33 Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Recipes Everyone Can Enjoy
Updated on October 03, 2025
From stuffing to gravy to seasonal pies, these delicious dishes are fit for everyone at the table.
The Best Gluten-Free Dishes for Thanksgiving
If you’re hosting friends and family this year you’re probably putting a lot of time and effort into planning the perfect Thanksgiving dinner menu. If someone at the table is avoiding gluten you may be worried about what to serve but, thankfully, you’ve got lots of fantastic options. Many classic Turkey Day dishes are naturally gluten-free and plenty more are easily adjusted with a few simple tweaks — even desserts and baked goods. Now, that’s something to be thankful for!
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Classic Gluten-Free Stuffing
Store-bought gluten-free bread combines with classic stuffing ingredients like celery and herbs for an authentic-tasting stuffing recipe that doesn't disappoint.
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Gluten-Free Gravy
In our quest for a delicious gluten-free gravy that everyone around the table would love, we tested all the starches — cornstarch, arrowroot, potato flour, you name it. Sweet rice flour was the winner — it provides the best texture, doesn't impact the gravy flavor, and reheats beautifully back to that silky sauce we all crave.
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Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast
For smaller gatherings, try roasting a juicy turkey breast instead of the whole bird. Ina's recipe, seasoned with fresh herbs, is always a winner!
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Sweet Potato Casserole
Cinnamon, nutmeg and pecans make a brilliant accompaniment to sweet potatoes — and these vitamin-packed spuds are naturally gluten-free.
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Gluten-Free Pecan Pie
Even the strictest Thanksgiving purists will love this wheat-free take on classic pecan pie. A special crust made with rice and tapioca flours saves the day by creating a light-textured pastry.
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Lemon-Maple Squash
Coat thick wedges of butternut squash with maple syrup and lemon, then roast them for a simple-yet-stunning side dish. A sprinkle of red-pepper flakes adds an extra kick!
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Gluten-Free Green Bean-Mushroom Casserole
This classic Thanksgiving casserole is usually a no-no for gluten-free diets, thanks to the flour and french-fried onions it contains — but our homemade version is completely wheat-free (and completely delicious, too!).
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Mashed Potatoes
A big bowl of warm, creamy mashed potatoes is just as important to a Thanksgiving spread as the turkey! Luckily, this classic dish is naturally gluten-free.
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Baked Apples with Rum and Cinnamon
No special flours are needed to pull off this naturally gluten-free dessert — just glaze fresh apples with a mixture of brown sugar, rum and spices. A cinnamon-stick "stem" adds a touch of whimsy and a heavenly aroma.
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Cheese-Stuffed Dates with Prosciutto
These bite-sized appetizers make an amazing gluten-free snack. Sweet dates and salty prosciutto complement each other so perfectly you won't even miss the crackers or bread.
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Gluten-Free Cornbread
Substitute this homemade gluten-free cornbread in your favorite stuffing recipe and see if your guests notice the difference (they won't!).
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Green Beans with Caramelized Onions and Almonds
Your Thanksgiving spread wouldn't feel complete without green beans. Instead of a traditional gluten-laden casserole, try this lighter take instead.
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Perfect Roast Turkey
For an extra-juicy bird, Ina stuffs the breasts with homemade compound butter flavored with fresh thyme and lemon zest.
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Acorn Squash Soup
Hearty acorn squash soup, perfect for chilly autumn evenings, is enriched with cream and Parmesan cheese.
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Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, Parsnips and Brussels Sprouts
Giada De Laurentiis coaxes the sweetness out of hearty root vegetables by roasting them with classic Italian seasonings. For the best results, she actually prefers to use dried herbs in this dish.
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Gluten-Free Pear and Almond Cake
This gluten- and dairy-free dessert is a snap to put together. Almond meal and pureed pears give the cake a frangipane-like texture. Vanilla, maple syrup and coconut oil add to the irresistible fall flavor.
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts
This super-simple side of roasted sprouts is always welcome at any feast. Just cut the veggies in half, season well, and let them caramelize in the oven.
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins
Made with pumpkin puree and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger, these delicate muffins are meant to remind you of classic pumpkin pie.
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Goat Cheese with Fresh Dill
For an easy, make-ahead appetizer that everyone loves, roll logs of chevre in chopped herbs. Serve with gluten-free crackers for a great pre-dinner snack.
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Ina's Sauteed Carrots
Ina finishes her simple cooked carrots with a knob of butter and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
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Gluten-Free Gravy
When making gravy, those abstaining from gluten must come up with creative substitutions. But, as our Food Network chefs can attest, there are many easy ways to achieve flour-free thickening, including arrowroot or cornstarch, pureed vegetables or rice — or a spoonful of mashed potatoes (genius!).
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Roasted Acorn Squash and Portobello Mushroom Salad
Bitter greens and tart apples balance the sweetness of roasted acorn squash. Served with meaty mushrooms and a sprinkling of crunchy pumpkin seeds, this gluten-free salad also doubles as a vegetarian main.
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Gluten-Free Apple Pie
A flaky butter and cream cheese dough is the perfect foundation for a sweet mixture of sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
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Roasted Potato Leek Soup
In this elegant appetizer, Ina Garten adds depth to the veggies by roasting them before pureeing. Creme fraiche contributes a pleasant tang, while crisp-fried shallots add texture.
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Alton's Good Eats Roast Turkey
What more can we possibly say about this top-rated turkey? Whether or not you have a gluten-free diet, this is the only recipe you'll need for a perfect Thanksgiving showpiece.
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Gluten-Free Pear-Cranberry Crumb Cake
A streusel topping of coconut sugar, chocolate and pecans adds crunch to the tender cake studded with fresh cranberries and pears.
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Gluten-Free Buttermilk Biscuits
Put that cast iron skillet to good use by whipping up a batch of flaky buttermilk biscuits for breakfast, lunch, dinner...or any time at all.
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Grandma Moore's Creamed Corn
Simplicity is the name of the game in this delicious two-ingredient dish — yet the flavors that result are decidedly complex.
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Spice-Roasted Cauliflower and Jerusalem Artichokes
This combo of spiced cauliflower and Jerusalem artichokes might feel unexpected as part of a Thanksgiving spread, but its golden flavors and hearty texture will make it a yearly staple.
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Gluten-Free Pecan Pie Bundt Cake
Can't decide between a cake and a pie this holiday? Have both in this sweet seasonal dessert that's also completely gluten-free!
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Spaghetti Squash with Feta
Wow your gluten-free guests with a dish of hearty "noodles" that are naturally wheat-free. Spaghetti squash's sweet autumnal flavor is perfectly punctuated by the briny cheese topping.
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Cream Puffs
Bid farewell to the heavy, leaden gluten-free desserts of holidays past with these seasonal cream puffs. They're as light and airy as classic pate a choux pastries but without a speck of wheat!
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Gluten-Free Pie Dough
By mixing potato starch with a combination of alternative-grain flours, you can easily make a light, golden, gluten-free pie crust. Substitute it in your favorite pumpkin-pie recipe with fantastic results.
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