14 Fantastic Thanksgiving Soup and Salad Recipes

The holidays can be a difficult time when you're trying to eat healthier. It seems like everything is working against you when there are pies, dishes of stuffing, and biscuits constantly in front of you. You're in luck because these Thanksgiving soup and salad recipes are fantastic and healthy. You won't be afraid to indulge in Thanksgiving treats when you know you have healthier options. All of these recipes are simple side dishes that you can bring to share with your family on Thanksgiving. They're going to be grateful that you brought some Thanksgiving side dishes that are on the lighter side.

Made with seasonal ingredients that you can only get during autumn, all of these soup and salad recipes are perfect for Thanksgiving. Usually after dinner everyone is lethargic and full to bursting because of all the heavy food they ate. This year, feel a little better than you did last year when you eat some soup or salad. If you don't want to change up your traditional menu, you could always serve a soup or salad as an appetizer to your guests when they arrive. It'll only make them more excited to dig into the feast you're preparing.