Side Dishes to Make the Holidays Special

Side dishes might play second fiddle on the plate, but trust me, they’re the secret sauce to turning any ordinary meal into a feast. Whether you’re looking to jazz up your weeknight dinners or impress your guests at a gathering, we’ve got a lineup of side dish recipes that’ll steal the spotlight. From crispy roasted veggies to cheesy potatoes that are basically a hug for your taste buds, these recipes are all about simplicity without sacrificing flavor.

Sweet Potato Casserole

This gluten-free sweet potato casserole is a must-try recipe this season that you just won’t be able to get enough of! It’s a healthier version of traditional sweet potato casserole featuring a creamy filling and a crunchy oatmeal topping that’s sweet to just the right level. The best part? It’s not only gluten-free but also dairy-free, making it perfect for any holiday table!
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Perfect Seasoned Roasted Sweet Potatoes

This delicious roasted sweet potato recipe is a true game-changer for all the sweet potato lovers out there. It’s a simple yet incredibly satisfying dish that can be whipped up in no time. With its perfect blend of sweetness and comfort, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Gluten Free Corn Casserole

You don’t have to give up classic comfort food just because you are gluten free. This Gluten Free Corn Casserole is a simple side dish that will be a hit on your Thanksgiving or Christmas table and no one will know it’s gluten free.
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Buttery Roasted Acorn Squash

This simple Buttery Roasted Acorn Squash makes the perfect side dish for any fall or winter dinner. It’s salty and sweet and pairs well with any protein. (gluten free)
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Roasted Maple Sweet Potatoes And Cranberries

Roasted Maple Sweet Potatoes and Cranberries will be a sure hit at your Thanksgiving celebration. The cranberries become so sweet and juicy when roasted with maple syrup and the sweet potatoes get a nice caramelization. {gluten free, paleo}
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Strawberry And Pecan Spinach Salad With Blue Cheese

This fresh Strawberry and Pecan Spinach Salad is easy to put together, gluten-free and a great way to show off summer strawberries. Make it for an easy lunch or take it to your next cookout.
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Brussels Sprout Salad

Try this Brussels Sprout Salad with Pear and Pomegranate. It’s packed with healthy seasonal ingredients and loaded with gorgeous colors. This delicious salad is crisp, refreshing, and tossed with a simple apple cider vinaigrette. It’s a perfect side dish to accompany a holiday meal or any main dish for weeknight dinners.
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Gouda Cheddar Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin

Gouda cheddar parmesan scalloped potatoes from scratch are the perfect side dish and comfort food. Although you can use any cheese you like for such a dish, smoked Gouda, white cheddar and parmesan cheese go especially well together, making this the best potatoes au gratin for a special occasion.
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Sweet Potatoes With Candied Maple Pecans

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and it’s time to think about a holiday sweet potato recipe. Some people like to make their favourite dishes every year while others like to change things up. If you’re looking for a slightly different sweet potato dish for your holiday menu, I bet you’ll love this sweet potatoes with candied maple pecans recipe. Its streusel-like topping makes a change from the classic dish.
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Roasted Brussels Sprout Pomegranate Pancetta Feta Casserole

There is no doubt this roasted Brussels sprout pomegranate pancetta feta casserole is something very special. It’s a heavenly bacon feta side dish. This easy Brussels sprout casserole makes a delicious Autumn or Thanksgiving side dish. So if you want to team Brussels sprouts with feta and more, read on to find out how to make it.
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Ina Garten’s Butternut Squash Salad

Here we have the famous Ina Garten Butternut Squash Salad with warm cider vinaigrette that should certainly be on your list of things to make this fall. It highlights the bounty of the season while offering an eye-catching and seasonally balanced meal. Simple and elegant, make this arugula butternut squash salad for meal prep or serve it as the centerpiece to your Thanksgiving table.
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Mashed Potato Casserole

This Mashed Potato Casserole recipe is a double-layered, silky smooth, super decadent potato recipe that will have you begging for more. Beautifully bright sweet potatoes and super creamy Yukon gold potatoes are mashed to perfection, then baked one on top of the other in a casserole fashion.
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Garlic Butter Cooked Baby Carrots

This super-simple recipe for garlic butter baby carrots is going to be your new go-to side dish! This method is both fast and easy because the cooked baby carrots are boiled and seasoned in one pot. And the best part is they’re a great side dish with almost any dinner or holiday meal.
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Easy Brown Rice Salad With Cranberries And Orange

This Easy Brown Rice Salad has fresh oranges, dried cranberries and toasted nuts. It is the perfect make-ahead side dish for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas or any festive occasion.
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Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

These Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes are unbelievably fluffy, creamy, light, and so easy to make. This sweet and savory side dish is perfect for a holiday table or year round weeknight dinners!
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Broccoli Cheese Casserole (From Scratch)

Who doesn’t love Broccoli Cheese Casserole?? This cozy homemade version doesn’t contain any canned “cream of” soup and still comes together super fast and easy. Broccoli cheese casserole is a comfort food classic that is great as a Thanksgiving side, or just a tasty addition to dinner any night of the week. Plus, it’s a great way to use up leftover rice from the night before!
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Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts

I’m all about keeping my side dishes as easy as possible. I want my main dish to be the star of the show, and I don’t want to spend tons of time or energy on something that is just being served on the side, so roasted vegetables are almost always on the menu! They’re easy, tasty, and mostly hands off. Since we’re moving into “winter vegetable” season, I thought I’d do a quick tutorial on roasted Brussels sprouts, so you can whip up this simple and delicious side dish with any of your fall or winter meals.
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (No Draining)

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are creamy, fluffy and perfect side dish to anything! Ready in 30 minutes, making mashed potatoes in Instant Pot requires no dicing or draining the spuds.
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Collard Greens

Easter is coming up and I know a lot of people will be cooking a big Easter ham, so here’s an easy recipe that will help you make use of that leftover ham bone, OR that you can make anytime the craving hits using a smoked ham hock. These Collard Greens are super easy, the leftovers reheat beautifully, and they make a great side for just about any dinner. Collard greens are a southern dinner staple and one of my all-time favorite side dishes!
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Roasted Beet Salad

A roasted beet salad recipe is ideal if you want to serve a light lunch or a light appetizer before your main meal. Expect a riot of bright colors and fresh, delicious flavors in every mouthful. Roasted beet tangerine salad is a visually gorgeous dish and it’s easy to make from scratch. Although salads might be associated with the warmer months, this one is also perfect for fall and winter when beets are in season.
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Garlic Green Beans

Sautéed Garlic Green Beans is healthy, easy vegetable side dish ready in under 15 minutes. Fresh green beans are tossed with olive oil and savory garlic, then ready to be enjoyed year round or at Holidays.
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Homemade Mac And Cheese

If there’s one recipe that all cooks need to have under their belt, it’s a classic homemade mac and cheese recipe. Like, nothing fancy or unique, just straight-up creamy, comforting, cheesy goodness! So that’s what I have for you today.
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