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These Whole30 Christmas Recipes will keep your holidays healthy, delicious, and simple. They may be healthy but they will wow your holiday guests!

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These Whole30 recipes are perfect for Christmas and any of your other holiday parties. We have some great main dishes, side dish recipes, and small bites to keep your menus fresh and healthy.

So, happy holidays and enjoy the best time of year with your friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers!

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Porchetta Recipe

This porchetta recipe is as good as it gets. It's all-belly porchetta with rich and tender meat flavored with fennel and traditional Italian seasonings and has the crispiest, chicharron-like crackling. And won't worry, making this famous Italian dish is surprisingly simple.

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Mushroom Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Love shepherd's pie? We do, too! Especially this Mushroom Shepherd's Pie. It's full of mushrooms and your choice of ground meat (or vegetarian sub!) and topped with the most delicious brown butter potatoes. It's a healthy dinner recipe that is sure to please.

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Roasted Rack of Lamb Recipe

We have something extraordinary for you: this roasted rack of lamb is perfect for a special weekend dinner or impressive main when entertaining! Lamb is coated with a blend of fresh herbs and then roasted to perfection. The result is a delicate crust on the outside, with a tender and juicy inside. Served alongside a vibrant mint chimichurri, this dish lets the natural flavors of the lamb take center stage so you can savor every bite.

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Smashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

These easy-to-make smashed sweet potatoes are the perfect sweet and savory side dish for a weekend supper or Thanksgiving dinner. The outsides are crispy and the insides are soft and melt in your mouth — this is sweet potato heaven!

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Cranberry Roasted Chicken Recipe

This cranberry roasted chicken is super fragrant and bursting with flavor. It's tender and juicy chicken infused with balsamic and fresh rosemary, served with a cranberry orange sauce. It's a simple recipe that's perfect for weeknights or special occasions, and it will fill your home with the most amazing aromas!

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Garlic Bacon Mushrooms Recipe

These bacon mushrooms prove that simple is delicious! The mushrooms bring an umami-rich and earthy flavor, complemented by the salty and smoky bacon and finished with the savory depth of garlic. It's the ultimate side dish that is easy enough for a weeknight, yet delicious enough for entertaining!

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Christmas Salad Recipe

This is our favorite Christmas salad. It's made with fresh, chopped herbs, toasted walnuts, and pomegranate seeds. It's easy to make, stays fresh for hours, and the pretty green and red color looks great on your holiday table!

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Sweet Potato with Pomegranate Recipe

We've got something special for you. Baked sweet potato with pomegranate is piled high with fragrant fresh herbs and crunchy toasted walnuts then doused in an easy-to-make, creamy tahini sauce. It's a delicious and healthy side dish – but also pretty enough to be the star of the show!

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BLT Cups Recipe

These little BLT cups are everything we love about a classic BLT sandwich, served up as a healthy bite-size appetizer. Cherry tomatoes are hollowed out and stuffed with arugula, crispy bacon, and a homemade spicy chipotle mayo. They're perfect for parties, and they're ready in just 20 minutes!

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Roasted Acorn Squash Recipe

Roasted acorn squash is a popular fall side dish. It's very easy to make and you can add variety by using one of our favorite spice blends.

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Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Roasted brussels sprouts with bacon are as good as it gets. The brussels are roasted until deliciously dark in spots and the bacon is perfectly crisp. Bonus: they can be assembled ahead of time for a stress-free Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner!

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Fall Brussels Sprouts Salad Recipe

This fall brussels sprouts salad has all our favorite seasonal produce packed into one beautiful salad! Brussels sprouts, sweet potato, walnuts, mandarin orange, and pomegranate seeds are tossed in a vibrant orange lemon dressing. It's ready in just 55 minutes and tastes great all season long!

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Crispy Roasted Potatoes Recipe

When it comes to comfort foods, few contenders rival the humble potato. These crispy roasted potatoes embody everything we love about potato – they are tender and creamy on the inside, yet have the most spectacular golden crunch. Coated with fragrant thyme and oil and roasted to perfection, this hearty side dish offers warmth and satisfaction in every bite.

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These Whole30 Christmas Recipes will keep your holidays healthy, delicious, and simple. They may be healthy but they will wow your holiday guests!

