Find the best Christmas side dishes here, from classic comforts to festive favorites for your holiday meal!
With the start of the Christmas season right upon us, all I can think about is food.
Whether it be Christmas dinner ideas, Christmas breakfast ideas, Christmas cookies, Christmas treats, or Christmas side dishes, it’s food 24/7.
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There are so many delicious Christmas recipes to enjoy, so I had to share some of my favorite side dishes with you.
When it comes to Christmas side dishes I think about all of those comforting, flavorful additions that make the meal complete.
Whether it’s classic mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or something with a festive twist, the right side dishes can elevate your holiday feast and leave everyone wanting seconds.
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Here are some of the best Christmas side dishes that are sure to impress!
31 Best Christmas Side Dishes
Sweet Potato Casserole
This classic casserole combines sweet, salty, buttery, and crunchy flavors in every bite.
Creamy, velvety sweet potatoes are topped with candied pecans, creating the ultimate holiday side dish that’s sure to please!
Winter Holiday Salad
This salad is just gorgeous and full of color!
It is packed with baby greens, juicy pear, pomegranate, pistachios, and creamy goat cheese, all drizzled with a sweet and tangy pomegranate vinaigrette.
Such a great way to add a beautiful vegetable for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or even a simple weeknight dinner!
Sourdough Dinner Rolls with Rosemary
These Sourdough Dinner Rolls with Rosemary are a perfect addition to a Christmas dinner.
This particular recipe makes these dinner rolls incredibly soft and they have a pull-apart texture that’s hard to resist!
Bonus – you can easily make them ahead of time, so they’re ready to bake when needed!
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Smoked Gouda and Rosemary
We love scalloped potatoes in our house so when I saw these I knew I had to share them.
You can bet I’ll be trying these this Christmas!
This is a savory dish that is loaded with sweet potato, smoked gouda, asiago cheese, and fresh rosemary… yum!
Duchess Potatoes
You can never go wrong with potatoes as a good Christmas side dish!
These dutchess potatoes are presented so beautifully and a great make-ahead side for the holidays.
Air Fryer Beets
I am a big fan of beets.
Not only for their flavor but I just love their color!
These air fryer beets are tender, perfectly roasted, and super versatile!
Cranberry Salad
Craving a sweet Christmas side dish?
This creamy Cranberry Salad is made with fruit and marshmallows and tossed with whipped cream.
Takes less than 30 minutes and is a wonderful sweet side dish that the whole family will enjoy!
Butternut Squash Feta Salad
Add this delicious and healthy butternut squash feta salad to go along with your Christmas dinner spread!
It’s another simple and easy make-ahead recipe for the holidays.
Mushroom Risotto
If you like mushrooms you’re bound to love this Mushroom Risotto!
It’s creamy, flavorful, and the perfect addition to your holiday dinner.
Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes
Who doesn’t love cheese and potatoes?
These Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes are a great side dish for Christmas!
A crowd favorite, that’s for sure,
Ciabatta Garlic Bread
I wish I could smell this bread because the picture alone has me drooling and wanting to make it right away,
It has the perfect blend of a crunchy crust and a soft, tender interior, all enhanced by the irresistible flavor of garlic butter.
Gouda Cheddar Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes au Gratin
Doesn’t this dish look incredible?
Gouda, cheddar, and parmesan scalloped potatoes made from scratch make the ultimate comfort food and Christmas side dish.
The combination of smoked Gouda, white cheddar, and parmesan creates a rich and flavorful potatoes au gratin.
Brussel Sprouts Gratin
Another type of gratin, yum!
This Brussels Sprouts Gratin transforms simple veggies into a delicious, mouthwatering dish.
It’s a low-carb side that pairs great with other Christmas side dishes to present the ultimate holiday dinner spread!
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese Recipe
My youngest loves mac and cheese so this recipe is one I have to save for later!
It’s creamy, flavorful, and easy to make because it goes right into the instant pot.
Green Beans Almondine
I can’t forget the ultimate side dish, green beans almondine!
It’s an easy vegetable side that has tons of flavor with the garlic, shallots, lemon zest, and almonds.
Delicious and ready to go in less than 15 minutes.
Gluten-Free Bacon-Wrapped Stuffing Balls
These gluten-free bacon-wrapped stuffing balls are great for a Christmas dinner!
The recipe is packed with sausage meat, walnuts, and dried apricots, which offers a fabulous sweet and savory mix of flavors.
Make a lot because they tend to go quick!
Stuffed Mini Pumpkins
I am kind of obsessed with the presentation of this recipe.
Make them as a Christmas side dish or a Thanksgiving side dish as they are so versatile!
Arugula Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash
We all love a good full hearty salad to go with our Christmas spread!
This one is a beautiful vibrant salad that is full of nutrients and packed with tons of flavor.
Instant Pot Rutabaga Mash
Replace your standard mashed potatoes with this Rutabaga Mash!
It’s a delicious side dish that has tons of flavor and looks super pretty on the dinner table.
Cranberry Sourdough Stuffing/Dressing
Can’t forget stuffing to go with your Christmas dinner spread!
This Sourdough Stuffing recipe includes cranberries, apples, and fresh herbs.
Yum!
Boursin Mashed Potatoes
Another potato recipe?
You bet!
This one has Boursin cheese and Greek yogurt to create a deliciously creamy flavor.
Air Fryer Parmesan Potatoes
Crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside, these air fryer parmesan potatoes are the perfect side dish for Christmas.
Just look at how good they are.
Asparagus Puff Pastry Bundles
These asparagus puff pastry bundles are so pretty to look at and so delicious to eat.
This is great for a Christmas brunch or Christmas side dish.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Carrots
These are super tender and caramelized vegetables that are roasted to perfection.
Just another addition to one of the 31 best Christmas side dish recipes!
Chicken Cobb “Christmas Tree” Holiday Salad
I am loving this cute idea!
Such a fun way to add a little green into your Christmas spread.
Green lettuce as the tree, red and yellow tomatoes as ornaments, a yellow pepper star and the cutest packages under the tree!
Pumpkin Risotto Recipe with Crispy Sage
I would literally eat this as a meal.
It has pumpkin puree, butter, half and half, and Parmesan to make it super creamy and tasty.
The Easiest Roasted Potatoes and Carrots Recipe
This one-pan roasted potatoes and carrots recipe makes the perfect Christmas side dish.
Containing a few simple ingredients, its quick, easy, and super flavorful!
Christmas Caprese Salad
I’ve always loved this recipe!
It’s a great dish to bring to a Christmas party and is the perfect festive appetizer.
Fennel and Orange Salad
With only six ingredients, this sweet and spicy salad is a simple yet delicious recipe you have to try!
Best Christmas Wreath Salad with Pomegranate and Pear
This beautiful, light, and delicious Christmas Wreath Salad is a great Christmas side dish!
It’s elegant, quick, and easy to prepare.
Rosemary Mashed Potatoes
These mashed potatoes are the perfect side for winter and the holidays!
They have sauteed onion and rosemary, which makes them deliciously aromatic, creamy and so easy to make!
Best Christmas Side Dishes for You To Try
These Christmas side dishes are sure to elevate your holiday feast and impress your guests.
Whether you’re looking for classic comfort foods or creative new recipes, there’s something here for everyone.
Make your holiday table unforgettable with these delicious sides and let me know which one you go to first!
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