Low FODMAP Thanksgiving Recipes

Growing up, I battled stomach issues that has carried into adulthood. When I was younger, a doctor guessed it was IBS and as I got older, I chalked it up to a lactose intolerance. Last year, I decided to take my health into my hands and visited a nutritionist. What I learned was that my diet consisted of a lot of high FODMAP foods, which was resulting in bloating, gas, and an overall lousy feeling.

FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligo-, Di-, Mono-saccharides and Polyols. Long acronym short, it’s a group compounds that leads to intestinal irritation and disruption. Foods that are high in FODMAPs include onions, garlic, dairy, wheat, legumes, and certain fruits and veggies.

While I no longer adhere to a stricter low FODMAP diet, I do try to make healthier substitutions and enjoy finding recipes that don’t affect my stomach as harshly. For Thanksgiving, I’m sharing two recipes that are low FODMAP and don’t sacrifice anything on the taste! While I know this holiday looks different than years prior due to the pandemic, if you’re still going to make a delicious meal for yourself, try either of these recipes to add a little something special to your dinner table.

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Butternut Squash Fritters

  • 1 butternut squash, shredded

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 tablespoon sage

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

  • 2/3 cups gluten-free flour

  • 2 tablespoons garlic-infused oil

  1. In a large bowl, combine shredded butternut squash, eggs, sage, salt, and pepper. Fold in the flour.

  2. Add olive oil to a large pan on medium heat. Drop 1/4 cup of mixture into pan.

  3. Alternate cooking on each side until cooked through and golden brown.

  4. Transfer to a plate and dab with a paper towel, to absorb excess grease.

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Lemon Green Beans with Pine Nuts

  • 1/4 cups pine nuts

  • Green beans

  • 2 tablespoons garlic-infused oil

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • Lemon zest

  1. Toast pine nuts and set aside.

  2. Drop desired amount of green beans in boiling water and cook until tender. Drain and run under cold water.

  3. Whisk together additional ingredients. Pour over green beans evenly, then top with pine nuts.

Food & DrinkJordyn Berglow FODMAP, Thanksgiving, recipesComment