Hey friends! Thanksgiving is coming up, and you’re probably confirming invitations, putting together your grocery list, and figuring out what everyone is bringing to the table.
Maybe you’re hosting this year and looking for a little inspiration beyond the traditional Thanksgiving favorites. Or perhaps your job is to bring a side dish to the family gathering, and you want to show up with something special!
Whatever your plans, I’ve been looking at some delicious recipes that caught my eye and thought I’d share a few with you.
From sweet potato casserole and buttery roasted potatoes to colorful fall salads and festive appetizers, I’ve curated a quick list of recipes that might inspire something new for your Thanksgiving table.
And because we can’t forget dessert, I saved one especially tempting pumpkin treat for the end.
So grab your grocery list, take a look, and maybe you’ll find something worth bringing to the table this Thanksgiving!
Sweet Potato Casserole
Creamy sweet potatoes with a crisp brown-sugar and pecan topping make this a Thanksgiving favorite worth considering.
View the recipe by Love & Lemons
Perfect Roasted Potatoes
Golden, crispy roasted potatoes with buttery centers. Natasha also provides a video tutorial.
View the recipe and video by Natasha’s Kitchen
Roasted Maple-Glazed Carrots
Kick up some color with these beautiful carrots, roasted whole and drizzled with maple syrup.
View the recipe by Recipe 30.
Roasted Butternut Squash, Pomegranate and Wild Rice Stuffing
A beautiful alternative to traditional stuffing. Wild rice, roasted squash, kale, pomegranate, goat cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds make this especially appealing.
View recipe by Cookie and Kate
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts
Shredded Brussels sprouts sautéed with garlic and finished with balsamic vinegar, dried cranberries and toasted nuts.
View recipe by Inspired Taste
Grilled Vegetables
Zucchini and yellow squash join peppers, mushrooms, eggplant and asparagus for a colorful assortment of smoky, grilled vegetables.
View recipe by Well Plated
Roasted Beets, Sweet Potatoes and Kale
Roasted sweet potatoes and beets are tossed with wilted kale, candied pecans and crispy bacon, with optional goat cheese or poppyseed dressing.
View the recipe by Kitchen Gone Rogue
Roasted Acorn Squash Salad
Roasted acorn squash, baby kale, pomegranate seeds, crunchy pepita brittle, and creamy maple tahini dressing. It’s full of fall color and would make a beautiful Thanksgiving side.
Fig Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash
Fresh figs, arugula, roasted butternut squash, pecans, goat cheese and a maple-balsamic dressing. Fresh figs can be harder to find by Thanksgiving, so check availability.
View the recipe by Eat Yourself Skinny
Cranberry Fluff Salad
Fresh cranberries, pineapple, marshmallows and a creamy dressing. This adds a nostalgic holiday dish with a playful twist.
View the recipe by Tastes Better From Scratch
Something to Enjoy Before Dinner
Whipped Cheese and Pomegranate Crostini
Dairy-free whipped cheese topped with fresh persimmons, pomegranate seeds, toasted nuts and mint makes these crostini a beautiful appetizer for holiday entertaining.
View the recipe by Crowded Kitchen
Garlic & Bacon Spinach Dip
Warm spinach dip with roasted garlic, crisp bacon, Parmesan and cream cheese. Ideal while everyone is waiting for dinner.
View recipe by Sally’s Baking
Crispy Fried Zucchini
Crispy Parmesan-breaded zucchini rounds served with your favorite dipping sauce. A delicious little appetizer for guests to enjoy while Thanksgiving dinner is being prepared.
View recipe by Spend With Pennies
Butternut Squash Soup
A silky, creamy soup that can be made in one pot using pre-cut butternut squash. Lovely as a first course.
View recipe by Once Upon A Chef
A Little Something Sweet
Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes with Salted Caramel & Brown Butter Buttercream
Nutty, toasted notes from the brown butter balance the deep sweetness of the caramel and the warm, cozy spices of the pumpkin base.
Watch Crumbs By Anna video and get the recipe.
What’s on Your Thanksgiving Menu?
Do you have a favorite Thanksgiving side dish or a recipe you think I should try? I’d love to hear about it! Share your recommendations in the comments below or send me an email. Who knows, you might inspire my next recipe roundup!
Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving!
A Note About the Featured Recipes
A special thank you to the talented food creators featured in this roundup. Each recipe links directly to its original source, where you can find the ingredients, instructions, and more inspiration. Recipe photographs are credited to their respective creators.