Best Side Dishes for Christmas
Christmas dinner may start with the main course, but the sides are what fill the table. We've rounded up the Best Side Dishes for Christmas to help you build your holiday menu. You'll find creamy casseroles, buttery potatoes, fresh vegetables, homemade breads and plenty more to serve alongside the main course.
From comforting classics to fresh, vibrant additions, these sides are the kind of dishes guests reach for first. Planning a traditional Christmas dinner or trying something new this year? These recipes make it easy to round out the menu with sides everyone can dig into.
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- Veggie Side Dishes for Christmas
- Brussels Sprout Casserole
- Honey and Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
- Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole
- Sautéed Green Beans with Shallots
- Pumpkin Carrot Soup
- Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
- Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
- Green Bean Casserole
- Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
- More Round Ups
- Potato Dishes for Christmas
- Idahoan Mashed Potatoes
- Sweet Potato Casserole with Pumpkin
- Crispy Potato Galette from CookEatLiveLove
- Garlic Butter Fondant Potatoes from xoxoBella
- Recipes for Breads at Christmas
- Old Fashioned Turkey Dressing
- Old Fashioned Sweet Dinner Rolls from Mae's Menu
- Savory Cheddar and Sage Biscuits from Brunch & Batter
- Rosemary Garlic Bread from Chew Out Loud
- Pull-Apart Festive Christmas Dinner Rolls Wreath Recipe from Ann's Entitled Life
- More Recipes
Veggie Side Dishes for Christmas
Here is a collection of our favorite veggie side dishes for Christmas dinner. Many can be made ahead for an easier day of!
Brussels Sprout Casserole
This Brussels Sprout Casserole is rich, cheesy and packed with crispy bacon and tender sprouts baked in a creamy cheddar-Gruyere sauce. A golden panko topping adds just the right amount of crunch, making it a delicious addition to Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
Honey and Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
These Honey and Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots combine sweet honey, melted butter and a subtle hint of cinnamon. Roasted until tender with lightly caramelized edges, these carrots are simple enough for weeknight dinners but special enough for your holiday table.
Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole
This Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole is creamy, cheesy and topped with buttery crumbs that bake until golden and crisp. Tender broccoli and cauliflower are folded into a rich, savory filling for an easy vegetable side that fits right in on a holiday table.
Sautéed Green Beans with Shallots
These Sautéed Green Beans with Shallots are tender-crisp and buttery, with plenty of savory flavor from fresh garlic and shallots. Ready in under 20 minutes in one skillet, they're an easy side for holiday dinners or busy weeknights.
Pumpkin Carrot Soup
This Pumpkin Carrot Soup recipe is cozy, creamy and full of warm fall flavors. Sweet carrots, fresh ginger and pumpkin purée simmer together with coconut milk and a touch of warming spices, creating a silky carrot pumpkin soup that feels like the perfect meal on chilly nights.
Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
This Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce is sweet and tangy, with fresh cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar and a hint of vanilla. The berries cook down into a thick, textured sauce that belongs right alongside turkey, ham and all your favorite Christmas sides.
Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Our Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts are tender on the inside and caramelized around the edges, with maple syrup adding just the right amount of sweetness. Crispy bacon brings a smoky, salty bite that pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of the roasted sprouts.
Green Bean Casserole
This Green Bean Casserole gives the classic holiday side an upgrade with tender fresh green beans. They're mixed into a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with plenty of crispy onions and baked until bubbly and golden brown.
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
This Roasted Butternut Squash Soup is silky smooth and naturally sweet, with savory depth from roasted squash, caramelized onion and garlic. Made with simple ingredients, it's an easy way to add a warm bowl of soup to a holiday meal or serve as dinner on a chilly weeknight.
Potato Dishes for Christmas
From buttery mashed potatoes to rich, creamy scalloped potatoes, these recipes bring plenty of comfort to the Christmas dinner table.
Idahoan Mashed Potatoes
These Idahoan Mashed Potatoes are rich, creamy and made completely from scratch. Idaho russet potatoes, real butter and whipping cream give them a fluffy texture and classic buttery flavor that belongs on the Christmas dinner table.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pumpkin
This Sweet Potato Casserole with Pumpkin combines roasted sweet potatoes, pumpkin puree and warm spices with a buttery pecan topping. It's a delicious twist on classic sweet potato casserole and an easy addition to Thanksgiving, Christmas or any holiday dinner.
Crispy Potato Galette from CookEatLiveLove
This Savory Potato Galette layers thinly sliced potatoes with garlic and herbs, then bakes them until tender with crisp, golden edges. It's a flavorful alternative to traditional potato sides and a beautiful addition to the Christmas dinner table.
Get the recipe here.
Garlic Butter Fondant Potatoes from xoxoBella
These Garlic Butter Fondant Potatoes, also known as melting potatoes, are crispy and golden on the outside with soft, tender centers. Butter, fresh thyme and garlic add plenty of savory flavor, making them a delicious side for roast chicken, beef, pork or a holiday dinner.
Get the recipe here.
Recipes for Breads at Christmas
There's nothing quite like the aroma of fresh bread baking, especially during the holidays. From rosemary garlic bread to flaky savory biscuits, these homemade favorites are ready for any table.
Old Fashioned Turkey Dressing
This Old Fashioned Turkey Dressing is rich and buttery, with savory flavor from onion, celery and warm spices. Easy to prepare ahead of time, it's a classic holiday side that pairs perfectly with turkey, ham and all the Christmas dinner favorites.
Old Fashioned Sweet Dinner Rolls from Mae's Menu
These Old Fashioned Sweet Dinner Rolls are soft, pillowy and a great choice for beginner bread bakers. They take a few hours from start to finish, but most of that time is spent letting the dough rise before baking into fluffy homemade rolls for Christmas dinner.
Get the recipe here.
Savory Cheddar and Sage Biscuits from Brunch & Batter
These Savory Cheddar and Sage Biscuits are light, fluffy and buttery, with sharp cheddar, fresh sage and tangy buttermilk in every bite. The savory herbs and cheese make them a flavorful bread to serve alongside Christmas dinner.
Get the recipe here.
Rosemary Garlic Bread from Chew Out Loud
This Rosemary Garlic Bread is golden and crisp on the outside with a soft, fluffy center and plenty of garlic and rosemary flavor.
Get the recipe here.
Pull-Apart Festive Christmas Dinner Rolls Wreath Recipe from Ann's Entitled Life
Bake a beautiful pull-apart Christmas dinner roll wreath, perfect for holiday gatherings. Soft, fluffy, and easy to make, this bread is sure to impress guests.
Get the recipe here.
Planning the rest of your Christmas menu? Start the day with our Christmas Breakfast Ideas, then browse our Best Holiday Appetizers for even more recipes to carry you through to dinner.
All the recipes Look delicious. Tried some of them they were amazing,
Thanks so much for letting us know. Happy you enjoyed them!
This is a great selection of side dishes! Such yummy recipes.