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Thanksgiving isn’t traditionally known as a low-calorie holiday, but these delicious and healthy recipes could change that. Here are some delightful low-calorie Thanksgiving recipes that keep the flavors of the holiday while helping you stay mindful of calories.
1. Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
• Ingredients: 1 large head of cauliflower, 2 cloves garlic, 1–2 tbsp Greek yogurt, salt, pepper, and fresh chives for garnish.
• Instructions: Steam cauliflower and garlic until tender, then blend with Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper until smooth. Top with chives.
• Calories: ~70 calories per cup.
2. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze
• Ingredients: 1 lb Brussels sprouts (halved), 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar.
• Instructions: Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast at 400°F for 20–25 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
• Calories: ~80 calories per 1/2 cup serving.
3. Stuffed Acorn Squash
• Ingredients: 2 acorn squashes (halved and seeds removed), 1/2 cup quinoa, 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, 1/2 cup vegetable broth, and a pinch of cinnamon.
• Instructions: Roast squash halves at 400°F for 30–40 minutes. Cook quinoa in broth, then mix in cranberries, walnuts, and cinnamon. Stuff squash halves with quinoa mixture.
• Calories: ~150 calories per half.
4. Green Beans Almondine
• Ingredients: 1 lb fresh green beans, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup sliced almonds, 1 clove garlic (minced), and salt to taste.
• Instructions: Blanch green beans, then sauté garlic and almonds in olive oil until golden. Toss in green beans and season with salt.
• Calories: ~90 calories per serving.
5. Herbed Turkey Breast
• Ingredients: 1 lb turkey breast, 1 tbsp olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.
• Instructions: Rub turkey breast with olive oil and herbs. Roast at 350°F for 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
• Calories: ~140 calories per 3 oz serving.
6. Cauliflower Stuffing
• Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower (chopped), 1 cup celery (diced), 1 cup carrots (diced), 1/2 onion (diced), 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 cup vegetable broth, and herbs like sage, rosemary, thyme.
• Instructions: Sauté vegetables in olive oil until soft, then add cauliflower and broth. Season with herbs and cook until tender.
• Calories: ~70 calories per cup.
7. Pumpkin Soup
• Ingredients: 1 can pumpkin puree, 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, salt and pepper.
• Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a pot and bring to a simmer. Blend until smooth if desired.
• Calories: ~90 calories per cup.
8. Skinny Cranberry Sauce
• Ingredients: 1 bag fresh cranberries, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2–3 tbsp honey or maple syrup, 1/4 tsp cinnamon.
• Instructions: Combine cranberries, orange juice, and sweetener in a pot. Simmer until berries burst, then stir in cinnamon.
• Calories: ~30 calories per 1/4 cup.
9. Apple Crisp
• Ingredients: 4 apples (sliced), 1 tbsp coconut oil, 1/4 cup oats, 1 tbsp almond flour, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp cinnamon.
• Instructions: Toss apples with cinnamon, then place in a baking dish. Mix oats, almond flour, coconut oil, and honey, then sprinkle on top. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes.
• Calories: ~120 calories per serving.
10. Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon
• Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes (cubed), 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
• Instructions: Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, cinnamon, and salt. Roast at 400°F for 25–30 minutes until tender.
• Calories: ~100 calories per half-cup.
These recipes capture classic Thanksgiving flavors with fewer calories, making it easier to enjoy the holiday with a little less guilt!
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