Thanksgiving Recipes with a Healthy TWIST!

SO I know we all have our MUST HAVE dishes for Thanksgiving. But sometimes it's nice to try a healthier option for some recipes. You would be surprised how delicious they could be!!!

Try this as a healthier option for Mashed Potatoes!

Roasted Cauliflower Mash

 

Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

45 mins

Total time

50 mins

 

Author: Beachbody

Recipe type: Side Dishes

Serves: 8 servings, ¼ cup each

Ingredients

• 1 (2-lb.) cauliflower, cut into small florets, discard stem
• 4 tsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• ¼ tsp. granulated garlic (optional)
• 2 Tbsp. low-sodium organic vegetable broth

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400° F.
2. Wash cauliflower and pat dry.
3. Place cauliflower in large baking pan. Drizzle with oil; toss gently to coat.
4. Season with salt and garlic.
5. Bake, stirring halfway through, for 40 to 45 minutes, or until tender.
6. Place in food processor; add vegetable broth. Pulse until smooth.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 46

Total Fat: 3 g

Saturated Fat: 0 g

Cholesterol: 0 mg

Sodium: 319 mg

Carbohydrates: 5 g

Fiber: 2 g

Sugars: 2 g

Protein: 2 g

Containers

1 Green

½ tsp.

Healthy Green Bean Casserole

Recipe type: Lunch/Dinner

Serves: 8 servings, ½ cup each

Ingredients

• 5 Tbsp. whole wheat purpose flour, divided use
• ½ tsp. paprika
• ½ tsp. garlic powder
• 1 medium onion, (½ onion thinly sliced, ½ onion chopped), divided use
• 3 tsp. olive oil, divided use
• 8 oz sliced mushrooms
• ½ tsp. onion powder
• 3 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves removed and chopped, stems discarded
• ½ tsp. sea salt
• ½ tsp. ground black pepper
• ½ cup nonfat milk
• 2 Tbsp. dry sherry wine
• 1 lb. frozen French-cut green beans
• 1 cup nonfat plain yogurt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400° F.
2. Combine 2 Tbsp. flour, paprika, and garlic powder in a medium bowl; mix well.
3. Add sliced onion; mix until well coated. Set aside.
4. Heat 2 tsp. oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add sliced onion mixture; cook, turning once or twice, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove from skillet and place on a paper towel. Set aside. Wipe skillet clean.
6. Heat remaining 1 tsp. oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Add chopped onions; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 4 minutes, or until translucent.
8. Add mushrooms; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the liquid released from mushrooms is almost completely evaporated.
9. Add remaining 3 Tbsp. flour, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper; mix until vegetables are coated.
10. Add milk and sherry; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until bubbly and slightly thickened.
11. Add green beans; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until heated through.
12. Add yogurt; mix until combined.
13. Place green bean mixture in casserole dish. Top with onion mixture.
14. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until casserole is bubbly.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 91

Total Fat: 2 g

Saturated Fat: 0 g

Cholesterol: 1 mg

Sodium: 199 mg

Carbohydrates: 14 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugars: 6 g

Protein: 5 g

Containers

½ Green

½ Yellow

½ tsp.

And probably my VERY FAVORITE....

Blistered Brussels Sprouts

Total Time: 56 min.

Prep Time: 10 min.

Cooking Time: 46 min.

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

1 cup balsamic vinegar

2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped

1 lb. Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed, cut in half lengthwise

¼ tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)

2 Tbsp. water

Preparation:

1. Place vinegar and garlic in small non-reactive saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; gently boil for 25 to 35 minutes, or until vinegar has become thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. (Watch vinegar carefully after 20 minutes of cooking to avoid burning.)

2. Remove from heat; cool. Remove garlic. Set aside.

3. Heat a medium cast iron (or nonstick) skillet over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes.

4. Place Brussels sprouts in skillet, cut side down, in a single layer; cook for 4 minutes, or until browned.

5. Add salt; cook for 1 to 2 minutes.

6. Add water; cook until water has evaporated.

7. Top each serving with 1 Tbsp. balsamic glaze; serve immediately.

Tip: Remaining balsamic glaze can be served over meat, salmon, roasted vegetables, strawberries, kale chips, etc.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 79

Total Fat: 0 g

Saturated Fat: 0 g

Cholesterol: 0 mg

Sodium: 179 mg

Carbohydrates: 16 g

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 7 g

Protein: 4 g

Containers
2 Green

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