From allergen friendly dishes to make ahead sides, this collection of the Top 20 Quick and Easy Thanksgiving Recipes will make your holiday as stress free as possible!
Hello lovelies! I’m currently en route with a few gal pals to Australia and New Zealand for a few weeks. We’ll be exploring, hiking, hitting the waves and eating and drinking everything in sight!
We’ll be there over the Thanksgiving holiday but for traditions sake we may try to cobble together some sort of Thanksgiving dinner in our Airbnb! Follow along on Instagram, it’s sure to be an adventure!
For those of you enjoying a bit more of a traditional holiday, traveling to celebrate with family or hosting it yourself I have gathered the top 20 quick and easy Thanksgiving recipes to make the holiday as stress free as possible!
Appetizers
Keep the gang happy as the last-minute dishes finish up in the oven. Prep these goodies a day or two in advance and give yourself (or your host) a break!
Butternut Squash Crostini with Whipped Goat Cheese
This seasonal and super savory roasted butternut squash crostini is smeared with a whipped goat cheese for the perfect holiday appetizer or party snack. {Vegetarian}
Sage and Fontina Crackers
Serve them with a meat and cheese tray or on their own, these crunchy, cheesy sage and Fontina crackers are totally addicting. They’re slightly herby, super cheesy and absolutely worth making! {Vegetarian}
Sweet and Spicy Nuts
A snack for everyone! These savory, sweet and perfectly spicy mixed nuts are the first thing to go at any party! {Gluten Free, Vegan}
Side Salads
Start your meal with a light, fresh and veggie packed salad, then you’ll have an excuse to sneak in an extra slice of pie!
Carrot, Radish and Wheat Berry Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Fresh, citrusy and full of veggies, this wheat berry salad with a light lemon vinaigrette is a great addition to any table. {Vegetarian}
Roasted Squash and Lentil Salad
So many tasty fall flavors! This hearty seasonal lentil salad is topped with roasted squash and goat cheese. {Gluten Free, Vegetarian}
Persimmon and Pomegranate Salad with Pecans
Colorful and fresh, this fruity persimmon and pomegranate salad is a great transition dish to take you from fall to winter and is light enough to earn a spot at your Thanksgiving table. {Gluten Free, Vegan}
Vegetables
No one wants to be reminded to eat their veggies, but put one of these delicious dishes in front of them and you’ll have to remind them to save some for the rest of the table!
Roasted Carrots with Pepita and Parsley Pesto
Quick, easy and irresistible, these roasted carrots topped with a parsley pesto can be served warm or at room temperature. {Gluten Free, Vegetarian}
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate and Almonds
A tasty side dish of roasted brussels sprouts that’s colorful, delicious and festive topped with sweet pomegranate seeds and almonds for a bit of crunch. {Gluten Free, Vegan}
Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
This one is always a win! A sweet maple glaze on crispy brussels sprouts and salty pancetta… it’s the perfect side dish for any (and every!) holiday dinner. {Gluten Free}
Green Beans with Almonds, Shallots and Garlic
Pan roasted and topped with a savory mixture of almond, shallots and garlic, this quick side is a keeper! {Gluten Free, Vegan}
Roasted Green Beans with Yogurt Dressing
Crisp tender roasted green beans served with a yogurt and mustard dressing, this quick side can be served warm or at room temperature for another delicious make-ahead dish. {Vegetarian}
Roasted Delicata Squash with Dates
This flavorful make ahead dish is seasoned roasted delicate squash topped with sweet dates, a squeeze of lemon juice and fresh parsley. {Gluten Free, Vegetarian}
Spicy Roasted Pumpkin with Honey and Feta
This spicy-sweet roasted pumpkin is a quick and easy gluten free side dish with sweet caramelized honey, feta cheese and pumpkin seeds. {Gluten Free, Vegetarian}
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Gruyère
Oven roasted steaks of cauliflower topped with Gruyère cheese. An easy, gluten free and delicious veggie side dish. {Gluten Free, Vegetarian}
Potatoes
Yukon, Russet or small red, potato ricer, food processor or masher, peeled or unpeeled… mashed potatoes can get really complicated! Here are a few options to please even the toughest crowd.
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Creamy roasted mashed potatoes made extra indulgent with garlic and goat cheese. Perfect for your Thanksgiving table. {Gluten Free, Vegetarian}
White Bean and Cauliflower Mash
Quick, easy and light, this white bean and cauliflower mash is a deliciously healthy swap for traditional mashed potatoes! {Gluten Free, Vegan}
Rosemary Garlic Smashed Red Potatoes
These smashed red potatoes are crispy, crunchy, totally snackable and a fun new way to serve your spuds! {Gluten Free, Vegan}
Stuffing (or Dressing)
Stuffing or dressing, what ever you call it, it’s a must at the Thanksgiving table!
Cornbread Dressing with Sausage and Apples
This make ahead cornbread dressing with sausage is made with crunchy cornbread, sweet apples, celery, onions and lots of spicy sausage.
Pretzel Bread Stuffing with Bacon, Leeks and Mushrooms
This irresistible pretzel bread stuffing is made with bacon, leeks and mushrooms for a savory and delicious Thanksgiving side.
Turkey
One of the most important dishes on the table but one of the easiest to mess up. Avoid drying out your bird with a trusty recipe and bit of planning!
Herb Roast Turkey
This trusty turkey is made with a dry salt and herb brine for a quick and easy way to add lots of flavor without a lot of work! {Gluten Free}
So, now it’s your turn! Tell me what easy Thanksgiving recipes are on your menu this year in the comments below!
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