23 Easter Side Dishes So Good They Might Steal the Show

Make room on the table for sides that deserve just as much attention as the main dish. From creamy potato salads and cheesy casseroles to crisp veggies and retro desserts, these Easter-ready recipes bring plenty of color, comfort, and flavor to the feast. Whether you’re planning a big family brunch or a classic holiday dinner, these dishes help round out the menu in the most delicious way.

Amish Potato Salad

Close-up of a fork holding a bite of potato salad with egg, celery, and onion, topped with black pepper. — Amish Potato Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Creamy, tangy, and just a little sweet, this Amish potato salad blends tender potatoes with hard-boiled eggs and mustard for a side dish that always disappears fast.
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Watergate Salad

A bowl of green pistachio fluff salad topped with cherries and pecans, with a wooden spoon. Small bowls of marshmallows and pecans in the background. — Watergate Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This retro classic is light, fluffy, and full of sweet flavor thanks to pistachio pudding, pineapple, marshmallows, and whipped topping. Get the Recipe: Watergate Salad

Air Fryer Asparagus

A plate of roasted asparagus topped with grated cheese, garnished with lemon slices, on a wooden table surface. — Air Fryer Asparagus. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Tender on the inside and crisp on the edges, this air fryer asparagus is a quick and easy veggie side that goes with just about everything.
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Carrot Cheese Ball

A plate with a cheese-covered turkey-shaped spread, sliced carrots, celery sticks, cherry tomatoes, broccoli florets, parsley, and crackers. — Carrot Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Packed with cream cheese, shredded carrots, and savory seasonings, this festive cheese ball is a fun appetizer that’s easy to serve and even easier to enjoy.
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Loaded Smashed Potatoes

A plate of loaded potato bites topped with sour cream, bacon bits, and chopped green onions. — Loaded Smashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Crispy smashed potatoes topped with melty cheese, bacon, and green onions turn a simple side into something seriously crave-worthy.
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Maple Candied Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Brussels sprouts mixed with nuts in a clear bowl, placed on a wooden table with a baking tray in the background. — Maple Candied Brussels Sprouts. Photo credit: Fit as a Mama Bear.

These Brussels sprouts roast up caramelized and flavorful with a sweet maple glaze that makes them hard to resist. Get the Recipe: Maple Candied Brussels Sprouts

Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole

Glass dish with sweet potato casserole topped with a pecan and oat crumble. A spoon is inside, and the dish is partially served. Silver spoons and a cloth are beside it on a white wooden surface. — Sweet Potatoe Casserole: Photo Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Creamy sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy pecan layer make this gluten-free casserole a holiday favorite everyone can dig into.
Get the Recipe: Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole

Caramelized Onion Tartlets

Eight small puff pastry tarts topped with caramelized onions and herbs, arranged on a parchment-lined baking tray. — Caramelized Onion Tartlets. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Buttery tartlets filled with rich, sweet caramelized onions make an elegant bite-sized addition to any Easter spread.
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Grilled Corn and Peach Salad

A plate of salad with corn, beans, and diced peaches on a wooden table, accompanied by sliced oranges, whole peaches, cucumber slices, a small bowl of salt, gold utensils, and glass bottles. — Grilled Corn and Peach Salad. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Sweet peaches, smoky grilled corn, and fresh greens come together in a colorful salad with bright, fresh flavor.
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Cheesy Broccoli Bites

Plate of breaded and fried balls filled with melted cheese and herbs, one cut open to show the filling, on a light-colored background. — Cheesy Broccoli Bites. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Crispy, cheesy, and loaded with broccoli, these bites are a tasty way to serve veggies in a form everyone will want.
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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Baked casserole dish with a crispy, golden-brown top, set on a light gray wooden surface. — Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Layered with tender potatoes and a rich cheese sauce, this comforting dish is creamy, hearty, and made for holiday plates.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Mashed Potatoes

Fluffy, buttery, and classic for a reason, these mashed potatoes are the kind of side dish that works with every Easter main.
Get the Recipe: Mashed Potatoes

Buttery Dinner Rolls

A hand holding a partially eaten dinner roll over a plate with more rolls on a wooden table. — Buttery Dinner Rolls. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Soft, tender, and golden on top, these homemade dinner rolls are perfect for soaking up every last bit on the plate.
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Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Fries

A plate of breaded and fried vegetable sticks on a slate board, garnished with herbs. A bowl of red sauce and a small dish of green relish are in the background. — Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Fries. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Crunchy on the outside and packed with flavor, these air fryer chicken fries are a fun, crowd-pleasing option for kids and adults alike.
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Avocado Egg Salad

Lettuce leaves topped with creamy avocado mixture on a plate, garnished with chives and lemon slices; a hard-boiled egg and sliced avocado in the center. — Avocado Egg Salad. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

This creamy egg salad gets a fresh upgrade from avocado, making it a flavorful side or spread for crackers, toast, or sandwiches.
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Oven Roasted Beet Spread

Bright pink beet hummus in a rustic bowl with celery sticks, surrounded by fresh green vegetables and herbs in a dark, blurred background. — Best Low Carb Oven Roasted Beet Spread. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Roasted beets turn into a smooth, vibrant spread that adds bold color and earthy flavor to your appetizer lineup.
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Cheese Puffs Air Fryer

A pile of golden, crispy cheese pastries on a textured gray surface, garnished with a sprig of parsley, with colorful toothpicks in the background. — Cheese Puffs Air Fryer. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Light, airy, and full of cheesy goodness, these crisp little puffs make an irresistible snack or side for any gathering.
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Baked Cabbage Steaks

Grilled cabbage wedges topped with crushed garlic, herbs, and a spicy sauce on a dark plate. — Baked Cabbage Steaks using Air Fryer. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Air fryer cabbage steaks come out tender, caramelized, and full of savory flavor for a simple side with plenty of texture.
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Rutabaga Fries

Golden-yellow fries wrapped in parchment paper, garnished with herbs. — Rutabaga Fries. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

These baked rutabaga fries are a crisp, satisfying swap for traditional fries and a great way to add something different to the table.
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Green Bean Mushroom Casserole

Green bean casserole topped with crispy onions and herbs served on a white plate. — Green Bean Mushroom Casserole. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

Fresh green beans and mushrooms baked in a creamy sauce with a crispy onion topping make this casserole a holiday staple.
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Colorful Pickled Chinese Radish

Three white ceramic spoons with diced vegetables: purple in the top spoon, white in the middle spoon, and pink in the bottom spoon, arranged on a white surface. — Colorful Pickled Chinese Radish. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

Bright, tangy, and crunchy, these pickled radishes add a pop of color and a fresh bite to balance richer dishes.
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Instant Pot Collard Greens

A bowl of cooked greens with pieces of meat, placed on a wooden table next to a pressure cooker and a striped cloth. — Instant Pot Collard Greens. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Tender collard greens cook up fast in the Instant Pot, delivering rich, savory flavor in a classic southern-inspired side.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Collard Greens