Best thanksgiving recipes

Our 40 highest-rated thanksgiving recipes, updated for 2026

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Turkey Meatballs
#1

Turkey Meatballs

Tender and flavorful lean turkey meatballs seasoned with garlic, herbs and Parmesan cheese. They are...

35 min · 290 cal · 34g protein · Italian

Ground Turkey and Black Bean Power Bowl
#2

Ground Turkey and Black Bean Power Bowl

This hearty power bowl combines seasoned ground turkey with fiber-rich black beans and fresh topping...

25 min · 480 cal · 42g protein · Mexican-American

Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers with Quinoa
#3

Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers with Quinoa

Colorful bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground turkey, protein-rich quinoa, and di...

55 min · 420 cal · 38g protein · American

Spicy Turkey and Egg Scramble Skillet
#4

Spicy Turkey and Egg Scramble Skillet

This bold and satisfying skillet combines ground turkey with whole eggs and spicy seasonings for a p...

20 min · 510 cal · 46g protein · American

Ground Turkey Lentil Soup
#5

Ground Turkey Lentil Soup

This thick and nourishing soup pairs lean ground turkey with protein-rich red lentils and warming sp...

45 min · 390 cal · 36g protein · Mediterranean

Turkey Meatballs with Cottage Cheese Marinara
#6

Turkey Meatballs with Cottage Cheese Marinara

These juicy ground turkey meatballs are served over a creamy blended cottage cheese marinara sauce t...

40 min · 460 cal · 44g protein · Italian-American

Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
#7

Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps

These crisp and refreshing lettuce wraps are filled with boldly seasoned ground turkey and topped wi...

20 min · 340 cal · 34g protein · Mexican-American

Turkey and Chickpea Curry
#8

Turkey and Chickpea Curry

This warming and aromatic curry combines ground turkey with hearty chickpeas in a rich tomato-based ...

35 min · 450 cal · 41g protein · South Asian-Inspired

Ground Turkey Protein Chili
#9

Ground Turkey Protein Chili

This thick and bold chili uses ground turkey alongside kidney beans and chili spices for a deeply sa...

40 min · 410 cal · 38g protein · American

Turkey and Greek Yogurt Meatloaf
#10

Turkey and Greek Yogurt Meatloaf

This modern take on classic meatloaf uses ground turkey and Greek yogurt to create a moist and tende...

70 min · 380 cal · 35g protein · American

Ground Turkey Stir Fry with Edamame
#11

Ground Turkey Stir Fry with Edamame

This fast and vibrant stir fry pairs ground turkey with protein-rich edamame and a savory ginger soy...

22 min · 420 cal · 43g protein · Asian-Inspired

Greek Yogurt Egg White Omelette with Turkey and Spinach
#12

Greek Yogurt Egg White Omelette with Turkey and Spinach

This lean omelette uses whipped egg whites and a dollop of Greek yogurt inside to create an incredib...

18 min · 290 cal · 40g protein · Mediterranean

Greek Yogurt Stuffed Turkey Meatballs
#13

Greek Yogurt Stuffed Turkey Meatballs

These juicy turkey meatballs use Greek yogurt as a moisture locked binder delivering extra protein a...

35 min · 350 cal · 38g protein · Italian American

Turkey Lettuce Wrap Tacos
#14

Turkey Lettuce Wrap Tacos

Seasoned ground turkey is cooked with tomatoes and warming spices then served in crisp butter lettuc...

25 min · 280 cal · 30g protein · Mexican-Inspired

Spicy Thai Basil Ground Turkey
#15

Spicy Thai Basil Ground Turkey

This spicy Thai basil ground turkey dish is a bold and aromatic dairy free dinner inspired by the cl...

20 min · 390 cal · 30g protein · Thai

Turkey and Apple Lettuce Wraps
#16

Turkey and Apple Lettuce Wraps

Crisp butter lettuce leaves are filled with lean ground turkey and sweet diced apple for a refreshin...

22 min · 260 cal · 24g protein · Asian-Inspired

Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Bell Peppers
#17

Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Bell Peppers

These colorful bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, a...

43 min · 310 cal · 32g protein · American

Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Bell Peppers
#18

Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Bell Peppers

These colorful stuffed bell peppers are filled with seasoned ground turkey, fresh spinach, and cooke...

