While traditional dishes tend to win the day on Thanksgiving, it never hurts to add something new to the menu, especially if said novelty dish is packed with uniquely nutritious and, of course, delicious mushrooms. Whether you want to try out a gravy, salad, or stuffing, keep reading for seven 'shroom-centric recipes that will shake up your Turkey Day table.

Mushroom Gravy

No Thanksgiving menu is complete without gravy, and this 'shroomy version from the beloved recipe writers at Love & Lemons will turn meat-and-butter devoteés into vegan believers. Be warned: It’s so good your guests may guzzle it directly from the gravy boat.  

Wild Rice Salad With Mushrooms and Herbs

TBH, salads are rarely the most popular dishes on a Thanksgiving menu, but this is no ordinary lettuce compilation. In fact, its main ingredient is one of the most comforting foods on the planet—wild rice.  The gluten-free whole grain is mixed into a palate-pleasing medley including  savory and sweet goodies like onion, dried cranberry, roasted hazelnuts, herbs, and, of course, mushrooms. Even your salad-shunning uncle will go to town on this unexpected addition to your table.

Sweet Potato Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup

This creamy soup is like a warm, nourishing hug on a cold fall day. It’s vegan but can be supplemented with turkey or chicken for those who prefer even heartier fare.