As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us are preparing for the big meal.
But it’s interesting to look back at what Meghan Markle, nearly a decade ago, shared with her fans when she was running her now-defunct lifestyle blog, The Tig.
In a rediscovered post from 2014, Meghan shared a set of Thanksgiving recipes that she claimed would make you “The King or Queen of happy bellies & full hearts.”
The three dishes—offered with the help of Dr. Alejandro Junger and Dhru Purohit—are a healthy take on traditional holiday fare.
A Different Take on Turkey
Meghan kicked off her post by sharing her love for turkey, but also acknowledging that it isn’t always the best choice for small gatherings.
“I love a brined, stuffed and roasted turkey as much as anyone,” she wrote, “but if you’re just cooking for two, maybe a smaller bird is more up your alley.”
She emphasized that with a few tasty sides and a light dessert, anyone could enjoy a festive meal without overdoing it.
She called the recipes “gobble gobble good cooking” and promised there would be no “carb coma aftermath,” thanks to their healthy ingredients.
The first recipe was a roasted chicken breast with mushroom and leek gravy, a twist on the classic turkey.
This easy-to-make dish required just 10 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes in the oven.
For extra flavor, the recipe included herbs like thyme and parsley, along with mushrooms that she claimed could help boost immunity.
This chicken dish would be perfect for a cozy Thanksgiving dinner, especially if a free-range turkey isn’t on the menu.
Meghan even noted that it was around this time in 2017 when Prince Harry proposed to her, while she was roasting a chicken—perhaps a sign of good things to come!
A Fall-Inspired Salad
Next on the menu was a roasted acorn squash wedge salad with a sunflower sauce.
The salad, which also served two, took a bit more time to prepare—45 minutes in total.
Meghan assured her readers that it was a perfect way to enjoy the last of the fall produce, and that it could be made with mixed greens or just the squash and sauce if lettuce was hard to come by.
She highlighted the health benefits of sunflowers, which are rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and selenium.
The sauce was versatile and could easily become a staple in the kitchen. For anyone looking for an alternative Thanksgiving side, this salad might just hit the spot.
A Healthy Thanksgiving Treat
No Thanksgiving meal is complete without dessert, and Meghan’s choice was a simple yet delicious almond butter bite recipe.
These protein-packed treats were not only tasty, but also easy to make—no baking required.
Just mix the ingredients in a bowl, roll them into bite-sized balls, and let them firm up in the fridge or freezer.
Meghan described them as a great alternative to processed candy and mentioned they could even be dipped in chocolate for an extra treat.
They also made for a nourishing snack, whether enjoyed post-workout or as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
The best part? They kept for a long time, making them ideal for any Thanksgiving festivities or even as a thoughtful gift.
Meghan Markle’s New Venture
Though Meghan’s The Tig blog is no longer active, she is once again dipping her toes into the lifestyle space with her new brand, American Riviera Orchard.
Launched in March, the company sent jars of strawberry jam to famous friends like Mindy Kaling and Kris Jenner, all beautifully packaged with vibrant Sicilian lemons.
However, the brand has faced a few setbacks with trademarking the name, leaving fans curious about when its products will be available to the public.
As we wait for more details on American Riviera Orchard, it’s clear that Meghan’s passion for healthy living and great food continues to shape her ventures.
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