
When it comes to your Christmas meal, do you lean towards ham, or turkey, or duck, or lobster as your main course?
For our family, it varies. We have had everything from turkey to tofurkey to salmon for Christmas.
Our main course may vary from year to year (this year we are having chicken) but church and healthy-ISH side dishes will always be part of our time together. Along with the sides, there’s always healthy-ISH snack and dessert options as well.
And, listed below are 31 Healthy-ISH and delicious Christmas Sides and Snacks.
In addition to being healthy-ISH and wholesome, most of these recipes are super easy and super quick to whip up.
31 Delicious Christmas Sides And Snacks
A list of 31 Delicious Christmas Sides And Dreamy Snacks - with a healthyISH spin!
My Favorite Easy Meatless Veggie Balls For Vegetarian Holiday Guests!
Packed full of carrots, spinach, beans, potatoes and a boatload of aromatic spices, these Easy Meatless Veggie Balls are a hit in our house – hoping they will be one in y’alls too.
Sautéed Asparagus Egg Salad
This Sautéed Asparagus Egg Salad with shallots and sundried tomatoes would make a delicious side dish your family would enjoy at a weeknight dinner. Or, whip it up for the mom in your life this Mother’s Day!
Macho Peas - homemade macho peas recipe just like Nando's restaurant
Don't forget to eat your greens over the Christmas period. No one will be able to resist these spruced up Macho Peas!
Savory Peanut Chicken Stuffed Buns
Stuffed with a flavor-packed Peanut Chicken sauté, these Savory Peanut Chicken Stuffed Buns are simply delicious and so hard to share!
Proietti's Greens and Beans
Greens and Beans are a tradional Italian comfort food that are perfect for the holidays. Sauteed escarole, garlic and cannellini beans in a white wine, lemon butter sauce make a delicious side to some of the heavier holiday dishes.
Roasted Green Beans Recipe
A fun and easy green beans with mushrooms is the perfect side dish for the holiday season.
Crockpot Carrots: BBQ Lil Smokies
These Crockpot Carrots are simmered in tangy bbq sauce and are mouthwateringly delicious. They are perfect for holidays, game days, birthday parties, and even family dinners. Be forewarned, they’re super addictive!
Creamed Spinach Recipe - Keto, Vegan, Instantpot
Prepare restaurant style Creamed Spinach right at home using this quick and easy recipe. Added bonus, this recipe makes creamy spinach that is low in calorie, velvety smooth and delicious! You will love this Low carb – Keto , vegan, gluten free and dairy free version of classic Creamed Spinach.
5 Minute Cheese Snack Mix
Need for a quick last minute snack mix for an upcoming holiday party, me time moment or your lunch box? Then this is one of the 5 Minute Cheese Snack Mix recipes with pretzels that you need.
Savory Sweet Pineapple Casserole
The unique combination of canned crushed pineapple, cheddar cheese, sugar and buttery crackers in this Pineapple Casserole may be befuddling, but the result is so incredibly tasty! The ideal fix of sweet and salty, creamy and crunchy, I am willing to bet that your first bite won’t be your last.
Roasted Winter Vegetable Quinoa Salad with Cider Vinaigrette
Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Salad with roasted sweet potato, carrots, butternut squash, walnuts, and maple-cider vinaigrette. This colorful, hearty salad is a marvelous side dish for fall and winter.
Rustic Sausage Onion Tart
Sweet and smoky caramelized onions combine with flavorful Eckrich smoked sausage in this easy Rustic Sausage Onion Tart. Enjoy it as a snack or make it into a tasty meal with some steamed broccoli to enjoy with family and friends.
Brussels Sprouts Kale Sauté with Cranberries & Walnuts
Flavored with ginger and garlic, this Brussels Sprouts Kale Sauté with Cranberries & Walnuts is a nutritious addition to your holiday table.
Spicy Chorizo Balls
With just 7 ingredients, these Spicy Chorizo balls make for an easy and tasty holiday appetizer or snack. Pair them with Coca-Cola® Cinnamon & Sprite® Winter Spiced Cranberry at your holiday get-together.
