Move over, turkey! We rounded up some delicious side dishes from our Island Scene magazine archives that are sure to steal the show this Thanksgiving.
The great thing about these recipes is that you can enjoy them year-round.
tinolang manok
This popular Filipino dish is a great way to kick off your Thanksgiving feast. As mentioned in the spring 2024 issue of Island Scene, the secret ingredients to the chicken papaya soup are the ginger and turmeric. Both roots have anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger is sometimes used to relieve nausea and aid digestion, while turmeric may help ease joint and stomach pain.
flatbread with caramelized onions and goat cheese
This delectable, savory flatbread featured in the spring 2017 issue of Island Scene can even be served as an appetizer. Called “the pride of Maui,” Maui onions have less sulfur than regular onions, which means you’re less likely to cry while chopping them. And they’re called sweet for a reason. They have up to 50% more sugar than regular onions!
crab cobb salad
The star of a cobb salad is usually the crisp, flavorful bacon. However, in this version originally published in the winter 2017 issue of Island Scene, we swapped the bacon with fresh crab for a lighter option. It’s a nice way to incorporate veggies for a normally heavy meal. If you’re looking for yummy dressing ideas, may we suggest an easy homemade Italian dressing or a zesty papaya seed dressing?
couscous with chickpeas and artichokes
Though this Greek-inspired side dish from the spring 2016 issue of Island Scene may seem out of place on a Thanksgiving table, it’s actually a nice, light option for your guests. In addition to being tasty, couscous is high in fiber, so it may help you feel full longer, maintain blood sugar, and even lower cholesterol. Serve this dish warm or cold; it’s up to you!
cauliflower tater tots
Before you say, “Stop taking the fun, aka the potatoes, out of my tater tots!” hear me out. These cauliflower tater tots from the 2016 winter issue of Island Scene are actually quite scrumptious! To make up for the lack of potatoes, we added bacon, cheese, and butter. As a result, each bite tastes like a loaded baked potato.
Roasted vegetables can be the dud of the meal if not cooked properly. Cook them too long, and they’re mushy and gross. Don’t cook them long enough, and they’re too hard to enjoy! With this recipe from the 2015 fall issue of Island Scene, we show you how to cook them just right. Plus, the sweetness of the honey perfectly balances the balsamic vinegar.
Get ready for Turkey Day
Whether you’re cooking or trying to mentally prepare, we have recipes, well-being tips, and more to help you have a stress-free Thanksgiving.
3 tips for a successful thanksgiving potluck
Keeping mishaps to a minimum is always a plus, especially if you’re hosting a potluck or people are counting on you for a certain side. Check out these three useful tips.
heart-healthy gravy
Watching your sodium intake but don’t want to eat your turkey and stuffing naked? We have the perfect recipe for you! This gravy has no added fat or sodium, yet is somehow full of flavor!
instant pot kalua turkey
If you don’t feel like digging a hole in your backyard to make an imu for your turkey this Thanksgiving (who can blame you), why not make your turkey in an electric pressure cooker? It’s faster, and the turkey is still full of flavor.
keeping it safe on turkey day
Did you know Thanksgiving is the leading day for home cooking fires, with more than three times the daily average for such incidents? Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe this Thanksgiving.
thanksgiving gratitude practice
Sometimes, it’s easy to forget that Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks! This article has some simple ways to practice gratitude, which can actually help improve our mental health.
thanksgiving leftover recipes
Stuck with a ton of Thanksgiving leftovers? From turkey salad with cranberry vinaigrette dressing to a turkey crunchwrap, we’ve got you covered!
thanksgiving survival guide
It’s important to remember that not everyone looks forward to the holidays. The holiday blues are temporary feelings of anxiety or depression that can be triggered by extra stress, unpleasant memories, or unrealistic expectations that come with the season. This article provides some useful strategies for getting through family gatherings like Thanksgiving.
