Looking for healthy and delicious Thanksgiving vegetable side dishes? I know that Thanksgiving is often dominated by the stars of the night—turkey, hams, and chickens! But of course, all of us also crave some healthy and complementary Thanksgiving vegetable side dishes. That’s why I’ve curated this list of the best and healthiest side dishes for your holiday meals!
From classic vegetable recipes to recipes with a twist, I’m sure you’ll find something here that you’ll love!
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Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes Carrots and Green Beans
Let’s begin with a classic roasted vegetables recipe! I love how this one uses green beans along with carrots and potatoes. It’s perfect for any season; you can always find fresh, quality ingredients year-round!
Roasted Vegetables with Garlic and Herbs
Roasted Vegetables – blend of potatoes, carrots and green beans deliciously seasoned with garlic and herbs. Excellent go-to side dish!
The Healthy Kidney Beans Salad is a vibrant and nutritious choice for your Thanksgiving vegetable side dishes, adding a colorful and hearty element to your feast. Its mix of kidney beans, crisp vegetables, and tangy dressing offers a refreshing contrast to the traditionally rich Thanksgiving fare, making it a satisfying and balanced option for your holiday table.
Healthy Kidney Bean Salad
This Healthy Kidney Bean Salad is a delightful and easy recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Give it a try—you’ll love how refreshing and satisfying it is! It’s especially great for summer days but enjoyable all year round. So why not make it for your next meal? You won’t be disappointed!
Light and refreshing, this cucumber and radish salad adds a crisp contrast to rich Thanksgiving dishes. It’s a perfect palate cleanser between bites of heavier fare like gravy-laden turkey and stuffing.
Cucumber Salad with Radish
This Cucumber Salad with Radish is not only easy to make but also brimming with freshness. It's perfect for spring gatherings, Easter celebrations, or any time you crave something light and refreshing. Give this easy recipe a try and see how simple ingredients can come together to create a dish that's both delightful and satisfying. Don’t forget to invite your friends and family to try this fantastic salad at your next get-together!
This bright and nutritious purslane salad with eggs is a refreshing side dish that balances out richer holiday flavors. It’s ideal for those looking for a healthy yet satisfying option to enjoy alongside heartier meals.
Refreshing Purslane Salad with Eggs
This Ultimate Refreshing Purslane Salad with Eggs is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a dish that's both satisfying and healthy. It's great for any occasion, whether you're looking for a quick lunch to refresh your midday or a light dinner that won't weigh you down. Give it a try for your next meal, and enjoy the fresh, clean flavors!
I know that feeling when you want to make something easy yet delicious, so here’s the butternut squash recipe! In just a short time, you’ll enjoy naturally sweet, tender centers and crisp, caramelized edges. This dish is an excellent fall and winter side that pairs perfectly with any meal!!
I’m sure we all love mashed potatoes, but if you’re looking for something new to try this Thanksgiving, give this mashed cauliflower a shot! It’s just as delicious as potatoes and has a similar creamy consistency. Plus, it’s a perfect low-carb side dish that everyone will enjoy!
Best Keto Mashed Cauliflower Recipe
Keto mashed cauliflower made with garlic and topped with cheddar cheese is the best low-carb side dish. It’s so creamy and buttery… is all that we need!!
Creamy and rich, this zucchini sauce adds a delicious twist to any pasta or vegetable side dish. Serve it with roasted meats or as a topping for baked vegetables for an extra indulgent touch at your holiday table.
Zucchini Sauce with Heavy Cream
This Creamy Zucchini Sauce with Heavy Cream is a fantastic addition to any meal. It's rich, flavorful, and so easy to make. Whether you’re serving it over pasta or alongside your favorite main course, this sauce is sure to impress. Try it out for your next family dinner—it’s a winner!
Crispy and healthy, these air fryer zucchini fries are a fun and delicious way to enjoy vegetables. They make a great snack or side dish for Thanksgiving, adding a lighter option to balance out the meal.
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Check out this healthy air fryer zucchini fries recipe! This simple recipe not only adds a burst of flavor to your snack time but also offers a way to enjoy vegetables in a fun and tasty format. Try them out and see how quickly they disappear at your next gathering!
