Description
This Best Lectin-Free Thanksgiving Recipes guide features healthy, gut-friendly alternatives for a classic holiday feast. From herb-roasted turkey to grain-free stuffing and lectin-free desserts, this menu has everything you need for a delicious, inflammation-free Thanksgiving!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Herb-Roasted Turkey:
- 1 whole pasture-raised turkey (10–12 lbs)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 cup vegetable or bone broth
For the Mashed Cauliflower:
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup coconut milk
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Grain-Free Pecan Pie:
- For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- 2 tbsp coconut flour
- ¼ cup coconut oil or grass-fed ghee, melted
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Instructions
For the Turkey:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pat turkey dry and rub with olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon halves for added moisture and flavor.
- Place in a roasting pan and pour broth into the pan to keep it moist.
- Roast for 2 ½ to 3 hours, basting occasionally.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before carving.
For the Mashed Cauliflower:
- Steam or boil cauliflower until very tender (about 10 minutes).
- Sauté garlic in olive oil for 1 minute.
- Blend cauliflower, garlic, coconut milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle with extra olive oil before serving.
For the Pecan Pie:
- Mix crust ingredients and press into a pie pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside.
- Heat coconut sugar, maple syrup, coconut milk, and salt in a saucepan until thickened.
- Stir in pecans and vanilla, then pour over the crust.
- Bake for another 15-20 minutes, then let cool before slicing.
Notes
✔️ Make Ahead: Most dishes can be prepped the day before for a stress-free Thanksgiving.
✔️ Substitutions: Use cassava or almond flour for baking instead of wheat flour.
✔️ Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: Varies by recipe
- Cook Time: Varies by recipe
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking & Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Best Lectin-Free Thanksgiving Recipes