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?

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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 do gluten free people eat on 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 is the least favorite side dish for Thanksgiving? ›

According to the poll by Tastes Better from Scratch, green bean casserole and sweet potato casserole were the least-liked Thanksgiving side dishes.

What is one of America's favorite Thanksgiving Day side dishes and why? ›

Mashed potatoes are the front-runner to be on the most plates this Thanksgiving. Turkey no longer reigns supreme. Findings showed that over half of the United States would be content to only have sides on their holiday plates and 67% of Americans prefer side dishes to the main entrée!

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

Most corn, brown rice and quinoa are whole grains that can be used as substitutes for grains that contain gluten. There are also many packaged gluten free baking mixes, so try some to find your favorite. Many of these other grains can be effectively used as substitutes for bread.

What do most gluten-free people eat? ›

Allowed fresh foods
  • Fruits and vegetables.
  • Beans, seeds, legumes and nuts in their natural, unprocessed forms.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean, nonprocessed meats, fish and poultry.
  • Most low-fat dairy products.

What to make 2 days ahead for Thanksgiving? ›

Dishes you should definitely make in advance
  • Thanksgiving stuffing. "We always make my mom's sweet potato stuffing ahead of time. ...
  • Casserole. "Pretty much anything with 'casserole' in the name is built for being made in advance." — ...
  • Mise en place. ...
  • Gravy. ...
  • Turkey and chicken stock. ...
  • Most desserts. ...
  • Brussels sprouts. ...
  • Dinner rolls.
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Can you make food the night before Thanksgiving? ›

For many of us, that means getting a head start on planning — sometimes as far as a month in advance. If any night is the most critical, it's the night before, when many Americans will bake pies and prepare reheatable dishes, like casseroles and soups, so that Thursday morning doesn't dissolve into chaos.

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 are the 5 most common sides served on Thanksgiving Day? ›

First things first: If you're going for the most quintessential Thanksgiving, you've got to have the classics. We're talking stuffing, sweet potato casserole, gravy, green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce…

How many sides should you have at Thanksgiving? ›

How many dishes should I serve with the turkey? For 4 people, choose 1-2 appetizers and 3 sides. For 8 people, choose 1-3 appetizers and 3 sides. For 16 people, choose 2-3 appetizers and 3 or more sides.

What is Texas favorite Thanksgiving side dish? ›

Green bean casserole is Texas' favorite Thanksgiving side dish. See list of top 5 dishes. Rejoice, fellow green bean casserole lovers. A new report found the dish is the Lone Star State's favorite Thanksgiving side.

What is the most important food on a Thanksgiving table? ›

Stuffing. Good stuffing is key to a successful Thanksgiving dinner. At its simplest, stuffing is seasoned bread cubes mixed with onions and herbs. The stuffing is traditionally baked inside the bird but can also be baked in a separate baking dish.

What is the most favorite dessert on Thanksgiving? ›

In general, pie reigns supreme as a Thanksgiving dessert. While some families have their nice selections of pie servings, tradition says apple, pumpkin pie, and a southern pecan pie are the go-tos, typically made with a buttery pastry pie crust.

What Thanksgiving foods are not gluten-free? ›

Traditional side dishes that might have dairy or gluten include:
  • Mashed potatoes (milk, butter)
  • Stuffing (bread and mixes contain gluten and/or dairy)
  • Macaroni & cheese (cheese, milk, bread crumbs)
  • Green bean casserole (cream, fried onions)
  • Gravy (flour, butter)
  • Pies (butter and flour in crusts, cream in pumpkin pie)
Nov 15, 2023

What common meals are gluten-free? ›

  • Classic Stuffed Peppers. ...
  • Cacio E Pepe Sweet Potato Noodles. ...
  • Lemony Chicken & Potatoes With Feta. ...
  • Feta & Herb-Crusted Salmon. ...
  • Creamy Gochujang White Chicken Chili. ...
  • Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole. ...
  • Instant Pot Pork Puttanesca. ...
  • Best-Ever Gluten-Free Pasta.
Feb 22, 2023

What is the best food for gluten-free guests? ›

Broil, grill or pan-fry meat, fish and vegetables in olive oil or light butter. Bake or roast potatoes, and toss salads in homemade balsamic vinegar dressing – Voila, a delicious, nutritious, gluten-free meal!

Do marshmallows have gluten? ›

Many, though not all, marshmallow brands in the United States are gluten-free. Some marshmallows may contain trace amounts of gluten. These may not be easily tolerated by people with celiac disease. People with mild gluten intolerance may be able to eat marshmallow brands that aren't labeled as gluten-free.

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