If you're planning a low FODMAP Thanksgiving menu, you don't have to miss out on your favorite dishes. This roundup includes a variety of recipes inspired by classic holiday favorites made easier on the gut.
Below, you'll find more than 30 recipes inspired by classic Thanksgiving favorites—from savory sides and hearty mains to festive breakfasts and sweet treats. Each recipe is designed with flavor and balance in mind, with many offering options for Whole30, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, low carb, and more. Whether you're hosting or bringing a dish to share, these low FODMAP Thanksgiving recipes make it easy to enjoy a stress-free, flavorful holiday meal.
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Low FODMAP Thanksgiving Sides
Starting our list with what many consider the best part of the holiday meal—the sides! These low FODMAP Thanksgiving side dishes are full of flavor and comfort while mitigating digestive stress. From classic mashed potatoes and stuffing to seasonal vegetable sides, you'll find plenty of options to round out your meal while keeping it gentle on your gut.
Sourdough Stuffing (Dressing)
My all-time favorite Thanksgiving side dish, this stuffing (dressing) made with sourdough bread, veggies and seasonings allows you to enjoy a classic Thanksgiving side without the tummy troubles. Low FODMAP and lactose-free but not gluten-free or wheat-free.
Air Fryer Root Vegetables
This root vegetables recipe made in the air fryer turns out an easy and deliciously-crisp side dish that goes beyond ordinary potatoes.
Instant Pot Glazed Carrots
A favorite Thanksgiving side made easier in the Instant Pot, these glazed carrots are sinfully flavorful yet surprisingly free of refined sugar.
Instant Pot "Garlic" Mashed Potatoes (Low FODMAP Option)
If you're looking for a classic Thanksgiving side with a modern twist, look no further than the low FODMAP option of these Instant Pot "garlic" mashed potatoes! Using garlic-infused olive oil instead of garlic, these mashed potatoes are so flavorful - gravy is totally optional!
Creamy Mashed Hearts of Palm "Fauxtatoes"
These low FODMAP, low carb fauxtatoes made with hearts of palm are a creamy, flavorful alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Gentle on digestion and blood sugar, they're perfect under turkey, turkey meatballs, or any of your favorite holiday mains.
Quick Gravy
This quick gravy recipe can be made with or without meat drippings (but is most delicious with) and is a mouthwatering topping to Thanksgiving mashed potatoes (or fauxtatoes).
Air Fryer Red Potatoes
An alternative to mashed potatoes with fewer calories, these air fried red potatoes are a quick and tasty side dish for Thanksgiving or any time of year!
Skillet Cornbread
This cornbread is a surprisingly quick and delicious low FODMAP bread perfect for your Thanksgiving or everyday dinner table! It's also gluten-free.
Air Fryer Broccoli (Fresh or Frozen)
This air fryer broccoli is a quick, easy and versatile side dish that pairs well with so many main dishes!
Mashed Kabocha Squash
Naturally sweet with no added sugar, this mashed kabocha squash is an easy low carb side perfect for Thanksgiving or fall dinners.
Instant Pot Green Beans Almondine
This Instant Pot Green Beans Almondine is a quick, elegant side dish ready in just 15 minutes. Featuring tender green beans, buttery toasted almonds, and a hint of lemon and garlic flavor, it's tasty alongside a wide variety of main dishes.
Meals and Mains
If you're craving something a little different this year, these low FODMAP Thanksgiving meals and mains are a delicious change of pace. From cozy ham to simple one-pot dinners, they're big on flavor, light on effort, and perfect for when you want all the Thanksgiving comfort without the turkey overload.
Easy Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Glazed Ham
Choose ham for your main entrée this Thanksgiving! Tender and juicy, this ham recipe made in the slow cooker is just as delicious on Thanksgiving as it is on Easter, but so much simpler!
Instant Pot Whole Chicken One-Pot Meal
Sure, there's Thanksgiving turkey - but have you ever considered chicken on Thanksgiving…? This recipe offers an entire low FODMAP chicken dinner made in one pot with the Instant Pot, offering a similar effect to Thanksgiving turkey but much less time consuming and requiring far fewer dishes.
Instant Pot Turkey Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Bring some of the comforting flavors of Thanksgiving dinner to your table in a simpler way by making these Turkey Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy all in one pot with the Instant Pot!
Appetizers
Kick off your holiday feast with these low FODMAP appetizers! From savory dips to easy finger foods, they're perfect for entertaining and keeping your guests happy while staying IBS-friendly.
Easy Shrimp Cocktail with Homemade Cocktail Sauce
A festive, easy-to-make shrimp cocktail perfect for Thanksgiving entertaining. The tangy homemade sauce is quick to prepare, and the shrimp cook in minutes on the stovetop or Instant Pot. Easy low FODMAP options.
Easy Curry Dip
Bright and flavorful, this zesty curried dip comes together in minutes and is a vibrant addition to any holiday appetizer spread.
