25 Best Easter Side Dishes

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We all know that a big part of any Easter dinner and celebration is the Easter side dishes. Aaaaaaaaaaaaall those delicious sides to fill up your plate.

I am talking family favorite potato dishes, casseroles, fresh salads, light soups, roasted vegetables, all the green beans you can eat and more.

Especially ones like Easter fruit salad and this green bean casserole recipe that go well with all the Easter ham, lamb, beef, fish and vegan mains. Make one, all, mix and match them, prep some ahead, make a little, make a lot and feed a crowd. I got you, friends, I got you.

What Should You Serve for Easter Dinner?

Need ideas for some Easter Main Dishes? I got you. Try these tried and tested recipes below with your Easter meal and enjoy every mouthful!

• Easy Air Fryer Ham.
• Delicious Honey Glazed Baked Picnic Ham.
• Crispy on the outside Air Fryer Whole Chicken.
• Juicy Roast Lamb.
• Lick your plate clean Vegan Meatloaf.
• Check out this big old list of easy Easter Main Dishes.

Easy Easter Dinner Sides Dishes

So I have gathered up a range of my favorite Easter side dishes, including traditional sides, fusion sides and more – so there is something for you to serve everyone. Happy eating.

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Smothered Potatoes

Smothered Potatoes are a very versatile side dish that goes with just about any meal. Made entirely from pantry staples with minimal prep and effort in less than 25 minutes, this is well loved by the family potato side dish.

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Crockpot Mashed Potatoes

Savor the creamy goodness of Crockpot Mashed Potatoes, an ideal side dish for Easter or any occasion. This recipe promises velvety, buttery mashed potatoes with minimal fuss.

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Air Fryer Asparagus

Cooking asparagus in the air fryer requires just 3 simple ingredients and is ready in a fraction of the time as traditional methods. This asparagus recipe will become your favorite side dish, snack, or appetizer!

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Green Bean Casserole Recipe

This flavorful and comforting Green Bean Casserole Recipe is easy to make in less than 30 minutes. It’s the perfect side dish for any meal! 

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Creamed Corn

This delicious homemade creamed corn recipe is way better than the canned version and only takes minutes to prepare! 

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Air Fryer Green Beans

These Air Fryer Green Beans are the perfect mix of easy, quick, and oh-so-tasty vegetable treats. The crispy yet tender green beans are cooked in very little low-calorie cooking oil, making them a healthier treat.

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Brussel Sprouts Gratin

This Brussel Sprouts Gratin recipe turns humble veggies into a mouthwatering masterpiece. This low-carb side dish perfectly complements your favorite pork or meat dishes.

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Smothered Green Beans

Smothered green beans are cooked until tender and tossed with crispy bacon for a wonderful recipe ideal for any family dinner, large gathering, or holiday table.

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Scalloped Potatoes (Oven, Instant Pot or Air Fryer)

Scalloped Potatoes are a delicious and versatile make-ahead side dish. It’s so easy to make this In the Oven, Instant Pot, or Air Fryer, so it’s great for casual weekday dinners, holidays, and special occasions alike.

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Glazed Instant Pot Carrots

These Instant Pot Glazed Carrots make an easy, fast, tasty, and colorful side dish. Made with fresh carrots and pantry staples, this is ready in less than 15 minutes.

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Instant Pot Colcannon

This traditional Irish dish combines creamy mashed potatoes and cabbage and is ready to serve in less than 30 minutes.

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Tossed Salad

This tossed salad is so colorful and flavorful. It’s loaded with crunchy vegetables, topped with a delicious dressing, and easily customizable. I love serving this with deviled eggs.

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Boiled Corn on the Cob

Boiled corn on the cob turns out perfectly tender-crisp and juicy without the risk of charring you get when you grill fresh corn. Fresh sweet corn is ready in less than 10 minutes!

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Scalloped Corn

This Scalloped Corn recipe stands as a classic favorite. Sweet kernels of corn are combined with eggs and cheese and you have a real crowd-pleaser.

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Dump And Start Garlic Butter Instant Pot Red Potatoes

Looking for a simple and comforting side dish you can quickly whip up as a side for any meal? This dump-and-start garlic butter Instant Pot Red Potatoes ticks all the boxes and is ready in less than 25 minutes!

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White Cheddar Mac and Cheese

Creamy white cheddar mac and cheese is a true comfort food classic! This white cheddar mac and cheese recipe comes together in minutes and is perfect for serving as a vegetarian main dish or classic side. Or serve a classic macaroni instead.

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Sweet Potato Gratin (Oven and Instant Pot)

This easy gratin with sweet potatoes is the perfect make-ahead decadent side or even main dish. This is a rich and delicious twist to the classic sweet potato au gratin casserole made with pantry staples in the oven or Instant Pot. Top with fresh herbs for all the flavor.

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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Loaded cauliflower casserole is a low carb twist on classic comfort food. Easy to make and ready in 30 minutes, this vegetable casserole recipe is sure to satisfy!

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Instant Pot Asparagus Soup

Instant Pot Asparagus Soup is a delicate and creamy nod to springtime. This low-carb soup can be served hot or cold and is perfect for serving at Easter, Mother’s Day, or any time you crave a light yet robustly flavorful soup. 

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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is the ultimate side dish or appetizer to serve at Easter, the holidays, or your next dinner party. Prepare up to 24 hours in advance, then bake the asparagus wrapped in bacon in the oven just before serving. 

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Cornbread Casserole

Get ready to wrangle some serious flavor with this downright delicious Cornbread Casserole. Whether you’re craving a savory cowboy dinner or a zesty taco twist, this Jiffy-based recipe will become your new weeknight dinner go-to.

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Southern Grape Salad

This family-favorite Southern Grape Salad recipe requires only 10 minutes of prep and a few ingredients to whip up! It is creamy, crunchy, and a great side dish that doubles as dessert for Easter, potlucks, and summer evenings.

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Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Toss baby potatoes with olive oil and Italian seasoning, then roast in the air fryer until crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Great holiday meal side.

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Pea Salad Recipe 

Creamy Pea Salad is truly tasty and soooo easy to make. A no-fuss, low-carb side dish that is perfect for celebration meals.

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Easy Yeast Rolls

Learn how surprisingly simple it is to make homemade dinner rolls! These homemade yeast rolls are the perfect addition to holiday feasts like Easter brunch and everyday meals alike.

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I hope you enjoy this list of Easter Side Dishes, and that they help make your holiday celebration even more delicious!

More Easter Recipes You Might Like

• Best Easter Main Dishes.
• Best Easter Dessert Recipes.
• Best Easter Brunch Menu Ideas.
• Air Fryer Easter Recipes.
• Easter Fruit Tray.
• Easter Fruit Salad.

Tips For Success

• Create a timeline: Whether it’s a dinner for 4 or brunch for 20, identifying when certain tasks need to be done helps ensure your meal comes together smoothly.
• Get a jump on the prep work: Defrosting, chopping, slicing, and assembling certain dishes in advance means you’ll have less work to do on the day of your event.
• Set your table in advance: Get your dishes, glassware, serving platters, and utensils set out the night before to make sure you have all you need and can check that task off your list.

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