40 Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Recipes That Everyone Will Want Seconds Of (2024)

Gluten is not on the invite list this year.

By Mackenzie Filson
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If you're planning on keeping gluten off the invite list for your Thanksgiving feast, no worries. Keep the mashed potatoes flowing, and try some of these easy swaps to make gluten-free stuffing, cheesy baked green beans, and crustless pumpkin pie that everyone will love. Living gluten-free thankfully doesn't mean you have to skip out on your favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. Whether you're celiac, trying to accommodate Thanksgiving guests, or simply needing to cut out gluten, we've got plenty of amazing gluten-free recipes to help make your holiday all the more delicious.

Not gonna lie, our gluten-free recipes are just as good (if not better than!) the traditional Thanksgiving recipes. And we're oh so grateful that so many of the classics are naturally gluten-free, like roast turkey, mashed sweet potatoes, and garlic mashed potatoes. The main things you'll want to watch out for when making gluten-free Thanksgiving foods are flour and bread crumbs. But luckily, you can swap in your favorite gluten-free alternative to make a gluten-free pie crust, sweet potato casserole with marshmallows and pecans, and a green bean casserole that's safe for everyone. What's even easier? Simply going crustless on that apple pie by making our crustless apple pie instead! Easy = always more delicious.

No matter who is coming to Thanksgiving dinner, we've got plenty of recipes to accommodate with our vegan Thanksgiving ideas, vegetarian Thanksgiving, and healthy Thanksgiving recipes. And no meal is complete without a Thanksgiving dessert or one of these Thanksgiving co*cktails, right?

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Gluten-Free Green Bean Casserole

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Never has there ever been a holiday table without green bean casserole. Okay, that’s an exaggeration, but you get the point. It’s an American classic everyone knows but not everyone gets the opportunity to enjoy due to dietary restrictions or eating lifestyles. We love this gluten-free version because it gets more forks involved, but even more for its rich, punchy flavors.

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Roast Turkey

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Whether you're roasting your first bird for Thanksgiving or hosting for the 26th time, use this handy guide to roast the perfect holiday turkey. This foolproof method has been tested (and tested and tested) by the Delish kitchen—it's the best.

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Air Fryer Moroccan-Spiced Carrots

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A combo of spices adds a riot of flavor to those carrots that may or may not have been sitting in the crisper for too long. Serve alongside our air fryer tandoori turkey breast for a completely air-fried Thanksgiving meal.

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Gluten-Free Stuffing

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Many would argue that the table just isn’t complete without a big dish of classic Thanksgiving stuffing. But what about your friends and family with allergies that prevent them from eating wheat? This gluten-free stuffing will save the day—and spoiler alert, it tastes exactly the same as the real thing.

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Parmesan Roasted Green Beans

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This side is like if green beans dressed up as cheesy garlic bread. 😍 Tossed in garlic and black pepper and showered with cheese, this simple yet irresistible side will steal the spotlight at every holiday table.

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Whipped Feta Roasted Potatoes

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This recipe is the perfect example of the satisfying texture combo of creamy and crisp: Hot, crispy potatoes are spooned onto a billowy cloud of whipped feta, then showered with lemon zest and fresh herbs. It doesn’t get much better than that.

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Gluten-Free Apple Pie

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We hope you're not batting your eyes at “gluten-free.” So often is the word associated with negative connotations because there’s just nothing quite like a gluten-filled treat—bread, pasta, pie, cakes, cookies, you name it… or so you think. Stop there: Gluten-free apple pie can be just as good as all the others.

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Creamed Spinach

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Creamed spinach is a simple side dish that is also the perfect way to use up an abundance of dying spinach. The creaminess pairs perfectly with meatloaf and will make you (and your vegetarian guests) forget you're eating greens!

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Easy Baked Pumpkin Risotto

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Baked, not stirred, this recipe for pumpkin risotto takes some of the work off the chef without sacrificing that classic risotto flavor and texture. Not having to watch and stir the risotto constantly—as risottos are traditionally made—means you can prepare a side salad to accompany this rich risotto or just enjoy relaxing while it cooks. (This pear and blue cheese salad would be an excellent table-mate.)

