Paleo + Whole30 Thanksgiving Recipes Round Up - Olive You Whole (2024)

While we don’t necessarily suggest doing a full-on Whole30 during the Holidays for a slew of reasons, I still get requests for healthy, Whole30 Thanksgiving Recipes!

Some of you might have started a Whole30 in September, and you feel so great you’re still going strong by the time the holidays come around. Maybe you need some great, Whole30 Thanksgiving recipes to get you through the holidays on solid ground.

Another reason I’ve heard for wanting Whole30 Thanksgiving Recipes is that you want to show how delicious Whole30 can be! Considering most Thanksgiving tables includeALL of your family getting together over a meal, that can be a great strategy. Maybe you’ve hadincredible Whole30 Results yourself, and you want to share those amazing health benefits with friends or family members who could benefit from the life-changing results of the Whole30.

Or maybe you’renot doing a Whole30, but you want some Whole30 Thanksgiving Recipes that are healthier, just-as-tasty renditions of the Thanksgiving recipes you’ve grown to know and love!

Regardless of the reason, this year I pulled out the big guns for you! I personally created tons of Whole30 Thanksgiving Recipes to fulfill all of my personal cravings! Since Cream of Mushroom soup is the basis for SO many Southern recipes, I knew I needed to whip up a Whole30 compliant version! Especially since it’s the base for my new Paleo + Whole30 Green Bean Casserole Recipe, too!

I also created a new recipe I’m SO stoked about! My grandmother made this Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe every single Thanksgiving… She was so sweet and would make a few different kinds for those who wanted it plain, with pecans, with marshmallows, or with pecans AND marshmallows…

My Paleo + Whole30 Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Let’s start with the Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe! Sweet potatoes are a MUST on your Thanksgiving table. These may be a little different than you’re used to, but you will LOVE the orange flavor! If you’re on a Whole30, top with pecans… If you’re not, go ahead and throw some marshmallows on top and you will thank me!

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My Paleo + Whole30 Green Bean Casserole Recipe

Guys, green bean casserole is my FAVE. It’s just SO stinking good. And I know I’m a healthy food blogger, but shoot. I’m all about the 10-minute, easy-peasy, original Green Bean Casserole.

This one is undeniably way more work, but it’s exponentially more delicious! I hope you LOVE it.

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My Paleo + Whole30 Mashed Potatoes Recipe

This Whole30 Mashed Potato recipe is one of the most popular recipes on my entire blog! If I do say so myself, I think the flavor is DELICIOUS! Again, it uses coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream. With the garlic, you can’t even tell! I’ve made these SO many times for people who had ZERO idea these were clean!

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Paleo + Whole30 Spatchco*cked Turkey + Turkey GravyRecipes

By Alex Snodgrass of The Defined Dish

Alex is one of my very favorite food bloggers! She’s precious- you’ll love following her on Instagram! I love this blog post- she shares all about how to make a Spatchco*cked turkey and why! This herbed, buttery turkey looks DELICIOUS and is Whole30 approved! She suggests using my very favorite ghee EVER- fourth and heart ghee!

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Paleo + Whole30 Sausage Cauliflower Rice Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe

By Michelle Smith of The Whole Smiths

Michelle is the BOMB. I love her recipes!! This Whole30 Stuffing recipe will make you forget it’s any different! The sausage and spices make this stuffing sooooo yum.

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My Whole30 Brussels Sprout Slaw

We love this Brussels Sprout Slaw SO much in our family, we seriously eat it ALL the time. When Thanksgiving comes around, sometimes you need a couple more green things on the table. Might I suggest this Brussels Sprout Slaw! It’s divine!

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For your Paleo Thanksgiving Menu (these recipes are Paleo butnot Whole30 compliant):

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Paleo Pecan PieRecipe

Y’all, this Paleo Pecan Pie recipe was SUCH a labor of love! The crustandthe filling took SO many tries to get it right!! But it is absolutely perfect now, and would be a great addition to your Paleo Thanksgiving!

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Paleo StuffingRecipe

If I had to choose just ONE thing to eat from Thanksgiving, it would be stuffing every single time!! This is a really fun and flavorful recipe – you make the Paleo bread pieces yourself, then whip up the apples, celery, onions, and pecans with the bread pieces and butter. It’s SO delicious!!

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Share with me below- what’s on your Thanksgiving menu? Are you making healthy version of your Thanksgiving favorites?

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FAQs

Are olives Whole30 approved? ›

Canned olives are mentioned throughout the official Whole30 site as being a great natural fat to eat while on Whole30. Additionally, the Whole30 program states, "Do not consume carrageenan, MSG, or sulfites.

Is olive oil ok on Whole30? ›

Extra virgin olive oil is approved and Whole30 compliant. Regular olive oil (aka pure olive oil) and light tasting oil are also approved by the authors. While on the Whole30 plan, you should avoid most packaged salad dressings and mayonnaise. Most of these products are made with seed oils and are not compliant.

Why not eat 30 to 40 olives? ›

Olives are high in fat content, with one cup containing around 240 calories and 20 grams of fat. Eating too many olives can lead to weight gain and an increased risk of heart disease and other health problems.

Are Kalamata olives Whole30 approved? ›

Yes olives of any kind are whole30 approved, as long as there are no added sulfites. So make sure to check that in the ingredients before buying them. Again, if you want to be extra sure that olives are whole30 approved, feel free to check this official whole30 resource.

Is Chick Fil A Whole30 approved? ›

Chick-fil-A

They're off-limits because they contain ingredients like cornstarch, molasses, and soybean oil. Even the fruit cups contain added sugar, and the salads have ingredients like soybean oils and cornstarch.

Is balsamic vinegar Whole30 compliant? ›

Vinegar. Nearly all forms of vinegar, including white, red wine, balsamic, apple cider, and rice, are allowed during Whole30 program. Added sugar, real or artificial. No maple syrup, honey, agave nectar, coconut sugar, date syrup, stevia, Splenda, Equal, Nutrasweet, xylitol, etc.

Is hummus Whole30? ›

Traditional hummus is made from garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas), which are a legume and Plant-Based Whole30 compatible. Just read your labels to make sure your hummus doesn't contain dairy or other ingredients that aren't a fit for the Plant-Based Whole30.

Can I eat pickles on Whole30? ›

Yes, both pickles and bananas are allowed on Whole30. Yet if they are a potential trigger food for you (for instance, the sweetness of bananas sets off a craving for other treats or makes you want to binge on the fruit), then you may consider including them on your “don't eat” list.

Are canned olives OK? ›

Health risks of eating olives

Olives provide many health benefits, but they are still relatively high in fat. Canned olives are often packed in brine, which makes them high in sodium (salt). Just one green olive contains 62.4 milligrams of sodium, so salt content can add up quickly.

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