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    64 Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes

    Published: Nov 13, 2018 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Aug 7, 2022 · 2101 words. · About 11 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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    Photo of five different Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes with the text "64 Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes" in the center.

    Looking for some inspiration for your Thanksgiving Dinner?  I've got you covered with everything from Gluten Free Appetizers, Desserts and everything in between.  Check out these 64 Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes.Photo of 5 different Thanksgiving Recipes with the text 64 Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes.

    Although planning for the holidays with three kids can be overwhelming, I never fail to enjoy planning the food. Truth be told, I may enjoy looking at recipes, creating new ones and planning to make them even more than I enjoy cooking.

    Now that I'm gluten-free (and the rest of the family isn't) it takes even more time to plan and prepare. Not that I'm complaining.

    For those of you who don't share my love for searching for recipes, here are some great Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes to consider putting on your menu this year.

    Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes

     

    Gluten Free Thanksgiving Appetizers

    CClose up photo of cranberry baked brie on a white plate.Cranberry Baked Brie with Thyme from Happy Kitchen Rocks

    This fancy and crazy-delicious appetizer takes just 15 minutes to make.  I am not sure it gets any better than baked brie topped with cranberry sauce, roasted pecans and thyme.

    Overhead photo of bacon wrapped asparagus appetizer on a white plate.Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bites from Savory Tooth

    This deliciously simple appetizer is perfect for cocktail hour.  No knife and fork needed.

    Photo of Savory Pumpkin Hummus in a tan bowl on a plaid background.Savory Pumpkin Hummus from Strength and Sunshine

    This Savory Pumpkin Hummus is the perfect appetizer to set out as guests start to arrive!

    Photo of Creamy Roasted Garlic and Cauliflower Soup in a blue bowl garnished with pomegranates.Creamy Roasted Garlic and Cauliflower Soup by Boozy Oyster

    This vegan and gluten-free soup freezes well and makes the perfect holiday starter!

    Overhead photo of Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup in a white bowl against a white background.Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup

    This deliciously healthy soup is easy enough for a weeknight but delicious enough for your holiday table.

    Overhead photo of two bowls of curried butternut squash pumpkin soup on a light gray background.Curried Butternut Squash Pumpkin Soup from Yummy Mummy Kitchen.

    This soup is creamy and nourishing!  With ginger, curry powder, and turmeric, this beautiful autumn soup is the perfect way to start your holiday meal.

    Photo of goat cheese gruyere fondue surrounded by bread cubes and vegetables. Goat Cheese Gruyere Fondue

    Throw back to the 70s with this deliciously indulgent fondue!  It is a fun way to start your holiday party.

    Gluten Free Thanksgiving Bread

    Overhead photo of gluten free Focaccia Bread garnished with basil.Rosemary Focaccia

    This delicious Rosemary Focaccia is so good, that no one will guess it is gluten-free.  Even my picky kids loved it.


    Photo of Gluten Free Cornbread stacked on a white plate.Gluten Free Cornbread with Cranberries
    by A Clean Bake

    This delicious cornbread recipe gets a fresh burst of color and flavor with the addition of cranberries.  It is tender, slightly chewy and lightly sweetened with unrefined sweeteners.

    Photo of keto pull apart clover rolls in a bowl with one sitting beside the bowl.Keto Pull Apart Clover Rolls by Beauty and the Foodie

    Watching your carbs doesn’t mean you have to give up your bread this Thanksgiving with these buttery, cheesy pull apart rolls.

    Photo of four gluten free drop biscuits on a blue plate.Gluten Free Drop Biscuits from Eating on a Dime

    Want a gluten free biscuit that is so good that even the non-gluten free crowd will love them?  This recipe has you covered.

    Overhead photo of Gluten Free Corn Muffins on a wire cooling wrack.Gluten Free Corn Muffins

    These Gluten Free Corn Muffins have a secret ingredient in them that gives them an extra punch of flavor.  Can you guess what it is?

    Photo of gluten free dinner rolls on a blue napkin.Gluten Free Dinner Rolls by Mama Knows Gluten Free

    There is no sacrifice with these soft and tasty dinner rolls!  They even have a dairy-free option.

    Caramelized Onion, Spinach and Goat Cheese Rolls

    You are going to love these delicious little rolls.  They work just as well as an appetizer as they do as a side dish.

    Gluten Free Thanksgiving Side Dishes

    Photo of gluten free stuffing in a white casserole dish garnished with sage.Gluten Free Stuffing by Wendy Polisi

    This Gluten Free Stuffing recipe is the perfect stuffing for Thanksgiving or Christmas!  Best of all, no one will mind that this homemade stuffing is gluten-free.  It tastes just like the “real thing”!