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Best Turkey Brine

If you've never brined your Thanksgiving turkey—this is your year. If you want the juiciest, most flavorful turkey possible, you have to try this easy, simple, and delicious brine. Our version is filled with the best fall herbs for that cozy, holiday feel, plus two types of citrus for brightness.

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Stuffed Butternut Squash

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After baking brown-sugar-butter-slathered squash until perfectly tender, you'll top the squash with a hearty filling of quinoa, kale, and chickpeas. Flecked with dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds, the savory pilaf has the perfect balance of texture, flavor, and pops of color.

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Crustless Apple Pie

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You need to try this hasselback trick with apples ASAP. It tastes like a cross between a homemade apple pie and a warm apple crumble. The best part: You don't need to deal with rolling out and chilling pie dough.

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Gluten-Free Gravy

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Just because you can't eat gluten doesn't mean you can't have AMAZING gravy. Butter, herbs, and seasoning make this gravy DIVINE.

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Perfect Mashed Potatoes

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Quick: Name one thing better than creamy, buttery, steamy, perfect mashed potatoes! See? You can't! So put down the instant potatoes, grab your favorite spuds, a large pot, a masher, and let's get ready for comfort in a bowl.

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Cauliflower Stuffing

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This low-carb cauliflower stuffing proves that you don’t always need bread to make an amazing stuffing. Cauliflower is basically a sponge: It’ll soak up the flavor of whatever you cook it with, so we recommend going heavy on the herbs (and the butter! 😈).

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Crustless Pumpkin Pie

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For those that can't have gluten or think the pie crust is just a vessel to get the best part of the pie, this pumpkin pie is for you. Made without the crust, this pie takes less than half the time and WAY less effort. No making pie crusts, no chilling, and no blind baking. It's a Thanksgiving miracle.

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Cranberry Sauce

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This sweet-tart sauce is almost as easy as opening up the canned stuff, and you know your Thanksgiving spread deserves better.

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Parmesan Brussels Sprouts Salad

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Making this salad might seem intimidating, but it doesn't actually require much prep. Tossed with a combo of toasted almonds, shaved Parmesan, and pomegranate seeds, Brussels make a great side for any variety of Thanksgiving dinner.

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Sweet Potato Pudding

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This silky smooth sweet potato pudding is a lighter, simplified cousin of sweet potato casserole without the topping or crust. It's essentially the filling of sweet potato pie with an optional whipped cream or marshmallow fluff topping.

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Harvest Chicken Casserole

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This satisfying casserole has all of your fall favorites—Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, cranberries. Make it for a big crowd for Thanksgiving, then make it all fall long—it's a prep-ahead DREAM.

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FAQs

What do gluten-free people eat for Thanksgiving? ›

Here's a list of foods that are usually gluten-free:
  • Turkey (check with the producer to ensure that wheat-based gravy or stuffing hasn't been added to the turkey.)
  • Cranberries and cranberry sauce.
  • Sweet Potatoes.
  • White Potatoes.
  • Fresh, roasted, or steamed vegetables without sauce (sauces often contain wheat)

What is the best food for gluten-free guests? ›

Fruits and vegetables are naturally gluten-free—so have plenty on hand for snacking. Rice, wild rice, corn and quinoa are gluten-free foods. Price Chopper does sell several different brands of gluten-free pasta. Meat, fish and chicken are also gluten-free, but some cold cuts do contain wheat starch as binders.

What are some easy gluten-free foods? ›

Many naturally gluten-free foods can be a part of a healthy diet:
  • Fruits and vegetables.
  • Beans, seeds, legumes and nuts in their natural, unprocessed forms.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean, nonprocessed meats, fish and poultry.
  • Most low-fat dairy products.

What do gluten-free people miss out on? ›

If you cut all gluten out of your diet, there's a risk that you could miss out on nutritious whole grains, fiber and micronutrients. Getting enough whole grains in your diet is especially important if you're at risk for heart disease or diabetes.

