Paleo Thanksgiving Recipes (2024)

These are the best paleo Thanksgiving recipes! Everything from appetizers and snacks to side dishes, main dishes and desserts is included in this collection. Put together a paleo Thanksgiving menu that everyone will love!

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Thanksgiving is right around the corner and even if you are following a paleo diet you can still have a delicious Thanksgiving dinner! I've collected the best paleo Thanksgiving recipes including appetizers, snacks, side dishes, main courses and desserts. There is something for everyone in this collection, even the pickiest of eaters! Enjoy!

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Paleo Spinach and Artichoke Dip from Pure and Simple Nourishment

This paleo spinach and artichoke dip is so creamy and delicious and it's ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for chips, crackers or raw vegetables! Not only is it vegan but it's also dairy free, plant based, Whole30 and paleo.

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Maple Bacon Wrapped Carrots from Perchance to Cook

Indulge in these delectable carrots, a perfect addition to your menu as a side dish or appetizer. Tender and sweet carrots are enveloped in crispy, oven-baked bacon, generously coated with a luscious maple syrup glaze. These irresistible treats are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare!

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Roasted Red Pepper and Parsnip Dip from Pure and Simple Nourishment

This dip goes great with raw veggies or crackers, but I also use it to top meat dishes or cooked vegetable dishes that just need a little extra bit of flavour. This dip is compatible with the paleo, Whole 30, low FODMAP and vegan diets. And it's pretty darn easy to make!

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Whole30 Bacon Ranch Deviled Eggs from Mary's Whole Life

Deviled eggs are a delightful appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed all year round, but they are particularly perfect for the holidays. This recipe is a tantalizing blend of crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, tangy Dijon mustard, rich mayo, velvety egg yolks, and fragrant chives!

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Roasted Honey Dijon Pecans from Pure and Simple Nourishment

These roasted honey Dijon pecans are so easy to make with just a few ingredients and have the most incredible flavour. These glazed pecans make the perfect healthy snack that are great to grab when you are on-the-go.

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Cranberry Turkey Meatballs from Pure and Simple Nourishment

These cranberry turkey meatballs are an easy, tasty snack, dinner or appetizer. Made with cranberry sauce and spice these healthy turkey meatballs take only 15 minutes to cook so they are ready in no time!

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Carrot Dip with Chilis from Pure and Simple Nourishment

This dip has the most incredible flavour! The sweetness of carrots blends perfectly with the slight spice of the chili flakes to make this a dip that will please anyone. It's so easy to make in just a few minutes and this healthy dip is also dairy free, gluten free and vegan.

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Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce from Pure and Simple Nourishment

This cranberry sauce is so easy to make! It uses orange juice, vanilla extract and grated apple instead of sugar. With hints of cinnamon and vanilla it's perfect for the holidays and is safe for those with diabetes and on a vegan, lowcarb, paleo or Whole30 diet.

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Thanksgiving Yams from Real Simple Good

This authentic yams recipe is crafted from just 7 simple ingredients, most of which are likely already nestled in your pantry. This recipe is a breeze to whip up - simply peel, slice, and boil your yams, then mash them up and blend in the remaining ingredients. Serve them up fresh and piping hot, or prepare them in advance and reheat them in an oven-safe dish before serving.

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Paleo Winter Kale Salad from What Great Grandma Ate

This winter kale salad that is both paleo and vegan. This dish boasts a delightful combination of pomegranate, roasted squash, and crunchy pecans, all coated in a zesty roasted garlic dressing. It's a hearty and effortless addition to your holiday feast, perfectly complementing the turkey and mashed potatoes!

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Paleo Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup from Pure and Simple Nourishment

This is soup is easy to make with pantry staples such as broth, coconut milk, herbs, spices and both pumpkin and sweet potato. This soup is so rich and creamy and is the perfect healthy comfort food!

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Paleo Cream of Mushroom Soup from Pure and Simple Nourishment

This soup recipe is so rich and creamy and loaded with mushrooms! You will love how easy it is to make. It's dairy free and gluten free and made with coconut milk, cremini mushrooms, vegetable broth, and spices. This soup is also vegan, paleo and Whole30!