Mediterranean White Bean Dip {SO delicious!}
This Mediterranean white bean dip comes together in minutes and is delicious with your fave chips or veggie sticks!
Easy Ensalada de Nochebuena (Christmas Eve Salad)
Delicious Ensalada de Nochebuena or Christmas Eve Salad is a healthy salad featuring pomegranates, oranges and beets. Popular on Christmas Eve in Mexico it will add festive flair to your holiday table, but can also be enjoyed year round for a boost of colour and freshness.
Spicy Maple Rosemary Roasted Nuts
Spicy Maple Rosemary Roasted Nuts are a simple oven roasted nuts recipe that are an easy make ahead appetizer and make a great holiday gift!
Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Recipe with Bacon & Jalapeños
This loaded cauliflower mac and cheese recipe is low-carb and keto-friendly. This spicy, creamy comfort food is perfect for the holidays.
Super Simple Keto BLT Bites (Easy Low Carb Appetizer)
These simple BLT bites are certain to be a treat for your tastebuds. Not only are they crazy easy, but the use of cucumber instead of bread makes them keto-friendly as well!
Rosemary Parmesan Cheese Crisps
These Rosemary Parmesan Cheese Crisps are a savory snack to tide guests over until dinner is ready. And they also make the perfect parting gift for traveling family and friends.
Warm Ginger Beet Kale Salad with Walnuts and Parsley
Honey and Smoked Paprika battle it out in this Warm Ginger Beet Kale Salad with Walnuts. Simple to make, this salad combines onions, ginger, garlic, kale, and beetroot, topped with walnuts for texture and garnished with parsley.
Roasted Spicy Orange Pomegranate Glazed Winter Vegetables
Wouldn’t you just love a bit of sweet heat on your caramelized, roasted vegetables? Roasted Spicy Orange Pomegranate Glazed Winter Vegetables get tossed with a mixture that includes luscious pomegranate molasses, orange juice, a bit of maple syrup, and a chipotle chile … an elegant side for your holiday or any time you want something a bit unique and special!
Adorable Egg Snowman Snacks
Learn how to make these adorable snowman snacks made out of hard boiled eggs! You are not going to believe just how easy it is to decorate your own healthy snowman eggs!
Easy 5 Ingredient Charred Zucchini And Caramelized Onion Salad
Charred zucchini and caramelized onions add a ton of flavor to this salad – which can be enjoyed as is or as a holiday side!
Melt-In-Your-Mouth Turmeric Potatoes
Deliciously spiced and ever so slightly crisp on the outside, these melt-in-your-mouth Turmeric Potatoes are a favorite in our home.
Salted Chocolate Nut Clusters
Sweet and salty Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters are made with toasted mixed nuts, dark chocolate, and a touch of salt. They’re super easy to make and they make elegant edible gifts!
Grain-Free Chocolate Almond Cake {Adapted from Paul Hollywood's Version}
This Grain-Free Chocolate Almond Cake is an adaptation of Paul Hollywood’s Chocolate Almond Cake – and only calls for 4 ingredients – yes, that’s F.O.U.R. – and none of those 4 are butter or flour?! Go figure – eh?!
No-Bake Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Cups | Haute & Healthy Living
These No-Bake Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Cups make the perfect healthier festive treat for the holidays! Make up a batch and store them in the freezer for a ready made snack to serve to guests!
Homemade Sugar Cookies
Easy to make homemade sugar cookies that are only 51 calories each. This simple recipe makes light and airy sugar cookies, perfect for healthier Christmas cookies!
Blender Chocolate Pretzel Bars ~ One of Our Travel Essentials
I like to think that these, 8-ingredient, blender-made, Chocolate Pretzel Bars are “healthy” as they are sweetened with dates and contain coconut oil instead of butter – and are ridiculously easy to whip up!
Here’s hoping your Christmas is filled with people and food and all things that leave your heart happy.
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Shashi, have a delicious and beautiful holiday season!