10 Thanksgiving Sides With a Mediterranean Twist

Hi foodie,

Thanksgiving is all about tradition; turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, mac and cheese… all the classics we all know. And don’t get me wrong, I love the classics! But this year, instead of giving you the same recipes everyone is posting, I wanted to share something a little different.

Thanksgiving is the perfect excuse to bring new flavors to the table, and the Middle Eastern–Mediterranean kitchen has so many cozy, vibrant, and delicious dishes that work beautifully alongside your classic Thanksgiving spread.

So today, I’m sharing 10 Thanksgiving side dishes with a twist, all from my blog, all easy, all flavorful, and all guaranteed to surprise your guests (in the best way).

1. Beetroot & Chickpea Salad

2. Grilled Halloumi Salad

3. Cabbage Pattties

4. Cabbage Lentil Soup

5. Spinach and Cheese Gozleme

6. Chicken Patties

7. Baba Ganoush

8. Lentil Patties (Lentil Fritters)

9. Authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce

10. Falafel

Before You Go…

This is just a short list of recipes I think you’ll love — a little taste of the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors I grew up with. If you want to explore more, feel free to dive into all my Middle Eastern recipes and Mediterranean dishes on the blog.

And if you still prefer sticking to the classics for Thanksgiving, no worries at all — you’ll also find plenty of traditional sides and holiday-friendly recipes waiting for you.

P.S. Don’t forget: you can always use the search bar on my website to quickly find any recipe you’re craving.

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