It may be called Turkey Day, but that doesn’t mean the bird has to be the only star of the show. We’d argue that side dishes are the best part of the feast, but for anyone not eating dairy, it can be tricky to navigate a menu that’s usually loaded with butter, cream and cheese. That’s where we come in: Here are 35 dairy-free Thanksgiving sides everyone at the table will love.
If you ask us, it’s just not a holiday without a robust crudités spread.
There’s zero refined sugar—just maple syrup, tangerine and cinnamon.
This pesto gets its cheesiness from nutritional yeast.
Caution: You might start dipping everything in this spicy, lemony green sauce.
We like drizzling thick slices of this soft, moist loaf with honey.
A creamy dressing sans actual cream? You better believe it.
Yes, you read that correctly—dairy-free mac and cheese.
Plant-based yogurt helps the dressing feel indulgent.
Transform store-bought mayonnaise into homemade aioli.
This squash fondue is just as dippable as the real thing.
Looking for a simple yet elegant side dish with a ton of flavor? Ta-da.
The pine nut topping brings crunch to every bite.
Bring the heat (just don't forget to warn Aunt Sandy).
The flavors are classic, but the preparation is not.
A crisp salad is just the thing to brighten the table.
This vegetarian version of the beloved finger food will blow your mind.
The recipe calls for a whole sugar pumpkin *and* an entire head of roasted garlic.
They're gluten-free, dairy-free and low-carb.