40+ Effortless Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes
If you’re looking for the ultimate collection of effortless gluten free Thanksgiving recipes, you’re in the right place. Here you’ll find tried-and-true vegetable side dishes, salads, vegetarian, dinner items, and desserts; all perfect for your Thanksgiving table!
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About These Easy Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes
If you’re looking for crowd pleasing gluten free recipes, you’re in the right place, as these recipes lean on traditional flavors and easy-to find ingredients, and are so delicious no one will even know they are gluten free.
Every year, I look forward to sitting down with my circle and sharing well-loved Thanksgiving dishes.
There’s just something about spending time together enjoying pumpkin pie, stuffing and sweet potato casserole that makes the season feel extra special.
But I know it can be tough sometimes to find gluten-free recipes that taste like the real deal.
So I pulled together my tried & true favorites for you here in one place.
These recipes feature the best fall ingredients & classic flavors, so you won’t have miss out on your favorites either!
Tip: If feeding someone with Celiac disease, be sure to check each individual ingredient you are using before proceeding with a recipe. Gluten can be hidden in common ingredients, and can be harmful to someone with Celiac, even in small amounts. When in doubt, double check!
Starters & Appetizers
Gluten Free Chex Mix
With all the crunchy, savory flavor of traditional homemade Chex Mix, this easy gluten free Chex mix will be a hit for parties, holidays, and simple snack cravings all year round. Includes easy oven baked and slow cooker instructions, too!
Ingredients: corn and rice Chex cereal, gluten free pretzels, mixed nuts, butter, seasonings.
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Easiest Crockpot Taco Dip
This ultra-easy crockpot taco dip recipe is made with a short list of pantry ingredients, and will be the hit of any party or gathering.
Ingredients: lean ground beef, diced tomatoes with green chilis, cream cheese (traditional or dairy-free), shredded Mexican cheese blend (traditional or dairy-free), chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, lime juice, hot sauce and salt.
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Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip (Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free)
Rich, creamy, and oh-so delicious, Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip (Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free) will be the hit of your next party or gathering!
Ingredients: frozen spinach, artichoke hearts, raw cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, mayo or veganaise
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Creamy Pumpkin Hummus
Get your pumpkin fix with this easy Creamy Pumpkin Hummus. It takes just a few minutes to prepare and makes an amazing dip, appetizer, or sandwich spread.
Ingredients: chickpeas, pumpkin puree, tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cinnamon and salt
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Buffalo Turkey Meatballs
Tender, juicy, and super delicious, buffalo turkey meatballs are a healthy appetizer or main dish, made with no breadcrumbs, and easy to prepare in the crockpot or in the oven.
Ingredients: ground turkey, grated onion, almond flour (or oat flour), nutritional yeast, granulated garlic powder, cayenne pepper sauce, butter (traditional or dairy-free) and salt
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Gluten Free Thanksgiving Salads
Fall Harvest Salad
This Fall Harvest Salad combines fresh greens, roasted cauliflower & sweet potato with crisp apple for the perfect autumn salad or side dish!
Ingredients: roasted sweet potatoes & cauliflower, fresh crisp apples, arugula, almonds, avocado, feta and an easy apple cider vinaigrette.
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Autumn Meal Prep Lentil Salad
Autumn Meal Prep Lentil Salad is packed with nutrition and full of beautiful fall flavors. Perfect to prep-ahead and take for lunch, or enjoy as a side dish anytime. A gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan recipe.
Ingredients: lentils, olive oil, butternut squash, greens, pepitas, and an easy maple Dijon vinaigrette.
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Roasted Butternut Squash Harvest Salad
Roasted Butternut Squash Harvest Salad is bursting with fresh fall flavors and perfect for your autumn, holiday table or any night of the week. A gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, whole30 recipe.
Ingredients: butternut squash, red onion, sweet apples, baby arugula, maple syrup, cinnamon, pepitas, olive oil and a lemony dressing
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Dinner Items
Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast (5-Minute Prep!)
Ingredients: boneless turkey breast, spices, butter, flour/gluten-free four.
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Slow Cooker Whole Chicken and Vegetables
Tender, juicy, and incredibly simple to prepare, Slow Cooker Whole Chicken and Vegetables is a satisfying one-pot meal made with whole chicken, potatoes, carrots, garlic, and a hit of flavor from a simple balsamic sauce.
Ingredients: whole chicken, baby potatoes, carrots, paprika, garlic, garlic powder, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, rosemary and salt.
