19 Superfood Sides for Thanksgiving
Carrot, Parsnip & Caramelized Onion Galette
A savory galette is a great side but could also serve as a main option if you have vegetarians coming over.
Ingredients: whole-wheat pastry flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, unsalted butter, red onion, goat cheese, parsnips, carrots, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, egg, thyme
Calories: 275
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Green Beans With Crispy Shallots & Mushrooms
The traditional casserole gets a healthy upgrade with fresh ingredients brimming with vitamins and minerals.
Ingredients: green beans, kosher salt, extra-virgin olive oil, shallots, cremini mushrooms, thyme, black pepper, parsley, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese
Calories: 99
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Cranberry Mostarda
Cranberries are an undercover superfood, packed with antioxidants. Now you can give the traditional old cranberry side an Italian twist.
Ingredients: sugar, white wine, cranberries, shallot, mustard seeds, dry mustard, ginger, cinnamon, kosher salt, black pepper
Calories: 76
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Cauliflower-Potato Puree
Swapping some of the potatoes for cauliflower lends a lighter texture and cuts the calories.
Ingredients: Yukon Gold potatoes, garlic, cauliflower, chicken broth, plain yogurt, unsalted butter, kosher salt, black pepper, chives
Calories: 180
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Brussels Sprouts with Apples & Honey-Mustard Vinaigrette
Roasted Brussels sprouts have anticancer compounds as well as fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them an awesome superfood for any occasion.
Ingredients: Brussels sprouts, black pepper, extra-virgin olive oil, kosher salt, rice vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, apples, parsley
Calories: 175
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Wild Rice Dressing
Wild rice offers more protein, fiber, and antioxidants than traditional rice.
Ingredients: wild rice, kosher salt, extra-virgin olive oil, leeks, celery, fresh thyme, toasted pecans, dried cherries, lemon juice, black pepper
Calories: 345
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Brussels Sprout Slaw With Lemon and Pecorino
Try this recipe: Brussels Sprout Slaw With Lemon and Pecorino
This slaw will be the unsung hero of the Thanksgiving table, with notes of cherry, nuts, and lemon.
Ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, nutritional yeast powder, sea salt, black pepper, brussels sprouts, tart cherries, Pecorino Romano cheese, parsley, pine nuts, thyme
Calories: 152
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Rye Stuffing with Greens and Herbs
Try this recipe: Rye Stuffing with Greens and Herbs
Change up your stuffing game this Thanksgiving by adding veggies, herbs, and greens.
Ingredients: rye bread, olive oil, red onion, carrot, celery, thyme, rosemary, sage, kale, kosher salt, black pepper, turkey bone broth, eggs
Calories: 139
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Roasted Cranberry Sauce
Try this recipe: Roasted Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is a Thanksgiving staple, but this is a big step up from the old canned version. Notes of sweet and savory from the orange and shallots, this is a side that will definitely elevate your holiday feast.
Ingredients: cranberries, shallots, maple syrup, orange zest, fresh orange juice, Kosher salt
Calories: 58
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Miso-Mushroom Sauce
Try this recipe: Miso-Mushroom Sauce
This mushroom gravy is a perfect compliment for your turkey, so you can forget about that packet of powdered brown gravy of yesteryear.
Ingredients: dried shiitake mushrooms, olive oil, thyme sprigs, turkey bone broth, white miso, sherry vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper
Calories: 38
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Charred EdamameĀ With Ginger Dipping Sauce
Try this recipe: Charred Edamame With Ginger Dipping Sauce
Edamame may be simple, but it packs a ton of nutritional value—a half cup offers 11 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber. And while they're plenty good steamed with salt, the charring and the ginger sauce add a strong Asian flavor profile.
Ingredients: soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, fresh ginger, fresh chile paste, rice vinegar, edamame
Calories: 142
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Crispy Curried Chickpea Snack Mix
Try this recipe: Crispy Curried Chickpea Snack Mix
This dish is so easy to make—just 10 minutes of prep time and pop them in the oven—it'll work just as well as a snack, hors d'oeuvres or side dish. Plus, chickpeas are a great healthy source of protein.
Ingredients: Chickpeas, grapeseed oil, coconut, Madras curry powder, sea salt, dried apricots, dried unsweetened cherries
Calories: 200
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Carrot-Swirled Parsnip Potato Mash
Try this recipe: Carrot-Swirled Parsnip Potato Mash
Mashed potatoes are a thanksgiving staple for a reason. They're delicious. But you can give them a healthy twist by mixing in some mashed carrots, parsnips, and garlic.
Ingredients: Yukon Gold potatoes, carrots, parsnips, garlic, chicken broth, olive oil, sea salt, black pepper
Calories: 180
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Cauliflower Gratin
Cauliflower can help ward off cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Plus, one serving packs 80% of your daily vitamin C.
Ingredients: Cauliflower, olive oil, leeks, salt and pepper, flour, chicken broth, half-and-half, pecorino Romano, whole-wheat bread crumbs, horseradish, proscuitto
Calories: 243
Try this recipe: Cauliflower Gratin
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Roasted Squash Salad
Loaded with nutrients, chard and mustard greens can help fight cancer and heart disease. Look for baby versions, which are more tender and milder-flavored.
Ingredients: Butternut squash, olive oil, maple syrup, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, chili powder, salt, cumin, cayenne, pumpkin seeds, winter salad greens, dried cranberries
Calories: 306
Try this recipe: Roasted Squash Salad
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Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole
Sweet potatoes are a great source of potassium, an important mineral that balances out excess sodium in our diets (especially from rich holiday meals) and can help keep blood pressure in check.
Ingredients: Sweet potatoes, molasses, cinnamon, salt, allspice, nutmeg, eggs, butter, red and green apples, almonds
Calories: 206
Try this recipe: Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole
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Roasted Carrots With Citrus Dressing
Just one provides more than double your daily vitamin A, and one study found that the vitamin can direct immune cells to battle infection.
Ingredients: Carrots, shallots, olive oil, cumin, salt, black pepper, orange juice, lime juice, cilantro, pistachios
Calories: 103
Try this recipe: Roasted Carrots With Citrus Dressing
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Bacony Beet Greens
Beet greens give kale a run for its nutritional money—they're brimming with essential nutrients, including fiber, calcium, iron, and vitamins A, C, and K.
Ingredients: Bacon, red onion, salt, garlic, red pepper flakes, beet greens, pomegranate juice, dates, balsamic vinegar
Calories: 147
Try this recipe: Bacony Beet Greens
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Kale-Quinoa Stuffing
Mushrooms are one of the few plant sources of vitamin D—key during months when we spend less time outside.
Ingredients: Quinoa, kale, assorted mushrooms, onion, garlic, vegetable or chicken broth, black pepper, olive oil, butter, salt, celery, eggs, feta, parsley, rosemary, thyme, pecans
Calories: 206
Try this recipe: Kale-Quinoa Stuffing