25 Healthy Christmas Recipes to Please Every Guest

The holidays usually mean potatoes loaded with cream, cookies covered in icing, meats laden with rich sauces, and all the sugary cocktails you can imagine — but they don't have to. When you want to keep your belt from needing a few extra notches come midnight, try one of these vegan, Paleo, gluten-free, or low-cal mains, sides, and desserts. Your friends and family (and Santa) will thank you.

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Kale Salad With Sweet Potato Noodles and a Smoky Orange Vinaigrette
Tasty Yummies

Kale Salad With Sweet Potato Noodles and a Smoky Orange Vinaigrette

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Vegan Pomegranate Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Tasty Yummies

Vegan Pomegranate Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

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Christmas Veggie Kabobs
Creme de la Crumb

Christmas Veggie Kabobs

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Cranberry Chicken Breast
Creme de le Crumb

Cranberry Chicken Breast

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Almond and Coconut Macaroons
POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar

Almond and Coconut Macaroons

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Paleo Quiche With a Grain-Free Crust
Healthful Pursuit

Paleo Quiche With a Grain-Free Crust

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Kale Salad With Chia Croutons
Healthful Pursuit

Kale Salad With Chia Croutons

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Paleo Stuffed Peppers
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Paleo Stuffed Peppers

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Gluten-Free Gingerbread Smoothie
Tasty Yummies

Gluten-Free Gingerbread Smoothie

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Paleo Sausage, Apple, and Butternut Squash Stuffing
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Paleo Sausage, Apple, and Butternut Squash Stuffing

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Guilt-Free Chocolate Chia Cookies
Hummusapien

Guilt-Free Chocolate Chia Cookies

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Sautéed Steaks With Wilted Arugula
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Sautéed Steaks With Wilted Arugula

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Squash, Sweet Potato, Carrot, and White Bean Soup
POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar

Squash, Sweet Potato, Carrot, and White Bean Soup

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Pear, Pomegranate, and Spinach Salad
Cooking Classy

Pear, Pomegranate, and Spinach Salad

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Balsamic Marinated Steak Bites With Kale
Cooking For Keeps

Balsamic Marinated Steak Bites With Kale

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Dipped Paleo Gingersnaps
Healthful Pursuit

Dipped Paleo Gingersnaps

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Cranberry Raison Brussels Sprouts
Lorimer Street Kitchen

Cranberry Raison Brussels Sprouts

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Paleo Mint Chip Truffles
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Paleo Mint Chip Truffles

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Zucchini Fritters
BS' in the Kitchen

Zucchini Fritters

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Eggnog Overnight Oats
POPSUGAR Photography | Dominique Astorino

Eggnog Overnight Oats

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Pumpkin-Coconut Bisque
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Pumpkin-Coconut Bisque

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