GLP-1 Friendly Thanksgiving Dinner

A GLP-1 Friendly Thanksgiving Dinner: Satisfy Your Holiday Cravings Without the Guilt

Thanksgiving is all about gathering with loved ones and enjoying a delicious, comforting meal. However, traditional Thanksgiving dishes can be loaded with carbs, sugar, and heavy ingredients that might derail your weight management goals—especially for those on a GLP-1 regimen. At Revivify Lean Clinic, we believe you can enjoy a satisfying holiday meal without sacrificing your progress. Here’s a thoughtfully curated Thanksgiving menu featuring GLP-1-friendly Thanksgiving dinner recipes that let you indulge without the guilt!

 Appetizer: Stuffed Mushroom Caps

 

Start your GLP-1 Friendly Thanksgiving Dinner with a flavorful, low-carb appetizer that’s both satisfying and easy to make. These stuffed mushroom caps are filled with a savory blend of cream cheese, spinach, and garlic, making them the perfect bite-sized treat.

 

Ingredients:

• 1 lb button mushrooms, stems removed
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup spinach, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

 

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, Parmesan, spinach, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Spoon the filling into each mushroom cap.
4. Place mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden.
5. Serve warm and enjoy the savory start to your meal.

Main Course: Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast

 

No Thanksgiving meal is complete without turkey! This herb-roasted turkey breast is juicy, full of flavor, and seasoned with fresh herbs for a healthy and satisfying main course.

 

Ingredients:

• 1 whole turkey breast (about 4-5 lbs)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

 

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.
3. Rub the herb mixture all over the turkey breast.
4. Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan and cover with foil.
5. Roast in the oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove the foil for the last 20 minutes to allow the skin to brown.
6. Let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with a side of cranberry sauce for a classic pairing.

Side Dish 1: Cauliflower Mash

 

For a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes, try this creamy cauliflower mash. It’s packed with flavor, and the texture is smooth and satisfying, just like traditional mashed potatoes.

 

Ingredients:

• 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tbsp butter (or olive oil)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced– Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

 

Instructions:

1. Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until tender, about 10 minutes.
2. Drain and transfer the cauliflower to a food processor.
3. Add almond milk, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Adjust seasoning to taste, then transfer to a serving dish.
5. Garnish with chopped chives for an extra pop of color and flavor.

 Side Dish 2: Keto-Friendly Green Bean Casserole

 

This take on green bean casserole features fresh green beans with a creamy, low-carb mushroom sauce. Topped with a crispy, almond flour coating, it’s a delicious, lighter version of a Thanksgiving classic.

 

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (for topping)

 

Instructions:

1. 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
   2. Steam green beans for 5-7 minutes, until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
   3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
   4. Add heavy cream and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Stir until creamy and thickened, then season with salt and pepper.
   5. Place green beans in a casserole dish, pour the mushroom sauce over them, and stir to coat.
   6. In a small bowl, mix almond flour with 1/4 cup Parmesan. Sprinkle this topping over the casserole.
   7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.

Dessert: Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake

 

End your GLP-1 Friendly Thanksgiving Dinner with this delightful, low-carb pumpkin cheesecake. Made with an almond flour crust and spiced pumpkin filling, it’s the perfect sweet treat to close out your GLP-1-friendly Thanksgiving.

 

Ingredients:

 

Crust:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp sweetener (such as erythritol or monk fruit)

 

Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup sweetener
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

 

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, melted butter, and sweetener to form the crust.
3. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into each muffin cup.
4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese, pumpkin puree, sweetener, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
5. Spoon the filling over the crust in each muffin cup.
6. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until set. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.