From heart-healthy olive oil mashed potatoes to naturally sweet apple spice hummus, you'll find a recipe on this list that's suitable for any of your vegan, gluten-free, or low-carb dinner guests.
For many people—myself included—the sides are the best part of Thanksgiving dinner. My mouth is already watering thinking about a mound of perfectly roasted Brussels sprouts and satisfying sweet potatoes.
While most holiday dishes are loaded with butter and sugar, those two ingredients aren't a requirement for a delectable dish. In fact, here are 20 healthy side dishes for a variety of dietary needs that not only get my nutritionist stamp of approval, but also will steal the show at your Thanksgiving dinner.
1. Mushroom gravy with thyme
No matter how moist you make your holiday turkey, there's a good chance guests will think it's dry without gravy. Unfortunately, the only thing this sauce contributes to the dish is fat and salt. Measuring portions out of a ladle can also be difficult. One cup of canned turkey gravy has 1,373 milligrams of sodium, almost reaching the USDA's 2,300 milligrams recommended daily limit.Don't deprive yourself, though. Make this simple sherry gravy, and pay attention when you pour! One serving has 115 mg of sodium. Try this recipe: Simple Sherry Gravy
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Rather than just using a traditional base of turkey parts and cornstarch, this rich gravy incorporates extra veg with cremini mushrooms. Mushrooms are an excellent...
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