8 Thanksgiving Sides From Trader Joes For Under $6

If you’re already overwhelmed by the thought of your Thanksgiving Day schedule, welcome to the club. Between timing that green bean casserole perfectly and making sure you aren’t serving undercooked turkey, there’s a long list of tasks to juggle on the big day.

Embracing a few store-bought shortcuts can make the difference between a stressful holiday and a feast that feels easy to pull together. If you’re wondering which items are worth adding to your holiday table, some of our favorite grocery stores have made finding top-quality premade products incredibly simple.

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Trader Joe’s offers a wide selection of whimsical snacks and ready-to-eat dishes all year round, and Thanksgiving is no exception. If you’re searching for something that captures the holiday spirit and adds a little extra flavor — think vanilla notes or a dash of citrus — this supermarket has you covered.

Whether it’s for the big day, a low-lift potluck, or even weekday holiday cravings, these quick and convenient items from TJ’s will make your life infinitely easier.

Butternut Squash Risotto

Planning to host a few vegetarian guests? Try this autumn-hued Butternut Squash Risotto as a side dishandpotential main course. Carnaroli rice, butternut squash, onion, white wine, grated cheese, and herbs create the subtly sweet and savory layers of flavor in this dish, which rings in at $4.50 for a two-serving portion. To plate it attractively, finish the risotto with some freshly grated Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil on top.

Herbed Dinner Rolls

Rolls are a Thanksgiving non-negotiable, but you don’t need to break out the stand mixer to serve some. Trader Joe’s limited-time Herbed Dinner Rolls are similar to the store’s perennially available, classic pull-apart rolls, with the added touch of a “melodic combination of herbs, including parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme.”

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Warm them up in the oven as the packaging suggests, serve with a generous pat of butter, and guests will assume they’re homemade. At $3.50 for eight rolls (roughly 44 cents apiece), this is an easy, budget-friendly option.

Turkey Flavored Gravy

Gravy at the Thanksgiving table often becomes an afterthought, and it’s hard to find time to make it after you’ve already roasted the bird and are trying to get everything on the table. Luckily, Trader Joe’s offers a variety of shelf-stable gravies this time of year — including a classic turkey gravy and a vegetarian-friendly version made with mushrooms — that are equal parts inexpensive and flavorful. You’ll pay $1.70 for the 17.6-ounce carton, which serves eight people.

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Cornbread Stuffing Mix

This shortcut takes very little preparation — just heating up some butter and water, then stirring in the stuffing — but it still saves you a lot of time chopping herbs, aromatics, and bread.

Trader Joe’s Cornbread Stuffing Mix combines toasted cornbread with herbs such as parsley and rosemary, along with chicken broth, onions, celery, garlic, and mushrooms. It comes together in about 15 minutes and is listed for just under $5 for a 12-serving box.

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Creamy Corn

If you’re looking for a dairy-rich dish for your Thanksgiving table, look no further. Trader Joe’s rich and decadent Creamy Corn — made with milk, cream, butter, cheddar, and shallots — might even win over those who usually avoid this sometimes divisive side. Priced at $4, it feeds about three people.

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Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish

Cranberry Orange Relish is a TJ’s tradition that’s been around for 24 years now, proving that other customers love its bright flavor. You can expect the typical tart-sweet profile of cranberry sauce, with a touch of citrus.

This relish contains only three ingredients: cranberries, oranges, and sugar. A 16-ounce container costs about $4 and serves six people. (And if you’d rather have regular cranberry sauce, you can find that in the Trader Joe’s deli section too.)

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Harvest Apple Salad Kit

This TJ’s item can help you out either on Thanksgiving or the day after. Tired of your usual leftover sandwich? Instead, try tossing some shredded turkey with this pre-made Harvest Apple Salad Kit for a hearty, seasonal lunch. Or, use the salad mix to add a quick pop of freshness to your turkey day spread.

It’s packed with shredded Unexpected Cheddar (a favorite from the Trader Joe’s cheese department), dehydrated apple crisps, and pecan pieces. A punchy apple vinaigrette ties all those flavors together for just $4 per pack.

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Vanilla Bean Whipped Sweet Potatoes

Your sweet potato casserole is getting a 2025 upgrade. Trader Joe’s describes this newcomer as “cloud-like” and includes instructions for cooking it in the microwave or oven, depending on how packed your cooking schedule might be.

You won’t find a layer of marshmallows on top, but heavy cream, butter, brown sugar, vanilla bean paste, and vanilla bean seeds are swirled inside. At $6, these Vanilla Bean Whipped Sweet Potatoes are a touch expensive than other ready-to-serve options, but considering that you don’t have to buy an expensive jar of vanilla beans or peel and mash your own potatoes, it’s absolutely worth it.