Although classic stuffing is one of the least healthy, most nutrient-void Thanksgiving side dishes of them all, that doesn’t mean you have to avoid this Thanksgiving staple completely. Try this lightened-up version instead, and make your entire Thanksgiving a healthier holiday with these better-for-you sides.
<h4 class="recipe-ingredients__title">Ingredients</h4>
<ul class="recipe-ingredients__list">
<li>1 cup rainbow quinoa (or any color quinoa), prepared in 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth with 2 bay leaves</li>
<li>2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced</li>
<li>½ red onion, quartered</li>
<li>2 cloves garlic, minced</li>
<li>4 tsp olive oil</li>
<li>1 tsp dried thyme</li>
<li>1 tsp dried rosemary</li>
<li>½ tsp dried sage</li>
<li>½ cup dried cranberries</li>
<li>¼ cup toasted pecans</li>
<li>to taste salt and pepper</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="block-title"><span>Directions</span></h2>
<li>Drizzle the sweet potatoes, onion, and garlic with 2 tsp of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast at 375° until tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.</li>
<li>Mix sweet potatoes, onion, garlic, and cooked quinoa, and stir in remaining olive oil and remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.</li>
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