25 Gluten-Free Sides for Your Holiday Feast

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25 Gluten-Free Sides for Your Holiday Feast1/25 Loaded Red Potato Casserole 27 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Loaded Red Potato Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This potato casserole has the same flavor of the potato skins you can order as a restaurant appetizer. It’s an ideal dish for tailgating and potlucks. —Charlane Gathy, Lexington, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 187 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 2/25 Roasted Cauliflower & Brussels Sprouts with

3/25 Cheese & Herb Potato

Bacon 34 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Cauliflower & Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This deeply delicious recipe is a surefire way to get my husband to enjoy Brussels sprouts. Between the roasted flavor of the veggies and smoky, crisp bacon, it will convert even the pickiest eater. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 192 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein. 3/25 Cheese & Herb Potato

It’s downright fun to make and serve this potato recipe

Fans 28 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s downright fun to make and serve this potato recipe. The fresh herbs, butter and cheeses are just what a good potato needs. —Susan Curry, West Hills, California Nutrition Facts: 1 potato: 318 calories, 15g fat (10g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 797mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein. 4/25 German Red Cabbage 28 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved German Red Cabbage Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch

hour 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sunday afternoons were a time for family gatherings when I was a kid. While the uncles played cards, the aunts made treats such as this traditional German red cabbage recipe. —Jeannette Heim, Dunlap, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 64 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 23mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 5/25 Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min

The flavors are wonderful together and make this dish a family favorite

Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I took my mother’s delicious sweet potato casserole and gave it a new twist by adding the tempting taste of orange—a fruit very abundant in our state. The flavors are wonderful together and make this dish a family favorite. —Norma Poole, Auburndale, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 312 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 266mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 5g fiber), 4g protein. 6/25 Fresh Green Beans & Garlic 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fresh Green Beans & Garlic Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

I developed this recipe to take advantage of our garden veggies

25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I am a firm believer that fresh is best. I developed this recipe to take advantage of our garden veggies. It really shows off the full flavor of the green beans. —Carol Mayer, Sparta, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 91 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 7/25 Cranberry-Walnut Brussels Sprouts 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Brussels sprouts are one food that picky eaters often resist, but a burst of cranberry flavor may change their minds. You can also add garlic and dried fruits. —Jennifer Armellino, Lake Oswego, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 281 calories, 20g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 26mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. 8/25 Herbed Butternut Squash 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is just one of many ways I prepare butternut squash for my two girls.

It’s a winter staple in our house

It’s a winter staple in our house. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 108 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 9/25 Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Potatoes are among our favorite side dishes. This version take sa little effort, but you can save time by boiling the spuds ahead of time. The night

you want them for dinner, just crisp them up with garlic and Parmesan cheese

you want them for dinner, just crisp them up with garlic and Parmesan cheese. —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 3 smashed potatoes: 354 calories, 22g fat (5g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. 10/25 Spinach Salad with Raspberries & Candied Walnuts 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spinach Salad with Raspberries & Candied Walnuts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created a bright spinach salad with raspberries for a big family dinner. Even those who don’t normally

like spinach change their minds after the first bite

like spinach change their minds after the first bite. —Robert Aucelluzzo, Simi Valley, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 171 calories, 13g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 11/25 Maple-Walnut Sweet Potatoes 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Maple-Walnut Sweet Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Topped with dried cherries and walnuts, this side is downright delicious. Even people who aren’t into sweet potatoes will grab a

second scoop

second scoop. —Sarah Herse, Brooklyn, New York Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 298 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 70mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 5g fiber), 4g protein. 12/25 Lemon Roasted Fingerlings and Brussels Sprouts 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My trick to roasting veggies is to choose ones that cook in the same amount of time. Other combinations to try? Cauliflower florets with baby carrots or okra with cherry tomatoes. —Courtney Gaylord, Columbus, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup:

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable

167 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 13/25 Cheesy Bacon Spaghetti Squash 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This quick casserole is called “cheesy” for a reason. Stir in any kind you’ve got. —Jean Williams, Stillwater, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 312 calories, 24g fat (12g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 610mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein. 14/25 Potato Pumpkin Mash

I swirl fresh pumpkin into potatoes for a little extra holiday color

3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ROBERT H HAGEN FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: No more plain white mashed potatoes for us! I swirl fresh pumpkin into potatoes for a little extra holiday color. — Michelle Medley, Dallas, Texas Nutrition Facts: Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 214 calories, 13 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 31 mg cholesterol, 384 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein. 15/25 Hoppin’ John 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Southern Hoppin’ John Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total

Fresh green beans are the stars of this healthy side

Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a quick and easy side dish that will become a favorite of your family.—Anne Creech, Kinston, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 343 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 448mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein. 16/25 Tomato-Onion Green Beans 5 Reviews Tomato-Onion Green Beans Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fresh green beans are the stars of this healthy side. Serve with grilled chicken, pork

tenderloin or seafood for a delicious end to a busy day

tenderloin or seafood for a delicious end to a busy day. —David Feder, Buffalo Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 81 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 208mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 17/25 Cranberry Salad 83 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Cranberry Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One of my piano students taught me the perfect lesson in holiday recipes: this fresh cranberry salad. The keys are tangy fruit,

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