Don't know what to make for Friendsgiving? Celebrate with these easy and healthy recipes for main courses, side dishes, and desserts.
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Friendsgiving Recipes
Wondering what to bring to your Friendsgiving dinner? Whether you’re hosting or attending, Friendsgiving is a great way to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with your friends. I rounded up some of the best recipes that will impress everyone in your group, whether you’re in charge of the charcuterie board, the turkey or the sides. Not only are all the recipes on this list delicious, they’re easy and healthy too!
Main Dishes
You don't have to serve an entire turkey for Friendsgiving! Try roasting a turkey breast or a whole chicken for something classic. If you want to be more original, make a fall pasta or stuffed squash instead.
The Juiciest Instant Pot Turkey Breast via Eating Instantly
This is the JUICIEST Instant Pot Turkey Breast, and you can make gravy from the drippings right in the same pot within 30 minutes.
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Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie
1 hour
This Healthy Turkey Shepherd’s Pie is a comfort food classic, made with ground turkey and topped with carrot and rutabaga mash.
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Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 1515mg | Potassium: 1191mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 14840IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 3mg
Super Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies
55 minutes
These Super Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies are a healthier, lighter version of your favourite comfort food made with puff pastry in the perfect individual serving size!
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Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 882mg | Potassium: 537mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 7800IU | Vitamin C: 34.7mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3.1mg
Easiest 3-Ingredient Stuffed Acorn Squash
1 hour
This Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash is the easiest dinner idea, stuffed with just homemade turkey sausage and chopped kale. You'll love these comforting fall flavours!
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Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 1294mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 4449IU | Vitamin C: 64mg | Calcium: 142mg | Iron: 3mg
The Best Stuffed Pumpkin Recipe
1 hour
Move over stuffed squash, Stuffed Pumpkins are here! They're topped with gruyere cheese and have a delicious homemade turkey sausage filling.
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Calories: 505kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 313mg | Potassium: 2826mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 60152IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 553mg | Iron: 7mg
Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells {Super Creamy}
1 hour
These Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells are the ultimate comfort food with a creamy sauce, turkey sausage filling and fresh mozzarella.
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Calories: 606kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 735mg | Potassium: 1019mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 15832IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 367mg | Iron: 3mg
Brown Butter Sage Butternut Squash Gnocchi
50 minutes
This Brown Butter Sage Butternut Squash Gnocchi is a delicious twist on a classic made with homemade gnocchi, kale and caramelized onions.
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Calories: 349kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 684mg | Potassium: 515mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 5155IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 197mg | Iron: 3mg
Easiest Instant Pot Whole Chicken via Eating Instantly
This is the easiest Instant Pot Whole Chicken you’ll ever make! The spice rub is just like rotisserie chicken and you can cook the vegetables at the same time.
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Side Dishes
Whether you're hosting Friendsgiving or you're contributing to a potluck, you can't go wrong with any of these side dishes!
Delicious & Healthy Charcuterie Board
20 minutes
This Delicious & Healthy Charcuterie Board is a great holiday appetizer idea with low-calorie and protein-packed ingredients.
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Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 899mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 934IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 191mg | Iron: 2mg
Thanksgiving Paleo Gluten Free Stuffing
40 minutes
This Thanksgiving Paleo Gluten Free Stuffing is a delicious healthy alternative made with a ton of veggies and packed with fall flavours!
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Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 407mg | Potassium: 498mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1300IU | Vitamin C: 107.3mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2.3mg
Creamy Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes {Low Carb}
40 minutes
These Creamy Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes are super buttery and a delicious low-carb alternative to your favourite mashed potatoes.
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Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 642mg | Potassium: 916mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 465IU | Vitamin C: 139mg | Calcium: 234mg | Iron: 1mg
The Best Kale Salad on the Internet
50 minutes
This Kale Salad is the best meal prep lunch! It's got protein with lentils and halloumi cheese, lots of veggies and a tasty dressing.
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Calories: 532kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 764mg | Potassium: 909mg | Fiber: 25g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 5759IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 530mg | Iron: 6mg
Best Ever Brussels Sprouts Salad
30 minutes
This is the BEST Brussels Sprouts Salad, with an easy apple cider vinegar and honey dijon dressing. Toss with dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds for a festive fall slaw!
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Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 438mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 664IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg
The Keg's Mushrooms Neptune {Stuffed Mushrooms}
35 minutes
Inspired by The Keg's famous appetizer, this copycat Mushrooms Neptune recipe has a creamy crab and shrimp filling that's to die for!
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Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 79mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
Crispy Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Halloumi
22 minutes
This Creamy Brussels Sprouts Pasta is an easy weeknight dinner. It has a delicious creamy parmesan sauce, lemony brussels sprouts and bacon!
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Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 341mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 1mg
Creamy Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes via Eating Instantly
These Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes are super cheesy, creamy and delicious – all you need is a cake pan to cook this easy holiday side dish!
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Desserts
No Friendsgiving is complete without a couple of desserts! You can make apple nachos, pumpkin spice latte bars or even homemade beaver tails.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Protein Bars
45 minutes
These Pumpkin Spice Latte Protein Bars are a healthy and delicious snack that taste just like your favourite fall Starbucks drink!
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Serving: 1g | Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 68mg | Potassium: 279mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3831IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg
Samoa Caramel Apple Nachos
25 minutes
These Samoa Caramel Apple Nachos are a healthier snack or dessert idea made with caramel, chocolate sauce and toasted coconut.
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Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 64mg | Potassium: 139mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.7mg
Healthy Edible Cookie Dough
30 minutes
This Edible Cookie Dough is made with nutrient-packed ingredients like oat flour, maple syrup and coconut oil. It’s the perfect sweet treat!
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Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
Homemade Beaver Tails with Pizza Dough
20 minutes
These Homemade Beaver Tails are made with pizza dough for an easy treat you can make at home – no need for deep frying either!
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Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 30g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
The Easiest Almond Butter Cookies
30 minutes
These are the absolute EASIEST Almond Butter Cookies, no flour required! Just almond butter, eggs & brown sugar make for healthier, delicious cookies ready in no time!
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Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg
Instant Pot Apple Crisp via Eating Instantly
This Instant Pot Apple Crisp is a delicious, classic fall dessert made easy in your pressure cooker, and the apples are so tender!
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