3 Healthy Thanksgiving-Style Dishes

As Thanksgiving nears, thoughts of turkey, dressing, and cranberry sauce come to mind. As delicious as it sounds it can also verge on the unhealthy side. This Thanksgiving, be mindful of your dishes and prepare a healthy spread instead - the same incredible flavor with added nutrients. Listed below are three healthy options to add to your Thanksgiving feast.

Broccoli and Brussels Sprouts Slaw

Ingredients

• 1 small head or 1/2 of a large head of broccoli

• 6 oz. brussels sprouts, trimmed, thinly sliced lengthwise

• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more

• 2 oil-packed anchovy fillets (optional)

• 1/2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

• Freshly ground black pepper

• 1/2 cup Castelvetrano olives, pitted

• 1/4 cup unsalted roasted almonds, chopped

Directions

• Trim broccoli stalk and peel. Halve head lengthwise. Starting at the crown, thinly slice both halves, including the stalk (Or broccoli and sprouts can be put into a food processor).

• Combine broccoli and brussels sprouts in a large bowl and toss with 1/2 tsp. salt. Let sit 10 minutes to soften slightly.

• Meanwhile, chop anchovies, if using, then mash to a paste with the side of a chef's knife.

• Combine anchovies, grated Parmesan, oil, and lemon juice in a small bowl

• Season with salt and pepper.

• Drizzle over slaw; toss to coat.

• Serve topped with olives, almonds, and shaved Parmesan.

Green Bean Salad

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans

• 2 tablespoons finely minced shallots

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 1/8 teaspoon Kosher salt

• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes

• 1/3 cup chopped, toasted walnuts

• 1/4 cup crumbled feta

Directions

• Fill a large pot with salted water.

• Bring water to a boil and add green beans.

• Cook green beans in boiling water until crisp-tender (about 3 minutes).

• Transfer beans to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking

• Drain and let cool.

• Cut beans in half crosswise and set aside.

• In a small bowl, combine shallots, garlic, Dijon, vinegar, salt, and pepper.

• Slowly whisk in olive oil.

• Set vinaigrette aside.

• In a large bowl, combine green beans with tomatoes and walnuts.

• Crumble over cheese and serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.

Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients

• 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries rinsed and drained

• 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey

• 1/4 cup orange juice

• 1/8 tsp vanilla extract optional

• 1/8 tsp cinnamon optional

Directions

• Go through cranberries and discard any squishy ones.

• Add cranberries, maple syrup and orange juice to a small pot.

• Bring to a boil covered, reduce heat to medium and cook for 6 minutes.

• Remove lid, add cinnamon and vanilla (optional)

• stir and cook for 3 more minutes/until cranberry sauce has thickened.

• Serve hot or cold with turkey and mashed potatoes.