14 Christmas Side Dishes Everyone Will Be Begging For
No holiday feast is complete without the perfect side dishes, and these 14 recipes deliver flavor, comfort, and festive flair. From savory classics to creative twists, each dish is designed to complement your main course and wow your guests. Perfect for Christmas dinner or any holiday gathering, these sides are sure to become instant favorites. Get ready to watch your table disappear as everyone comes back for seconds!
Green Beans Almondine
Green beans almondine is a French-inspired recipe that features tender-crisp green beans tossed with toasted almond slivers, butter, garlic, and seasoning. This classic vegetable side dish pairs well with your family’s favorite main dishes, making dinners a snap. In just 20 minutes you can whip up a healthy green bean dish perfect for any weeknight or holiday dinner!
Cheesy Mushroom and Pea Orzo
Cheesy Mushroom and Pea Orzo that is made with three kinds of cheese, baby bellas, and Libby’s® Sweet Peas Pouch is a delicious casserole perfect for serving on holidays or with Sunday dinner.
Crack Green Beans – Fresh or Canned
Green beans are the perfect side dish for a family dinner any day of the week, but especially the holidays. Inject some flavor into your traditional recipe and try these crack green beans! The green beans are sautéed in a sweet and savory sauce and then tossed with crispy bacon. It’s a winning combination!
Potato and Cheese Pierogi
Our favorite homemade potato and cheese pierogi recipe is easy to make ahead and a perfect cozy side dish!
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole
I don’t know about you, but a Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans is always a must on my Thanksgiving Table. This recipe is going to make your Thanksgiving cooking a whole lot easier by showing you how to make this classic into an Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole! Save the oven for the turkey, we’ve got you covered here.
Spinach Pie Recipe
Spinach mixes with feta cheese, cream cheese, and cottage cheese and then is layered amongst crispy layers of phyllo dough for the most decadent Spinach Pie Recipe you’ve ever tasted. This dish is creamy, decadent, and oh so delicious!
Easy Oven Roasted Maple Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple Glaze are coated in a tasty maple syrup mixture and roasted until tender, caramelized and slightly golden. This side dish is the perfect addition to your weekly meals, meal-prep, Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas dinner. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.
Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
Learn how to make my super easy Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce, a healthier alternative to the store-bought cranberry sauce with real whole cranberries, a touch of sugar, loads of spices, and fresh orange juice. This recipe is perfect for your holiday meals, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, offering a delightful natural option.
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
Rather than making an entire sweet potato casserole this year, why not try a fun presentation with these easy Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes! Topped with toasted marshmallows and filled with creamy, buttery yams, these are perfect for your Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter dinner, or any night when you are craving a delicious and unique side!
Twice Baked Potatoes (Fast & Easy!)
Twice Baked Potatoes are now super fast and easy thanks to my trusty friend the Instant Pot, or electric pressure cooker! The potatoes are perfectly cooked every time in the Instant Pot. The insides are soft and fluffy, perfect for the twice baked potato filling! Make these plain and simple or load them up!
Campbell’s Green Bean Casserole
Campbell’s green bean casserole is a classic recipe that takes minimal prep work, is ready in a snap, and tastes delicious. This casserole is packed with green beans and a creamy sauce, perfect for the holidays, and then topped with crispy French fried onions. Plus, it only uses a handful of ingredients.
Cinnamon and Thyme Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
These Cinnamon and Thyme Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas. They cook on the stove top leaving more space in the oven, they taste amazing and are a hit with adults and children alike. Glazed with a wonderful mixture of brown sugar and butter, they are easy to make and so delicious. A great addition to your dinner table this holiday season.
Homemade Cranberry Orange Relish
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Fresh, with a sweet-tart flavor, this homemade cranberry orange relish is not only easy to make but the perfect cranberry side dish to serve with your Thanksgiving or Christmas turkey.
Rosemary Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes
This festive Rosemary Mashed Potatoes recipe gets an elegant twist thanks to rich browned butter infused with garlic and herbs. A decadent side that’s easy to make for everything from casual dinners to holiday feasts. Vegetarian.
