These are more than 10 of the best gluten-free Thanksgiving side dishes, including sweet potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, rolls, and more!

Instant pot mashed potatoes, brussel sprouts, cornbread muffins, and stuffed mushrooms around text saying "10+ thanksgiving sides that are gluten-free"

Ever feel like you’re missing out on all the delicious Thanksgiving sides when you’re gluten and/or dairy-free? Like, you can’t really enjoy them with everyone else? Though it may feel difficult at first, it doesn’t have to be that way! There are so many options to enjoy on Thanksgiving!

Tips & Tricks for Making Gluten-Free Desserts on Thanksgiving

  • Stock up on the right ingredients. I like to cook with a variety of vegetables, flavors and ingredients, but make sure you have the right ingredients for the recipes you choose!
  • Get your go-to recipes. It’s always best to have solid go-tos for your favorite gluten-free holiday sides! Here are more than 10 ideas to try…
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Apple cranberry sauce in a bowl topped with orange zest.

Apple Cranberry Sauce

4.75 from 8 reviews
This apple cranberry sauce is made with fresh ingredients and contains no refined white sugar. It's sweet, tart, and so simple to make.
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2
Bowl of butternut squash stelline pasta with a spoon.

Butternut Squash Stelline Pasta (Gluten Free)

5 from 1 review
This butternut squash stelline is a creamy butternut pasta, that's almost like a risotto! It's the perfect fall dish that's gluten-free and easy to make dairy free.
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3
Candied sweet potatoes in a bowl topped with salt.

Candied Japanese Sweet Potatoes

These candied Japanese sweet potatoes are the perfect healthy snack! They’re simply made in a pan and are made gluten-free, dairy-free and without white sugar.
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4
Baking dish of brussels sprouts gratin.

Brussels Sprouts Gratin {Paleo, Dairy-free}

5 from 1 review
This Brussels Sprouts Gratin is a paleo and dairy-free take on this holiday classic! It's made with a dairy-free cheese sauce, and a crispy gluten-free topping.
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5
Paleo Thanksgiving cornbread stuffing in a baking dish.

Paleo Thankgiving Cornbread Stuffing (AIP & Grain Free)

5 from 3 reviews
This paleo “corn”bread stuffing is the real deal!
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A baking dish filled with gluten free stuffing after baking.

The Best Gluten Free Stuffing

This gluten-free stuffing is simply the best! It’s made with gluten-free sourdough bread and all of the traditional stuffing ingredients that you know and love.
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7
Green beans topped with bacon and toasted almonds on a platter.

Green Beans with Bacon And Toasted Almonds

These green beans with bacon and toasted almonds are light, flavorful, and easy to make for a delicious side dish. They're dairy-free, gluten-free and paleo.
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8
Green bean casserole and fried onions in a casserole dish with a spoon dipping in.

Gluten Free Green Bean Casserole

5 from 3 reviews
This gluten-free green bean casserole is the real deal! It’s made with homemade cream of mushroom soup and French-fried onions and is free of grains and dairy!
 
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9
Dish of mashed white sweet potato.

Instant Pot Mashed White Sweet Potato

5 from 2 reviews
These instant pot mashed white sweet potatoes are the closest thing to regular mashed potatoes that I've ever tried! They're nightshade-free and easy to make.
 
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10
Stack of cornbread muffins, one of which is missing a bite.

Grain-Free Cornbread Muffins (Paleo, AIP)

4.50 from 4 reviews
These grain-free muffins will make you feel like you're eating cornbread without the corn! They're gluten-free, paleo, and AIP-friendly.
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11
Garlic and herb dinner rolls on a wire rack with thyme in the background.

AIP Garlic & Herb Dinner Rolls

5 from 12 reviews
These AIP garlic & herb bread rolls are the perfect companion to a Sunday dinner or holiday! This recipe is grain-free, egg-free, and fully AIP-compliant.
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A white bowl filled with AIP mac and cheese.

AIP Mac and Cheese

4.84 from 12 reviews
This mac and cheese is a vegan, paleo, and AIP-friendly version that tastes just like the real deal! It’s made with grain-free pasta and a dairy-free cheese sauce.
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13
A speckled plate covered in bacon date & apple brussel sprout skillet.

Bacon, Date & Apple Brussels Sprout Skillet

4.75 from 4 reviews
This Bacon, Date & Apple Brussels Sprout Skillet is the ultimate holiday side dish! It’s sweet, savory, easy to make, and is paleo, AIP, and whole30.
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Goat cheese mac and cheese in a casserole dish with a spoon dipping in.

Goat Cheese Mac & Cheese

5 from 2 reviews
This goat cheese mac and cheese is the perfect creamy and decadent dish! This version is gluten-free and made with only goat cheese.
 
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15
Stuffed mushrooms on a platter with a bite taken out of one.

Gluten and Dairy Free Stuffed Mushrooms

5 from 2 reviews
These gluten and dairy-free stuffed mushrooms make the perfect appetizer or side dish for gatherings or the holidays! They're completely plant-based and so simple to make!
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16
Pumpkin mac and cheese in a bowl.

Dairy Free Pumpkin Mac & Cheese

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17
Slow cooker apple sauce topped with a cinnamon stick.

Slow Cooker Applesauce

5 from 2 reviews
This slow cooker applesauce is easy to make, and much more flavorful than store-bought! It’s so simple to make and you only need 6 ingredients!
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18

Paleo Sausage Balls (Gluten & Dairy Free)

5 from 6 reviews
These paleo sausage balls are the perfect holiday appetizer! They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and still taste like the classic made with bisquick!
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Bowl of roasted acorn squash soup with sage leaves.

The Best Roasted Acorn Squash Soup

5 from 1 review
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