Thanksgiving rules ... When it comes to holidays, Thanksgiving is tops. A survey by YouGov on the most popular holidays of 2024 found that Thanksgiving is number one. 78% said Thanksgiving was their favorite holiday, followed by Memorial Day at 77% and Christmas at 76%.
Speaking of Thanksgiving, let's talk side dishes...
Side eye to these sides … Side dishes are really popular at Thanksgiving, with many preferring the sides to the actual. turkey. But not all sides get lots of love. According to an Instacart/Harris Poll survey, these are the five most hated side dishes:
- Cranberry Sauce: This tops the list of least favorites, with 27% of people saying "no thanks" to this fruity condiment.
- Green Bean Casserole: 25% of folks would rather pass on this veggie dish.
- Roasted Autumn Vegetables: 23% of people aren't fans of these seasonal veggies.
- Pecan Pie: Pecan pie ties with roasted veggies at 23% for least favorite.
- Sweet Potatoes/Yams: Whether mashed, candied, or in a casserole, 19% of people just can't get on board with these orange tubers.