Are you ready for the big day yet?
While in my part of the world, most of us have already started planning for Christmas, I know that a great bunch of you, my friends from across the border, currently have your hands fulltrying to get everything done in timefor Thanksgiving.
Well, that time might be getting short, but despair not: thereare still a few days left to get things all tied up and finalized.
And just in case youaren’t done figuring out your entire Thanksgiving menu just yet, I figured I’d search the web and gather a few more healthy Thanksgiving recipeideas for you…
Hopethis one comes in handy!
Thanksgiving Turkey Veggie Tray
I can’t remember ever going to a party where veggies and dip didn’t getserved. They sure are a great way to keep your guests busy, happy and satisfied while they are waiting for the main courseto arrive.
Can you think of a cuter way of delivering said veggies and dip on Thanksgiving? I most certainly can’t — this is simply brilliant!
- Thanksgiving Veggie Trayby Eating Richly– Get the recipe here
Figs with Walnuts and Gorgonzola
This simple appetizer looks so fresh and tasty! It certainly is a nice change from the classic Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates.
I’m thinking of adding this one to my personal menu this year… if I can get my hands on the fresh figs, that is!
- Figs with Walnuts and Gorgonzolaon Woman’s Day – Get the recipe here
Green Olive, Walnut and Pomegranate Dip
Apparently, this chunky dip is a specialty in the Gilan province of Northern Iran. I personally have never tried it, but I get the feeling that that’s about to change…
- Green Olive, Walnut and Pomegranate Dip on Woman’s Day – Get the recipe here
ROSEMARY INFUSED WILD RICE STUFFED MUSHROOMS
Stuffed mushrooms, in my opinion, are simply the best appetizer, no matter what you stuff them with. Rosemary infused wild rice? Now that sounds like a winner to me!
Please send that platter my way…
- Rosemary Infused Wild Rice Stuffed Mushrooms by The Plant Philosophy– Get the recipe here
APPLE AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP WITH WALNUTS AND MARJORAM
How’s about a bowl of soupbefore movin’on to the main course? Apple, butternut squash, walnuts and ginger really sound like a winning combination to me.
- Apple and Butternut Squash Soupby The Iron You – Get the recipe here
3 Easy Steps to a Moist and Delicious Turkey
Let’s face it, no Thanksgiving would be complete without turkey. And if you’re going to put a moist, juicy and flavorful bird on the table this Thanksgiving, brining it is a crucial step that you won’t want to skip!
Then, of course, you have to get the roasting part right, too…
- 3 Steps to a Moist and DeliciousTurkey by Delightful E Made– Get the recipe here
HOW TO DRY BRINE A THANKSGIVING TURKEY
If a wet brine is too complicated for you, because you don’t have access to the required equipment you know, then you might want to consider a dry brine instead…
I know I’m definitely trying it this Christmas!
- How to Dry Bribe a Thanksgiving Turkey by Wholefully– Get the recipe here
Quinoa “Stuffing” (Quinoa with Butternut Squash, Cranberries & Pistachios)
Stuffing so stunningly gorgeous and so delicious looking… I say you should definitely serve it “on the side”.
I wouldn’t want to hide that beauty inside a bird.
- Quinoa Stuffing by Gimme Some Oven– Get the recipe here
Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprout, and Bread Stuffing with Apples
This one’s a beautiful twist on the traditional bread stuffing.
- Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprout and Bread Stuffing by Food52– Get the recipe here
BROWN AND WILD RICE TURKEY STUFFING WITH CHESTNUTS AND DRIED FRUITS
Here’sthe stuffing that was on my personalmenu a couple of years back…If you’re a fan of chestnuts and dried fruits, you’ll be all over that one!
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Clean Eating Mushroom Rosemary Quinoa Stuffing Recipe with Cranberries
How gorgeous does this look? Never mind the turkey, I want to have some of that NOW!