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Paleo Roasted Turkey from Real Food with Jessica

This recipe is incredibly simple, and even those preparing a turkey for the very first time will achieve delicious results. The combination of rosemary, thyme, and sage creates a perfect harmony of flavors that perfectly complement the succulent turkey.

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Paleo Scalloped Potatoes from Pure and Simple Nourishment

Thesepotatoes are rich and creamy and have an amazing cheesy flavour without any cheese or dairy. Made with russet potatoes, nutritional yeast, almond flour and coconut milk you will love that this recipe is also vegan, gluten free, paleo and Whole30 compliant.

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Paleo Stuffing from Pure and Simple Nourishment

Full of flavour, this stuffing is made from scratch with dried paleo bread cubes, celery, onions, apples, and broth. It's baked until golden brown and is perfect anytime but especially for the holidays including Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Creamy Whole30 Mashed Potatoes from Mary's Whole Life

These dairy-free mashed potatoes are both effortless and scrumptious! Russet potatoes are expertly blended with velvety vegan butter, garlic, and luscious dairy-free milk. This side dish is an absolute showstopper that complements any occasion flawlessly.

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Cranberry Maple Brussels Sprouts from Pure and Simple Nourishment

These Brussels sprouts are easy to make and loaded with fresh cranberries, balsamic vinegar and maple syrup. This healthy side dish is vegan, paleo and AIP and is perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole from Real Food with Jessica

Featuring velvety smooth and creamy sweet potatoes, topped with a delectable crunch of sweet pecans, this dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but also naturally sweetened.

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Paleo Cornbread Muffins from Pure and Simple Nourishment

These muffins are perfectly crumbly and slightly sweet like regular cornbread, just without the corn. They are so easy to make and use almond flour, coconut flour and nutritional yeast. They are the perfect pairing for stews, soups, chilis and more.

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Paleo Creamy Spinach Casserole from Mary's Whole Life

Made with premium ingredients such as ghee, almond milk cream cheese, and frozen spinach, this dish is topped with a crispy pork panko crust. Plus, it's gluten-free and soy-free, making it a perfect option for those with dietary restrictions.

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Cranberry Maple Chicken from Pure and Simple Nourishment

The colors and flavours of this Christmas chicken recipe are perfect for the holidays. Made in one pan with chicken breasts, cranberries, maple syrup and broccoli this is such an easy and simple baked chicken dish that your whole family will love.

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Paleo Green Bean Casserole from Real Food with Jessica

This dish is not only easy to prepare, but it is also bursting with flavor. The green beans are smothered in a luscious creamy sauce and adorned with crispy bacon bits. Plus, it's gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30 compliant, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

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Loaded Mashed Cauliflower from Real Simple Good

This delicious Keto and low-carb loaded mashed cauliflower is the perfect accompaniment to any protein or vegetable dish. It's an ideal choice for picky eaters and gatherings, ensuring everyone will enjoy its savory flavor.

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Paleo Apple Pie Bars from Pure and Simple Nourishment

These bars have a flaky shortbread crust, a cinnamon spiced apple pie filling and are topped with a rich and creamy caramel sauce. They are the perfect fall treat that are also gluten free, dairy free and vegan!

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Paleo Pumpkin Bars from Real Simple Good

The best part about these Paleo pumpkin bars? They're incredibly versatile and can be molded into any shape you desire - be it bars, a pie, single servings in a muffin tin, or even in jars. The possibilities are endless, so let your imagination run wild and make these Paleo pumpkin bars your go-to holiday season treat!

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Paleo Cranberry Lemon Bars from Pure and Simple Nourishment

The combination of the sweet lemon crust with the tart cranberry topping blends beautifully. You will love how easy these bars are to make and that they are healthier than most lemon bar recipes since they are refined sugar free and dairy free too!

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Paleo Pecan Pie Bars from Real Food with Jessica

Featuring a buttery shortbread crust, a luscious and sweet filling, and generously loaded with pecans, these bars are the perfect holiday treat. Plus, they're gluten-free, dairy-free, and naturally sweetened, making them a guilt-free indulgence.

