Easter Salads and Side Dishes – Fresh Recipes for Your Holiday Table

Planning your Easter menu? Don't let the side dishes be an afterthought. The right salads and sides can make your holiday meal just as memorable as the main course. We've gathered our best Easter salad recipes and side dishes that work whether you're hosting a formal dinner or a casual brunch.

Browse Easter Salad Recipes

Fresh, seasonal salads that bring spring to your Easter table. Browse our collection of Easter salad recipes featuring crisp greens, colorful vegetables, and light dressings that pair perfectly with traditional holiday meals.

Brows Easter Side Dish Recipes

Looking for the perfect Easter side dishes? Browse our collection of spring vegetables, potato dishes, and crowd-pleasing sides that complement ham, lamb, or any main course. Find make-ahead options and fresh seasonal recipes to round out your holiday menu.

The Best Side Dishes for Easter

Easter meals often feature ham, lamb, or other rich main dishes, which means your sides need to balance the plate. These recipes bring fresh flavors, bright colors, and seasonal ingredients that complement traditional Easter entrees without competing with them.

Most of these can be prepped ahead, which helps when you're juggling multiple dishes on a busy holiday morning.

Spring Easter Salads

Fresh greens, seasonal vegetables, and light dressings that bring spring to the table. These salads work as starters or as part of the main spread.

Vegetable Sides

Roasted asparagus, glazed carrots, spring peas, and other vegetable dishes that look as good as they taste. Perfect alongside ham or lamb.

Potato and Grain Sides

Scalloped potatoes, rice pilaf, and other hearty sides that round out the meal. These are especially popular with kids who might skip the salad.

Make-Ahead Options

Short on oven space or prep time on Easter morning? These dishes can be prepared in advance:

Tips for Easter Side Dish Planning

How many sides do you need? Plan for 3-4 side dishes for a sit-down dinner. If you're doing a buffet-style meal, aim for 5-6 options to give guests variety.

Balance your menu. Include at least one fresh/cold option (like a salad), one hot vegetable, and one starchy side. This gives different textures and temperatures on the plate.

Consider dietary needs. Having at least one vegetarian or vegan option ensures everyone at the table has something substantial to eat, even if they're skipping the meat.

Prep what you can early. Wash and chop vegetables the night before. Make dressings and sauces in advance. Set the table early. The more you do ahead, the less stressful Easter morning will be.

More Easter Recipe Ideas

Looking for the full menu? Check out our Easter main dishes, desserts, and brunch recipes to complete your holiday spread.

Have a favorite Easter side dish we should add to the collection? Share it in the comments.

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