- Clean Eating Mushroom Rosemary Quinoa Stuffing by ifoodreal– Get the recipe here
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Cinnamon Butternut Squash, Pecans, and Cranberries
So manyThanksgiving must-haves, all rolled into a single dish. I say this is a definite must-make!
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Cinnamon Butternut Squash, Pecans, and Cranberries by Julia’s Album– Get the recipe here
Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad
I’m not sure whetherthis should be an appetizer, a side, or something that you’d want to have immediately following the main course…
All I know is, a salad this beautiful AND delicious looking, you definitely want to have on your menu!
- Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad by Le Creme de la Crumb– Get the recipe here
Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Cranberry Couscous
A saladSO pretty, you may even want to use it as a centerpiece!It looks like jewels in a bowl!
- Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Cranberry Couscous by Gimme Some Oven– Get the recipe here
Roasted Root Vegetables Salad
Gorgeous, colorful, filled with so many textures… if you’re planning on serving this salad on Thanksgiving, will you please invite meover?
- Roasted Root Vegetables Salad by A Spicy Perspective – Get the recipe here
Crispy Roasted Green Beans
Delicious food doesn’t have to be complicated, does it? Not even on Thanksgiving, it doesn’t.
- Crispy Roasted Green Beansby Primavera Kitchen– Get the recipe here
Honey Glazed Hasselback Butternut Squash
Or, sometimes, it can be a tad complicated… but so incredibly worth the hassle! As elegant as it is delicious, this Honey Glazed Hasselback Butternut Squash is guaranteed to be the star of any dinner table.
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes {Slow Cooker}
Oh my! Roasted Garlic + Mashed Potatoes in the slow cooker? I’m sold! Is there stillroomto put these on the menu? Sure there is! We’ll just have to skip dessert, that’s all.
Maybe…
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes by Little Spice Jar– Get the recipe here
Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Mash
If you don’t do white potatoes, here’s an amazing alternative! And how colorful, too!
- Sweet Potatoes & Cauliflower Mashby The Fit Fork– Get the recipe here
MAPLE CINNAMON ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
For a fan of butternut squash such as myself, this is an absolute must.
- Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squashby Life Made Sweeter– Get the recipe here
SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE, GRATIN STYLE
Ha! I love it when I browse the Net for recipes and stumble on some of my own.Here’s another one of my creations from a few years back. It’s still just as delicious today, though, I’m sure of it!
You can find this recipe and many more on allfreecasserolerecipes.com — if you’re looking for a casserole recipe, they’re definitely the place to go!
SCALLOPED SWEET POTATO RING
A new and improved version of the above sweet potato “gratin”, thistrue stunner will definitely steal the show. Try not to putit too close to the turkey, though, otherwise the bird might get a bit jealous!
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
PALEO PUMPKIN PIE
No Thanksgiving meal would be complete without dessert, now would it? And what better way to end this annual feast than with a slice of heavenly Paleo Pumpkin Pie?
With its devilishlysweet, spiced and super richcustard-like fillingandtender-yet-crispycrust, all that topped with a crunchy, honey sweetened crumble, this unconventional Pumpkin Pie is nothing short of spectacular.
Bet it’ll have youcoming back for more… year after year after year!
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Paleo Pecan Pie
Or, you could go with this other great classic. Trust me when I say that the “real deal” has absolutely nothing over this Paleo version of Pecan Pie: its filling is perfectlysweet, silky smooth and crunchy at the same time, and tastes like a million bucks, too!
Once you’ve tried it, you’ll never go back!
by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Baked Pears with Walnuts and Honey
Looking for something a bit on the lighter side? These Baked Pears with Walnuts and Honey sound incredibly refreshing, especially after a big heavy meal like that…
- Baked Pears with Walnuts and Honeyby Skinny Taste– Get the recipe here
Pumpkin-Pear Crisps
In case you couldn’t decide between pumpkin and pear. These Pumpkin Pear Crisps sound like a great compromise!
- Pumpkin Pear Crispson Bon Appetit – Get the recipe here
