perfect for a healthy Thanksgiving!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction, Goat Cheese and Almonds

Gluten Free, Grain Free

These Roasted Brussels Sprouts are tossed with balsamic reduction, goat cheese and almonds for a quick, easy and healthy side dish! My husband declared these addictive!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Cauliflower Bake with Goat Cheese 

Grain Free, Low Carb, Gluten Free

This Goat Cheese Cauliflower Bake is super creamy and extra delicious with a little bit of bacon. You would never guess it’s super easy, healthy and low carb!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Sage Kale Pesto with Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash

Gluten Free, Grain Free

Kale pesto is mixed with sage and nuts and then tossed with Parmesan roasted acorn squash for a quick, healthy side dish that is sure to please a crowd!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Curried Butternut Squash Salad with Apples, Dates and Pecans 

Paleo, Vegan, Dairy Free, Grain Free

This spiralized butternut squash salad is full of apples, dates and pecans. It has a spicy-sweet flavor and is a healthy, paleo and vegan friendly side dish!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Paleo, Vegan, Whole30, Grain Free, Dairy Free

These easy scalloped sweet potatoes are SO creamy and flavorful, you’ll have a hard time believing they’re secretly healthy and paleo and vegan friendly!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Easy Gluten Free Stuffing

Gluten Free, Dairy Free

This gluten free stuffing is moist and so packed with flavor, you would never know how easy it is to make! Perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday meal!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potatoes and Bacon

Gluten Free, Grain Free, Paleo, Dairy Free

Just wanted you to know that my friends at Pompeian are sponsoring this recipe, and packing it with a big ol’ flavor PUNCH!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Easy Blanched Asparagus Recipe with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette

Paleo, Vegan, Dairy Free, Grain Free

This quick and easy blanched asparagus recipe is marinated in a maple Dijon vinaigrette to make a perfect, healthy side dish that the whole family will love! Only 60 calories and 2 SmartPoints too!

25 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes - Need some ideas for Thanksgiving or Christmas? All of these side dishes are gluten free, healthier and many are paleo, whole30 and vegan! All the taste and better for you! | Foodfaithfitness.com | @FoodFaithFit

Roasted Carrots with Coconut and Cumin 

Paleo, Vegan, Whole30, Grain Free, Dairy Free

These Roasted Carrots with Coconut and Cumin make a simple, easy, healthy and delicious side dish!

I hope you enjoy these recipes this Holiday Season! <3

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Taylor Kiser is a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach and a lover of health and fitness. A follower of Christ. Recipe developer. Photographer. Obsessed with cookie dough, pink & leopard print.

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