Simple recipes are the key! With just four basic ingredients, you can create these delicious glazed carrots. They’re a quick and tasty side dish that will impress everyone at the table!
Easy Glazed Carrots Recipe
These Glazed Carrots makes a delicious holiday side dish and they only take 4 minutes to make in your Instant Pot.
I just can’t resist corn, let alone creamed corn! Using only five ingredients—corn, cream cheese, milk, butter, and sugar—this dish effortlessly comes together!
Creamed Corn Recipe
This Creamed Corn Recipe from Food.com is an easy way to add vegetables to any meal.
Here’s another creamy delight featuring spinach, perfect for a classic vegetable side dish! Whether using fresh or frozen spinach, this recipe is easy to create and very nutritious.
Creamed Spinach Like a Steakhouse
For the ultimate creamed spinach recipe, try this steakhouse creamed spinach w/ a secret ingredient. Use fresh or frozen spinach for an easy side dish.
This vegetable tian is simply gorgeous and incredibly tempting! I’m in love with its plating! It shows a vibrant mix of beets, parsnips, sweet potatoes and more!
Root Vegetable Tian
This eye-catching Root Vegetable Tian recipe gets its flavor from red beets, parsnips, and sweet potatoes. It’s a colorful side dish with a presentation worthy of special occasions and holidays.
This creamy and comforting Russian-inspired Olivier salad is ideal for holiday gatherings, bringing vibrant flavors and a rich texture. It pairs beautifully with roasted meats, making it a great choice for Thanksgiving.
Vegetarian Olivier Salad
This Vegetarian Olivier Salad is a fantastic dish for holidays or family gatherings. Its creamy texture and balanced flavors make it a hit on any table. Give it a try for your next special occasion—it’s sure to be a crowd favorite! Try this vegetarian Russian salad today!
These fun, bite-sized broccoli potato cups are perfect for a crowd and bring together wholesome vegetables in a deliciously crispy package. Serve them as a side or an appetizer that will surely be a hit with guests of all ages.
Broccoli Potato Cups Recipe
Give these Broccoli Potato Cups a try for your next meal or event—they’re sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!
These oven-baked crispy potatoes are a comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish that’s easy to make. With their golden crust and tender inside, they’re a wonderful accompaniment to turkey or roast beef.
Crispy Potatoes From The Oven
These Crispy Oven-Baked Potatoes are absolutely delightful and make the perfect side dish for any meal. Give them a try—you’ll love how crispy and flavorful they are! They’re great for family dinners, gatherings, or whenever you’re in the mood for some comfort food.
This hearty Polish cabbage and noodles dish is cozy and satisfying, ideal for family gatherings and Thanksgiving dinners. Its warm, homey flavors complement any main course, making it a comforting addition to the holiday table.
Traditional Haluski – Cabbage and Noodles
This Traditional Haluski recipe, also known as Polish Cabbage and Noodles, is a comforting and hearty dish that's perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Made with simple ingredients like tender noodles, savory cabbage, and caramelized onions, this classic dish brings out rich, homey flavors in every bite. Whether you're familiar with traditional Polish recipes or trying it for the first time, you'll love how easy and delicious this Haluski recipe is to make!
Of course, I can’t leave out kale! This Cheesy Creamed Kale recipe is one of my favorites, perfect alongside any Thanksgiving main dish. It’s savory, extra cheesy, and incredibly easy to prepare!
BEST EVER CREAMED KALE RECIPE
Cheesy Creamed Kale is the perfect fall or winter side dish. Loaded with all the kale, cream cheese, fontina and a touch of heavy cream!
Here’s a delicious potato dish with the best presentation! These creamy potatoes au gratin are always a hit at any meal—they’re so irresistible that they disappear fast (kidding!). Perfect for fall and winter gatherings, they pair perfectly with any main course!
Potatoes Au Gratin
The BEST Potatoes Au Gratin you’ll ever taste. The thinly sliced, soft potatoes are bathed in cream, white cheddar and garlic!
I’ll not end this list without the queen of vegetable side dishes — buttered vegetables! As a firm believer that butter makes everything better, this dish features a blend of flavorful veggies coated in rich, creamy butter (yum!!).
Buttered Vegetables
Delicious, buttered vegetables, a simple and adaptable side dish of mixed vegetables. Perfectly suitable for any kind of main dish.