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Turtle Bars from Pure and Simple Nourishment

Drizzled in chocolate with a cookie bottom layer, caramel middle layer, and pecan cashew crunch topping, they have the most amazing taste! You will love that they are also gluten free, dairy free and paleo.

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Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies from Pure and Simple Nourishment

These cookies are ready in just 10 minutes! They are so soft and chewy with hints of cinnamon and pumpkin and the perfect amount of chocolate. Made with almond flour, coconut flour and canned pumpkin, you will love how easy they are to make. They are also gluten free, egg free and vegan.

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Paleo Pumpkin Fudge from Real Food with Jessica

This fudge is crafted with just six simple ingredients and ready in a mere five minutes. This dairy-free, vegan, and naturally sweetened treat is perfectly spiced to tantalize your taste buds. Savor the deliciousness of this healthy dessert that is sure to become your new favorite!

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Paleo Gingerbread Chocolate Chip Cookies from Organically Addison

A dash of molasses and a sprinkle of ground ginger work wonders in creating this delectable treat. With crispy golden edges, a warm and soft center, and mini chocolate chips scattered throughout, these cookies are a true delight for the senses.

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Healthy Apple Bars

You will love the apple crumble topping and you would never guess that these dessert bars are gluten free and dairy free. Made with almond flour, pecans and honey this is the perfect fall dessert that would also be great to serve at Thanksgiving or Christmas.

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Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

These bars are going to become your new favourite fall dessert. They are easy to make, soft and gooey and bursting with chocolate chips. These dessert bars are also dairy free (but you would never know it)

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Edible Pumpkin Cookie Dough Recipe

This egg-free cookie dough is so easy to make and is ready in just a few minutes. It is made with canned pumpkin, sweetened with coconut sugar and loaded with chocolate chips. It's the perfect healthy, no bake dessert.

I would love to hear what you're going to make from this list! Enjoy friends!

Other paleo recipes you will love:

  • Whole30 Shepherd's Pie
  • Paleo Chicken Stir Fry
  • Paleo Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli
  • Paleo Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
  • Paleo Sloppy Joes

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Paleo Thanksgiving Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What can I make for Thanksgiving dinner instead of turkey? ›

Whatever the reason, here are 20 Thanksgiving recipes for a turkey-free table.
  • Roast Chicken With Maple Butter and Rosemary. Image. ...
  • Beef Wellington. Image. ...
  • Ombré Gratin. Image. ...
  • Skillet Pork Chops and Apples With Miso Caramel. Image. ...
  • Samosa Pie. Image. ...
  • Maple-Baked Salmon. Image. ...
  • Lasagna. Image. ...
  • Ina Garten's Make-Ahead Coquilles St.
Nov 10, 2022

How to do Thanksgiving without cooking? ›

15 Thanksgiving Recipes That Require Absolutely Zero Cooking
  1. 01 of 16. Chopped Brussels Sprout Salad. ...
  2. 02 of 16. The Best Banana Pudding. ...
  3. 03 of 16. Caprese Appetizer. ...
  4. 04 of 16. Grandma's Stuffed Celery. ...
  5. 05 of 16. Spinach Pomegranate Salad. ...
  6. 06 of 16. Cheese Ball. ...
  7. 07 of 16. Pumpkin Fluff Dip. ...
  8. 08 of 16. Maple-Dijon Brussels Leaf Salad.
Nov 22, 2023

How can I get low sodium on Thanksgiving? ›

Tips for a Lower Sodium Thanksgiving
  1. Go salt-less at the table. Fill a shaker with a salt-free seasoning blend like Mrs. ...
  2. Forget the veggies loaded with sauce or cheese toppings and focus on fresh, minimal ingredient veggie dishes.
  3. Don't be a ham—or fill up on it. ...
  4. Don't get side-tracked. ...
  5. Plan your plate.
Nov 21, 2016

What do vegetarians eat instead of turkey for Thanksgiving? ›

Other protein-filled vegan options that could replace turkey in your vegan Thanksgiving table are tempeh, tofu and seitan. Choose one of these plant-based turkey alternatives, or combine more than one in your table, complimenting with veggies, rice, salads, or any other plant-based whole foods ingredients you want.