Green Onion Dip
An onion dip, for Low FODMAP?! It's true! This creamy dip uses low FODMAP green onion tops to make onion dip possible for IBS-friendly entertaining.
Chunky Instant Pot Salsa
This chunky salsa made flavorful and delicious in the Instant Pot makes a bright and zesty Thanksgiving appetizer. Serve it with chips for an easy, crowd-pleasing starter.
Easy Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip
This creamy, cheesy baked spinach artichoke dip is ready in just 40 minutes and makes a warm, comforting party appetizer. Serve with low FODMAP-friendly chips, crackers, or veggies.
Easy Veggie Dip
This easy, 3-minute low FODMAP veggie dip is perfect for Thanksgiving appetizers or holiday snacking. Serve with fresh veggies or chips for a quick, crowd-pleasing starter.
Breakfast and Brunch Recipes
Start your Thanksgiving morning off right with these low FODMAP breakfast and brunch recipes. From hearty savory dishes to a cozy pumpkin protein smoothie, these make-ahead-friendly ideas are perfect for fueling a busy day of cooking—or for a relaxed long weekend breakfast.
Homemade Breakfast Sausage
These 20-minute homemade breakfast sausage patties cooked in the air fryer or on the stovetop make a quick and hearty low FODMAP breakfast side dish.
Breakfast Poutine
This breakfast poutine is a crowd-pleasing, French Canadian-inspired breakfast dish featuring a hash of roasted potatoes, bacon, eggs, and scallions coated in a rich, creamy hollandaise sauce.
Quiche with Hash Brown Potato Crust
This hash brown crusted quiche with ham, broccoli, and mushrooms is a delicious, show-stopping dish for your holiday or weekend breakfast or brunch table.
Desserts and Treats
I'm not usually a huge dessert person, but these low FODMAP Thanksgiving desserts and treats are perfect when a little sweetness is in order.
Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie (Low FODMAP Option)
This pumpkin spice protein smoothie blends creamy, protein-rich goodness with the cozy flavors of fall, making it the perfect low carb breakfast or snack with low FODMAP options.
Easy Pumpkin Bread
This pumpkin bread makes a great fall and Thanksgiving appetizer, snack, or dessert. Use this recipe to make a standard-sized loaf or mini-loaves to give as holiday gifts!
Thanksgiving Season Recipes
These pumpkin-forward recipes aren't necessarily for your Thanksgiving table, but they're perfect for enjoying throughout the holiday season. From cozy breakfasts to seasonal treats, these dishes celebrate all the flavors of fall while keeping your meals flavorful and gut-friendly.
Sausage and Fall Vegetables
This sausage and fall vegetables recipe makes an easy weeknight dinner using a sheet pan in the oven or one of my favorite kitchen gadgets: the air fryer.
Double Pumpkin Chili (Instant Pot / Slow Cooker)
Recipes don't get much more pumpkin-forward than this delectable double pumpkin chili for the Instant Pot or slow cooker, made with two different types of pumpkin!
Pumpkin Soup with Bacon (Instant Pot / Slow Cooker)
This mouthwatering pumpkin soup with bacon takes the hassle out of pumpkin soup making and can be on your lunch or dinner table in 30 minutes when made in the Instant Pot (slow cooker instructions also included!).
Shepherd's Pie with Turkey and Squash
Boasting a Japanese pumpkin (kabocha squash) topping and turkey filling, this sweet and savory fall-inspired twist on shepherd's pie is lower in carbs than the traditional classic dish as well as very pumpkin-season friendly.
Holiday Cooking Essentials
These low FODMAP must-haves make holiday cooking a breeze! From flavorful broths to aromatic seasoning blends, they're perfect for rounding out your Thanksgiving menu while keeping your meal gentle on the gut.
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix Recipe
This homemade pumpkin pie spice blend is quick to put together, and calls for spices you probably already have on your spice rack!
Poultry Seasoning
Although store-bought poultry seasoning mixes can be low FODMAP, it only takes 5 minutes to make your own homemade poultry seasoning. It's great to have on hand to easily add herbaceous flavor to Thanksgiving turkey, stuffing, gravy, and more!
Chicken Bone Broth (Instant Pot / Slow Cooker)
This chicken bone broth made in the Instant Pot or slow cooker can come in super handy when making Thanksgiving gravy or fall-inspired soups.
Homemade Vegetable Broth (Instant Pot / Slow Cooker)
Make your own low FODMAP, onion-free vegetable broth for the holidays with this easy Instant Pot or slow cooker recipe. Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables and budget-friendly ingredients, it's perfect as a base for Thanksgiving soups, gravies, and stews.
Wrap Up Your Low FODMAP Thanksgiving
With over 30 Low FODMAP Thanksgiving recipes, your holiday table can be full of flavor, variety, and gut-friendly options. From savory sides and hearty mains to festive breakfasts and sweet treats, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Be sure to explore these recipes, share them with friends and family, and make this Thanksgiving both delicious and gentle on the digestive system!
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