These creamy ricotta and spinach stuffed shells offer a comforting Italian twist to your holiday spread. Rich and flavorful, they pair well with roasted vegetables or serve as a vegetarian main for Thanksgiving guests.
Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Shells Recipe
Discover the delightful flavors of our Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Shells, a perfect blend of creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and rich tomato sauce, all nestled in tender pasta shells. Join us in savoring this heartwarming dish that promises a taste of Italian comfort with every bite!
Maple flavor + vegetables? Well, count me in immediately to this twist! Maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness while improving the natural flavors of the vegetables. It’s a perfect make-ahead dish too!
Maple-Roasted Root Vegetables
Thanksgiving is the mother of all meals in America. The one day when tradition trumps food trends and the tables are groaning under the weight of all the food.
I’m honestly in love with shredded cabbage, especially this recipe that uses ginger vinaigrette! It’s such a top-tier match! This recipe is also a twist to your classic coleslaw.
Shredded Cabbage Slaw with Ginger Vinaigrette
An Asian twist on classic coleslaw, this colorful salad combines red and green cabbages with carrots and a tangy rice-wine vinegar dressing.
This creamy asparagus pasta is light and vibrant, bringing a taste of spring to the fall table. It’s an elegant side that complements roasted poultry or beef and adds a delicate touch to the feast.
Creamy Asparagus Pasta Recipe
This Asparagus Pasta recipe is not only easy to make but is a deliciously light option that is sure to please. Perfect for a casual dinner or as a quick meal after a long day, give this recipe a try and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors it brings!
Here’s another classic: eggplant with a twist of sesame seeds, a favorite among everyone! What sets this recipe apart is its eye-catching presentation and the blend of miso that adds to its delicious flavor – just heavenly!!
Miso Sesame Eggplants
These Miso and Sesame Eggplants are packed full of umami with a hint of sweetness and a kick of spice! Enjoy with some rice or noodles.
Ending this list with a delicious green bean casserole topped with crispy fried onions! I absolutely love fried onions, and who wouldn’t?! This recipe is also proven and tested throughout the years! Truly a classic side dish during holidays.
Green Bean Casserole With Crispy Fried Onions
A mix of wild mushrooms lends an earthy touch to this creamy classic, but it’s the spice-spiked fried onions that will likely garner all the “wows.”
This fresh and flavorful salad combines chickpeas and corn, making it a vibrant, nutrient-packed side dish for Thanksgiving. Its light and zesty taste pairs wonderfully with heartier main dishes like turkey and stuffing.
Chickpea Salad with Corn recipe
Here's one simple chickpea side dish recipe! This Chickpea Salad with Corn is a perfect go-to recipe when you want something quick, healthy, and delicious. It’s fresh, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. Try it out for your next meal or gathering, and enjoy the simplicity of this delightful dish. Give this recipe a try and see how a great combo chickpea and corn are!
This crunchy and tangy celeriac salad with walnuts offers a unique side dish packed with texture and flavor. It’s perfect for adding a bit of freshness to heavier Thanksgiving fare like mashed potatoes and stuffing.
German Celeriac Salad with Walnuts
This German Celeriac Salad with Walnuts is the perfect mix of crunchy, creamy, and tangy. It’s a healthy, flavorful salad that works great as a side dish or a light meal. Whether you’re making it for a family dinner or bringing it to a potluck, this salad is sure to impress. Give it a try—you won’t be disappointed!
Packed with juicy tomatoes, creamy feta, and fresh spinach, this pasta bake is a comforting and flavorful side dish. Its richness pairs well with roasted meats and is perfect for serving at family-style holiday meals.
Cherry Tomato Feta Pasta Bake with Spinach
This Cherry Tomato Feta Pasta Bake with Spinach is a delightful dish that will bring a fresh twist to your table. It's ideal for those summer dinners or a comforting meal any day of the week. Why not give it a try this weekend? You might find it's just the perfect dish for gathering friends and family around the table.
This no-fuss recipe delivers all the sweet, caramelized goodness of traditional candied yams without the hassle of peeling and slicing. It’s a perfect holiday side dish that’s quick, easy, and full of flavor.
Easy Candied Yams
Easy Candied Yams are a quick way to serve up this popular side dish this holiday season with no peeling and slicing potatoes required!
