A Healthy Thanksgiving Meal Plan Everyone Will Love

This creamy dip blends butternut squash with goat cheese and pumpkin seeds, creating a flavorful fall spread that’s nutrient-rich and heart-friendly.

Caramelized Brussels sprouts are roasted with olive oil, then topped with crumbled blue cheese and lean turkey bacon for a bold-flavored appetizer that stays within heart-healthy boundaries.

Mushroom caps are filled with spinach, herbs, garlic, and a touch of parmesan, making them a veggie-forward appetizer that’s low in calories.

Crisp apple slices are topped with walnuts, feta, and a drizzle of honey for a sweet and savory appetizer that’s full of fiber and low in sodium.

Fiber-packed sweet potatoes are baked into bite-sized rounds and topped with avocado, turkey bacon, and cheddar for a hearty appetizer with bold flavor.

Fresh toppings on multigrain bread make this light, low-sodium starter a delicious way to kick off a Thanksgiving meal.

A light spin on pumpkin soup, this recipe mixes pureed pumpkin, warm spices, lime juice, and nonfat yogurt to create a zesty, low-calorie starter full of seasonal flavor.

Crisp apple chunks, tangy gorgonzola, walnuts, and a light balsamic vinaigrette make this salad a crunchy, flavor-packed yet heart-smart Thanksgiving starter.

This low-sodium, warmly spiced soup blends sweet potatoes and fresh ginger into a creamy starter that’s just 218 calories per serving — perfect for a heart-friendly Thanksgiving beginning.

Tender roasted sweet potatoes meld with nutty farro, crisp apples, greens, herbs and a simple olive oil–lemon dressing in this fiber-rich, heart-healthy salad that’s a fresh start to your fall meal.

Velvety and comforting, this soup features tender butternut squash, sweet onions, and fresh thyme in a low-fat, gluten-free broth that’s ideal as a cozy start to your holiday meal.

This classic roast turkey is healthy and filled with classic flavors and aromas. Stuffed with citrus, onion, garlic, and fresh herbs, it makes an impressive and tasty centerpiece at your holiday table.

Boneless turkey breast is roasted with garlic, shallot, sage, and thyme to yield a lean, flavorful main that keeps saturated fat in check.

Turkey breast is marinated in a blend of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and ginger, then grilled to juicy perfection for a low-sodium, low-cholesterol main dish that’s fresh and flavorful.

A bone-in, skinless turkey breast is roasted atop red potatoes, carrots, and parsnips to deliver a hearty, one-pan Thanksgiving entrée that balances lean protein with fiber-rich vegetables.

This whole chicken, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, makes a great heart-smart stand-in for turkey if you’re looking for something a little different that still offers traditional tastes.

Lean brisket is seared and slow-cooked with mushrooms, onion, and root vegetables for a flavorful and cozy alternative to turkey at your holiday table.

Thick slices of cauliflower are roasted until tender and golden, creating a satisfying vegetarian entrée that’s low in fat, rich in fiber, and impressive enough to steal the show at your festive feast.

This tangy sauce blends fresh cranberries with orange marmalade and a hint of maple for a naturally sweet accompaniment to turkey that’s fat-free and a powerhouse of seasonal flavor.

Whipped potatoes are baked in a lighter base for a decadently creamy side that cuts back on butter but keeps the comforting texture.

Whole wheat bread, walnuts, Granny Smith apples, onion, and sage combine in this Thanksgiving stuffing recipe that delivers comforting texture and flavor with just 1 gram of saturated fat per serving.

These potatoes are tossed in a light ranch seasoning and roasted until crisp, providing a savory side that leans on the power of herbs instead of excess fat.

Whole-grain pasta is coated in a lighter cheese sauce and baked to perfection, delivering that familiar creamy, cheesy experience with less saturated fat.

Thinly sliced potatoes are layered and baked in a lighter creamy sauce, offering classic richness with less fat and sodium than you would expect from this type of decadent dish.

This squash bake is lightened up with a modest use of cheese and vegetables, offering a creamy and comforting side that still keeps saturated fat lower than traditional casseroles.

This custardy-style pudding uses corn’s natural sweetness and a lighter custard blend to offer a comforting but healthier side dish.

Rooted in naturally sweet potatoes, this casserole uses minimal added sugar and lighter topping ingredients to evoke dessert-like flavors without overloading on calories.

This gravy starts with sweet onions and low-sodium broth, letting the natural flavors shine through without relying on a lot of fat or excess salt.

Green beans are baked in a lighter creamy base and topped with a crunchy onion topping, delivering vegetable goodness with less fat than most green bean casseroles.

Cornbread is made from scratch using heart-friendly ingredients like whole grains and less fat, giving you the Thanksgiving side you crave in a better-for-you version.

This lighter pumpkin pie swaps in reduced-fat cream cheese, skim milk, and egg whites to deliver silky, spiced dessert flavor at about 224 calories per slice — a festive finish that’s kinder to your heart.

Using fat-free evaporated milk and egg whites, this smooth, warmly spiced sweet potato pie delivers decadence with fewer calories and less fat than most Thanksgiving desserts.

This pie uses a crust combining whole wheat and all-purpose flour, and fills it with apples, lemon juice, and just a modest amount of sugar for a classic dessert that keeps fat and calories in check.

These cookies are made without wheat flour, giving you a lighter, gluten-free treat that still delivers comforting cinnamon sugar flavor while being better for you than store-bought or bakery treats.

Made from dates, pecans, hazelnuts, almond meal, maple syrup and coconut oil, these bite-sized treats offer sweet satisfaction along with fiber and heart-friendly nutrients in a no-bake format.