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50+ Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Recipes

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Modified: Oct 18, 2022 · Published: Nov 5, 2020 by Heather Cooan, MBA, ONC, FDNP, NTP · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment
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Here are over 50 gluten-free Thanksgiving recipes for you to get a jump on your Thanksgiving planning. Everything from appetizers to desserts and all gluten-free. Many of these are also dairy-free and keto-friendly.

If you're looking for dairy-free keto Thanksgiving recipes, you can find a list of them here.

Thanksgiving doesn't have to be a minefield of food sensitivities. You can easily enjoy all the traditional Thanksgiving dishes and more if you're gluten-free.

Gluten-Free Appetizers

mini pumpkin cheese balls on a platter

The holiday season is a time for gathering and indulging in delicious food, but it can be challenging for those following a gluten-free diet to find appetizers that are both safe to eat and full of flavor. Luckily, there are plenty of mouthwatering gluten-free Thanksgiving recipe options that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Fried Cheese Balls (Keto, GF, Low-Iron, Vegetarian)
Fried cheese balls. I mean, can it get any better than this!?
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Fried Cheese Balls on a paper towel
Decadent Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Figs
Make crowd-pleasing bacon-wrapped figs to serve as an irresistible appetizer with this super simple recipe.
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Decadent Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Figs
Sweet and Salty Roasted Nuts
Spicy seasonings add a bit of zing to roasted nuts for an appetizer that's perfect for any occasion.
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Mini "Pumpkin" Cheese Balls
These little guys are kinda spicy! These mini "pumpkin" cheese balls are a very different Thanksgiving appetizer, your guests will be impressed.
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mini pumpkin cheese balls on a platter
Garlic-Chile Marinated Olives
Simply pour warm aromatic oil over a selection of olives to infuse them with loads of flavor fast. These olives are a wonderful easy party appetizer--add any leftovers to salads or simply snack on them.
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Garlic-Chile Marinated Olives
Farmers Market Vegetable Tray - Simply Scratch
This farmers market vegetable tray will look great at any party or get together. This post is shows you just how easy it is to pull together.
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Farmers Market Vegetable Tray - Simply Scratch
Pickle Wheels (Keto, GF, Low Iron)
These pickle wheals are ham roll-ups made with pickles and cream cheese. This is a quick and easy snack or appetizer. So yummy!
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pickle wheels - pickle, cream cheese, ham
Stuffed Mushrooms With Spinach, Bacon, and Fontina Cheese
These bacon, spinach, and fontina cheese stuffed mushrooms are not only delicious, they're gluten free! Enjoy these mushrooms as a snack or appetizer.
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Stuffed Mushrooms With Spinach, Bacon, and Fontina Cheese
Savory Cheesecake Bites
Savory cheesecakes can be just as delicious as the dessert variety.
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Savory cheesecake bites
Roasted Butternut Squash Seeds
Roasted butternut squash seeds make a great snack or salad topper. Enjoy them plain or jazzed up with one of our flavor variations.
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Roasted Butternut Squash Seeds
Classic Deviled Eggs
If you're looking for a classic, no-frills recipe for deviled eggs, this is it. Simple and Southern, deviled eggs don't get much more perfect than this. See how to make deviled eggs step by step.
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Classic Deviled Eggs
Bacon Ranch Dressing (GFDF, Paleo, Keto, Low-Iron, Whole30)
Store-bought ranch dressing is full of junk. This whole-food bacon ranch dressing recipe is clean and delicious!
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Oysters on the Half Shell with Mignonette Sauce
Enjoy oysters on the half shell at home by making them yourself. We walk you through how to shop for, store, and shuck fresh oysters.
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Oysters on the Half Shell with Mignonette Sauce

Gluten-Free Main Dishes

Garlic Rosemary Cornish Game Hens

For those who follow a gluten-free diet, finding suitable main dishes that still capture the essence of the Thanksgiving holiday can sometimes be challenging. However, there are numerous gluten-free options available that are both satisfying and flavorful. With creativity and resourcefulness, you can create a Thanksgiving menu that will please everyone, regardless of dietary restrictions.