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Lemon Herb Roast Chicken
The perfect, simple dinner, 5-Ingredient Lemon Herb Roast Chicken is easy to make with just a handful of ingredients, and yields delicious results every time.
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Vegetarian Thanksgiving Recipes
Easy Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup
Creamy and warming, pumpkin and sweet potato soup is an easy, healthy, vegan soup that can be made with canned pumpkin on the stovetop or in the slow cooker or Instant Pot.
Ingredients: sweet potatoes, pumpkin puree, chipotle peppers, vegetable broth, coconut milk or cream, pumpkin pie spice, olive oil, onion, garlic powder, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup and salt.
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Butternut Squash and Red Pepper Soup
This easy butternut squash and red pepper soup recipe is smooth, creamy, and can be made with minimal ingredients using simple pantry ingredients. Includes stovetop and slow cooker instructions.
Ingredients: butternut squash, roasted red peppers, tomato paste, coconut milk (or heavy cream), chicken stock (or vegetable stock), garlic, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, olive oil and salt.
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Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup
Ingredients: red lentils, carrots, diced tomatoes, broth, coconut milk, ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin, olive oil, red chili flakes (optional), apple cider vinegar, maple syrup (optional) and salt.
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Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup
Cozy, warming, and wildly simple to prepare, this easy slow cooker butternut squash soup gets tons of flavor from sweet apple and doesn't contain any curry powder! Once you make it, this will become your new favorite butternut squash soup.
Ingredients: Butternut squash, apples, onion, carrot, turmeric, coconut milk, vegetable stock, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon and other spices.
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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup (with Canned Pumpkin!)
This easy slow cooker pumpkin soup recipe is so easy to prepare with canned pumpkin! It's a simple dump-and-go slow cooker meal that's perfectly rich, creamy and oh-so cozy.
Ingredients: canned pumpkin puree, vegetable stock, canned tomato sauce, cream or coconut milk, onion, garlic, cinnamon and salt.
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Easy Slow Cooker Lentil Soup
This easy slow cooker lentil soup is made with simple pantry ingredients like green lentils, celery, carrot and spinach making for a hearty vegan and vegetarian meal. Plus instant pot and stovetop directions!
Ingredients: Green (or brown) lentils, stock, onion, celery, carrot, diced tomatoes, garlic, red wine vinegar, spinach, salt and bay leaves.
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One-Pan Autumn Quinoa
Full of earthy, autumn flavors, One-Pan Autumn Quinoa tastes like Thanksgiving, without all the work. It’s simple to make in just one pan, so you can enjoy this comforting dish anytime.
Ingredients: quinoa, delicata squash, olive oil, onion, celery, dried cranberries, vegetable stock, sage and salt.
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Gluten Free Side Dishes
Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing
Full of flavor and texture, this gluten free cornbread stuffing makes the perfect, hearty side and will be a hit at your holiday table!
Key ingredients: gluten free cornbread, butter, sausage, onions, celery, pecans, dried cranberries, sage.
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Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes
These super easy slow cooker roasted potatoes are made with russet potatoes and are flavored with garlic, parmesan, and fresh herbs. A simple side dish you’ll want to make on repeat!
Ingredients: Russet potatoes, olive oil, kosher sat, garlic, fresh herbs, parmesan.
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Crock Pot Green Beans
Silky, savory, and packed with flavor, these super easy Crock Pot green beans are a simple side dish that are perfect for weeknight dinners and festive holiday spreads.
Key ingredients: Green beans, bacon, chicken stock, garlic, smoked paprika, butter.
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Easiest Crockpot Brussels Sprouts
These garlicky, cheesy crockpot Brussels sprouts are super easy to prep and make the perfect side dish for everything from weeknight meals to festive holiday gatherings!
Key ingredients: Brussels sprouts, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, parmesan cheese.
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Easiest Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes
Nearly effortless to prepare, slow cooker sweet potatoes are an easy side dish for weeknight dinners, for meal prep, or for any holiday table!
Ingredients: sweet potatoes.
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Slow Cooker Collard Greens
This easy slow cooker collard greens recipe combines humble collard greens with simple spices for a lusciously tender and delicious side dish you’ll want to make on repeat.
Key ingredients: collard greens, chicken stock, ham hock, apple cider vinegar.
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Easy Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes
Yes, you can make perfect baked potatoes in the slow cooker! The easiest hands-off way to feed a crowd, create an effortless baked potato bar, or an easy side dish for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients: Russet potatoes, olive oil and salt.
