While the turkey is obviously the real MVP, personally, our favorites are all the other stars of the show. We love a good Thanksgiving salad, crunchy sweet potato casserole, and perfect buttery stuffing. Ugh, is it Thanksgiving yet??? Here are some of our favorite Thanksgiving recipes – from appetizer to dessert. Happy feasting!
Bacon and Brussels Sprout Salad
Hands down, one of our absolute favorites. Fresh Brussels sprouts, crispy bacon, tangy dressing, and a generous sprinkle of Parm. Looking for more brussels sprouts? I love these House Favorite Brussels Sprouts and these Caramelized Brussels Sprouts. Get the recipe here.
Autumn Glow Salad
Roasted cauliflower, sweet potato, grains, lemon dressing. Hitting all the autumn high notes here. Get the recipe here.
Pomegranate, Kale, and Wild Rice Salad
Not only super tasty but also SUPER BEAUTIFUL. Love this one. Get the recipe.
Roasted Sweet Potato, Wild Rice, and Arugula Salad
Super simple: just roasted sweet potatoes, wild rice, cashews, and an easy lemon dressing. YUM. Get the recipe.
Cranberry Brie Pastry Tarts
from HalfBakedHarvest.com Can you really go wrong with oozy cheese on a puff pastry pillow? Get the recipe.
Spiced Nuts
from WellSeasonedStudio.com The anything and everything snack that’ll keep the pre-dinner hangry-ness at bay. Get the recipe.
Best Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Creamy mashed potatoes MADE IN THE INSTANT POT. This is not a drill. Get the recipe here.
Healthy Green Bean Casserole
from GimmeSomeOven.com Right up there with the turkey as far as Thanksgiving classics go. Even better: no canned green beans! Get the recipe here.
15-Minute Homemade Orange Cranberry Sauce
from AmbitiousKitchen.com An obvious must on your Thanksgiving table. Get the recipe here.
Sweet Potato Casserole
Making all our Thanksgiving dreams come true. That crunchy brown sugar topping will give you life. Get the recipe here.
How To Make The Perfect Classic Stuffing
from BuzzFeed.com Can’t go wrong with a classic Thanksgiving stuffing (that’s NOT from a box). Get the recipe here.
Maple Glazed Spatchcock Turkey
from PlaysWellWithButter.com Next-level turkey ready in less than 2 hours? Yes please. Get the recipe here
Baked Mac and Cheese
A prime main dish for all your vegetarian (and let’s be honest – non-vegetarian) pals. Can’t go wrong with a good mac and cheese. Get the recipe.
Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie
Another vegetarian winner. Saucy mushrooms, carrots, and peas topped with creamy mashed potatoes. Get the recipe.
Pumpkin Dessert Bars
So retro and soooo amazing. Made super easy with YELLOW CAKE MIX. No jokes here. Get the recipe here.
Addicting Caramel Apple Crisp Bars
Caramely apples tucked in by a brown sugar-y crust on both sides. Can you think of anything better? Get the recipe here.
Best Pumpkin Pie
from LoveAndLemons.com Is it really Thanksgiving if there’s not pumpkin pie? Get the recipe.
Apple Cheddar Pie
from SallysBakingAddiction.com Fruit + cheese + pie? BRB. Diving in right now. Get the recipe.
Turkey Cranberry Salad
from ChelseasMessyApron.com Post-Thanksgiving lunch plans, right here. Get the recipe.
Loaded Turkey Panini
Obviously a proper response to too much Thanksgiving food is MORE THANKSGIVING FOOD. Get the recipe here.
Roasted Vegan Thanksgiving Bowl
from ILoveVegan.com Take all your veg-friendly leftovers, load them up in a bowl, devour. Get the recipe.
Holiday Detox Green Apple Smoothie
Because we all need a good detox after all of the above. 👆🏼 Get the recipe here.
Chinese Turkey Lettuce Wraps
from ZestfulKitchen.com Crisp, saucy lettuce wraps that are really just everything you need post-turkey dinner. Get the recipe. Happy early Thanksgiving to you and yours! Whether you’re traveling to see friends/family or staying close to home, we’re hoping this season is filled with lots of gratitude and love. ♡
