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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

Warm up your evenings with this comforting, healthy, and delicious mushroom shepherd's pie! Umami-rich and packed with flavor, the mushroom mixture is layered with lots of veggies and your choice of ground meat or veggie meat topped off with the most delicious creamy brown butter mashed potatoes. It's creamy, savory, cozy, and sure to make the whole family happy!

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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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Chelsea

Posted: 12/05/17

Another awesome roundup! Thanks for putting these together!

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You are so welcome!

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Thanks you for sending receipe
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FAQs

What is the one bite rule on Whole30? ›

Here's the rule in a nutshell: If you think your less healthy treat is going to be so delicious, so incredible, so worth it, and then you take your first bite and discover it's not… STOP EATING.

What to do after day 30 of Whole30? ›

Reintroduction basics
  1. Take it slow. Reintroduction takes at least 10 days, but can take up to 30 (or more). ...
  2. One at a time. Reintroduce each food or beverage group one at a time, like a scientific experiment. ...
  3. Reintroduction days. ...
  4. Challenge your system. ...
  5. Choose low-sugar options. ...
  6. Take breaks between groups.

Why do I feel worse 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.

Can you have popcorn on Whole30? ›

Anything with gluten is off-limits, along with rice, oats, corn and pseudo-grains like quinoa or buckwheat. That means no pasta and popcorn for 30 days.

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.

How much weight can I expect to lose on Whole30? ›

My first round of Whole30, I dropped 11 pounds and 13 inches; my second round, I dropped 6 pounds and 5 inches; and my third round, I maintained a healthy weight and dropped 3 inches.

Do you gain weight back after Whole30? ›

Many people will lose weight on a diet like Whole30, but weight loss isn't the only goal. The diet can also help if you are at risk for diabetes, and help with conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome. But after a 30-day wonder diet like Whole30, it's likely weight will return if you don't follow a few rules.

What is the one bite rule diet? ›

Many people use the one-bite rule. They insist that a child put one bite of food on his plate. Then, the child must take at least one bite of that food before he can leave the table, or have a second helping of a preferred food. Think about the dynamics of requiring children to eat a specific food.

What is a bite sized portion? ›

A bite-sized portion is typically a small amount of food that can be easily consumed in one bite.

Why can't you have butter on Whole30? ›

Clarified butter and ghee are the only sources of dairy allowed during your Whole30, as they've had their milk solids rendered out. Plain old butter is not allowed, as its milk proteins could impact the results of your program.

How many bites of food do you need to eat to be full? ›

5-7 bites per person is ideal for more satiating moments such as happy hours. 10-12 bites per person would be good for a breakfast or lunch event, while we recommend planning 15 bites per person for an evening event, especially if alcohol is included on the menu.

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