Easy Thanksgiving Ingredient Swaps

Thanksgiving is a time for connection, family and abundance, but it doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your wellness journey to enjoy the celebration. By choosing whole, nutrient-dense ingredients, you can elevate classic Thanksgiving dishes with a few strategic ingredient substitutions. Try these easy swaps in traditional recipes to enjoy a fulfilling and flavorful Thanksgiving feast.

Coconut Milk for Heavy Cream
Sub coconut milk for heavy cream in creamy butternut squash soup.

Whole-Grain Bread for White Bread
Use whole-grain bread in your stuffing recipe instead of white bread.

Cauliflower for Potatoes
Try mashing cooked cauliflower instead of potatoes for mashed potatoes or make cauliflower rice as a side.

Lemon for Salt
Squeeze a little bit of lemon or lime to bring out flavor without adding salt.

Egg Whites for a Whole Egg
Two egg whites can be substituted for one whole egg in many baking recipes.

Greek Yogurt for Sour Cream
For dips, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

Skim Milk for Whole Milk
Turn to skim or 1% milk instead of whole milk for mashed potatoes and sides.

Applesauce for Oil
For many cakes or baked goods, sub unsweetened applesauce for vegetable oil in a 1:1 ratio.

Cacao Nibs for Chocolate Chips
Try cacao nibs instead of traditional chocolate chips in baking recipes.