5 Sides for your Thanksgiving Table


Hi Reader,

Somehow Thanksgiving is just around the corner. We are actually staying put and looking to have a low-key Thanksgiving, which I am very much looking forward to!

Some good food, a full belly, great company, and hopefully we'll get out for a family walk. I haven't done a turkey day 5k since before kids, so maybe I'll find one near us!

Do you have any Thanksgiving traditions? I'd love to hear them!

Tasty Thanksgiving Sides

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ALMOND FLOUR APPLE CRUMBLE

Gluten free Almond Flour Apple Crumble recipe uses a blend of quinoa, oats and almond flour to create a crumbly, healthy gluten-free apple crisp dessert. It’s perfect for fall and great by itself, with additional fruit or vanilla ice cream on top!


BALSAMIC ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND CARROTS WITH MAPLE CRANBERRIES

Sheetpan Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Carrots are full of flavor and come together quickly. Perfect for a weeknight meal addition, or to impress your holiday guests, these are the best maple balsamic roasted vegetables ever!


SIMPLE ROASTED CARROTS AND SWEETPOTATOES

You can't have Thanksgiving without sweetpotatoes! This easy roasted recipe is simple but tasty.

CRANBERRY STRAWBERRY CHIA JAM

Cranberry Strawberry Chia Jam is the perfect, hearty combination of tangy and sweet. Don’t just save it for your Thanksgiving table – this cranberry jam recipe is great year round.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH BEET SALAD

This Butternut Squash Beetroot Salad with Apple Maple Vinaigrette is the perfect combination of fall flavors. A mixture of farro, goat cheese, squash, beets, and spicy arugula makes this roasted butternut and beetroot salad a fall favorite.



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Hi, I'm Sarah Schlichter, a Registered Dietitian and mom of 3. This newsletter focuses on easy baby led weaning recipes, toddler food ideas and quick family meals ready in under 30 minutes. My goal is for meals to feel less stressful for families, and I share easy recipes with nutrition and meal prep tips thrown in.

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