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The Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes

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August 18, 2022 By Lisa Sharp 2 Comments

Looking for some new Thanksgiving side dishes to try? Try this list of over 25 delicious side dishes and you are sure to have the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving dinner or use for Christmas side dishes.

collage of thanksgiving side dishes

The holiday season means lots of delicious meals, from Thanksgiving to Christmas and everything in between. For me, the side dishes are my favorite part. There are favorite Christmas side dishes and Thanksgiving side dishes I have to have every year but it’s also fun to mix it up and find new favorites.

When cooking the Thanksgiving meal for my husband’s family we usually have cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, and rolls. These are also seen when my family gets together. You will also find a few other yummy sides.

Thanks to my blogger friends, I’ve found a lot of great new Thanksgiving side dish options. There are brand new ideas as well as new takes on classics. All are made from scratch with natural ingredients. They may not all be low-calorie but at least you know they contain good ingredients, that counts for something right?

Thanksgiving Side Dishes & Organization

Before we get to the recipes, Thanksgiving is one of those holidays that can be really stressful. There is so much to do and not a lot of time to  do it in. 

Having a good plan can really help make sure you have an organized and stress-free Thanksgiving. I’ve got some simple daily Thanksgiving planner sheets that can help. The best part is you can get them for free, just sign up below and they will be sent to your inbox.

You can also get my full Thanksgiving planner and Christmas planner to get even more organized this holiday season. And now it’s time for all the delicious Thanksgiving side dishes.

Thanksgiving Side Dishes

The Best Green Bean Casserole

This green bean casserole is made from scratch and doesn't contain any canned soup. Instead, this green bean casserole is made with a homemade cream sauce and is even keto-friendly.

Orange Cranberry Sauce

Homemade cranberry sauce isn't hard to make and it's so much better than store-bought!

Photo Credit: thebakermama.com

Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole

Easy Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole is a classic and comforting side dish that’s great with a weeknight meal or holiday buffet

Photo Credit: www.ezrapoundcake.com

Creamed Spinach Gratin

This classic side dish is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving meal.

Photo Credit: www.iheartnaptime.net

Parmesan Roasted Carrots

These parmesan roasted carrots are savory, sweet, and completely addicting! A quick and easy side dish that’s baked to perfection and full of flavor. 

Photo Credit: www.frugalmomeh.com

Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Apples

Update your Homemade Cranberry Sauce with apples and spice for an easy twist on the classic Thanksgiving side dish. 

Photo Credit: www.aboutamom.com

Apple and Sausage Stuffing Recipe 

This classic apple and sausage stuffing recipe is a crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving side dish that’s loaded up with vegetables, fruit, and savory sage sausage. 

Photo Credit: brendid.com

Oven Roasted Root Vegetables

Easy Oven Roasted Root Vegetables are a healthy and delicious side dish. They are perfect for a simple dinner or a holiday feast. Try adding this easy and colorful vegetable side dish to your next meal.

Photo Credit: lifewithdee.com

Layered Salad

This is a delicious filling salad that everyone will eat up in no time. It's also perfect for the vegetarians at your Thanksgiving dinner.

Photo Credit: www.goodinthesimple.com

Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon

Chopped brussels sprouts are combined with bacon, arugula, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette in this fantastic salad.

Photo Credit: www.thespeckledpalate.com

Green Bean Bacon Bundles

Wrap small bundles of fresh green beans in a strip of bacon. Whip up a homemade mustard vinaigrette, then brush the green bean bundles with the vinaigrette. 

Photo Credit: lifewithdee.com

Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole 

There are so many delicious ways to make sweet potato casserole. Syrupy sweet with marshmallows on top may be the most common but don’t be afraid to experiment a bit. This version adds sliced apples and is then topped with a crunchy streusel mixture instead of marshmallows.

Photo Credit: juliasalbum.com

Apple Cranberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Apple Cranberry Spinach Salad with Cashews and Balsamic Vinaigrette - healthy, delicious, easy-to-make salad! 

Photo Credit: cookingandbeer.com

Bourbon Maple Glazed Carrots

These bourbon maple-glazed carrots are so magical and the perfect addition to the Thanksgiving table. 

Photo Credit: www.cookingforkeeps.com

Creamy Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Never have lumpy mashed potatoes again! Here, we talk about the Best Creamy Dreamy Mashed Potatoes Recipe and how to make the creamiest mashed potatoes perfect every single time. These mashed potatoes are silky-smooth, SO flavorful and perfect for a crowd.

Photo Credit: www.bobbiskozykitchen.com

Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Parmesan

This oven-roasted asparagus recipe is easy to make, uses one pan, and is the perfect Keto, LCHF, vegetarian and gluten-free side dish.

Photo Credit: carlsbadcravings.com

Cranberry Apple Pecan Wild Rice PIlaf 

Easy one-pot Cranberry Apple Pecan Wild Rice Pilaf simmered in herb-seasoned chicken broth and apple juice and riddled with sweet dried cranberries, apples, and roasted pecans for an unbelievable savory-sweet side dish perfect for the holidays. Everyone always asks for this recipe!

Photo Credit: www.galonamission.com

Loaded Potato Casserole

A loaded potato casserole recipe that tastes phenomenal and it's so easy to put together! Everyone will be coming back for seconds! 

Photo Credit: www.thegraciouswife.com

Crockpot Stuffing Recipe

Free up your oven with this simple and classic Crockpot Stuffing! A traditional recipe with onions, celery, and herbs, cooked to perfection in the slow cooker!

Photo Credit: www.skinnytaste.com

Garlic Sweet Potato Mash

Mashed sweet potatoes are often smothered in sugar, but this savory version is healthy and just as delicious! Your loved ones will keep coming back for more.

Photo Credit: www.fivehearthome.com

Cream Cheese Corn Casserole

Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is a decadent, comforting side dish featuring sweet corn mixed with cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and (optional) diced jalapeños!

Photo Credit: sallysbakingaddiction.com

Creamy Green Bean Casserole 

Learn how to make creamy green bean casserole completely from scratch with real ingredients. This family favorite side dish will put that Thanksgiving turkey to shame!

Photo Credit: selfproclaimedfoodie.com

Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes

Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes, with the nutty and aromatic flavor of browned butter, is the perfect side dish to any dinner, including Thanksgiving!

Photo Credit: houseofyumm.com

Mashed Potato Casserole

Mashed Potato Casserole. The creamiest, cheesiest mashed potatoes EVER! This easy-to-make side dish is loaded up with extra melty cheese, crispy bacon, and chives. The best part? You can make this dish ahead of time and then just pop it in the oven to heat it back up! 

Easy Cheese Bread

Skip the rolls this year and serve this easy cheese bread. It's a quick bread without any yeast so you can whip it up in no time.

More Thanksgiving Recipes

Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce

Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce

Very simple and delicious cranberry cream cheese danishes. They use leftover cranberry sauce and Immaculate Baking Company organic crescent rolls so they are done in no time. #ad #OrganicHolidayBaking #ImmaculateBaking @ImmaculateBakes

Cranberry Cream Cheese Danish Recipe

cranberry muffins close up

Easy Cranberry Muffin Recipe

slice of cranberry banana bread on white plate

Vintage Cranberry Banana Bread

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  1. Erin @ The Speckled Palate says

    November 16, 2016 at 7:28 am

    Thanks so much for including my Green Bean Bacon Bundles in your list of best holiday dishes! These are one of my family’s very favorites. 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      November 16, 2016 at 9:08 am

      You’re welcome! They look delicious.

      Reply

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