Celebrating Hanukkah While Eating Paleo
Hanukkah is celebrated by over 100 countries and millions of people around the world each year. In addition to the religious practices and rituals of this time, the symbolism of hope, renewal, vitality, resilience, and simplicity can be found in everything from the Menorah to the holiday menu. To support the many people looking to celebrate Hanukkah who may have gluten allergies, dairy sensitivities, or simply a preference to eat minimally processed foods, we’ve curated a list of resources with hopes you’re able to focus on the reason for your holiday and be less stressed with planning and logistics. From our team to you and yours, Happy Hanukkah.
Grocery Shopping Practices that Align with Hanukkah
Prepare Your Hanukkah Menu
Night 1: Latke Variations with Sauce Options
Night 2: A Sweet Potato Twist to Classic Kugel and a Sage Cranberry Mocktail
Night 3: Turkey Meatballs with a Cucumber Tomato Salad
Night 4: Baked Cod with Winter Salad
Night 5: Vegan- Friendly Roasted Eggplant with Carrots
Night 6: Roasted Chicken and Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Night 7: Lamb Stew and Cranberry Lime Fizz
Night 8: Slow Cooker Brisket and Vegetables with Coconut Dessert
Support Optimal Digestion
Eating fried foods may cause GI upset, but incorporating fermented foods, foods rich in digestive enzymes, and drinking an apéritif and digestif surrounding your meal may reduce digestive issues. Also consider that minimizing or avoiding inflammatory foods and oils could also be supportive during this time.
Traditional Hanukkah Foods with Many Health Benefits
Root veggies
Leafy greens
Squash
Figs
Dates
Pomegranates
Almonds
Walnuts
Fish
Lamb
Poultry