10+ Healthy and Delicious Thanksgiving Vegetable Sides

While the turkey and stuffing usually get all the attention this Thanksgiving, I love having a table full of vegetable side dishes. I’ve gathered over 10+ of my favorite healthy and delicious Thanksgiving vegetable sides that add color, flavor, and balance to the meal.

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If you prefer something warm from the slow cooker or a fresh salad, there’s something here for every kind of Thanksgiving gathering. These side dish recipes are great if you want healthy Thanksgiving sides, easy vegetable recipes, or make-ahead Thanksgiving dishes.

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Grilled Vegetables with Balsamic Vinegar & Herbs

These Balsamic Grilled Vegetables are quick, healthy, and full of flavor. Zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions are tossed in a simple balsamic marinade and grilled—an easy side dish for any meal.

Baby Calamari Garden Salad

This Baby Calamari Garden Salad is a light and refreshing mix of tender calamari, crisp veggies, and a zesty citrus vinaigrette—ready in just 20 minutes!

Festive Harvest Salad

A fresh and colorful harvest salad made with crisp apples, juicy pears, toasted walnuts, and crumbled blue cheese, all tossed in a zesty spicy citrus vinaigrette.

Smashed Potato Salad

A twist on traditional potato salad, these potatoes are boiled, lightly smashed, and tossed with a simple dressing. It’s a hearty and simple side that pairs beautifully with turkey.

Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

This soup is creamy, comforting, and easy to make in the slow cooker. Simply add cubed butternut squash, vegetable broth, onion, garlic, and your favorite spices. Let it cook while you focus on the rest of the meal. It’s perfect as a starter or side dish.

Spiced Moroccan Vegetable Soup

Full of warm spices and seasonal vegetables, this soup is a flavorful and light addition to your Thanksgiving table. It’s great for serving as a starter or a cozy side.

Crockpot Vegetable Soup

For busy moms, this is a lifesaver. Just add your vegetables, broth, and seasoning to the crockpot and let it cook. It’s effortless and still full of flavor. Grab the recipe here!

Air-Fried Zucchini Bites

These crispy zucchini bites are quick to make and a fun way to sneak in some veggies. Lightly coated with garlic and parmesan, they are always a hit.

Crispy Potato Latkes

These golden fried potato latkes are simple, tasty, and great for a crowd. It’s one of my go-to easy homemade side dish recipes that’s ready in just 30 minutes. 

Amish Potato Salad

This classic potato salad is sweet, tangy, and creamy. It’s easy to make ahead and stays delicious even if it sits out for a bit during the meal.

Roasted Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles

If you want something fancy but easy, these bundles are perfect. The asparagus roasts beautifully with a touch of bacon, making it a festive side everyone enjoys.

Maple Roasted Sweet Potato Bites

Sweet potatoes roasted with a little maple syrup are simple, tasty, and full of fall flavor. These bites are great for Thanksgiving because they are easy to serve and eat.

Creamy Cucumber Salad

A fresh cucumber salad is a cool, light counterpoint to the heavier dishes on the table. Toss it with a simple dressing for a crisp and refreshing side.

Air Fryer Accordion Potatoes

These fun, sliced potatoes cook quickly in the air fryer and are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. They’re a playful way to serve a classic favorite. Grab the recipe here!

Broccoli Pasta Salad

A creamy pasta salad with broccoli is always a winner. It’s easy to make ahead and adds a nice green touch to your Thanksgiving spread.

Ramen Noodle Broccoli Slaw Salad

This salad is crunchy, flavorful, and a little different from the usual. With ramen noodles, broccoli, and a simple dressing, it’s a light side dish everyone will enjoy.

Creamy Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta

These Creamy Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta are a rich and flavorful side dish made with tender Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, crispy pancetta, and herbed cream cheese. An easy holiday side that pairs perfectly with ham or turkey.

Cheesy Party Potatoes

These Cheesy Party Potatoes are full of tender hashbrowns, creamy, cheesy, and baked until golden and bubbly. They make a perfect side dish for holiday dinners.

Oven-Baked Ratatouille Casserole

This easy ratatouille casserole is a cozy vegetable bake made with eggplant, zucchini, peppers, mushrooms, and herbs. It’s a healthy, flavorful dinner or side dish that comes together in under an hour.

French Onion Potato Bake

This French Onion Potato Bake is a creamy, cheesy potato side dish layered with onions and a savory onion soup mix. Baked until golden and topped with fresh parsley, it’s an easy comfort food recipe that’s great for family dinners or holidays.

Crockpot Creamy and Cheesy Potatoes

Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes are creamy, cheesy, and comforting — the perfect side dish for holidays, potlucks, or busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients and your crockpot, you’ll have a family favorite ready to serve.