Side Dishes
Healthy Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Most Thanksgiving mashed potatoes call for loads of salt and butter. This heart healthy dish preserves that classic, creamy flavor without the added fat and sodium. Healthy Butternut Squash
Spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon, this popular Thanksgiving side dish fits many special diets. Serve with white turkey breast, our healthy mashed potatoes, and a dab of cranberry sauce. Italian Green Bean Recipe
A colorful addition to any Thanksgiving spread, this easy side dish can be made in minutes and is lighter and zestier than a classic green bean casserole. Baked Acorn Squash Recipe
Autumn means plenty of squash. This healthy squash recipe has no saturated fat and is stuffed with delicious dried fruits and nuts. Carrot Orange Soup with Mint Coconut Yogurt Recipe
Carrots are packed with beta-carotene, an antioxidant that turns into vitamin A in the body, improving eyesight and elevating your immune system. Coconut yogurt and mint add a tasty garnish.  Watch Us Cook Corn Bread Stuffing with Chestnuts and Figs Recipe - The Health eCooking® Show
This gluten free stuffing recipe will have Thanksgiving dinner guests raving. Make ahead and free up time for the rest of your Turkey Day prep.
Pico de Gallo Recipe
Fresh Pico de Gallo is a great topping for nachos, fish or chicken. It has only 10 calories per serving and is loaded with antioxidants and delicious flavor. Simple Crepes Recipe
Try these simple, healthy and delicious, whole wheat crepes that you can make in minutes. Serve them filled with fresh berries, low-fat cheese or dark chocolate as an appetizer, snack or dessert. Orange Glazed Parsnips Recipe
This orange glazed parsnip recipe is not only low fat, it's cholesterol free as well! Oriental Marinade Recipe
This cholesterol free marinade adds great flavor, without the calories and fat, to chicken, beef, fish and tofu! It also keeps for one month refrigerated! Polenta Recipe
Polenta is an easy, delicious, low calorie alternative to pasta. Chilled, polenta can be cut into shapes and grilled, or sautéed or even used in place of lasagne noodles. Roasted Sweet Potato Puree with Almonds Recipe
Try this healthy sweet potato puree this Thanksgiving. Each serving has under 100 calories. Calorie, fat, and cholesterol savings come from using safflower or grapeseed oil instead of butter. Salmorejo Recipe
This cool Spanish soup is loaded with taste! Try this as a side dish on a hot summer day or a first course to a festive meal. Sesame Spinach Salad with Shrimp Recipe
This spinach salad is topped with shrimp, avocado and sesame seeds for a symphony of flavors! Shrimp Toast Recipe
Serve this delicious shrimp toast as an appetizer any time of the year. Spanish Rice Recipe
Packaged rice is too high in sodium! This spicy rice recipe uses brown rice and fresh vegetables for added nutrients. Spicy Grilled Shrimp Recipe
This fast and easy grilled shrimp recipe is delicious and can be served as an appetizer or a zesty side dish. Spinach Walnut Bean Salad Recipe
This spinach salad is quick and easy to prepare for a summer luncheon or as a hearty dinner salad. The tangy dressing, crunchy walnuts and creamy feta cheese are a tasty combination. Squash Corn Bread Recipe
This quick and easy squash corn bread recipe is healthy and low in calories. This moist and delicious bread can complement any lunch or dinner. Tabouleh Recipe
This high fiber, delicious Middle Eastern salad livens up any meal. You can even use it as a dip. Tangy Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips Recipe
Try this yummy dish at your next get-together. It can be served as an appetizer, side dish or even a dessert. Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe
Prepare this easy stuffing in a baking dish, or use it to stuff the turkey. This healthy stuffing gets its sweetness from the apples and a unique flavor from the onion and walnut combination. Tomato and Bread Salad Recipe
Serve this salad to your friends and family who love bruschetta. Use ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzeralla and unseasoned croutons and serve as a heart healthy side salad or an appetizer. Tomato, Basil and Avocado Salad Recipe
This colorful salad is a great addition to any meal. Warm Spinach with Portabella Mushrooms Recipe
This fat free vegetable side dish has a deep flavor and is packed with vitamins. Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Garden Vegetables Recipe
Toss whole wheat pasta with colorful garden vegetables and cheese. Try this if you need a low fat pasta recipe or high fiber pasta dish that’s a better side dish than white potato salad.
