20 Healthy Thanksgiving Sides to Help You Avoid the Extra Holiday Pounds

I think I can safely say the majority of us look forward to the holidays with excitement and anticipation. And for good reason — the holidays mean creating memories with our loved ones and consuming a glorious amount of seasonal, delicious dishes. With this comes the weight gain often associated with the holiday season. This leaves many, myself included, slightly dreading the holidays. Why should all the dieting, exercising, and self-control be compromised all within a matter of weeks? This list of healthy Thanksgiving sides will start your holiday season off on the right foot and keep you on track with your healthy goals.

01
Fig and Sausage Cauliflower Stuffing
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Fig and Sausage Cauliflower Stuffing

02
Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese
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Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese

03
Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole
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Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole

04
Healthy Zucchini Bread
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Healthy Zucchini Bread

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05
Low-Carb Mashed Potatoes
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Low-Carb Mashed Potatoes

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06
Roasted Butternut Squash
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Roasted Butternut Squash

Get the recipe: roasted butternut squash

08
Vegan Sweet Potato Millet
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Vegan Sweet Potato Millet

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09
Green Beans With Mushroom Sauce
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Green Beans With Mushroom Sauce

10
Gluten-Free Buttermilk Biscuits
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Gluten-Free Buttermilk Biscuits

11
Steamed Carrots With Olive Oil and Lemon
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Steamed Carrots With Olive Oil and Lemon

12
Brussels Sprout, Kale, and Lentil Salad
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Brussels Sprout, Kale, and Lentil Salad

13
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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14
Millet Salad With Pomegranate
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Millet Salad With Pomegranate

15
Apple Raisin Easy Gluten-Free Stuffing
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Apple Raisin Easy Gluten-Free Stuffing

16
Harvest Roasted Vegetables
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Harvest Roasted Vegetables

17
Paleo Sweet Potato Pie
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Paleo Sweet Potato Pie

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18
3-Bean Salad
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3-Bean Salad

Get the recipe: three-bean salad

19
Golden Sweet Potato Soup With Burrata and Sage Pesto
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Golden Sweet Potato Soup With Burrata and Sage Pesto

20
Cranberry Citrus Salad With Goat Cheese and Pecans
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Cranberry Citrus Salad With Goat Cheese and Pecans