    Side photo of Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce in a white bowl against a white background.Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce by Beyond the Chicken Coop

    Everyone knows that cranberry sauce made from scratch is better than what you get in a can! This recipe shows you how to make it happen.

    Photo of Butternut Squash Casserole in a blue casserole dish against a white background.Butternut Squash Quinoa Casserole

    This delicious and easy to make casserole makes the perfect side dish or vegetarian main course.

    Photo of Cheesy Mashed Potatoes in a white bowl against a dark background.Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Broccoli

    This delicious comfort food dish is a great way to sneak in some veggies on your little ones.  You can even make it ahead as a casserole.

    Photo of Cheesy Carrots and Parsnips in a white bowl.Cheesy Carrots & Parsnips from Cardamon and Coconut

    This creamy Cheesy Instant Pot Steamed Carrots and Parnsips prove that gluten-free sides don't have to mean sacrifice!

    Photo of Maple Glazed Acorn Squash on a white plate against a dark background.Maple Glazed Acorn Squash 

    This maple glazed squash recipe has just five ingredients and is the perfect addition to your holiday table.


    Photo of Harvest Wild Rice Salad in a red and white bowl.Harvest Wild Rice Salad
    from Girl Heart Food

    There is so much goodness packed into this delicious Harvest Wild Rice Salad. It is a delightful combo of a wild rice blend, sauteed kale, and roasted acorn squash. Add the pomegranate and pumpkin seed garnish, and you've got a beautiful dish that is long on both texture and flavor.

    Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts by Nutrition Stripped

    These Crispy Brussels Sprouts are all about the texture.  This healthy side is sure to go fast.

    Overhead photo of Green Beans with Bacon on a white plate against a white background.Green Beans with Bacon

    This simple dish is sure to be a hit on your holiday table.  Crispy green beans are topped with a delicious tahini sauce and garnished with bacon.

    Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes in a tan bowl.Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes from My Organized Chaos

    These perfectly seasoned Crispy Rosemary Balsamic Potatoes are the perfect blend of sweet and savory.

    Roasted Delicata Squash Apple Fig Stuffing from Real Food with Dana

    This breadless "stuffing" makes the perfect easy side dish!

    Overhead photo of citrus quinoa salad on a white background garnished with citrus peels.Citrus Quinoa Salad

    This nutritious salad makes a beautiful addition to your holiday table.

    Quinoa Cranberry Orange Salad by Family Spice

    This beautiful salad with orange, mint, and kale makes the perfect healthy side dish!

    Photo of Honey Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta on a white serving platter.Honey Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta from Peas and Crayons

    This sweet and savory side dish is packed with the best flavors of fall!

    Photo of shredded Roasted Brussels Sprouts in a white bowl against a dark background.Shredded Roasted Brussels Sprouts from Beyond Mere Substance

    With pecorino and pancetta, this simple side dish is anything but bland!

    Overhead photo of Jeweled Quinoa salad in a white bowl on a teal napkin.Jeweled Quinoa Salad

    This salad adds a beautiful pop of color to your holiday table.  I've been known to eat leftovers of this cold for breakfast!Photo of Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash Rings on a white plate sitting on a black surface.

    Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash Rings from Cardamom and Coconut

    These Roasted Acorn Squash Rings make a great side or even a vegetarian main course. With quinoa, dried apricots, pomegranates, almonds, mustard, and maple syrup, you've got a healthy protein and flavor-packed dish!

    Photo of Autumn Rice in a white bowl against a dark background.Simple Autumn Wild Rice Pilaf from Don't Waste the Crumbs

    I'm not sure what I like most about this Simple Autumn Rice Pilaf. Is it the smell of the cinnamon or the tang of cranberry? Maybe it is the two combined, plus the added texture from the sunflower seeds. Either way, this is one you will make time and again.

    Overhead photo of Slow Cooker Collard Greens in a white bowlSlow Cooker Collard Greens

    Get your slow cooker in on the action this Thanksgiving with this Slow Cooker Collard Green Recipe.  This is a traditional southern side dish that you don't want to miss.

    Photo of a large spoon stirring a Creamy Green Bean Casserole.

    Creamy Green Bean Casserole from Scratch from Run Lift Eat Repeat

    A green bean casserole that is healthier and made from scratch? Yes, please! This is one side dish that your guests are sure to rave about.

    Sweet Potato Casserole with Crumbly Quinoa Topping

    This is a throwback from deep in the archives and the photos are terrible, but his Sweet Potato Casserole is delicious!

    Photo of Gluten Free Dressing in a white casserole dish.Gluten Free Dressing by Fearless Dining

    This simple Gluten-Free Mushroom Stuffing is a great recipe to make ahead of time!