What is a good protein for Thanksgiving that isn't turkey? ›

Cornish game hen, goose, duck, ham, beef, salmon, and mushroom recipes make worthy centerpieces for holiday meals. This is collaborative content from Food & Wine's team of experts, including staff, recipe developers, chefs, and contributors.

What not to say at Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Here are five topics that should best be kept to yourself when celebrating the holiday meal.
  • Religion. Religion is a big topic for people, especially if you do not believe in it. ...
  • Politics. ...
  • Finances and Jobs. ...
  • Relationships. ...
  • Weight.
Nov 21, 2023

What can I eat instead of Thanksgiving food? ›

25 Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner Ideas
  • 01 of 25. Artichoke Hearts Gratin. ...
  • 02 of 25. Roasted Pumpkin Soup. ...
  • 03 of 25. Roasted Pumpkin and Goat Cheese Crostini. ...
  • 04 of 25. Apple Pie Shot. ...
  • 05 of 25. Citrus Turkey Brine. ...
  • 06 of 25. Bacon-Wrapped Pork Medallions. ...
  • 07 of 25. Tangy Honey-Glazed Ham. ...
  • 08 of 25.
Oct 3, 2023

What to do 2 days before Thanksgiving? ›

2 Days Before:
  1. Make cranberry sauce and soup (if you didn't already freeze soup). These dishes can sit in the fridge for 2 days. ...
  2. Assemble casseroles. ...
  3. Bake rolls and breads.
  4. Make pie crust or thaw your pie crust; bake pumpkin pies.
Oct 20, 2021

How many sides do I need for Thanksgiving dinner? ›

How many dishes should I serve with the turkey? For 4 people, choose 1-2 appetizers and 3 sides. For 8 people, choose 1-3 appetizers and 3 sides. For 16 people, choose 2-3 appetizers and 3 or more sides.

What do most people eat the night before Thanksgiving? ›

If any night is the most critical, it's the night before, when many Americans will bake pies and prepare reheatable dishes, like casseroles and soups, so that Thursday morning doesn't dissolve into chaos.

What are surprising low sodium foods? ›

Any fresh fruits, such as apples, berries, oranges, mangoes, and bananas. Any fresh vegetables, such as broccoli, sweet potatoes, beets, okra, spinach, peppers, carrots, and edamame. Frozen vegetables without added butter or sauce.

What brand of turkey is low sodium? ›

Recalling the traditional taste of a Thanksgiving turkey, Boar's Head No Salt Added Turkey Breast is oven roasted and expertly seasoned to create a rich, savory flavor that is heart healthy, preservative free and lower in sodium.

What turkey meat is low in sodium? ›

Boar's Head No-Salt-Added Turkey Breast

This turkey breast is oven-roasted and seasoned to create a rich, savory flavor that is heart-healthy, preservative-free and lower in sodium. Per 2-ounce serving, it provides 70 calories, 1 gram fat, 14 grams protein and 55 milligrams sodium (2% of the recommended daily maximum).

What can replace turkey for a meat? ›

10 Main Course Alternatives to Turkey for Christmas
  • Duck. Another festive bird that offers flavorsome fat is duck. ...
  • Chicken. While chicken might not be the fanciest bird around, it can be a real crowd-pleaser and simple to prepare in a pinch. ...
  • Beef. ...
  • Venison. ...
  • Fish. ...
  • Pork. ...
  • Ham.
Dec 16, 2020

What other meat can you cook for Thanksgiving? ›

Here are some big, impressive, delicious pieces of meat you should definitely make for Thanksgiving, instead of turkey:
  • Roast Duck with Plums. ...
  • Garlic Rosemary Prime Rib Roast with Horseradish Cream. ...
  • Roasted Capon with Sage Stuffing. ...
  • Jamie Oliver's Best Roast Leg Of Lamb.
Nov 17, 2016

What are 4 other traditional Thanksgiving foods? ›

The classic Thanksgiving dinner includes old-time favorites that never change: turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, veggies, and pie. But the way these dishes are made or added to is everchanging because of food trends and different dietary requirements.

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