30 Ways to Lighten Up Your Favorite Holiday Comfort Foods
Admit it: we all look forward to the holidays because it gives us license to indulge in some of our all-time favorite comfort foods. At the same time, we know you want to be health-conscious where you can, too, and oftentimes the tricky part is nailing a healthy recipe that actually hits the spot. Don't worry; we've got you covered. From low-carb mashed potatoes to vegan desserts, you won't be sorry if you try one of these lightened-up versions of your holiday favorites.
Quinoa Chili
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Light French Onion Soup
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Stuffed Squash With Quinoa, Cranberries and Goat Cheese
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Cranberry Maple Lentil Loaf
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Vegetarian Chili
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Autumn Kale, Apple and Quinoa Salad
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Healthy Green Bean Casserole
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Herb-Roasted Tri-Color Carrots
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Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole
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Whole Wheat Veggie Gyoza
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Healthy Fried Chicken
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Healthy Shrimp and Grits
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Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese
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Vegan Split Pea and Sweet Potato Soup
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Paleo Chocolate Pudding
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Italian Sausage, White Bean and Kale Soup
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Gluten-Free Gnocchi With Pomodoro Zucchini Pasta
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Vegan Apple Cranberry Crisp
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Lentil Bake With Sugar-Free Barbecue Sauce
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Dairy Free Bread Pudding
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Low-Carb Tortilla Soup
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Paleo Pot Pie
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Gluten-Free Cheddar Biscuits
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Low-Carb Mashed Potatoes
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Cornbread Salad with Jalapeño-Browned Butter Vinaigrette
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Baked Potato Chips With Onion Dip
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Paleo Meatloaf Muffins
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Vegan Banana Apple Chunk Bread
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Loaded Baked Potato Soup
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