13 Comfort Food Gluten Free Thanksgiving Side Dishes
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Gluten Free Thanksgiving Sides
Thanksgiving is all about indulging in delicious comfort foods. But what if you have dietary restrictions or follow a gluten free lifestyle?
Don’t worry, because we’ve got you covered with 13 mouthwatering gluten free Thanksgiving side dishes that are not only comforting but also completely gluten free.
Whether you’re a fan of creamy mac and cheese or crave the classic green bean casserole, these recipes will fulfill all of your Thanksgiving dreams while keeping your tummy happy.
Gluten Free Thanksgiving Side Dishes
We're sharing 13 mouthwatering gluten free Thanksgiving side dishes that are going to make your Thanksgiving the best ever.
Grandmom Marge's Sweet Potato Casserole
Grandmother's have the best recipes and Grandmom Marge's sweet potato casserole is always a hit. It's filled with buttery sweet potatoes with the perfect hint of cinnamon, and topped with toasted marshmallows.
Creamy Green Bean Casserole
This green bean casserole has a crunchy gluten free crispy onion topping and uses a dairy free homemade mushroom soup base. It's crunchy, creamy, and tasty!
Spicy Honey Garlic Glazed Carrots
These carrots are a fun change for your holiday dinner. They’re spicy, sweet, garlicky, and seriously packed with flavor! Perfect for holidays or a cozy weeknight dinner. They’re ready in just 20 minutes, and no oven is required!
Gluten Free Funeral Potatoes
Funeral potatoes are a classic dish that everyone loves to pile on top of their plates. This version uses all gluten free ingredients but keeps the flavor.
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
No one likes ordinary Brussels sprouts and this recipe makes them an easy hit! These Brussels sprouts are crispy and garlicky and covered in parmesan cheese. Even your kids are going to love them!
Coconut Flour Biscuits
These buttery coconut flour biscuits with herbs are the perfect addition to any meal. They're quick and easy to make, and they're packed with flavor.
Garlic Butter Roasted Parsnips
Roasted parsnips are amazing and this garlic butter roasted parsnip recipe takes them to the next level! They are sweet, savory, and delicious!
The Creamiest Baked Mashed Potatoes
These mashed potatoes are the creamiest, most decadent mashed potatoes. They're restaurant quality and every bite is bursting with flavor. The recipe creator says, baking the mashed potatoes is what makes them so rich and flavorful.
Easy Sausage & Herb Stuffing
This recipe is not gluten free but if you just switch the bread for gluten free bread it effortlessly becomes gluten free. I've made this stuffing recipe for multiple years and it always receives rave reviews.
Gluten Free Mac and Cheese
Anything more comforting than a creamy mac and cheese? This mac & cheese is gluten free and comes with a guide for which gluten free pasta works best (because some brands turn to total mush) and it's made in less than 20 minutes! It's great for weeknights and holiday dinners.
Sauteed Asparagus
Tender garlicky asparagus spears that are cooked quickly on the stovetop. This side is easy to assemble ahead of time and cook right before serving the turkey.
Easy Gluten Free Gravy (No Drippings Necessary!)
Everyone needs a go-to gravy recipe and this one can be made with or without the drippings. It's gluten free and easy to assemble. Everyone will love it!
Fall Harvest Salad
This hearty fall harvest salad celebrates all the best that the season has to offer. It’s got cranberries, shredded carrots, clementines, pecans, and bacon, covered in a sweet maple balsamic dressing.
More Thanksgiving Recipes
- Gluten Free Thanksgiving Main Dishes
- Gluten Free Thanksgiving Desserts
- Gluten Free Leftover Turkey Recipes
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Carol Lovett is the founder of Ditch the Wheat and a Globe and Mail bestselling author of the cookbook, Ditch the Wheat. She has been eating gluten free since 2010. She loves all things food, natural living, and spiritual. She's also a reiki master and crystal healer.
Gluten Free Resources
Do you need help with gluten free meals?
I recommend this meal-planning app. It makes cooking gluten free dinners extremely easy and family-friendly.
What gluten free snacks can I eat?
Lots! I have a ton of practical gluten free snack recipes in my cookbook.
How can I eat dessert on a gluten free diet?
You can 100% eat dessert while eating gluten free. Try my dessert cookbook for easy gluten free dessert recipes.
How do I know what is gluten free and what isn’t?
I have a whole section is it gluten free?
How do I make substitutions?
If you need substitution advice I created a ton of resources here.