Savory sensations: 25 irresistible Thanksgiving sides
Cornbread? Check. Sourdough stuffing? Check. How about maple roasted carrots? Check. Impress your guests with these flavorful and easy-to-make Thanksgiving sides.
Thanksgiving is all about the feast, and while the turkey takes center stage, the side dishes are the real stars of the show.
This year, uplevel your holiday meal with these incredible side dish recipes. There’s everything from classic cornbread to sourdough stuffing.
Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these side dishes will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Thanksgiving sides
These quick balsamic glazed brussels sprouts are crispy, lightly sweet and utterly delicious. They're a healthy and easy vegan side dish for your holiday menu ready in 20 minutes!
Juicy pomegranates seeds, nutty walnuts, spicy red onion, vinegary and creamy homemade honey mustard dressing (which can be made vegan with vegan mayo and agave), and of course, broccoli, make for the perfect easy, healthy, vegetarian side dish.
This buttery cast-iron skillet sweet cornbread is simple to make with a tender, fluffy middle and buttery golden brown top sprinkled with crunchy raw sugar. Throw out the Jiffy mix; you won't be needing it!
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with crispy bacon, this green bean casserole is the ultimate side dish.
This classic creamed corn is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving meal. It is creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. This recipe uses just a few simple ingredients, so you can have it on the table in no time.
This creamy cauliflower puree recipe is smooth like mashed potatoes with savory, salty, garlic, and herb flavors! It’s an easy side dish to make for a simple weeknight dinner or an elevated holiday meal.
Looking for the fresh and delicious side dish for your holiday table? This is a go-to Thanksgiving salad recipe for your Thanksgiving meal.
Free up some precious oven space this holiday by making this traditional stuffing side dish in the air fryer.
This Fall harvest butternut squash casserole is the perfect cozy fall meal, or can make a delicious side at your holiday table. Completely vegan, packed with delicious roasted veggies, and full of fall flavor, this one is sure to be a hit in your kitchen this holiday season.
If you are looking for a deliciously fresh side dish for this Thanksgiving, this is an absolute must-make recipe.
All the great flavors of a jalapeno popper packed into mashed potatoes. Creamy potatoes with bacon, green onions, cheddar cheese, cream cheese and of course jalapenos.
Loaded twice baked potatoes are jam packed with all the classic baked potato toppings. These are a fan favorite.
These are the best maple cranberry Brussels sprouts. You will love how easy they are to make with fresh cranberries, balsamic vinegar and maple syrup.
These sweet maple roasted carrots are full of fall flavor and a delicious addition to any dinner spread like Thanksgiving.
Onion and sage stuffing is a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving. Make it in advance for an easy day-of. These classic flavors are the perfect backdrop for the rest of your meal.
These pan fried oyster mushrooms are crispy, meaty, and so buttery. They're seared until golden-brown, then tossed in rosemary butter.
Fresh herbs such as sage, rosemary, and thyme are a classic Thanksgiving stuffing combination. Tossed with toasted herbed sourdough bread croutons, and you have a Thanksgiving hit recipe for your dinner table.
The best balsamic-maple roasted Brussels sprouts with butternut squash, pecans, cranberries and avocado roasted garlic dressing. This Thanksgiving side dish is ready in just 40 minutes.
Roasting an earthy and herbaceous flavor with a touch of warmth, these rosemary and cinnamon balsamic glazed beets are a delectable winter side that's sure to impress.
Ultra creamy, flavorful mashed potatoes! Aromatics such as garlic and onion, fresh rosemary, and spices are steeped in heavy cream. So buttery and delicious.
This simple and delicious scalloped potatoes recipe is perfectly creamy and flavorful.
Slow-cooker collard greens are a classic soul food dish consisting of smoked meat and bunches of collards cooked in a delicious savory broth. This easy recipe is a delicious side dish during the holidays.
These vegan cheddar drop biscuits are the perfect side to a hearty Thanksgiving dinner! They are easy to make and don’t require any rolling or cutting of dough – just mix up the dough, drop it on the baking sheet, and bake.
This light and healthy vegan Fall harvest salad is as satisfying as it is nutritious: crunchy kale paired with sweet pumpkin, tart Brussels sprouts, crisp apples and pomegranate seeds all merged together with delicious homemade maple-mustard dressing. It's a perfect Thanksgiving harvest salad everyone will love!
These festive vegan stuffed mushrooms are a perfect side dish for the holiday season. Umami-packed mushrooms filled with cheesy vegan ricotta, spinach and garlic and topped with vegan parmesan make a perfect vegan alternative to traditional stuffed mushrooms.
These side dishes bring a variety of flavors and colors to your table, making your holiday meal complete.
Share the love and the great food with these unforgettable side dish recipes that will make this Thanksgiving your best yet.
Want other Thanksgiving food? Try these Thanksgiving appetizers to get the party started, or Thanksgiving side dishes with 25 more recipes. You’ll also find pumpkin desserts for Thanksgiving and Thanksgiving cheesecakes.





