Thanksgiving is almost here, which means you’ll soon be indulging in all your favorite dishes. While the main course of turkey or ham is important, it’s the Thanksgiving side dishes that usually get people talking. Either you’re hosting dinner yourself or heading to someone else’s house and need something to bring, but either way, you probably need an idea or two for delicious sides to bring.
If you get tired of cooking the same recipe over and over and want to change it up this year, you’ve come to the right place. From pumpkin puree and butternut squash soup to mashed potatoes and fresh harvest salads, here are some of our favorite Thanksgiving side dish recipes to whip up for your festivities this year.
Read on, and if you’re looking for more tips on how to have the best Thanksgiving meal, check out How to Expertly Brine a Turkey, According to Chefs.
Green beans
Can’t get rid of the classics? Why not make healthier versions of them! This popular Thanksgiving side dish can be made much healthier thanks to added vegetables and a light dusting of breadcrumbs.
Get our recipe for Green Beans.
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Gluten-free crispy rosemary potatoes
These Crispy Rosemary Potatoes are a great option on the Thanksgiving side, and the fact that they’re gluten-free makes it a safe dish for everyone at the dinner party.
Get our recipe for Crispy Rosemary Potatoes.
Flaky Southern Biscuits
These Flaky Southern Biscuits are the perfect accompaniment to any meal, especially when paired with a soup for dipping!
Get our recipe for Flaky Southern Biscuits.
Mixed green salad and pumpkin vinaigrette
Use up that leftover canned pumpkin from that pie you baked and whip up this easy mixed green salad with a pumpkin vinaigrette!
Get our recipe for mixed green salad and pumpkin vinaigrette.
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Pumpkin mashed potatoes
Or use that pumpkin to make pumpkin mashed potatoes for a fiber boost and vitamin A on your plate.
Get our recipe for pumpkin mashed potatoes.
Macaroni and cheese
Trust us—everyone secretly hopes for this cheesy comfort food on the Thanksgiving table. The secret to this sharp cheddar mac and cheese is Greek yogurt, which makes the sauce extra creamy.
Get our recipe for Mac and Cheese.
Roasted garlic mash
We get it—sometimes it’s comforting to have a bowl of mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving. So this Roasted Garlic Mash will satisfy that nostalgic craving you have.
Get our recipe for Roasted Garlic Mash.
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Apple sausage filling
This apple sausage stuffing keeps it light with turkey sausage, hearty veggies and fruit, and cubes of your favorite crusty loaf.
Get our recipe for apple sausage filling.
Yukon gold & sweet potato gratin
Impress your guests with this elevated potato dish!
Get our recipe for Yukon Gold & Sweet Potato Gratin.
Orange cranberry relish
Not a fan of preserves? Make your own cranberry sauce with our delicious sweet orange cranberry recipe.
Get our recipe for Orange Cranberry Relish.
Butternut Squash Soup
Whether you want a cup served with dinner or a bowl before your meal, this butternut squash soup is a classic way to celebrate the best of the healthy vegetables the season has to offer!
Get our recipe for Butternut Squash Soup.
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Honey roasted carrots
These roasted carrots add the perfect sweet touch to your Thanksgiving meal.
Get our recipe for Honey Roasted Carrots.
Roasted Squash
Not really feeling potatoes this year? Dice up a butternut squash and roast it as a starchy side instead!
Get our roasted squash recipe.
Homemade sauce
You simply can’t have a Thanksgiving meal without its go-to sidekick: gravy. And while it’s meant to be poured over turkey, we wouldn’t blame you for pouring this over everything you eat!
Get our recipe for homemade sauce.
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Healthy spinach and goat cheese salad with apples and warm bacon dressing
This salad can either serve as a Thanksgiving side dish or the perfect appetizer before you dig into the main meal!
Get our recipe for Healthy Spinach and Goat Cheese Salad with Apples and Hot Bacon Dressing.
Warm Brussels sprouts salad with eggs and pickled red onion
A fun take on your standard Thanksgiving Brussels sprouts recipe, this salad is served with eggs for protein and pickled red onions for a tangy twist.
Get our recipe for warm Brussels sprouts salad with eggs and pickled red onions.
Butternut Squash Hash
Don’t feel like filling this year? This butternut squash hash is a great option. It lightens up your meal by skipping the bread and just focusing on protein and vegetables.
Get our recipe for Butternut Squash Hash.
Roasted Brussels sprouts
Roasted Brussels sprouts are certainly an easy Thanksgiving side dish, but why not kick it up a notch? Elevate your Brussels sprouts with one of our five favorite combinations: Lemon Pomegranate, Maple Pecan, Bacon Feta, Crispy Parmesan, or even All Bagel Spice!
Get our recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts 5 Ways.
Crispy Crumb-Topped Mac and Cheese Cups
Muffin tins make portion control on Thanksgiving much easier – so why not go all out with these cheesy mac and cheese cups with crumb?
Get our recipe for Crispy Crumb-Topped Mac and Cheese Cups.
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Warm kale-quinoa salad
You can easily turn this lunch salad into a side for your Thanksgiving table by skipping the cooked chicken and simply serve this vegetarian style with a homemade Dijon vinaigrette.
Get our recipe for Warm Kale Quinoa Salad.
Crushed potatoes
Tired of mashed potatoes? Ditch the classic Thanksgiving side dish and whip up these easy mashed potatoes instead!
Get our recipe for mashed potatoes.
Roasted parmesan asparagus
You can’t go wrong with a plate of roasted asparagus – especially when it’s topped with cream cheese!
Get our recipe for Roasted Parmesan Asparagus.
15-Minute Parmesan-Roasted Broccoli
A light green to add to your table as isn’t it a salad, this roasted broccoli recipe comes in and out of the oven in just 15 minutes.
Get our recipe for 15-Minute Parmesan Roasted Broccoli.
Twice Baked Potatoes
With cheesy, crunchy toppings, who wouldn’t love a twice-baked potato on their Thanksgiving plate?
Get our Twice Baked Potato recipe.
Pistachio and cranberry cheese ball
This pistachio and cranberry cheese ball is one of the easiest crowd pleasers you can whip up. All you need is goat cheese, cream cheese, pistachios, cranberries and chopped parsley to impress everyone at the table.
Get our recipe for Pistachio and Cranberry Cheeseballs.
Pan-roasted mushrooms
Don’t have space in the oven to cook more food? These mushrooms are pan-roasted to perfection and don’t take a ton of time to make.
Get our pan-roasted mushrooms recipe.
Spicy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
If you’re more of a sweet potato person but don’t want to bother with a sweet potato casserole this year, this easy mashed sweet potato recipe is the perfect balance.
Get our recipe for Spicy Mashed Sweet Potatoes.
Garlic Lemon Spinach
Another easy addition to the stovetop, this garlic lemon shrimp requires just six ingredients and is ready to eat in less than 10 minutes.
Get our recipe for Garlic Lemon Spinach.
Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
Fire up your air fryer and make this original hasselback potato recipe that’s sure to surprise—and delight—your Thanksgiving dinner guests.
Get our recipe for Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes.
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Warm goat cheese salad
Whether served before the main course or alongside your turkey, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce, this warm goat cheese salad adds a hint of fall sweetness with pears, walnuts, and balsamic vinaigrette.
Get our recipe for warm goat cheese salad.
Brussels sprouts with bacon and almonds
This five-ingredient recipe is sure to turn even the most reluctant Brussels sprouts into fans. With smoky bacon, vibrant red peppers and crunchy almonds, this flavorful side dish will be the star of any meal.
Get our recipe for Brussels sprouts with bacon and almonds.
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