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Slow Cooker Carrots
Elevate everyday carrots with slow cooker carrots, an incredibly easy recipe that’s packed with flavor! Makes an elegantly simple side for every day dinners, brunch, and special holiday spreads.
Ingredients: carrots, butter, lemon zest, maple syrup and salt.
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Slow Cooker Cabbage
Yes, you can cook cabbage in the slow cooker and it comes out silky, tender, and full of flavor! Elevate the humble cabbage with this minimal prep recipe – all you have to do is chop the cabbage. The perfect vegetable side!
Ingredients: cabbage, apple cider vinegar, water, salt, bacon (optional), traditional or vegan butter (optional).
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Slow Cooker Red Cabbage
This easy sweet and sour slow cooker red cabbage combines red cabbage, onion and apple for a simple, flavorful vegetable side dish that goes with everything.
Ingredients: red cabbage, onions, apples, water, red wine vinegar, brown or coconut sugar, butter.
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Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole
Maple sweetened with a decadently crispy topping, this healthy sweet potato casserole is naturally gluten-free & dairy-free, and bound to be the favorite vegetarian side dish on your holiday table!
Ingredients: sweet potatoes, coconut milk, apple cider, salt, pecans, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, shredded coconut, cinnamon and vanilla extract.
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Roasted Green Beans and Brussels Sprouts
This easy roasted green bean & Brussels sprout recipe is hearty, nourishing, and packed with flavor. The perfect side for Thanksgiving dinner or any night of the week!
Ingredients: green beans, shallots, brussels sprouts, olive oil, lemon juice, roasted chopped pecans, cranberries and salt
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Breads & Muffins
Gluten Free Cornbread (One Bowl!)
Tender, moist, and with just a touch of sweetness, this gluten free cornbread comes together easily in just one bowl and makes the perfect side dish for chili, soups, stews, or just as a snack!
Ingredients: cornmeal, gluten free flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, eggs, yogurt, milk, butter, honey.
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Oat Flour Apple Cider Muffins (One-Bowl!)
These oat flour apple cider muffins are a super tender, totally healthy, and packed with all the flavors of fall, plus they come together in just one bowl!
Ingredients: applesauce, apples, apple cider, eggs, almond flour (or oat flour), coconut oil, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder
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Healthy Sweet Potato Muffins
These healthy sweet potato muffins are made with almond flour or oat flour and come together quickly in just one bowl with canned or homemade sweet potato puree.
Ingredients: sweet potato puree, vanilla, pecans, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, almond flour (or oat flour), eggs, oil, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
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Healthy Cranberry Muffins
Perfectly tender, slightly sweet, vanilla-scented, bursting fresh cranberries, and easy to make in just one bowl, Healthy Cranberry Muffins make the perfect side, snack or quick breakfast.
Ingredients: oat flour, cornmeal, oil, applesauce, orange juice, cranberries, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla, baking soda and salt
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Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins (One-Bowl!)
These easy, flourless, gluten free pumpkin muffins are made with almond flour or oat flour and come together quickly in just one bowl with canned pumpkin. A healthy treat you'll want to make again and again!
Ingredients: pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond flour or oat flour, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, eggs, coconut oil, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
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Gluten Free Cornbread Muffins (One Bowl!)
Fresh out of the oven, One-Bowl Cornbread Muffins (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free) are tender, slightly sweet, and perfect as a side or on their own.
Ingredients: oat flour, cornmeal, oil, eggs, honey, almond milk, baking soda and salt.
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Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread
This delicious, moist, gluten-free pumpkin bread is made with canned pumpkin, oat flour, and plenty of pumpkin spice for a nourishing treat. So easy to make in just one bowl!
Ingredients: pumpkin puree, oat flour, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, oil and salt
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Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Desserts
Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie
Yes, you can keep the holiday traditions alive with this fabulous maple scented gluten free pumpkin pie! Completely paleo, gluten free, and dairy free, you'll love how delicious this pie is and how it compliments your holiday table.
Ingredients: pumpkin puree, coconut milk, maple syrup, lemon zest, almond flour, arrowroot powder, palm shortening, eggs, water, vanilla extract, nutmeg, cinnamon, ground ginger, cloves, cardamom, salt.
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Healthier Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp
The perfect dessert to serve a crowd, Healthier Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp is brimming with lightly sweet cinnamon-spiked apples and topped with a crunchy, satisfying oat topping.
