It’s time that Thanksgiving gets a facelift. It’s gone too long as an event when families get together (possibly argue) stuff their faces with heavy food, possibly play football but more likely take a nap, and then eat the leftovers the next day. It’s a really fascinating tradition that centers around eating too much heavy food. So maybe this year we think about making some health-ier choices. You don’t have to overhaul your entire menu, but it might be nice to take a few dishes you love and health-ifiy them a bit. I bet you won’t feel like you’re missing out, and you might even feel less sluggish after you eat!
If you’re down with this health-ified journey, you should take a look at these 25 recipes that will up your Thanksgiving game. I searched for my favorite collection of classic and inventive dishes that lighten up the holiday just a bit. I promise that no deliciousness will be lost! Some of these recipes are vegan, some vegetarian, some gluten-free, some refined sugar-free, and some are somewhere in between. So no matter your preferences, there is a recipe for you here!
Grain-free Savory Butternut Squash and Kale Crumble from Tasty-Yummies
Maple Roasted Winter Squash with Yogurt + Tahini from Kale & Caramel
Gluten-Free Sweet Pumpkin Skillet Cornbread from The Plant Philosophy
Health-ier Pecan Pie Bars from Brewing Happiness
Pumpkin, Pecans and Chocolate Fudge from The Awesome Green
Lentil Rice Veggie Loaf from The Edible Perspective
Garlicky Kale Holiday Salad from Brewing Happiness
Thanksgiving Salad with Wild Rice and Lemon Dressing from Pinch of Yum
Grandma’s Sweet Potato Soufflé Goes Healthy from Brewing Happiness
Roasted Garlic Whipped Cauliflower from Country Cleaver
Pumpkin Pie Parfaits from Minimalist Baker
Mini Pumpkin Pie Tars with Sunflower Cookie Crust from Oh She Glows
Tray-Roasted Pumpkin and Lentil Korma Curry from Donna Hay
Cranberry Apple Chutney from Brooklyn Supper
Maple Apple Cider Sweet Potatoes from Brewing Happiness
Gluten-Free Sourdough Thanksgiving Stuffing from Beard & Bonnet
Maple-Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts from Love & Lemons
Polenta with Miso-Braised Kale & Mushrooms from Kale & Caramel
Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Squash w/ Cranberries & Pecans from The Simple Veganista
Balsamic Broccoli Thanksgiving Salad from Brewing Happiness
Quinoa Salad Stuffed Acorn Squash from Love & Lemons
Whipped Sweet Potatoes from Tasty-Yummies
Healthy Cauliflower Gratin from Brewing Happiness
Pumpkin Pecan Parfaits from A Couple of Cooks
Vegan White Bean Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes from Cotter Crunch
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