Christmas is just around the corner, and just like many other holidays, the tradition is family gather around and munch on some tasty food! A great tradition, if I may say so. If you’re on the Paleo diet, you may be wondering what kind of Paleo Christmas dishes you can serve that’s both delicious and healthy. Fret not! I have 25 delicious Paleo Christmas Recipes right here – including entrees, side dishes, desserts, cookies, and more!
Holiday Paleo Diet Tips
Before we get in to the delicious recipes, I just wanted to provide some overall tips for how to keep it paleo for Christmas or any other holiday occasion.
Tip #1 – there is no need to be insanely strict. It’s one thing to want to be healthy and eat paleo, but really just one day where you eat green beans or maybe have a non-paleo christmas cookies really going to be okay.
Tip #2 – with tip #1 said, don’t over do it! If you’re always very strict, and never eat any gluten or any sugar, your body is going to be pretty unhappy with you when you suddenly introduce a bunch of junk to your body!
Delicious Paleo Christmas Recipes
1
Roast Beef
Photo Credit:www.willcookforsmiles.com
Classic Roast Beef recipe is so flavorful and easy to make for a holiday and weekend dinner. This recipe features an eye of round roast cooked in the oven at a lower temperature for the best and most tender texture. Roast beef is perfectly cooked to medium-rare temperature but you can easily adjust it to medium by cooking it a few more minutes.
2
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Canadian Bacon
This super easy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Canadian Bacon is an easy side dish that's perfect for any Holiday meal. It's paleo, whole30, and keto friendly.
3
Stuffed Lamb Recipe - Cranberry Pesto Stuffed Lamb
Photo Credit:www.runningtothekitchen.com
A simple cranberry pesto made with basil, mint, garlic and pine nuts makes this stuffed American lamb recipe a gorgeously festive and delicious winter dish perfect as a holiday dinner party centerpiece.
4
Low Carb Sweet Potato Casserole (Whole30, Paleo, Keto, Dairy/Nut/Coconut Free)
Photo Credit:thecastawaykitchen.com
We’re getting a little feisty with this low carb sweet potato casserole. Spiced and thickened with mayo and egg (trust me), and topped with crispy sweet bacon… that’s totally sugar-free because coconut aminos are magic.
5
Prime Rib
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Your holiday dinners won’t be complete without a perfect Prime Rib at the center of the table. Prime Rib can also be called standing rib roast and I’m sharing my method for cooking it by slow roasting in the oven. Simply seasoned with salt and pepper, this steak lets its flavors shine and it is served with Red Wine Au Jus for dipping.
6
Paleo and Vegan Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Gluten-Free, Paleo, Allergy-Free)
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The easiest Paleo and Vegan Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe is also the best! Just 3 ingredients for these healthy, creamy, dairy-free mashed sweet potatoes! Gluten-free, paleo, and allergy-free, you can make this side dish savory or sweet! Kid-friendly and perfect for a simple weeknight meal or a holiday dinner!
7
Christmas-Spiced Pork Tenderloin
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This Christmas-Spiced Pork Tenderloin features juicy pork coated in rosemary, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. It's easy to make and makes your kitchen smell amazing!
8
Oven Roasted Garlic Butter Green Beans
I absolutely love easy side dish ideas. So here’s yet another easy peasy side dish recipe – this Oven Roasted Garlic Butter Green Beans recipe is tasty and super simple to make. They go well with steak, chicken, seafood, or whatever you prefer as your Christmas entree!
9
Real Food Eggnog Recipe {dairy-free option, Paleo, Low Carb}
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This traditional Real Food Eggnog recipe gives you a thick eggnog (the best texture) — without the unnatural thickeners so common in commercial recipes.
10
Honey Glazed Carrots
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These Honey Glazed Carrots are a deliciously sweet and savory holiday side dish loved by the whole family. Easy to prepare and incredibly addictive, these Honey Glazed Carrots are made with simple ingredients and pair perfectly with your favorite chicken, beef, and fish recipes.
11
Easy Cast Iron Whole Roasted Chicken (Gluten-Free, Paleo)
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A simple and easy cast iron whole roasted chicken that's full of flavor, perfectly moist and tender, and just waiting to be served at the dinner table! This recipe is gluten-free, allergy-free, and paleo using a no-fail method for success!
12
Paleo Orange Cranberry Cookies
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These paleo orange cranberry cookies just might become a favorite, I know they have in my house. With a few ingredients in a couple of steps, you can have some delicious healthy Christmas cookies.
13
Gluten Free Green Bean Casserole
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Green bean casserole goes gourmet with this from scratch recipe! With a homemade dairy free cream of mushroom base, and homemade crispy onions…this dish will be the star of the table.
14
Simple Oven Roasted Asparagus
Simple and delicious - this is the perfect way to make some delicious Oven Roasted Asparagus. Perfect side that goes with any Christmas Entrée!
15
Paleo and Vegan Caramel Pecan Cheesecake - Texanerin Baking
Photo Credit:www.texanerin.com
This paleo and vegan caramel pecan cheesecake is also paleo, no-bake and truly rich, creamy and decadent. Nobody will miss the dairy in this recipe!
16
Prime Rib Roast for Two! (Paleo, Keto, Gluten Free)
If you have a smaller crowd this year, try this Prime Rib Roast for Two! Goes great with any side dishes, and it's paleo, keto, and whole30. The best part? It's an easy recipe too!
17
AIP Gingerbread Cookies (Paleo, GF)
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Gingerbread Cookies are a classic recipe and easy! These simply perfect holiday cookies are so much fun to make and delicious to eat! Egg-free, nut-free, Paleo and Gluten-free.
18
Air Fryer Turkey Breast Recipe
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Air Fryer Turkey Breast is incredibly moist, juicy and so easy to make! Perfect for both busy midweek meals and holiday celebrations.
19
Easy Paleo Christmas Sugar Cookies
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Making grain-free Christmas cookies is simple, especially now that gluten-free flours are easy to find. I am using a combination of almond flour and coconut flour. You can use coconut sugar to make this paleo, but if you are not paleo and just want a healthier cookie, you can use organic sugar.
20
Dijon Pomegranate Roasted Brussel Sprouts (Paleo + Keto Thanksgiving Menu)
Photo Credit:thecastawaykitchen.com
Toasty, sweet, crunchy, with a pop of color from pomegranate seeds, and just begging to be devoured. These Dijon Pomegranate Roasted Brussel Sprouts are the perfect holiday side dish.
21
Paleo Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
Photo Credit:www.tessadomesticdiva.com
Chocolate and mint marry in this nut free, dairy free, egg free paleo thumbprint cookie!
22
Bacon Wrapped Turkey Roast (Keto, Paleo, Whole30)
Photo Credit:thecastawaykitchen.com
Everything is better with a little bacon, and this bacon wrapped turkey is no exception! Savory, satisfying, and super delicious!
23
Easy Fruitcake recipe
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This naturally sweetened easy fruitcake is packed with nuts, dried fruits and holiday cheer. No one will believe it's paleo.
24
Low carb keto meatloaf recipe
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This gluten-free low carb keto meatloaf recipe has everything that you’re looking for in a traditional meatloaf – and even more. Lean ground beef, onions, garlic, and a little bit of Mediterranean vibes in the form of chopped olives will bring a bouquet of new flavors to your table.
25
Balsamic Spinach and Mushrooms
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It's an incredibly fast and easy side dish that's also super healthy! These Balsamic Spinach and Mushrooms are a new favorite in our house that can be made in under 20 minutes!
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