Turkey Stew (GFDF, Keto, Paleo, AIP, Whole30, Low Iron)
Thanksgiving leftovers don't have to be eaten like a repeat of Thanksgiving dinner. You can use leftover turkey to make any dish you would normally use chicken in. This turkey stew is a great way to use up leftover thanksgiving turkey.
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Turkey Stew
Deep Fried Cajun Turkey: Turkey Rub, Injection Recipe and Frying Tips
Spice up Thanksgiving dinner with this Deep Fried Cajun Turkey! This step-by-step guide makes it easy to fry a whole turkey for Thanksgiving!
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Deep Fried Cajun Turkey: Turkey Rub, Injection Recipe and Frying Tips
Roast Duck (Keto, Paleo, GFDF, AIP, Whole30)
Duck is a delicious way to change things up. This fatty bird is a fantastic change of pace from the normal chicken dish!
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Easy, No Fail Gluten Free Brined Turkey
You cannot fail with this easy, gluten free brined turkey recipe. Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside.
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Easy, No Fail Gluten Free Brined Turkey
Sweet-and-Spicy Roast Turkey
Go bold with a turkey that's packaged with heat-and a touch of sweetness. We dry-brined this bird with a fragrant spice rub and then roasted it with a honey-hot sauce glaze.
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Sweet-and-Spicy Roast Turkey
Sweet-Hot Plum-Glazed Ham Recipe
Learn how to make Sweet-Hot Plum-Glazed Ham. MyRecipes has 70,000+ tested recipes and videos to help you be a better cook.
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Sweet-Hot Plum-Glazed Ham Recipe
Garlic Rosemary Cornish Game Hens
Cornish game hens are a much faster way to enjoy a whole roast chicken. This recipe is great for hectic week nights when you can't be bothered.
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Garlic Rosemary Cornish Game Hens
Pineapple Glazed Ham - Gluten Free, Dairy Free
This slow cooker Pineapple Glazed Ham is AMAZING! It's the perfect main dish for the Holidays! It's also naturally gluten free and dairy free!
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Pineapple Glazed Ham - Gluten Free, Dairy Free
Honey-Bourbon-Glazed Ham Recipe
This juicy ham is brushed with a sweet, sticky glaze that is subtly spiced with fennel, coriander and star anise.
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Honey-Bourbon-Glazed Ham Recipe
Instant Pot Stuffed Turkey Tenderloin Recipe
Instant pot stuffed turkey tenderloin means you can have Thanksgiving dinner all year-round! It's made in under an hour, and SO good.
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Instant Pot Stuffed Turkey Tenderloin Recipe

Gluten-Free Side Dishes

Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

Regarding Thanksgiving, the main focus may be on the turkey, but the side dishes are just as important. There are plenty of delicious options for those who follow a gluten-free diet. Everyone at the Thanksgiving table can enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Cheesy Baked Green Beans
Get ready to indulge in the cheesiest, most delicious side dish this Thanksgiving. Say hello to our Gluten-Free Cheesy Baked Green Beans!
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Cheesy Baked Green Beans
Cheesy Bacon Cauliflower (Keto, GF, Low-Iron)
This cheesy bacon cauliflower is a surprisingly great substitute for mac n' cheese. Who knew cauliflower could be so good!
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Cheesy Bacon Cauliflower in a white baking dish
Scalloped Potatoes with Onions and Cheddar Cheese
October officially kicks off comfort food season (in my house at least), and these cheesy scalloped potatoes are a decadent way to welcome in the fall. Even if you are cooking for two, there is nothing better than having a pan of these to graze from.
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Roasted Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, and Onions
Roasted veggies are the best veggies, especially when you mix up a bunch of different veggies!
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roasted broccoli, brussels sprouts, and onions
Holiday Roasted Vegetables Will Be The Unexpected Favorite On The Table
Do yourself a favor and skip the wilted green salad.
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Holiday Roasted Vegetables Will Be The Unexpected Favorite On The Table
Easy Gluten Free Green Bean Casserole - No Canned Soup!
Gluten Free Green Bean Casserole is the only side dish you need at your holiday dinner table! Totally craveable and no canned soup.
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Easy Gluten Free Green Bean Casserole - No Canned Soup!
Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
Oh! The mighty potato! How I love thee. This mashed cauliflower recipe doesn't taste like mashed potatoes, but it's a delicious side to add to any meal.
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Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
Quick & Easy Gluten-Free Biscuits
If you're looking for a gluten-free biscuit recipe that's flaky, buttery, and downright delicious, look no further! These biscuits are quick and easy and will make your kitchen smell like a bakery. We've packed this
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Quick & Easy Gluten-Free Biscuits
Gluten Free Turkey Gravy | Ready in Less Than 10 Minutes!
Make this gluten free gravy recipe in under 10 minutes. Learn the proper technique and make gravy easily for Thanksgiving and more!
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Gluten Free Turkey Gravy | Ready in Less Than 10 Minutes!
Slow-Cooker Garlicky Mashed Potatoes Are Here To Save Thanksgiving
Save some stove space and make 'em in your Crock Pot!
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Slow-Cooker Garlicky Mashed Potatoes Are Here To Save Thanksgiving
Homemade Cranberry Sauce (Gluten-Free)
Make this easy Homemade Cranberry Sauce in minutes and it's naturally gluten-free too, sweetened with orange juice and cinnamon!
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Homemade Cranberry Sauce (Gluten-Free)
Roasted Cabbage with Chive-Mustard Vinaigrette
In this roasted cabbage recipe, cabbage wedges are roasted at a high temperature, creating an amazing texture and sweet flavor. Serve the roasted cabbage wedges drizzled with the chive-mustard vinaigrette as a side dish for roast poultry, meat or fish, or alone with crusty bread.
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Roasted Cabbage with Chive-Mustard Vinaigrette
Easy Gluten-Free Stuffing {Dairy-Free}
An easy gluten-free stuffing recipe. This classic stuffing recipe is also dairy-free. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday meal!
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Easy Gluten-Free Stuffing {Dairy-Free}
Crispy Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are so good. They're even better when they're roasted up all crispy with bacon!
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Crispy Bacon Brussels Sprouts on a Plate
Sauteed Balsamic Mushrooms (GFDF, Keto, Paleo, AIP, Whole30)
Delicious and different mushroom side dish.
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sauteed balsamic mushrooms in a pan

Gluten-Free Desserts

dairy-free keto pumpkin pie with coconut whipped cream and pumpkins on a table

Thanksgiving is a time for indulging in delicious desserts, and for those who follow a gluten-free diet, countless options are available to satisfy their sweet tooth. There is no shortage of gluten-free delights from pies to cakes during this festive season. For a classic Thanksgiving treat, a gluten-free pumpkin pie is a must.

