Thanksgiving Soups & Salads to Kick Off the Feast

By Jenn Segal

While Thanksgiving dinner might revolve around the turkey and sides, starting with a great soup or salad makes the meal feel extra special. Whether it’s a cozy bowl of pumpkin soup to warm everyone up or a crisp, seasonal salad, these recipes set the stage for the feast to come.

Pumpkin Soup

Flavored with leeks, maple syrup and spices, this pumpkin soup is the ultimate fall comfort food.
Mixed Green Salad with Goat Cheese, Glazed Pecans & Maple Dijon Vinaigrette

This elegant mixed green salad is my go-to for company—maple-glazed pecans, creamy goat cheese, and a tangy-sweet vinaigrette make it a hit every time!
Butternut Squash Soup

Effortlessly easy and irresistibly silky, this easy butternut squash soup is brimming with naturally sweet and savory flavors—perfect comfort food for crisp fall days.
Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese, Walnuts & Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette

Perfect for dinner parties or jazzing up a weeknight meal (try topping it with steak, salmon, or chicken for a complete dish), my roasted beet salad looks as amazing as it tastes.
Autumn Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup

With carrots, sweet potatoes and apples, this savory soup with a hint of sweetness is the essence of fall.
Kale, Apple and Pancetta Salad

This festive autumn salad, with kale, radicchio, and a zingy maple vinaigrette, is a bright and flavorful addition to your holiday table.
Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup

This easy-to-make butternut squash soup with sweet potatoes, apples, and warm spices tastes like fall in a bowl.
Brussels Sprout Salad with Apples, Walnuts & Parmesan

A fall-inspired shaved Brussels sprouts salad that’s so scrumptious, even the skeptics might come back for seconds!
Cream of Mushroom Soup

Cozy, rich, and just right for any meal, this cream of mushroom soup delivers deep, satisfying flavor.
Kale, Brussels Sprouts & Dried Cranberry Salad with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette

This hearty kale and Brussels sprouts salad is a fresh and satisfying way to bring seasonal flavors to your holiday table—and perfect for leftovers all week long!
Potato Leek Soup

Cozy up with this comforting potato leek soup, a classic French dish that’s easy to make and endlessly customizable.

November 23, 2024