24 Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes (Low-Carb and Gluten-Free) (2024)

Here are 24 Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes from low-carb bloggers around the web, and they’re all gluten-free as well! And if you explore all the links in this post, there are more than 100 tasty ideas for low-carb and gluten-free side dish possibilities!

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Thanksgiving is all about the side dishes, right? So today I’m sharing this collection of 24 Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes. And all the tasty side dishes featured here are Low-Carb and Gluten-Free!

I came up with these picks by deciding on my favorites from Kalyn’s Kitchen and then asking a few of my low-carb blogging friends what they would pick for their very best low-carb Thanksgiving side dish, so you know you’re going to find a side dish recipe here that’s going to wow your family or guests!

And I am of the opinion you can never have too many tasty side dishes for a holiday meal! You better start testing recipes now so you can narrow it down by turkey day, right?

How many Thanksgiving Recipes are featured here?

This round-up has 24 amazing Thanksgiving side dish possibilities, so be sure to check out all your options! Then if you still want more to choose from, use the links to my other Thanksgiving round-ups to see more than 100 different options for low-carb and gluten-free Thanksgiving side dishes!

Want more options for Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes?

  • Keto Side Dishes, Appetizers, and Salads for the Holidays
  • Keto Brussels Sprouts Recipes
  • Keto Broccoli Recipes for Thanksgiving
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How do you get the complete recipe?

Just click the recipe link under each photo to see the full recipe on the original blog. All photos are copyrighted by the blog that originally published the recipe.

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Roasted Broccoli with Lemon and Pecorino-Romano Cheesefrom Kalyn’s Kitchen is perfect for Thanksgiving; you put the lemony broccoli into a hot oven when you take out the turkey and 15 minutes later you top with cheese and serve!

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Stuffing is a must for Thanksgiving, and this Keto Sausage Stuffing from All Day I Dream About Food sounds perfect to me!

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This recipe for Roasted Green Beans with Mushrooms, Balsamic, and Parmesan from Kalyn’s Kitchen has been pinned millions of times, and this is probably my most popular Thanksgiving recipe.

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I think this recipe for Mashed Cauliflower with Parmesan and Chives from Foodie Crush looks like a welcome addition to the Thanksgiving menu.

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This Easy Brussels Sprouts Gratinfrom Kalyn’s Kitchen is one recipe I’d always love to see on the Thanksgiving table and this is amazingly easy to make even though it looks fancy.

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My love of roasted green beans is well documented, and I know I’d love these Moroccan Roasted Green Beans from I Breathe I’m Hungry.

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Easy Cheesy Baked Keto Cauliflower from Kalyn’s Kitchen is absolutely a wow, and even people who don’t eat low-carb will gobble this up!

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Supreme Green Bean Casserole from Low-Carb Maven is definitely a low-carb side dish that will make you drool!

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I couldn’t imagine Thanksgiving without this Broccoli Gratin from Kalyn’s Kitchen. I’ve been making this one for years!

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Keto Green Beans with Crispy Bacon from Low-Carb with Jennifer sounds like a side dish option anyone would love who likes green beans!

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My family has a few Brussels Sprouts avoiders, go figure! But quite a few of them will eat them raw, and this Brussel Sprouts Salad with Bacon, Almonds, and Parmesanfrom Kalyn’s Kitchen is so absolutely delish that you should be making it all through the fall and winter!

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And this Cranberry Pecan Low-Carb Stuffing from Peace, Love and Low-Carb uses cauliflower rice for a non-traditional stuffing with all those Thanksgiving flavors!

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24 Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes (Low-Carb and Gluten-Free) (2024)

FAQs

What can gluten-free people eat for Thanksgiving? ›

Here's a list of foods that are usually gluten-free:
  • Turkey (check with the producer to ensure that wheat-based gravy or stuffing hasn't been added to the turkey.)
  • Cranberries and cranberry sauce.
  • Sweet Potatoes.
  • White Potatoes.
  • Fresh, roasted, or steamed vegetables without sauce (sauces often contain wheat)

What side dishes can you make ahead of time for Thanksgiving? ›

Casseroles
  • 1 / 6. Make-Ahead Creamy Mac & Cheese Casserole. ...
  • 2 / 6. Baked Polenta with Greens, Artichokes, and Gruyère. ...
  • 3 / 6. Chickpea Casserole with Lemon, Herbs & Shallots. ...
  • 4 / 6. Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. ...
  • 5 / 6. Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Bake. ...
  • 6 / 6. Wild Rice and Kale Casserole.

What is the least popular side dish on Thanksgiving? ›

And the least favorite side dish for Americans on Thanksgiving is -- green bean casserole. 31.4 percent of people surveyed do not like it.

How many side dishes are there for Thanksgiving? ›

For sides like mashed potatoes and stuffing, you should have at least one dish for every five people and at least two dishes for 10 people or more. If you're serving a salad, one should be enough unless you're serving 20 people or more.

