30 Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas for Fresh Inspiration

Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas – Looking for fresh inspiration for your Thanksgiving menu? Try these easy recipes for Thanksgiving side dishes, Thanksgiving appetizers, Thanksgiving desserts, Thanksgiving drinks, and more! From roasted sweet potatoes to crowd-pleasing apple tarts, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy!

by Nina L. Palmer

Nina L. Palmer

Nina Palmer is a recipe developer and editor for Eatwell101 since 2013. She is passionate about food and culture and specializes in sweet recipes, desserts, baking, as well as developing editorial content.

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Updated Feb 24, 2026

1. Brussels Sprouts Salad

Brussels sprouts salad with an apple cider salad dressing is a family favorite side salad that goes well with everything.
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2. Easy Orange Cranberry Sauce

This cranberry sauce is a must for Thanksgiving. The perfect homemade cranberry sauce recipe to serve with your roasted turkey!
Cooking time: 45 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

3. Balsamic Roasted Carrots

Oven roasted carrots recipe is easy to make and need just minutes of prep. These balsamic roasted carrots are the best side dish to add to your dinner table!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

4. Creamy Broccoli Salad Recipe

This broccoli salad is naturally gluten-free and low carb. A must for a healthy lunch or potluck - Try this delicious broccoli salad ASAP!
Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

5. Roasted Butternut Squash

Learn how to cook butternut squash! This roasted butternut squash recipe makes a wonderful side dish for your holiday gatherings!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

6. Apple Cinnamon Moscow Mule

This Apple Cinnamon Moscow Mule is the perfect way to ring in the holiday season!
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7. Sweet Cornbread Recipe

Sweet buttermilk cornbread with honey is the perfect brunch or breakfast! With crispy buttery edges and so moist inside, this cornbread recipe is your new favorite!
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8. Fresh Pomegranate Relish

This fresh pomegranate relish is a delicious fruity side that can take the place of traditional cranberry sauce for any Holiday menu!
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9. Honey Bacon Roasted Potatoes

Roasted potatoes are glazed with a delicious honey bacon sauce. This is the best roasted potatoes recipe to serve with your favorite steak, pork chops, or roast chicken!
Cooking time: 40 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

10. Healthy Apple Crumble

This homemade and healthy apple crumble is a crowd-pleaser! Sweet apple filling is topped with crunchy oats and almonds. Whether you call it a “crisp” or a “crumble,” this simple, comforting dessert is absolutely irresistible!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

11. Slow Cooker Mulled Apple Cider

Slow cooker mulled cider is the very best cozy drink for holiday entertaining! Infused with spices like cinnamon and star anise, this crockpot mulled apple cider will warm you up quickly!
Cooking time: 240 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

12. Puff Pastry Pigs in a Blanket

Pigs in a blanket with a flavorful sausage filling wrapped in crisp puff pastry make the perfect bite-size appetizers for the holidays! Customize these easy sausage rolls with herbs, spices, and cheese - everyone will rave about them!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

13. Creamy Garlic Mushrooms with Bacon Spinach

Creamy garlic mushrooms with spinach and bacon as a side dish or main. The best low carb/keto mushroom recipe ever!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

14. Creamed Spinach

Creamed spinach is a quick and easy side that goes with everything. Try this recipe for creamed spinach for your Thanksgiving or Holiday menu, it will be a success!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

15. Cheesy Baked Cabbage Steaks

Make these baked cheesy cabbage steaks for a vegetarian meal or a versatile side for any main course!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

16. Baked Zucchini and Cheese

Baked zucchini and cheese is an easy side dish made in 30 minutes. If you're looking for the perfect balance of crispy and cheesy, this cheesy zucchini bake is for you!
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17. Easy Pumpkin Risotto

Our easy pumpkin risotto recipe is so rich and flavorful you’ll want to find any excuse to make it again and again. This pumpkin risotto is ready in 35 minutes and sure to please everyone!
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

18. Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

These roasted potatoes and green beans recipe will make a great addition to your dinner table. Try our roasted potatoes and green beans asap!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

19. Easy Tomato Bruschetta

This easy tomato bruschetta recipe is a quick appetizer that will leave everyone satisfied and returning for more. Bruschetta are perfect for summer parties, weeknight dinners, or weekend brunch!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

20. Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Roasted sweet potatoes are the best side dish to add to your dinner table for any occasion!
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21. Cheesy Zucchini Gratin

This cheesy zucchini gratin is the perfect side to any meal. Just 20 minutes in the oven and you can serve up this baked zucchini gratin bubbly and delicious!
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22. Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms

These baked cheese stuffed mushrooms are easy to put together and make a wonderful app or light lunch. It’s going to be hard to eat just one of these cheesy stuffed mushrooms!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

23. Sea Scallops BLT Lettuce Wraps

Sea scallops BLT lettuce wraps is such a delicious appetizer! This easy twist on a classic BLT sandwich with seared sea scallops, bacon, tomato, and lettuce will make you feel like you are a 3-star chef!
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24. Crunchy Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole

Mashed sweet potato casserole made in a cinch for last minute side dish! You’ll love this baked sweet potato casserole recipe and the crisp pecan crunch on top!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

25. Garlic Green Beans

Sautéed green beans with incredible flavor are easy, yet fancy! Try this garlic green beans recipe asap!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

26. Baked Acorn Squash with Maple and Butter

Roasted acorn squash makes a festive and delicious side for any occasion. Keep this baked acorn squash recipe in your arsenal for the holiday entertaining season!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

27. Cinnamon Apple Tart

Sweet and crispy, this cinnamon apple tart consists of a layer of cinnamon-infused apples on top of a buttery, flaky crust.
Cooking time: 55 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

28. Healthy Coleslaw {No Mayo}

Healthy coleslaw recipe without mayo or sugar! This light coleslaw recipe with Mediterranean accents is perfect bliss for your potlucks, barbecue, or any outdoor event!
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29. Cheesy Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Crunchy golden exteriors, soft and creamy inside – The only roasted potatoes recipe you’ll ever need!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

30. Quick Collard Greens with Bacon

Sautéed collard greens with bacon, and garlic is the perfect side dish for any occasion. If you're in for a light lunch, these collards greens are also a must!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

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