Oven-roasted butternut squash is paired with crispy bacon and a drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet and savory side. This dish is simple to make yet packed with irresistible flavors that complement any holiday meal.
Maple Bacon Butternut Squash
Try this irresistible recipe for Maple Bacon Butternut Squash. Oven-roasted with maple syrup and crispy bacon.
5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Casserole With Marshmallows
This casserole combines creamy sweet potatoes with a golden brown marshmallow topping for the ultimate holiday indulgence. With only five ingredients, it’s an easy and crowd-pleasing addition to your table.
5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Casserole With Marshmallows
This 5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Casserole is the perfect side dish for any holiday meal! You will love the golden brown marshmallow topping!
Loaded with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and green onions, these twice-baked potatoes are a savory favorite. They’re creamy on the inside and golden on the outside, making them a comforting and indulgent side.
Twice Baked Potatoes
These easy twice-baked potatoes are loaded with crispy bacon and melted cheese and topped with green onions.
This simple dish combines tender potatoes and green beans with garlic and seasonings for a flavorful veggie side. It’s a delicious and healthy option that pairs well with any main course.
Potatoes and Green Beans
These Potatoes and Green Beans are a tasty dish that you’ll love. Made with garlic and flavorful seasonings, this veggie dish is delicious.
These roasted potatoes are infused with the bright flavors of lemon and fresh cilantro, creating a zesty and aromatic side dish. Soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, they’re an easy crowd-pleaser.
Lemon Cilantro Roasted Potatoes
Lemon Cilantro Roasted Potatoes are roasted in the oven with lemon to create a soft, lemon flavored potato.
Covered in a rich homemade cheese sauce, this cheesy broccoli dish is both kid-friendly and quick to prepare. It’s a classic side that’s creamy, comforting, and guaranteed to be a hit.
Cheesy Broccoli
This cheesy broccoli recipe is a classic side dish that’s kid-friendly, delicious, quick and easy. The homemade cheese sauce is perfection!
Fresh kale is tossed with a tangy lemon dressing and topped with shaved Parmesan for a light and refreshing side. Ready in under 15 minutes, this salad adds a healthy and flavorful option to your spread.
Lemon Parmesan Kale Salad
Fresh, flavorful, and totally tasty, this simple Lemon Parmesan Kale Salad is a breeze to toss together and ready in under 15 minutes!
Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers with Spinach and Ricotta
These colorful bell peppers are filled with a creamy spinach and ricotta mixture, offering a low-carb, vegetarian-friendly option. They’re an easy yet elegant side that also works well as a meal prep recipe.
Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers with Spinach and Ricotta
An easy vegetarian stuffed peppers recipe with spinach and ricotta. This low carb version of my favorite spinach and ricotta stuffed shells recipe also makes a great meal prep recipe!
Creamy and seasoned to perfection with garlic and chili powder, these refried beans are a quick and satisfying side. Made with canned beans, they’re a simple yet flavorful addition to your meal.
Easy Refried Beans (with canned beans)
Quick and easy refried beans are a creamy and flavorful side dish with canned pinto beans and simple seasonings like garlic and chili powder.
This broccoli slaw is coated in a creamy dressing that clings to every nook and cranny, making it irresistibly good. Its crunchy texture and fresh flavors make it a standout side for any holiday gathering.
Broccoli Slaw
Our easy creamy dressing takes this broccoli slaw recipe to a new level. It coats the raw broccoli and gets stuck in all the nooks and crannies. We love it so much that neither of us can stop at just one bite. It is seriously good!
Laura Bais is the owner of Julie's Cafe Bakery food blog. From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and at the age of 13, she made her first meal. After finishing high school, she undergraduates in Cultural Studies at the University of Rijeka, and graduates in Journalism at the University of Zagreb. At that time she honed her cooking skills, but also worked in marketing. Since her love for cooking never faded, in 2021 she finally decided to share her recipes with the world. Laura turned her hobby into a career and loves every moment of it. Now she writes about common mistakes in the kitchen and how to avoid them, about adding twists to traditional meals, etc. Her love for trying new foods often leads her to visit restaurants and attempt to recreate the meals at home. She has been featured on F and B Recipes and BOXROX, to name a few.
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