What can I serve gluten-free guests? ›

Fruits and vegetables are naturally gluten-free—so have plenty on hand for snacking. Rice, wild rice, corn and quinoa are gluten-free foods. Price Chopper does sell several different brands of gluten-free pasta. Meat, fish and chicken are also gluten-free, but some cold cuts do contain wheat starch as binders.

What is the most popular gluten-free food? ›

What are common gluten-free foods?
  • Non-processed meats and fish.
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Nuts.
  • Beans and legumes.
  • Grains like rice and corn.
  • Most cheese and dairy.
  • Eggs.
Oct 23, 2023

What can I make 3 day before Thanksgiving? ›

Mashed Potatoes
  1. Classic Make-Ahead Macaroni And Cheese.
  2. Easy Cauliflower Casserole.
  3. Double-Crust Pie Pastry.
  4. Savory Sweet Potato Casserole.
  5. Homemade Cranberry Sauce.
  6. Lacey's Cornbread Dressing.
  7. 5-Ingredient Thanksgiving Recipes To Make The Holiday Just A Bit Easier.
  8. Can You Leave A Turkey Out To Thaw Overnight?

How far in advance can I make Thanksgiving sides? ›

Whether your family demands green bean casserole or scalloped potatoes alongside their turkey, these dishes can be prepped and assembled two whole days before the big event. Make sure to cover and refrigerate them, then stick the dish in the hot oven once you've taken the turkey out to rest.

What Thanksgiving food can you prep the night before? ›

How to Prep Your Entire Thanksgiving Meal in Advance
  • Turkey. If cooking and carving the turkey is the most stressful part of your Thanksgiving dinner, do it a day ahead! ...
  • Gravy. ...
  • Mashed Potatoes. ...
  • Stuffing or Dressing. ...
  • Cranberry Sauce. ...
  • Green Bean Casserole or Sweet Potato Casserole. ...
  • Corn Pudding. ...
  • Salads.
Nov 21, 2022

What is the number 1 rated side dish for Thanksgiving? ›

1. Holiday Stuffing. This easy recipe for Holiday Stuffing is our number one must-have Thanksgiving side dish!

What should you not forget for Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Use this list to make sure you're prepared to have the feast you planned for.
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk. A number of tasty desserts rely on this often forgotten item. ...
  • Cranberries or Cranberry Sauce. ...
  • Chicken Stock or Broth. ...
  • Simply Done Containers. ...
  • Foil, Parchment Paper, Pastic Wrap. ...
  • Centerpiece. ...
  • Nuts or Dried Fruit. ...
  • Dinner Rolls.
Nov 25, 2019

What can I serve for Thanksgiving besides turkey? ›

Whatever the reason, here are 20 Thanksgiving recipes for a turkey-free table.
  • Roast Chicken With Maple Butter and Rosemary. Image. ...
  • Beef Wellington. Image. ...
  • Ombré Gratin. Image. ...
  • Skillet Pork Chops and Apples With Miso Caramel. Image. ...
  • Samosa Pie. Image. ...
  • Maple-Baked Salmon. Image. ...
  • Lasagna. Image. ...
  • Ina Garten's Make-Ahead Coquilles St.
Nov 10, 2022

How much food for 14 people in Thanksgiving? ›

How Much Food to Make for Thanksgiving
Menu ItemSmall (2 to 4 )Large (14 to 20 )
Appetizer13 to 4
Soup4 cups16 cups
Turkey (whole)6 pounds18 to 25 pounds
Salad12 to 3
9 more rows
Oct 29, 2021

How many potatoes per person for Thanksgiving? ›

With this guide, all amounts will feed everyone at the table and provide some leftovers. Because leftovers are the best part. Potatoes or sweet potatoes: 5 to 6 ounces per person, which equals about 1 large Yukon Gold or white potato, or half of a large sweet potato.

Can a gluten-free person eat a stuffed turkey? ›

Stuffing and Dressing

Stuffing the turkey with gluten-containing bread will contaminate the turkey itself making it unsafe to eat if you are celiac or have a gluten disorder. Instead, make your stuffing using gluten-free bread or in a separate dish to ensure no cross-contamination occurs.

What do gluten-free people eat instead of bread? ›

Most of these alternatives are entirely gluten-free, and many are also low-carb.
  • Rye bread. Share on Pinterest Rye bread is rich in fiber. ...
  • Sourdough bread. ...
  • Corn tortillas. ...
  • Gluten-free bread. ...
  • Gluten-free multiseed bread. ...
  • Sprouted bread. ...
  • Lettuce and leafy greens. ...
  • Sweet potatoes.

What can I give someone who is gluten-free? ›

The Gluten-Free Gift Guide
  • A Kit That Makes Bakery-Worthy Cakes. ...
  • This At-Home Dim Sum Feast. ...
  • A Box Of Hot Little Biscuits. ...
  • A Collection Of Best-Selling Mochi Ice Cream. ...
  • A Pack Of Cult-Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies. ...
  • Some Healthy-ish Sweet Treats To Stash In Their Bag. ...
  • A Few Boxes Of Giftable Granola.
Nov 29, 2023

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