Unique Thanksgiving Side Dishes
31 Totally Unexpected Thanksgiving Sides
Sure, you've got Thanksgiving recipes that are never to be messed with (mom's pecan pie, for instance). But every now and then, we love the idea of pushing tradition aside for something unexpected. Sides are a great way to do that, because, let's be real, sometimes mashed potatoes could use an upgrade. Ahead, check out 31 out-of-the-box ideas.
— Additional reporting by Nicole Perry
Oyster Kimchi Stuffing
Image Source: Lady and Pups
30-Minute Butternut Squash and Cider Soup
Image Source: Alexandra's Kitchen
Miso Collard Greens
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Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole With Bacon and Pecans
Image Source: Half Baked Harvest
Parmesan Wasabi Mashed Potatoes
Image Source: She Likes Food
Brussels Sprout Salad With Pomegranate, Walnuts, and Jalapeño
Image Source: Alexandra's Kitchen
Roasted Kabocha Squash With Crème Fraiche
Image Source: Lieslicious
Stuffing Muffins
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Cheesy Squash Casserole
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette Roberts
Chipotle Coca-Cola Sweet Potatoes
Image Source: Always Order Dessert
Caramelized Celery Root Puree With Toasted Hazelnuts
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Susannah Chen
Swiss Chard Salad With Lemon, Parmesan, and Breadcrumbs
Image Source: Alexandra's Kitchen
Goat Cheese Baked Mashed Potatoes
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Twice-Baked Acorn Squash With Maple Butter and Pecans
Image Source: A Cozy Kitchen
Herbed Feta Biscuits
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Wild Rice Stuffing With Mushrooms
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Mashed Potatoes With Caramelized Onions
Image Source: Food52 / James Ransom
Baked Sweet Potatoes With Honeyed Yogurt and Pepitas
Image Source: The Young Austinian
Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins
Image Source: Damn Delicious
Brussels Sprout, Beluga Lentil, and Cranberry Holiday Salad
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Slow-Cooker Creamed Corn
Image Source: Damn Delicious
Millet, Lentil, and Pomegranate Salad
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette Roberts
Pumpkin and Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes
Image Source: Cooking For Keeps
Pretzel Bread and Quinoa Stuffing
Image Source: How Sweet It Is
Candied Acorn Squash Rings
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff
Warm Kale Salad With Roasted Butternut Squash
Image Source: Jelly Toast
Slow-Cooker Balsamic Brussels Sprouts With Pine Nuts
Image Source: America's Test Kitchen
Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Sage and Paprika
Image Source: Eat Drink Garden With Valerie Rice
Pesto Mashed Potatoes
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Roasted Red Kuri Squash With Tart Cherries and Pecans
Image Source: Sarah Yates for A House in the Hills
Curried Pumpkin Soup
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette Roberts