Recipe Index

  • Porchetta Recipe
  • Mushroom Shepherd's Pie
  • Herb and Garlic Roast Rack of Lamb
  • Smashed Sweet Potatoes
  • Orange Cranberry Roast Chicken
  • Garlic Bacon Mushrooms
  • Christmas Salad
  • Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Walnuts, Mint, and Pomegranate
  • Mini BLT Tomato Cups
  • Roasted Acorn Squash
  • Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
  • Crispy Roast Potatoes

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Can I have corn starch on Whole30? ›

Read your labels-no added sugar, corn starch, maltodextrin, etc. Raw or dry-roasted, salt is optional. Look for no added sugar, like Whole30-friendly Organic Sunbutter. Any variety, canned or fresh - as long as there are no added sulfites.

What to do after day 30 of Whole30? ›

You'll continue eating your Whole30-compatible meals and foods until something special or delicious catches your eye. At that point, you'd reintroduce that food, then evaluate the effects. This can be helpful for people with autoimmune disorders, chronic pain, or fatigue.

How can I ease into Whole30? ›

My Top Whole30 Tips
  1. Time It Wisely.
  2. Make a Plan, and Stick With It.
  3. Don't Think of It As a Diet.
  4. Take a Closer Look at Nutrition Labels.
  5. Give Yourself a Break.
  6. Discover New Recipes.
  7. Remind Yourself It's Only 30 Days.
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What is a Whole30 substitute for butter? ›

But that doesn't mean you can't eat any butter when you're doing Whole30 or that you should start looking for some butter substitute. According to the program rules, the best—and only—way to eat butter when you're doing Whole30 is to eat clarified butter or ghee.

Can you ear potatoes on Whole30? ›

Yes! As of January 2021, all varieties of potatoes are included in the Whole30 diet. Yet, the catch is that fries and chips are not included in the diet as they are not considered to be “real” or whole foods.

Why do I feel so bad on Whole30? ›

Some downsides include Whole30 side effects like digestive problems, worsened food cravings, and reduced nutrient intake. The diet restricts certain foods and food groups, which, if followed long-term, can result in nutrient deficiencies.

How much weight can you lose on Whole30 in a month? ›

Whole30 is a great way to reset your eating habits and jump start your weight loss journey. While results will vary from person to person, many people report losing 10-15 pounds in the first month.

What is the one bite rule on Whole30? ›

One bite of pizza, one spoonful of ice cream, one sip of beer within the 30-day period and you've broken the 'reset'—and have to start over again on Day 1,” Whole30 instructs.

What is the hardest day of the Whole30 program? ›

Day 10 & 11 – The Hardest Days

These days are notoriously the hardest days on Whole30 because you've gone through almost two weeks of the program, but haven't seen any of the benefits yet.

What do I put back first after Whole30? ›

The Fast Track Whole30 Reintroduction Plan
  • Day 1: Reintroduce added sugar by itself. ...
  • Days 2 & 3: Back to the Whole30 diet.
  • Day 4: Reintroduce gluten-free alcohol by itself. ...
  • Days 5 & 6: Back to the Whole30 diet.
  • Day 7: Reintroduce legumes by themselves. ...
  • Days 8 & 9: Back to the Whole30 diet.
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How long does it take to see results from Whole30? ›

It can take several weeks before you learn to trust the “hungry” and “full” signals your body is sending you—and you may not have been eating enough in the beginning, because you were afraid of all that fat. Many Whole30'ers report that they didn't feel or see “the magic” until day 45, 60, or beyond.

What starches are allowed on Whole30? ›

Make sure you don't forget about cooking up + eating starchy veggies such as sweet potatoes, winter squashes, plantains, carrots, rutabagas, turnips, + bananas!

What thickener is Whole30 approved? ›

Arrowroot Starch/Flour — This is my favorite thickener that is Whole30 Compliant. Sub it for Cornstarch in asian dishes or for flour in gravy and sauce recipes.

What is the best Whole30 thickening agent? ›

Thickeners for Whole30 gravy include tapioca and arrowroot powder for starters. Both are good options for when you already have a finished product, used in the same way you would use cornstarch.

Is corn starch diet friendly? ›

Cornstarch is considered a refined carb, meaning that it has undergone extensive processing and been stripped of its nutrients. Studies show that regularly consuming foods rich in refined carbs, such as cornstarch, may negatively affect heart health.

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