A delicious collection of 30 of the best low carb Thanksgiving side dishes. These delicious keto side dishes will win over your guests and take the stress out of the holidays.
The first Thanksgiving after switching to a low carb keto diet was not easy. There are all kinds of memories attached to this meal, and the thought of not enjoying mashed potatoes was really starting to get to me. I won't lie to you, that first dinner was not exactly great. I found lots of keto side dish recipes that did not win anyone over. I wasn't sure how to adapt recipes yet and made some poor choices in creating that menu. I'm surprised people came back the next year.
Luckily, I've put together a list of 30 delicious keto Thanksgiving side dishes to help you. Don't make my mistake and scare off your guests!
30 Low Carb Thanksgiving Side Dishes
This collection of 30 Low Carb Keto Thanksgiving Side Dishes features some of the BEST recipes out there!
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year because it's all about sharing an extraordinary meal with people you care about and thanking your lucky stars for the boons you've been granted. I spend hours crafting up a perfect menu and then even more time executing those dishes in the kitchen. It's a labor of love for me. Sure, I want a perfectly moist and flavorful turkey, but let's be honest, Thanksgiving is all about the sides.
It takes time to create a worthwhile menu; believe me, I do it every year with great scrutiny and care. Let me take some of the guess-work out of it for you this year. I've compiled a collection of incredible low carb Thanksgiving side dishes for you. Hopefully this list of keto Thanksgiving side dishes will help you spend more time creating memories than agonizing over what to serve on this special day.
A staple in our house for the holidays! This side dish adds some sophistication to your brussels sprouts with three cheese, bacon, and walnuts. My husband asks for this every year!
This Keto Green Bean Casserole is an absolute must for your family get-togethers this holiday season! Enjoy this holiday time favorite guilt-free!
No Thanksgiving would be complete without mashed potatoes! This Roasted Garlic & Goat Cheese Mashed Cauliflower is the ultimate in creamy, savory side dishes. If you’re eating low carb or keto, or simply want to switch it up, you won’t miss the potatoes in this luxurious version of the classic comfort food.
This southern-style keto cornbread dressing is a comforting, classic side dish. It's deliciously moist, perfectly seasoned, and tastes just like the original!
Though simple, this vegetable side has intense flavors and takes your broccoli to the next level. Guests won't pass this one by!
Nothing beats a good cheesy cauliflower casserole at a holiday gathering! This version has a rich, smooth cheese sauce that compliments any main course.
This 3 ingredient slow cooker cheesy spinach is a rich and tasty, low carb side dish that you can make in no time at all! Each serving is only 2.6g net carbs.
Don't forget the bread! These Cheddar Chive Biscuits are delicious with a pat of butter.
Enjoy this smooth and creamy low carb mashed cauliflower at your next meal! Roasted garlic and fresh rosemary give it great flavor and an elegant twist, making it perfect for special occasion dinners.
Easy Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce with only 4 ingredients. Five minutes of prep and the smell of cranberries, cinnamon, and vanilla will fill your house. This delicious condiment is low carb and keto-friendly! The perfect accompaniment to your holiday.
Broccoli au Gratin with Bacon is a creamy and cheesy holiday side dish that is quick and easy to make with only 7 ingredients. It’s both a low carb and gluten-free side that will bring joy to your holiday table!
All you need is 30 minutes and 4 ingredients to whip up a batch of these amazing brussels sprouts. They are low-carb and delicious!
Light, refreshing, and the perfect side dish for a buffet since it can be served chilled or room temperature.
This Instant Pot cauliflower Mac and Cheese is a delicious side dish with a cheesy sauce you'll want to make over and over! Using the Instant Pot makes cooking the cauliflower a breeze!
This is the most delicious baked ratatouille recipe and you only need 10 ingredients. Perfect for feeding a crowd too!
Whether you’re whipping up traditional holiday dishes or just find yourself in the mood for this fall favorite, this keto stuffing recipe is just the thing!
Not just an appetizer anymore, this Spinach Artichoke Cauliflower Casserole is rich, cheesy, and utterly satisfying.
This delicious and crunchy combination of green beans and mushrooms sautéed in olive oil and spiced with red peppers, makes an excellent side dish for a simple meal at home or a holiday gathering!
Silky mashed cauliflower with bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions. A classic combination that is sure to please your guests!
No sugary orange juice required for this keto orange cranberry sauce! Full of citrusy sweet flavor, this sugar free Thanksgiving side will please all of your guests!
Since low carb stuffing is hard to come by, consider doing a bread on the side. This Soda Bread is super simple and delicious.
An elegant Keto side dish to serve at your next special occasion or holiday dinner! The bacon gives them a salty bite, then they’re brushed with a sugar-free brown sugar-like topping and baked until golden and delicious!
Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight healthy fall salad or a keto low carb Thanksgiving salad recipe that’s worthy of your holiday table, this shredded brussel sprout inspired side dish is a huge crowd pleaser for any occasion.
Drizzled with butter, this side dish is the ultimate in decadence! This low carb version of Colcannon is an Irish dish of mashed cauliflower with cabbage and leeks is the ultimate low carb side dish
This mushroom casserole is a delicious version of the traditional casserole. Keto-friendly and no can of soup required!
Cauliflower rice, zucchini, squash and hazelnuts collide in this light, lemony, and herbal side dish. Perfect alongside a roasted turkey.
This low carb cornbread doesn’t contain any corn – but it is a good alternative to a traditional recipe – AND it has added bacon
This simplified cauliflower soufflé is a fantastic low carb side dish. Gluten free, keto, and LCHF recipe.
This recipe for Brussels sprouts brings out the flavors and natural sweetness in this healthy vegetable. These sprouts are an easy, but elegant holiday side dish.
Try this delicious recipe for a roasted cauliflower mash that is low-carb and good for you! It’s a perfect option for a low-carb lunch or dinner side.
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