My Top 5 Canadian Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Canadian Thanksgiving is less than a week away, and while you probably have your turkey sorted, today is all about the sides! To me, Canadian Thanksgiving side dishes are truly what makes this holiday special. I love mixing traditional family favourites with new and unexpected recipes.

Scroll through my favourite fall recipes and pick a few to serve your friends and family this year!

Poutine Potatoes with Turkey Gravy

We already love potatoes and gravy on the holiday table, so why not take it a step further and turn it into a Thanksgiving-style poutine? Crispy roasted potatoes are topped with rich, homemade turkey gravy and fresh cheese curds for a side dish that’s indulgent, savoury, and satisfying. Be sure to assemble and serve right away for the ultimate poutine experience!

The Ultimate Mashed Potatoes

When it comes to the holidays, no table is complete without a bowl of perfectly whipped mashed potatoes. These Ultimate Mashed Potatoes are luxurious, creamy, buttery, and full of flavour and make the perfect companion to all your favourite holiday sides. With a few simple techniques and a few ingredients, you can make the best mashed potatoes that your guests have ever tasted!

Parmesan Pumpkin Gratin with Grey Ghost Pumpkin

Move over potatoes, there’s a new vegetable that is perfect for a gratin! My Parmesan Pumpkin Gratin is an indulgent and delicious fall side dish made with thinly sliced Grey Ghost pumpkin layered with a creamy Parmesan-sage béchamel sauce. Baked and broiled until beautifully golden and bubbling, this gratin is the perfect addition to a cozy fall dinner or holiday table, especially for Thanksgiving.

Wild Mushroom and Sage Stuffing

Mushrooms are one of the best seasonal fall ingredients, and I am combining my favorite Canadian-grown varieties in this recipe for Wild Mushroom and Sage Stuffing. Chanterelle, oyster, and shiitake mushrooms are sautéed with onions, celery, and sage before being layered with crusty bread and chicken stock and baked in the oven until golden brown. This stuffing is incredibly savoury and will compliment the other flavours on a Thanksgiving menu.

Green Beans with Bacon

If you love the combination of sweet, salty and tangy flavours, then this Green Beans with Bacon recipe is for you! Fresh green beans are sautéed with chunks of salty bacon, sweet brown sugar, tangy apple cider vinegar, and savoury red onion to make this incredible side dish. This whole dish comes together on the stovetop in about 35 minutes, making it perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday dinner!

Explore more Canadian Thanksgiving Side Dishes and Recipes

Still looking for inspiration for your Thanksgiving table? You can explore more of my favourite Thanksgiving recipes, from cozy seasonal sides and festive desserts to dishes that are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Whether you are sticking with the classics or looking to try something new this year, there’s plenty of inspiration to help you build a delicious Thanksgiving menu!

Happy Canadian Thanksgiving! 🍁🇨🇦