This is a round up of the best paleo Thanksgiving recipes! Everything from appetizers and snacks to side dishes, main dishes and desserts is included in this collection.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and even if you are following a paleo diet you can still have a delicious Thanksgiving dinner. Here I am sharing a collection of the best paleo Thanksgiving recipes including appetizers, side dishes, main courses, and desserts to create the ultimate paleo Thanksgiving round up! There is something for everyone in this collection of paleo Thanksgiving recipes, even the pickiest of eaters.
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Paleo Thanksgiving Recipes:
Paleo Thanksgiving appetizers:
1. Paleo Spinach and Artichoke Dip
This dairy-free spinach and artichoke dip is so creamy and delicious and it's ready in under 30 minutes. It's the perfect appetizer to serve for the holidays and besides being paleo, this dip is also vegan, dairy-free, plant based, and Whole30.
2. Maple Bacon Wrapped Carrots from Perchance to Cook
These carrots make the perfect appetizer, and you will love that they are gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo.
3. Roasted Red Pepper and Parsnip Dip
This red pepper dip makes the best appetizer. It goes great with veggies, chips or crackers. It has the most amazing flavour and is so thick and creamy. Plus it is dairy-free and vegan too.
4. Whole30 Bacon Ranch Deviled Eggs from Mary's Whole Life
Deviled eggs are an appetizer that can be enjoyed all year round, but they are especially great for the holidays. This appetizer is also high in protein and is dairy-free and gluten-free.
These roasted honey dijon pecans have the most incredible flavour, and are so easy to make. They make the perfect appetizer and also make a delicious crunchy snack.
6. Cranberry Turkey Meatballs from Pure and Simple Nourishment
These cranberry turkey meatballs are an easy, tasty appetizer or snack. They are made with cranberry sauce and only take 15 minutes to bake so they are ready in no time! They taste very similar to turkey stuffing and are also gluten-free and dairy-free.
This carrot dip has the most incredible flavour! The sweetness of carrots blends so well with the spice of the chili flakes. It's really easy to make and this healthy dip is also dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan.
Paleo Thanksgiving Main Courses and Side Dishes:
This healthy cranberry sauce is so easy to make with 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 on a vegan, low carb, paleo or Whole30 diet.
2. Thanksgiving Yams from Real Simple Good
These yams are made with just 7 ingredients and are so easy to make. They make the perfect Thanksgiving side dish are sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters.
3. Winter Kale Salad from What Great Grandma Ate
This kale salad has the best flavour and is both paleo and vegan. Made with pomegranate, roasted squash, and crunchy pecans, it's the perfect salad to add to any meal.
4. Paleo Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup
This is the perfect fall or winter soup. It's easy to make and is so rich and creamy. It's a great option to serve at Thanksgiving and you will love that it is dairy-free and paleo.
5. Paleo Cream of Mushroom Soup
This mushroom soup is so rich and creamy and you will love how easy it is to make. It's both gluten-free and dairy-free and is the perfect side dish for any meal, including Thanksgiving dinner.
6. Paleo Roasted Turkey from Real Food with Jessica
This roasted turkey is so simple to make, and even those making a turkey for the very first time will be able to make this dish.
These are the best dairy-free scalloped potatoes! These potatoes are rich and creamy and have an amazing cheesy flavour without using any cheese or dairy. They are the perfect Thanksgiving side dish that will have you coming back for seconds and thirds.
Turkey dinner just isn't turkey dinner without stuffing! And this paleo stuffing tastes just like the real thing! It's full of flavour, nice and moist, and is also gluten-free and dairy-free.
9. Creamy Whole30 Mashed Potatoes from Mary's Whole Life
These mashed potatoes are both increasingly easy to make and so tasty! They are the perfect side dish for turkey or ham dinners.
10. Cranberry Maple Brussels Sprouts from Pure and Simple Nourishment
These are the best roasted Brussels sprouts! They are easy to make and the combination of tart cranberries and sweet maple syrup gives these Brussels sprouts the most amazing flavour. Plus they have the prettiest colour!
11. Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole from Real Food with Jessica
Featuring creamy sweet potatoes, and topped with a delicious sweet crumble topping made with pecans, this sweet potato casserole is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but is also naturally sweetened and refined sugar free.
12. Paleo Cornbread Muffins from Pure and Simple Nourishment
These muffins are perfectly crumbly and slightly sweet, just like regular cornbread, but are made without any corn. They are the perfect pairing for any meal, including Thanksgiving dinner, and are grain-free, gluten-free and dairy-free.
13. Paleo Creamy Spinach Casserole from Mary's Whole Life
This gluten-free and dairy-free spinach casserole is the perfect side dish for any meal, especially Thanksgiving dinner.
This one pan chicken dish is not only really beautiful, but it has the most amazing flavour! This meal is a great alternative to turkey for Thanksgiving dinner. Plus it's way easier to make and only requires a few minutes of hands on time to prepare.
15. Paleo Green Bean Casserole from Real Food with Jessica
This casserole is full of flavour. The green beans are smothered in a creamy sauce, and are then topped with crispy bacon bits. And this casserole is gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30 compliant.
16. Loaded Mashed Cauliflower from Real Simple Good
This delicious creamy mashed cauliflower recipe is a fun alternative to mashed potatoes. It has such an amazing flavour and you will love how quick and easy it is to make.
Paleo Thanksgiving desserts:
These caramel apple pie bars have a flaky shortbread crust, a sweet apple pie filling, and are topped with a rich and creamy caramel sauce. They make the perfect Thanksgiving treat and this dessert way easier than making an actual apple pie.
2. Paleo Pumpkin Bars from Real Simple Good
These pumpkin bars are the perfect gluten-free Thanksgiving treat. They are filled with fall inspired flavour.
These cranberry lemon bars are so good! The combination of the sweet lemon crust with the tart cranberry topping blends so well. These bars are also are refined sugar free, gluten-free and dairy-free!
4. Paleo Pecan Pie Bars from Real Food with Jessica
With a flaky shortbread crust, a luscious sweet filling, and all topped with pecans, these bars are the perfect holiday treat. Plus, they're gluten-free, dairy-free, and naturally sweetened.
5. Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies from Pure and Simple Nourishment
These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are ready in just 10 minutes! They are soft and chewy with hints of cinnamon and the perfect amount of chocolate. They are also gluten-free, egg-free and vegan.
6. Paleo Pumpkin Fudge from Real Food with Jessica
This pumpkin fudge is made with just six ingredients and is ready in only five minutes. This treat is perfectly spiced and is great to serve at Thanksgiving.
7. Paleo Gingerbread Chocolate Chip Cookies from Organically Addison
A little molasses and a sprinkle of ginger help make these the most delectable cookies. With crispy golden edges, a warm and soft middle, and mini chocolate chips scattered throughout, these pumpkin cookies are the perfect Thanksgiving dessert.
These apple bars are so incredibly good! They have the perfect crumble topping and the most delectable melt in your mouth apple filling. These bars are also dairy-free, refined sugar free, and gluten free and are perfect for Thanksgiving.
9. Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars from Pure and Simple Nourishment
These pumpkin chocolate chip cookie bars are going to become your new favourite fall dessert. They are easy to make, soft and gooey, and full of chocolate chips.
10. Edible Pumpkin Cookie Dough from Pure and Simple Nourishment
This edible chocolate chip pumpkin cookie dough is so easy to make and is ready in just a few minutes. It is made with canned pumpkin and is loaded with dark chocolate chips. It's the perfect no bake fall dessert that is also vegan, dairy-free and egg-free.
If you make any of these paleo Thanksgiving recipes I would love to know what you think!
Paleo Thanksgiving recipes FAQs:
No, butter is not considered paleo, but ghee is if you need an alternative.
It is not. I recommend swapping it for coconut sugar.
Yes, turkey is considered paleo. Just don't use butter to roast it, and if you are filling it with stuffing make sure it is made with paleo friendly ingredients.
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