It’s also naturally gluten- and dairy-free, so you can enjoy this comforting dessert more often!
Ingredients: apples, orange juice & zest, lemon juice & zest, maple syrup, cinnamon, oat flour, cinnamon, rolled oats, melted coconut oil and salt
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Healthy Berry Crisp
This is one of my favorite summer desserts! Lightly sweet and bursting with fresh or frozen berries, this healthy berry crisp is made with a maple sweetened oat topping and is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
Ingredients: blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, lemon juice, maple syrup, rolled oats, oat flour, pecans (optional), cinnamon and salt.
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Salted Caramel Paleo Apple Crisp
Drizzled with a dreamy caramel sauce (that just happens to be refined sugar-free + dairy-free), Salted Caramel Paleo Apple Crisp is simple to prepare and perfect for your holiday table or dessert, any time!
Ingredients: apples, lemon juice, coconut sugar, cinnamon, coconut oil, almond flour, vanilla extract, coconut milk
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Leftovers
Crockpot Turkey Soup
Made with carrots, celery, onions and potatoes, this comforting crockpot turkey soup is so easy to prepare. The perfect way to stretch leftover turkey meat into extra meals. Also has instructions for stovetop and the Instant Pot!
Ingredients: cooked turkey, chicken stock, onion, carrot, celery, potatoes, cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and salt
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Easiest Turkey and Rice Soup (30-Minutes!)
Simple yet hearty and oh-so comforting, this easy turkey and rice soup is made with turkey and white rice, is so easy to prepare, and is ready in under 30 minutes! The perfect way to stretch leftover turkey meat into extra meals, too.
Ingredients: turkey, white rice, carrots, celery, onion, spices, stock, lemon juice.
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Slow Cooker Turkey Stock
Nourishing and versatile, this easy slow cooker turkey stock uses a turkey carcass or turkey bones and a few simple vegetables to create the most flavorful homemade stock to use in soups, for sipping, and more.
Ingredients: Turkey carcass or bones, vegetables, water, salt.
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40+ Effortless Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes Featuring Sweet Potato Casserole
35+ tried and true gluten free Thanksgiving recipes you'll love, featuring Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole!
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potatoes
- 4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup coconut milk, from a can
- ¼ cup apple cider
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
For the Topping
- ½ cup melted coconut oil, plus more for greasing the pan
- ⅔ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups unsweetened, shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F.
- Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot. Fill the pot with water, so that the sweet potatoes are covered by at least several inches of water. Cover, bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer. Simmer, covered, until the potatoes are cooked through and tender when pierced with a knife (about 20-25 minutes).
- Drain the potatoes, then place back into the pan. Add the coconut milk, apple cider, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mash with a potato masher until smooth.
- Add the mashed sweet potatoes to a greased 4-quart baking dish. Set aside.
- Make the topping by mixing together the coconut oil, shredded coconut, maple syrup, pecans, cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl.
- Sprinkle the topping over the sweet potatoes in an even layer. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 20-25 minutes or until the topping is lightly browned and the potatoes are bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Swap the pepitas (hulled pumpkin seeds) for pecans as a nut-free option.
If you’re not a fan of coconut, use almond meal in its place.
For a slightly lighter, less sweet version, half the amount of topping called for in the recipe.
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 (of 12), Calories: 398kcal, Carbohydrates: 50g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 13g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Sodium: 366mg, Potassium: 694mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin A: 23408IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 142mg, Iron: 2mg
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Thanks for this Thanksgiving round up! I’m going to make the lentil salad and quinoa recipe this week. I’ve been looking for new ways to use the seasonal squash in my pantry.
Lauren, sounds like the perfect way to use that squash. Yum! I hope you enjoy.
Totally love the recipes I’ll be making several real soon thanks !!
Julie, yay, I hope you enjoy!
Thank you so much for putting this together! I always love your recipes. I’m still making your Lentil Chili for my family weekly. I am thankful for you this season and all your tips and recipes!
Meg, so happy to hear this round-up is useful! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!
These look out of this world good! Thanks for all the hard work! Will start trying them all out starting… now!
Brooke, yay, so happy to hear the lineup is helpful. I hope you find some recipes you love! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!
Hi
I just made this. It’s in the oven right now! 😆 Can’t wait to try it! I was wondering does this freeze well and if so what do I reheat it at?
Thanks so much! Smile
Melissa, yes, leftover should freeze well, tightly covered, for up to 3 months. Hope it was a hit!