What do gluten-free people eat instead of bread? ›

Bread-Free Alternatives
  • Tortilla wraps – Try this coconut flour recipe from against all grain. ...
  • Blanched collard greens – (dip in boiling water until softened) Use the green just like a tortilla or large lettuce leaf.
  • Romaine Lettuce Spears.
Feb 28, 2022

What culture is most gluten-free? ›

The Top 8 International Cuisines for Gluten Free Eaters
  • Mexican.
  • Latin American.
  • Thai.
  • Japanese.
  • Indian.
  • Greek.
  • Middle Eastern.
  • Italian.

Does peanut butter contain gluten? ›

Living gluten-free can be a challenge. It's important to know that peanuts, peanut butter, peanut flour and peanut oil are considered naturally gluten-free foods. Gluten is a form of protein found in wheat, barley and rye (2).

What country is the most celiac friendly? ›

The Top Gluten-Free Friendly Countries to Visit
  • New Zealand – Celiac disease is fairly common in New Zealand, so options should be plentiful. ...
  • Australia – Similar to New Zealand, Australia is a place where gluten-free options are abundant.

What is surprisingly not gluten-free? ›

Here are some foods likely to contain gluten:
  • Beer, ale and lagers.
  • Bouillon cubes.
  • Brown rice syrup.
  • Candy.
  • Chips.
  • Communion wafers.
  • Couscous.
  • Deli meats.
Aug 7, 2020

Which candy is gluten-free? ›

Hershey's
  • All PayDay Candy, including PayDay Snack Bites.
  • SKOR Toffee Bars – All.
  • YORK Dark Chocolate Peppermint Patties.
  • YORK Dark Chocolate Snack Size Peppermint Patties.
  • YORK Hearts Dark Chocolate Peppermint Patties.
  • YORK Miniatures Dark Chocolate Peppermint Panties.

What are 10 gluten free foods? ›

Best gluten-free foods to try
  • Buckwheat. ...
  • Rice. ...
  • Quinoa. ...
  • Polenta. ...
  • Fresh meat. ...
  • Fresh fish. ...
  • Eggs. ...
  • Milk, cream, crème fraîche and natural yogurt.
Apr 3, 2023

What to make 2 days ahead for Thanksgiving? ›

Dishes you should definitely make in advance
  • Thanksgiving stuffing. "We always make my mom's sweet potato stuffing ahead of time. ...
  • Casserole. "Pretty much anything with 'casserole' in the name is built for being made in advance." — ...
  • Mise en place. ...
  • Gravy. ...
  • Turkey and chicken stock. ...
  • Most desserts. ...
  • Brussels sprouts. ...
  • Dinner rolls.
Nov 14, 2023

What do you normally do the night before Thanksgiving? ›

The day before Thanksgiving means travel, traffic — and, for many families, takeout. Cooking another meal the night before the impending feast isn't high on many of our priority lists, which explains why the Wednesday before Thanksgiving is one of the biggest pizza nights of the year across the country.

What to do 2 days before Thanksgiving? ›

2 Days Before:

Assemble casseroles. Sweet potato or green bean casseroles can be stored uncooked in the fridge and baked on Thanksgiving. Bake rolls and breads. Make pie crust or thaw your pie crust; bake pumpkin pies.

What common meals are gluten-free? ›

  • Classic Stuffed Peppers. ...
  • Cacio E Pepe Sweet Potato Noodles. ...
  • Lemony Chicken & Potatoes With Feta. ...
  • Feta & Herb-Crusted Salmon. ...
  • Creamy Gochujang White Chicken Chili. ...
  • Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole. ...
  • Instant Pot Pork Puttanesca. ...
  • Best-Ever Gluten-Free Pasta.
Feb 22, 2023

Can gluten-free people eat stuffing? ›

Stuffing/Dressing

Watch out for the stuffing and dressing – it's just a dressed-up version of gluten-containing bread. Regular stuffing (cooked inside the turkey) and dressing (made in a pan) start with dried cubes of bread, typically made with gluten.

Do marshmallows have gluten? ›

Many, though not all, marshmallow brands in the United States are gluten-free. Some marshmallows may contain trace amounts of gluten. These may not be easily tolerated by people with celiac disease. People with mild gluten intolerance may be able to eat marshmallow brands that aren't labeled as gluten-free.

Is turkey and chicken gluten-free? ›

Fresh or frozen cuts of meat, like pork and poultry (chicken and turkey), are all naturally gluten-free.

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