These Weight Watchers Thanksgiving Sides are at the top of our list of things to be thankful for this year! Round out your Thanksgiving dinner with our low-point healthy holiday recipes so you can enjoy this food-forward holiday with peace of mind.
These recipes take a healthful twist on Thanksgiving classics so you don’t have to miss out or compromise your health goals. Be sure to check out our Weight Watchers dessert recipes for after-dinner goodness!
1. Weight Watchers Cornbread Stuffing
This 3-Point cornbread stuffing is so easy to make and it’s bursting with classic Thanksgiving flavors, thanks to sage, rosemary, and thyme. Celery and onions lend some depth of flavor. The cornmeal is naturally sweetened to keep points low and the flavor on point. Nobody will know this is a Weight Watchers recipe—guaranteed to be one of the first dishes to disappear off your table.
2. Weight Watchers Sweet Potato Souffle
Weight Watchers-style sweet potato souffle is only 3 points per serving. The sweet potato filling is perfectly silky and rich. The sweet and crunchy brown sugar streusel topping with pecan pieces takes this side dish to another level. This side pairs perfectly with other Thanksgiving classics and takes only an hour to make.
3. Slow Cooker Candied Carrots
These 2-Point Slow Cooker Candied Carrots are a breeze to make, and the whole family will love them! These carrots boast flavors of maple, brown sugar, and orange zest. You can also add a dash of cayenne to give it a sweet and spicy flavor. The ingredients are so simple and you can easily customize the flavors. Just set it in the slow cooker and move on to the next dish!
4. Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole
Green bean casserole is the quintessential Thanksgiving side dish. Our Weight Watchers version packs a lot of flavor for just 2 points per serving. This casserole is a step above traditional green bean casserole since it uses fresh green beans and homemade crispy onions for the topping. The combination of the light yet creamy sauce, tender vegetables, and crunchy topping is perfect with every bite.
5. Weight Watchers Jiffy Corn Casserole
Jiffy Corn Casserole is another classic Thanksgiving side dish that can be made in a single dish in just 30 minutes. This 7-Point recipe uses unsweetened applеsaucе and fat-frее Grееk yogurt to keep that creamy texture wе all cravе for fewer points. Thе applеsaucе adds a touch of swееtnеss without piling on еxtra calories, and thе fat-free Grееk yogurt brings a tangy richnеss that kееps еvеrything balancеd.
6. Honey Roasted Butternut Squash
Simple and delicious, this Honey Roasted Butternut Squash is a dreamy side dish for just 1 Point per serving. Thanks to the honey drizzle, the squash caramelizes as it roasts for an amazing texture and added sweetness. The sweetness is balanced by salt, pepper, and some cayenne. Add a sprinkling of feta cheese for a tangy yet creamy finish. It’s a beautiful side dish that appeals to kids and adults alike.
7. Weight Watchers Zucchini Casserole
Weight Watchers Zucchini Casserole is another 1-Point vegetable side that is oh-so-cheesy and flavorful with a crispy breadcrumb topping. It’s cheesy and creamy on the inside thanks to a mix of feta, mozzarella, and a seasoned custardy egg mixture. A classic Panko topping gives it the ultimate crunch factor and golden-brown surface. This casserole is simple to whip up and is super adaptable.
8. Weight Watchers Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms are the ultimate party food and a great addition to the Thanksgiving table. Our lightened-up ham and cheese stuffed mushrooms are just 2 points per serving. Thanks to the air fryer, this easy holiday recipe is ready in just 30 minutes. They’re highly customizable and we include lots of variation ideas to bring some variety to your spread.
9. Weight Watchers Pumpkin Dinner Rolls
What is Thanksgiving dinner without some bread? Thanks to these 2-Point Weight Watchers Pumpkin Dinner Rolls you can have your bread and eat it too, guilt-free. This recipe is a fun and festive spin on the versatile two-ingredient Greek yogurt dough. Although it has a few more ingredients, it is just as easy, and the results are delicious. The pumpkin flavor is super subtle, but it colors the rolls beautifully.
10. Weight Watchers Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits
These 3-Point Weight Watchers Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits are going to fly off your table! This recipe is so easy and doesn’t require any biscuit cutters or other equipment. We keep points low by using a sugar substitute, light butter substitute, and zero-point Greek yogurt, which gives these biscuits an incredible buttery texture and a boost of protein.
11. Weight Watchers Thanksgiving Cake
This 5-Point Thanksgiving cake has it all— fresh apples, dried cranberries, chopped nuts, and warm baking spices that give it more depth. We keep points in check by using a reduced amount of regular granulated sugar, applesauce instead of oil, and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. The tender apples on top bring a pleasant sweetness. The walnuts are a nice, crunchy addition, and the cranberries are tart and chewy. It’s not too sweet but just sweet enough so you can enjoy it—even if you are a bit full!
12. Weight Watchers Holiday French Toast Casserole
This 3-Point Weight Watchers Holiday French Toast Casserole with peaches isn’t a side exactly, but it’s so good that we just had to include it! This is the perfect dish to make on Thanksgiving morning when you’re doing all the cooking. Thе Holiday Peach Frеnch Toast Cassеrolе is versatile and adaptable, and it’s a breeze to make. This one-dish masterpiece combines juicy peaches and warm cinnamon in a rich French toast base and takes just minutes of prep.
