Get ready to plan your best (and skinniest!) Thanksgiving yet! I’ve rounded up dozens of irresistible, lighter takes on classic holiday dishes—everything from juicy turkey and cozy stuffing to creamy mashed potatoes, colorful veggies, festive salads, and even decadent (but guilt-free!) desserts.
Whether you’re looking for gluten-free, Paleo, or dairy-free options, you’ll find plenty to choose from. I’ve organized everything into easy categories so you can mix, match, and build your perfect menu. You’ll spot beloved traditional favorites right alongside creative twists—like turkey meatloaf muffins for a fun spin on the main event, or cauliflower rice and sausage stuffing that’s gluten-free, Paleo-friendly, and guaranteed to win over everyone at the table.
If you’re ready to keep the flavor high and the calories low, this collection has you covered for a truly delicious, stress-free holiday feast!
Turkey Recipes:
*The Barefoot Contessa’s Recipe for Perfect Roast Turkey Made Skinny
*Fabulous Grilled Turkey Tenderloin With a Dazzling Balsamic Sauce
*Tender and Juicy Rosemary Turkey Breasts Made In a Crock Pot
*Skinny Meatloaf Muffins with Barbecue Sauce
*Skinny Meatloaf Cupcakes
*Skinny Party Turkey Meatloaf
Cornbread Casserole, Stuffing and Potato Recipes:
*The Most Decadent Cornbread Casserole Ever, Made Skinny
*A Simple and Tasty Stuffing Made Skinny
Cauliflower Rice and Sausage Stuffing (Gluten-free, Paleo)
*LOADED MASHED POTATOES, SKINNYFIED
*GUILT-FREE MASHED POTATOES WITH BUTTER, SOUR CREAM AND CHIVES
*Outrageously Delicious, Skinny Au Gratin Potatoes
*Skinny Scalloped Sweet Potato Casserole
*Skinny Mash Potatoes
*Dreamy, Dairy Free, Skinny Mashed Potatoes
*Incredible, Skinny Roasted Garlic Mashers
*Skinny Hash Brown Muffins
*Just Delicious Baked Sweet Potatoes
*Yummy, Low Carb Cauliflower Mashers, No Potatoes Required
*Fingerling Roasted Potatoes
Salad and Vegetable Recipes:
*Super Low Calorie Caesar Salad on a Stick
*The Best Skinny Ranch Dressing (3 ingredients)
*My Favorite Skinny Coleslaw
*Delectable Skinny Salad with Fruits, Nuts and Cheese
*Warm Bacon-Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
*Oven Roasted Balsamic Carrots
*Caesar Asparagus, Low Calorie, Big on Deliciousness
*Skinny Green Beens, Caesar-Style
*Delicious Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
*Skinny Garlic Green Beans
*Super Healthy Roasted Brussels Sprouts
*Yummy Mashed Butternut Squash
*Simple and Delicious Roasted Asparagus
*Garlic Sauteed Spinach
*A Delicious Variety of Fall Roasted Vegetables
*Rich and Dreamy, Skinny Creamed Spinach
Homemade Cranberry Sauces and Gravy Recipes:
*Homemade Cranberry Sauce
*Homemade Cranberry-Apple Sauce
*Low Calorie and Very Tasty Turkey Gravy with 1 Weight Watchers POINTS PLUS
Magical Desserts:
*Decadent and Skinny Pumpkin Cheesecake
*My Skinny Recipe for Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
*A Spectacular, Skinny Cranberry Cheesecake
*Extravagant and Skinny, Apple Pie Topped Cheesecake
*Skinny Pumpkin Coffee Cake Mini Muffins
*Skinny Caramel Apple Pie Trifle
*Dreamy Magical Bars Made Skinny
*Skinny Oatmeal Dark Chocolate Chippers (Gluten Free)
*Dreamy, Skinny Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
*Skinny Pumpkin Coffee Cake
*Nostalgic and Decadent Carrot Cake Made a Whole Lot Skinnier
*Skinny Apple Cake With Caramel Glaze
*Skinny Dark Chocolate Brownie Bites
