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Healthy Vegetable Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with friends and family, and enjoy a delicious meal. While traditional Thanksgiving fare can be delicious, it can be high in calories, fat, and sodium. To make sure that your Thanksgiving meal is both delicious and nutritious, here are some healthy vegetable side dish recipes that are sure to please.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash

This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables while still enjoying a flavorful side dish. To make it, preheat your oven to 425°F. Cut one butternut squash in half, and scoop out the seeds. Cut the squash into cubes and place them in a large bowl. Add one pound of trimmed Brussels sprouts to the bowl, and toss with one tablespoon of olive oil, one teaspoon of garlic powder, one teaspoon of onion powder, and one teaspoon of dried thyme. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned. Serve warm.

Roasted Carrots with Honey and Rosemary

This sweet and savory side dish is sure to be a hit. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Peel and cut one pound of carrots into one-inch pieces, and place them in a large bowl. Add one tablespoon of olive oil, two tablespoons of honey, one teaspoon of dried rosemary, and one teaspoon of salt to the bowl. Toss the carrots to coat, then spread them onto a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and lightly browned. Serve warm.

Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes

This flavorful side dish is perfect for those looking for something a bit spicier. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add one pound of trimmed green beans, two cloves of minced garlic, and one teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Cook for five minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender but still crisp. Serve warm.

Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Salad

This salad is a great way to get some extra nutrition into your meal. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Cut one bell pepper, one zucchini, and one red onion into cubes. Place them on a baking sheet, and toss with one tablespoon of olive oil. Roast for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned. Meanwhile, cook one cup of quinoa according to the package instructions. Once the vegetables and quinoa are done, combine in a large bowl. Add one tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, one teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and one teaspoon of honey. Stir to combine, and serve warm or cold.

Garlic Roasted Cauliflower

This simple side dish is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Cut one head of cauliflower into florets, and place them in a large bowl. Add two cloves of minced garlic, one tablespoon of olive oil, one teaspoon of dried oregano, and one teaspoon of salt. Toss to coat, then spread the cauliflower onto a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and lightly browned. Serve warm.

Conclusion

These healthy vegetable side dishes are sure to be a hit at your Thanksgiving meal. Each one is packed with flavor, and they are all easy to make. So, try one (or all!) of these recipes this Thanksgiving, and enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal with your friends and family.

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