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Healthy Easy Thanksgiving Recipes

By: Erin11/12/20

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This healthy easy Thanksgiving recipe roundup is proof that there is a way to make simple and healthy takes on classic Thanksgiving recipes.

We are getting so close to Thanksgiving and I am getting SO excited about all of the good food. I feel like it is that one holiday where you can completely just unbutton your pants and go to town on everything.

And all of the food is so unique – I mean we don’t ever have stuffing, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, or pecan pie on a regular basis. I wish we did because it is some of my most favorite foods, but I think it makes Thanksgiving that much more special.

While I’m all for indulging on the holidays and eating whatever your body wants, the whole basis of my blog is create healthier recipes, so I took great pride in making some amazingly delicious Thanksgiving favorites. We’ve got side dishes and desserts, and it is all so delicious.

These healthy easy Thanksgiving recipes are all must haves for your big kitchen table and I would love to see you sharing these with your family and friends like I am sharing with mine!

A Drink to Kick-off Thanksgiving

Gold Rush Bourbon Cocktail

Cool down with this refreshing Gold Rush Bourbon Cocktail made with only four ingredients and completed with a rich and delicious homemade honey ginger syrup.

Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail

Enjoy a tasty drink made with apple cider, bourbon, and ginger beer, and garnished with cocktail cherries, apple slices, and cinnamon!

Appetizers to make on Thanksgiving that everyone will love!

Whipped Feta With Hot Honey

Grab your crostini and pita chips and dig into this Whipped Feta with Hot Honey recipe! Made with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and scallions, it’s the perfect refreshing dip.

Hot Honey Whipped Ricotta Recipe

Whip up this sweet and salty Hot Honey Whipped Ricotta Recipe made with sweet potatoes, sage, and pomegranate arils! Serve with crostini, veggies, chips, and more.

Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip

Enjoy sweet, savory, and tart flavors all in one with this Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip. It’s made with all of your favorites – cream cheese, maple syrup, and cheddar!

Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese

An easy, three-ingredient appetizer that is perfect for all your football watch parties and upcoming holiday gatherings! These bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese are the idea combination of sweet, salty, and creamy. I promise, they’re impossible to resist.

Savory Pumpkin Hummus

This savory pumpkin hummus is the perfect fall appetizer or healthy snack. It is made with the chickpeas, tahini, and olive oil, but adds in pumpkin puree for a fun fall spin! The result is a hummus that is light and fluffy, slightly sweet from the pumpkin, but has a slight kick from the cayenne. The perfect combo!

Main Dishes for Thanksgiving Dinner

Bourbon Cranberry Sauce

A full-bodied, tangy bourbon cranberry sauce is just what your holiday table needs. It tastes and looks gourmet but is refreshingly effortless.

Best Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Pair any main course with the Best Mashed Potatoes Recipe for a side that everyone will enjoy! Made with butter, milk, and sour cream for an ultimate creamy texture and rich flavor.

Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Pair your main course with this salty and sweet side of Glazed Sweet Potatoes. This recipe yields 10 servings and is made with maple syrup, coconut sugar, orange zest, and cinnamon for maximum flavor!

Cornbread Sausage Stuffing

This cornbread sausage stuffing is a classic Thanksgiving side dish that will remind you of traditional holiday dinners, surrounded by family and good food!

Best Classic Mac And Cheese Recipe

Try this staple recipe for the ultimate comforting side dish! Made with two types of cheese and a whole lot of spice, this is the Best Classic Mac and Cheese Recipe you’ll make all year!

Healthy Green Bean Casserole

Ditch your old recipe and upgrade with Healthy Green Bean Casserole. Made with mushrooms, parmesan cheese, and garlic, it’s a flavor-rich dish that compliments any main course!

Oven Roasted Honey Carrots

Glaze up your carrots with this delicious Oven Roasted Honey Carrots recipe made with honey, garlic, and parsley!

Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Upgrade your normal mashed potatoes with this Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe. We’re using a mix of butter, Greek yogurt, and various spices to create a well-seasoned, fluffy bowl of potato deliciousness!

Healthy Cranberry Sauce

It’s time to ditch the canned stuff! This homemade Healthy Cranberry Sauce is made with fresh cranberries and orange juice and sweetened naturally with only maple syrup. Ready in 10 minutes, it’s the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving menu!

Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

You’ll never say no to Brussels sprouts again with this Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts recipe. Perfected in a balsamic glaze and topped with pecans, cranberries, and turkey bacon, this is a recipe you won’t want to miss.

maple balsamic brussel sprouts in bowl with spoon

Garlic Sesame Green Beans

Give green beans an upgrade with this Garlic Sesame Green Beans recipe. Sautéed in oil and garlic and coated in toasted cashews and sesame seeds, this dish pairs perfectly with any main course.

garlic sesame green beans on plate

Mashed Cauliflower Potatoes

Give your mashed potatoes a healthy upgrade with cauliflower. Made with lots of seasonings and even Greek yogurt, these Mashed Cauliflower Potatoes are a special treat.

mashed cauliflower potatoes

Cheesy Sweet Potato Gratin

Indulge in something satisfying and filling with this Cheesy Sweet Potato Gratin. Made with sweet potatoes, loads of spices, almond milk, and gruyere cheese, it’s a cozy and delightful dish that’s perfect as a side or a main course.

sweet potato gratin

Easy Skillet Cornbread

Enjoy Easy Skillet Cornbread, a lightened up twist on the classic dish made with Greek yogurt, almond milk, and actual corn! It’s light, fluffy, and just as delicious as it should be.

cornbread in skillet

Healthier Sweet Potato Casserole

Dive into Healthier Sweet Potato Casserole for a lightened version of the Thanksgiving classic. Made with oats, pecans, and maple syrup, it’s complete with a crispy crumble topping and flavors that are to die for!

healthy sweet potato casserole

Healthier Apple Sausage Stuffing

The best parts of Thanksgiving are all the classic side dishes! Serve this homemade healthier apple sausage stuffing and feel free to indulge in family-favorite comfort food.

chicken apple sausage stuffing

Desserts for After Dinner

Easy Apple Galette

Indulge in a refreshingly sweet Easy Apple Galette for the perfect summer dessert. Bake with a variety of apples for a more robust flavor!

Lightened Up Pumpkin Cheesecake

Up level your dessert with this Lightened Up Pumpkin Cheesecake. The perfect recipe for the family or a fancy dinner, made with cream cheese, coconut sugar, and more.

Healthy Pumpkin Pie Crisp

Even desserts can be good for you! This pumpkin pie crisp is packed with fiber, nutrients, and heart-healthy whole grains. Your body will love this as much as your tastebuds do!

Vegan Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies

Embrace your favorite pumpkin flavors – they are all in these soft pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies. Made with all plant-based ingredients, they are a guilt-free indulgence!

Easy Pumpkin Pie Dip

Dive into pumpkin season with this delicious Easy Pumpkin Pie Dip. It pairs with pretzels, wafers, apples, and more, and it’s perfect for your next charcuterie board!

Paleo Pumpkin Pie

A healthy paleo-friendly pumpkin pie recipe that is easy to make, healthier than the traditional recipe, and is made gluten-free and dairy-free with an almond flour crust and fresh pumpkin filling! This simple pie is quick to make and is the perfect thanksgiving dessert!

healthy pumpkin pie in dish

Healthy Apple Pie Bars

Indulge in something a little sweet with these Healthy Apple Pie Bars. Made with an almond butter crumble, ripe honeycrisp apples, and a delicious glaze, these bars are the perfect autumn-inspired treat!

apple pie bars

Mini Pecan Pies

With Mini Pecan Pies, everyone gets their own little treat. Made with an almond flour and maple syrup crust and a yummy pecan and coconut filling, this is the fall dessert to end all fall desserts!

mini pecan pies in dish

Mini Apple Pies

This healthy mini apple pies recipe is a deliciously easy dessert made with a homemade cookie crust. These mini pies are made with almond flour, making them both gluten-free and low carb!

healthy mini apple pie on plate

Pecan Pie Bars

Healthy Pecan Pie Bars are paleo, vegan, gluten free, and taste exactly like real pecan pie! They’re simple to make, have a delicious pecan filling on top, and only require 15 minutes of prep time.

Healthy Apple Cobbler

Healthy Apple Cobbler is easy to make from scratch and is the perfect for dessert! Made gluten-free and with no refined sugar, this dessert features fresh juicy apples and lots of naturally sweet flavor. Add a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream on top, and you’re set!

apple cobbler with two spoons and ice cream

Pecan Pie Brownies

A combination of my two favorite desserts: pecan pie and brownies! These pecan pie bars are the perfect fall dessert! They are dairy-free and refined sugar free, perfectly sweet, and will be the highlight of your fall gatherings.

stack of pecan pie brownies

I hope everyone has an amazing Thanksgiving and please let me know if you make any of these healthy easy Thanksgiving recipes!

Recipes by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa, Moriah Sawtelle, and Quarter Soul Crisis

There may be affiliate links in this post! By purchasing a product I recommend, I may receive a small compensation. However, I only recommend products I absolutely love and use myself. Thank you for supporting Erin Lives Whole, it helps keep this blog afloat 🙂

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