The Healthiest Side Dishes to Serve on Thanksgiving ...

The Healthiest Side Dishes to Serve on Thanksgiving  ...
By Eliza

Thanksgiving is no time to diet, but that doesn't mean you should go crazy on the fat and calories. While you should definitely go ahead and enjoy your side dishes, you can lighten things up by choosing dishes that are heavy on the veggies and light on the cream, cheese and such. Of course, in moderation, anything is just find on Thanksgiving. Enjoy!

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3. Loaded Potato Casserole

Loaded Potato Casserole Source: Loaded Potato Casserole - Gal
Skip the mashed potatoes and gravy and serve this instead. It's not exactly diet food, but better than fat and calorie loaded gravy.

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5. Creamy Garlic Mushrooms

Creamy Garlic Mushrooms Source: 25 LIP SMACKIN' SUPER EASY
You aren't going to want to eat a pound of these, but a few are perfectly fine.

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6. Garlic Lemon and Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Garlic Lemon and Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts Source: Garlic Lemon and Parmesan Roasted
This hearty side dish is low in calories and won't require you to sacrifice flavor.

7. Cranberry Orange Quinoa Salad

Cranberry Orange Quinoa Salad Source: Easy Thanksgiving Meals: Cranberry Orange
This is super easy to throw together and your guests will love it.

8. Roasted Butternut Squash, Onions, and Red Potatoes with Fresh Herbs

Roasted Butternut Squash, Onions, and Red Potatoes with Fresh Herbs Source: 50 Healthy Holiday Side Dishes
Can't give up the potatoes? This healthy side lets you enjoy them without guilt.

11. Roasted Fall Vegetables

Roasted Fall Vegetables Source: How To Set The Perfect
Roasted veggies save you tons of fat and calories because you don't need too much cooking oil.

12. Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Pistachios, Cranberries & Parmesan

Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Pistachios, Cranberries & Parmesan Source: cookincanuck.com
You might not love Brussels sprouts, but shaved like this really minimizes the bitterness.

13. Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Squash with Dried Cranberries and Dijon Vinaigrette

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Squash with Dried Cranberries and Dijon Vinaigrette Source: Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Squash
The sauce on this adds so much delicious flavor!

15. Stuffed Onions

Stuffed Onions Source: Provencal Style Stuffed Onions
Never thought to serve stuffed onions? You are going to change your mind fast once you try these.

16. Simple Creamed Kale

Simple Creamed Kale Source: Creamed Kale Nutmeg Nanny
Creamed veggies aren't generally your best bet, but compared to other Thanksgiving side dishes, this one is pretty nutrient rich.

17. Firehouse Green Beans

Firehouse Green Beans Source: Green Beans with Bacon &
Green beans are a Thanksgiving table staple and you'll love this version.

19. Light and Healthy Garlic Lemon Green Beans

Light and Healthy Garlic Lemon Green Beans Source: Garlic Lemon Green Beans
These fresh green beans are packed with flavor, but low in fat and calories.

20. Garlic & Herb Smashed Potatoes

Garlic & Herb Smashed Potatoes Source: yourhomebasedmom.com
Pump up your mashed potatoes with fresh herbs, which add flavor and nutrition.

22. Cranberry Apple Stuffing

Cranberry Apple Stuffing Source: houseofyumm.com
It's still stuffing, but the cranberries and apples add lots of vitamins and minerals and cut the calorie count.

24. Orange Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash

Orange Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Source: Orange Glazed Brussels Sprouts &
You'll never want to have Thanksgiving without this side dish ever again.

25. Parmesan Garlic Roasted Mushrooms

Parmesan Garlic Roasted Mushrooms Source: Parmesan Garlic Roasted Mushrooms
These meaty mushrooms are low in calories, but big in flavor.

27. Butternut Squash and Cauliflower Casserole

Butternut Squash and Cauliflower Casserole Source: alldayidreamaboutfood.com
This is something new that you'll never regret serving.

28. Rosemary Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

Rosemary Garlic Mashed Cauliflower Source: Rosemary Garlic Mashed Cauliflower The
Not having potatoes this year? This is the perfect alternative!

Which one will be on your Thanksgiving table this year?

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Delicious recipes for thanksgiving dinner. This year it's going extra special. My son's first thanksgiving dinner. He is nine months. First time sitting at the dinner table like a big boy. One of his favorite meal is sweet potato. I will make sure to cook some to go with his first turkey. How exciting! Happy thanksgiving everyone🍗😊

Thanks for sharing

Hmm these look delicious:)

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