The Best Side Dishes for Easter

Easter dinner is one of those meals where the sides are just as important as the main. Whether you’re anchoring the table with a Herb Crusted Prime Rib, a Crockpot Ham, or a showstopping Roasted Leg of Lamb, the sides are what round out the meal and keep everyone coming back for more.

This list covers all the classics – creamy potato dishes, green bean recipes, roasted vegetables, cold salads, fresh-baked rolls, and a few crowd-pleasers that work whether you’re feeding four people or forty. Some are make-ahead friendly, some come together in under 20 minutes, and all of them are the kind of recipes people ask you to bring every year.

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Mashed Potatoes

No Easter table is complete without a big bowl of mashed potatoes. These are buttery, fluffy, and perfectly seasoned – the kind of mashed potatoes people ask for the recipe for. Make a double batch because the leftovers are just as good the next day.

Recipe: Mashed Potatoes

Green Bean Casserole

The classic that belongs on every holiday table. Green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce topped with crispy fried onions – it’s cozy, familiar, and absolutely delicious. This is the one people expect to see at Easter dinner, and for good reason.

Recipe: Green Bean Casserole

Deviled Eggs

What’s Easter without deviled eggs? Creamy, tangy filling piped into perfectly cooked egg whites and topped with a little paprika. These disappear faster than any other dish on the table, so make a double batch if you want to actually get one.

Recipe: Deviled Eggs

Rosemary Glazed Carrots

Tender roasted carrots with a buttery rosemary glaze that’s just a little sweet and completely addictive. Carrots are an Easter classic, and this version makes them feel special. They’re easy to pull together and look beautiful on the table.

Recipe: Rosemary Glazed Carrots

Pea Salad

Sweet peas, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a creamy dressing – this salad is a nostalgic Easter staple for a reason. It’s cold, creamy, and a little tangy, which makes it a perfect contrast to all the warm, heavy dishes on the table.

Recipe: Pea Salad

Au Gratin Potatoes with Bacon

Cheesy, creamy potatoes with crispy bacon baked in. These au gratin potatoes are rich, comforting, and exactly what a holiday dinner calls for. They reheat well too, which means fewer headaches if you’re feeding a crowd.

Recipe: Au Gratin Potatoes with Bacon

Lemon Asparagus with Rosemary and Garlic

Asparagus is basically the unofficial vegetable of Easter, and this skillet version is bright, garlicky, and finished with fresh lemon. It cooks in minutes and the flavor is spot-on. A fresh, vibrant side that works with just about anything on the menu.

Recipe: Lemon Asparagus with Rosemary and Garlic

30 Minute Dinner Rolls

Soft, fluffy, golden dinner rolls that are ready in 30 minutes flat. No waiting around for a long rise – these come together fast and they taste like you spent all day making them. Warm rolls on the Easter table are never a bad idea.

Recipe: 30 Minute Dinner Rolls

Funeral Potatoes

Don’t let the name fool you – these are pure comfort food joy. Hash browns baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce and topped with a buttery cornflake crunch. This is a crowd-pleaser every single time, and it always disappears fast.

Recipe: Funeral Potatoes

Broccoli Salad

Crunchy broccoli tossed with bacon, sunflower seeds, raisins, and a sweet-tangy dressing. This is a crowd-pleasing potluck staple that holds up well and gets better as it sits. Make it ahead and let it chill – it’ll be one of the first things to go.

Recipe: Broccoli Salad

Bacon Wrapped Green Beans

Green bean bundles wrapped in bacon and roasted until caramelized and a little sticky. These are the side dish that people talk about after the meal. They look impressive on the table and taste even better than they look.

Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Green Beans

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Pecans

Sweet, fluffy mashed sweet potatoes topped with toasted marshmallows and crunchy pecans. This side dish walks the line between savory and dessert, which makes it a hit with kids and adults alike. It’s warm, cozy, and feels like a holiday hug in a dish.

Recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Pecans

Potato Salad

A classic American potato salad that’s creamy, tangy, and loaded with all the good stuff. Make it the day before and let the flavors come together – you’ll be glad you did. It’s the kind of side dish that works for Easter dinner or the backyard cookout the day after.

Recipe: Potato Salad

Sauteed Green Beans

Simple, bright, and ready in under 15 minutes. These sauteed green beans are garlicky and tender with just the right amount of snap. If you want something lighter than a casserole but still full of flavor, this is your go-to.

Recipe: Sauteed Green Beans

Cauliflower au Gratin

All the comfort of cheesy potatoes, but with cauliflower. This gratin is rich, creamy, and bubbling with melty cheese – and it’s a great option if you’re looking to sneak a vegetable in without anyone complaining. It’s that good.

Recipe: Cauliflower au Gratin

Twice Baked Potatoes

Crispy on the outside, fluffy and loaded with cheese and sour cream on the inside. Twice baked potatoes feel a little special, which makes them perfect for Easter. You can even make them ahead and reheat – total lifesaver for a busy holiday kitchen.

Recipe: Twice Baked Potatoes

Corn Casserole

Creamy, slightly sweet, and so easy to throw together. Corn casserole is the kind of side dish that makes everyone at the table ask what’s in it. It bakes up golden and custardy and pairs perfectly with ham, turkey, or anything else you’ve got going.

Recipe: Corn Casserole

Green Beans Almondine

Crisp-tender green beans tossed in browned butter with toasted almonds. This is a classic French-inspired side that feels elegant without requiring much effort. It’s light, nutty, and a great counterbalance to heavier holiday dishes.

Recipe: Green Beans Almondine

Duchess Potatoes

Piped mashed potatoes baked until golden with crispy edges and a fluffy, buttery center. These look impressive enough for a holiday but they’re really just fancy mashed potatoes. If you want a potato side that gets a few ‘oohs’ when it hits the table, this is the one.

Recipe: Duchess Potatoes