Guys, the holidays are full-swing upon us. The hustle and bustle is getting REAL! Who has their Christmas shopping done?? Who has a to-do list a mile long??? Things are getting crazy and there’s very little time to plan for complicated holiday meals. Whether you’re looking for quick and easy weeknight dinner ideas during this busy holiday season, or you’re wanting to plan a healthy holiday meal, I’ve rounded up several Healthy Holiday Side Dishes, Appetizers, and Desserts to help you plan ahead!

Healthy Holiday Side Dishes:

Pomegranate Pecan Salad w/ Cinnamon Apples

Everything winter in a salad. Add a little protein to it and make it an easy weeknight dinner!

Vegan Green Bean Casserole w/ Rosemary Garlic Mushrooms

The perfect side dish for that healthy holiday meal!

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes w/ Cranberry Mushroom Sauce

This can be a meal in itself! Easy to make, gluten-free, and delicious!

Turmeric Sweet Potato Pasta Salad

This spiralized salad (using this super easy handheld spiralizer) is loaded with nutrition and flavor!

Roasted Butternut Squash & Garlic Quinoa

Super easy to make and a perfect side dish. I recommend buying frozen or pre-cut butternut squash!

Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad

Delicious and wholesome! This also makes a great weeknight side dish or meal!

Healthy Holiday Appetizers:

Shrimp Guacamole Tostadas

THESE. The best ever in every way. Though they might not fit the traditional holiday theme, they’re definitely a crowd pleaser!

Healthy Banana S’mores Bites

Cozy up by the fire and enjoy these Healthy Banana S’mores Bites before the big meal!

Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

Slow cooker is always a great way to go! Keep it warm throughout your holiday gathering by using this programmable slow cooker!

Healthy Holiday Desserts:

Vegan Cranberry Ginger Crumble Fruit Bake

Literally fruit, maple syrup, spices, and granola. It doesn’t get much easier than that!

Mini Pumpkin Pies

Everything pumpkin pie, but healthy and mini. The best!

Cinnamon Apple Pie Cookies

THESE COOKIES are LIFE! So good. You can even make them all in a blender!

Healthy Gingerbread Loaf

This Gingerbread Loaf is heavenly. It even works great as breakfast for the next day!

Healthy Gingerbread Cookies

A healthy twist on a Christmas classic. Use these adorable gingerbread cookie cutters!

Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Chocolate

Throw it all in the slow cooker, self serve when it’s ready. Easy peasy!

Healthy Chocolate Cherry Soft Cookies

These soft cookies are always a hit!

Skinny Iced Peppermint Mocha

For those who would prefer coffee after dinner, this Skinny Iced Peppermint Mocha is easy to make and sooooo delicious!

Pecan Pie Bars

Pecan Pie Bars that are healthy, easy, and perfect for sharing!

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