Gluten-Free Sourdough Chocolate Chunk Cookie
These chocolate chunk cookies are not only gluten-free, but they harness the power of sourdough fermentation to produce a nutrient-rich delicious dessert! These light and fluffy cookies are sure to be a hit with anyone who is missing the "real" deal or anyone who enjoys a good cookie.
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Pumpkin Pie Pudding Recipe
Learn how to make Pumpkin Pie Pudding. MyRecipes has 70,000+ tested recipes and videos to help you be a better cook.
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Pumpkin Pie Pudding Recipe
Keto Pumpkin Spice Muffins
Super moist, super fluffy, super delicious keto pumpkin spice muffin recipe. These muffins will satisfy any pumpkin spice craving!
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One dozen keto pumpkin spice muffins stacked on a green plate.
Pumpkin Bread
This pumpkin bread recipe is keto-friendly and delicious. It's sure to satisfy even the most basic pumpkin spice cravings!
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Pumpkin Bread Loaf on Plate
Pear Tart with Walnut Crust
Fall is tart time for me, and I brought a few of my favorite autumn flavors to this dessert offering. It's made with a rich walnutty tart crust, filled with creamy golden frangipane and topped with tender slices of spiced poached pears.
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Milk Chocolate Crème Brûlée Recipe
A splash of nutty amaretto adds an extra layer of elegance to the milk chocolate in this decadently creamy dessert. If you don't own a kitchen blowtorch, simply sprinkle the chilled ramekins evenly with sugar and place on a baking sheet; broil close to heat source for 1 to 3 minutes or until sugar i…
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Milk Chocolate Crème Brûlée Recipe
Dairy-Free Keto Pumpkin Pie
Dairy free, gluten free, keto pumpkin pie with a walnut crust that really tastes like the real thing!
dairy-free keto pumpkin pie with coconut whipped cream and pumpkins on a table
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Pecan Crust
Add these pumpkin cheesecake bars to your fall baking list! Cool, creamy, and infused with real pumpkin and spice, all atop a nutty gluten-free pecan crust.
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Pecan Crust
Gluten Free Spice Poached Pears with Balsamic Berry Sauce -
Gluten Free Spice Poached Pears with Balsamic Berry Sauce are poached until tender and served with a double berry drizzle.
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Gluten Free Spice Poached Pears with Balsamic Berry Sauce -
Low-Carb Pumpkin Pie With Almond Crust
This keto pumpkin pie might as well be the real thing; it sure tastes like it!
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A slice of pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream and ready to be served on a plate.
Pumpkin Flan Recipe
Pumpkin lends a unique and mouthwatering spin to the classic custard layered dessert with a soft caramel top. This flan is convenient--it can be made in advance and kept refrigerated until ready to serve.
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Pumpkin Flan Recipe
Low-Carb Pumpkin Pie Dip
This low-carb version of pumpkin pie dip, will leave your guests satisfied this Thankgsiving day!
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Bowl of orange pumpkin pie dip garnished with pumpkin seeds and cinnamon among a plate of apple slices, celery sticks, and pecan halves.
Gluten Free Bars: Toffee Crunch Krackles Recipe - Your Gluten Free Kitchen
Great toffee flavors in easy to make gluten free bars. No candy thermometer needed! You have to try this one! Toffee Crunch Krackles 2 c
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Gluten Free Bars: Toffee Crunch Krackles Recipe - Your Gluten Free Kitchen
Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake (Keto, GF, Vegetarian, Low-Iron)
This blueberry swirl cheesecake is a great dessert for special occasions and summer get together!
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Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake Slice on a plate with fresh blueberries
Pumpkin Frozen Yogurt {GF, Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free}
One bowl 5 ingredient vegan pumpkin frozen yogurt - the perfect fall dessert. Gluten-Free & Refined Sugar Free, deliciously guilt-free and ready in 30 mins!
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Pumpkin Frozen Yogurt {GF, Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free}
Low-Carb Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake
Fancy cheesecakes are the classic holiday dessert. This chocolate hazelnut cheesecake is perfect for Christmas or New Year's Eve. It tastes like the real thing and looks stunning on every table!
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Low-Carb Chocolate Hazelnut

There you have it, a comprehensive collection of gluten-free Thanksgiving recipes.

If you have a favorite gluten-free Thanksgiving recipe that isn't on this list, I'd love to add it. Let me know about it in the comments!

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