Holiday Recipes

It can be difficult to find healthy foods to enjoy during the holiday season. Spice up your holiday table with these easy and nutritious recipes.

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Thanksgiving Leftover Recipe: Sweet Potato Chips with Yogurt Dip

November 29, 2019

Don't waste those leftover sweet potatoes you thought you would use for Thanksgiving. Make these easy and healthy Sweet Potato Chips. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: autumn, Holiday Recipes, Thanksgiving
Article - 4 Minute Read

9 Holiday Leftovers You Can Make into Deliciously Healthy Meals

November 21, 2019

Why not reimagine holiday leftovers into new, nutritious dishes? Here are some tips to help you use up your holiday fare. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Holiday Recipes, holiday season, Pinnacle Health, recipes
Article - 6 Minute Read

Tasty Ideas for a Vegan or Vegetarian Thanksgiving

November 15, 2018

Planning a vegan or vegetarian Thanksgiving? It can still be traditional and satisfying. These recipes are perfect for any celebration. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: holiday, Holiday Recipes, Thanksgiving, turkey substitute, vegan thanksgiving, vegetarian thanksgiving
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Light and Creamy Green Bean Casserole Recipe

March 16, 2018

Try this light and healthy twist on a holiday favorite. Comfort foods don't have to be unhealthy. Learn more about this recipe. Learn More

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Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy eating, Holiday Recipes, Nutrition, recipe
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Healthy Holidays: 4-Ingredient Chocolate-Peppermint Bark

December 23, 2017

Try this healthy peppermint bark recipe. This 4-ingredient treat includes honey and peppermint extract for flavor without the extra calories. Learn More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: Christmas, healthy eating, Holiday Recipes, Nutrition, recipe
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Healthy Holiday Recipe: Greek Yogurt Chocolate Peppermint Mousse

December 22, 2017

While you may be tempted to reach for Christmas cookies and sweets, this Greek yogurt chocolate peppermint mousse is a great guilt-free substitute. Learn More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: Christmas, healthy eating, Holiday Recipes, Nutrition, recipe, winter
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3 Healthy Holiday Appetizers Your Guests Will Love

December 5, 2016

Your guests are sure to love these healthy and easy-to-make holiday recipes, including roasted pumpkin seeds, caprese salad on a stick, and egg snowmen. View Recipe

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Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: Christmas, cooking, healthy eating, Holiday Recipes, holidays, recipes, winter
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Healthy Holiday Recipes: Cranberry Pear Sauce

December 15, 2013

Print the recipe for Cranberry Pear Sauce, one of the healthy holiday recipes provided by UPMC BodyChangers. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: autumn, Bartlett pears, Christmas, cranberry pear sauce, cranberry sauce, dried cherries, fresh cranberries, healthy eating, healthy recipe, Holiday Recipes, recipe, sugar, Thanksgiving, UPMC BodyChangers, Vicki March MD, winter
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Healthy Holiday Recipes: Roasted Pumpkin-Apple Soup

December 13, 2013

Looking for an alternative to serve at holiday dinners this year? Print this Pumpkin-Apple Soup recipe, a healthy holiday recipe from UPMC BodyChangers. View Recipe

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Categorized as: Nutrition
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