55 min · 355 cal · 28g protein · American

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal
#19

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

This overnight slow cooker pumpkin oatmeal is ready and waiting for you every morning with the warm ...

485 min · 280 cal · 8g protein · American

Smoked Whole Turkey
#20

Smoked Whole Turkey

This smoked whole turkey is brined overnight for maximum juiciness and then slow smoked over maple w...

330 min · 390 cal · 52g protein · American

Spicy Ground Turkey Taco Bowl
#21

Spicy Ground Turkey Taco Bowl

This spicy ground turkey taco bowl brings all the bold flavors of taco night into a convenient meal ...

30 min · 490 cal · 35g protein · Mexican

Turkey and Black Bean Chili
#22

Turkey and Black Bean Chili

This lean turkey and black bean chili is bold, smoky, and incredibly satisfying without being heavy....

60 min · 310 cal · 28g protein · American

Mini Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
#23

Mini Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

These tender mini turkey meatballs are simmered in a robust homemade tomato sauce and frozen in sauc...

55 min · 290 cal · 26g protein · Italian

Honey Butter Cornbread Stuffing
#24

Honey Butter Cornbread Stuffing

This Southern-inspired stuffing uses crumbled cornbread as its base and is loaded with celery, onion...

70 min · 285 cal · 6g protein · Southern American

Cranberry Orange Wild Rice Pilaf
#25

Cranberry Orange Wild Rice Pilaf

This elegant wild rice pilaf is studded with tart dried cranberries and brightened with fresh orange...

60 min · 195 cal · 5g protein · American

Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels
#26

Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels

These colorful pinwheels are filled with sliced turkey deli meat, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar...

10 min · 340 cal · 18g protein · American

Mini Turkey and Veggie Meatballs
#27

Mini Turkey and Veggie Meatballs

These tender mini turkey meatballs are packed with hidden vegetables making them a sneaky and nutrit...

35 min · 210 cal · 18g protein · American

Turkey and Veggie Mini Meatballs
#28

Turkey and Veggie Mini Meatballs

These bite sized turkey meatballs are loaded with hidden vegetables and baked in the oven so they do...

35 min · 280 cal · 26g protein · American

Mini Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels
#29

Mini Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels

These fun mini pinwheels are rolled with turkey, cheese, and a touch of cream cheese for a creamy bi...

10 min · 280 cal · 18g protein · American

Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups
#30

Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups

Thin slices of deli turkey wrapped around sharp cheddar cheese and crisp lettuce create a satisfying...

5 min · 195 cal · 24g protein · American

Classic Pumpkin Soup
#31

Classic Pumpkin Soup

This velvety pumpkin soup is warming and deeply flavorful with a hint of nutmeg and cream. It is the...

35 min · 210 cal · 4g protein · American

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes
#32

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

These fluffy pumpkin spice pancakes are loaded with warm autumn spices and real pumpkin puree. They ...

25 min · 320 cal · 8g protein · American

Pumpkin and Black Bean Chili
#33

Pumpkin and Black Bean Chili

This hearty pumpkin and black bean chili combines smoky spices with the natural sweetness of pumpkin...

50 min · 285 cal · 14g protein · American

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
#34

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

These creamy pumpkin cheesecake bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a luscious s...

60 min · 290 cal · 5g protein · American

Pumpkin Risotto
#35

Pumpkin Risotto

This elegant pumpkin risotto is slow-cooked with arborio rice and finished with parmesan for an incr...

45 min · 410 cal · 12g protein · Italian

Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts
#36

Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts

This moist and tender pumpkin bread is packed with warm spices and studded with crunchy toasted waln...

80 min · 265 cal · 5g protein · American

Pumpkin Curry
#37

Pumpkin Curry

This vibrant pumpkin curry is simmered in a fragrant coconut milk base with bold spices for a deeply...

35 min · 320 cal · 6g protein · Indian

Pumpkin Hummus
#38

Pumpkin Hummus

This silky pumpkin hummus is a seasonal twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip, blending chickpeas ...

10 min · 130 cal · 5g protein · Middle Eastern

Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
#39

Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

This velvety pumpkin pasta sauce is made with sage-infused butter and parmesan for a luxuriously cre...

25 min · 480 cal · 16g protein · Italian

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
#40

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

These perfectly crispy roasted pumpkin seeds are seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic for an addi...

30 min · 175 cal · 9g protein · American

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