Healthy Christmas Recipes That Are Still Indulgent And Wholesome

As much as Christmas is about over-indulging and eating your body weight in food, there are some of us that fancy having a healthier festive season. Now, don't get me wrong, that doesn't mean completely cutting out classics like Oven Roasted Turkey and Roasted Potatoes. It might just mean changing the way you cook (a lil less oil!). So, if you're after some healthier Christmas dinner recipes, you've come to the right place.

A whole roasted cauliflower makes for a fantastic vegetarian main dish. This one is roasted around extra veggies and has a slightly sweet balsamic glaze over it. It's easy to throw together and will leave you feeling full, not heavy.

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Traditionally roast potatoes are roasted in oil, or fat, but that's not ideal if you're after something slightly healthier. This easy recipe simply requires low-calorie cooking spray, and they're done!

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Cauliflower rice is all the rage these days as it's the healthier alternative without all of the carbs that regular rice offers. Luckily, a cauliflower is super easy to break down and turn into rice. A food processor is the quickest way, but if you don't have one a box grater works just as well!

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Mashed potatoes are high in carbs so we replaced the potatoes with cauliflower for a low-carb swap everyone will love. Still creamy and buttery, you'll barely miss the potatoes.

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Shredded Brussels sprouts sautéed in a mixture of garlic and chilli flakes, then topped on toasts with white cheddar will leave you saying "Insane!" in the best way.

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Carrot and coriander soup is a classic soup for a reason. This version picks up a little spice from the jalapeños and draws out the sweetness from the carrots by roasting them first. It has plenty of coriander for a perfectly spiced spoonful at every bite. It's our favourite version of carrot soup and we are deeming it the soup of the year!

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How genius is swapping the bread for cauliflower?!

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Wow your dinner table with this exquisite Christmas turkey recipe.

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How do you show picky eaters how delicious vegetables can be? The answer is two-part: First, you make a sweet and sticky glaze; then, you roast. in the oven, the honey butter caramelises and turns plain, boring carrots into the most addictive side dish. Don't have dried rosemary? Use dried oregano instead. Not into thyme? Just skip it. This dish is pretty much impossible to screw up.

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Whether you're roasting your first bird or hosting for the 26th time, use this handy guide to roast the perfect festive turkey. This foolproof method has been tested (and tested and tested) by the Delish kitchen—and it's the best.

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This cauliflower mash recipe is the perfect low-carb substitute to mashed potatoes. The secret to making steamed cauliflower smooth and creamy? CREAM CHEESE!

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Technically, gravy is a mixture of meat drippings, flour, and stock. Here, you’ll basically make vegetable drippings by sautéing umami-rich mushrooms and sweet-yet-spicy onion in olive oil.

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Roasting is one of the best ways to bring out the delicious nutty flavours in Brussels sprouts—plus it's SO easy. All you really need to do is toss them with olive oil, spread them on a baking tray, and let them hang out in the oven for a half an hour. The result is delicious veggies that might even outshine your main course.

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Our biggest piece of advice: Don't overcrowd the pan.

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Parsnips don't get nearly the attention they deserve, but that ends now. Roasting them makes them slightly sweet and perfectly tender for a quick side dish you might love more than the main course.

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A great addition to your Sunday roast dinner. The dried cranberries add a tartness while the pecans add an extra crunch for a perfect side dish. We use Brussels sprouts and carrots in our medley, but feel free to add extra vegetables or swap in some of your favourites.

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The perfect side no matter what you'll be making.

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Who says you have to turn on your oven to make delicious turkey? After trying this easy recipe, not us. All you need to do is mix up a simple brown sugar rub, coat the meat, and let your slow cooker do the rest!

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If you're after a healthy soup recipe, look no further than this gorgeous sweet potato and carrot version. Packed full of veggies, it's quick to make, and super filling. And don't be put off by the apples and honey, these two crucial ingredients give the soup a gorgeous, and much-needed sweetness.

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Vegan stuffing doesn't have to be boring. Ours is every bit as flavourful as a classic stuffing. Use a quality, hearty loaf of bread and a nice olive oil to ensure your stuffing is as good as can be. Either slice your bread up to dry out the night before or toast it in an oven for about 20 minutes. The drier your bread is, the less mushy it will be after baking. Plus, you'll get those extra-crunchy tops that are killer.

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If there's gravy involved, no ones gonna miss the potatoes.

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