    Photo of a spoonful of Sweet Potato Quinoa Casserole being scooped from a white casserole dish.Sweet Potato Quinoa Casserole

    Like my Butternut Squash Quinoa Casserole, this Sweet Potato version makes a perfect vegetarian main course.

    Overhead photo of Caramelized Brussels Sprouts.Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

    These crispy crunchy Brussels Sprouts are perfect for your holiday table, but you are going to want to make them year around!

    Photo of Spicy Southern Corn in a skillet.Spicy Southern Hot Corn from Peas and Crayons

    Is it an appetizer or side dish?  You can decide that, but what I do know is that this delicious dish is sure to be a hit.

    Close up photo of Lentil Cranberry Saffron Rice in a blue bowl.Lentils and Rice with Cranberries by The Delicious Crescent

    This Persian style dish pairs lentils, rice and cranberries.  It is tangy, with the perfect blend of sweet and savory.

    Quinoa Potato Pancakes

    These potato pancakes work just as well for breakfast as they do for a holiday side.  I love them served with gravy.

    Side overhead photo of Cranberry Apple Wild Rice Pilaf in white bowls against a blue background.Cranberry Apple Wild Rice Pilaf

    This wild rice pilaf is a simple side dish that is packed with fall flavors.

    Creamy Pumpkin Millet and Quinoa with Sage Maple Chickpeas

    If you are looking for a healthy vegetarian dish that works as a side or main course, it doesn't get much better than this Creamy Pumpkin Millet and Quinoa!

    Gluten Free Thanksgiving Main Course Recipes

    Photo of Instant Pot Turkey Breast on a white serving platter with gravy being poured over it.Instant Pot Turkey Breast from Recipes from a Pantry

    Who else loves it when delicious and easy collide? Skip the stress this holiday season with this Instant Pot Turkey Breast with Garlic Butter Gravy. You can make moist and juicy turkey and gravy in less than an hour. This is one of those recipes that works just as well for Thanksgiving dinner as it does Tuesday night.

    Whole Roasted Chicken from Coley Cooks

    Check out this easy method for roasting a chicken (or turkey) that produces perfect results every time!

    Photo of Whole Roasted Turkey on a serving platter garnished with herbs.Garlic Butter Whole Roasted Turkey from Wholesome Yum

    If you are planning on roasting a whole turkey, don't miss this comprehensive guide from Wholesome Yum.

    Photo os a Mushroom Walnut Meatless Loaf slice on a white plate with the loaf sitting behind it.

    Mushroom Walnut Meatless Loaf from Vegan Hugs

    If you are vegan or have vegans that you will be sharing Thanksgiving with, you won't want to miss this Mushroom-Walnut Meatless Love. With a delicious ketchup glaze, this is one healthy dish that is hearty and full of flavor.

    Close up photo of a Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Ginger Pineapple Ham.

    Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham from My Organized Chaos

    Keep it simple this Thanksgiving with this Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham. You won't believe how delicious a recipe with just 5 ingredients can be.

    Photo of a whole grilled turkey on a white serving platter.Easy Grilled Whole Turkey from Beauty and the Foodie

    Save that oven space and put your grill to work with this easy Grilled Turkey Recipe!

    Overhead photo of Instant Pot Turkey Breast.Instant Pot Turkey Breast from Melanie Cooks

    The fastest way to get turkey on the table?  Use your Instant Pot.  This Instant Pot Turkey Breast recipe is quick and easy and will give you the moistest roast turkey breast ever.

    Gluten Free Thanksgiving Desserts

    Photo of Pumpkin Flan on a white plate against a rustic wood background.Pumpkin Flan

    This Pumpkin Flan is a delicious twist on a classic.  The perfect way to mix things up on your Thanksgiving dessert table.

    Photo of low carb Pumpkin Cheesecake in a white pie plate against a white background.Low Carb Pumpkin Cheesecake from Wholesome Yum

    Just because you are watching your carbs doesn't mean that you need to give up dessert!  With this low-carb cheesecake you can have your cake and eat it too.  (Sorry, couldn't resist.)

    Overhead photo of Gluten Free Apple Crisp in a cast iron skillet.Gluten Free Apple Crisp

    This delicious apple crisp is a healthier dessert option!  Make it in a cast iron skillet for easy clean up.

    Photo of ginger cookies in a white bowl with one cookie sitting beside the bowl.Soft Ginger Cookies by Foodal

    You may want to make a double batch because these soft and chewy cookies are sure to go fast!

    Photo of a pumpkin bundt cake against a dark background.Pumpkin Bundt Cake by My PCOS Kitchen

    This Pumpkin Bundt Cake is both Paleo and Keto Friendly making it the perfect healthier dessert option for your Thanksgiving table.