Zucchini and Tomatoes Recipe
This delicious heart healthy side dish is full of flavor. Broccoli Slaw Recipe
Make this low fat and low cholesterol heart healthy side dish for your next BBQ. Butternut Squash Risotto Recipe
Try this simply sweet butternut squash risotto recipe as an entrée or as creative holiday side dish. This scrumptious dish is a healthier version of a classic Italian dish. Cauliflower and Potato Mash Recipe
Cauliflower is a fantastic ingredient to enhance flavor and to reduce the calories in mashed potatoes. Share this mashed potato recipe with friends who want to reduce starch in their diet. Ceviche Recipe
This authentic Peruvian Ceviche is a seafood dish that is “cooked” in the acid of citrus fruits; this recipe uses limes. Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Cranberry sauce is a staple at Thanksgiving, but most commercial brands are loaded with sugar and calories. Make this sugar-free cranberry sauce with fresh cranberries and only 27 calories. Cucumbers with Sour Cream Recipe
This refreshing heart healthy side dish is low in fat, calories, cholesterol and sodium. Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
These garlic mashed potatoes are fat free! Use skim milk instead of heavy cream to lower calories, fat, and sodium. Make these potatoes one day ahead, and refrigerate until just before serving. Grilled Vegetables Recipe
Get kids to eat vegetables! Here is a refreshing new way to make vegetables ... on the grill. Everyone will ask for seconds of this healthy side dish. Guilt Free Sweet Potato French Fries Recipe
Sweet potato french fries are low sodium, sweeter and healthier than deep fried french fries. These low calorie friend have less than one gram of fat per serving. Healthy Deviled Eggs Recipe
These healthy, cholesterol-free deviled eggs use avocado instead of mayo for a creamy texture. Add fresh lime juice for that extra kick of delicious flavor. Homemade Applesauce Recipe
Use this fat free recipe for a healthy snack or to make applesauce pops! Honey Braised Brussels Sprouts Recipe
Don't confuse this delicious side dish with the dinners of your youth. The honey glaze and crunchy walnuts adds new dimension to this old healthy standby. Hummus with Whole Wheat Pita Chips Recipe
Hummus with whole wheat pita chips is a healthy substitute for the regular chips and dips at parties. Lemon Quinoa Salad Recipe
Quinoa (keen-wa) is a delicious, healthy, low fat alternative to rice or pasta. It is packed with more protein than any other whole grain and goes well with meat, fish or vegetables. Low Sodium Barbecue Sauce Recipe
If you or someone in your home needs to cut back on salt, but doesn't want to sacrifice the flavor of favorite condiments, try making your own! Try this low sodium BBQ sauce recipe! Low Sodium Ketchup Recipe
If you or someone in your home needs to cut back on salt, but doesn't want to sacrifice the flavor of favorite condiments, try making your own! Try this low sodium ketchup recipe! Mango and Brie Quesadillas with Raspberry Dipping Sauce Recipe
These delicious, low calorie quesadillas combine brie cheese, ripe mangoes and sweet raspberry dipping sauce to create a savory appetizer perfect for any cocktail party or get-together. Black Beans and Rice Recipe
This hearty black bean and rice dish is cooked in a crock pot. Serve it as a side dish or as the main course with a fresh green salad. Guilt Free Mac and Cheese Recipe
This lighter version of macaroni and cheese will please the whole family. The recipe combines reduced fat cheddar cheese, sour cream and cottage cheese to create a scrumptious side dish or entree. Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Garden Vegetables
Toss whole wheat pasta with colorful garden vegetables and cheese. Try this if you need a low fat pasta recipe or high fiber pasta dish that’s a better side dish than white potato salad.
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