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    40 Best Christmas Dinner Side Dishes

    Published: Dec 10, 2022 · Modified: Dec 21, 2022 by Alison · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    These 40 side dishes are perfect for any Christmas dinner. They’re easy to make, delicious, and will make your dinner party more festive.

    Best Christmas Dinner Side Dishes

    Christmas dinner is a time-honored tradition for many families around the world. The main dish may vary depending on culture and region, but often includes a roast turkey or ham. While the main dish is cooking, it’s time to prepare the side dishes!

    There are endless possibilities when it comes to Christmas dinner side dishes. Some traditional favorites include mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce. But there’s no need to limit yourself to these classics – get creative and try something new!

    Not sure what to make? Here are some of our favorite Christmas dinner side dishes!

    Salads

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    Best Christmas Salad Recipe {Super Easy!}

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    Broccoli Salad Recipe

    Photo Credit: www.salads4lunch.com

    Pomegranate and Apple Green Christmas Salad

    Photo Credit: www.sunglowkitchen.com

    Sweet Potato Beet Salad with Feta (Vegan Option)

    Photo Credit: littlesunnykitchen.com

    Classic 7 Layer Salad

    Photo Credit: fluxingwell.com

    Delicious Berry Mandarin Tossed Salad

    Photo Credit: www.mrsjoneskitchen.com

    Rocket Pomegranate Salad

    Photo Credit: kidtestedrecipes.com

    Kale Crunch Salad Recipe {Vegetarian, Gluten Free}

    Vegetable Side Dishes

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    Keto Creamed Spinach with Boursin

    Photo Credit: www.cupcakesandcutlery.com

    Brown Butter Corn Recipe

    Instant Pot Sweet Glazed Carrots

    These Instant Pot Sweet Glazed Carrots make a delicious side dish with a sweet taste that only requires 5 ingredients to make and done in just 15 minutes!

    Photo Credit: thelazyslowcooker.com

    Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Mushrooms

    Photo Credit: www.eatloveeats.com

    Honey Sriracha Brussels Sprouts

    Photo Credit: freshcoasteats.com

    Green Beans Almondine

    Photo Credit: www.marcellinaincucina.com

    Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Carrots

    Easy Oven Roasted Asparagus

    Get perfectly Roasted Asparagus in the Oven every time with this easy recipe. Crispy and golden on the outside, tender on the inside!

    Starchy Side Dishes

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    Homemade Air Fryer Cheddar Biscuits

    Photo Credit: whereismyspoon.co

    Homemade Yeast Rolls

    Photo Credit: urbanfarmie.com

    Easy Six Ingredient Vegan Dinner Rolls - Urban Farmie

    Photo Credit: cookingorgeous.com

    Pitka (Bulgarian Christmas Bread) Recipe

    Photo Credit: quichemygrits.com

    Ultimate Twice Baked Potatoes

    Photo Credit: www.splashoftaste.com

    So delicious! Air fryer baby potatoes recipe!

    Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

    Photo Credit: strengthandsunshine.com

    Rustic Rosemary Thyme Mashed Potatoes (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Paleo)

    Photo Credit: thehealthfulideas.com

    Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes

    Casseroles

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    Broccoli Rice Casserole

    Photo Credit: chefsavvy.com

    Corn Pudding

    Photo Credit: thefeatherednester.com

    Loaded Hashbrown Potato Casserole

    Photo Credit: cookingorgeous.com

    Baked Cheesy Cauliflower

    Photo Credit: simplyscrumptiouseats.com

    Paula Deen Green Bean Casserole

    Photo Credit: xoxobella.com

    Gouda Cheddar Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin

    Baked Mac and Cheese

    This Baked Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food! Macaroni smothered in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with breadcrumbs for a crowd favorite!

    Photo Credit: littlesunnykitchen.com

    Easy Cheesy Funeral Potatoes

    Photo Credit: gypsyplate.com

    Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel

    Photo Credit: fluxingwell.com

    Best Easy Brown Sugar Sweet Potato Casserole

    Sweet Side Dishes

    Photo Credit: savorthebest.com

    Sweet Potato Crunch Casserole with Pecan Streusel

    Photo Credit: garlicsaltandlime.com

    Fresh Fruit Salad With Whipped Cream (Gluten Free)!

    Grape Salad

    Grape Salad is the perfect side dish to serve at your next get-together. Sweet, creamy and absolutely delicious!

    Photo Credit: www.peelwithzeal.com

    Cranberry Jello Salad- Thanksgiving Recipe- Christmas Recipe

    Photo Credit: xoxobella.com

    Sweet Potatoes with Candied Maple Pecans

    These are just a few ideas to get you started – there are endless possibilities when it comes to Christmas dinner side dishes. So get creative and make something memorable this holiday season!

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