    Photo of three Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars stacked on a white plate.Low Carb Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars from Savory Tooth

    These delicious pumpkin cheesecake bars have an almond flour crust, a middle layer of cheesecake and a delicious pumpkin layer on the top.  Perfection!

    Photo of three pumpkin pie bars with a hand reaching for them.Pumpkin Pie Bars from Allergy Free Alaska

    Dates and maple syrup come together to make a delicious filling for these vegan and paleo pumpkin pie bars.

    Photo of Vegan Chocolate Pumpkin Pie on a white plate against a dark background.Vegan Chocolate Pumpkin Pie from Delightful Adventures

    Mix things up for dessert this holiday season with this Chocolate Pumpkin Pie. It is gluten-free and vegan and packed with chocolate and pumpkin flavors.

    Photo of a Chocolate Cream Pie on a white plate.Chocolate Cream Pie from My Gluten Free Kitchen

    This Gluten-Free Chocolate Pie has a delicious chocolate cookie crust and is rich and creamy. You may want to hide a piece in the fridge under the kale because this is one that is going to disappear quickly!

    Photo of a whole Sugar Plum Apple Currant Pie on a light background.Gluten Free Sugar Plum Apple Currant Pie by Brooklyn Farm Girl

    Looking for a delicious gluten free Thanksgiving pie crust? This easy recipe shows you how to make one with gluten-free flour, pecans, and brown sugar. The perfect pie for Thanksgiving.

    Photo of a slice of a Dairy Free Maple Pumpkin Pie.Dairy Free Maple Pumpkin Pie from Allergy Free Alaska

    Not only is this delicious pie gluten and dairy free - it is also refined sugar free.  The only thing NOT missing?  The taste!

    Photo of two cranberry poached pears on silver platters against a light grey background.Cranberry Poached Pears

    These Cranberry Poached Pears make an elegantly delicious finish to your holiday meal.


    Photo of a vegan pumpkin pie slice at the top with the remainder of the whole pie below.Vegan Pumpkin Pie
    by Yummy Mummy Kitchen

    With an almond flour crust and coconut milk filling, this vegan pumpkin pie is one that everyone in the crowd can enjoy!

    Quinoa Chocolate Bars

    Kids and adults alike love these crunchy chocolate bars.  Nothing wrong with sneaking a little nutrition into your dessert!

     

     

    What are your favorite Gluten Free Thanksgiving Recipes?

     

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    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Faith (An Edible Mosaic)

      November 10, 2015 at 12:58 pm

      I love including a couple gluten free holiday sides in my Thanksgiving spread and this post is perfect for inspiration! Thanks so much for including me!

      Reply
    2. Annemarie LeBlanc

      November 14, 2018 at 10:16 pm

      Thank you so much for this recipe round up. My niece has been put on a gluten free diet recently and my sister is scrambling for recipes for food her daughter might like. I think with these recipes, my niece won't be upset anymore.

      Reply
    3. Theresa

      November 15, 2018 at 2:36 am

      That's quite a compilation! We aren't a gluten free family, but I have been looking to cut back and see a couple of recipes here that look like they need an add to our menu!

      Reply
    4. kristin

      November 15, 2018 at 6:30 am

      wow this sounds so so great. Love these recipe ideas.

      Reply
    5. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

      November 15, 2018 at 2:37 pm

      Such a delicious selection of recipes. My husband is gluten free so I'll certainly be giving some of these a try. Thank you for including my recipe!

      Reply
    6. Erin

      November 15, 2018 at 9:28 pm

      Goat Cheese Gruyere Fondue is my favorite, My friend and I often make these when we get together for the afternoon, and we enjoyed it with wine so much! I will make some for my family again for this Christmas.

      Reply
    7. Amy

      November 16, 2018 at 2:27 am

      These gluten free rolls looks so delicious! I really love all these options for my gluten free daughter!

      Reply
    8. Sara Welch

      November 16, 2018 at 4:22 am

      What I would have done for this amazing list when my daughter thought she had Celiac. That was a rough Thanksgiving.

      Reply
    9. Vanessa Delia

      November 16, 2018 at 4:24 am

      There is something on this list that is sure to fit everyone's taste. What a great list for Thanksgiving to help those eating gluten free have a delicious meal as well.

      Reply
    10. Vanessa Delia

      November 16, 2018 at 4:26 am

      I love that so many of these are not complicated and time consuming. I realize Thanksgiving is all about the awesome cooking, but I will take any time savers I can get.

      Reply
    11. Amber Meredith

      November 16, 2018 at 4:28 am

      What a great variety of gluten free foods. The recipes all turned out so delicious looking. I love that some of them are easy and quick.

      Reply

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