Diabetic-Friendly, Traditional Thanksgiving Menu

Start off the meal right with a healthy appetizer recipe. Thanksgiving is known to be a heavy meal and that's why you won't want to fill up on too many appetizers beforehand. Try starting off with a light appetizer recipe so that you have room for all of the yummy and diabetic-friendly, traditional Thanksgiving menu recipes on this list. 

Potatoes and stuffing don't have to eat up all of your carbs during an easy Thanksgiving dinner. With these easy and healthy recipes, you won't have to compromise. From savory stuffing that's made with mushrooms to hearty potato side dishes, there's a recipe in this collection to make your diabetic-friendly Thanksgiving a great one! 

For some guests, Thanksgiving side dish recipes are the most important part of the meal. Our take on different side dish recipes means lightened down versions of classics; and while these may be lighter, they're just as tasty and full of flavor. That means that you don't have to compromise your favorites to eat a diabetic-friendly, traditional Thanksgiving menu. 

These easy and tasty Thanksgiving potluck recipes make the perfect bringalongs! From green bean casseroles to mashed potato sides, whipping up one of these recipes will surely earn you many "thanks!" Guests won't be able to resist digging into these when you bring them out to the table 'cause they'll be steamin' with the fresh smell of Thanksgiving.

We've got plenty of diabetic-friendly ways to add a drizzle of gravy and a side of cranberry sauce to your diabetic-friendly, traditional Thanksgiving menu. Our homemade cranberry sauce recipes are made with fresh berries to cut down on the extra sugar and carbs. There are plenty of ways to add something extra to your plate without compromising on flavor!

Thanksgiving main dishes do not have to be such a hassle! Our collection of diabtetic-friendly, traditional Thanksgiving menu main dishes includes some of your favorites. Turkey can be roasted and full of juicy flavor without all of the unnecessary extra carbs. Turkey cutlets stuffed and covered in gravy are just some of the tasty options! 

Since everyone has different tastes when it comes to making an easy Thanksgiving dinner, it's always a good idea to have a variety of dessert recipes on-hand. Whether you're in the mood for a pear treat or a traditional pecan pie, there's something here for everyone. We've got plenty of diabetic-friendly, traditional Thanksgiving menu desserts for you! 

After the hearty Thanksgiving meal, you may wonder if you can include a special dessert into your diabetic-friendly, traditional Thanksgiving dinner menu. There's no compromising here 'cause we've included plenty of pumpkin dessert options in this list. Go ahead, treat yourself to that slice of pie that you left room for, the easy recipe is right here!