Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner and the company of family and friends with these 20 Healthy Thanksgiving Sides including healthy cornbread, roasted vegetables, delicious salads and brussels sprouts galore!
Delicious + Healthy Thanksgiving Sides!
Can you believe it’s my twelfth year sharing healthy Thanksgiving recipes?! As a recipe developer and food blogger for the past decade I’m honored you consider me a source for healthy recipes for your Thanksgiving menu.
In true maven fashion, I wanted to share a round-up of 20 Healthy Thanksgiving sides you can make for your turkey dinner. But this isn’t about “staying on track” or how to not gain weight during Thanksgiving… This is about enjoying your food, your company and making some healthy swaps here and there. My goal is to help you live healthFULLY, not live for your health!
For many reasons, the holidays can be a stressful time for some, so the least of your worries should be what you’re eating. From cornbread to stuffing, sweet potatoes to green beans, all of these healthy thanksgiving side dishes are made from delicious and fresh ingredients that you and your Thanksgiving crew will love, healthy or not!
*Recipe Tip
If you’re looking for some ideas with what to do with your leftover turkey, check out this Turkey Carcass Soup and this Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Salad recipe. They’re a great use of Thanksgiving flavors and pair perfectly with a side of leftover veggies from your inspiration below!
20 Healthy Thanksgiving Sides
Maple Roasted Squash with Tahini Yogurt Dressing
This Maple Roasted Squash with Tahini Yogurt Dressing makes a perfect weeknight dinner or Thanksgiving side dish. The squash caramelizes and is topped with a thick and creamy tahini yogurt dressing topped with pepitas and pomegranate seeds. You’ll be going back for seconds!
Fall Butternut Squash Salad
Celebrate fall with this delicious and beautiful butternut squash salad! Made with roasted butternut squash, kale, pomegranate seeds, candied pecans, feta cheese in a delicious apple cider vinegar dressing this recipe makes the perfect fall salad or Thanksgiving side!
Cauliflower Stuffing [Made with Cauliflower Rice!]
This healthy, low-carb cauliflower rice stuffing will convince your Thanksgiving guests to jump on board the cauliflower rice train, while secretly getting them to eat more veggies! Plus it’s ready in under 20 minutes.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Farro Salad
A healthy recipe for fall, this Roasted Brussels Sprouts Farro Salad makes the perfect weeknight side dish or main or holiday standout dish. Simple ingredients but full of natural flavors the whole family will enjoy.
Roasted Honeynut Squash
A healthy side dish made simple with this easy four ingredient roasted honeynut squash. Just slice and roast for a delicious veggie side full of healthy goodness and flavor.
Orange Pecan Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole
Welcome Fall with this zesty and flavourful sweet potato side dish! This Orange Pecan Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole is easy to make, and the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table or weeknight dinner.
Crispy Smashed Brussel Sprouts
Perfectly tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, these crispy smashed brussel sprouts are sure to be the star of your table! Perfect as a side dish to any weeknight dinner or special occasion meal. Simply boil, smash and bake for crispy brussel sprout success!
Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad
A simple and easy side dish for Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad. This fresh and seasonal salad recipe is a great addition to your Thanksgiving table or for an easy weeknight dinner recipe. Top with a protein for a full meal in one!
Cornbread Stuffing
Ditch the boxed stuffing with this delicious and healthy cornbread stuffing recipe made with homemade cornbread, veggies and spices! Only one pan required and ready in under 30 minutes. It’s perfect for your Thanksgiving feast!
Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts
Enjoy these Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts as a holiday side or winter weeknight dish. Packed full of flavor from fresh orange and smoky bacon, these bacon brussels sprouts can be easily made in the oven and will not disappoint.
Acorn Squash Soup
s healthy, autumn Roasted Acorn Squash Soup is sweet and savory with a lightly roasted flavor to make a delicious, filling and vegan fall recipe for the whole family. It’s the best of fall, in a bowl!
Wild Rice Pilaf Recipe with Butternut Squash
Spruce up your rice pilaf for fall with this Wild Rice Pilaf recipe with butternut squash! A delicious whole-grain salad made with wild rice, squash, almonds, cranberries and a simple balsamic vinaigrette for an easy dinner side dish or meal.
Charred Green Beans with Garlic and Pomegranate Seeds
The roasted flavour of the green beans with the pop of sweetness from the pomegranates will make these charred green beans with garlic and pomegranate seeds your new favorite!
Sweet Potato Cornbread
A sweet and savory snack or side, this Sweet Potato Cornbread will easily become a staple this holiday season. This fall dish has the earthiness of cornmeal mixed with the sweetness of sweet potato for a moist and delicious loaf.
Harvest Farro Salad
Get the best of fall with this Harvest Farro Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and a Pomegranate Molasses Dressing. A seasonal favorite full of nutrition and delicious flavors for a side dish or main!
Rosemary Butternut Squash
A simple fall side dish for roasted butternut squash with rosemary. Just toss with onion and olive oil and roast to perfection with a subtle hint of rosemary for flavor.
Wild Rice Stuffed Portobellos
Wild Rice Stuffed Portobellos that are easy to make, gluten-free and vegan and full of nutrition for a delicious weeknight side dish recipe. Perfect for mushroom and non-mushroom lovers alike!
Green Bean Salad
Looking for a delicious side dish or Thanksgiving recipe that packs in the flavor? This green bean salad is simple and comes together quickly but is always a fan favorite. Highlight the best of fresh green beans in this fantastic and easy recipe.
Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic
A classic roasted brussel sprouts recipe with a balsamic vinegar twist. The perfect fall dish or Thanksgiving side dish packed-full of healthy ingredients and flavors.
Farro Stuffed Delicata Squash
Enjoy the best of fall in this farro stuffed delicata squash with pecans, pumpkin seeds, pomegranates and goat cheese. Complete this vegetarian dinner with a delicious balsamic vinegar dressing that adds depth and flavor for both meat-eaters and non-meat-eaters alike!
