It’s time to start planning the Thanksgiving menu! Whether you’re serving it yourself or bringing a dish to a family gathering or Friendsgiving, you’ll need to choose some tasty side dishes. We’re sharing 20 Thanksgiving side dishes that will steal the show. Forget the turkey, these familiar flavors and fresh takes on holiday classics will get gobbled up! Which ones will grace your table this year? 

Thanksgiving Jarcuteries

These individual-sized charcuterie boards are the latest trend in tasty party snacks and a handy alternative to traditional charcuterie boards. Jarcuterie puts a personalized spin on this party favorite with single-sized portions of your favorite charcuterie ingredients. From savory meats to crunchy veggies to juicy berries, you can pair all kinds of finger foods with some fine cheese to make a convenient yet gorgeous table-setting decor.

Get ideas for Thanksgiving Jarcuteries here!

Bacon Wrapped Apples

 

Keep everyone happy and in good spirits while waiting for the main course with a savory appetizer: bacon-wrapped apples. Juicy, sweet Honeycrisp apples are wrapped in salty bacon and drizzled with hot honey. Is your mouth watering yet? This recipe might just be three ingredients but the flavors are complex and indulgent.

Get the recipe for Bacon Wrapped Apples here!

Apple, Cranberry, and Kale Salad

This salad boasts a plethora of flavors, from sweet honey and apples to savory mustard, blue cheese, prosciutto, and more. Astonish your friends and impress your family by serving this luxurious salad at your holiday meal!

Get the recipe for Apple, Cranberry, and Kale Salad here!

Savory Bosc Pear Salad

Pears are an elegant fruit deserving of an elegant presentation. This salad is not only elegant, but it’s also decadent. It features Bosc pears cooked in bacon fat and served with toasted pecans, balsamic glaze, fresh thyme, and shaved parmesan cheese. 

Get the recipe for Savory Bosc Pear Salad here!

Cranberry, Blueberry, & Strawberry Sauce

Give some juicy new flavor to a Thanksgiving classic! Cranberry, Blueberry, and Strawberry Sauce is perfect for adding some tangy tartness to your turkey. If you want your sauce to be a little less tart, substitute orange juice in place of water when preparing it.

Get the recipe for Cranberry, Blueberry and Strawberry Sauce here!

Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Made with red potatoes, bacon, cheese, and sour cream, this casserole is an exciting change to traditional mashed potatoes. 

Get the recipe for Twice Baked Potato Casserole here!

Vegan Potatoes au Gratin

Hosting a plant-based dinner? These cheesy, savory Vegan Potatoes au Gratin are entirely meatless and dairy-free. 

Get the recipe for Vegan Potatoes au Gratin here!

Sweet Potato Casserole

This Sweet Potato Casserole recipe is easy to make and perfect for holiday indulgence. In our egg-free version, the butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla bind all the ingredients together. If you want to roast sweet potatoes instead of using canned yams, we’ve included three easy ways to do so. 

Get the recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole here! 

Sweet Potato Bake

Change up your sweet potato side dish with this Sweet Potato Bake! One of our favorite things about it is that it’s all made in one dish, which means less cleanup. We used a cast iron pan for extra flavor and a classy presentation. With a spiraled look and crispy, sliced texture, this bake is one-of-a-kind. 

Get the recipe for Sweet Potato Bake here!

Cornbread-Sausage Stuffing with Pink Lady® Apples

Cozy, hardy, and deliciously fragrant, stuffing is one of the holiday foods we look forward to all year long. This year, delight your family with a stuffing that is extra delicious, Cornbread-Sausage Stuffing with Pink Lady® Apples.

Get the recipe for Cornbread-Sausage Stuffing with Pink Lady® Apples here!

Stuffing Muffins

Want to use your hands to eat your Thanksgiving side dishes? These Stuffing Muffins are perfectly portioned and allow guests to serve themselves. They’re still stuffed with all the flavors and textures of traditional stuffing. If you prefer to prep ahead of the big day, Stuffing Muffins can be made the day before. Simply store them in an airtight container and heat them for a few minutes prior to serving. 

Get the recipe for Stuffing Muffins here!

Barley Stuffing with Butternut Squash, Apples, and Kale

We love doctoring up stuffing with lots of fruits and veggies. But if you want to skip heavy bread-based stuffing altogether, try this recipe for barley stuffing! It’s hearty just like traditional stuffing but is nutrient-dense with fewer carbs.

Get the recipe for Barley Stuffing with Butternut Squash, Apples, and Kale here!

Blistered Green Beans with Fried Shallots

This light and flavorful recipe is a loving nod to traditional green bean casserole. Using only a few simple ingredients, it’s quicker to make and still offers all the flavor we expect in a holiday green bean side dish. It’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and keto-friendly.

Get the recipe for Blistered Green Beans with Fried Shallots here!

Fresh Green Bean Casserole

Sometimes classic green bean casserole can be mushy and heavy, but this fresh recipe is rich and creamy with lots of texture. The green beans remain firm and the panko bread crumbs provide just the right amount of crunch. 

Get the recipe for Fresh Green Bean Casserole here!

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Enjoy this flavorful veggie without putting a damper on its nutritional benefits. This light side is a great accompaniment to some of Thanksgiving’s heavier dishes. 

Get the recipe for Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts here!

Baked Mushrooms with Lemon and Gruyere

Looking for a quick and easy Thanksgiving side? Try Baked Mushrooms with Lemon and Gruyere! After just 15 minutes in the oven you’ll have an enticing side that pairs well with countless other dishes. The distinctive, earthy flavors of the mushrooms are accented with citrus notes. Gruyere cheese adds a creamy, nutty flavor. Thyme adds a subtle aromatic note that rounds out the flavors.

Get the recipe for Baked Mushrooms with Lemon and Gruyere here!

Sautéed Swiss Chard with Garlic and Mushrooms

 This colorful, flavorful dish features Bright Lights® swiss chard from Salad Savoy. It will add some fun hue to your Thanksgiving table. 

Get the recipe for Sautéed Swiss Chard with Garlic and Mushrooms here!

Sautéed Radishes and Bacon

Here’s a dish you probably won’t see on any other table this holiday. Radishes are versatile, nutritious, and a sorely underrated veggie. We cooked these radishes in bacon drippings to get a potato-like texture and taste. Serve your radishes and crispy bacon as a unique side for your Thanksgiving feast!

Get the recipe for Sautéed Radishes and Bacon here!

Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Carrots

Add some sweetness to a favorite fall veggie with these Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Carrots! This quick and easy side dish is great if you’re short on time or just need to focus on the turkey. Sweet, hearty, and just a bit crunchy, this carrot dish compliments all kinds of holiday favorites. 

Get the recipe for Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Carrots here!

Pomegranate-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables

This dish combines three of the most flavorful and colorful root vegetables: carrots, beets, and turnips. They are glazed in a rich pomegranate sauce and topped with whipped goat cheese,  crunchy pistachios, and ruby red pomegranate seeds. Its bright colors are inviting and the flavors will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Get the recipe for Pomegranate-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables here!

The turkey may (usually) be the main event, but you can let your Thanksgiving side dishes shine by making some of these delicious recipes. Which ones did you choose for your meal? Did they wow your friends and family? Let us know in the comments!